Either there was an elaborate plan conducted by several demons to cause harm, or the child was telling the truth. Likely it was the latter, in their experience children would usually state the truth, they were bad liars.
【♢】 “ I was just making sure, usually children aren’t left all on their own in new places... ”
Still, it was odd to them the child was left unattended. Was the flame world that cruel? Did he wander in on his own? Either way, they were now responsible for dealing with the demon.
【♢】 “ Would you like to walk with me for a little? ”