The Enemy Not Only Wasn't Afraid, They Even Dared to Strike Back?

Are you afraid of losing to me?

This answer greatly displeased Kirihara Ryunosuke, who immediately resorted to provocation.

"Me? Will I lose? Ha..."

Hasegawa Izumi chuckled softly, as if she had heard a funny joke.

Although it sounded somewhat ridiculous to him, it was also quite normal.

Most people have limited perspectives; they can't see how high the sky is or how thick the earth is.

"Nonsense. Don't say such insulting things to my intelligence in front of me again."

He uttered a single sentence, then put his hands in his pockets, preparing to turn and leave.

This is outrageous! It's incredibly insulting!

But to Kirihara Ryunosuke, this behavior was nothing short of arrogance.

'Yeah, that's right, he looked down on everyone else back in the challenge tournament too...'

'It seems that using the same method won't work!'

A surge of rage rose in Kirihara Ryunosuke's heart. Unseen by him, wisps of black energy spread from his hands, attacking his mind, and the bloodshot veins in his eyes became even more pronounced.

"Since that's how it is, Hasegawa! I'll use force to make you submit! Just like you did to Busujima Senpai!"

He believed that everyone in Shuchiin had succumbed to Hasegawa's violence, so it was reasonable for him to use the same methods.

"Why."

Ahead, Hasegawa Izumi stopped, glanced back slightly, and shook her head.

Those who cannot control their power will be controlled by it.

That's why he made a promise with Kōko.

Because if you're not careful, it can lead to an accident.

"Fine, then I'll teach you the lesson that 'there are always people more capable than you, and there's always something beyond your understanding.'"

He turned his head, holding his briefcase in one hand and leaning against his back, while waving with the other.

"Don't think you're so great; you're just an ordinary person after all! I am the chosen one who gained power!"

Kirihara Ryunosuke knew how strong his opponent's physical abilities had been, so he didn't underestimate him. Instead, he secretly used the King's Power to enhance his strength. Wisps of black energy enveloped his right arm, and his physical abilities surged, especially the strength of his right arm, which increased several times over.

He assumed a baseball batting stance, his feet firmly planted on the ground, his waist slightly twisted, his hands gripping the baseball bat, and placing the bat behind his head.

As a baseball player who has trained hard since childhood, his movements in this area are naturally very standard, which gives him the confidence to transform them into fighting moves.

"Take this!"

Using the force of his leg kick, Kirihara Ryunosuke flew out like an arrow, while simultaneously concentrating his power into the baton by twisting his waist.

This move clearly indicates an intention to use Hasegawa as a baseball to hit a home run.

However, the moment he swung his weapon, the person in front of him suddenly vanished.

"Hey, is someone there?"

His expression froze, his attack missed, and he even lost his balance due to the excessive force, staggering forward a few steps.

At the same time, he felt a lightness in his hand, and when he looked down, he found that the baseball bat had disappeared from his hand.

"It's so slow I'm about to yawn. You think you can challenge me with this much? You're just overestimating yourself."

The sound came from behind him. He turned around and noticed the baseball bat in Hasegawa's hand. His pupils contracted in surprise.

When exactly was it?

This guy is incredibly fast!

"Did you just use martial arts?"

Kirihara Ryunosuke recalled a long-standing rumor.

"No, I just walked past you and took it."

Hasegawa Izumi spoke calmly, extending a finger and making the baseball bat rotate around the movement of her finger, as if demonstrating martial arts to him.

"You are indeed very capable! However..."

Kirihara Ryunosuke bit his lip, blood seeping out, unwilling to admit defeat so easily.

"I'm not like you! I'm the chosen one! I'm the man who deserves to be the King of Shuchiin!"

"Now, I will use my 'King's Power' to utterly defeat you!"

Ambition, confidence, anger, and other emotions drove him to extremes. No longer caring about the consequences of displaying his extraordinary power, he activated the power of the Cursed Tool bandages. Cursed power surged throughout his body, his hair instantly turned white, his pupils turned light green, and his skin turned red, as if he had transformed into a demon.

However, despite this terrifying demeanor, Hasegawa remained completely calm and composed, his face showing no emotion whatsoever.

Just like the expression he'd seen on his opponent's face during the challenge match... no, back then, the man in front of him had occasionally shown an expression of excitement as well.

Does this mean...?

Was his performance even worse than that of Shinomiya and Busujima Senpai back then?

Kirihara Ryunosuke's brief reverie vanished with his demonic transformation, replaced only by an impulse and obsession to destroy.

"Ya~ho~!"

He let out an excited and wild roar, his hands transforming into demonic claws, becoming even more alluring and terrifying as his magical power erupted.

The power of Cursed Tool is indeed formidable for ordinary people.

However, the opponent before us is already extraordinary.

Hasegawa Izumi slowly raised the baseball bat in her hand, as if she were holding a heavy spiked club rather than an ordinary baseball bat. Then she swung it forward, and a heavy whistling sound filled the air.

"A hundred kinds of martial arts, this is..."

"Thunderstorm Eight Trigrams!"

It seemed slow but was actually fast; the seemingly slow strike turned into a lightning-fast blow, landing squarely on the opponent.

"Bang!"

At that very moment, Kirihara Ryunosuke's expression shifted from madness to terror. Even in a defensive stance, he could hardly withstand the power that had reached its limit.

"Call..."

Inside the small garden, there was a fountain. Suddenly, the water flow was stirred up by the airflow, and a figure flew over from above until it crashed into the grass at the end.

"By the way, you just said you wanted to become... some kind of king?"

Hasegawa Izumi slowly approached, stuck the baseball bat into the ground to the side, and asked with a cold expression.

"..."

Meanwhile, Kirihara Ryunosuke, lying on the ground with his Byakugan rolled back, was close to losing consciousness. His demonic transformation had been reverted to its original form, and his once-powerful cursed power had declined to its lowest point, making him completely unable to receive any external sounds.

That blow just now made him understand.

Previously, I was merely like a clam in a well trying to see the moon, failing to understand the other party's strength and thinking that mastering a little extraordinary power would allow me to surpass them.

Now, like a mayfly seeing the blue sky, they realize that the gap between the two sides is so vast it's almost unimaginable.

Is he going to die?

"Don't worry, I used just the right amount of force. You'll only be unconscious for a short time at most."

As if hearing his thoughts, the man responded.

Kirihara Ryunosuke a bitter taste in his mouth.

To crush an ant without killing it, that kind of force must be very difficult to control, right?

98

Chapter 98: Not only were the enemies not afraid, but they even dared to fight back?

People are all burdened by fame and fortune.

In Hasegawa Izumi's view, the classmate who fell to the ground was clearly caught in such a delusion, which led him to recklessly challenge him, and the curse on the Cursed Tool the other party possessed was an accomplice in driving all of this.

However, the hidden trick on this Cursed Tool had already been neutralized by his attack.

Even so, power itself carries risks, and ordinary people would have to pay a price to continue using it.

"Just a friendly reminder, using this thing will drain your life force. I advise you not to use it unless you encounter danger."

He noticed the other person's miserable state and offered a reminder.

At this moment, Kirihara Ryunosuke also completely lost consciousness and entered a coma.

"Huh? Can't you hear me anymore? Well then, that's all for now. I'll take my leave. I'm busy going home to cook for my Little Sister."

He gave a soft "hmm," and without wasting any time, turned and left the secluded little garden.

Meanwhile, in a dark corner of Minato Ward, Tokyo.

The Bandage Monster, who was searching for his next suitable target, suddenly stopped, closed his eyes, and a scene flashed before his eyes.

A blurry figure, a devastating blow...

Suddenly opening its eyes, a hint of fear appeared in its lifeless gaze, and it immediately designated the area around Shuchiin as a forbidden zone.

Nighttime, the Hasegawa family.

The dish, with its rising steam and vibrant red oil, resembles a scene of boiling lava, further garnished with a few chopped scallions.

"Dude, I'm starting!"

Smelling the aroma wafting through the air, Kōko swallowed hard, its appetite whetted.

She carefully picked up a piece of tofu with her Chopsticks; it almost melted in her mouth, accompanied by the savory aroma of minced meat, the numbing spiciness of fermented bean paste, and the fresh fragrance of minced garlic—each flavor uniquely delicious.

Kōko has always had a strong palate and likes to add lots of garlic when eating tonkotsu ramen, so she's not afraid of dishes like mapo tofu; on the contrary, she finds it particularly enjoyable.

"Excellent! As expected of my My other half! The offerings you've brought are increasingly pleasing to me, so I'll reward you a few words."

The young woman elegantly wiped the grease from the corner of her mouth with a tissue, then took a sip of tomato juice. This was the most satisfying moment of her day.

"Brother, I don't need your useless Little Sister's praise."

Hasegawa Izumi's tone was one of disdain.

The Little Sister immediately pouted.

"Oh, right, Kōko, remember to bring your phone to school. If you run into any weirdos, remember to tell me."

He changed the subject.

With a sharp blade in hand, the desire to kill arises spontaneously.

After the upheaval, there will inevitably be more and more violent incidents. Although he has means to protect Kōko, it is impossible to guarantee that everything will be safe.

He also made several amulets to protect his parents, and sent them over via international express.

"Kukuku, my My other half, are you underestimating my power?!"

The Little Sister made a grasping motion in the air, as if flames were burning within it.

"Spirits can attract spirits. Kōko, you now possess a certain level of spiritual power, so the probability of you encountering Supernatural event is also increasing..."

He ignored him and continued talking to himself.

"Will my brother come to my rescue in time?"

Kōko's face immediately changed, and she clung to her brother's arms, terrified.

"Don't worry, I've placed defensive measures on Kōko, so she'll be safe."

He immediately smiled and ruffled his Little Sister's soft, golden hair.

"Very good!"

The Little Sister breathed a sigh of relief, then her expression changed, and she emphasized, "Hmph, my My other half is scaring me again! If my power could return, I wouldn't need your protection!"

He ignored these words and took the tableware to the kitchen.

Then, he chanted the 'Cleaning Spell' and cleaned all the dishes in a second.