"Could you give me a strand of your hair?" The Forest Fairy widened her eyes and pleaded with Velin.
Looking at the little fairy before him, whose wings were not flapping, Velin plucked a strand of his hair and placed it in her hand.
"Thank you, stranger human. You're the kindest human I've ever met."
After joyfully thanking him, the little fairy carefully cradled Velin's hair as if it were a priceless treasure, dancing with delight before fluttering excitedly toward a distant garden.
Velin smiled and shook his head, then put the Sweet Wind Fruit in his Spatial Ring for safekeeping.
For some reason, he had a feeling that this wondrous fruit might come in handy very soon.
After this little interlude, the group of four continued toward the study.
About ten minutes later, they finally arrived at a door on the left side of the castle's second floor.
Head Maid Diana elegantly pushed open the door and gestured for them to enter.
After politely nodding their thanks, the three of them stepped into the study.
The moment they entered, a refreshing floral fragrance washed over them.
Velin's first impression of the room was not that of a traditional study. It resembled a mysterious garden instead, with every corner of his sight occupied by vividly colored plants and not a single book in view.
"Welcome, everyone."
As they immersed themselves in the myriad plants before them, a crisp voice came from the right.
Following the voice, Velin looked toward a blue-haired young man dressed in black standing not far away. He placed his right hand over his chest and gave a slight bow. "Greetings, Tree Domain Lord Patrich."
The blue-haired young man did not immediately return Velin's greeting. Instead, he asked with interest, "How did you determine that I am