"Hmm, you guys. Just in time.

My Lord!　You're safe!

Yes. Well, Rose is not safe.

　As the three of them try to escape with Licht, Aria appears with a bloodied Rose on her back.
　Apparently, the battle was over before the search.

　Aria's body was stained red by the blood flowing from Rosé's abdomen.

"Rose, you're hurting me.

I didn't think Rose was going to get hurt either, but I guess that's what you get when you're dealing with bugs.

　Iris looked at him with concern.
　He knew that his body was already lifeless, but the painful wounds inflicted by the insects made him think so.

　Aria hadn't done anything to stop the bleeding, and the pathway they had taken was covered in blood.

　Perhaps she should resuscitate him as soon as possible.

Anyway. Looks like you got your lich back. You did good.

But he hasn't regained consciousness yet. What should I do, ...... Demon Lord?

Well, let's wait until we get back to Dystopia. We've defeated the Demon Lord of the West, but I don't think we should stay here much longer.

　Aria's decision was to return with Rose and Licht in her arms.
　No one shook their head at that choice.

　Once that was decided, there was nothing more to think about.
　All he had to do was call Fenrir, who was waiting outside, and bring Licht back.

　As Iris dexterously whistled her fingers, Fenrir's howl could be heard resonating.

You guys seem to be okay. Just so you know, don't let your guard down until the end when we bring back Licht.

"Yes. Take care, Demon Lord.

"Uh-oh.

　I'm not sure if this is a sign of trouble or not.
　Is this a sign that something is wrong?

　I'm sure you'll be able to figure out what's going on.

"Demon Lord, ......?

"Hurry back, boys. We can't live forever unless the Lich wakes up. You know that, don't you?

"Yes.

　The three of them ran back to Fenrir with an impatient Aria.
　Aria seems to be going with them on the way back.

　It's not that I don't trust Iris and Tise, but it was a precautionary measure.

"...... Demon Lord. Is there still something wrong with ......?

I don't know exactly what it is, but it's creepy. I'm leaving.

　Aria's explanation was not entirely convincing, but Iris, Tise and Dorothy did not pursue the matter too deeply.

　They had to get back to Dystopia alive to bring the news of the successful recapture to Faith.

　When Iris whistled again, Fenrir would appear through the wall.