Retreat In Defeat. (Pt.4)

Lucian's boots trudge into the snow at high speed. Ahead of him are Frida, Lilith, Layla, and Siegfried carrying Talia. 

"Clip-clop! Clip-clop!"

Lucian turns his head as a horseman swiftly approaches Lucian's family. His sword is positioned high for a slash. Two more Cevan Soldiers are a few meters behind, their eyes fixed on Lucian.

'They'll kill my family if I don't stop them here.' 

"Sst!"

Lucian draws his blade while his feet skid to a stop as he turns to face the enemies. The system activates his Demonic Instinct.

Lightning crackles through Lucian's body.

'My mana isn't drained anymore. I can fight at full strength.'

Iris stops at his side, baring her fangs to their enemies.

"GO! PROTECT!" Lucian shouts at her, pointing to his family.

Iris gives him a look of dismay before bounding off after his family.

"Voom!"