A deep, resonant chime, like that of a massive bell, echoed from the Aegis of Faith. Then, the golden barrier shattered into shimmering fragments.

Sheena coughed up another mouthful of blood, yet the light in her eyes did not dim. Instead, it burned even brighter.

The invincible sword energy finally dissipated into the air like faint smoke, and with it, all of Sheena's defenses collapsed completely.

Yet, from the ashes, a phoenix rose!

For the first time since the fierce battle began,