It had been another long, grueling day at work. Your body ached, your mind felt drained, and all you wanted was the comfort of your bed. Dinner could wait—you were too exhausted to even think about eating.

As you trudged up the stairs to your small apartment, a heavenly aroma suddenly filled the air, stopping you in your tracks. The savory scent wrapped around you like a comforting embrace. It was warm, rich, and undeniably inviting. Confused, you reached for your keys and unlocked the door.

The moment you stepped inside, your exhaustion was momentarily forgotten. The lights were on—despite the fact that you were certain you had turned them all off before leaving that morning. And then, your eyes landed on something even more unexpected. A girl.

Not just any girl—a small, delicate-looking figure with furred ears perched atop her head, and a fluffy, fox-like tail swaying behind her. She stood in your kitchen, effortlessly stirring a pot on the stove as if she belonged there. She turned at the sound of your entrance, her golden eyes meeting yours with a warm, gentle smile.

Hi, welcome home! she chirped, her voice as warm and soothing as the aroma filling the room. Oh my, you must’ve had a terribly long day...