The Demonic Masters ordered their henchmen to bring the children out of the cells and to Phase 1. They chained the children together and dragged them through the dark, damp tunnels of the cave. Nibiru was still struggling to walk, his injuries making it difficult for him to keep up with the group.
As they reached Phase 1, the Demonic Masters began to number the children. They lined them up in rows and counted them off one by one. When they reached Nibiru, they noticed the clothing he was wearing.
"Mount Hua," one of the Demonic Masters said, eyeing Nibiru's clothes. "What's a Mount Hua disciple doing here?"
Nibiru felt a chill run down his spine. He knew he had to be careful with what he said. If he slipped up, he would be killed on the spot.
"I'm a junior disciple," Nibiru lied, trying to sound confident.
The Demonic Master narrowed his eyes and scrutinized Nibiru. After a few moments, he nodded and marked him as number 56. The other children were marked as well, each given a number that would now define them within the walls of the cave.
Nibiru felt a sense of relief wash over him, but he knew that he had to be careful. He didn't know what would happen to him if they found out who he really was. As the group was led deeper into the cave, he couldn't help but wonder what fate awaited him and the other children