Essence Monster (Part 18)

"No way... We won't win!" One of the two surviving Dark Phantoms exclaimed in panic. It was only thanks to Olax that he was still alive while Ester was moving towards them with flames in her eyes.

"Shit! We have to run away! She... She's probably just as strong!" The second dark Phantom shrieked at the sight of Ester.

Olax frowned but did not say anything. He realized that after their comrades died in a hail of arrows, everyone would have lost faith in victory or the success of the mission.

Sure, Olax was wary, for this was not good for him at all. Even if help was already heading their way, they had to boost morale somehow. How could that be done?

In that case, the commander had two options - he could try to raise the morale of his subordinates with words, be it encouragement or threats.

However... That may have been controversial in life situations, but in combat, there was always something more important than words - action.