Sky Striker Ace, but Symphogear

The black-clad girl paid no attention to the conversation among the people before her.

She merely sensed things in silence, confirming that her master had no need of her at present.

Then, on her own, she drove her true form—the Crimson Sky Striker—into the floor. Immediately afterward, she hugged her knees and crouched behind the upright Sky Striker.

Thus, without dispelling this state or taking the initiative to attack again, she calmly kept her eyes fixed in Raye's direction and said nothing.

As for her actions, S.O.N.G. did not have much to say. For now, their main objectives were investigating Raye's past and seeking a possible dialogue.

The mental space.

"Are you all right, Hibiki?"

Kohinata Miku looked worriedly at Hibiki Tachibana, who was weakly sprawled on the ground.

Ever since they had escaped the Fire City Ruins, Hibiki Tachibana had collapsed onto the ground in weakness, as if her strings had been cut. Her entire spirit had become extremely listless.

"This must be the weakness and pain after battle that Elfnein mentioned."

Seeing Hibiki Tachibana lying on the ground, trembling so badly that she could barely open her eyes and had to be supported, Chris realized the reason.

"In this state, Miss Hibiki will have trouble even moving normally, let alone fighting. We need to let her rest as much as possible."

Looking at Hibiki Tachibana lying on the ground, Tsukuyomi Shirabe realized a fact.

If Hibiki Tachibana, the strongest in both willpower and strength among them, could not endure the weakness after battle, then the others probably would not fare much better.

"But thanks to Miss Hibiki, we more or less understand what fighting in this place feels like. Let me and Shirabe take the next turn, Death."

Akatsuki Kirika patted her chest and volunteered.

"No. Going