Bab 296: Chapter 289: Knight
[Lightning Release: Flash!]
*Shiiiiiiiii*
As the electric current extended throughout the timeline, Tenth couldn't help but open his eyes...
He had fallen into the enemy's trap...
Even as he witnessed his precious pets being swallowed by the electric current, Tenth remained motionless...
There was no need; he had lost...
Initially, he thought creating this timeline would keep him safe. This was also why Fourth couldn't find him; only Reisuke could locate him due to the nature of his Diary and time-related powers. However, even Reisuke couldn't enter this timeline, let alone harm him. This allowed Tenth to collaborate easily with Reisuke, as that boy was incapable of inflicting harm.
However, it all ended now, as the powerful strike of that sword spread like a bomb and quickly engulfed him...
"I will die as a knight; it is an honor to fall under a sword. Be cautious of Fifth; that kid is not normal... I hope you win... and protect your Lady."
With these last words, Tenth closed his eyes, and a smile formed on his face. As a knight, he died with honor, under the glow of a sword, and the one who killed him also possessed a dignified aura. The only concern he had was Yuki losing to Fifth. As a comrade, he knew how powerful that kid could be. However, his worries vanished upon knowing that as a knight, he had a lady to protect. Yuki, as a knight, wouldn't give up; victory was within reach. With these thoughts, the timeline collapsed...
*BOOMMMM*
Tenth had died...
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"Ha... Ha..."
Breathing heavily, Yuki knelt down; the amount of chakra he used in that final attack was immense.
Destroying an entire timeline, this feat alone was incredible...
Although it wasn't necessarily a globally significant timeline, but a small one the size of a room, it was more than enough to be proud of.
However, it was necessary; otherwise, killing Tenth would have been impossible...
Locating his position using Genjutsu with the Sharingan, using the Ninth Bullet to send his consciousness to the timeline where Tenth hid was risky and dangerous. A single mistake, and his consciousness would be destroyed through the waves. Synchronizing with Est and activating her jutsu, waiting for the opportune moment to call her through his consciousness into Tenth's timeline, was exhausting.
Yuki knew that using only his consciousness, it was impossible to defeat Tenth hiding in that timeline using his body. However, thanks to his contract, Est could enter that timeline through Yuki's consciousness, even though the risk was significant.
Fortunately, they succeeded...
Their plan to kill the rat in the hole was a success...
"Est, return to my spiritual world; we can't leave that place alone for too long..."
[I know, Master...]
Acknowledging his orders, Est returned to the spiritual world, also keeping an eye on the Sephira Crystal. The Demon King was bad news after all...
Moreover, Tenth's final warning was unexpected and carried much weight. For Fifth, who possessed the power of Time, Yuki knew how troublesome that kid could be.
*BOOMMMM
However, Yuki had no time to rest as another explosion echoed throughout the area...
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At the same time Yuki disappeared into the shadows, both Yuno and Tsubaki raised their guard; they knew their next opponents would be tough.
"I'm counting on you, Gasai-san..."
Turning her head to her companion, Tsubaki couldn't help but remind her. Unlike Yuki, Yuno was challenging to deal with.
"I don't like you... But Yuki said to protect you, so don't talk to me. I'm not your comrade. Also, stay close; it would be a problem if you died."
As Tsubaki expected, Yuno didn't see her as a companion but more as baggage. Nevertheless, Tsubaki just shrugged. After all, Yuno's aura was dangerous, and Tsubaki had no doubt that Yuno was stronger than her. She also felt nervous because at this rate, they were heading towards their 'DEAD END,' which worried her the most.
Without Yuki around, she had to grit her teeth, even though she didn't want to; she had to trust Yuno.
Yuno was also irritated; taking care of this woman was a hassle. If it weren't for Yuki's request, she would have already killed her to continue with their lives and prevent her from becoming a problem.
"Hm?"
Suddenly, Yuno furrowed her brow, sensing something abnormal in the air. Although she didn't know what it was, her instincts started tingling.
*Shiiiiii
As if responding to her instincts, her Diary started to beep.
Without wasting time, Yuno read the entries on her phone, and her expression sank.
"Fast-acting poison!"
"Eh?"
Without giving a second glance to Tsubaki, Yuno grabbed her and ran.
Tsubaki, who still didn't understand what was happening, couldn't help but open her mouth. Nevertheless, she followed Yuno; after all, she didn't have her Diary, and even if she did, almost all the regulars had died, rendering her Diary useless.
"Kukuku... As expected of Second Onee-chan, it's very difficult..."
Hidden in the shadows, a child wearing a gas mask smiled. He looked at his Diary, where the drawings of two women running were evident. Due to the colors and shapes, it was clear that these two drawings belonged to Yuno and Tsubaki.
With Yuki pursuing Tenth, Reisuke knew it was his chance to attack. Although he knew he couldn't face Yuno and Tsubaki head-on, it didn't mean he couldn't use tricks, such as poison.
It might be that their bodies had undergone reconstruction and were stronger, but that didn't make them invincible. Also, the poison had to be effective.
"Hm?"
But as he looked at his Diary, the entries changed, showing both drawings stopping, and a sphere formed around them.
"This is how it should be. Come, use your powers, Ninth Onee-chan, I leave them to you..."
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"This should be enough..."
Creating a sphere around them, Tsubaki altered space, enclosing both of them in a kind of barrier, isolating the poison from them.
Since no matter where they ran, it seemed the poison dispersed in large quantities like a gas, covering the temple in a sort of cloud.
Fortunately, this little trick wouldn't be enough to kill them.
"Hm... Let's wait for the gas to disperse."
Agreeing, both Yuno and Tsubaki stopped, waiting for Yuki. No matter when the poison was used, it was destined to disappear with the wind, so they weren't worried.
Unfortunately, things didn't go as planned.
An energy sphere headed towards their location at high speed. Seeing this, Yuno took Tsubaki by the nape and dodged with a jump.
"Ugh?!"
*BOMM
Creating a strong explosion, the debris was absorbed by space and swallowed into the void. Seeing this made Yuno clench her teeth. If they had been a bit slower, that attack would have hit them, spelling the end for both.
Fortunately, the barrier didn't disappear; otherwise, they would be in danger due to the lingering poison in the air.
*Cough, cough...
Grasping her throat in pain, Tsubaki couldn't help but cough. Yuno had grabbed her suddenly and without warning, causing her to choke. However, when she was about to complain, her eyes widened at the large crater where they had stood before.
Seeing this sent a shiver down her spine, and at the same time, she couldn't help but give Yuno a second look. Due to her, they were still alive.
"Thanks, Gasai-san..."
"Don't thank me... The enemy is up there."
"Hahaha, well, well... So, this is where you hide, huh?"
As if responding to her words, a voice echoed from the sky.
Crossing her arms, Minene smiled cruelly, looking down. A barrier protected her body, just like Tsubaki's, preventing the poisonous gas from affecting her.
Seeing Minene, Yuno and Tsubaki couldn't help but feel uneasy; a dangerous enemy had appeared.
"Huh? Second? Eh... We meet again. Where's the other brat? Is he hiding? Or did he abandon you? Hahaha."
After a bit of the poisonous gas dispersed, Minene could see the two figures she had attacked. Seeing Yuno, she couldn't help but be surprised. For Minene, Yuno was her last enemy. With the aura she carried and her abilities, Yuno was the real deal.
Status Power Mingguan
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Power 
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