Chapter 36: Foolish Nae

The four demons launched an attack on the three people in the circle simultaneously.

"You two just focus on protecting yourselves, don't worry about me."

"Understood, take care of yourself."

The four demons and three people quickly engaged in battle.

Knowing that Nae was the strongest among the three, three demons focused on her while the remaining one dealt with the other two. Gradually, the three humans were separated.

Akino and Yuka were already injured and exhausted from their long run. Even together, they struggled to fend off one demon, constantly facing life-threatening danger.

The demon's chaotic and unpredictable attacks left them flustered, but they managed to hold on.

Nae, on the other hand, was not in a favorable situation either. With almost no combat experience, she found herself overwhelmed by the sudden onslaught of three demons.

Fortunately, her unique physique with six times the muscle density, combined with her strange breathing technique and peculiar Nichirin Sword, allowed her to dodge and attack with exaggerated movements, resembling a rhythmic gymnast twirling a ribbon.

Hatsune, watching from the stone platform, felt a mix of embarrassment and concern, not for Nae's safety but for the shameful display of her techniques.

He silently vowed never to team up with Nae again, fearing it would tarnish his reputation.

"Love Breathing, First Form: Shivers of First Love."

Nae swung her Nichirin Sword, which transformed into a long, whip-like weapon, slashing a deep wound from a demon's shoulder to its abdomen, nearly slicing it in half. However, the wound quickly healed before her eyes.

The demon howled and continued its assault, joined by the other two from different directions, trapping Nae in a pincer attack.

Suddenly, Nae performed a 360-degree flip, kicking one demon's jawbone to pieces, and stomped another to the ground.

Hatsune observed this from the stone platform, marveling at Nae's extraordinary luck and the impressive display of muscle density six times that of an average person.

Most people, after rigorous training, could only achieve two to three times the muscle density, with visible changes in their physique. But Nae was naturally endowed with such density, which would only increase with age, without the need for deliberate training.

Her body appeared normal, except slightly more voluptuous, with slender arms and legs. However, when exerting force, her muscles would instantly swell to two to three times their normal size, creating a terrifying sight.

A casual kick could shatter a demon's jawbone and flatten another demon. The power behind her kicks was immense.

However, this girl's soft heart made her hesitate to kill these bloodthirsty demons. That's why Hatsune had harshly criticized her.

He refrained from helping, hoping the real danger would make her realize these demons were no longer human. They were driven by bloodlust and had to be killed to ensure safety. Otherwise, exhaustion would lead to her demise.

Nae seemed aware of this but still couldn't bring herself to kill. Perhaps with more time and experience, she would harden her resolve.

"Love Breathing, Third Form: Catlove Shower."

Nae maneuvered like a nimble, affectionate cat, dodging and attacking in unpredictable patterns. The Nichirin Sword moved in strange trajectories, turning into a hula hoop in her hands.

In a flash, the three demons were covered in wounds, but Nae still refrained from beheading them, allowing their injuries to heal repeatedly.

The demons, frustrated by her agility and sharp attacks, couldn't land a blow on her. Realizing their target was difficult, they instinctively sought self-preservation.

During the battle, one demon let out a low, rumbling "woof" sound, a signal Nae couldn't understand and dismissed.

As the fight continued, Nae noticed the demons' attacks weakening. They no longer surrounded her from three sides but instead grouped together.

Fighting from three directions was challenging, but focusing on one direction, even with all three demons' combined attacks, was also hard to handle.

The sudden change in their attack pattern caught Nae off guard, forcing her to retreat. She realized the demons had become smarter.

Their previous relentless attacks were now more strategic, making Nae's defensive moves ineffective and leaving her frustrated.

However, she didn't notice that since the demon's signal, their target had shifted.

Gathering together to attack, they created an opportunity to turn and pounce on Akino and Yuka behind them.

Nae, realizing too late, could only use her fastest technique.

"Love Breathing, Second Form: Love Pangs."

A pink light streaked across the ground, the Nichirin Sword rapidly slashing side to side.

Almost simultaneously reaching the two people, the Nichirin Sword severed two demons' legs, but that didn't stop their momentum. Moreover, the remaining two demons were unscathed.

After the strike, Nae was now back-to-back with two attacking demons. In such close range, there was no time for another move, especially with two people in front of her.

Hatsune, noticing her intention, felt a surge of anger.

How foolish!