The girls' arrival somewhat relieved the situation on Crusch's side, but did not fundamentally improve it. The Priestess of the Goddess and Berlin joined the ranks of healing those soldiers poisoned by magic power, while Ais and Mavis handled transporting the soldiers to the large tree—the only visible landmark in the thick fog.
Mel joined the battle as a main force of reinforcements. Initially, everyone believed that Mel's participation in the fight would quickly turn the tide.
However...
"Over there!"
Using magic detection, Mel decisively pinpointed the white whale hidden in the fog. She leapt forward as her longsword sliced down, leaving a deep wound on the whale's head. The whale screeched in pain, and swung its tail at her. Mel deftly evaded, launching another attack on the whale.
Yet...
"Why does it seem like Mel isn't giving her all?"
Watching the battle scenes, Meiyin questioned with confusion.
