Chương 36: Unnamed

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Accelerator left the hidden mansion with satisfaction gleaming in his eyes. If anyone were to stumble upon that mansion, they would undoubtedly be frightened beyond belief. The sight that awaited them was one of pure horror, a torso hanging grotesquely on the gate, its limbs floating ominously to the sides. This macabre display was Accelerator's handiwork. He believed that Tendou had contributed the most to the suffering of the Cursed Children, so he deserved nothing less than this brutal end.

Now concerned about the safety of the kids, Accelerator sprinted toward Paradise. The scene he witnessed upon his arrival was nothing short of spectacular, something that defied belief. A Stage V Gastrea was wreaking havoc, charging toward Paradise. A bunch of brats—children he had trained and empowered—were holding it back with surprising tenacity. The Gastrea was followed by thousands of Stage I Gastreas, making the situation even more troublesome. Yet, the kids were holding their ground remarkably well. They weren't dealing significant damage to the Stage V Gastrea, but their resistance was impressive nonetheless.

Sumire and Miori stood on the walls, watching the battle unfold with a mixture of awe and concern. Rentaro, Kisara, and Enju arrived at their side, their expressions mirroring the gravity of the situation. Accelerator felt a surge of pride seeing the kids holding their own against such formidable foes.

The first Stage V Gastrea, a monstrous scorpion-like creature, was being bombarded by a barrage of attacks from the children. Fireballs, ice spikes, and wind blades flew through the air, striking the beast with relentless ferocity. The children coordinated their attacks with precision, each one utilizing their unique Blood Arts to contribute to the assault. Despite their efforts, the Gastrea's thick exoskeleton absorbed much of the damage, but their persistence was commendable.

Satisfied with their performance, Accelerator was about to join the fray when the ground beneath him began to tremble violently. A massive earthquake shook the area, causing debris to fall and the children to stumble momentarily. Emerging from the chaos was another colossal Stage V Gastrea, this one even more grotesque than the first. Its body was a nightmarish amalgamation of various animal parts, and its head was that of a lion, roaring with primal fury.

The new arrival, identified as Cancer, was a terrifying sight. Its presence sent a ripple of fear through the air, but Accelerator remained unfazed. He could see that the kids were momentarily taken aback, but they quickly regained their composure.

"Another challenge," Accelerator muttered to himself, a maniacal grin spreading across his face. The children's determination only fueled his own resolve.

On the front lines, Sana directed the children with unwavering authority. "Range users, focus on the Scorpio! Fighters, prepare to engage the new threat!"

The children responded with a resounding cheer, their spirits undeterred by the appearance of the second Stage V Gastrea. Elemental attacks continued to barrage the Scorpio, while the fighters moved to intercept Cancer. Despite the overwhelming odds, there was no sign of fear in their eyes—only the fierce determination to protect their home.

Sumire observed the battle with keen interest, her analytical mind racing. "The children are holding up well, but we need to find a way to deal more damage to the Stage V Gastreas," she said, turning to Miori.

Miori nodded, her eyes narrowing as she assessed the situation. "We need to exploit their weaknesses. Find a way to pierce their defenses."

Rentaro clenched his fists, his gaze fixed on the monstrous Gastreas. "We can't let them reach Paradise. We have to hold the line."

Enju, standing beside him, radiated determination. "We'll do whatever it takes to protect our home."

As the children continued their relentless assault, Accelerator decided it was time to step in. He couldn't let the brats handle everything on their own. He leaped into the air, using his vector manipulation to propel himself toward the battlefield with lightning speed.

"Time to show these pests what real power looks like," Accelerator said, his voice filled with a mixture of excitement and fury.

Landing with a thunderous impact, Accelerator immediately assessed the situation. The Scorpio was still being bombarded by elemental attacks, while Cancer lumbered forward, its massive form crushing everything in its path. The children's coordinated efforts were impressive, but it was clear that they needed his help to deal a decisive blow.

Accelerator focused his attention on the Scorpio first. He manipulated the vectors of his surroundings, amplifying his strength and speed to superhuman levels. With a burst of energy, he charged toward the monstrous Gastrea, his movements a blur. The Scorpio lashed out with its venomous tail, but Accelerator dodged effortlessly, closing the distance in the blink of an eye.

"Let's see how you handle this," Accelerator muttered, a wicked grin spreading across his face.

He unleashed a devastating punch, his enhanced strength smashing into the Scorpio's exoskeleton with a resounding crack. The force of the blow sent shockwaves through the creature, causing it to stagger. The children seized the opportunity, redoubling their efforts to attack the beast's vulnerable spots.

Meanwhile, the fighters engaged Cancer with unrelenting ferocity. Blades clashed, and fists struck with the force of thunder. Each child displayed remarkable skill and bravery, their Blood Arts adding a supernatural edge to their attacks. Despite the overwhelming power of their foe, they fought with unwavering resolve.

Accelerator continued his assault on the Scorpio, each punch and kick landing with bone-shattering force. The Gastrea's exoskeleton began to crack under the relentless barrage, and its movements grew more sluggish. Sensing victory, Accelerator pressed the attack, his mind focused solely on bringing the beast down.

As the battle raged on, the children drew strength from Accelerator's presence. His sheer power and determination inspired them to fight harder, to push beyond their limits. Together, they were a force to be reckoned with, a testament to the strength of their bond and the indomitable spirit of Paradise.

Despite the overwhelming odds, the defenders of Paradise held their ground. The Stage V Gastreas were formidable foes, but they were not invincible. The children, guided by Accelerator's unyielding resolve, fought with everything they had, their hearts set on protecting their home.

The battle was far from over, but one thing was clear, Paradise would not fall. The children, empowered by their love for their home and their trust in Accelerator, would see to that. As long as they stood together, no enemy, no matter how powerful, could defeat them.

With a final, earth-shattering blow, Accelerator shattered the Scorpio's exoskeleton, sending the massive beast crashing to the ground. The children cheered, their spirits lifted by the sight of their fallen foe. But the battle was not yet won. Cancer still loomed large, its monstrous form casting a dark shadow over the battlefield.

Summoning every ounce of their strength, the children prepared to face the new threat. They knew the battle ahead would be even tougher, but they were ready. With Accelerator leading the charge, they would fight with all their might to protect Paradise.

Accelerator watched the brats as they fought valiantly against the monstrous Cancer, but he could see they were struggling. It was time for him to step in. He held up a hand, signaling the children to fall back.

"Alright, you brats. Retreat and let the adults handle this," he barked.

The children obeyed without question, their trust in him absolute. Accelerator smirked as he cracked his knuckles, stepping forward to face Cancer. The Gastrea was the size of a three-story building stacked on top of another, a monstrous behemoth of flesh and terror. But to Accelerator, it was nothing more than a plaything.

"Time to see just how much I've improved," he muttered to himself, taking a deep breath and feeling the familiar rush of power from his Sun Breathing technique.

He lunged at Cancer with blinding speed, closing the distance in the blink of an eye. With a powerful kick, he sent the beast tumbling backward. Cancer roared, its monstrous head thrashing as it tried to regain its footing. Accelerator grinned, feeling the surge of adrenaline as he tested his newfound strength.

Cancer lunged at him, its massive claws swiping through the air with enough force to crush a building. Accelerator dodged effortlessly, using his vector manipulation to alter his trajectory mid-air. He landed on Cancer's back, his fists glowing with energy.

"Sun Breathing, First Form: Dance," he called out, his voice ringing with power.

His fists moved in a blur, striking Cancer with precise, devastating blows. Each punch landed with the force of a sledgehammer, sending shockwaves through the beast's body. Cancer roared in pain, but its healing factor kicked in almost instantly, repairing the damage before Accelerator could inflict any lasting harm.

"This is going to be fun," Accelerator said, a manic grin spreading across his face.

He leaped off Cancer's back, landing gracefully on the ground. Cancer turned to face him, its eyes burning with fury. Accelerator could see the creature's wounds healing almost instantly, flesh knitting back together with unnatural speed.

"Let's see how well you can keep up," he taunted, launching himself at the beast once more.

Cancer swung its massive claws at him, but Accelerator twisted in the air, avoiding the attack with ease. He landed a powerful kick to Cancer's side, sending the beast crashing into a nearby building. Cancer roared in anger, but Accelerator was relentless.

"Sun Breathing, Second Form: Clear Blue Sky," he shouted, his body glowing with energy.

He spun in a rapid, fluid motion, his fists striking Cancer with blinding speed. Each blow sent shockwaves through the air, the force of his attacks shattering the ground beneath them. Cancer's healing factor struggled to keep up, but Accelerator could see the beast was still regenerating faster than he could deal damage.

"Good, good. Keep healing. Let's see how long you can last," he said, his grin widening.

He leaped into the air, his body a blur as he moved with superhuman speed. Cancer tried to follow his movements, but Accelerator was too fast. He landed a series of powerful punches to Cancer's head, each blow causing the beast to stagger.

"Sun Breathing, Third Form: Raging Sun," he called out, his fists glowing with fiery energy.

He struck Cancer with a powerful uppercut, the force of the blow sending the beast flying into the air. Cancer crashed to the ground with a thunderous impact, its body crumpling from the force of the attack. Accelerator landed gracefully beside the fallen beast, watching with satisfaction as it struggled to rise.

"Come on, get up. We're not done yet," he taunted, his eyes gleaming with excitement.

Cancer roared, its body convulsing as it forced itself to stand. Accelerator watched as the beast's wounds healed, its flesh knitting back together with astonishing speed. He could see the frustration in Cancer's eyes, the creature's fury growing with each passing moment.

"Sun Breathing, Fourth Form: Burning Bones, Summer Sun," he shouted, his body glowing with fiery energy.

He lunged at Cancer, his fists striking with the force of a meteor. Each blow sent shockwaves through the beast's body, the ground beneath them shattering from the impact. Cancer roared in pain, its healing factor struggling to keep up with the relentless assault.

"Not bad, but you're still too slow," Accelerator taunted, his voice filled with amusement.

He leaped into the air, his body a blur as he moved with superhuman speed. Cancer tried to follow his movements, but Accelerator was too fast. He landed a powerful kick to Cancer's side, sending the beast crashing into a nearby building. Cancer roared in anger, but Accelerator was relentless.

"Sun Breathing, Fifth Form, Setting Sun Transformation," he shouted, his body glowing with fiery energy.

"Good, good. Keep healing. Let's see how long you can last," he said, his grin widening.

"Sun Breathing, Sixth Form: Solar Heat Haze," he called out, his fists glowing with fiery energy.

"Come on, get up. We're not done yet," he taunted, his eyes gleaming with excitement.

Accelerator laughed, a wild, crazed sound that echoed across the battlefield. "You're tough, I'll give you that. But you're still no match for me."

With a final, devastating blow, Accelerator sent Cancer crashing to the ground once more. The beast lay still, its body broken and battered. Accelerator stood over the fallen creature, a look of triumph on his face.

"Not bad. But I'm just getting started," he said, his voice filled with anticipation for the battles to come.

Cancer's massive form quivered, and for the first time, fear flickered in its beady eyes. The Gastrea turned and bolted, its immense frame shaking the ground as it tried to escape. Accelerator watched, initially stunned by the sheer cowardice, before bursting into laughter.

"Seriously? You're going to run away? Pathetic!" he mocked, his voice echoing through the battlefield.

Cancer's retreat only fueled Accelerator's disdain. "I lost all interest in you, coward," he said, shaking his head. "Time to end this."

With a casual motion, he reached into his Inventory and pulled out his Unbreakable Nichirin Blade. The sword gleamed with a menacing light as he grasped it firmly. A smile crept across Accelerator's face as he readied himself.

With a single, fluid motion, Accelerator slashed the air. To an observer, it might have seemed like a foolish act, a mere swipe at nothingness. But Accelerator knew better. He stood still, eyes fixed on Cancer's fleeing form.

A moment later, Cancer's massive body came to a sudden halt. The Gastrea shuddered, and a thin, vertical line appeared down its middle. The creature quivered violently before splitting in half, the two halves falling apart with a sickening squelch.

"Guess you weren't tough enough after all," Accelerator remarked with a satisfied grin. "Nasty, but effective."

He turned to face the brats, who had watched the entire spectacle with wide-eyed awe. "It's over," he declared, his voice carrying across the battlefield. "We won."

The children erupted into cheers, their voices rising in joyous celebration. "Big Brother! Big Brother!" they chanted, their faces alight with admiration and relief. Sana and Mina were the first to lunge at Accelerator, wrapping their arms around him in tight embraces.

"You did it, Big Brother!" Sana exclaimed, her eyes shining with happiness.

"Yeah, you're amazing!" Mina added, clinging to his side.

Accelerator chuckled, ruffling their hair. "Of course. Who do you think I am?"

Kisara, Rentaro, and Enju watched the scene unfold, their expressions a mix of relief and admiration. Sumire stood nearby, a gentle smile on her face as she observed the interaction.

"This is it," Kisara murmured, more to herself than anyone else. "We're finally safe."

Rentaro nodded, his eyes never leaving Accelerator. "He did it. He really did it."

Enju, always the energetic one, jumped up and down in excitement. "We're safe! We're really safe!"

Sumire approached Accelerator, her smile widening. "You're something else, you know that?"

Accelerator shrugged, a rare, genuine smile tugging at his lips. "Just doing what needed to be done. Now, let's make sure this place stays safe."

The children continued to cheer and celebrate, their joy infectious. The atmosphere was filled with a sense of relief and triumph. For the first time in a long while, there was hope. Accelerator looked at the smiling faces around him and felt a rare sense of contentment.

He had done it. They had done it. Together, they had faced the horrors of the Gastrea and emerged victorious. The future might still hold challenges, but for now, they could breathe easy, knowing they had each other.

As the celebration continued, Accelerator couldn't help but feel a weight lift off his shoulders. Perhaps now, he could finally relax, at least for a while. No more constant battles, no more endless worrying. Just peace.

And as he stood there, surrounded by the people he had fought so hard to protect, Accelerator allowed himself a moment of respite. It wasn't often he let his guard down, but here, with these kids and his companions, it felt right. It felt like home.

The battle was over, but the journey continued. And with Accelerator leading the way, there was nothing they couldn't face. Together, they would carve out a future free from fear and filled with hope. For now, that was more than enough.

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