The rescue had been a success! The team’s journey back was dangerous due to the beasts attracted by the commotion that had occurred in the ruined city. Thankfully, the reinforcements that were staying at the outpost managed to meet them in the middle of their journey.

If it weren’t for them, who knew how much longer the rescue squad would have to remain in the wilderness to return to Fortress Three.

The beast stampede was slowing, and was expected to end in around three or four days. It was slightly more than expected, but most of the students had obtained a lot of experience at killing ferocious beasts. The joint operation was a massive success.

However, it wasn’t all smiles and laughter. Of the total number of students sent to the battlefield...