The air exploded behind Erza as she accelerated again, forcing her body closer and closer to its maximum speed.
Ahead of her, the demonic army had already formed several layers across the sky. Hundreds of winged demons hovered between her and Yuno City, weapons raised and bodies packed tightly together. They could feel the overwhelming pressure rushing toward them, and they had already seen what kind of monster was approaching.
Yet none of them fled.
Fear was visible on many of their faces, but their formation remained intact. They had received a direct order from the Demon King, and whether they survived no longer mattered.
"Stop her!"
"By order of the Demon King, don't let her pass!"
The first formation immediately charged.
Dozens of demons lowered their spears simultaneously before launching themselves toward Erza. Their bat-like wings beat violently as they accelerated, spearheads filling the air in front of her until the entire formation resembled a wall of blades.
