Arya smiled gently. "I don't play games, but I'm the one who illustrated this story!"

"What?!" Toph exclaimed.

The others were amazed too, staring at Arya with surprise, which made her feel a bit shy.

"Don't look at me like that!" Arya smiled, looking down. "I've loved drawing comics since I was a child, especially stories with a fine art style. The characters and plot of this game are adapted from a comic book I created."

Everyone was even more astonished. Only then did they realize the renowned comic artist Ari was right before them!

"Y-You're actually the author of this... game, 'Emerald Lake'!" Toph exclaimed, finding it unbelievable.

"Arya is low-key. It's not just you guys. Even I didn't know. She's actually sold the rights to several of her works." Graham smiled, his face filled with pride. "This silly girl isn't good at negotiating prices, so those rights were sold without much consideration.

spent several years on Emerald Lake, pouring her heart and soul into it. Naturally, I couldn't just sit by and do nothing! So, I returned last year to negotiate the contract

asked curiously, "How much was it

reveal the exact figure." Graham smiled. "It's a business secret. But I

up, and his interest grew. He bombarded Graham with questions, his voice filling

and Toph finally quieted down, only to see Zuko and Lina glaring at him. Confused,

at Renee,

should eat more to quiet your mouth! Oh, right, take Renee outside

use me as a free waiter?

Zuko's frustration

hand, amused and

some point, Renee clung to Toph's arm, leaning against

and submissive,

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