The natives watched that army charging toward Darian and, without hesitation, raised their weapons. But...
"Stay where you are," the voice of the Ice Phoenix echoed, making all of them freeze instantly.
They had absolutely no chance against those elite demons. Before, Woldi's alliance had way less power on average, and the natives had double the numbers they had now. Sure, they could throw themselves into a suicide fight to buy time... but the two Phoenixes realized that wouldn't be needed.
Niara scoffed. She still had about a third of her power left.
"Go finish them, little sister," she murmured, staying perfectly still.
Suddenly, the sound of something massive sprinting echoed in the distance.
A distant screech, completely frenzied, shook the whole field. It was... a Paradise Bird, almost completely plucked, charging fast toward them.
"Woldi?!"
