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As Dang Pon narrates, the village's misfortune originated from a magic ring that granted wealth but was shattered amid conflicts fueled by greed. This destruction summoned a demoness, whose wrath cursed the village with famine, necessitating annual sacrifices to appease her. The story progresses ominously, as Tom finds an excuse to abandon the ceremony, raising immediate concern for Stella.
Throughout the night, catastrophic events unfold. When a terrifying roar emanates from the forest, the townsfolk are urged to stay indoors, yet Stella's worry escalates as her father fails to return. An ensuing, eerie encounter leads to chaos—bodies falling from a sky portal as Stella realizes the dire situation is linked to her father's actions.