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The male lead was known for his flirtatious nature, reveling in the playful rivalry with the female lead.

Lucas flashed a charming smile at Athanasia, who responded with a smile of her own, albeit one that bore a tick mark on her forehead, hinting at her underlying irritation.

Lucas, upon delving into Athanasia's memories, discerned an anomaly surrounding Ashaya's existence, igniting a profound curiosity within him. Now that he had beheld her in person, his intrigue deepened.

He observed every facet of her being; although she was unlike ordinary children, she did not posses any the memories of her past life as Athanasia did.

Yet, there was an inexplicable barrier preventing him from accessing any hidden truths.

Unsuccessful in his attempt to read Ashaya's mind, he left irritated.

Ashaya who had been staring at the boys retreating figure directed her gaze toward the diminutive creature in her sister's arm.

"Although I despise that thing I'll be needing it for a moment. I swear I won't harm it...as long as it doesn't launch itself on my cake the next time, that is......"
Ashaya declared her eyes cold with distain towards the creature.

'You never forget anything, do you?'
Athanasia inwardly sighed

She hesitated before reluctantly entrusting the raven, her divine beast, to her sister, who clearly did not like it.

Raven struggled against Ashaya's grip, yet found itself unable to escape.

With a keen eye, Ashaya scrutinized the creature, and soon thereafter, a satisfied smile graced her lips.

As Ashaya concentrated her energy, a luminous sphere of mana began to coalesce, gradually assuming a delicate form

From this ethereal orb emerged a stunningly graceful bird, the creature was adorned with resplendent white plumage that glimmered like freshly fallen snow under the sun's warm embrace.

It resembled a magnificent white Phoenix, exuding an aura of elegance and beauty.

"What is that?!"
Athanasia exclaimed, her curiosity piqued.

"It's my divine beast. Luna."
Ashaya declared, gently returning Raven.

The delicate bird landed in Ashaya's shoulder it nestled against Ashaya, its feathers brushing softly against Ashaya's skin.

Athanasia, unable to contain her excitement, leapt from her seat and approached eagerly.

"Woaaa, where did you find it?"
she inquired, extending her hand to stroke the bird.

"In the garden"
Ashaya replied, a hint of mischief in her voice.

In truth,

She was trying to create a divine beast for a few days and she successfully did it.

She wanted to know if it really was a divine beast or something else so she checked raven's mana flow and it turned out she was successful in her attempt.

The bird observed Athanasia for a few seconds before letting her touch it.

"Oh."
Athanasia's  fingers gliding over the bird's silky plumage.

"She's so soft!!"
She exclaimed, her eyes sparkling with delight.

***

[The emperor's study]

Claude was immersed in paperwork.

A small knock was heard from the outside.

"Identify yourself."
He commanded.

"It’s me, Daddy."
A small but firm voice responded, from outside the wooden door.

Claude instantly recognised the owner of the voice, it was Ashaya.

"Come in."
His voice softened, inviting her in.