The festival continued late into the night, with people dancing and enjoying the music. King Norgard and Queen Ardenia sat at a table, drinking liquor and chatting about their respective kingdoms.

Meanwhile, a few petty thieves were attempting to steal some items from the vendors, but they were quickly caught by the guards and taken away. It was a minor disturbance in an otherwise peaceful night.

However, deep in the shadows, the cultist from Chapter 7, known for his twisted desires and lust for power, was still on the prowl. He had been tasked with collecting 6666 sacrifices to summon a full demon, and he was not about to let a night of festivities get in his way.

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Moving quietly through the crowd, he selected a few unsuspecting victims and dragged them away into the darkness. Their screams were muffled by the sounds of the party, and no one noticed their disappearance.

Despite this dark turn of events, the festival continued on, with people reuniting with loved ones and enjoying the momentary respite from the war.

As the night drew to a close, King Norgard and Queen Ardenia stood together on a balcony, watching as the stars shone brightly in the sky. It was a rare and beautiful sight, one that filled them both with a sense of hope and peace.

Little did they know that beneath the festivities, a sinister force was at work, collecting sacrifices for an evil ritual that threatened to tear their world apart.

But for now, they could enjoy the moment and revel in the joy of the festival, knowing that they had at least one night of peace before the war resumed once more.