Nokemono-tachi No - Yoru 4

Their lighthearted rivalry was abruptly cut short as the dense forest gave way to a clearing. Standing in their path, bathed in the silver glow of the moon, was the elite force of the Sword Cross Knights. At their center stood the Commander, his armor reflecting a cold, ruthless light.

"Step aside, humans," the Commander’s voice boomed. "And surrender the girl. The demons will be purged." Nokemono-tachi no Yoru 4

Wisteria stepped forward, her sightless eyes facing the direction of the voice. She did not tremble. "Marbas is not a monster to be purged," she said, her voice small but steady. "He is my eyes. He is my family." Their lighthearted rivalry was abruptly cut short as

The air grew heavy. This was the moment of reckoning for the outcasts. "Step aside, humans," the Commander’s voice boomed

"And you are breathing too loudly for a wolf," Marbas countered smoothly, though he did slow his pace, guiding Wisteria with extreme care.

They were not alone. Traveling with them were the noble lady Diana and her own contracted demon, Naberius. The two great calamities of the wasteland argued relentlessly, their bickering acting as a strange, comforting melody in the quiet woods.