Frenda's holy magic emitted a dazzling light.
Whether it had a recovery effect or not, one could feel their body gradually becoming lighter upon receiving that light.
The room, which had been shrouded in darkness, brightened up, and the Shades loitering around retreated far away.
She had been refraining from using magic as much as possible for the battle against the Desecrator, but in this situation, there was no other choice.
Frenda felt a bone-chilling gaze fixed upon her.
A massive shadow so large one had to look up to see it.... The Desecrator turned its head and stared intently at Frenda.
Since she was an opponent using such powerful holy magic, it was only natural for it to take interest.
Thanks to all the attention shifting to Frenda, the other members gained the leeway to reposition themselves.
Ian placed Airi next to Frenda as a guard.
'Airi, keep watch for any monsters approaching and block them in advance.'
'Yes. If it's just Shades....'
