God From the Machine - II

The ferocious firepower shattered and expanded the pit created by Evora, destroying much of the imperial palace complex at the highest point of the City of Celestia. 

Yet, upon closer inspection, it was clear that the targeted entity… had not been hit at all. 

The beams of destruction were deflected by the distortion field surrounding her.

"It seems you were well-prepared, Ansel."

Ephesande, floating slowly towards the steel demon god, raised her hand expressionlessly.

"Such a… restless child."

The iron-glowing demon god began to deform and twist under the pressure of her closing fingers, as an invisible force of pure "strength" attempted to crush the machine into dust!

"Damage rate at seventeen percent, twenty percent..."

Ravenna, no longer wearing glasses, had a glimmer in her eyes. Despite the dire situation, she remained unshaken and calmly said, "Initiate the second contingency plan."