"That's how things stand. Since Prince Bai needs to confirm the safety of the symbiotes, and I also want to find out whether Dagon can still exert direct control over the purified symbiotes, the three of you will have to stay here and take part in the Great Reef Province's war against Dagon's cult.
"You'll also help gather more material for the larger-scale experiments to come."
In the dining hall aboard the Murphy's Hammer, Murphy watched the three vampire girls across from him wolfing down food from their bowls to replenish their energy, heedless of how they looked. They had the ravenous air of people who hadn't eaten in days, just like Brigadier General Fraser had when he'd first awoken.
Once the symbiotes in their bodies had been reawakened, they needed a great deal of energy to remain active. That left their vampire hosts with no choice but to shovel down food they didn't even like.
The airship's chef, having dealt with a similar incident before, had received advance warning and made preparations. As the three ravenous vampires ate, one high-calorie dish after another was brought to them.
It was worth mentioning that, given the unusual nature of vampires, the chefs had also prepared some "blood drinks" to sate their craving for blood.
Seated opposite them, Murphy stirred his coffee and spoke unhurriedly.
"I'll temporarily assign the three of you to the 'Hunter Squad' led by Brigadier General Fraser. Your main task will be to hunt Dagon's Holy Sons in the anniversary celebration's battlefield zone, while also tracking down the various corrupted abominations Dagon has driven into the area to cause trouble.
"Like that sea dragon from before.
"Now that I mention it..."
Murphy pushed a fragrant pork knuckle toward Bonnie, who was eating with grease all over her mouth,