"They are moving!" the general yelled, rousing all the soldiers and adventurers stationed at the city's gate. The demonic army, which had been motionless for some time, observing Lemoria from a distance, had finally made its move.
"Emma, you need to go," Ingram said, placing his hands on Emma's shoulders. She meant everything to him - family. There was no way he would allow her to remain in such a perilous place.
"But..." Emma tried to speak, but Ingram cut her off. "No 'buts.' Please, go!"
Emma could see the earnestness in Ingram's eyes, the genuine concern he held for her. "Take care, Grandpa," she said, embracing him, and then turning to Damian. "You too!"
With that, she left the gate and headed towards the rear section of the city, where the tunnels were located. Many other civilians who lacked the power to join the fight were doing the same.
Damian stayed behind, positioned at the gate, readying himself to confront the demonic army. Ingram stood before them, his gaze fixed on the approaching demons. "Archers, prepare! Everyone, let's fight for the people! Let's fight for Lemoria! Let's fight for humankind!"
In unison, they roared alongside him, exhibiting restraint as they waited near the city walls, capitalizing on their advantageous position. Soon, the clash between humans and various demons and monsters erupted.
While Damian observed the chaotic scene, contemplating whether to join the fray or wait, someone approached him from behind. It was a stunning blond elf, someone Damian knew all too well.
"Siora! You're here," Damian exclaimed, embracing her tightly. Though he desired to kiss her right then and there, he refrained. Their relationship was somewhat complicated.
The other elves accompanying Siora recognized Damian and came forth to greet him. "Look, Damian is friends with the elves too! How can that be? They usually don't welcome outsiders," one of the guards remarked.
"Are you joining the fight?" Damian asked.
"Not fighting, but healing. We elves excel at it," Siora replied, adding, "I must go. We can meet after the battle."
This was not the time for such matters. Humans and demons were already locked in combat outside, and they needed to provide assistance.
Damian made his way to the city gate, only to find that Ingram was no longer there. He must have gone to find Miller to join the fight.
The demons engaged in battle with the humans were mostly brawny, towering creatures with gray skin resembling orcs. Although Lemoria's army boasted greater numbers, the demons held the advantage in overall strength. Moreover, the higher-ranking demons possessed the power to obliterate weaker guards and adventurers as though they were nothing.
"Should I focus on fighting the weaker demons or search for Miller?" Damian pondered.
He decided to engage the weaker demons. Siora and the other elves were already there, as were Aurora, Magnus, and Raikono. Damian aimed to ensure that the human army gained the upper hand in the conflict.
Hovering above the battlefield, Damian brandished a special sword he had enchanted himself. It wasn't a weapon made of the finest materials; it was one of the swords he sold in his shop.
It was temporary. His time was solely devoted to becoming stronger, and when he enchanted items, it was for profit rather than personal use.
Nonetheless, the enchanted sword surpassed one created solely by slimes, yet Damian knew he could still utilize the slimes to make it even more formidable.
Damian encased the sword with his slime ring, transforming it into a black blade imbued with an ice enchantment. With one swing, a blizzard flew across the battlefield, causing great damage to the demons, who were weak to ice! They yelled and soon Damian became the focus, the target they had to kill, but how? It wasn't easy to catch a flying person, and the demons couldn't do it.
That until a winged-demon showed up! It was just like the one Damian faced at that time, but way more powerful considering that one was the weakest among them.
"I am your opponent now," the demon said.
As the winged demon positioned itself in the air, Damian prepared for the intense clash that awaited him. He tightened his grip on his enchanted sword, his determination unwavering. The battlefield around them faded into the background as their eyes locked, both recognizing the formidable adversary before them.
With a powerful beat of its wings, the winged demon lunged towards Damian, unleashing a barrage of razor-sharp feathers. Damian deftly maneuvered through the onslaught, evading the deadly projectiles with agile movements. His sword danced through the air, parrying the demon's relentless attacks.
As their blades clashed, sparks erupted, and the ground beneath them trembled. The winged demon's strength was evident, each strike carrying an incredible force. Damian pushed back with all his might, channeling his determination and skill into each swing. He knew he had to find a way to overcome this formidable foe.
The winged demon's eyes glowed with a sinister crimson light, and its movements became more erratic. Unleashing a barrage of dark energy bolts, it sought to break through Damian's defenses. But Damian stood firm, using his agility and honed reflexes to dodge the onslaught.
In a moment of opportunity, Damian launched himself into the air with graceful speed. He soared above the winged demon, swiftly descending upon it from above. With a powerful downward strike, he aimed to cleave through its defenses.
However, the winged demon was no ordinary adversary. It countered Damian's attack with an incredible display of aerial acrobatics. Dodging Damian's strike, it retaliated with a series of lightning-fast slashes, forcing Damian to maneuver defensively.
Their battle continued with relentless ferocity, the clash of their blades echoing throughout the battlefield. Damian's determination grew with each passing moment, fueling his resolve to triumph over this formidable opponent. He tapped into his inner strength, pushing himself beyond his limits.
Using his agility and quick thinking, Damian feigned a retreat, drawing the winged demon closer. As the demon pursued him with increased speed, Damian swiftly changed his trajectory, executing a mid-air spin. With precision and force, he unleashed a powerful strike aimed at the demon's vulnerable flank.
The enchanted sword sliced through the air, finding its mark. A surge of energy emanated from the blade as it connected with the demon's body. A howl of agony pierced the air as the winged demon staggered, momentarily weakened by the devastating blow.
Seizing the opportunity, Damian pressed his advantage. He unleashed a flurry of attacks, striking with precision and ferocity. Each strike chipped away at the demon's defenses, driving it closer to the brink of defeat.
With a final, decisive blow, Damian delivered a powerful strike that pierced through the winged demon's heart. As the demon let out a guttural cry, its body convulsed and dissipated into dark wisps of smoke, vanishing from existence.
Damian stood amidst the aftermath of the battle, his chest heaving with exertion. The sounds of the ongoing conflict surrounded him, but his focus remained unwavering. He knew there was still much to be done, more demons to face, and the fate of Lemoria hung in the balance.
With renewed determination, Damian sheathed his sword and left. He took to the skies, ready to join the ongoing battle and lend his strength to the defense of his homeland. As he soared above the battlefield, he carried with him the memory of his hard-fought victory, knowing that his triumph over the winged demon was just the beginning of the arduous path that lay ahead.
As Damian descended from the skies, he turned his attention to the ongoing battle between the human forces and the remaining weak demons. Though outnumbered, the humans fought valiantly, their determination unwavering. Damian joined their ranks, his presence bolstering their morale.
With his enhanced strength and agility, Damian swiftly dispatched the weaker demons, his enchanted sword cleaving through their ranks. His movements were a blur as he moved with unmatched speed, weaving through the chaos of battle. The humans fighting alongside him found renewed hope, inspired by Damian's skill and bravery.
Amidst the fierce clash, Damian's senses honed in on a disturbance further away from the battlefield. He sensed the immense magical power resonating from a secluded area, drawing him like a magnet. Without hesitation, Damian veered away from the ongoing battle, guided by an unknown force.
Entering a hidden grove, Damian found himself in the presence of the ruler of Lemoria, Ingram, a powerful mage known for his mastery of arcane arts. The air crackled with raw energy as Damian arrived, interrupting the intense duel between Ingram and Miller.
Their battle unfolded in a dance of elemental forces. Ingram conjured arcs of lightning, striking Miller with precision and ferocity. The demon retaliated with bursts of shadowy energy, attempting to engulf the mage in darkness. Their powers clashed, shaking the very foundation of the grove.
As Damian observed the fierce engagement, he realized the true extent of Ingram's magical prowess. The ruler of Lemoria stood tall, his eyes filled with determination and a deep sense of responsibility for his people. Damian felt a surge of respect and admiration for the mage who tirelessly fought to protect their land.
Sensing Damian's arrival, Ingram spared a quick glance, a nod passing between them. The unspoken agreement was clear — they would fight together to overcome this formidable adversary.
This 𝓬ontent is taken from fre𝒆webnove(l).𝐜𝐨𝗺