Reincarnated as a Sword (Light Novel), Vol. 9

In this thrilling installment, Princess Versus Empress, Fran battles the relentless forces threatening the Black Cat village, with Mea joining her to provide vital support. As tensions escalate, the true antagonist, Murelia—the Lightning Empress and the origin of the Black Cats' curse—makes her appearance. The stakes rise as Fran and her allies must strategize to thwart Murelia's plans before she can invade the Beastman Nation.