The serene outdoor atmosphere enveloped Hina and her classmates as they gathered for their magic training session. The gentle breeze carried the scent of fresh dew and blooming flowers, adding to the tranquil ambiance of the morning.
With the exam looming ahead, Hina took it upon herself to mentor her peers in mastering their elemental magic. Her voice was calm yet authoritative as she guided them through the intricacies of channeling their powers.
As she spoke, her classmates listened intently, their eyes filled with admiration and respect for Princess Hina, who had mastered the art of lightning magic.
Suddenly, the tranquility was shattered by the system's urgent warning. Hina's heart raced as she absorbed the gravity of the situation. Without hesitation, she sprang into action, calling upon her magic to create a barrier – the ultimate meteor shield.
The students watched in awe as Hina summoned her power, their applause echoing through the outdoor classroom. Their admiration was palpable as they marveled at her incredible display of strength and skill.
But amidst the applause, panic began to spread as the unknown entity hurtled towards them with alarming speed. Hina's voice trembled slightly as she urged her classmates to evacuate, her concern evident in her eyes.
The teacher, Hiku, looked on with a mixture of awe and concern as he realized the severity of the situation. Hina's determination to protect her classmates at all costs tugged at his heartstrings, even as he pleaded with her to flee to safety.
But Hina remained resolute, a bittersweet smile playing at her lips as she faced the impending danger. Behind her brave facade, a wave of sadness washed over her, knowing the risks she was taking to save her friends.
As Hina's barrier held strong against the berserker's assault, the impact of the collision sent shockwaves rippling through the surrounding landscape. The force was so immense that nearby mountains trembled and quaked, their very foundations shaken to the core. With a deafening roar, one of the nearby mountains crumbled, its mighty peaks collapsing into a heap of rubble and dust.
Fortunately, the mountain was uninhabited, spared from the devastation that had befallen it. But the sight of its destruction served as a stark reminder of the sheer power unleashed during the confrontation between Hina and the berserker.
Meanwhile, within the barrier, the unknown object hurtled towards them, its speed and trajectory undeterred by Hina's defenses. The meteor shield, strained beyond its limits, began to crack and splinter, its once-impenetrable surface now weakened and vulnerable.
As the berserker crashed against the barrier with an earth-shattering impact, Hina felt the shockwave reverberate through her entire being. The force of the collision was like nothing she had ever experienced, threatening to tear her barrier apart and unleash chaos upon the academy grounds.
But still, she held on, her will unyielding as she poured every ounce of her strength into reinforcing the barrier. The students and faculty watched in awe and trepidation as the barrier quivered and groaned under the berserker's relentless assault.
Amidst the chaos, the berserker's laughter rang out, mocking Hina's efforts to protect her comrades. With a sinister grin, he taunted her, proclaiming his superiority and his master's insidious plans to vanquish them all.
As the students and faculty hurriedly evacuated the academy grounds, Hina remained steadfast, her focus solely on maintaining the crumbling barrier that stood between them and the berserker's wrath. With each passing moment, the strain on her body became more apparent, beads of sweat glistening on her brow as she struggled to hold the shield together.
Beside her, Hiku stood resolute, unwilling to leave Hina's side even as the danger loomed ever closer. With a heavy heart, he watched as Hina fought valiantly against the berserker's relentless onslaught, his own sense of helplessness gnawing at him.
But Hina's determination was unwavering, her voice ringing out with urgency as she urged the remaining teachers and staff to flee to safety. Despite her fatigue and the trickle of blood seeping from a wound, she refused to yield, her commitment to protecting her friends and comrades driving her forward.
With one last glance at Hiku, Hina nodded solemnly, silently conveying her assurance that she would do whatever it took to survive. And as the last of the academy's inhabitants vanished through the warp portal to safety, Hiku felt a pang of sadness knowing that he was leaving Hina behind to face the danger alone.
But there was no time for sentimentality as the berserker continued his relentless assault on the barrier, his thorny chains tearing at the weakened shield with savage ferocity. Each blow sent shockwaves rippling through the ground, a testament to the sheer power of their adversary.
Through gritted teeth, Hina fought on, her every muscle straining against the overwhelming force bearing down upon her. With each passing second, her strength waned, her breaths coming in ragged gasps as she battled to maintain her grip on the barrier.
But even as her body cried out for respite, Hina refused to give in, her determination burning bright within her. For she knew that failure was not an option, not when the lives of her friends and fellow students hung in the balance.
Hina's senses began to dull, her limbs heavy and unresponsive as if weighed down by an invisible force. A cold numbness crept over her, spreading from her fingertips to the rest of her body, as if her very essence was slowly slipping away.
The system's warning pierced through the haze of exhaustion, its voice echoing in her mind like a distant echo. "You're in a critical condition to fight," it cautioned, its words a stark reminder of the perilous state she was in.
Despite the urgency of the situation, Hina found herself unable to summon the strength to respond. Her vision blurred, the world around her fading into shadowy obscurity as her consciousness teetered on the brink of oblivion.
With a trembling hand, she reached out for support, grasping at the empty air as if searching for something to anchor her faltering resolve. But her efforts were in vain, her strength ebbing away with each passing moment.
Desperation clawed at her, urging her to fight against the encroaching darkness, but her body refused to obey. She was trapped in a limbo between consciousness and unconsciousness, suspended in a void of uncertainty.
In that moment of vulnerability, Hina felt a surge of fear grip her heart, the realization dawning upon her that she may not have the strength to endure much longer. But even in the face of such dire circumstances, a flicker of determination burned within her, a stubborn refusal to succumb to defeat.
As Hina's consciousness teetered on the edge of darkness, a radiant figure materialized before her, its presence imbued with a sense of divine power. With eyes filled with warmth and compassion, Celestia, the embodiment of Hina's mother, reached out to her child with open arms.
"My child, you shall not suffer anymore," Celestia's voice echoed in Hina's mind, a soothing melody that banished the shadows of despair. In that moment, Hina felt a surge of energy coursing through her, a newfound strength that defied the limits of her physical form.
With Celestia's divine blessing, Hina's spirit soared, her determination reignited with a fierce intensity. In a blaze of radiant light, she rose to her feet, her eyes ablaze with determination as she faced the berserker with unwavering resolve.
The system's voice broke through the tumultuous chaos, its tone filled with reverence for the celestial intervention. "Notice, Celestia's gift has reached," it proclaimed, acknowledging the miraculous blessing bestowed upon Hina by her mother's divine presence.
With her mother's love enveloping her, Hina stood tall, her entire being aglow with celestial energy. In that moment, she felt invincible, fortified by the unyielding bond between mother and child, transcending the mortal limitations that once bound her.
As the berserker sneered in disbelief at Hina's sudden resurgence, she met his gaze with steely determination, her resolve unshakable despite the odds stacked against her. With Celestia's blessing, she knew that she possessed the strength to face whatever challenges lay ahead.
In a defiant gesture of defiance, Hina squared her shoulders, ready to confront the berserker head-on. With every fiber of her being aflame with determination, she braced herself for the inevitable clash, knowing that she fought not just for herself, but for the safety and well-being of all those she held dear.
And as she prepared to face her adversary, a sense of profound gratitude swelled within her heart, for she knew that she was never truly alone. With Celestia watching over her, she drew upon the boundless strength of a mother's love, ready to unleash her full potential in the face of adversity.
*To be continue *