Final Gambit!

Lily was falling, bracing for the worst. 

She shut her eyes tight, waiting for the impact that would end her fight. 

But instead of hitting the ground, she felt herself sliding smoothly.

Confused, she opened her eyes and saw a gleaming ice slide beneath her, guiding her gently to safety.

Standing at the base of the slide was Xerox, his calm expression barely hiding the effort he'd put into saving her.

"Lily, are you okay?" 

he asked, his voice steady.

Lily stared at him in shock. 

"Xerox?" 

She looked around and realized what had happened. 

He had created the slide to save her.

Her dress was torn, and her hair was a mess, but she quickly stood up, her face red with embarrassment. 

"Thank you, Xerox. I thought I was done for."

Xerox nodded and tossed her a small potion. 

"Drink this. Heal up. The fight's far from over."