The Search (
Synopsis[]
Don and Gilda set off to travel and search for Mujika, as asked by Norman. They are accompanied by Hayato and Ayshe. Meanwhile, a young adult Ray continues to wander in an unknown land, carrying a baby Emma in his arms.
Plot[]
Norman asks Don and Gilda to track down their friends, which seem to shock the duo. Norman wants to safeguard from the Ratri Clan and the Royals.
Norman points out that the cursed blood is required in Emma's plan. If Emma doesn't make it back in time and Norman ends up exterminating the royals and aristocrats, they will also have to kill Sonju and Musica. Even so, Norman is doubtful about Emma's plan. Consequently, he wants to lure Musica and Sonju to have an open discussion.
Don is about to protest since he hasn't seen their old friends for almost two years. But Norman has a plan. He opens a map and puts it on his desk. He's marked the places that their old friends are likely to pass through. The young man has narrowed down a few spots where Musica and Sonju are likely to be hiding. Norman offers to send Don and Gilda with an escort.
Don and Gilda are talking about whether or not proceeds with Norman's plan. Gilda is a bit hesitant as she believes Norman intends to kill Musica and Sonju. And, Don cannot help to agree. The duo decides to search for Musica and Sonju by themselves and protect them.
Hayato, Ayshe, and three dogs are Don and Gilda's escort. Ayshe is a skilled gunwoman, and her dogs are masters of tracking. Don and Gilda try to introduce themselves, but Ayshe doesn't respond to them.
Hayato explains to Gilda Ayshe's back story how a demon kept the young woman in the off-limits forest. Luckily, Zazie and Adam saved her.
Aysu is a girl who was kept by demons, understands their language, hates them, and is incredibly competent. But despite all of that, Don and Gilda will do everything in their power to stop Norman's plan and find Emma and Ray.