Clang!
The thunderous crash of metal colliding exploded through the valley, shaking loose rubble from the city walls.
Abihime's spear struck the horn of the King-class demon, sending sparks flying.
But the deadlock lasted only a single breath.
The next instant, Abihime's palm split open. Blood ran down the shaft of her spear, and her entire arm went numb.
The King-class demon gave a cold snort and violently swung its head.
Abihime flew backward like a kite with its string cut, slamming into the city wall.
Boom!
A massive crater was smashed into the wall, showering her with rubble and dust.
"Big Sister Abihime!"
Inuyasha carved a bloody path through the demon horde and charged toward the wall.
His dagger cut down two demons blocking his way, but several new wounds had appeared on his body.
Sakura was also rushing over, her shortsword clutched in hand and covered in black blood.
But a swarm of demons had tangled her up, leaving her unable to break free.
"Big Sister!"
Saku's tearful voice rang out from the watchtower.
"Big Sister Abihime, she..."
"I'm fine."
Abihime climbed out of the crater in the wall.
A large section of her white battle armor had shattered, and the armor on her left arm had completely fallen off, exposing the wound beneath.
Blood streamed down her arm and dripped onto the ground.
Blood hung from the corner of her mouth, but her gaze remained sharp.
Her wings spread again. Their feathers were coated in dust and blood, yet every one of them still stood upright.
"I'm not dead yet."
She spat out a mouthful of blood, gripped her spear tightly, and looked toward the King-class demon.
The King-class demon stood on the hillside, looking down at her.
Its body was covered in black scales, while two