After Retirement, Living a Stud Life in Another World - 57
Chapter 57: Liese’s Awakening
“All water mages, cast water spheres to the brink of mana exhaustion!”
In response to Liese’s seemingly strange command, the mages immediately chanted short spells, and various-sized water spheres began to float around them. Unlike the fire mages, the water magic users obediently followed Liese’s instructions… There was a faint hope that this young commander could change the perception of water magic, often scorned as useless.
Soon, when the mages had nearly depleted their mana, an enormous amount of water, perhaps equivalent to three Olympic-sized swimming pools, floated overhead.
“Everyone, you’ve done well. Leave the rest to me!”
The water slowly ascended into the sky. Then, high above the enemy, it spread out thinly like a vast canopy.
This peculiar sight should have been visible to the enemy, but even those Principality soldiers who had been gazing at it as if it were something mysterious gradually resumed their advance under the commander’s orders. They probably thought it was another one of Belzenbrück’s rain rituals. Like the nobles of the kingdom, they also underestimated water magic users.
As the Principality’s army drew closer, and the distance between the two sides narrowed to about two hundred meters, some soldiers noticed something unusual above them.
“Hey! Doesn’t the sky look sparkly up there?”
“Hmm, indeed. What could that be?”
Yes, far above, sunlight reflected chaotically, sparkling as if chandeliers were arranged across the entire ceiling. It was an incredibly fantastical and beautiful sight.
However, that light was the tragic light that sent mortals to the next world… But the Principality soldiers realized this far too late.
“Look! The light… it’s falling!”
In reality, it wasn’t the light itself but “something” reflecting the light that was falling. However, the soldiers couldn’t understand that. All they could perceive was that the dazzling reflection, which had been shimmering in the sunlight, was rapidly descending toward them, bringing devastation.
And seconds later, the plain resounded with cries of agony and was filled with bloodshed. The “light” that fell upon the Principality soldiers pierced them, robbed them of their mobility, and for many, even their lives, leaving them bleeding profusely. While heavily armored infantry covered in steel plates could still move, over ten thousand light infantry and valuable magic users lost their combat capabilities in an instant.
“That…!”
The former magic battalion commander, who had just complained, now trembled as he witnessed the tragedy unfolding before him. Beatrice smiled faintly and proudly announced,
“Did you see that? That is the true power of the ‘Hero’s Beloved Daughter’ and the true value of water magic users, which has been underestimated until now. They created vast amounts of water, transformed it into divine spears in the sky, and brought divine punishment upon the foolish invaders tempted by unjust aggression. Can you do such things?”
“N-no. I was… mistaken. Witnessing such great power… Lady Anneliese, I apologize. From now on, I pledge absolute loyalty to you. I will serve you wholeheartedly, providing all the support you need to achieve great deeds.”
The commander, who had previously been reluctant to work under Liese, now gleamed with admiration in his eyes, seemingly willing to devote his life. Well, magical practitioners in this world, according to Beatrice and Gretel, were generally like this. Regardless of the person’s character, they sincerely respected and idolized those who embodied powerful magic, eagerly seeking to learn from them whenever possible. Good or bad, they were all magic enthusiasts.
“I gratefully accept Lord Antonia’s words. Without the assistance of a master of earth magic and your experienced guidance, the command of the magic battalion would be uncertain. I rely on you. First, please assign those with remaining mana to support Lady Margarete.”
“Understood!”
The commander, whose cheeks flushed like a young girl with words of encouragement, exits to reorganize the troops, his steps lively. Well, well, I initially thought he was a disagreeable fellow, but perhaps he’s just another magic enthusiast… There are still many things unknown in this world.
And before us, the Principality’s army is still in great disarray. While the heavy infantry may be unscathed, there’s hesitation about whether to aid the severely wounded, and the instructions from the higher-ups are in confusion. Well, even if they do aid… thousands of soldiers are injured all at once, with nearly the same number dead. It’ll likely be difficult to even remove them from the battlefield.
“Now, Gretel, it’s your turn. Scatter those pesky heavy infantry and drive the Principality’s army out of our country!”
“Yes, Sister Beatrice!”
Flames of fury burn in her eyes. After hesitating for a moment in front of the weapons rack, she takes a deep breath, shoulders her greatsword, and strides confidently towards the enemy.