Synopsis

After struggling against an opponent with a unique skill, the protagonist escapes, realizing he can use the scent he placed on him earlier to track the Essential Master of Blood. He then encounters a messenger, Ghost No. 9, who presents him with a 'gift' containing wind heat bugs that paralyze his body. The protagonist realizes the scent he was experiencing was related to the bugs being preyed upon, and now intends to absorb the bugs power to counter the attack. He intends to use the bugs' power to his advantage.