The next day.
Compared to the chaos of a few days ago, the Alliance's camp had regained order.
Two obscure small countries had hurried their armies here, setting up camp not far from the main encampment.
The size of the Alliance was visibly increased, but their shattered morale was slow to recover and had even worsened over time.
Various rumors spread among the lower ranks, and Agamemnon, the only one who could possibly manage the situation, was still healing from his wounds.
So when Achilles appeared in front of the camp once again, this uneasy emotion was further amplified.
Fortunately, Ares hadn't failed this time; he stood in the military formation and furiously denounced Achilles for his despicable and shameless tactics during the previous battle, where he had lured Ares into distraction by attacking the Goddess of Beauty.
Afterwards, he refused Achilles' renewed challenge and instead asked to battle the next day.
