The Situation

In the Northwest Area, specifically on Ethan's and Jose's camp.

Ethan was standing above a tower made of magic, so he could oversee the entire battlefield. Jose furrowed her eyebrows while approaching Ethan. Looking at his serious expression, she asked, "Ethan… Do you think you can handle these beasts with half of our soldiers? I know about your reputation, but this is still far too difficult. Besides, there is also—"

"Jose," Ethan called her name and smiled. "You don't understand the principle of defense. Do you think I can defend this area alone? No. If I don't have my subordinates, I won't be able to withstand these many monsters.