Volume 9 Chapter 44 Stick Vs Fist, Part One
There was a sound.
If there was a third party present in this place, they would tilt their head at the strange sight or perhaps run away immediately.
The battle unfolding on the floor was of a different dimension.
The sound was like the pounding of hundreds of drums, echoing through the air.
Only the sound could be heard.
In the dimly lit room illuminated by a lantern, no one could be seen, only the constant sound shaking the atmosphere.
Yes, it couldn't be seen.
At such a speed, Kougarou and Shikin were fighting.
The stick aimed for Shikin's vital points with a speed surpassing sound, with unmatched accuracy.
Thrust like a spear, sweep like a halberd, and wield like a greatsword, a thousand different attacks were unleashed from just one stick.
Kougarou's magic was called 'Acceleration'. It was a magic that endlessly accelerated the target, a forbidden spell.
However, even if we say there's no limit, that's just a theoretical idea. Of course, in reality, there are limits.
Like the limit of magic power and the body.
If you press the accelerator too hard, your body will quickly lose control. If you fall or crash at tremendous speed, you'll receive a lot of damage proportional to the speed you were going.
The more powerful the magic, the more difficult it is to handle.
Kougaru skillfully handles it and attacks Shikin at a speed faster than the speed of sound.
Shikin continues to deal with the storm of blows that even a Lord would not be able to easily take.
"Rough. Truly violent. But it's strange, isn't it? It feels like watching the magnificent art created by nature."
"Are you planning to become a poet? Don't think you can keep that composure forever."
He had heard about Shikin from Yuusuke. He had fully anticipated the possibility of Shikin appearing in this battle.
A magician who spent a thousand years practicing his magic.
His skills in close combat rival those of a master of Asteris.
Just as the words say.
There are very few humans who can easily handle Kougaru's attacks.
--How interesting.
The opponent is an extraordinary being with a soul infused with profound power. It would be disappointing to defeat him so easily.
With a deep thud, Kougaru steps forward, causing the floor to sink, and his speed increases even more.
'Chain Black Ring (Astmennia)'
The staff spins, creating a black ring that slices through the air.
"Oh!"
Shikin's attempt to deflect it results in his arm being cut halfway through.
The speed is enough to transform a strike into a slash.
But what's even more astonishing is this: the 'Infinite Forge (Mukyuuren)' that transformed a thousand years of practice into physical enhancement, making Shikin's body harder than steel, was effortlessly pierced by Kougaru's magic.
Kougaru's magic easily went through it.
"It's awesome."
When Shikin pressed on his cut arm, the bleeding stopped and the wound closed right away.
Then, Shikin spun around.
"'Gobakujudai (Hailstorm Torrential Rain)'!"
Lots of fists, changing shape like raindrops, pummeled Kougarou.
Twisting leads to power, and power makes things twist.
One after another, the loud hits echoed, and suddenly, countless slashes appeared on the floors and walls all around.
"Come on, are you serious?"
"There are so many things in this world that seem too strange to be real, Kougarou."
Kougaru, who was supposed to be attacking, could only laugh.
All of his Astmennia's attacks were blocked.
Now, Shikin struck Kougarou from the side to change its path.
It's really hard to hit a fast-moving target like Kougarou directly from the side.
And it wasn't just one hit.
He managed to block every single attack.
"Alright, let's pick up the pace from here."
Shikin said casually, moving forward alongside Kougaru.
As if taking a leisurely stroll, he kept Kougaru from getting any chances to attack.
"Huh?!"
"'Unraikuseiden (Stormbeat Thunderstrike)'!"
A lightning-fast punch from his weakened state hit Kougaru in the stomach, sending him flying.
Kougaru flew sideways and slammed into the wall.
The punch connected, countering Kougaru's move. The speed of the punch turned into a weapon, cutting Kougaru.
"I didn't expect it to be this tough."
Shikin spoke to Kougaru, who was stuck in the wall.
Kougaru pulled himself out of the wall and spat out some blood.
"Oh, disappointed? Too bad."
He brushed himself off and acted like nothing had happened.
"Next time, I'll get serious."
"Can't wait."
They exchanged punches and sticks, like clinking sake cups.
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