I could not explain how I felt. Holding the glowing Angelic sword, it seemed that something had taken over me. The crippling fear that dominated my body was gone, replaced by a tremendous sense of righteousness and courage. The searing light coming from Raphael’s blade burned blindingly bright. It lit the land as though the Second Ring of Hell was exposed under the afternoon sun. Underneath the whirring sound coming from the Heavenly sword, I could hear the notorious screeching of the Greater Nahash Demons. It was as though the light riled them up, driving them into a frantic rage.
The dazzling blaze turned into a subtle glow, but the power from the weapon still poured in waves. I drew the sword to my side, tip forward, and bent my knees slightly. The shrilling of the serpent demons conti
