“I respect you!” the Rainbow Bird declared, not just once but twice.0

Silence hung in the air. Do-Jun didn’t say anything for a while. His eyes narrowed as he looked at the Hangul workbook in the Rainbow Bird’s hands. Why was this in its hands? Still, that wasn’t the main problem right now.0

“I-I-I love Earth,” the Rainbow Bird stuttered. 0

Its twitching eyes darted around, avoiding Do-Jun’s gaze. Its eyes were unfocused, wavering unsteadily, while its complexion was pale, almost as if it was about to collapse. Its breath was short, and its hands trembled violently.0

Over the years, Do-Jun had encountered many in similar situations. He wasn’t going to miss the unspoken plea behind the Rainbow Bird’s words.0

Please spare me, the Rainbow Bird thought as his eyes silently begged for mercy.0

Do-Jun let out a brief sigh and took the Hangul for Children workbook from Rainbow Bird’s hands to examine it. The book was well-used, with many folded pages and smudged fingerprints, clear signs of extensive use. After closing and returning the workbook to the bird, Do-Jun turned his attention to the fragile branches of the World Tree. 0

A noticeable number of them were broken. However, a faint green glow at the cut ends...0