Chapter 77: CHAPTER 76 - MANIFEST (4)

Ichiro, caught in a moment of shock and fear at the sight of the monstrous creature, found himself transported back to the haunting memory of his death. The strange atmosphere was broken when a sudden slap brought him back to reality.

"Get a hold of yourself!" Hikari shouted, her urgency evident.

Ichiro, still bewildered, looked at Hikari, unsure of how he ended up beside her. "What happened?" he asked.

Hikari, equally confused, explained, "It seems at the moment of danger, you saved me. But it seems you weren't aware. We are being attacked, didn't you notice it?"