I find it very sacred to pick someone up and make them a saint.

Poppy swallowed hard, after spending time with Mien.

She was gradually impressed by his knowledge and judgment, and slowly developed an impulse to blindly believe Mien.

He stopped arguing and calmly and warily observed his surroundings.

Amidst the flames of war, only this place remained calm, like a bystander.

At this moment, Lucia took the opportunity to ask Mien:

"Teacher, what did you discover? Why do you say that?... "

Her heart clenched.

While observing intently, Mien communicated with Lucia using his mental powers.

Because there isn't a single follower of the Life Tantric sect.

Even if their combat strength is not as good as the Imperial Army, there shouldn't be so few of them.

The female agent's testimony revealed that they were also stationed on the border.

This only means they moved temporarily.

This inevitably raises suspicions that they had prior knowledge of the Cassirer Empire's surprise attack plan.

And, most importantly, why were they deliberately evacuated?

Even if their combat strength is inferior to that of the Imperial Army, they can still serve as cannon fodder.

This only shows that they have other, more important things to do.

Hearing this, Lucia turned to look at Mien in confusion.

"Luya, do you remember what those core cultists in the Valgon City were doing?"

Lucia's eyes widened instantly, and her breathing quickened.

"Teacher, you mean, a magic circle?... "

Mien did not answer. After finishing his explanation, he continued to expand the range of his magical detection, keeping a close eye on the changing situation.

Ryurua lowered her head, deep in thought.

Ever since Mien agreed to get involved in the war.

He has always adopted a hitchhiking and wait-and-see approach.

All the information he possessed led him to decide to 'stay away from Lane and Rachel and delve deeper into the information of the Life Tantra'.

In the vortex of a seemingly clear situation, the focus is on preserving the Academy from being torn apart, while for the others, decisions must be made only after obtaining further information.

But to everyone's surprise, not only did Lyant have a hidden conspiracy, but the Severn Empire did too.

It's just unknown whether their scheme was part of Lyont's plan.

Suddenly, the situation changed slightly.

The rapidly advancing army slowed its pace.

It seemed as if something had blocked the way ahead, which drew gasps of surprise from those around them.

Lucia's heart suddenly jumped into her throat, and she moved closer to Mien.

Soon, the surprise at the congestion turned into another kind of exclamation.

Mien and the others looked around.

"Why?...Why did the [Lightforged Blade] suddenly malfunction?... "

"What's wrong with you?!"

"Why can't I suddenly use [Radiant Protection]?!"

A series of exclamations formed a tsunami, sweeping across the entire army like ripples.

Even Pope was surprised to find that the [Lightforged Blade] he tried to enhance only left a faint speck of light on the knight's sword.

The other Silvermoon Knights also discovered the same problem.

Poppy turned pale; her worst fears had come true.

She immediately contacted Neuer via her personal communicator to inquire about the situation ahead.

But before she could receive a reply...

Then another terrified scream swept in.

This time, however, the sound came from behind.

In the densely packed army, the morale of the troops was almost welded to the entire army, rising and falling with it.

Panic and fear surged from behind without reason, especially when one was terrified but didn't know what they were terrified about.

Mien and the others hurriedly looked back and discovered that an army was running forward from behind in the distance; to be precise, they were fleeing.

A piercing howl pierced the entire battlefield, or perhaps it was countless similar cries:

"We're surrounded!!"

Mien immediately focused his mental energy and used all his magic to probe backward, but it only extended a few miles.

But it was already visible to the naked eye that, from afar, on the high slope,

Another army joined the two and then swept in swiftly.

It was the army of the Severn Empire, dressed in black and gray armor!

"Resist!"

"Ready for battle!!"

…………

Many people roared, trying to rally the panicked morale of the troops once again.

Pope also loudly gave orders to the Silver Moon Knights squad:

"In that case, let's use other spells to fight! We're not useless cowards who can't fight just because our swords are broken!"

But the change was too sudden and too fatal.

What was stripped away were the two most basic spells for each soldier: Lightforged Blade and Light's Protection.

It feels like you've trained in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu for over twenty years, only to be suddenly told you're going to box.

Even with basic strength and combat training, they are unable to use their strength.

It's like suddenly having to use military boxing to fight off thugs.

It is a double blow and torment to both the body and the mind.

Just like when Hakimi's underlying code malfunctioned and crashed temporarily, leaving him completely clueless about how to respond.

A faint, piercing scream could be heard.

They were no longer enemy troops, but rather Cassirer's army.

Then, increasingly frequent cries and wails came from within.

It was as if hearing the sound made one see blood in their eyes.

"Teacher..." Lucia asked Mien helplessly, just as she had when she first entered the Academy.

"Lord Mien..." Even Pope and the Silver Moon Knights were all taken aback.

They all looked at Mien, waiting for guidance from the strong and wise in their despair and helplessness.

"We can't get in touch with Lord Neuer." Poppy's worry was almost freezing.

"Don't worry."

Mien straightened his back and looked into the distance at the enemy troops attacking from behind, who were about to engage in battle with their combat zone.

"Now that we have anticipated this, we just need to be prepared. We can handle it, nothing will happen."

Even though Mien seemed to be talking nonsense, it reassured everyone.

It's as if if he says nothing will happen, nothing will really happen.

Mien, sitting on his horse, looked so tall at that moment.

He had already touched the quiet book cover with his hand inside his robe.

When the enemy attacks, if he personally takes action, his abilities as a 7th-tier mage are enough to defeat most of the enemies.

They simply couldn't cope with the endless, dense encirclement.

Energy will eventually run out.

At that time, the spatial characteristics of the quiet bookcase can be utilized.

The transfer can be carried out independently.

Whether it's returning to Reno City or escaping from the realm again.

Or they should venture deeper into the front lines of the Imperial Army and rendezvous with the main force.

Both can guarantee safety.

He can't protect everyone, but he can at least protect those around him within his capabilities.

After all, other things are not my responsibility.

All the Silvermoon Knights raised their weapons and calmly organized their other spells.

The battle drew ever closer, and the cries and screams seemed to be right next to our ears.

Someone has already infiltrated the area around Mien and his group.

Silver Moon Knights took turns attacking, unleashing more energy-intensive spells and skills in battle.

The attacking enemies were easily dealt with, but the mana was gradually depleted due to the high-level magic.

Blood splattered on their armor as they used all their strength to protect Mien and Lucia.

Mien and Lucia remained silent, observing quietly and waiting for the final moment.

Aside from the Silver Moon Knights, they were almost surrounded by enemy troops, who relentlessly closed in on Mien and his companions like wolves, eager to devour them piece by piece.

Just when things were at their most critical moment.

Far ahead, in the direction of Cassirer's main force.

A crimson beam of light shot into the sky, piercing through the clouds.

It was Rachel's sword's edge.

It also carried an incomparably dazzling holy light.