Ardent observed as the bodies of the fallen guards and Mages gathered near the town hall. He watched as the spouse of the fallen, along with their children, if they have any, or parents if they still a bachelor, cried their heart out.
His heart wrenched at the sight, despite him not knowing them that well.
'If only I use my strength from the get go. If only if I don't hold back!' he thought grimly.
He cause this. His inaction caused great losses, which was just as bad as him killing them himself.
Catlin, his cute and kind fiance, sensed his distress and went to his side, patting his shoulder.
"You can't save them in time."
'Yes, I can.'
"If you don't fight the strong one, he will destroy all of us when you handle his subordinates."
'No. If I prioritize the other sides I might kill them quickly before killing the leaders. I'm strong enough to do that.'
"Don't feel bad. If not for you, we will all die or worse."
