Bab 123: Orc Battle

"Hana, on your left!" I hear Blossom call out to our frontliner, who might've not been aware of the new arrival due to all the chaos that surrounds her.

With a nimble sidestep, Ayame evades the axe's path as her body bends like a reed in the wind. She counters with a quick slash across the Orc Berserker's exposed side, drawing a howl of pain from her foe. Her movements allow her to strike quickly before retreating out of reach.

Seeing the Orc Berserker stagger, Blossom and I seize the opportunity. We move in from opposite sides, using Ayame's distraction to our advantage. Blossom leaps from the shadows, aiming her dagger at the creature's throat, while I thrust my spear low, targeting its unprotected flank after activating [Power Strike]. 

Man, I really do need some new abilities.