Sargatanas, leader of the Uncrowned Demons, stood in the middle of their lair.
Eurynomos, Oinari, Drexel, and the shadowy figure of Prince Naberius gathered around him, awaiting his decision.
The tension was visible, each demon eager to act against Lyfax and his friends.
Surprisingly, Sargatanas raised his hand to silence them. "We will not go after Lyfax and his group."
Drexel, still recovering, looked confuse. "Why, Sargatanas? We have a chance to strike now.",
Sargatanas' eyes shone. "The Demonic Phantom Sword is the forbidden blade of my master Mephistopheles. It should not be taken lightly."
Mizuchi, back from spying, scoffs. "So, we're not going to do anything?"
Eurynomos thought. "What plan, Sargatanas?"
Sargatanas turned to Eurynomos, firmly. "Use your Makkai Shōten: Rei Shōkan. Gather intel on Lyfax's journey and the shrine's secrets before we move."
Eurynomos nodded eagerly. "Understood."
Meanwhile, with Lyfax and his companions, they follow Tatsuo deeper into the forest. Ancient trees form a canopy above, blocking sunlight.
The air is thick with anticipation. Katamatsu asked Lyfax quietly, "Do you trust him?"
Considering Lyfax. "We have no choice. If Tatsuo can lead us to the sword, we will follow."
Ayushi, still recovering, walked over to Lyfax. "I hope it's not a trap."
Tatsuo led them to a clearing where the Seimiei Shrine an ancient structure of stone and ivy—stood.
The silence was eerie, disturbed only by the rustling of leaves. "This is the Seimiei Shrine," Tatsuo said politely.
"The Demonic Phantom Sword is inside. But its power comes at a price." Lyfax nodded Vigorous ly.
"We understand. Lead the way." In the demon's lair, Eurynomos prepares his ritual, surrounded by dark symbols.
Reciting the ancient words, his body glowed with energy, summoning ghostly figures. "Demonic Ascension: Summoning Spirits," Eurynomos said. The spirits whispered secrets. "Eurynomos," said Sargatanas, "What is their plan?" Eurynomos nodded eagerly. "We already know where they are going