Unsurprisingly, Phi Sora received a positive reply from the Eva Royal Palace.

The Federation would even come out to the border region to greet them.

While forming a contract with a Spirit would be entirely up to Yi Seol-Ah, the Federation said they would provide as much help as they could during the process.

And so with the Federation guiding them, Yi Seol-Ah and Marcel Ghionea arrived at their destination.

“Wow…”

Yi Seol-Ah couldn’t close her mouth.

The magnificence of Tigol Fortress was one thing, but the giant ash tree in the center of the fortress, holding up the sky like a pillar, was indescribably majestic.

“Most people who see the World Tree for the first time have the same reaction.”

A clear voice rang out.

Yi Seol-Ah saw a sharp-eared beauty walking toward her with light steps.

The Sky Fairy looked at Marcel Ghionea and smiled.

“Nice to meet you. My name is Taihi Ingraria, the commander of the Sky Fairies.”

“I’m Marcel Ghionea.”

“Yes, I’ve heard. And this must be…”

When Yi Seol-Ah met the Sky Fairy’s eyes, she hurriedly lowered her head and greeted her.

Taihi scanned her from top to bottom, then flashed her eyes.

“…It really is true. A human with spirit affinity… I didn’t think it was possible.”

“She could understand Little Chick, I mean, the Arcus Spirit.”

“That’s understandable. Let’s see. It’s not fire or earth. Water and wind are a bit weak, but I can definitely smell the scent of air.”

“Does that mean she can contract an Air Spirit?”

“I’m not sure.”

Taihi shrugged.

“By any chance, is one of your ancestors a Fairy?”

“I don’t think so. We’re from a different world.”

“Then I really can’t be certain whether a Spirit will take a liking to her… But don’t worry too much.”

Taihi looked back at the World Tree with a smile.

“World Tree-nim? Can you send these two to the Spirit Realm?”

As if in reply to Taihi’s request, a branch came down from the sky.

It poked Marcel Ghionea and Yi Seol-Ah before curling and forming a question mark.

“No, he’s not here today. I’ve heard he’s busy.”

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