As the dust settled, Axel stood amidst the aftermath of the battle, his body weary but his spirit unbroken. The liberation troops celebrated their hard-fought victory, their faces adorned with exhaustion and triumph. The city had been defended, and the demon horde had been repelled.

Axel approached Luna, placing a hand on her shoulder. "You did an incredible job, Luna. Your barrier was instrumental in our success today. You've grown into a formidable force."

Luna smiled, a sense of pride evident in her eyes. "Thank you, Axel. I'm grateful for the opportunity to contribute and protect everyone."

Together, they rejoined the celebrations, joining our comrades in revelry and reflection. The battle had been won, but the war against the demon forces was far from over. As they looked ahead, they knew that more challenges awaited us. But with our unity, determination, and the bond forged through countless trials, they were ready to face whatever lay ahead.

As Axel unleashed his full power,