Chapter 83 - The Demon Tempest

I might make few mistake in this chapters but hope you all enjoy.

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The moon hung low in the night sky, casting a silver glow over the dense forest, as Haruto and Shigure embarked on a covert mission. Silent as the shadows themselves, the pair moved through the forest with uncanny stealth, their senses attuned to every rustling leaf and distant sound. Haruto's keen eyes scanned the darkness, while Shigure's cat-like reflexes allowed her to navigate the terrain effortlessly.

As they drew closer to the suspected enemy hideout, they noticed an eerie silence that hung in the air. The forest, which was usually teeming with nocturnal life, had fallen eerily still, as if nature itself sensed the impending danger.

With a subtle hand signal, Haruto and Shigure communicated silently, confirming their readiness for what lay ahead. As they approached the hideout, they saw it was shrouded in darkness, concealed beneath a canopy of ancient trees.

Without warning, the enemy sprang their trap. A group of armed adversaries emerged from the shadows, brandishing an array of weapons. The moonlight glinted off blades, and the forest echoed with the metallic clinking of weapons.

Haruto and Shigure, undaunted, met the assailants head-on. Their attackers were skilled and ruthless, but the martial artist and the ninja possessed a formidable combination of strength and agility.

Haruto's movements were a blur as he engaged the enemy, his fists and feet striking with precision. Each blow was calculated, disarming and incapacitating his opponents one by one.

The adversaries, though armed, were outmatched by Haruto's speed and technique. His strikes disarmed them, one by one, as he deftly moved between them. Leaves and twigs were sent flying in the fierce battle.

Haruto sensed there were few who were hiding in the shadow and suddenly a menacing glint of steel, the enemy attackers sprang from their concealed positions. Haruto's reflexes kicked into action, and he expertly blocked the blows from the weapon-wielding assailants.

[ Void Release Fist - Destruction Kata: Annihilation Fist ]

Unleashing a series of strikes that produce explosive forces cause the assailant to feel their internal organs and body all mangle yet alive having easily been crippled as result. Their chance of fighting was over and Haruto made sure they weren't going to hurt anyone else.

'How is this so strong!? Shouldn't he be a disciple!?' The attacker thought seeing the might Haruto's unlenting and aggressive fist that contains the "intent" of Haru Kure and having the perfect compatibility for Haruto made him sense "Intent"

They hesitated for a moment, looking at Haruto like a monster within a young boy. He was too skilled for his age and considering he reached Master class level in technique made him a formidable opponent.

"So are you coming or not? If not then…" Haruto grinned having let loose his emotion since he has no reason to use [ Ryuusui Seikuken ] at the moment unless that person is equally as powerful.

The forest erupted into chaos as Haruto countered with a flurry of precise strikes and swift movements. His martial arts skills were a deadly dance of power and grace, his fists and feet moving in perfect harmony.

With a sudden, synchronized movement, the enemies attacked. Their weapons flashed through the air, threatening to strike Haruto from all sides. But the martial art master's reflexes were like lightning, and he moved with grace and precision.

Haruto's martial arts skills were a dazzling display of power and technique. He parried and countered the strikes, his movements calculated and efficient. The room reverberated with the clash of steel and the rhythmic sound of combat.

The onlookers watched in awe as Haruto overwhelmed the group of enemies. His power and skill were unparalleled, and he moved with the confidence of a true master. The enemies, despite their initial fervor, were no match for his martial arts prowess.

Haruto then sensed something as he evaded an attack that managed to cut a piece of his hair and stepped back looking at his enemy who exuded the power of a weapon master close to a Grandmaster but barely.

"Kid, just give up. You can't defeat me without a weapon." The man brandished his Katana that glint sharp that Haruto could feel them cutting through his skin showing that the man had acquired "Intent"

'Sword Intent….' Haruto thought having learned that those who have reached Grandmaster are capable of producing an effect similar to Killing intent where the primal cognition of blade cutting a flesh became clear. Perhaps if Miyamoto Musashi were to be alive now then his sword intent would be unmatched.

"Perhaps I can, perhaps I can't but you're not the one to decide. But I shall show you the skills and technique that my master had taught me." Haruto took out [ Akiitou ] who seem to react upon it's summons prepared to protect its master while he blew to sense it's "Intent" giving an idea what it wanted making him smile.

"In that case, tell me your name, kid? My name is Takeshi, known as the killing fang." The man named Takeshi should show his respect even though they are enemies and both shared the love in their martial art path.

"I am Haruto Kure, The "Demon Tempest" and son of the "Haru Kure"." Haruto introduced himself by removing his glasses, surprising his opponent who was taken aback that he was going to fight a child from the Kure Clan. Haruto wasn't worried about his name being spread since he made sure his family was safe using magic.

Not to mention even Yami has honor and won't attack people who are helpless. The thought of them fighting people who can't fight was shameful and doesn't desire to ruin their name because of it.

"Hahaha to think I'll be fighting a child from the kure. Then give me the honor of clashing our blades." Takeshi smiled believing that if his life ended at talented youth and that person was from the kure clan then his life had been fulfilled.

The two warriors faced each other, the tension in the air as thick as the scent of cherry blossoms. The forest was now a place of honor, and this duel would determine more than just the victor; it would test the principles of swordsmanship that both men held dear.

As the leaf from the trees slowly descanes and touch the ground is when the duel begins. Takeshi, with his katana drawn, moved with grace and precision, his strikes swift and deadly. Haruto, wielding his wakizashi, parried each attack with skill and agility, moving with the fluidity of a true master.

Their blades clashed, creating a symphony of steel, and the forest seemed to hold its breath in anticipation. Takeshi's intent was clear – he wanted to strike a fatal blow. Haruto, on the other hand, was resolute in his commitment to defeating his adversary without killing him.

[ Kousaka Style - Kousaka Slash. ]

Haruto swiftly swung his blade downward towards his opponent who twisted their body avoiding and left Haruto's back open for an attack.

[ Water God Style - Flow ]

He could only use this technique since he doesn't have anyone to guide him in how to properly use the style and even how much he swung it wouldn't come out the way he wanted. But an old saying goes " I fear not the man who has practiced 10,000 kicks once, but I fear the man who has practiced one kick 10,000 times."

Haruto despite only having one technique in [ Water God Style ] had completely surpassed the technique itself and used his mastery by placing his sword on his back and Takeshi was taken aback as his blade slided and caught off balance. He stepped back and his opponent also adjusted his approach then noticed a cut on his outfit.

"What a monster….not only are you a master in unarmed but also in armed combat." Takeshi couldn't help but feel more excited that the child who will surely defeat him had given him an honorable battle.

Haruto knows this, not everyone in Yami nor Yomi are evil but misguided by their faith in their Martial art philosophy. He is also in a different path from a traditional Katsujinken since he is willing to give exceptions solely based on their Karma. He is still against staining his hands but will punish someone who truly deserves it.

"Boy, that gaze you have, do not let that go. I may be from Yami but a promising martial artist such as yourself should keep his path straight." Takeshi was genuinely giving him advice, having communicated through their blades.

"I will keep that in mind. Well then, let's end this shall we?" Haruto said and his opponent smiled as the two took a stance and vanished from their spot where the next moment a part of their blade the only thing that can be seen and mark of their slashes etched into the trees.

Both were enjoying the duel and exchange lesson of their style. As the duel continued, the leaves above them swayed in the wind, as if bearing witness to the fierce battle below. Haruto's strikes were calculated, his movements precise, and he used his wakizashi to disarm and incapacitate Takeshi without taking his life.

Takeshi, though a formidable opponent, could not match Haruto's unwavering determination and mastery of his weapon. In a final, elegant movement, Haruto disarmed Takeshi, leaving him defenseless.

The courtyard fell into a heavy silence, broken only by the sound of their labored breaths. Haruto, with his wakizashi at Takeshi's throat, had emerged victorious without ending his opponent's life.

With a display of great honor, Haruto withdrew his blade, offering a hand to Takeshi to help him up. The defeated katana wielder accepted the gesture with a mixture of humility and respect.

"You are truly a Katsujinken till the end…well then I shall leave but as the winner tell me what you want me to do." As the winner it was their right to give the loser an order and honor that command.

"Live and continue your path. Do not harm nor kill for pleasure, only defend and protect." Haruto said as his opponent nodded and left where people would have ended him but Haruto can see through the person's Karma and true nature therefore knew he would honor his words.

Meanwhile as the two were fighting, Shigure, too, moved with grace and stealth, her bladed weapon flashing in the moonlight. She weaved through the chaos, her silent steps leaving adversaries bewildered as they attempted to strike at the elusive ninja.

With a coordinated attack, the enemies lunged at her, their weapons flashing through the air. Shigure's reflexes were like lightning, her movements a mesmerizing dance of power and precision.

The weapon master wielded her blade with incredible skill and grace, parrying and countering each strike with the fluidity of a master. Her control and dexterity were unmatched, and she moved without the slightest hint of fatigue.

The clearing reverberated with the clash of steel and the rhythmic sound of combat. Shigure's enemies, though fierce and determined, were outmatched by her formidable weapon mastery.

As the battle unfolded, it became evident that Shigure's skills were unmatched. She moved through the fight with unwavering energy, her strikes landing with remarkable accuracy. The enemies, despite their initial fervor, were unable to keep up with the tireless ninja.

With each enemy defeated, the clearing fell into a stunned silence. Shigure, victorious, stood alone amidst the fallen adversaries, her blades gleaming in the moonlight. Her stamina seemed limitless, and the forest had witnessed an extraordinary display of her weapon mastery.

The forest became a battleground, and the sounds of clashing steel and fierce combat filled the night. Leaves and branches were sent flying, adding to the spectacle of the confrontation.

As the battle raged on, it became apparent that Haruto and Shigure were not just formidable fighters; they were a seamless team. Their movements complemented each other, and their communication was wordless but effective.

One by one, the enemy combatants were disarmed and incapacitated, their weapons falling to the forest floor. Haruto and Shigure stood victorious, their chests heaving with the exertion of battle.

The forest had borne witness to the confrontation, and the moon shone down on the martial artist and the weapon master, their mission accomplished. Shigure unfortunately didn't often have any of her father's sword but it was enough as she had fun fighting with Haruto.

"Haruto…I want to try to have Sex." Shigure looked like she was blushing since Risa had given her some ideas lately when they spent some time in the Home in order to get to know each other. Haruto wryly smiled as they melted back into the shadows, vanishing into the night, leaving the defeated adversaries behind. The forest returned to its tranquil state, the rustling of leaves the only reminder of the fierce battle that had taken place.