Bloody Battlefield

"They are moving!" the general yelled, rousing all the soldiers and adventurers stationed at the city's gate. The demonic army, which had been motionless for some time, observing Lemoria from a distance, had finally made its move.

"Emma, you need to go," Ingram said, placing his hands on Emma's shoulders. She meant everything to him - family. There was no way he would allow her to remain in such a perilous place.

"But..." Emma tried to speak, but Ingram cut her off. "No 'buts.' Please, go!"

Emma could see the earnestness in Ingram's eyes, the genuine concern he held for her. "Take care, Grandpa," she said, embracing him, and then turning to Damian. "You too!"

With that, she left the gate and headed towards the rear section of the city, where the tunnels were located. Many other civilians who lacked the power to join the fight were doing the same.