The battlefield was strewn with the remnants of enemy forces, but Thomas knew the larger threats had only retreated to regroup. The black-flame lieutenants and storm commanders were no longer scattered anomalies—they were cohesive, strategic units preparing for counteroffensives. Absolute Harem Convergence would be tested not just for raw power, but for sustained, adaptive operations across multiple fronts.
Thomas stood on a ridge overlooking the valley, the pulse of the harem beneath his skin syncing perfectly with his own. Mirajane's black wings flexed, water rippled around Juvia's form, Lucy's celestial spirits hovered ready, and Erza's eyes scanned the horizon with unyielding focus.
System Notification:
Absolute Harem Convergence: Operational Status Green. Multi-Target Pursuit Protocol Activated. Enemy Lieutenants Identified and Tracked.
Thomas spoke firmly, issuing coordinated commands:
"Targets are moving. We hit them before they consolidate into a new front. Harem units, maintain full convergence. Guild squads, flank and secure secondary objectives. We do this efficiently and decisively—no hesitation."
Lucy projected a shimmering network of mana threads, pinpointing lieutenant movements and residual storm energies.
"Thomas, one squad is attempting to regroup near the northern ridge. The other three are moving toward the western forest supply nodes."
Mirajane's wings flexed with a predator's anticipation.
"Eastern and central intercepts are my responsibility. Juvia, water mapping will track their hidden escape routes. Absolute Harem precision will cut them off."
Juvia nodded, water spiraling around her in a predictive lattice of currents.
"Juvia… will control their movement. They cannot escape our grasp."
Erza's hand rested lightly on her sword.
"Central corridors secured. Any rogue elements intercepted. Synchronize your strikes. No gaps."
Thomas exhaled, lightning coursing through him in perfect rhythm with his harem. Subunits moved like extensions of his will. Each step, each strike, each detection was executed with flawless timing.
Phase One – Northern Ridge:
Mirajane and Juvia moved swiftly through jagged terrain, locating a storm lieutenant commanding an elite construct squad. Mirajane unleashed a barrage of demonic strikes, tearing through the constructs, while Juvia's water currents immobilized the lieutenant, compressing and redirecting residual storm energy. Thomas's lightning traced precise paths, incapacitating nearby reinforcements before they could react. Absolute Harem Convergence allowed prediction of every escape route—none succeeded.
Phase Two – Western Forest Supply Nodes:
Lucy and Thomas infiltrated the heavily wooded area, where three black-flame lieutenants attempted to recover mana cores. Lucy's celestial spirits formed ethereal snares, binding enemies mid-movement while Thomas's lightning incapacitated operators without collateral damage. Synchronization allowed simultaneous strikes, neutralizing multiple threats instantly. Intelligence harvested from captured lieutenants revealed upcoming attack schedules and secondary positions.
Phase Three – Central Corridor Interception:
Erza anchored the guild squads as they pursued isolated reinforcements. Her sword strikes generated shockwaves disrupting enemy formations, while Thomas's and Mirajane's coordinated assaults cut off any attempt at regrouping. Juvia's water currents acted as dynamic barriers, redirecting fleeing lieutenants into the guild's trap zones.
System Notification:
Harem Pursuit Operation: Maximum Efficiency Achieved. Enemy Lieutenants Neutralized. Operational Data Logged for Strategic Offensive Planning.
During the operation, a sudden surge of storm mana indicated the arrival of a secondary lieutenant—a hybrid of black-flame and storm manipulation, far more powerful than any previously engaged.
Mirajane's wings flared, demonic aura expanding.
"Juvia, adjust trajectory! We intercept now."
Juvia's water spiraled violently, stabilizing the battlefield for Mirajane's strike. Thomas projected lightning across multiple nodes, amplifying their output. Lucy's spirits immobilized the hybrid lieutenant while Erza's squads formed a containment perimeter.
The combined, synchronized assault shattered the lieutenant's defenses. Lightning arcs traced residual energy to neutralize all surrounding operatives.
System Alert:
Absolute Harem Convergence: Sustained Multi-Front Operation Confirmed. Efficiency 99%. Enemy Faction Secondary Command Disrupted. Tactical Initiative Secured.
By nightfall, all known lieutenants had been intercepted. Enemy morale was fractured, communication lines severed, and reinforcements delayed. Thomas's harem, operating at full synchronization for extended periods, had proven the Absolute Harem Convergence was not only a peak power spike—it was sustainable, adaptable, and devastating across complex, multi-target operations.
Mirajane landed beside Thomas, wings folding.
"Their command structure is in chaos. They'll be hesitant to act for now—but stronger lieutenants will appear, and the masters are still unaccounted for."
Juvia's aura shimmered, reflecting determination.
"Juvia… feels the convergence in its fullest. We are unstoppable when united… for Thomas, for the guild."
Lucy's spirits projected the data map, highlighting enemy weaknesses and potential regrouping points.
"We can now anticipate attacks and plan preemptive strikes. They won't get the initiative again."
Erza sheathed her sword, scanning the horizon.
"The guild has tactical dominance. Every unit followed harem guidance perfectly. But we must remain vigilant—the masterminds orchestrating these factions are still out there."
Thomas exhaled, eyes scanning the battlefield, pulse intertwined with his harem's energy.
"This is just another step. Every lieutenant neutralized is another piece of the puzzle solved. Absolute Harem Convergence will guide us, and Fairy Tail will maintain initiative. Next, we take the fight to the masters themselves."
The night sky shimmered faintly with residual enemy mana, a reminder of unfinished war. The guild had seized the advantage, but the ultimate confrontation loomed—and Absolute Harem Convergence would need to evolve further to meet the coming challenges.