kingnovel Chapter 693 - 693
Chapter 693 - 693
"I never expected Senior to actually win!"Shinkansen tracks.
Kurogane Ikki sprinted along the tracks at speeds undetectable by cameras while simultaneously monitoring the match situation through his student handbook. He had been extremely nervous when Touka engaged Yuudai Moroboshi, and couldn't help but cheer for his senior when he saw her defeat Moroboshi.
"Was she able to execute consecutive Raikiri strikes because she developed a technique that allows instant sheathing after drawing the blade?"
After some thought, Ikki roughly guessed the truth.
Touka's ability was lightning control, and since lightning was closely related to magnetic fields, she could also manipulate magnetism. Both Raikiri and Takemikazuchi were techniques born from magnetic manipulation.
This technique was the same.
By creating a special magnetic field between her wrists, she could instantly reverse the magnetic field's direction as the blade accelerated outward, causing it to accelerate back into the sheath. This allowed her to use Raikiri consecutively, forming attacks that far exceeded supersonic speed!
However, due to the sudden acceleration and directional changes, the strain on her wrists was tremendous, preventing her from using this technique too many times.
Touka had named this technique "Electric Flash."
Moroboshi had narrowly lost to her because he never expected she had developed this ultimate technique.
"I see it, that's the train!"
Ikki's expression suddenly sharpened.
A train lay stationary on the distant tracks. It appeared to have been stopped for some time, completely motionless, with passengers even stepping out through opened doors.
"Wait, why would passengers disembark from a stopped train?"
Ikki's eyes widened in realization.
They were on active railway tracks where other trains could pass at any moment. Getting off so casually was practically suicidal!
"Boom!"
Suddenly, pillars of flame shot skyward.
"There's a fight!"
Ikki's expression changed, and he unconsciously quickened his pace.
No wonder they left the train - enemies must be causing destruction!
Soon, he reached the train.
"Don't get in my way!"
Beside the train, the Crimson Princess glowed with phosphorescent light as she stood. With an impatient roar, fierce flames erupted from her sword, crashing toward her opponent.
"Stella!"
Ikki rushed forward immediately.
At the same time, the enemy opposite came into his view.
It was a middle-aged man.
With a stern, square-jawed face that seemed incapable of smiling.
He held a massive mountain-cleaving heavy sword in his single remaining arm!
With one swing of his sword, the man cleanly bisected the raging flames.
"Who is that?"
"No idea! He suddenly appeared to block me, saying I can't go to the arena. This must be one of Akatsuki Academy's dirty tricks!"
Stella was furious.
Akatsuki Academy?
A one-armed middle-aged man?
"Is that the One-Armed Sword Saint?"
Ikki instantly recalled the information Arisuin Nagi had mentioned earlier.
"Stella, you go ahead! Hurry to the arena! I'll hold him off!"
"Ikki, can you handle him alone?"
"Don't worry, I'm not foolish!"
"Alright!"
After a moment's consideration, Stella gritted her teeth and agreed.
So far, Kurogane Ikki had always been reliable in any situation, definitely not the type to act impulsively.
Moreover, they had promised to settle things in the arena. Since Ikki had already won, she couldn't fall behind!
Stella pushed her speed to the limit, instantly dashing into the distance.
The one-armed middle-aged man intended to pursue her, but Kurogane Ikki immediately blocked his path.
"Failed Knight, you think you can stop me?"
The one-armed man unleashed a chilling killing intent.
"How would I know if I don't try?"
Kurogane Ikki forced a smile.
No.
To be honest, even he thought it was extremely difficult.
To defeat Kuraudo Kurashiki, whose tenacity rivaled Yuudai Moroboshi's, he had already used his One Strike Kill—a technique that could only be used once per day. The little stamina he had barely recovered was almost completely depleted during his journey here.
He had no strategy for how to confront the One-Armed Sword Saint.
After all, the One-Armed Sword Saint's abilities overwhelmingly countered physical attackers!
The pressure was immense.
But no matter how great, he had to face it!
The thing he was worst at was giving up before even trying!
Meanwhile.
At the Dome Stadium.
"Touka, congratulations!"
The moment Touka returned to the spectator stands, she was greeted with enthusiastic cheers from Renren Tomaru and the others.
"It's still too early. I've only passed the first round," Touka replied modestly.
"But your opponent was last year's Seven Star Sword King, and he even defeated you before! You should be proud of yourself!"
"Haha..."
Touka chuckled lightly, then turned her gaze toward Kanata Totokubara.
"Where's my junior?"
"He just headed to the arena."
Kanata gestured downward with her smooth chin.
After a pause, she asked, "Touka, do you think Eiji can win?"
The question brought silence over everyone.
Their opponent was none other than Kurogane Ouma—an A-rank knight since seven years ago, a super genius who had defeated Stella head-on.
No matter how much confidence they had in Eiji, the future seemed bleak.
"There's no other possibility."
Touka smiled.
She recalled the scene from last night's special training with her junior, her tone unusually firm.
"My junior will definitely win!"
...
"The second round of Block D begins now!"
"Whoa!!"
"Ahhhhhh!"
The moment the announcer made the declaration, the entire stadium erupted like boiling water, deafening cheers filling the air.
"Wow, such popularity! As expected of the Aurora Swordsman, who's said to have thirty million fans across the country! Honestly, I'm a fan myself. I can't help but ask the remaining ninety million—do you not have phones? Haha, just kidding!"
After the joke, the announcer quickly laughed it off.
The "thirty million fans" was a self-proclaimed number by the Aurora Swordsman's online fanbase.
"Alright, let's welcome the two competitors! First, Hagun Academy first-year, 〈Aurora Swordsman〉 Eiji Nangou! As the God of War's disciple, he remained largely unknown for over a decade until enrolling at Hagun Academy this year. Right after entering, he defeated 〈World Clock〉! Despite his inherently weak physique, he has fought his way here, stepping onto this national stage as an E-rank knight! His transcendent swordsmanship even surpasses the Uncrowned Sword King! Let's welcome him!"
Instantly, the stadium erupted in an uproar.
"And on the other side! Descendant of the great hero Kurogane Ryouma, consecutive champion of multiple elementary school tournaments during his primary years, achieving the highest A-rank evaluation at just ten years old - his future knows no limits! Hailed as the strongest competitor in this year's Seven Star Sword Art Festival and the top favorite to win the championship - the 〈Blast Wind Sword Emperor〉 Kurogane Ouma!"
The host's passionate commentary echoed through the arena.
At the same time.
Red and blue gates opened on opposite sides of the stadium.
Two figures emerged from each entrance simultaneously.
The atmosphere in the entire venue instantly reached its peak!