After waiting all afternoon, Erza and the others ultimately did not receive support from the Magic Council. It wasn't that they didn't come, but rather that they encountered members of Tartaros on the way, and a clash was currently taking place.
With just one demon, Sera of the Cool Moon Heaven, everyone began to kill each other, and even Natsu was no exception.
Under the erosion of the Magical Barrier Particles, his magic power was completely unable to resist the opponent's Curse. He fought uncontrollably with the people from the Magic Council and has now been taken captive.
The two thousand magic troops sent by the Magic Council were all severely injured and unconscious. If Erza hadn't gone to investigate, no one would have guessed such a thing could happen.
Erza returned to Eclair's small shop and explained the matter to everyone, causing a wave of panic.
They had never encountered such a crisis before; they were truly at a dead end.
Mavis felt it was very tricky. Currently, Erza was the only one in the guild capable of fighting. If the people from Tartaros launched a sneak attack, it would be a total wipeout.
Erza said in a low voice, "Have Zera notify my dad and mom. Only they can resolve this situation."
She knew the two of them were just out traveling and the mission wasn't that urgent. Now, only by bringing them back could they overcome this crisis.
Zera shook her head and said, "I've already tried. Gildarts has been contacted and is on his way back, but I can't sense Acnologia and Irene. They shouldn't be in this space."
"Not in this space?"
Erza's face showed shock: "What happened?"
"The specifics are unknown..."
Zera shook her head: "My magic can contact all members of Fairy Tail, but the limitation is this world. They must have gone to a special place."
Erza's heart raced. Actually, there was another possibility—that something had happened to them. But how was that possible? Those two were already invincible in the world; how could they encounter such a thing?
She knew she absolutely couldn't spread negative emotions at this time; she had to pull herself together!
Suddenly, Erza sensed something. Her expression changed, and her figure instantly dashed out, arriving outside the building.
The blond Jackal appeared, sitting leisurely on an outdoor chair. After seeing Erza, a smile appeared on his face: "You Fairy Tail people are truly unexpected. Even I didn't think you would actively inhale Magical Barrier Particles. How is the situation now?"
In truth, the Fairy Tail members inhaling the Magical Barrier Particles had nearly scared the demons of Tartaros to death. These guys were too reckless! If you all die, what are we supposed to do?
Out of helplessness, Plue Mard Geer sent Jackal out to check on the specific situation.
Erza thought Jackal was there to kill them and immediately Requipped into her Clear Heart Clothing. The demon blade benihana appeared in her hand, her eyes revealing an unprecedented murderous intent.
Her comrades were here waiting for treatment; she couldn't allow any violent impact to occur. She would end the fight in an instant.
"What terrifying killing intent, but don't move. This time, Fairy Tail has lost!"
Jackal slightly raised his hand, and the entire small shop erupted in a blinding golden light: "With just a single thought, you will all be wiped out. Do you think your speed in killing me is faster than my thought?"
Seeing this, Erza felt incredibly nervous, but she remained calm on the surface.
"What exactly do you want?"
Since this demon hadn't acted yet, there must be a chance for negotiation.
Just then, a white light covered Eclair's entire shop, and a man in a black robe stepped in front of Erza.
Both Erza and Jackal were startled. Who was this person? They had never seen him before.
The man in the black robe said respectfully, "Your Highness, I am Seventy, a General of the Dragnof Kingdom, here to assist!"
"I noticed the situation here and have just isolated the building in another space. Now you can proceed without worries."
He had come to the Fiore Kingdom for travel and intended to visit Fairy Tail, but he didn't expect to encounter this, so he chose to intervene.
Erza was slightly stunned: "General Seventy?"
She hadn't seen him at the last banquet; he seemed to have been out on missions. His appearance now was truly timely.
She said gratefully, "Thank you so much!"
Since that was the case, she was no longer afraid.
"No need for thanks, Your Highness. I have already notified His Majesty Number 1, and the Kingdom has sent several Generals."
Seventy knew the power of Tartaros and continued, "We only need to stall for ten minutes. As soon as negotiations with the Fiore Kingdom are completed, they can teleport here immediately."
If a country's main force enters another country's territory without notice, it is considered an act of war. Although Number 1 and the others were anxious, they had to follow the protocol.
Of course, if the protocol didn't go through, they would break in by force. Compared to Her Highness's safety, even going to war with the Fiore Kingdom was secondary.
Erza was moved. The Dragnof Kingdom was also her family; further thanks would seem distant.
She looked at Jackal, her eyes revealing murderous intent once more: "Your tricks end here!"
Jackal shook his head and smiled: "You Fairy Tail people really have a wide circle of friends. How about playing a game?"
He took out a small black bottle, holding it between two fingers and shaking it gently: "This is the antidote for the Magical Barrier Particles."
Erza frowned: "A game? What tricks are you trying to play now?"
Her eyes were fixed on the small black bottle. Regardless of whether it worked, she had to get it.
Jackal smiled and said, "Fairy Tail is very strong; you defeated Oración Seis and Grimoire Heart. Aside from the mission to capture Natsu and Mavis, we in Tartaros also want to have a fair fight with you."
"Because of the Magical Barrier Particles, you wouldn't be satisfied even if you lost. How about this: defeat me, and I'll give you the antidote."
In truth, he couldn't think of a better excuse. He had to give them the antidote without letting them see any flaws. Wasn't this making things difficult for him? To think that as a demon, he would actually have a day where he had to use his brain.
Erza was somewhat puzzled. Were these demons crazy? They already had the upper hand, yet they were pulling this stuff.
"Does a Dark Guild also seek fairness?"
However, this was better. Since Tartaros was giving her an opportunity, she definitely wouldn't let it go.
Seventy said cautiously, "Be careful, Your Highness. There might be a conspiracy."
Erza shook her head: "Seventy, just watch from the side. Since the demons of Tartaros want to fight, I'll fight them."
She was known as Titania. Although she usually didn't care about it, today she would live up to that title.
Seventy heard the determination in Her Highness's voice and said no more, slowly backing away to the side.
Fairness didn't exist at all. As long as Her Highness was in danger, he would act immediately.
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