"How dare you, lowly demon, touch my sister!?"
Eliza froze in shock. She turned to her right and saw her sister, Elina, standing firm as she blocked the demon's claw.
"Sister Elina?" Eliza cried, relief washing over her.
Elina poured all her strength into a single swing of her sword, sending the demon hurtling backward.
She quickly checked on her younger sister and exhaled in relief when she saw her unharmed.
"Thank goodness you're safe," she murmured, gently stroking Eliza's head. "There's no time to waste. Now, go!"
Eliza didn't hesitate. She nodded firmly, grabbed Masha and Alicia, and dashed toward the exit without a second thought.
"Argh…" The demon groaned, its gaze fixed on Elina with unnerving intensity.
Elina shivered under its gaze. The demon's eyes were disturbingly creepy, yet she felt no fear.
With a determined thrust, she brought her sword forward and took a fighting stance.
Whoosh!
