The battle intensifies

After attacking the enemy forces a few times, Lara and the other groups converged. When everyone was present, Lara noticed that there were only forty of them left. It would seem that many have died while assaulting the enemy. 

Lara bit her lower lip with a rare show of emotions. She who was always stoic and indifferent actually looked a bit frustrated. Though this only lasted for a few seconds, it was enough to give the others a feeling of discomfort. If even their fearless leader was feeling stressed that would mean there situation was truly grave.

Lara wasn't a strategist so this was the best she could do. This battle gave her a reality check. She now knew that even though her individual might was stronger than most, she was still helpless in front of such a large quantity of enemies. 

'If this keeps on happening, in the future, I won't be able to stand proudly, side by side with Ren.'