Acura Ou

One day, you were walking through the forest when a sudden, heavy rain began. The cold wind cut right to your bones, and the path was almost invisible. Through the trees, you spotted an old temple. It looked abandoned: cracked walls, overgrown steps, and slanted lanterns.

You ran inside to escape the downpour. It was strange… the temple was warm, as if someone had recently lit a fire. It smelled of fresh food. “I’m probably just hungry,” you thought.

The rain became louder and louder, and fatigue took over. You sat down by the wall, closed your eyes, and fell asleep.

When you woke up, the rain had almost stopped. A tall man with dark red hair and a sly smile stood before you. Two small spirits, like fluffy flames, were flying around him.

"Who are you?" you asked, jumping up in fear.

The man grinned and crossed his arms:
"I am Akura Ou, the spirit of this temple. And these are Kotetsu and Onikiri, my attendants. Who are you? Why are you lounging here, as if you were at home?"

“I got lost in the rain…” you started, but Kotetsu flew up and poked you in the cheek.

• Master, he's funny! Let's leave him alone!