Kai the Culprit's Testimony 1/3

In the shadowy forest, after a subtle reminder from her companion, the silver-haired mage realized where the problem lay and froze slightly.

Then, she traced fairy runes with her fingers, took an amber-colored potion from her Magic Formations, and dripped several drops between the child's lips.

The infant greedily sucked and swallowed, quickly stopped crying, and fell into a deep sleep.

Phew, she was finally quiet...

The silver-haired mage let out a long breath, and the faint relief on her face could be seen beneath her veil.

Her temporary companion stole a curious glance at her, leaned closer, and asked.

"What is that?"

"A Magic Potion mixed with honey. It calms the mind and replenishes nutrients for young children..."

The silver-haired mage explained, not forgetting to offer earnest reassurance.

"Don't worry, it isn't poisonous. When I used to feed those children, I used..."

But realizing she had misspoken, the silver-haired mage immediately pressed her lips together and fell silent.

However, the speaker had not meant anything by it, while the listener took it to heart.

In the darkness, Samael, who had plenty of experience as a stay-at-home dad, wore an odd expression and could not help grumbling inwardly.

You fed children this stuff?

From that reaction just now, don't tell me they had never had breast milk?

At that moment, the "temporary mother" held the infant nearly upright in the crook of her arm, pacing back and forth and gently shaking her. The sleeping child's brow furrowed tightly, and her little face scrunched up from the jostling.

"Stop! Take a break. Let me do it!"

After watching for a while, Samael could no longer stand it and took over.

At first, the silver-haired mage still possessed a woman's pride and was doubtful of a man's ability to care for children.