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Watch My Phoenix Betrayed Me for a Stronger Man on Dailymotion (2026).
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00:30My communication crystal lit up
00:31Vivian rarely sent this many messages
00:33Her impatient voice came through
00:35It's just a small burn
00:37Did you really need to go to the healing wing?
00:40I'm hungry
00:41Come back and make dinner
00:43Ever since I ended up with you, I never get anything good
00:46You're terrible at taking care of a phoenix
00:47So that's what she thought
00:49Later, I went to the magical pet registry
00:51I'd like to change my magical pet
00:53The staff member looked at my records
00:55Mr. Elias Vale
00:56You and Vivian Aririan have completed one year trial bond
00:59You'll soon be eligible to apply for a soulbond rite
01:02Why do you want to change magical pets now?
01:04One year already
01:05I used to look forward to the soulbond rite more than anything
01:08I'd even excitedly discussed ceremony rings with Vivian
01:11You think you're worthy of me?
01:12All you do is cry, you're pathetic
01:14You're not even a real man
01:16I'll never complete a soulbond rite with you low-level mages
01:20You're ugly even when you're crying
01:21I really was one of the most ordinary students in the academy
01:25My magic was weak
01:26No matter how hard I tried
01:27I could never meet Vivian's standards
01:28At the thought, my eyes started to redden
01:31She doesn't like me
01:32Maybe she even hated me
01:33Trained magical pets are loyal to their masters
01:36This shouldn't happen under normal circumstances
01:39Something that shouldn't happen, yet somehow it happened to me
01:42Maybe I'm just unlucky
01:44Please don't blame yourself
01:45Maybe there was a problem with our training
01:47Come with me
01:50Back then, I spent every credit and every scholarship I had to qualify for Vivian
01:54According to academy rules, I had the right to choose another magical pet of the same rank
01:58All of them were attractive
02:00Not quite as stunning as Vivian, but still impressive
02:04Do you have anything else?
02:05I wanted a serpent magical pet
02:07I'd heard they were loyal and patient
02:08Even if I was a low-level mage, maybe they would like me
02:11Not at the moment
02:12But a new training batch will open in two months
02:14You'll have priority selection
02:16As she spoke, a magical pet profile sheet slipped from her hand and fell to the floor
02:20Then I saw her
02:20She was beautiful
02:22Dangerously beautiful
02:23A dragonkin magical pet
02:24Actually, she's one of the most obedient magical pets here
02:27The academy once had high hopes for her
02:29But her dragon blood never awakened
02:31If no one applies for her today
02:33She'll be sent to Blackmoor Trial Grounds
02:35She was raised by the academy
02:36She's incredibly gentle
02:38But no one wants her
02:39No one wanted her
02:41Neither did anyone want me
02:42Once they're sent to Blackmoor Trial Grounds
02:44They get torn apart piece by piece
02:45There's barely anything left
02:47That must hurt
02:48A dragon
02:48She could probably count as a snake
02:50Is she really obedient?
02:51She is
02:53Then I'll take her
02:54The staff member said the black dragon would arrive in three days
02:58I carefully put the magical pet transfer petition into my bag
03:01From a distance, I saw Vivienne and Sebastian
03:04Sebastian Voss was one of the most famous noble students in Moonveld House
03:07He came from a pure-blood mage family
03:09Smart, elegant, nothing like me
03:11Ever since he met Vivienne, he had been bringing her expensive phoenix elixirs
03:15The two of them had grown closer and closer
03:17Sebastian glanced at my worn clothes
03:19A faint, amusing smile on his lips
03:22Elias
03:23Earning credits again?
03:24Honestly, you and Vivienne are almost ready for a soulbind rite
03:27You should at least put some effort in your appearance
03:30His eyes swept over me from head to toe
03:32Look at yourself
03:33Who would believe your future mates when they see you together?
03:35I looked down at my clothes and clenched my fists
03:38Then lifted my head
03:40I think I look fine
03:42Vivienne snuffed
03:42He wouldn't look good even if he dressed up
03:44Better to pretend he doesn't care
03:46At least people won't realize he's actually ugly
03:48Sebastian gave her a faint, indulgent smile
03:51Vivienne, that's a little harsh
03:54Vivienne wasn't always like this
03:56Even when I couldn't afford expensive phoenix elixirs
03:58Even when the academy uniforms I bought rubbed her delicate skin raw
04:01Vivienne used to tell me firmly that
04:03Meeting you was the best thing that had ever happened to me
04:05Everything changed after we ran into another phoenix
04:07She had been in the same training program as Vivienne
04:10One of her former classmates
04:11She stopped in front of us
04:13And looked me up and down with open contempt
04:15Then she gave a mocking laugh
04:17Well, if it isn't the famous Vivienne
04:19How did you end up with such an ugly low-level magick?
04:22She knocked Vivienne to the ground
04:23Then stepped on her and looked down at her with contempt
04:25Vivienne!
04:27You're a useless bitch
04:28And you still call yourself a phoenix?
04:31But I guess it makes sense
04:32A defected phoenix and a low-level magick?
04:34Perfect match
04:35As soon as we got home
04:36Vivienne stormed into her room
04:38And slammed the door behind her
04:40Defective is just a word
04:41We have each other
04:42That is enough
04:43The door suddenly flew open
04:45You've never been in the sky
04:46Of course you think trash
04:48Living as trash isn't so bad
04:50Later, Vivienne met Sebastian
04:52He had resources and status I could never compete with
04:54They became closer and closer
04:56Sebastian would naturally lean against her
04:58You are my magical pet
04:59Could you keep a little distance from Sebastian?
05:01Vivienne's expression instantly turned cold
05:03Elias, if I hadn't been defective back then
05:07Do you think you would have qualified to apply for me?
05:09She looked at me with open contempt
05:11You just took advantage of me
05:12So why do you always act like my master?
05:15I lowered my eyes and looked away
05:16Trying to hide how much her words hurt
05:18But back then
05:19She was the one holding onto my sleeve
05:21Begging me to take her away
05:23Under the academy system
05:25Magical pets were more than companions
05:26They enhanced a mage's power during combat classes
05:29And once both sides reached adulthood
05:32They could complete a soulbind rite
05:33Vivienne was once the academy's star
05:35Expected to make any bonded mage powerful
05:38Niffleaflame made her an incomplete phoenix
05:40No one wanted her
05:41In the end
05:42The academy decided to send her to the Blackmoor trial grounds
05:45That day, I had only gone to the registry
05:47To collect a basic assignment
05:48Please save me, I'll be good to you
05:50I'll be your family
05:51I don't want to be sent there
05:52I never had a family
05:53I survived on academy aid
05:54And one low-paid assignment after another
05:56Family
05:57That word felt unfamiliar and precious
05:59Vivienne's words moved me
06:00I spent all my credits
06:01Only then was I able to apply for Vivienne
06:03I knew she was ashamed of that day
06:05So I never mentioned it again
06:06But in her heart
06:07I was the one who used her
06:08If you hadn't kept touching me
06:09You wouldn't have gotten hurt
06:10You brought this on yourself
06:12Vivienne
06:12Can you come to the healing wing with me?
06:14I promised Sebastian I'd go shopping with him today
06:17And even if I went
06:18I couldn't make it hurt less
06:20Stop acting like everything is my fault
06:22That burn is deep
06:23It'll leave a scar
06:24It'll ache every time it rains
06:26You and your magical pet
06:28Clearly aren't right for each other
06:30Maybe it's time to let go
06:31That was when I finally understood
06:32Things didn't have to stay this way
06:34Vivienne
06:35Do you really think being with me is miserable?
06:37Of course
06:38A low-level mage like you finally got me
06:41How could you ever let go?
06:42You'll cling to me until I die
06:44Looks like I made the right decision
06:45I prepared a gift for you
06:47You'll see it in a few days
06:48Don't say it's another cheap phoenix elixir
06:50Even firecrows won't drink that stuff
06:52I always have to waste time throwing it away
06:54No
06:55It's what you've always wanted most
06:57It better be
07:00Just then, Sebastian walked in
07:02Looking perfectly at home
07:03Vivienne and I made plans to go shopping today
07:05We have similar taste
07:07We always have something to talk about
07:08Elias
07:09You're not going to be upset, right?
07:10I would have been upset before
07:11I would have told Vivienne not to go
07:13If she never wanted to go out with me
07:15Why was she always happy to go with someone else?
07:17But today, I don't mind
07:18Vivienne glared at me
07:20You're not angry?
07:21No
07:21You can go wherever you want
07:22I turned away without another glance
07:24Vivienne's face darkened
07:25She moved toward me
07:26But Sebastian caught her arm and held her back
07:28The Academy Market was having its end-of-season sale today
07:30I needed to buy supplies for the Dragonkin Magical Pet arriving in three days
07:33Sebastian smiled at Vivienne reassuringly
07:35Isn't this better?
07:36Come on, let's go
07:37For the first time, there was no bitterness in my chest
07:40I simply put on my shoes and left
07:42The Academy Market was crowded all year round
07:44Most visitors were ordinary students and their magical pets
07:47Without realizing it, I found myself smiling too
07:51If Vivienne hadn't begged me to save her back then
07:53I would have been living that life already
07:55By the time I got home, the sky was already dark
07:58To my surprise, Vivienne was home
08:00Normally, she wouldn't return until late at night
08:02The moment I walked in, Vivienne shot to her feet
08:05She had clearly been waiting for me
08:07Her face dark with irritation
08:08Where did you go?
08:09You didn't even make dinner
08:10Living a hard life with you is one thing
08:12But I can't even fill my stomach
08:13You're terrible at taking care of me
08:15I thought you'd eat with Sebastian
08:16Besides, I didn't think you liked my cooking
08:18On your last birthday, I spent an entire afternoon making Phoenix Flame Pudding
08:22You threw all of it in the trash
08:23Vivienne walked over and looked down at the things I'd bought with obvious disdain
08:26What are these for?
08:28Cheap stuff
08:29You seriously think this cheap stuff should touch my feathers?
08:31Then she lifted her chin, looking almost smug
08:33Since you already bought them, I guess I'll use them
08:35They aren't for you
08:37Vivienne froze
08:38What?
08:39I can't give a pureblood phoenix like you the life you deserve
08:41So I've already submitted the transfer petition
08:44In three days, you won't have to see me anymore
08:49After a long moment
08:50Sebastian was right
08:51What?
08:51She folded her arms as if she had finally figured me out
08:54You saw me getting close to him, so now you are pretending to let me go
08:56This magical pet transfer thing
08:58Looks like he was right
08:59Do you really think a few threats will make me crawl to you like those cheap magical pets and start
09:03pleasing you?
09:04If that's what you want to believe
09:05My calmness only seemed to make her angrier
09:07You just want to soulbind right with me, don't you?
09:09You started asking me about ceremony rings and pushed me to live with you
09:12If you want me that badly, just say it
09:14Don't play these dirty little games
09:16Magical pets were expected to accompany their masters
09:18But Vivienne and I had never truly been close
09:20She kept me at a distance, yet she was so close with Sebastian
09:23I asked about it once
09:24Vivienne had only looked at me with contempt
09:26Sebastian almost fell, so I helped him
09:28Not everything is as dirty as low-level mages imagine
09:31Right in front of me, she tore the calendar page into pieces
09:34Paper scattered across the floor
09:36I reached out to stop her, but she brushed my hand away
09:38She lifted her chin
09:39Even if I did complete a soulbind right with you, I'd still spend time with Sebastian
09:43When we're out in public, people can't know we're connected
09:46I fought back tears, glaring at her in anger
09:49Vivienne, no wonder they labelled you a defective phoenix
09:51Applying for you was the biggest mistake of my life
09:54Vivienne's face twisted with rage
09:55Flames flared around her body as she stepped toward me
09:58Just as she was about to explode
10:01A knock at the door cut through the room
10:02I quickly wiped away my tears and went to open it
10:05The moment the door opened, I froze
10:08It was my first time meeting a dragon in magical pet up close
10:11Would she really be obedient?
10:12Before I could react, she dropped to one knee
10:14Gently took my hand and kissed the back of it
10:17My dear master, my name is Kaya
10:19From today on, I belong to you
10:22Master?
10:23I repeated in disbelief
10:25The staff member smiled patiently and explained
10:27Don't be scared, she's really gentle
10:28Kaya is dragon kin, but she has never hurt anyone
10:31She follows commands very well
10:32Especially from the person she accepts
10:34Vivienne Troces may be delayed
10:35But the Academy Magical Pet Housing District is rebuilding now
10:38Would it be possible for her to stay here temporarily during that time?
10:41The Academy will cover all the costs
10:42Kaya's finger slowly curled around mine
10:44While her tail brushed lightly against my leg
10:46Vivian's face darkened as she glared at Kaya
10:48Filthy snake
10:49Kaya's eyes immediately turned watery
10:51She threw herself into my arms, looking frightened and wronged
10:53Master, she's staring at me, I'm scared
10:55The last bit of worry in my heart disappeared
10:57Who said dragon in were difficult?
10:59Wasn't she wonderful?
11:00Gentle, obedient
11:01Exactly the kind of magical pet I had always wanted
11:05Mira's smile vanished
11:06She pulled out her Academy Identification Badge
11:08And a crystal seal
11:09An A, Identification Number F19
11:11Pure Blood Phoenix Magical Pet Vivian Aurelian, correct?
11:13The color slowly drained from Vivian's face
11:15Yes
11:16Mira's home became completely official
11:17On behalf of the Academy Equal Pet Registrary
11:19I am here to formally notify you
11:21Your master, Mr. Elias Vale
11:22Has submitted a magical pet transfer petition
11:25The Academy is deeply disappointed by her repeated failures during the trial bond period
11:28In 14 days, you will undergo an official reassignment evaluation
11:33After Mira left, Vivian immediately stood up
11:36She grabbed Kaya and yanked her away from my side
11:40Filthy snake
11:41I rushed forward to stop her
11:42What are you doing?
11:43You think your little act is convincing?
11:45Kaya didn't fight back
11:46Her wrists slammed against the wooden cabinet
12:17Even so, she only slowly pushed herself up from the floor
12:18I don't want you anymore
12:27I don't want you anymore
13:17I don't look very dignified when I come home
13:47Then she started crying
13:48Over time she became timid
13:49Yet now, she had said more in a single minute than anyone expected
13:54Maybe she had been holding it in for too long
13:56Something soft brushed against my heart
13:58Was there really someone who felt lucky just because they had me?
14:01Don't call me master anymore
14:03Her palm was damp with nervous sweat
14:05Just call me Elias
14:09Vivian came back that evening
14:11And Sebastian came with her
14:12The moment he stepped inside
14:14His eyes swept across the dorm with open disgust
14:17Elias, you've been at the Academy for years
14:19And this is all you have?
14:21Vivian said you want to replace her
14:22You don't know how lucky you are
14:24If she were mine
14:25I'd give that rare phoenix the best of everything
14:28What would a low-tier magent know?
14:30From inside the room, Vivian answered coldly
14:32He picked some defective dragon that looks more like a snake
14:35The whole place smells like a cold-blooded creature
14:38There were only 14 days left
14:40I didn't feel like arguing anymore
14:41I lowered my head and continued brushing the small scales along Kyla's tail
14:45No one had ever wanted her before
14:46The registry only gave her the most basic care
14:48If I didn't brush the scales loose slowly, they would bother her
14:51Vivian and Sebastian kept taking turns mocking me
14:53Then Kaia suddenly spoke
14:56Phoenix's smell worse
14:58Vivian froze
15:00What did you say?
15:02What did you say?
15:04Kyla stepped in front of me and blocked Vivian's view
15:07I said you stink
15:08And you are always glued to other mages
15:11Disloyal
15:13Disloyal
15:14Fickle
15:16If you didn't hear me the first time
15:18I can say it ten more times
15:21I stared at Kyla in surprise
15:23She looked shy
15:24But her words were sharp
15:26Was she defending me?
15:27A small warmth spread through my chest
15:28I looked at her
15:29Kyla instantly dropped the cold expression
15:31She binked innocently
15:33Elias
15:34If you dislike Vivian that much
15:36Then you won't mind letting her stay with me for a while, right?
15:39I nodded
15:40I don't mind
16:10Vivian threw the clothes in her hands onto the bed
16:11I'll give you the very best
16:12But Vivian didn't answer
16:14The only sound left in the room was her tail striking the floor in irritation
16:17She took two steps forward
16:19Then looked back at me
16:20I lowered my head
16:21And pretended not to notice
16:22The smile on Sebastian's face stiffened
16:25Vivian
16:25Vivian
16:26Vivian moved again
16:28But instead of following him
16:30She pushed him outside
16:32I don't want to stay here
16:33But the registry told me to remain with Elias temporarily
16:36I'd rather not break academy rules
16:38Sebastian
16:39Once I am placed back on the application list
16:41You can come find me
16:43The door shut
16:44Cutting off Sebastian's unwilling opposals
16:47Elias
16:48Let's go to your room
16:49Kaya glanced at Vivian's stiff back
16:51Then leaned close to my ear
16:52It is late
16:53We should sleep
16:54Her breath brushed my ear
16:56My skin immediately felt warm
16:57It was a completely normal sentence
16:59Yet somehow it sounded strange
17:00Vivian spun around
17:01You two are sleeping together?
17:03Kaya rested one hand lightly on my shoulder
17:05Almost like she was pulling me into her arms
17:07Her expression remained innocent
17:08Of course
17:09Isn't that normal?
17:11Right
17:12Ex-Mrs. Phoenix
17:15I fluffed up the new bedding
17:17Sorry
17:18Once Vivian leaves
17:19I'll clean out the other room for you
17:21At least the weather is warm
17:22You won't get cold sleeping on the floor
17:24I paused
17:25Then looked at the dragon tail behind her
17:27Although you are a dragon
17:28I guess you don't get cold easily anyway
17:30I turned around
17:31Kaya was standing by the door
17:32The small horns on her head
17:33Looked strangely pitiful beneath the light
17:35I slowed my movements
17:36What is wrong?
17:37You don't want to sleep on the floor?
17:39Kaya's tail drooped even lower
17:41Her silver eyes reflected the light
17:43Like they were wet
17:44Then you can take the bed
17:45I'll sleep on the floor
17:47Did I do something wrong?
17:48I blinked
17:49What?
17:50You've been good
17:51The next second
17:52Kaya suddenly dropped to her knees
17:54Even on her knees
17:55Her presence filled the small room
17:57Her face
17:58Usually cold and fierce
17:59Looked oddly pitiful
18:00And helpless
18:01Under the warm light
18:03If I did something wrong
18:04I can change
18:06Please don't make me sleep alone
18:08I learned how to take care of mages
18:10At the registry
18:10I'll be good
18:12Heat rushed to my face
18:13So she was crying
18:14Because we were sleeping separately
18:16Instinctively
18:17I reached out to wipe her tears
18:18Kyla leaned into my hand
18:20Rubbing lightly against my palm
18:21Her scales were cool
18:22Can I?
18:23But her breath was warm
18:25I stammered
18:26We just met
18:26I thought maybe you wouldn't want that
18:28Vivian never did
18:29She once said
18:31Getting close to a low tier majored like me
18:32Was worse than being sent back
18:34To Blackmoor trial grounds
18:37Kaya pressed a gentle kiss
18:38Against my farm
18:39Warm
18:40Soft
18:40I do Elias
18:41I want to stay by your side
18:43Protect you
18:44And have a home with you
18:45I'm a defective dragon
18:46Nobody wanted
18:47You're the only one who chose me
18:48So I like you
18:49I'm not like that phoenix outside
18:50You're the only one in my heart
18:51I took a step back
18:52And sat down out of the bed
18:53Kaya's hand was still wrapped around my kelp
18:55Warm enough to burn
18:56She knelt beside the bed
18:57Looking up at me
18:58Please
18:58Give me a chance
18:59Still crying
19:00My thoughts were a mess
19:01In the end
19:02I nodded
19:02Half asleep
19:03I vaguely realized
19:04It had started raining outside
19:05No wonder the room felt so warm
19:07So humid
19:08I reached toward the lamp
19:10But someone caught my hand
19:11I spoke hoarsely
19:12I think someone's knocking
19:13There's somebody outside
19:14Stop
19:15The kiss at my neck stilled
19:17Then rose to silence me with her lips
19:19You're still thinking about her
19:21So you like her more than me
19:22Is that it?
19:23I am not
19:23Then who do you like more?
19:25You
19:26I like you, alright
19:27As soon as I said it
19:28The sounds outside fell silent
19:30Kaya, satisfied
19:31Reached over and turned on the light
19:35The next morning
19:36Every movement sent a dull ache
19:38Through my body
19:38As I got dressed
19:39We're dragon neck
19:40Always this strong in bed
19:41Kaya wrapped her arms around me
19:43From behind
19:44Elias, you smell so good
19:45No, sweet
19:47Can we sleep together again tonight?
19:49Stop it
19:49I can barely walk
19:50I pulled the door open
19:52Then I saw Vivian
19:53The words died in my throat
19:54The leather railer beside her
19:56Was covered in deep croupes
19:57From how hard she had been gripping it
19:59Her eyes were dark with anger
20:00And something else
20:01The look on her face
20:02Made the hairs on the back of my neck
20:03Stand up
20:04Elias
20:04Her voice sounded forced
20:06Like each word had been dragged
20:07Out of her throat
20:08Have you no shame?
20:09Before I could answer
20:10Kyla's arm slid around my waist
20:12Her posture instantly turned aggressive
20:14Phoenix, if I hear you insult Elias
20:16One more time
20:17I'll rip your throat out
20:18Vivian's pupils narrowed into slits
20:20Her fangs showed
20:21You can try
20:22Because I'd love to kill you too
20:24The room filled with the tension
20:26Of two beasts ready to fight
20:28I turned and squeezed Kyla's fingers
20:30Don't waste your time
20:31On someone who doesn't matter
20:32She'll be gone soon
20:33Kyla's eyes flickered
20:34The hostility disappeared first from her
20:36She lowered her gaze and pouted
20:38She's so scary, Elias
20:39She scared me
20:40I rubbed one of her small horns
20:42It felt surprisingly nice
20:44That's just how she is
20:45Ignore her
20:46Let's go buy you a rope
20:49Vivian swayed to
20:50The rigid line of her back softened
20:52Then she stepped in front of the door
20:54Blocking our way
20:55Elias, don't choose her
20:57Don't you like me anymore?
20:59Whatever she can do for you
21:00I can do it too
21:01Send her back now
21:02I'll pretend none of this ever happened
21:04Behind me, Kyla's body went stiff
21:06I was silent for a moment
21:07Then I said something completely unrelated
21:09You know I grew up in an orphanage
21:10So?
21:11I looked away, remembering
21:12That's why I'm good at reading people
21:14You were happy at first
21:15Then you grew sick of me
21:16No matter what I did, it wasn't enough
21:18You still looked down on me
21:19So I decided to replace my magical pet
21:21You should be happy now
21:22But you are jealous and angry
21:23Vivian, can you tell me why?
21:25Dark clouds covered the sun
21:26The room grew dim
21:27I couldn't see her expression clearly
21:29Her fingers looked pale
21:31Almost blue
21:31Like she was freezing
21:33For a long time
21:34She said nothing
21:35I finally gave up
21:36And walked past her with Kaya
21:37Suddenly, Vivian grabbed my other hand
21:39I turned around
21:40For the first time
21:42Cracks appeared in her perfect expression
21:43Like a porcelain doll breaking apart
21:46Elias
21:47Her voice was quiet
21:48If I tell you now that I really like you
21:50Is it too late?
21:54The whole thing was so ridiculous
21:56So ridiculous
21:57That it wasn't until Kaya nearly beat Vivian unconscious
22:00That I finally reacted
22:01Kaya!
22:01I grabbed her arm
22:03Stop!
22:04If she dies, the Academy will destroy you
22:06Kaya finally stopped, breathing hard
22:08Her knuckles were covered in blood
22:09Bitch!
22:10She pointed at Vivian
22:11You tell my master you like him?
22:13Homewrecker!
22:14Homewrecker!
22:15I'll beat you every time I see you!
22:17Vivian struggled onto one elbow
22:18Then wiped blood from the corner of her mouth
22:22Actually, I was here first
22:23You're the other woman
22:25Kyla roared and kicked her again
22:27Vivian collapsed flat on the floor
22:29Not moving
22:30I rushed over in panic
22:32Vivian gritted her teeth in pain
22:33But her eyes lit up the moment she saw me
22:36You still care about me, don't you?
22:38After making sure she wasn't dying
22:40I let out a breath
22:41I'm worried you'll die
22:42And then Kyla will be destroyed
22:44Vivian grabbed my wrist
22:45Almost pleading
22:47I don't need the Academy healing wing
22:50Elias, you heard me, didn't you?
22:51I was Sawyer Altie
22:52I really do like you
22:53Weren't you the one who wanted a soulbind right with me?
22:56You wanted us to choose rings together
22:58We can do it!
22:59Right now!
23:02Let's go
23:02Vivian
23:03I gently pulled my hand away
23:05Sebastian already promised you to apply for you
23:07You won't be sent to Blackmore's trial grounds
23:10So you don't have to force yourself anymore
23:12You don't need to pretend
23:13It's not pretending
23:14It's not pretending
23:15It's not!
23:15I really like you
23:16I always have
23:17Since the first day we met
23:19You were kind
23:19How could I not fall for you?
23:21I should have felt something
23:22Instead, I almost laughed
23:24Because what part of her behavior
23:26Had ever looked like love?
23:27I tilted my head
23:28Genuinely curious
23:29So that's how you love someone?
23:31By calling him disgusting
23:32By calling him pathetic
23:34By letting him get hurt
23:35And then telling him it was his own fault
23:37With every question
23:38Vivian's face grew paler
23:40Until all the color was gone
23:41Finally, I spoke softly
23:43Vivian, then I don't want that kind of love
23:45And honestly, I don't believe you love me at all
23:48Stop lying to yourself
23:49Once I was sure she wasn't in danger of dying
23:52I took Kaia's hand
23:53And walked out the door
23:56I took Kaia straight to the academy healing wing
23:58The healer was the same one as before
24:00She looked at Kaia with obvious disdain
24:02So this is your magical pet?
24:04The one who got you hurt?
24:05Three times in one month
24:06And never even came with you?
24:08Now she's the one injured
24:09And you're still bringing her here?
24:10I couldn't help laughing
24:11No, you've got it wrong
24:12She's my new magical pet
24:14The healer immediately looked embarrassed
24:15I'm sorry
24:16Last time
24:17I had low blood sugar
24:18Elias caught me before
24:20I hit the floor
24:20He's such a good boy
24:21I thought you were the pet
24:22Who kept hurting him
24:23Kaia immediately looked at me
24:25Her eyes grew complicated
24:26Then she said softly
24:27Elias, my heart hurts for you
24:29I've always been good at making peace with things
24:31When Vivian treated me badly
24:33I told myself I simply wasn't good enough
24:35So I worked harder
24:36I was hurt, of course
24:37Of course I was
24:38But I turned that pain into something useful
24:40Something that helped me grow stronger
24:42I thought nothing could affect me anymore
24:43Not other people's contempt
24:45Not the people closest to me hurting me
24:47But then, Kaia said she felt sorry for me
24:49Sorry for my wounds
24:50Sorry for all my efforts
24:51She told me I was her favourite person in the world
24:53For the first time, someone truly saw me
24:55Something warm and painful flooded my chest
24:57So full, it almost spilled from my eyes
24:59Focus on your treatment
25:00Maybe things really do get better after you've hit rock bottom
25:03I lost my family
25:04Then I met a Vivian who never loved me
25:06Maybe every hardship I went through existed for one reason
25:09To bring Kaia to me
25:11For the next few weeks, Kaia and I silently ignored Viviana
25:15Kaia even found a job patrolling the academy at night
25:17I have two hands and two feet
25:19I want to do something for you
25:21That was when I realised something
25:22Life was supposed to be shared
25:23You weren't meant to carry everything alone
25:25Every day, Vivian sat in the living room
25:27Watching us leave, come back
25:28The night before she was scheduled to leave
25:30She stopped me outside the dormitory
25:32I wait for you every day
25:33And you don't even look at me, Elias
25:35I know I was wrong
25:36Everyone makes mistakes
25:38Why can't you forgive me just once?
25:39It shook my head
25:41I'm not angry with you
25:42I understand
25:42You're a pure blood phoenix
25:44I'm a low tier major
25:45I really did get lucky when I was assigned to you
25:47So I understand why you weren't satisfied
25:48Hope instantly appeared on Vivian's face
25:50So you forgive me?
25:51I'll treat you better this time
25:53Tomorrow we'll send that snake back
25:54No, Kaia isn't leaving
25:56I think you're confusing your feelings
25:57Because you're afraid of being registry sent back to the registry
26:00Once our trial bond is terminated
26:02Everything will return to normal
26:03Vivian shook her head desperately
26:05No, no, that's not it
26:06Elias, what do I have to do?
26:08Say believe me to make you believe me
26:09I really do love you
26:13I really love you
26:14Please, I beg you
26:15Seeing her fall apart like this suddenly
26:17Reminded me of the old me
26:19The version of myself that begged for her love
26:21I finally understood how pathetic I must have looked
26:23No wonder Vivian always despised me
26:25I knew I loved you long ago
26:27But...
26:28But I couldn't accept loving a low tier mage
26:30If I looked down on you
26:32It didn't feel like I was settling
26:33And every time you tried to prove your love
26:35I felt superior again
26:36Like the fucking pureblood phoenix everyone admired
26:38I was the unwanted, defective one
26:40It was your love that made me feel worthy
26:43Only then did I finally understand
26:45Vivian couldn't accept falling for a low tier mage
26:48She needed my devotion
26:49Because it allowed her to pretend her feelings were forced
26:51That loving me was beneath her
26:53Something inside me finally broke
26:55Vivian rushed toward me
26:56What? What's wrong?
26:56I snapped and shouted at her
26:58Vivian, we're really over
26:59Completely over
27:01Two weeks later
27:02Mira arrived with a bright smile
27:04Elias, Kaya really is obedient, isn't she?
27:07Of course I am
27:08Right, Elias?
27:09Most of the time
27:09What do you mean most of the time?
27:11I'm always obedient
27:12Seeing the usually cool and elegant Kaya
27:14Act so pitiful was strangely adorable
27:16Mira handed me the final confirmation documents
27:18As I picked up the pen
27:19I suddenly remembered the day I applied for Vivian
27:21Back then we had sat side by side
27:23Her nose was red
27:24Tears and happiness mixed together on her face
27:26She looked so cute that I kept glancing at her
27:28She became flustered
27:30That was one of the few times I had ever seen her smile
27:32Sorry, I'll try to dress better in the future
27:33I still remembered the curve of her lips
27:35The slightly longer fang on the left side
27:37You already look good
27:38How?
27:39I shook my head and forced the memory away
27:42No matter what she had once been
27:44She was no longer that person
27:45The registry staff arrived to take Vivian away
27:48She lay on the bed one last time
27:49I always thought this bed was uncomfortable
27:51Turns out it's actually not bad
27:53Her steps were slow
27:54But until the very end
27:56Neither Kyla nor I looked back
27:57I saw a crystal recording online
27:59Someone polished their dragonkin's horns
28:01Until they were perfectly smooth
28:03I want to try
28:04But if I ruin them
28:05You can't get mad
28:07Kyla obediently lowered her head
28:09Her horns felt cool beneath my fingers
28:11Like polished jade
28:14As long as you're the one doing it
28:15I'll love them
28:16The front door closed behind Vivian
28:18She was gone
28:21A long time later
28:22I heard about Vivian from Mira
28:24Sebastian never applied for her
28:25Once he learned Vivian couldn't complete Nirvana
28:27He threw a huge fit at the registry
28:29He said she wasted his time
28:31A defective phoenix acting that arrogant
28:34I was stunned
28:38He didn't know about her condition
28:40No
28:42Vivian got sick
28:43Depression
28:44She can barely talk to people now
28:46The academy approved retirement placement for her
28:48These days she helps at one of the affiliated orphanages
28:51Oddly enough she's calmer around the children
28:55After the communications crystal went dark
28:57I sat there for a long time
29:00Kaya wrapped her arms around me from behind
29:03Are you worried about her?
29:05If you really are
29:06We can apply to take her back
29:08I don't mind
29:09She said she didn't mind
29:11Yet her arm around my waist tightened so much it almost hurt
29:13When are you going to stop saying the opposite of what you feel?
29:18Kaya was wonderful
29:21The only problem was
29:22That she always tried too hard to please me
29:24No matter what I asked
29:26She would agree
29:28Sometimes I worried that if I ever did something terrible
29:30She would help me clean up the mess afterwards
29:34I wanted her to be more honest
29:36To say what she really felt
29:38I pinched harder
29:39Trying to teach her that it was okay to refuse me
29:42But even after her cheeks turned red
29:44She didn't complain
29:46Why don't you ever say it hurts?
29:48You can say no to me
29:49You only pinch me
29:50You don't pinch anyone else
29:51That means you like me
29:53If you like me, I'm happy
29:55So it doesn't hurt
29:57You really are
29:59Really
30:04Kyla lend in and kissed me
30:08Our children will be even cuter than me
30:10Want to find out?
30:11Absolutely not
30:12It's daytime
30:13You told me I need to learn how to refuse you
30:15So I refuse your refusal
30:17That is not what I meant
30:18Kyla, not there
30:21Thankfully
30:21Thankfully, I'm a very adaptable person
30:23Maybe this counted as Kaya taking her first step toward a normal relationship
30:26As for me, life had changed more than I ever expected
30:30I had someone waiting for me at home
30:32Someone who actually wanted me
30:33For now, I couldn't ask for anything more
30:35Well, maybe a little more sleep
30:37See you in the future
30:39I'm going to go there for anything for you
30:39Bye for now