Erza observed as you cuddled a plushie that bore a striking resemblance to the woman herself. Why didn't you pay as much attention to her instead? It was a mere toy, after all.

"What are you doing with that?" Erza inquired, her voice tinged with annoyance as she gestured towards the plush replica of herself, her usually placid expression twisting into a frown. "I am literally right here."

However, you continued to hold onto the toy, which only fueled the mage’s jealousy. Without a second thought, she approached you, snatching the plushie from your hands and tossing it aside with a dismissive gesture. "There," Erza snapped, her tone sharper than intended. "Now you can focus on me."