"The Toki no Byoushin?" Riku said. "You mean the painting you were trapped in?"

"Yes." Daisuke said, ruffling Daichi's hair as he passed. "Apparently it as well as several others have been destroyed."

Riku was alarmed. "Destroyed? Who would do such a thing?"

"A priestess named Kuri Hikawa has been doing this to Hikari Artworks." Daisuke said angrily. "Apparantly the museums ask for the service as the artworks have been restless lately, causing strange events."

"Do you think Krad is involved in all this? Or Satoshi?" Riku said.

"Satoshi and Risa are fine." Daisuke said. "I called them last night to be sure. I want to visit Dark to find out if he's ok."

Xxx

That night, Daisuke entered the entombed Black Wings.

"Hey there partner." Daisuke said. "I thought you would return soon...to Daichi. But I guess the curse is broken for us and not you."

No answer.

"A miko might be coming to offer you something." Daisuke said. "Don't listen to her, please."

"You mean me?" Kuri said.

She held out her hands, and light from the Black Wings flew into her hands.

"Wait! You can't!" Daisuke cried.

"Doesn't everyone deserve the freedom you enjoy?" Kuri said, and shimmered out of view