Chapter 17:

Bikaku Kagune may not possess the flashy characteristics of the other Kagune types, but it offers a well-rounded and balanced set of abilities.

Unlike Ukaku, which excels in long-range attacks but lacks close combat capabilities, or Koukaku, which is powerful but lacks speed and flexibility, or even Rinkaku, which is agile but lacks defensive power, Bikaku strikes a balance in all aspects.

The boss exemplifies the strengths of a Bikaku Kagune user. Throughout the battle with the child, he showcases a combination of speed, strength, defence, and attack. He keeps up with his younger brothers in terms of speed, holds his ground defensively, and delivers powerful blows to match the child's offensive onslaught.

The lack of pronounced weaknesses in Bikaku allows the boss to maintain a strong and competitive position in the fight against the child. His well-rounded abilities prevent the child from exploiting any particular vulnerability, forcing the child to stay on the offensive and avoid getting cornered.

While the other Kagune types may possess more distinct advantages and disadvantages, the boss's Bikaku Kagune proves to be a reliable and versatile weapon.

Its moderate and balanced nature enables the boss to hold his own against the child's relentless attacks and showcases the overall effectiveness of a Bikaku Kagune in combat.

The boss who is well-balanced in all aspects has better overall strength than the child, not to mention that there are two younger brothers harassing the child.

This battle is another life-and-death crisis!

The child obviously felt a sense of crisis, his lips were slightly pursed, and his blood-red eyes were fixed on the boss. He did not relax at all, but there was no flinching colour on his face!

Yes, even in a mortal situation, the child did not choose to run away as before, as if he was obsessive, stubbornly refusing to back down.

It is as if the child who has risen in strength has realized an inexplicable truth in his heart. If he has the ability to protect himself but still hides like before, then he will always have no choice but to survive!

He wants to be strong, he wants to become stronger and stronger! He wants to stand fearlessly in the sun, so he must not back down anymore!

The ignorant child had such a strange idea in his heart, even he himself could not understand, but he did it without any doubt!

"Shoo!"

The bullet-like Ukaku shot in densely, completely sealing the child's retreat, and at the same time, the foolish second child also slammed from the right side, but the boss's momentum was attacked frontally, and the thick tail suddenly swung to the child!

(Can't avoid it! There is no way to avoid it!).

The child's eyes were a little at a loss. The child did not know how to deal with the current situation when he encountered the situation of being besieged for the first time.

The bright red Bikaku came with the breath of death, but in the eyes of the child, it was like slow motion, watching death approaching him bit by bit as if he was about to suffocate.

intuition!

There seemed to be a voice in his heart guiding him, telling him what to do!

"Puff puff!"

As the smoke and dust settled, a small figure rolled out, covered in the bright red Rinkaku Kagune. The child's body was adorned with diamond-shaped spikes, resembling a hedgehog.

The attack from the boss had been effectively blocked, but the child's body was riddled with small openings oozing blood, staining his clothes crimson.

However, the child's remarkable regenerative abilities quickly came into play. In a matter of seconds, the wounds on his body began to squirm and heal before his very eyes.

The blood that had flowed out was absorbed back into his body. It was a display of terrifying regeneration, allowing the child to recover rapidly from the damage inflicted upon him.

Realizing the peril of being surrounded on three sides, the child relied on his instincts and prioritized countering the long-range strikes of the Ukaku user.

With his exceptional regenerative powers, he could withstand the attacks of the third child and quickly recover. However, if he had been subjected to the boss's or the second child's attacks, the outcome would have been far less favourable.

While the boss missed his strike, the eldest brother was relentless in his pursuit. Determined not to give the child a moment's respite, he chased after him and brought his knee, which was slightly larger than a fist, crashing down toward the child's head.

The second brother, not to be outdone, swung his Koukaku Kagune forcefully at the child, despite struggling to keep up with the child's speed.

The battle continued to escalate, with each brother utilizing their unique Kagune types and strategies to overcome the child's resilience and maintain the pressure on him.

The third brother is still wandering around the periphery of the battle circle, and when he sees the right time to attack, he uses the diamond-shaped Ukaku to obstruct the child's movements.

The coordinated attacks from the three brothers had trapped the child in a difficult situation. His initial plan to defeat the boss first was thwarted by the relentless onslaught from all sides. As a result, the child found himself gradually depleting his physical strength, struggling to keep up with the relentless assault. Exhaustion loomed over him, creating a sense of crisis in his heart.

Meanwhile, the boss couldn't hide his astonishment. Despite their combined efforts, they were unable to capture the slippery child. His small frame allowed him to dodge their attacks with agility and elusiveness. Additionally, the child displayed remarkable fighting intuition, always finding the best way to save himself and escape dire situations. The boss couldn't shake the feeling of being constantly watched by a predatory beast, which kept him on edge, fearing any moment of relaxation that would leave him vulnerable to the child's merciless attacks.

The child's reputation as an "evil spirit" earned from encounters with the Doves of the 24th Ward only added to the boss's apprehension. The child's demeanour was indifferent, yet fierce, displaying ruthlessness and cruelty that left a lasting impact on the boss's memory.

Amidst the draining of his physical strength while evading attacks from all directions, the child's gaze remained fixed on the boss. Suddenly, a glimmer of light appeared in the child's bright red eyes, and a cruel smile formed on his lips.

With saliva dripping from the corners of his mouth, the child continued his relentless advance toward the boss.

In a daring move, the child's two slender Rinkaku Kagune entangled the boss's tail. Embracing the boss's right fist with both hands, the child allowed the forceful strikes to land on his slender body.

His nails dug deeply into the boss's arms, refusing to let go. Ignoring the excruciating pain in his abdomen, the child's excitement grew as he opened his mouth wide and sank his teeth into the boss's strong arm.

The child's decision to latch onto the boss's arm and sink his teeth into it sent shockwaves through the battlefield. The boss let out a cry of pain, his face contorted in agony. The child's grip and bite were relentless, fueled by a mix of determination and a savage instinct.

Blood trickled from the wounds inflicted by the child's teeth, staining his lips crimson. With each passing moment, the boss's strength weakened as the child continued his assault, unyielding in his grip and unrelenting in his bite. It was a grisly display of the child's ferocity and resilience.

The boss struggled to break free, his attempts to pry the child off proving futile. The child's teeth sank deeper into the boss's flesh, puncturing muscle and sinew. The pain intensified, but the child remained steadfast, undeterred by the boss's desperate attempts to escape his clutches.

In the midst of this brutal exchange, the child's eyes burned with an unsettling mix of madness and triumph. His exhilaration grew as he tasted the boss's blood, savoring the power and dominance it represented. It was as if he reveled in the pain he inflicted upon his adversary, relishing in the visceral satisfaction of asserting his dominance.

The boss's strength waned further, his struggles weakening as the child's relentless assault took its toll. The child's body, covered in wounds and blood, displayed a resilience beyond comprehension.

His regenerative abilities surged, rapidly healing the injuries sustained during the battle, giving him an almost supernatural advantage.

As the child's grip on the boss tightened, a sense of inevitability filled the air. The boss's resistance dwindled, his once-formidable strength reduced to a mere flicker.

The child's victory seemed imminent, fueled by a combination of cunning, strength, and an unquenchable thirst for dominance.

In this pivotal moment, the battlefield fell silent, the outcome hanging in the balance. The child, his eyes gleaming with an insatiable hunger, seemed poised to claim his ultimate triumph, while the boss, weakened and bloodied, fought desperately to retain his diminishing grasp on survival.

The clash of wills and the clash of their beings reached a crescendo, with the outcome destined to reshape their fates forever.