Chapter 130

Ava's Pov

Even I was shocked when I unleashed my magic and it exploded like a tempest. I had never felt such strength flow through me, but I knew I had to protect my realm and my people with it.

I felt like my strength had a mind of its own while I fought Lucifer and his army. I summoned gusts of wind to fall his men and walls of flame to thwart their assaults. I was driven by a fierce feeling of purpose, and my magic followed my every word.

Lucifer was taken aback by my actions and his eyes grew wide. I knew I had to watch out for glimpses of the friend he used to be. That was his devotion—not to me or to our empire, but to his father.

The conflict persisted, pitting Lucifer's might and cunning against my sorcery. However, I refused to quit up. I unleashed my final, most powerful magical blast, sending Lucifer hurtling across the battlefield. He fell heavily to the ground, stunned and defeated.

I stood over him, feeling a range of emotions, my chest heaving with fatigue. "Lucifer, y