The group returned to the city.

Hilde, having completed her task, stormed back to the royal palace, singing profanities with delight. Naturally, she made sure to bring her collar along.

Lin, who had seen Karami out walking with Hilde, gazed longingly at Hilde's collar as if it were a prized treasure. Luckily, Karami didn’t seem to notice.

The city was in disarray. The sudden darkness had thrown the beastfolk into confusion.

Using the opportunity, they made their way through the chaos and headed to Cheonsangru.

"Sky Fox."

"Ah, you've arrived."

Yuha greeted them calmly, though she hid a layer of …