Alignment

"I don't know what you're talking about," the flaming bird replied defensively, "We were just tasked to guard this place. I don't know what's hidden here, nor do I care." 

Reign picked up on the creature's unease and realized he just needed to keep pushing it.

"Really? You're telling me that after all these years, you've never been curious? Never once tried to find out what you've been guarding all this time?" 

The flaming bird shifted, its flames dimming slightly. "We were given strict orders. There is no room for doubts." 

Reign's smirk deepened. The divine beast tone revealed its frustration for its duties, suggesting it was bound to this role against its will. 

From this conversation alone, he could gather valuable insights to leverage against it. 

"You don't sound too happy about your duty," he pointed out, tilting his head slightly as he studied the creature.