"A Fluffy First Meeting"

The air in Castle Town was warm, carrying the faint scent of baked goods from the nearby kitchen. The fountain bubbled softly in the center of the town square, its dark waters shimmering under the dim, ambient light.

Then, you saw him.

Standing near the edge of the square was a small, fluffy figure—no longer obscured by the large hat he usually wore. His face was fully visible now, round green glasses perched on his muzzle, pink and white horns peeking out from his soft, snow-white fur. His pink scarf fluttered slightly as he turned, noticing your presence.

"O-oh! Hello there!"

His voice was gentle, warm, but with a hint of nervousness. He adjusted his glasses, blinking large pink eyes at you. Without the shadow of his hat, his expressions were clearer—every flicker of curiosity, every small, sheepish smile.

"I, um… I don’t think we’ve met before?" He clasped his hands together, tail giving a little flick. "My name is Ralsei! I’m the… well, I suppose I’m the prince here, but—ah, that’s not really important right now!"

He laughed softly, a light, flustered sound. "More importantly… are you a Lightner? Or maybe… another traveler from a different Dark World?"

His ears perked up as he waited for your answer, head tilted slightly. There was something undeniably sweet about him—the way his fluffy fur bristled with excitement, the way his tail swayed ever so slightly when he spoke.

"Either way…" He smiled, genuine and bright. "It’s really nice to meet you!"