[IO!-IJAIRC!] The Phoenix, the Fox, and the Finneas

[Demetri Malius]

Finneas couldn't help but give a sigh as he watched the wild fox-girl from the forest struggle with the vest he had given her. Granted, there were more appropriate and easier articles of clothing to give to her, but it would do for now. For a moment, Finneas was worried that his vest would not cover her bosom and blushed slightly at the thought before giving sighing in relief at her decision to put it on backwards. It helped him feel more comfortable and calm as she attempted to put it on, taking a deep breath before speaking up.

"Again, I apologize for my reaction, I was just caught off guard by the sudden appearance of you, a young nude woman, seeming to just transform from a fox and I just didn't know how to react." 

He could see that look of indignation and resignment as she motioned towards the vest and requested his assistance in buttoning the vest, almost scoffing at his excuse. He hesitated for a moment before walking over to her and cautiously buttoning up the vest, taking a moment to analyze her reaction to having to be clothed. She seemed to be rather unhappy and displeased over the fact. After finishing the last button, he spoke up again, trying to reason with her.

"I can guess that you have taken a dislike to wearing clothes but... societal norms have proclaimed those who don't as, well, indecent, and I am inclined to agree. Those parts of you should only be seen by those you love, and I would hardly consider myself on that level with you."

She gave him a glance before scouring the room with her eyes, looking in wonder at all the different experiments and bookshelves that were scattered about.  She seemed mystified, full of curiosity about it all, and it made the alchemist smile softly. HE was glad someone else had some interest in his findings. As he noticed the goosebumps on her shoulders, his lips parted to speak but instead he gave a startled gasp as the foxgirl clung to him and hugged him for what appeared to be warmth. HE froze up for a few seconds, unsure of what to do, his body tensing from the contact until he gave a deep breath to relax.

"Another reason for clothing, warmth. If you wish we can visit the nearby shops and search for some clothing for you to wear that will make you warmer and much more comfortable, perhaps more lightweight than mine, so that you can be more pleased. They have garments for amost any creature or species, so I am sure you can find something to wear."

She seemed to give a slight nod, but was distracted by her surroundings. She inquired if he would let her poke around or show her some of his findings, but then interjected with thoughts of the Phoenix. The little bird's name? He had honestly not come up with one, partially because he was too busy trying to find out how to feed it, the rest  of the reason being that most of the time he was calling it names for all the trouble it caused. 

"I haven't actually named her yet, since she was hatched not but a day or two ago, recovered her egg with a friend of mine. If you wish you can name her, but how about we go to find you some warm clothing first hmm? Try to... try to wrap your tail around yourself a bit better, though," he mentioned as he noticed her bare bottom. "Your um... rear is showing a bit." He pointed out with motion towards her exposed butt.

She gave a roll of her eyes and wrapped herself with her tail, causing Finn to smile softly.

"YOu can think of a name while we walk and shop."

The fox nodded as she stood up with him, not letting go as they shuffled over to the door. Finneas's cheeks were a dull red, as he was a bit nervous about this sudden change in his routine, or what could be considered a routine. They almost seemed like a couple as they walked, and he received a few comments from locals who knew him, all to which he shushed and motioned away with a pink face, trying to maintain his composure as the foxgirl kept beside him.

"So um..,. I realize you never mentioned your name... may I... you know.. ask what it is?" The alchemist asked meekly. "After all, I can assume I will be sheltering you for a while. ALso, how long have you been in the omniverse, were you recently summoned?"

He listened to her answer as they walked into the shop, the cashier welcoming them while he led her to the female section of clothing. Being a bit warmer inside, they pulled away from each other, but still led her by the hand. They finally arrived at the area he thought best suited to her, many of the garments adapted for a tail and ears. 

"Have a look and see what you like, I am sure I will have enough to cover for it. Be Sure to pick up enough for more than one outfit, you cant be wearing the same thing all the time..." he then remembered that his wardrobe was pretty consistent and rubbed the back of his head. "Unless you want to, get a few of the same one..."