The monstrous voice entered every mind at once, causing several Valkyries to grasp their heads and scream while others froze in the air. Their wings locked as Leviathan's voice almost seemed to crush their minds.
Despite remaining bent above the sea, it didn't take any action.
Its elongated arms touched the surface while the dark purple eyes across its wings stared at Asmodeus.
Velvet's heart ached.
Painful thumps continuously beat as she clenched her teeth, resisting the beast's pressure.
"Move!"
Her roar broke the paralysis affecting the closest Valkyries.
She beat her wings with all her remaining strength, climbing towards the fortress while holding Asmodeus against her chest. His blood soaked through the cracks in her armour, warm against her skin despite the cold rain.
'Please wake up.'
Behind her, the ocean vanished before curling and rising to a massive wave behind Leviathan, who pushed away from the water.
