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While Eren was busy reading the system's notification—completely immersed in its endless pop-ups and prompts—Seraphina observed him quietly. She assumed he was just distracted by his own world, unaware of her actions. With a calm breath, she closed her eyes and turned her focus inward, trying to sense the magical shackles that bound her soul.
This wasn't her first time dealing with a contract binding like this. Back in the Demon Land, Seraphina had encountered many who opposed her or tried to restrain her authority. Sometimes, to appease or manipulate them, she would sign a contract that seemed unfavorable to her. It was a clever ruse—she would use it to feign weakness and let their guard down.
Then, when the time was right, she would strike back. Even if it meant enduring the painful backlash of violating the contract, she would grit her teeth and endure it. All to crush her enemies when they least expected it.
