"Ah! Kyros is in danger! They're shameless, ganging up on him like that!"
Viola's little face flushed red, her eyes filled with anger and worry. She clenched her little fists and stamped her foot hard.
Kakarot still wore a relaxed smile as he said unhurriedly, "Didn't I already tell you?
"Don't worry. With my eye for these things and my judgment of strength, I'm certain Kyros can win!"
Hearing Kakarot's confident tone, Viola couldn't help wondering:
Could he really be a powerful fighter hiding his strength? No, maybe he's just boasting. Only if he actually gets it right will that prove he's telling the truth.
Looking at the three men surrounding him, Kyros quickly adjusted his stance and took deep breaths to ease his muscle fatigue, readying himself for the battle ahead.
At that moment, the three Gladiators lunged at Kyros from different directions like starving wolves.
Talick's eyes were bloodshot, and a beastlike roar burst from his mouth.
His greatsword sliced through the air with tremendous force, whistling as it cleaved down viciously toward Kyros's head, seemingly leaving an afterimage of its blade in the air.
Meanwhile, Telas darted nimbly like a phantom, attacking from the side. His blade gleamed with cold light as he thrust straight at Kyros's heart.
The Gladiator who used Observation Haki hunched slightly.
His gaze stayed fixed on Kyros like a hunter lurking in the shadows, waiting for an opening, ready to deliver a fatal blow at any moment.
Kyros's expression instantly darkened, and a trace of gravity flashed in his eyes.
He swiftly activated his Observation Haki. His perception spread outward like ripples, keenly tracking the paths of all three men's attacks.
He shifted slightly to the side, his movements flowing naturally as he deftly evaded Talick's greatsword. At the same time, he swiftly swung his sword, precisely blocking Telas's attack.
Clang! The swords collided in a shower of sparks, and the powerful impact sent a slight tremor through Kyros's arm.
He clearly felt his opponent's tremendous strength, but his gaze remained firm, without the slightest hint of retreat.
Talick, Telas, and the Gladiator who used Observation Haki worked together seamlessly.
Like tightly meshing gears, they unleashed a relentless storm of attacks, giving Kyros no chance to catch his breath.
Talick's attacks were fierce and powerful. Every swing of his sword carried overwhelming force, as though he meant to crush Kyros to dust, and even the ground trembled slightly under his attacks;
Telas's attacks were nimble and varied, as tricky and vicious as a venomous snake. His blade always struck unexpectedly at Kyros's vital points, forcing Kyros to remain constantly on guard;
The Gladiator who used Observation Haki relied on anticipating Kyros's movements.
He launched deadly attacks from time to time, his sword flickering around Kyros like a ghost, making it impossible for Kyros to guard against every strike.
Under the three men's combined assault, Kyros gradually found himself on the defensive. Several minor wounds appeared on his body, and blood trickled down his arm, dripping onto the ground and staining a patch of it red.
"Come on, Kyros! You can do it!" Seeing Kyros in trouble, the spectators were frantic with worry.
They shouted encouragement, their voices full of worry and hope. Many even stood up and clenched their fists, sweating over Kyros's plight.
Viola's little face turned pale with tension. She clutched Kakarot's arm, her nails almost digging into his skin.
Her voice trembled slightly. "What do we do? It looks like Kyros can't hold on! Didn't you say he could win?"
Kakarot patted Viola's hand and said, still perfectly composed:
"Don't worry. Kyros's Observation Haki is about to make a breakthrough. Things will turn around any moment."
Hearing Kakarot's calm words, Viola calmed down too.
Kyros gritted his teeth, enduring the pain of his wounds as he silently considered how to counter them.
He kept adjusting his breathing and rhythm, gradually calming his mind until it was like a deep lake without a single ripple.
His Observation Haki continued to improve as he fought and his state of mind changed.
His perception grew increasingly detailed, and he tracked the three men's movements with greater and greater precision, striving to find a flaw in their coordination.
Finally, during a fierce exchange, the Gladiator who used Observation Haki, seeking to defeat Kyros more quickly,
grew too impatient and exposed a tiny opening. Telas also left a gap between his attacks because of a brief lapse in their coordination.
Kyros's eyes suddenly lit up, and he lunged with the swiftness of a hunting cheetah.
He moved so fast that his figure was almost impossible to follow, his sword thrusting fiercely toward the Gladiator who used Observation Haki.
The Gladiator's expression changed drastically, and fear flashed in his eyes. He wanted to dodge, but it was already too late. He could only barely raise his sword to block.
Kyros's sword struck his blade. The tremendous force made his arm shake violently, nearly knocking the sword from his grasp, and he involuntarily stumbled several steps backward.
Seeing this, Talick grew anxious and attacked Kyros recklessly, trying to rescue the Gladiator.
The corners of Kyros's mouth lifted slightly in an almost imperceptible smile.
Taking advantage of Talick's haste, he deftly dodged, letting Talick's attack miss, then followed through with a kick to Talick's waist.
Talick screamed as he flew helplessly through the air and crashed heavily to the ground. He struggled a few times but could no longer get up.
"Wonderful! You were exactly right, big brother!" Viola jumped up excitedly, a joyful smile spreading across her face as she eagerly shook Kakarot's arm.
After dealing with Talick, Kyros focused all his attention on Telas and the Gladiator who used Observation Haki.
A trace of fear appeared on the Gladiator's face, and his body trembled slightly.
Telas, meanwhile, looked unwilling to accept defeat. He gritted his teeth, a hint of stubbornness still showing in his eyes.
But they did not give up. Gritting their teeth, they swung their swords and charged at Kyros again.
Kyros's gaze was firm, like a burning flame. He drew a deep breath and unleashed his Armament Haki at full strength, his aura suddenly surging.
Wielding his greatsword, he began his final showdown with Telas and the Gladiator.
The three men's swords clashed repeatedly in the air, sending sparks flying. Every collision carried tremendous force, making the surrounding air tremble with a buzzing sound.
Telas and the Gladiator's attacks grew weaker and weaker. Their arms had begun to shake, and their movements slowed.
Kyros only grew fiercer as the battle continued. His sword danced through the air like black lightning, every swing carrying tremendous power.
Finally, during a fierce exchange, Kyros seized an opportunity and knocked the Gladiator's sword away with a single strike, then followed through with a kick that sent him to the ground.
Immediately afterward, he spun swiftly, knocked Telas's sword away with one strike, and pressed his blade against Telas's throat.
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