Even among the Beastkin, there were those whose appearance was especially close to that of the animals they were descended from.

These individuals were often described as having "thicker blood."

And when the animal they resembled was generally seen as cute and lovable, they could easily gain more popularity than the Empire's typical handsome or beautiful citizens.

- Like Professor Burdus.

Indeed, Professor Burdus had a notably cute appearance, even among the Beaver Beastkin, looking strikingly similar to a beaver.

It was hard not to suspect that his magical skills weren’t the only reason he had managed to survive so …