The transformation that Miguel experienced didn't leave visible marks on his physical appearance, but his actions and attitudes reflected a profound and visible change in his essence. His way of behaving now was filled with elevated self-esteem, radiating a confidence that had previously seemed unattainable.
"Let's go again. Nena."
"Again! Again!"
Nena advanced toward Miguel with determination, her steps showing unwavering confidence as she approached him.
Meanwhile, Nina was immersed in deep concentration, her blue flames intensifying as her inner energy manifested. Her eyes gleamed with fiery intensity, reflecting the strength of the flames she was ready to unleash.
"Die!"
Nena unleashed a series of rapid and precise attacks against Miguel, each move loaded with her tireless determination. However, Miguel didn't remain passive in the face of the assault. He remained vigilant, his defensive posture reflecting remarkable agility and a keen understanding of Nena's movements.
"Coward! Coward!"
"I'm not a coward. I'm a strategist. Facing you head-on is a lost battle. I feel that touching your skin would burn me. I'm not that foolish, though..."
A subtle change occurred in Miguel's eyes, which were now tinged with red. It was as if an internal energy was about to be released. This transformation of his gaze indicated an intensification of his determination and energy.
In the next moment, Miguel launched a surprising counterattack, his charge directed at Nena with impressive force. The strike was fast and unpredictable, hitting its target in a display of the ferocity he now channeled.
However, Nena's reaction was instantaneous. She raised her arm in a quick and skillful defense, successfully blocking the blow. The energy of the impact reverberated through her muscles, but her defensive stance remained firm, resisting the strike with unwavering resolve.
"Useless! Useless!"
"Bloody Crystal!"
A moment of surprise and bewilderment unfolded in the battle. Suddenly, a blood crystal materialized on Nena's arm, a shocking reversal of events. This crystal pierced her own arm, causing a sharp and instant pain that caught her off guard.
Nena was confused and disoriented by this unexpected turn of events. She struggled to comprehend why this crystal was suddenly piercing her, an occurrence so out of the ordinary that it seemed to defy all logic. The pain she felt was both physical and emotional, her expression contorted in agony and confusion.
The intense pain and incomprehension led Nena to cry out in anguish, her tears mingling with the heat of battle. The sensation of being pierced by the blood crystal was beyond her understanding, and the despair in her gaze reflected the shock and pain she was experiencing.
"Nena..."
"Curiosity. Before, I could only use blood pines, but now, I have the ability to do whatever I want."
"So what! So what!"
With determination, Nena used her other hand to remove the blood crystal that was piercing her arm. With a firm gesture, she pulled it out, casting it to the ground as a sign of rejection of the adversity she had faced. An action that demonstrated her inner strength and unyielding will to overcome challenges.
Almost instantly, the wound on her arm began to heal, a regeneration process that seemed almost miraculous. The swift and efficient recovery bore witness to both her exceptional ability and the strength of the connection she had with her own energies.
A smile lit up Nena's face, an expression of triumph and overcoming. She knew she had faced a critical moment and emerged stronger than ever. The act of removing the crystal and healing herself in an instant was a declaration of her resilience and ability to adapt to the most challenging circumstances.
"It doesn't matter. My sister will always regenerate."
"Really? This battle promises to be even more thrilling. I thank you, twins. You'll be the perfect subjects to test my new power."
The twins felt the flame of anger burn in their hearts.
Without wasting time, Nena launched herself into a swift and precise movement, advancing toward Miguel with surprising speed. At the same time, Nina's blue flames began to stir, dancing around her in a frenzy of burning energy.
The cry that followed was a manifestation of the twins' unity. Their voices intertwined in intense harmony, charged with the energy of the flames and the emotion that propelled them. The cry was a display of their anger, a powerful assertion that they wouldn't be challenged without a response.
"You'll die! Filthy man!"
Nena pressed on with even more intense and precise attacks against Miguel. Meanwhile, Nina was preparing something bigger.
Concentrating her energy, she formed a massive fireball in the sky, an impressive manifestation of her power. The fireball gleamed and crackled, casting fiery reflections that illuminated the surrounding scene.
The combination of the twins' attacks demonstrated exceptional coordination and synchrony. While Nena advanced with her fiery aggression, Nina created an imminent threat in the sky, a promise of devastation that hung in the air like a constant reminder of the power of the flames.
"Is that so?! An attack like that will hit you too."
"Take this, filthy man!"
"Wait! You'll be hit too."
While Nena continued to press Miguel with her intense attacks, the fireball created by Nina in the sky began to split, transforming into several flaming spheres that aligned in sequence. The sight was breathtaking, a spectacle of blazing flames that seemed ready to consume everything in their path. The fireballs were launched in a cascade of fiery fury, heading directly towards Miguel. He struggled to defend himself against Nena's precise strikes, but with the imminent threat of the fireballs heading his way, the situation became even more challenging.
Faced with the desperate situation, Miguel had to make a quick decision.
'Blood Cocoon'
Miguel summoned a defense formed by his own blood, a barrier that enveloped his body and protected him from the fireballs launched by the twins. The flames that met this barrier were absorbed and neutralized, creating a visual clash between the fire and the crimson color of the blood defense.
However, even with the effectiveness of the defense, the power of the flames left marks on its surface. The intense heat damaged the blood barrier, creating cracks and weakened areas.
"Look what you've done. A part of me was destroyed, but why aren't you hurt? I feel like you're even stronger. Don't tell me..."
"Yes! Yes!" he said, smiling.
"Kiahahahaha! Kiahahahaha! Kiahahahaha!"
Nina's laughter echoed in the environment, a manifestation of scorn that filled the space with her emotionally charged presence. Her direct gaze and open laughter were a clear challenge to Miguel, a display of her confidence and disdainful attitude in the face of the situation.
Nina's laughter carried an unspoken message, an affirmation that she still saw an advantage amidst the battle. Her expression and posture were a sign that she believed the tide was turning in her favor, and her emotions were displayed openly and unabashedly.
"No matter what you do. My sister always grows stronger during the battle. Your defeat is inevitable. Filthy man."
"I understand. The more blue flames she absorbs, the stronger she gets, while those same flames have the opposite effect on me. It's an interesting dynamic."
"Yes, so die already. Man."
"But what would happen if I killed you first?"
"What?"
"What! What!!!"
While Nina maintained her unchanged stance, Nena was visibly surprised and bewildered. The shock in Nena's voice reflected the complexity of the situation, the fact that this perspective had never crossed her mind.
"Let's continue, Nina."
The scene took on a surreal touch as Miguel began to manipulate the blood emanating from the fallen corpses on the ground. With an impressive display of his power, he formed a liquid surface of blood and leaped onto it, turning the life-giving element into a sort of imaginary board. He was surfing on the blood, moving with surprising agility toward Nina.
Nina's reaction was swift. Aware of Miguel's intentions, she let out a sharp cry, the raw emotion in her voice reflecting surprise and the challenge she faced.
"Cut that blood!"
Nena's attempt to strike the blood Miguel manipulated resulted in a frustrating surprise. Her first kick went through the crimson liquid as if it wasn't there, a demonstration of Miguel's unique abilities and his impressive control over the element of blood.
However, Nena wasn't easily deterred. Determined to overcome this unexpected barrier, she continued to strike the blood, each attack reflecting her stubbornness and willpower. The scene was a showcase of her tenacity, even when faced with a challenging and unforeseen situation.
"It doesn't matter! I'll kill your sister first!"
"Damn it!!" Nina shouted.
Nina reacted to the challenge by launching concentrated blue flames from her hands, converting them into fire shots that were fired toward Miguel. The fire shots sped with impressive velocity, a torrent of fiery energy seeking to find its target.
Miguel wasn't willing to let his guard down. He used his blood defense to create a protective barrier against the fire shots coming his way. The scene was a delicate balance between offense and defense, each move and action representing the struggle between rival forces.
Nina didn't give up. She continued to fire shots of fire as she backed away, seeking to find an opening in Miguel's blood defense. However, her determination was facing difficulties, as Miguel managed to keep his barrier intact, successfully deflecting the fiery attacks.
"Stay away from me! Filthy man!"
"Not neh" he said, smiling.
Confronted with the futility of her attacks against the blood controlled by Miguel, Nena made a quick and bold choice. She decided to change her approach and ran toward Miguel, momentarily giving up on the ineffective strikes against the crimson liquid.
"Yes, come on, Nena!"
"Too late. Blood Bath!"
Miguel's attack directed straight at Nina brought a new wave of intensity to the confrontation. While Nina managed to burn a portion of the blood Miguel controlled, some of the liquid substance ended up falling onto her own body.
"Damn it!"
"Bloody Crystal!"
"Aaaarrrgggghhhh!"
The impact of the crystal piercing Nina's body brought a shocking twist to the battle. The expression of surprise and terror on Nena's face testified to how unexpected and abrupt the outcome of the fight was for her.
The image of her fallen sister, injured by the crystal, was a devastating blow to Nena, challenging all the expectations she might have had.
Miguel descended to the ground, his eyes fixed on the two fallen twins before him. His voice carried the weight of the battle fought, the choices made, and the unfolding consequences. With empathy and respect, he directed his words to Nina and Nena:
"My condolences."