"Eztein and the others still haven't returned… I wonder what they're doing right now," Souta muttered.
Yuko, Kessa, and Franklin had already grown stronger. There was no doubt that the rest who survived the battle had improved as well. He wasn't too worried about them.
Alice was different.
Every time he thought of her, unease crept into his chest. A few months ago, he had done everything he could to protect her and still, he failed. Even without the Great Demon Emperor making a move, the Heavenly Demon Palace alone had more than enough powerful experts to stop him.
Souta inhaled slowly, steadying himself.
He couldn't hate Lucifer. He understood the consequences all too well. Only those with the power to stand against him had the right to harbor such hatred.
"Alice… I have to find a way to rescue you. As soon as possible."
