Yeon-woo's eyes widened at the unexpected request. "I don't mind, but…"

『You are worried that by giving him a name, his existence will become tied to yours, am I right?』

Yeon-woo nodded with an apprehensive expression. Naming a spiritual being wasn’t a simple matter at all as doing so could bind it to him, just like his Spirit Familiars. Although Mythical Beasts and Spirit Familiars were different creatures, they both belonged to the spiritual world, and he wasn’t sure what would happen if he named the hatchling. However, the Phoenix laughed gently as if to reassure him.

『Do not worry. His life is already closely knitted to yours. He is also very fond of you, so he would be delighted to receive a name from you. Besides, it will be of great benefit to you. Forming a spiritual connection with a Legendary Beast will help your tier ascend.』

Her gentleness warmed Yeon-woo's heart.

『If you ever become a higher being, this connection will become very helpful.』

‘I don’t have any reason to refuse.’ Finally, Yeon-woo accepted the request. "I’ll name him.”

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Like any other baby, the newborn Phoenix was very cute.

『Although he is just a child, I see great potential within him. He will grow to be a wonderful Phoenix.』

Yeon-woo stood restlessly as he held the chirping baby Phoenix to his bosom. Unlike his gigantic mother, the baby Phoenix was so tiny that it was almost too delicate for him to handle. However, the baby Phoenix happily flapped his small wings in his arms, and Yeon-woo had to take extra care not to drop the bird every time he wriggled.

『It seems that even someone like you can find some things hard...