The Most Promising Cursed Spirit in History VS the Most Conscientious Clan Head in History

The Most Promising Cursed Spirit in History VS the Most Conscientious Clan Head in History—Sky.

Megumi Fushiguro clung tightly to Nue's claws as he flew outward at top speed.

He turned back for one last look.

"Zenin Family Head, hold on a little longer! Once I get this thing out, I'll call for reinforcements!"

Naobito Zenin chuckled and shouted behind him without turning around.

"Sure, but you'd better be quick. I can't wait for you forever, after all."

Megumi froze for a moment and involuntarily clenched his hand.

He pushed his cursed energy output to the limit, and Nue on his body let out a deafening roar in the sky like an enraged lion.

Mahito, who had just been kicked away, climbed up from the ground and dusted himself off.

There was no anger on his face. Instead, his smile grew even more excited.

"A Special Grade 1 Sorcerer? You seem pretty impressive!"

He tilted his head and sized up Naobito, his gaze sweeping over the old man covered in burns.

"But, Grandpa, you're already hurt this badly. You still want to fight me? You'll die, you know."

Naobito had no intention of answering.

He maintained his fighting stance, staring unblinkingly at Mahito like an aged but still razor-sharp hunting dog.

"You're trying to buy time for that kid to escape, aren't you?"

Mahito nodded in sudden realization, the smile on his face becoming even brighter.

"How touching. Humans always love doing such meaningless things."

Mahito raised his right hand, and his arm began to twist and deform, condensing into a massive bone blade.

"But that's fine. I'll have time to chase him after I kill you!"

The instant he finished speaking, Mahito moved.

He charged at Naobito with astonishing speed. The bone blade tore through the air with a