A gradually spreading unease enveloped the royal residence of Black Claw, and a subtle and pervasive tension vibrated beneath the surface of daily life.

Since Carden inexplicably disappeared, five sunrises have melted into five sunsets, and Beta's absence had casted a truly terrifying shadow of fear, especially among the ordinary members who usually rely on his easy-going demeanor for comfort.

The preliminary investigation of where he could be, yielded no results. He did not imply any ...