"Get out of my way!"
Ogi Zenin roared, kicking Maki away along with the Soul Devouring Blade in her hands.
Wincing in pain, Maki propped herself up with the Soul Devouring Blade and shouted at Mai beside her:
"Why did you come anyway!?"
"Why!?"
Mai smiled, unconcerned. "Did you think I would abandon you?"
"Mother is gone. You and our brother are the only family I have left in this world."
"I can't protect him, but I want to protect you... and fight by your side."
Maki stared blankly at Mai's face. Her eyes grew a little wet, and she turned away.
"Dying together counts as fighting side by side, doesn't it?"
Ogi Zenin sneered. "Perfect. I'll dispose of both you useless brats at once."
Maki and Mai showed no fear. Their eyes were resolute as they faced the demon before them.
"Are you ready?"
A handgun appeared in Mai's hand, and she fired at Ogi Zenin.
"Cheap tricks."
Disdain crossed Ogi Zenin's face. He blocked the bullet with his broken Samurai Sword, but Maki was already upon him.
Ogi Zenin moved with incredible speed, swiftly evading the Soul Devouring Blade's slash while kicking Maki in the stomach.
The heavy kick sent Maki flying backward. She raised her blade over her heart, blocking the Samurai Sword Ogi Zenin thrust at her.
"I never expected you to keep up." Ogi Zenin sneered and kicked Maki in the ribs again.
"Maki!"
Mai cried out in panic.
Ogi Zenin hurled his Samurai Sword, sending it hurtling toward Maki as she hung helplessly in the air.
Still airborne, Maki had no time to defend herself. Bitter thoughts filled her mind.
I'm sorry... Brother. I couldn't defeat this piece of scum.
*In the end, not only will Mai and I die here, but you'll still