The three of them entered the cave to inspect the battlefield.
The cross and firewood had burned away, leaving not even ashes; only a hole scorched by red flames remained on the floor.
Exchanging glances, the two girls realized they might have overthought things.
It seemed that the demon king not only had to constantly face human hunts but also couldn't let his guard down regarding the Demon Envoys.
Shami wiped the sweat from his brow. The Magical Girl's destruction site gave him an opportunity to cover up.
"See? Saili will be just like you in the future, all Demon Envoys. As for treatment and such, it's all the same."
Shami glanced at the flat-haired blonde.
"If it weren't for being worried about you, I wouldn't be thinking about so much. Worrying in vain all this time."
The Elf Maiden avoided Shami's gaze, turning her head aside and folding her arms.
"Fighting is great... as long as it's a fight, I'm just afraid it's not a fight..."
