After their meal, they found a small resting spot near the remains of the festival grounds. The once-lively town was now eerily silent, but the air was calm.
Safari leaned against a rock, arms crossed. Zack rested with his back against a tree, while Jen cleaned up the remnants of the meal.
Ian tried to capture a few scenic shots with his camera, despite his bruises.
Angeleva, though drained from her attacks, quietly focused to restore her energy.
Olive sat close to Ian, her arms crossed as she glanced at him.
Olive:
"You know, I never thought I'd survive all this. But I guess... I'm glad we did."
Ian gave her a teasing grin.
Ian:
"And you even gave me a kiss! Not the worst memory, right?"
Olive's face turned red.
Olive:
"Shut up! I did it to fulfill a dying man's last wish!"
The group laughed once more, cherishing the sense of peace they had earned.
Safari (determined):
"We'll keep moving forward. There are still demons out there, and we're not stopping until they're gone."
The Safari Family nodded in agreement, standing together, their resolve firm.
After a few more minutes...
Safari and Angeleva recalled Jayden's words, knowing that if they didn't confront the Mayor, more innocent lives would be lost.
Safari:
"It won't be easy. The whole town's against us, and those demons disguised as people will fight to stop us."
He clenched his fists, his concern evident.
Safari:
"I'm not sure I can protect you all on my own."
But before the doubt could settle, Angeleva stepped forward.
Angeleva (calmly):
"That's why we stick together. I'll guard the rear. No attack will get past me."
Her unwavering confidence gave everyone reassurance.
Olive nodded, resting a hand on Ian's shoulder.
Olive:
"We're not running away. We've come this far. We finish it together."
Zack held onto Jen's hand, his eyes sparkling with trust.
Zack:
"With Big Bro and Big Sis protecting us, we'll be okay. Right, Jen?"
Jen (smiling warmly):
"Of course. We're a family. We've got each other's backs."
Safari's doubts faded feeling their confidence.
Safari and Angeleva transformed.
_ _ _
With Safari leading the charge and Angeleva guarding the rear, they moved swiftly through the ruined festival grounds.
The virus-infected townspeople swarmed them from all sides as they noticed them.
Safari's Devil Hammer swung fiercely, each blow shattering their twisted forms. He used Devil Hammer Shock and Devil Hammer Strike alternately. The sheer force of his attacks sent shockwaves through the streets.
Safari (gritting his teeth):
"Out of our way!"
Meanwhile, at the back, Angeleva's Fairy Wand gleamed with light. Every blast of her Fairy Beam and swift tosses of Fairy Daggers protected the family from incoming attacks.
Angeleva:
"Not one step closer!"
Despite the chaos, there was a strange warmth in the air.
Ian, despite his injuries, clung comfortably to Olive, using every spare moment to snap photos of the battle.
Ian (grinning weakly):
"The universe needs to see this. Safari big bro and Angeleva big sis - the unstoppable duo!"
Olive rolled her eyes but allowed him to lean on her, the faintest hint of a smile tugging at her lips.
Olive:
"You're impossible. But I guess it's not so bad having a cameraman who's also an idiot."
Zack, holding Jen's hand tightly, felt an overwhelming sense of security. The fierce strength of Safari and the graceful protection of Angeleva gave him courage.
Zack:
"Big Bro and Big Sis are amazing! I will give my best for them!"
Jen (smiling):
"You will, Zack. And when that day comes, we'll all stand together like a strong family."
_ _ _
Safari charged forward, his Devil Hammer crashing through the horde of demons.
Each swing sent shockwaves, splintering the twisted bodies of the virus-infected townspeople. His attacks were relentless - a furious storm of Devil Hammer Slice and Devil Shock, scattering enemies like broken debris.
From the rear, Angeleva stood firm. Her Fairy Wand glowed with radiant light as she unleashed bursts of Fairy Beam and swift Fairy Daggers, ensuring no demon reached the family. Her sharp eyes missed nothing, intercepting threats with pinpoint accuracy.
Angeleva (firmly):
"Safari, keep going! I've got the back covered!"
Safari nodded, pushing forward with renewed determination.
In the middle, the family moved as one - a small but resilient unit. Zack, though exhausted, poured golden healing light over Safari and Angeleva whenever their energy faltered from the draining effect of the demons.
But each time his hands trembled from overuse, Jen was there. She reached into her bag, pulling out her carefully prepared cookies, their warmth radiating comfort.
Jen (softly):
"Here, Zack. Just a few bites. You're doing great."
Zack nibbled on a cookie, his strength slowly returning. Despite his fatigue, he flashed her a grateful smile.
Zack:
"Thanks, Jen. I'll keep going."
Olive wasn't idle either. Her blaster hummed as she carefully aimed, shooting demons from a distance. Her bullets weren't fatal to the virus monsters, but they staggered and slowed them enough for Safari or Angeleva to finish them off.
She held her ground, steeling her nerves. Every time a demon approached too close, she fired without hesitation. The memory of Ian's near-death fueled her resolve.
Olive (determined):
"Not this time."
Then there was Ian, comfortably in the heart of it all, holding his trusty camera.
Ian:
"And here we have Big Bro Safari, mowing through the crowd like a one-man wrecking ball! Every swing's a masterpiece of destruction!"
He dramatically zoomed in on Angeleva, her glowing form radiating strength.
Ian:
"And the Fairy Queen herself! Oof, that Fairy Radiance just vaporized an entire row of demons! No mercy from Big Sis Angeleva!"
He swiveled his camera toward Olive, capturing her stoic resolve.
Ian:
"And my personal guardian angel! Olive's sharp shooting is as precise as ever! Truly an inspiration to all trigger-happy heroes!"
Olive (annoyed):
"Ian, shut up and focus!"
Ian (grinning):
"I'm capturing history, Olive! Future generations will thank me!"
Despite the chaotic battle, there was a strange warmth in the air. The family's efforts weaved together seamlessly - Safari's unstoppable strength, Angeleva's protective brilliance, Zack's unwavering healing, Olive's steady defense, Jen's quiet support, and Ian's ever-present enthusiasm.
Even Safari and Angeleva could feel it. Every attack they launched, every defense they held, was strengthened by the knowledge that their family stood behind them.
Safari (grinning):
"You're all amazing!"
Angeleva (smiling):
"We're not just fighters. We're family. That's why we'll win."
Together, they pressed on, unstoppable.
As they pushed forward, one thought united them all-
No matter what stood in their way...
They would reach the Mayor's office-together.