Volume 6 Chapter 13 The One-Flash | Destiny <Determined>

-That day-

Liam had announced that he would be going out to play, and he decided to have Ellen, who was training, tag along on a whim.

(Ill be shopping with Master today!)

Ellen was delighted that she could spend time with Liam, her Master.

The luxury car that they were on was shaped like a limousine.

Although it had tires, they were rarely used as the car came with the function to fly.

Of course, as it was a custom-made luxury car, its interior design was rather grand.

The car was sliding along the road, levitating half a meter above it.

Ellen glanced at the katana that was next to Liam.

Even among Liams favorites, this one had a special place in his heart.

The katana that Ellen had received was also from Liams collection, and it had been engraved with the drawing of a golden tiger.

Her sword was a fine specimen in its own right, but there was a mysterious power dwelling in Liams nameless katana.

(Master has been carrying that sword around these days.)

As it was his most prized katana, it wasnt often that he carried it around.

It was as if he was being wary of something.

Liam was sitting down on a seat and drinking from a glass that Tia had poured liquor into.

Daytime drinking is the best.

Lord Liam, that was a wonderful way of drinking. People would be head over heels for you.

Tias words sounded like flattery, but Ellen somehow knew that she was serious.

After all, there was so much passion reflected in Tias eyes that they almost looked like hearts.

If she had tails, she would probably wag it like an excited dog.

On a separate note, Ellen had been sensing a strange presence since a while ago, so she inquired Liam about it.

Master?

Yes? If you want a stuffed animal, Ill buy one for you.

I-its not about that! Um, Ive been getting this restless feeling.

She described it as a restless feeling, but it was more along the lines of getting the chills.

A shiver was running down her spine.

It shouldnt have been cold, but she was having the chills.

It was as though someone was observing them.

Ellen looked outside the window for clues, and Liam seemed somewhat happy about this development.

So youve come to understand a bit.

Liam remained relaxed.

On the other hand, Tia, who had been chirping happily until now, became serious.

She was confirming something with the guards outside through a terminal.

Is anything off?

She received a report from her subordinates.

Nothing unusual has beenwait. There are some people ahead of us on the road. Two, from what I see?

When she heard this, Tias eyes shot open, and she yelled out an order.

All members are to be on the lookout!

The car suddenly swerved, and everything inside naturally shook.

Liam downed the glass of liquor and muttered,

You were too late on the uptake. We wont be able to escape.

Ellen had been looking up at the cars ceiling when she was blown away by Liam without a word of warning.

The car was chopped in half before she could process what had happened, and the seat that she was sitting on just a moment ago suffered a similar fate.

The car which had been split into two fell to the ground before skidding to a stop.

W-what?

Ellen looked around and saw a woman standing there, her beautiful dark blue hair waving with the wind.

Huh? Is she perhaps

The woman stared at her with a smile on her face.

The smile reeked of madness.

Someone else jumped down next to Ellen.

The newcomers voice sounded rather rough.

Ya didnt die from that, right? Show yerself, Liam!

Her orange hair was tied to the back; however, it still looked like a lions mane, probably reflecting the womans strong personality.

Ellen noticed something.

(These people are strong.)

They both had katanas on their waists.

With a rapier in hand, Tia shot out from one side of the bisected car.

You bastards! Who do you think youre pointing your weapons at!

Despite facing Tias wrath, the two women simply grinned.

Not weak, I guess? But, ya know~

Yeah. Shes better than most, but thats all there is to her.

Their abilities were clearly a cut above Tias.

Perhaps realizing this, Tia did not rush forward carelessly and stood in a position where she could protect Liam.

Lord Liam, please leave this to us.

Liam stood up slowly, put his hand on his nape, and cracked his neck.

When the knights gathered around him to serve as his guards, he made a hand gesture and shooed them away.

Dont be stubborn. You guys are in the way, so back off.

B-but!

The orange-haired woman next to Ellen turned her attention to the two katanas on her waist.

Tia noticed this and put herself in front of Liam.

As a result, her left hand was cut off.

Two huge scars had appeared on the ground.

Even with her left hand gone, Tia remained standing in front of Liam.

Seeing this, the orange-haired woman clicked her tongue.

The hell? Was planning on showing ya the difference in our abilities by having both yer arms sliced off.

Then, the woman with dark blue hair laughed mockingly at her companion.

You suck~

Ang? Ya want me to come at ya when Im done with Liam?

Just as sparks began to fly between the two, Liam stepped forward.

He picked up Tias hand and returned it to its owner before telling her to step back.

Youve done well to shield me. What you did this time is worthy of praise.

Lord Liam!?

Tia was standing there, stunned, so he pushed her to the other knights and left her with them.

With Liam stepping forward, the air around them completely changed.

The two women that had been exchanging flippant remarks readied their stance.

Liam stood provocatively before them and said, Whats wrong? Arent you guys here to kill me?Based on how much hesitation Im seeing, I doubt that you guys are real disciples of the School of One-Flash.

Upon seeing how they wielded their swords, Liam arrived at the conclusion that they were from the School of One-Flash.

Ellen was also convinced of this.

(So theyre from the same school of swordsmanship!)

The first to react was the woman with dark blue hair.

Nice to meet you, Senior Brother. Im Satsuki Rinhothe legitimate successor of the School of One-Flash.

Although she was polite, her eyes that were on Liam contained killing intent.

As for the other woman, she didnt even bother hiding her hostility.

My names Shishigami Fuuka! By taking your life, Ill become the true successor of the School of One-Flash!

Fuuka drew her katanas and charged at Liam.

This was an unusual move as the School of One-Flash specialized in shooting out invisible blades.

From what Ellen could tell, Fuuka had rapidly launched thousands of slashes with her swords.

Despite her rough appearance, she was a dexterous swordswoman.

Master!

Ellen screamed at Liam.

Liam, however, did not even pull out his katana.

Ellen, make sure you observe closely.

He then proceeded to block all of Fuukas slashes with slashes of his own.

He did not forget to instruct Ellen even as he confronted Fuuka.

Its my first time fighting against someone from the same school. This might be my only opportunity as well.

Liam acknowledged that they were from the School of One-Flash.

Believing that she had just been played, Fuuka felt infuriated.

Dont be so cocky! One-Flash!

Fuuka was about to swing her katanas at a speed which the human eye could not follow, but Liam stomped on both her blades before that happened.

Huh!?

Liam had stomped on them just as she had crossed her swords.

Ill tell you something goodIm stronger than both of you.

He then kicked Fuuka to the sides, making Rinho extremely cautious.

How troublesome.

She launched waves upon waves of slashes, but they were all blocked when Liam unsheathed his katana.

With every exchange, more and more cracks were appearing on the ground.

None of Liams knights were able to interfere in this confrontation between disciples of the School of One-Flash.

It was only the three people on the stage, and from time to time, they teleported to different locations.

They were exchanging strikes at such a high speed that only the sounds of metals clashing could be heard.

The wind around them gradually began to blow like a storm, sending the knights into disarray.

What in the world is happening?

Dont move forward! Youll die!

We cant even provide assistance like this!

Contrary to their expectations, the two womens conditions were slowly becoming worse and worse.

They were receiving minor wounds as well.

Although they werent anything serious, injuries were piling up on them bodies.

Both women were surprised by that.

Liam let out a sigh.

He had enough leeway to do so in front of the two women.

In contrast, the women were riddle with wounds and breathing roughly.

(Master is so strong!)

Ellens mind was blown away by Liams strength.

She had known that her Master was powerful, but she didnt know exactly how strong he was.

Through this battle where people from the same school fought, she was able to ascertain his strength.

Whats up with you two? Are you so frightened that you cant take this seriously? If thats the case, do your worst and attack me together.

Liam sheathed his katana and spread his arms out, triggering the two swordswomen.

Rinho even forgot to filter her words.

To have the audacity to show me an openingDie, you lil sh*t!

The blood vessels on Fuukas forehead were bulging.

Ill kill ya Ill kill ya! Ive never been humiliated like this! Ill chop ya until nothing but dust remains!

Rinho lowered her posture and disappeared from her spot, reappearing right next to Liam.

The ground beneath her had cracked.

She was expressionless as she tried to reap Liams life.

With God speed, she shot out a powerful blow.

One-FlashDisappear.

Fuuka, on the other hand, jumped up, twisting herself so that she would spin in the air.

One-Flash! Go to hell!

Fuuka fired an unprecedented number of slashes that came down like a storm.

It was a storm that could cut down anything in its path.

The natures of their attacks were completely different.

On the one hand, there was Rinhos attack, which was simple yet powerful.

It followed the normal path of the School of One-Flash, which was to put an end to the battle with a single swing of the sword.

On the other hand, Fuukas attacks werent as powerful as Rinhos, but she made up for it through the sheer number of slashes.

Although it deviated from the normal path of the School of One-Flash, it was more efficient in a sense to shoot out multiple blows with optimal power than to crush everything with a strike that could be deemed as overkill.

They had both learned under the same master (Yasushi), yet they were treading on completely different paths.

(Then what about Master?)

Ellen looked over at Liam.

Liam was smiling as he faced the duos One-Flash.

Both of you are second-rate at best. Come back after training yourselves.

Liam blocked Rinhos strike and cancelled out Fuukas flurry of slashes with a single slash of his own.