At the Summer Palace Court, King Kaitya Kiarata arrived with his council, including Minister Egaso and high-ranking aides. Lucifer and Viron were summoned to hear the troubling report.
Minister Egaso stood before the court.
"Exactly one year ago, our sacred Underground Water Palace—a tourist haven—turned into a pool of blood. No one entered, and no one witnessed the change. Since then, all investigations have failed. Most deemed the case unnatural and withdrew."
Lucifer stepped forward.
"Don't worry. We'll investigate this properly. It's no longer an ignored mystery—it's an active case."
He turned to Viron.
"Viron, as a Vampire Lord, your blood sense is unmatched. Taste the residue. Tell me what kind of blood it is."
Viron knelt and gently touched a drop near the palace entrance. His eyes glowed violet.
"Sir Lucifer… the blood tastes half-human, half-avian."
Lucifer narrowed his gaze.
"Human fused with bird… That's harpy blood, isn't it?"
Viron nodded slowly.
"Possibly, yes."
They entered the outer chambers of the Water Palace. The air shimmered with enchantments and spectral music. Walls displayed faded portraits of sirens, harpy dancers, and sealed music albums from ancient festivals—captured recordings of siren songs and harpy ballets.
Lucifer turned to the court.
"This case is clearly connected to sirens and harpies. These cultural archives prove they once performed here."
He pointed to the albums.
"Tomorrow, we begin a deep investigation. Summon every resident who appeared in these festival records from over a year ago. Anyone connected to the Underground Palace, music archives, or ritual ceremonies must be contacted."
Viron nodded.
"This mystery goes deeper than magic."
Lucifer placed a marker spell on the Palace gates.
"Tonight, we rest at the Guest House Pavilion. Tomorrow, we dive into the blood."