People across the battlefield heard Alex's powerful declaration, their heads turning towards the source of the booming voice. Many were confused, unfamiliar with the title "God of Grinding." However, Alex's friends instantly recognized their leader's call.
Yunus, Rhino, Duny, and Farah, locked in a desperate struggle against Dante, jolted at the sound of Alex's voice.
"Alex!?" they all exclaimed simultaneously, their faces a mixture of surprise and hope.
Dante, who had just received a power boost from the Demon King, straightened up, his purple hair growing longer and wilder as the wind whipped it around him. "Hmm... the God of Grinding?" he mused, a cruel smirk spreading across his face.
Back on the eastern front, Alex had finally reached Akiko's location. The surrounding demons had been cleared, leaving only the unconscious samurai and her faithful guardian.
Alex leaned closer to Akiko, his brow furrowed with concern.
