Their courage was admirable, but the gap between them was far too wide. Before long, Ye Chen seized an opening and slashed Kid's shoulder. Kid staggered back several steps. Before he could steady himself, Ye Chen leaped into the air, swift as a streak of light, and kicked him hard in the jaw. Kid's head snapped back, and he spat a mouthful of blood.
This time, Kid finally fell. Even so, he planted his hands and feet on the ground, struggling to push himself back up.
Ye Chen nodded, silently impressed. Just then, Haiming unleashed Record Scratch Slash again.
Ye Chen sensed it coming and jumped clear. While still in the air, he sent several sword strikes at Haiming. Waves of sword energy flew toward him like silver dragons, forcing him to dodge. He looked disheveled, but the disdainful grin never left his face.
Ye Chen could not be bothered to chase him. He landed lightly and strode toward Kid, dragging Twin Swords behind him. Kid had already risen and looked ready to attack again. Ye Chen shook his head. "Let's leave it there. The three of you are no match for me."
"That remains to be seen."
Hawkins had spoken. At some point, he had circled behind Ye Chen again, and now he lunged with both hands. Ye Chen heard him coming and turned slightly aside, letting the attack miss. The next instant, he kicked Hawkins in the chest. Hawkins fell backward, but Ye Chen followed close behind and thrust his sword at his throat. Kogarashi flashed forward like a meteor. Hawkins had lost his balance and could not dodge. Just as the blade was about to strike, Ye Chen stopped it.
He shook his head in disappointment. "You're no match for me right now. What's the point of