In the end, the White Whale, which Megumi's Explosion Magic had reduced to its last breath, was killed by Crusch and the old man beside her. The hunt had finally come to a complete end.
"Thank you all for your assistance."
After killing the White Whale, Crusch walked over to Priestess and the others and sincerely thanked them. She knew very well that without these girls' help—especially without the final blow from the great magus named Megumi—killing the White Whale would have been nothing more than a fantasy.
"You're welcome. We wanted to help too."
Priestess respectfully lowered her head in return. As a temple cleric, she had some experience in dealing with nobles.
"But without your assistance, today's battle likely would not have ended with merely failing to achieve anything."
Crusch paused here.
"By the way, where is the great magus who cast Explosion Magic? I would like to thank her personally."
"Megumi..."
At Crusch's question, Priestess's expression turned rather complicated, and she could not help turning her head. Following her gaze, Crusch saw the blonde swordswoman named Eris silently carrying a petite girl on her back.
"Is that Miss Megumi? What happened to her?"
"This... She simply collapsed from exhaustion after using Explosion Magic. It's nothing serious. She'll be fine after resting for a while."
"That's good."
Crusch breathed a sigh of relief and looked at Priestess again.
"I never expected to receive the help of such powerful adventurers as yourselves. If you are willing, please come to the Karsten estate. I will welcome you as honored guests..."
"Ah, that won't be necessary. We should be getting back to the Knight... Also, regarding the subjugation of the White Whale, if possible, please make a report to the Adventurer's Guild."
"Of course. I will personally explain it to the