The world is a wondrous place, filled with secrets of magic in every corner. If you're lucky enough, you, too could be blessed with its divine forces.

I was. It was only fitting, right? I'm the crown prince of Haushfath, after all. Everyone in my family has a gift. Unfortunately, luck didn't seem to be on my side when I received my share of magic.

What am I supposed to do with this, scratch my enemies with cat claws?

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I zoned out, my facial expressions going blank as our two families dined in an enormous long table. Everyone was chatting with each other, discussing both personal and business matters.

Everyone except for us. The ones who were supposed to try and get along the most.