P.S= #23: Elliott vs Sliver

Cory darted through the building, his senses attuned to the potent Haku emanating from a nearby door. The intensity of the energy hinted at an impending confrontation, the gravity of which weighed on his every step.

"I always knew you were a traitor. First, I'll deal with you, and then those two," declared a voice, resonating with a mix of disdain and determination.

Meanwhile, Ava, fueled by a sense of urgency, hastened to free Kiyomizu from captivity. The clinking of chains echoed in the dimly lit room as Ava worked swiftly.

"You might be my elder brother, but I despise you to the point of wanting to end your existence," proclaimed Ava, a simmering hostility underlying her words.

"The feeling is mutual," retorted the older brother, his voice laden with an equal measure of resentment.

With charged emotions fueling their clash, the siblings charged at each other, the air crackling with anticipation. A seamless dance of combat unfolded as they engaged in the intricate, each movement carrying the weight of their shared history and training. The air crackled with energy as they initiated their synchronized "4 Arts Taekwondo."

Elliott's voice cut through the tension, "1st Stage: Fire Fist!" Flames erupted from his clenched fist, a searing attack aimed directly at Silver. The fiery projectile sliced through the air with a swift FWISSH! In response, Silver smoothly countered, "2nd Stage: Fire Wheel!" His spinning kick generated a blazing wheel of fire that met Elliott's attack head-on.

The collision erupted in a thunderous KA-SHDOOOOOM! The sheer force behind their techniques sent shockwaves, causing the surrounding environment to shudder. The sound of their feet scraping against the ground, SKRRIIIK!, echoed as the impact pushed them both backward.

Undeterred, Elliott soared into the air with a powerful leap, executing the third stage of his Taekwondo technique, "Flaming Kick!" His foot, wreathed in flames, descended with incredible force, creating a KA-WHAOOOM! The concussive force rippled through the air, and it seemed like victory was imminent.

However, Silver, demonstrating remarkable skill, intercepted Elliott's kick with his hand, coated in the advanced 2-stage haku. With a swift movement, he seized Elliott's foot and slammed him forcefully into the ground, eliciting a pained GAAAAAGH!

Silver continued his assault. A swift punch to Elliott's stomach doubled him over. Before the next strike could land, Elliott reacted with lightning speed. He coated his feet in Haku and executed TOOWISH!, a defensive maneuver that repelled Silver's impending attack.

Meanwhile, Ava seized the opportunity to free Kiyomizu from her restraints. With an agile grace, Kiyomizu rose from the chains, her eyes reflecting both relief and determination. Ava couldn't help but comment, "The AoiHi Clan's hand-to-hand combat skills are truly exceptional, aren't they?"

Observing the ongoing battle, Silver taunted, "You've grown stronger, Elliott, but strength alone won't save you. Remember, we share the same training, but I was the first to master it."

Elliott, undeterred, discarded his jacket and undershirt, revealing the scars of his tumultuous past. "You're correct, but there's something more." He lunged at Silver, unleashing a unique technique, "Reverse Taekwondo Solo Technique: Impact Bomb!" His left foot connected with precision, creating a deafening explosion TOODOOM!

Silver, visibly affected, grunted in response. "What the hell was that?" he questioned, struggling to regain his composure. Elliott smirked, "A technique of my own creation It's called Reverse Taekwondo Solo Technique, and I made it myself. Now bring your face over here so I can smash it in for you," Elliott's voice cut through the charged atmosphere, his eyes gleaming with a mixture of arrogance and determination.

The room seemed to shrink as Elliott's challenge hung in the air. In response, Sliver, fueled by both anger and a sense of redemption, retorted, "Why don't I kill the Trinity and the girl instead?" The words dripped with malice.

"NO!" Elliott's voice rang out, the protective instinct for his comrades cutting through the room. The tension tightened like a taut wire, ready to snap.

Without hesitation, Elliott dashes in front of Ava and Kiyomizu to protect them Silver kicks Elliott into the wall .WHAM! The impact echoed through the room, leaving an indelible mark. The room seemed to hold its breath, anticipating the next move.

"Why were you so mad, huh? Wasn't it you who kidnapped her?" Silver's accusation sliced through the charged air, forcing Elliott to confront the consequences of his actions.

Elliott, rising from the rubble, surrendered the fight in more ways than one. "Look, I'm sorry for that. I was wrong. I was trying so hard to give my family love and attention." His admission hung in the air, a confession that peeled away layers of resentment.

"He's just like me," Kiyomizu thought to herself, her gaze shifting between the two brothers, recognizing the shared struggle beneath the surface.

"Cory entrusted me with one job, and that's to bring you back safe and sound. I will protect you guys and fulfill my promise," Elliott declared, a newfound resolve gleaming in his eyes while looking at Kiyomizu.

"Hahahah, that's my little brother for you, always standing up for the weak even though he's weak himself," Sliver laughed, a mix of pride and camaraderie.

Now, with a sense of finality, they charged at each other. WHAM! SKREEEK! Their fists collided with a force that sent shockwaves through the room. TEP! Elliott leaped into the air, and Silver, looking up, prepared for the final act.

As Elliott's voice reverberated through the chamber, a surge of intense heat accompanied his final technique, the "Reverse Taekwondo Solo Secret Technique: Flaming Dragon King!"  Flames erupted from his leg like a blazing inferno, forming the shape of a majestic dragon with wings outstretched. The vivid hues of orange, red, and gold danced in harmony, casting an ethereal glow across the room.

The fiery dragon, an embodiment of Elliott's burning determination, roared silently as it soared through the air. Its tail left a trail of shimmering embers, and its eyes glowed with an otherworldly intensity. The temperature in the chamber spiked, and the air crackled with the energy of the unleashed blaze.

Silver, caught in the wake of this magnificent spectacle, found himself face-to-face with the searing heat of the Flaming Dragon King. The flames roared louder, creating an illusion of a mythical creature charging towards its target with unrestrained power.

As the dragon descended upon Silver, the scorching heat intensified, and the air wavered with mirage-like distortions. The impact of the attack resonated with a thunderous KA-SHDOOOOOM-BOOOOOOOM, engulfing the immediate surroundings in a cascade of sparks and heat waves.

Elliott, having unleashed the full force of his fiery prowess knocked Silver out cold. He lands with a controlled grace, his eyes reflecting both exhaustion and the satisfaction of a well-executed technique. The remnants of the Flaming Dragon King lingered momentarily, dissipating into trails of dissipating embers that painted the air with fading hues of warmth.

"I told you that I would smash your face in," Elliott proclaimed, a mixture of exhaustion and triumph etched across his face.