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The bells of Fontaine rang out, their echoes reverberating through the city like a warning call. Soldiers and strategists rushed through the streets, positioning themselves along the city's defenses. The sky above, once clear, had begun to shift-dark clouds gathering unnaturally, signaling the arrival of Celestia's forces.

Yoshika, Furina, and Neuvillette stood atop one of the high towers, watching as Fontaine prepared itself. From this vantage point, Yoshika could see the determination in the eyes of those below. They weren't just fighting for their nation-they were fighting for their right to exist outside Celestia's judgment.

Furina exhaled sharply, placing her hands on her hips. "Alright, then. How do we play this?"

Neuvillette, ever composed, gestured toward the horizon. "We have already stationed our forces at key locations. Fontaine's mechanical defenses have been activated, and the waterways are under our control." He turned his gaze to Yoshika. "However, Celestia's power is beyond conventional warfare. Your knowledge of them will be invaluable."

Yoshika tightened her grip on her spear. "Celestia's forces don't fight like mortals. They enforce their will through sheer divine presence. We need to disrupt their control. If we make them lose their footing, even for a moment, we create an opening."

Furina smirked. "Oh? Sounds like you have something in mind."

Yoshika met her gaze. "I do."

Before she could explain further, a distant tremor shook the ground. The air itself seemed to hum with an unnatural energy, and in the sky above, shimmering figures began to appear-Celestia's enforcers, descending upon Fontaine like falling stars.

Furina's playful demeanor faded, replaced by a look of pure determination. "Here they come."

Yoshika stepped forward, her dark pink eyes glowing faintly as she readied herself. The time for planning was over. Now, they had to fight.

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