The flaming ball in the sky still burned as intensely as ever, to the point we couldn't help but feel worried for the divine bird. While we were feeling scared for the bird, the enemy battleships launched a few more volleys, causing the flaming ball of energy to intensify even more.

"I don't think the bird will be able to withstand this. They are clearly bullying it with numbers," whispered Zhang Bao'er to me.

"Canyue, the enemy is not attacking us. If we're retreating, this will be our chance," Old Du suggested.

I looked at all the soldiers focused on the battle in the sky. Clearly, if we decided to escape, nobody would care. But after thinking about it, I shook my head and rejected the suggestion.

"Now, more than ever, the Kenante Kingdom needs our help. Leaving is not the right thing to do. We should stay and help," I said firml...