As a Herrscher, Higokumaru was often stronger than Bella. More conveniently, she usually appeared as a palm-sized little fox girl, making her easy to carry around however one wished...
When it came down to it, Higokumaru could also step in at once.
With that in mind, Herrscher Kiana summoned Higokumaru directly. A flash of red light appeared, and the palm-sized fox girl materialized beside the Herrscher of the Void.
"Big Sis, what's wrong? You look so weak!"
The moment Higokumaru appeared, she noticed how frail Big Sis looked. Actually, it was not the Herrscher of the Void herself... but the soul within her body that was weak.
"Something happened. My soul suffered a considerable injury, and this powerful body has instead become a burden." The Herrscher of the Void had no need to hide anything from Higokumaru and told her the truth directly.
"Your soul... How could that happen? Then how can it be healed? There has to be a way, right?"
Hearing the Herrscher of the Void's explanation, Higokumaru immediately grew anxious. She did not want anything to happen to her Big Sis.
"Don't worry too much. With my abilities, I can recover, though it will be a little slow. If we find any heavenly treasures that can restore the soul, I can recover quickly. So for the time being, I'll have to entrust my safety to you, Higokumaru."
The Herrscher of the Void was neither too upset nor too concerned. This was not an irreparable wound; she merely needed some time.
"Is that so? That's good. Don't worry! I, Higokumaru, will protect Big Sis's safety. I absolutely won't let anyone hurt you."
Higokumaru solemnly patted her chest, swishing her fox tails as she promised the Herrscher of the Void. She even felt a little happy inside. *Getting to