"You having this resolve does not surprise me, King."
"Take this."
A ripple appeared beside Gilgamesh, and a rather strange-looking dagger fell out of it into his hand. Gilgamesh then tossed it out, and Fujimaru Ritsuka caught it with precision.
"When Tiamat unfolds Nega Genesis, she cannot move. Use that. Aim for the center of Tiamat's brow—that is her weak point."
"Simply aiming won't be enough." Xiang An shook his head. "But Ritsuka, do as the King of Heroes says. Leave the rest to me."
"Oh, right. Use a Command Spell on me once. My Mount Tai—"
Xiang An raised his head and glanced at the faintly trembling Gate of the Underworld. "It's almost collapsing."
His tone was casual, giving no indication that he was already at the end of his strength. Yet in truth, under the assault of Nega Genesis, the Mount Tai Xiang An had summoned had long been on the verge of collapse.
"Command Spell—let Xiang An hold out until everything is over."
Without hesitation, Fujimaru Ritsuka used a Command Spell. Magical energy flooded Xiang An's body, finally allowing him to catch his breath.
"Within Nega Genesis, the Underworld's authority is useless. Even for Xiang An," Ereshkigal added. "What about moving?"
"When Mash releases her Noble Phantasm, I'll use my power as well. Lawrence, you too." Merlin took over from Ereshkigal and looked at Lawrence. "We'll clear a path for Ritsuka."
"I understand." Lawrence nodded seriously. "I'll use my Noble Phantasm at the right moment as well. Ritsuka, go and do it."
Mash looked at the sealed Tiamat, the hand gripping her shield trembling slightly.
Fujimaru Ritsuka noticed Mash's unusual state. He placed a hand on her shoulder and smiled.
"Master."
"Mash, leave it to me."
"We will win."
Trust and determination shone in his eyes, and