The voice was rather androgynous, and Glen could not discern the gender of this dragon-like creature.

"Attending as well?" Glen keenly caught the creature's choice of words and felt a tinge of surprise welling up within him.

He had initially assumed that he was the sole person invited to the birthday celebration of the Black Crow's wife. However, upon reflection, this might not necessarily be the case. Who was to say that she only had him as a friend?

"Are you also a friend of the Black Crow?" Glen inquired of the dragon-like creature.

Yet, instead of responding, it turned its head back and spoke in an arrogantly tone,"Were it not for the fact that you are a friend of Legira, simply for the audacity of a filthy werewolf like you to address me, you would already have been reduced to a pile of ashes."

After uttering these words, disregarding Glen's reaction, it opened the door of the Black Crow's abode without knocking and stepped inside directly.

At the moment the door was opened, a brilliant light emanated from within the house.

"Mr. Glen, it's incredibly impolite!" Tia exclaimed, visibly indignant.

Glen merely let out a soft chuckle."I have encountered numerous such arrogant beings. After all, it is my friend's birthday today. I do not wish for anything to spoil the occasion. I hope it does not provoke me later; otherwise, I shall have to teach it a lesson, one way or another."

Tia wholeheartedly concurred.

The two of them also arrived in front of the Black Crow's residence. Glen stepped forward and rapped gently on the door twice.

A strange man's voice sounded from within,"Please come in."

Glen was momentarily perplexed but still pushed the door open.

The beam of light spilled out, causing the two of them outside to shield their eyes with their hands.

Once their eyes had adjusted, both Glen and Tia opened their mouths in astonishment simultaneously.

Inside the house, a blue sky, white clouds, and a verdant lawn, along with numerous people and other creatures attending the birthday gathering, formed a most picturesque scene.

A refreshing breeze wafted towards them. Glen looked up at the old, grayish-green house and then at the scene behind the door. A sense of absurdity swept over him.

"Mr. Glen..." Tia's body trembled slightly, and she appeared particularly excited."This is truly astonishing!"

Glen let out a sigh."Indeed, it is."

The two of them slowly stepped into the house, and the door closed automatically behind them.

Glen turned around and beheld a solitary door standing on the lawn.

The surrounding environment was incredibly lifelike. In the distance, there were undulating mountains, and one or two trees, either densely or sparsely scattered, adorned the expansive plain.

The two of them withdrew their gazes from surveying the surroundings and directed their attention towards the birthday party venue.

Exquisite tables and chairs were arranged in an orderly fashion, and an array of beautiful decorations was in place.

The attendees of the birthday party, some standing and some seated, engaged in conversations in small groups.

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They comprised individuals of various races, such as humans, beast-headed folk, and dwarves, as well as those of different occupations, including witches, strange warriors clad in black robes, and mages wielding staves.

Some of them cast glances in the direction of Glen and Tia, but they merely looked for a moment and then paid them no further heed.

"Oh dear!" Glen suddenly exclaimed with a grave expression.

"What's the matter, Mr. Glen?!" Tia was startled and promptly inquired.

"The cake is insufficient to be distributed among everyone!" Glen slapped his forehead.

Tia:"..."

Glen stepped towards the crowd and, following the scent, located the Black Crow and his wife.

At that moment, the couple was engaged in conversation with a long-bearded mage wearing a soft, pointed hat and a woman in her forties.

The Black Crow's wife was seated on the bed, with a quilt covering her lower body, revealing only the anomaly from her neck to her abdomen.

The previous time, he had not been able to see her face clearly. Of course, it was not due to the darkness, which posed no obstacle for a werewolf.

The reason for his inability to see clearly was that her hair had obscured the majority of her features.

Now, with the bright illumination, her hair was deliberately coiled up, revealing her true visage.

Her skin was deathly pale, a sickly pallor. Her lips were slightly chapped, her face was emaciated, and her eye sockets were sunken and dark.

At first glance, she was not particularly comely.

Upon seeing her, Tia was on the verge of letting out an exclamation, but upon recalling Glen's instructions, she tensed her body and composed her expression.

As they drew closer, the Black Crow's wife turned her face and bestowed a smile upon the two of them.

It was this very smile that caused them to forget all her imperfections. This was not the result of some unnatural force such as magic.

Everyone was gathered around the bed.

When Glen and Tia approached, they were noticed, and they simultaneously ceased their conversation and turned to look at them.

"Happy birthday, madam," Glen said with a smile as he placed the gift box containing the cake on a nearby table.

The Black Crow and his wife smiled and nodded at Glen.

"Legira, who are these two?" The long-bearded mage furrowed his brows and queried.

Legira was evidently the name of the Black Crow's wife. She introduced them with a gentle smile,"This is Mr. Glen, a friend of our couple in the town, and..."

"This is my friend, Tia. She wished to attend your birthday party with me. I hope you do not take offense," Glen interjected to explain.

"Hello, madam," Tia said nervously as she curtsied, lifting the hem of her dress.

"It doesn't matter," Legira said, shaking her head gently to indicate that it was not an issue.

Then she turned to the long-bearded mage and the woman and continued,"This is Daof and his wife, Meko."

"Delighted to make your acquaintance," the two who were being introduced bowed slightly and saluted Glen and Tia.

"We are also delighted to meet you," Glen and Tia mimicked their actions and returned the salute.

"I truly apologize, madam. I did not anticipate there being so many people. The cake I made is too small," Glen said apologetically, gazing at Legira.

Before she could respond, the Black Crow beside her remarked,"This is not a problem. Leave it to Daof."

Glen was intrigued and looked at the long-bearded mage.

"Hehe, it's a mere trifle. Could you open it and allow me to have a look at the cake you prepared for Legira?"

Daof let out a couple of soft chuckles and asked Glen.

"Of course."

Upon receiving Glen's affirmation, Daof waved his staff gently, and the gift box, as if animated, opened of its own accord.

The eyes of several individuals were drawn to the interior of the gift box.

When the exquisite two-tiered birthday cake came into view, they all displayed expressions of surprise.

"To create such a delectable delicacy without the aid of magic, relying solely on manual craftsmanship, is truly remarkable," Daof praised, stroking his beard.

The others who were seeing such a birthday cake for the first time also nodded in agreement.

Upon witnessing this scene, it would be untrue to say that Glen did not feel a sense of pride. Even the little maid wore a look of shared glory.

"However, it is indeed too small and insufficient to be distributed among everyone," Daof said. Then he raised his staff, pointed it at the birthday cake, and traced a gentle circle in the air.

Glen sensed a change in the air. Subsequently, he witnessed the cake he had made gradually and slowly expand.

"Wow!" Tia exclaimed, her hands clasped together in excitement as she stared intently at the growing cake without blinking.

Finally, the cake grew to a height equivalent to that of a person. Daof estimated that this size should be sufficient for everyone to have a portion, so he ceased casting the spell.

A more intense aroma wafted out, instantly capturing the attention of everyone present at the birthday party.

They all ceased their animated conversations and laughter and gathered around.

"Wow, this is the most beautiful birthday cake I have ever beheld."

"The rich aroma of the cream! I'm in for a real treat later! Hahaha..."

"I am fond of such beautiful things..."

They chattered animatedly, creating a harmonious and joyful atmosphere.

It brought a long-lost warmth to the Black Crow and his wife.