Boom!
Explosions thundered as the soldiers fired their cannons at the sea monster.
"Attack! Don't hesitate! Our ship is protected by the magic of a Celestial mage! Attack the monster!" Ruthark shouted, raising his right hand.
As the ship's captain and commanding officer, his duty was not only to lead the battle but also to keep the troops' morale high. If the balance of their attack pattern broke, they could easily end up on the losing side.
"Nolan!"
At that moment, Rafine's voice echoed from a distance. Startled, Ruthark turned and saw her peering toward the sea from behind the ship's railing.
Tears filled her eyes as she reached out with her right hand, as if trying to grasp something.
"Young Lady Rafine, stay back! It's dangerous!" Ruthark called out in alarm, rushing toward her.
When he reached her, he quickly wrapped an arm around her waist and pulled her away from the railing.
