Together, they picked up speed through the ruined buildings. Loud crashes echoed through the emptiness, along with spectral voices that sent chills down Mitsuki's spine.
'They've already realized we're here. It's obvious they'll come hunting us.'
They had arrived here suddenly and without warning, so whatever lurked among the ruins hadn't noticed them until the first specter fell.
He frowned, thinking deeply as he followed Monar.
'I guess staying to rest wasn't such a good idea.'
"Another one's coming!" Marco shouted from the front.
Azel leaped back, positioning himself atop a nearby roof to aim his bow. At the same time, Monar raised his staff, trusting Mitsuki to take the front alongside Marco.
There was no need to say a word—everyone took their positions the moment the enemy appeared. Mitsuki was already behind Marco, loading his shotgun with Fire Elemental Magic.
