บท 759: Side Story 03: Funeral

The sun began its descent over the horizon, casting a warm glow over New Livania as a spaceship slowly approached for docking. 

The atmosphere was sorrowful as Ashton, Anna, Ava, and many others stood dressed in solemn black attire. They awaited the arrival of Linea and Ibis, who were unaware of Astaroth's passing.

As the spaceship's doors opened, the guardians walked out first, and like Ashton had expected, there was no sign of his summons inside the ship. 

After Astaroth vanished, taking the Grim Reaper's scythe with him, Ashton could no longer feel the connection he once had with his summons. Despite clinging to hope for their survival, they had obviously disappeared along with the scythe. 

'Now isn't the time to dwell on them,' Ashton sighed, pushing the thoughts of his summons aside. 'I must ensure Ibis and Linea have everyone's support once they know about Astaroth.'