The demon king and a thousand blades.

Pant*

Pant"

Pant*

Saber was kneeling, using her blade for support as she struggled to stay conscious. Her exhaustion was evident in her laboured breathing.

Nearby, Jess and Rio were on the ground, severely injured and incapacitated. Their condition was critical.

The demon king Ramiras looked down on them from his elevated throne, his presence dominating the scene.

Saber's thoughts revealed the gruelling nature of their fight:

'How long have I been fighting?... I really can't tell. My limbs have gotten numb, I can barely grab the hilt of my blade.'

Her fingers were numb, and there was blood on her blade, indicating the intensity of the battle she had endured.

The demon king Ramiras gazed down at Saber from his throne, his voice carrying a mix of disdain and grudging respect: