Upon Returning by Death a second time, Subie finds its like riding a bike.

But Emilia, who sensed something was up and followed Subie and Beako, is willing to pitch in.

She doenst just want Subit to protect her; she wants to protect him too.

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And lest we forget, Emilia is no slouch!

Summoning various weapons from ice, she goes at Sirius with everything shes got.

I love the little sounds Takahashi Rie makes as she fights Sirius.

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For her part, Sirius personality changescompletelywhen confronted with Emilia.

She claims that the vile half-demon Emilia stole her late husband and wont even let her grieve.

Beako warns Subaru not to touch those flames.

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Thats when a figure appears from within those flames and scoops up Emilia.

While thats kind of an obvious development (isnt it time he get kidnapped soshecan rescuehim?

)its not like Subie is alone here.

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Hes got Beako, and Reinhard, and a whole mess of other powerful people he can rely on.

Whats important is that he not let fear and despair overcome him.

That wont help Lia.

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He needs to be smart and focused.

These archbishops are tough, tricky customers.

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