On the 10th floor, as Roy battled the guardian, he couldn't help but acknowledge the immense challenge. He thought to himself, "Even my domain isn't sufficient to keep pace with this formidable opponent. His dark magic distorts space and entraps light – certainly not an ideal match for my star magic." Determined to press on, Roy commanded, "Circle," causing his stars to encircle the guardian. He then exclaimed, "Now, Star Magic Conjunction," as his stars released beams of light. Despite his efforts, Roy's "Star Magic Partizan Slash" proved ineffective against the guardian.
Simultaneously, on the 9th floor, Lumos engaged in a battle with Hell, recognizing their equal strength but realizing that the current approach would not lead to victory. His magical reserves were dwindling. In the recovery tower, Lucifer said, "M It's been 15 long years, and Licht and I have risen to the rank of captains. Even Iris has become a vice captain. When will you return to us? We all miss you." He continued, "I don't know why, but talking to you like this always brings a smile to my face. It seems the time for the battle to resume is approaching. I'll be here, waiting for you, and this time, we'll truly understand each other. Regardless of how much time passes, my love for you remains steadfast."
Licht entered the room, commenting, "Yo, Lucifer, it seems you still converse with her." Lucifer replied, "Shut up." Licht swiftly shifted the conversation, "Okay, sorry. The battle on Vah Medow has commenced, but the dungeon mission isn't going smoothly. Iris has requested backup." Lucifer agreed, "Alright, I'll see what I can do. So, want to grab a drink?" Licht accepted, "Yeah, let's go." They headed to CoreFury HQ.
Although Roy and Lumos faced formidable foes and appeared to be struggling, Iris questioned Aoi about their readiness for an attack. Aoi confirmed, "Yes, ma'am, I've healed myself sufficiently." As Lumos contemplated his dwindling mana, Hell questioned him about it. Lumos replied with determination, "Even if my mana runs out, I won't give up – not now, not ever." Aoi unleashed "Enhancement Rune Blade Magic: Tempest of Blades Full Burst," and Lumos stepped in to shield Hell, bearing the full brunt of the attack. Hell, perplexed, asked, "Why did you take that attack for me?" Lumos, driven by his sense of duty, answered, "I'm a doctor; I can't allow someone to die in front of me." Touched by this act of kindness, Hell shed a tear. Lumos seized the opportunity, employing his "Radiance Magic: Holy Relic Eyes of Medusa turn to stone madusa turn to stone hell" and turns Hell to stone. He used his spirit form to gently lower them both to the ground and initiated healing with "Radiance Magic: Gentle Light." Iris asked about Lumos's well-being, to which he responded, "I'm fine." Iris enhanced his healing magic with "Mirror Magic: Refractive Light," significantly increasing its effectiveness. They shared a moment of triumph, and Lumos remarked, "We did it. Now, let's continue healing, and once Aoi and I are ready, we'll head to the 10th floor." Iris understood, saying, "I get it," and they focused on their healing efforts.
Back on the 10th floor, during Roy's confrontation with the guardian, the guardian questioned Roy's restraint despite his mastery of magic. Roy retorted, "Shut up," and unleashed his "Star Magic: Celestial Partizan," summoning an additional partizan and charging headlong towards the guardian.