However, whether it was because Lynn left it open or the extraordinary effectiveness of the Endless Ice Seal in the natural environment of the Snowy Mountains, the first batch of retreating Demon Race members collided and instantly turned into ice sculptures, not only losing their lives but also blocking the way.
Some who were skeptical or pushed to the brink attempted to leap skyward, but even airborne they were frozen solid and fell, crashing into the chaos below.
"There's no way to escape!"
"Where is Demon God, our lord? Demon God, please grant us the power to overcome the enemy!"
Encircled on three sides, with one facing absolute death, the Demon Race deserters began to collapse emotionally on a large scale. In the past, they were the ones forcing other armies or civilians into such desperation. How was it their turn to experience this firsthand today?
"You aren't without a path; there's still this one-way road."
