"Also, regarding the Dark Tide of Beasts, the family has more than enough strength. Defending Carlas Province won't be a problem at all. You needn't worry either—just stay at Pamir Academy with Fiona in peace."
As he spoke, the Duke casually mentioned the recent Black Tide of Beasts. His tone was full of confidence, as if he did not take it seriously at all.
"I understand, Father."
Hearing the Duke's dismissive words, Anvis nodded.
In truth, he knew very well just how difficult it would be to resist this tide of beasts.
The massive scale of the beast tide meant there would be multiple Ninth Rank and Ninth Rank Limit Dark Creature Commanders.
Although the Olyvendi Family's Prophet had predicted the arrival of the beast tide beforehand, predicting it did not mean they could easily stop it.
The Duke had only brought it up specifically to reassure him and keep him from worrying needlessly.
Buzz—
Suddenly, a pitch-black ray of dark energy shot out from the Crystal Ball and slammed into the room, only to be automatically erased by the Duke's defensive Force Field.
"..."
Anvis and the Duke stared at each other in silence.
After the house took a hit from the energy ray, a hole had been blasted through the wall. Through it, they could vaguely see the large number of dark creatures outside, along with the faint sounds of intense battle.
"...There might be a little trouble, but it's nothing serious!"
After a moment of silence, perhaps feeling somewhat embarrassed, the Duke forcibly changed the subject.
"Right, your Force Dragon has been dealt with. Someone will deliver it to you shortly, so you can begin preparing for your ritual in advance—
"All right, I have matters to attend to as well. We'll leave it at that for