章 279: Chapter 279: System's Defense

Lucien observed the soldiers' reports from atop the wall, his tense expression reflecting the gravity of the situation. 

Controlling panic had been a monumental task; fear of instant death at the monster's hands had shaken even the most experienced warriors.

"We still need them watching," he insisted to Selene, his voice low but firm. "We can't afford to lose sight of that thing."

The promise of advancing to the next level and obtaining more powerful summons had convinced the bravest. 

Too many fantasized about reaching level 5 or 6 and handling the new summons that came with those levels.

Hundreds eventually agreed. 

Priority was specifically given to those who hadn't fled when the monster appeared, despite everything.

They had been strategically distributed around the wall, establishing a rudimentary but functional surveillance system.