"So, you're a wizard.  I never thought something like magic was real.  I'm really sorry about what happened to you, and hope you can get back to normal somehow, David." Nibita replied, placing his finger on David's head.<br/><br/>The fox's eyes opened wide with fear again at the mention of the evil presence.  "Don't worry, whatever it is, I'll protect all of you from it.  There's no way I'd let anything hurt-" he was interrupted by a shrill whistle.  "Oh, that's right!  I was making tea before you guys came in." Nibita said, taking the kettle off the burner.  "You three could use some, too."