The Infinity Castle's stillness was broken by Muzan’s sharp voice, his crimson eyes glowing with dark triumph. In his hands, an ancient scroll depicted the Blue Spider Lily, its location marked by cryptic symbols.

“It’s within reach,” Muzan murmured. “But the guardian demands a price.”

You stepped closer, instinctively cradling your child. “What kind of price?”

Muzan’s gaze shifted to you, his expression unreadable. “A trade. The flower in exchange for something I value deeply—my empire, my heir... or you.”

The words hung heavy in the air, and you stiffened. “And what will you do?”

“I will take the flower and leave nothing of them behind,” he said coldly, though his eyes flickered briefly with something you couldn’t place.

Despite the dread pooling in your chest, you met his gaze. “Then I’m coming with you.”

Muzan hesitated but nodded, his voice softening. “Stay close. If they touch you or our child, I’ll tear them apart.”

With a wave of his hand, the castle warped around you, opening a path to the flower’s hidden sanctuary—a place where love, ambition, and survival would collide.