The male Beastman quickly averted his gaze. The young female before him was even more stunning, and her scent was especially sweet and enchanting. He smiled and patiently explained, "Sophie Asate's surname is Asate. Of course she isn't from the Royal Family!"
"The Beast King has only one son, Prince Duotu Yalan, and no daughters. A few years ago, the Beast King suddenly bestowed the nominal title of Princess upon Sophie Asate, who comes from a declining, distant branch of the Royal Family."
"Being able to connect with the Royal Family was naturally a joyous occasion for the declining Asate family. They've been riding on this hard-won daughter's coattails to elevate their status! However, although Sophie Asate is now the Beast King's daughter in name, he never granted her the Yalan surname, putting her in a somewhat awkward position..."
'No wonder Duotu calls Sophie his cousin.'
