The newcomers were none other than—
The Kingdom Army, drawn here by the commotion.
The Kingdom of Fiore had one of the best records for public safety on the entire Ishgar Continent, and its army was powerful. Even Mages didn't want to face the Kingdom Army head-on. That was why the "Devil Apostles" had just retreated.
"ROAR!!!"
The moment the Kingdom Army arrived, they saw the giant beast rampaging along the coast. The soldiers' faces changed at once!
"W-what is that thing?"
"How can it be so big?"
"A m-monster!"
......
Everyone was utterly horrified.
Their mouths hung open, and their voices trembled as they spoke.
There were plenty of monsters in this world, but not everyone had the chance to see one with their own eyes. Many people went their whole lives knowing them only from descriptions in books.
Now, though, a living monster had suddenly appeared right in front of them. How could these ordinary people not be shocked and afraid?
But the Kingdom Army were trained soldiers, after all!
They were afraid, but not a single one ran away. Especially after their captain reprimanded them, they quickly calmed down.
"Everyone, get a hold of yourselves! What are you panicking for? It's just a monster, a slightly larger beast. What's there to be afraid of? Now listen to my orders. First Squad, move the wounded nearby to safety at once. Third, Fourth, and Fifth Squads, prepare for battle!" The squad captain's expression was solemn as he quickly issued his orders.
At his words, the Kingdom Army's morale quickly recovered, and they got moving!
Seeing his soldiers regain their fighting spirit, the captain allowed a trace of worry to show in his eyes.
He might have made it sound easy, but he knew full well that a "monster" was