– 13 Days Since the Kidnapping –
On another desolate night, the stars were the only source of light.
A dust-covered, sand-buried magic circle began to glow again—its first activation in what seemed like ages.
But now, it shimmered once more, shaking off the filth and allowing Frey and Clana Starlight to pass through.
As soon as they arrived, the two found themselves still inside the mountain pass that split the ridge, but this time they had reached the far end. They were now closer to their friends than ever before.
"Where are we?" Clana asked in confusion as her mind gradually cleared, recovering from the madness caused by the demonic blood she had consumed.
"We're on the other side," Frey replied. "Rest for now until the headache and hallucinations fade completely."
Heeding his advice, Clana sat down, one hand gripping her head, the other pressing against her forehead.
"Frey… what exactly did we drink back there?"
