Arkain smiles.  "No problem." His smiles changes as he gives the fox a sly grin while he looks down at him. "Yes, I can see that's what you have but that's not what I am looking for." He looks you over as if sizing you up. "You see. Since this is the only water for many miles, many have come here for water and refuge from the heat. Many are prey along with predators. I came up with a way that they all can live together and survive. I have magical powers. I have used my reformation magic to protect all that live here. Basically if someone is eaten, they will be reformed. No one dies but the catch... They have to be eaten and reformed by me first for the magic to work. That's the catch. Anyone who wants stays here has to be reformed. No exceptions." he moves closer to the fox. "But you... things are different for you. You have used my services. My magic. My services are not free. Payment must be rendered." He steps even closer to the fox bending down looking him right in the eyes. "And you, my friend,  are the payment." He chuckles darkly.