*Kiyozawa awakened in an unfamiliar room. As his eyes adjusted to his surroundings, he noticed he was not alone.*
The Goat Cult Leader: "Oh good, you're awake."
*The cult leader said casually, as if Kiyozawa hadn't caught him red-handed murdering his father. Kiyozawa's frown was immediate and deep, his body tensing at the sight of the man who had destroyed his only loved family member.*
Kiyozawa: "Go away!"
*He spat, his voice trembling with anger and grief. As he spoke, his long black wings unfurled from behind him, a testament to his growing power and fury. He growled menacingly at the cult leader, baring his teeth like an animal protecting its den.*
The Goat Cult Leader: "Remember, Kiyozawa."
*The cult leader said, his voice cold and calculating.*
The Goat Cult Leader: "You allowed me to kill him. Your father tried to kill you first."
*The cult leader spoke the truth, but he knew that Kiyozawa would not listen to reason.*
Kiyozawa: "I said YOU COULD INJURE HIM, NOT KILL HIM!"
*He yelled, his wings flapping angrily behind him as tears of rage streamed down his face. He couldn't believe he had given the cult leader permission to harm his father at all.*
The Goat Cult Leader: "It doesn't matter."
*The cult leader spoke calmly, unperturbed by Kiyozawa's outburst.*
The Goat Cult Leader: "The book is connected to you. You are one of the links."
*He stepped closer to Kiyozawa, his eyes filled with a chilling possessiveness.*
The Goat Cult Leader: "At this moment, I'll be taking care of you until the day comes."
Kiyozawa: "I WANT NO PART OF THIS!"
*He shouted, his anger palpable as he glared at the cult leader. His wings were spread wide now, a clear warning sign that he might attack if pushed further.*
Kiyozawa: "I never wanted any part of your stupid book or your cult!"
The Goat Cult Leader: "It's already part of you."
*The cult leader repeated, his tone ominous.*
The Goat Cult Leader: "Whether you like it or not, the power of the book flows through your veins. You're one of the key players in this prophecy, Kiyozawa."
*He reached out to touch Kiyozawa's wing.*
*Kiyozawa broke down sobbing uncontrollably, unable to comprehend the magnitude of his loss. He had lost his father, the man he loved and admired most in the world, and now he was being told he was nothing more than a puppet for a cult. His grief was overwhelming, consuming him whole.*
Kiyozawa: "No, I REFUSE!"
*He screamed, his wings suddenly spreading wide as he prepared to fight. He lashed out at the cult leader, his wings moving like dangerous weapons since they're sharp as blades. He was grieving, angry, and determined not to become a puppet for the cult.*
Kiyozawa: "I won't let you control me!"
The Goat Cult Leader: "They always fight back."
*The cult leader murmured calmly, his hand resting on the ancient book. With a mere whisper of power, he activated a barrier around himself using just one percent of the book's immense power. The barrier shimmered like a glass wall, blocking Kiyozawa's wing attacks effortlessly.*
Kiyozawa: "FUCKING HELL!"
*He screeched at the top of his lungs, sending powerful sound waves crashing towards the cult leader. The noise was deafening, like a thousand alarms blaring simultaneously. But the cult leader stood firm, unfazed by the ear-piercing attack.*
*His eyes widened in realization. The cult leader wasn't fazed by his sound attack. Without hesitation, Kiyozawa summoned a sword from the darkness, its blade glinting menacingly. He launched himself at the cult leader, swinging the sword multiple times with deadly precision.*
*The cult leader effortlessly dodged Kiyozawa's sword swings with swift, calculated movements. He suddenly lunged forward, his punch connecting solidly with Kiyozawa's stomach. The blow was powerful enough to knock the wind out of him and send him stumbling backwards, his sword falling from nerveless fingers.*
*Kiyozawa doubled over, coughing up saliva as he struggled to breathe. The punch had been incredibly powerful, far more than he had anticipated. He stared at the cult leader in disbelief, shock coursing through his veins.*
Goat Cult Leader: "You fought me before and still lost."
*The cult leader taunted, his voice dangerously soft.*
Goat Cult Leader: "So, what's the point of fighting again?"
*He cracked his knuckles, his eyes watchful.*
Goat Cult Leader: "You're strong, Kiyozawa. But you're no match for me."
*He spread his hands, inviting another attack.*
*Kiyozawa snatched his sword back up, determination burning in his eyes. He charged at the cult leader again, slashing wildly at the barrier trying to find its weakness. Unbeknownst to him, the ancient book's power had activated to 10%, enhancing every swing of his sword since he is the second link.*
*The cult leader swiftly drew his own sword, the clash of steel echoing through the air as their blades met. Despite the goat mask obscuring his face, Kiyozawa could feel the intense gaze boring into him through the mask's eyeholes. Their swords locked together, each man testing the other's strength.*
Kiyozawa: "Don't mess with the Angels of Slaughter Yakuza!"
*He growled through gritted teeth as their swords clashed again and again. The force of their blows was so great that the very walls of the room began to crack and crumble under their might.*
*Their swords clashed over and over, each man refusing to back down. The energy building between them was palpable, shaking the foundations of the room. Kiyozawa fought with every ounce of strength he had, fueled by rage and desperation to defeat the cult leader.*
(In his mind).
"This is bad... He's not even phased by my attacks,"
*He thought desperately as their swords continued to clash. The cult leader seemed to be reveling in their fight, almost enjoying the battle against the enraged yakuza. Kiyozawa's concern deepened; what kind of monstrous strength was he facing?*
(Out of his mind).
He immediately let out a piercing screech, sending powerful sound waves crashing towards the cult leader in an attempt to distract and disorient him. As the ear-shattering noise filled the air, Kiyozawa swiftly drew back his sword, aiming to strike the cult leader down while his senses were temporarily overwhelmed.
Goat Cult Leader: "You already did that move before... Did you really believe it would work on me?"
*The cult leader spoke calmly despite the deafening screech, showing no sign of being affected by Kiyozawa's attack. His goat mask remained expressionless as he parried Kiyozawa's sword strike effortlessly.*
*In a flash of movement too quick for the eye to follow, the cult leader slashed Kiyozawa's arm with brutal precision. Kiyozawa instantly grabbed his wounded arm, blood seeping through his fingers as he stared at the cult leader in shock.*
(In his mind).
"How did he move so fast?"
(Out of his mind).
Goat Cult Leader: "That's enough. You are strong, but not strong enough against me."
*The cult leader spoke calmly, his voice echoing through the now silent room. He sheathed his sword slowly, showing no signs of exertion despite the intense battle.*
Goat Cult Leader: "I can't kill a link."
*Without another word, the cult leader vanished into thin air before Kiyozawa's very eyes. One moment he was standing there, the next, he was simply gone. Kiyozawa stared at the empty space, his arm still throbbing with pain, realizing too late that he had been toyed with.*
Kiyozawa: "Damn it..."
*He cursed under his breath, clutching his wounded arm as he turned towards the door. He intended to leave immediately, but as he approached the exit, an invisible barrier suddenly appeared, blocking his path. The air shimmered slightly where the barrier was located. He was trapped.*
(At the dark tunnels).
Mochizuki: "So, got any ideas how to get out of here?"
*He said, his voice low and urgent. He looked at Takumi and Kaien.*
Mochizuki: "We can't just stand here."
*Takumi studies each dark path carefully, his brows furrowed in concentration. He points to the one on the left, then the one in the center, and finally the one on the right.*
Takumi: "Left path seems too obvious... Center path feels... off. Right path has that mysterious aura about it."
Mochizuki: "Right."
*He agrees calmly, taking a step onto the right path.*
Mochizuki: "That mysterious aura could be our way out. Let's proceed with caution."
*He motions for Takumi and Kaien to follow, his movements were quiet.*
*Kaien hesitates, looking back over his shoulder warily.*
Takumi: "I'm assuming the goat cult leader split us up on purpose."
*He says quietly, his voice barely above a whisper. He glances at Mochizuki and Kaien, ensuring they understand the implication.*
Takumi: "He wants us to fight his members individually."
Mochizuki: "It makes sense strategically."
*He murmurs, his jaw clenched in anger.*
Mochizuki: "But personally, I want that cult leader's head on a spike. He marked Kaien."
*His hand instinctively reaches for the hilt of his knife.*
Mochizuki: "We need to prioritize taking him down."
Takumi: "We'll do that once we find everyone."
*He says, though he knows full well that he was nearly killed by the cult leader in their one encounter without Mochizuki he wouldn't even be here. He saw firsthand how powerful the man was. He glances at Mochizuki, who has fought the cult leader twice and still hasn't emerged victorious. Judging by the time lines.*
*The three of them walked down the right path, their footsteps silent. After a few minutes, they stopped abruptly, eyes widening as they saw a cult member dressed in a goat mask standing motionless ahead, blocking their path. His body was tense, ready for action.* "
Takumi: "He's just one."
*He whispers, his voice low.*
Envidiar: "Shall we begin?"
*The goat cult member says calmly, his voice echoing through the dark path. He slowly raises his hands, allowing a faint, ominous glow of dark energy to emanate from his palms, revealing just one percent of his true power.*
*As the cult member reveals his power, Mochizuki's eyes immediately change from their usual gold to a intense blue, indicating his preparation to use the Blue Flame.*
Mochizuki: "Let's fucking do this!"
*He immediately activates his blue flames, aiming them directly at the goat cult member. However, the cultist swiftly dodges the attack and pulls out a sword in response. The sudden appearance of the sword catches Mochizuki off guard.*
(In his mind).
"It's just a sword."
(Out of his mind).
*He quickly surrounds himself with blue flames, intensifying their heat using his energy. The flames reach an extreme temperature, causing the cultist's sword to melt instantly upon contact. The melted metal drips harmlessly onto the ground as the cultist stares in shock at the sudden turn of events.*
*The goat cult member freezes in place as Takumi activates his time freeze energy attack. Mochizuki, seizing the opportunity, engulfs the immobilized cultist in intense blue flames, burning him alive.*
Envidiar: "You think this would get rid of me?"
*The goat cult member snarls, dark energy swirling around him. His form begins to transform, taking on the appearance of a demon that closely resembles the seven deadly sin - Envy. The transformation is complete, and now stands before them as Envy itself.*
Mochizuki: "Fucking hell!"
*He exclaims, his eyes shifting to a dark black as his blue flames transform into ominous black flames. He immediately unleashes the black flames at the demon, aiming to incinerate it.*
*The demon disappears and reappear behind Takumi, swinging its sickles to slash him from behind. However, Takumi quickly reacts, channeling his energy into the sickles and freezing them in mid-air using his time manipulation ability. The sharp blades hang suspended mere inches from his back.*
Mochizuki: "Where's your boss?!
*He roars angrily, his entire body engulfed in black flames. He launches a massive blast of his black flames directly at the demon, determined to either destroy it or force it to reveal its master's location. His voice echoes with fury.*
*The frozen sickles suddenly reappear behind Mochizuki, swinging towards his unprotected back. However, the intense heat from Mochizuki's black flames proves too much for the weapon. The sickles begin to melt even before they reach his skin, dripping onto the ground as harmless pools of liquid metal.*
*The demon opens its massive maw, releasing a thick, purple smoke into the air. Mochizuki and Takumi both quickly channel their energy, creating protective barriers around themselves to block the noxious fumes. The purple smoke hits their energy shields, swirling around them before dissipating harmlessly.*
*Without hesitation, Mochizuki reaches out and grabs Kaien, pulling him behind his protective barrier. He positions himself as a shield, taking all of the purple smoke head-on. His black flames intensify, creating an even stronger barrier around both him and Kaien.*
Mochizuki: "Kaien... Me and Takumi got this."
*He says with a reassuring smile, even as he continues to hold the barrier strong against the purple smoke. His voice is calm and confident, letting Kaien know that he's safe and that they've got this under control.*
This will continue in the next chapter