Revealing the True Form (2)

At the sight of Squad Zero's five figures and Kurokawa Sounan surrounded in their midst, Kyoraku Shunsui broke out in a cold sweat.

This is bad. Even Sounan would be in grave danger if Squad Zero attacked him together!

Clang!

Without hesitation, his twin blades left their sheaths, transforming into two broad blades that swooped toward the group ahead alongside Kyoraku's body like an eagle spreading its wings. In his desperation, his body—formerly grievously wounded, weak, and listless—instantly became far more agile!

"Sounan! I'm coming to help you!"

Hearing Kyoraku's shout, Squad Zero's five members made no move. Instead, Sounan stared...