New Leads

Ken and Zack were both listening intently to Violet. Something about her story resonated within them. With the death of their fathers, they too were now somewhat alone in the world, and their own desire for revenge against the devils only strengthened their resolve.

"Well it's obvious that we need to find a way to break this curse, but how do we find out what kind of curse it is?" Ken asked while the others nodded in agreement.

Sir Jason spoke up, "There is someone else who can help with that, she is one of our foremost experts on the supernatural, she's also a friend of ours and will be able to help us with this case. Her name is Dr. Rowan Davin, she's a brilliant clairvoyant and she has a strong connection to the curses and to the cosmos."

Sir Jason continued, "Despite her expertise, she is usually very aloof, so you are lucky to have someone of her caliber helping us.

Zack and Ken were deeply moved by her story, Ken swore he would never know hatred until that moment, but now he had begun to hate devils, what kind of monsters were they to attack a defenseless woman. Zack on the other hand was concerned about Violet's condition, her attitude showed she was a very strong-willed person, but the pain of her loss was obviously still fresh, and she was in the process of joining the Angels of the Burning Sun. He knew she wouldn't be able to deal with the pain of her loss alone - especially when she was faced with the atrocities of the devils. He wondered what they would be faced with in the next mission.

Sir Jason, who was also visibly saddened by Violet's story, spoke up, "I understand your feelings, Violet, but remember that you have a team behind you. I'm sure Zack and Ken will help you overcome this ordeal."

The three of them smiled at Sir Jason's words.

After a moment of silence, Ken spoke up to change the atmosphere a little "hey did you guys also chose the correct combination of symbols to enter that room" he asked Zack and Violet. "No it was already open" Zack replied.

"Oh you know the door on our side wasn't open,on Sir Jason's orders I opened it by choosing correct symbols" Ken bragged a little. "Yeah I know you are a genius" Zack replied.

"It was my first mission with you guys but I must say the three of you are amazing, Violet your skills with the sword are second to none, Ken you're more intelligent than you look, and Zack you're total package" Sir Jason complimented his team.

"Sir was that a compliment or mockery for me" said Ken.

"Oh no of course not, I'm serious, you all have a lot to offer the Angels of Burning Sun, I'm glad to have you all on board." Sir Jason declared.

The three of them smiled and thanked Sir Jason for his kind words. They knew they would be able to count on each other and Sir Jason going forward in this mission. They now had to focus on finding out more about the curse and how to break it. Zack and Ken were now more determined than ever to join the fight against the devils and protect their home.

*Knock Knock*

"Yes come in" said sir Jason.

"Commander Seth is calling your team" a soldier said and left.

"Commander? Why the commander is calling us" Ken looked a little surprised.

"The devil we caught, it gave some very valuable information, maybe commander wants a direct report from us, let's go" Sir Jason put in.

"Sir Seth, the one who arranged our resident in the forest of cessation, the one who was Captain on the last sneak attack, mom talks about him so much, and I look up to that man I am much lucky to get a chance to meet a living legend like him" Zack mumbled.

"Mumbling was my habit not yours" Ken looked at Zack.

The team hurriedly got to the commander's office. Commander Seth was a very imposing figure, tall and strong with sharp features. He had an air of authority that demanded respect. When the team entered his office, he looked at them especially Zack for a few moments before speaking.

"I have heard about your success in capturing the devil." He said in a booming voice. "Your efforts have been commended by the Angels of the Burning Sun, and from what I understand, you were able to get information regarding the curse that has been plaguing us."

He paused for a few moments as if gathering his thoughts before continuing, "We need you to investigate further into this curse so that we can find out how it works and how to break it. The fate of our world rests on your shoulders now."

The team nodded solemnly knowing the weight that rested on their shoulders. They were all determined to do whatever it took to protect their home and defeat the devils.

The team was dismissed from Commander Seth's office with an air of determination. As they walked out, Zack couldn't help but feel a bit intimidated by the commander's presence. He had always heard stories about the great Seth and it was surreal to be around him.

Sir Seth stopped them before they left and looked at Zack intently. "Lucas's son? You're his spitting image...but that determination in your eyes is that of Suzan's, don't let it fade away," said Sir Seth.

Zack wasn't able to say anything, he found Seth's aura so overwhelming yet warm and nice. "Your mother believes in you, and I believe in her" Seth said while patting Zack's shoulder lightly. Zack smiled at this gesture and then they were dismissed.

The team was still in awe after the encounter with Commander Seth. They couldn't believe their luck to have met such a great leader.

"He was so damn amazing," Ken was impressed by Sir Seth.

"Yeah he is" Zack smiled.

"And just so you guys know he is also managing his family business at the same time he's a billionaire but he is still here to protect humanity, what a real man, and he told me to find a way to end Violet's curse too, he has kindness for every member here" sir Jason put in.

Violet also had a new hope after joining this Angels of the Burning Sun.