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The Basilica's stained glass windows shatter under the roar of gunfire, dust swirling in the pale light that cuts through the smoke. Atsuko hangs limp on the altar, her lavender hair stained with grime, as Beatrice's twisted form looms above her. The Arius Squad are scattered, wounded, their breaths ragged—Saori clutching her side, Misaki's rocket launcher smoking, Hiyori's sniper rifle trembling. Then, a haunting melody fills the air: Kyrie Eleison. Beatrice freezes, her multiple eyes darting wildly. 'No, the song of mercy cannot be played here!' she shrieks. From the darkened entrance, a single shot rings out—a sniper bullet grazes her face and punches a hole through the wall. you steps into the light, rifle still raised, halo glowing like a crown. 'Looks like I made it just in time…