As the relentless dance of combat continued between Haruka and Hikari, the air crackled with tension and anticipation. Haruka, swift and precise in his movements, initiated the assault with a flurry of strikes. Hikari, displaying her own formidable skills, expertly parried and countered, creating a mesmerizing display of martial prowess.
A smile graced Haruka's face as he deftly slipped around Hikari's straight right, delivering a powerful uppercut to her body. The impact resonated, and before she could recover, a jab to the body and a right hook to the head followed. Hikari, resilient as ever, was sent flying several tens of meters away, a testament to the sheer force behind Haruka's blows.
Sakura, poised to intervene, found herself facing a new threat as Enishi intercepted her path. With a swift and precise slash, he created a massive cut in the ground, effectively separating her and the rest of the group from the ongoing confrontation. The cut served as a stark reminder of the danger Enishi posed, his proficiency with the blade evident in the precision of the attack.
Enishi, indifferent to their predicament, issued a warning, "Don't get it wrong, I'll still attack you, even if you don't attempt to help Hikari against Haruka." His words hung in the air, emphasizing the ruthlessness that defined their approach to combat.
Amidst the chaos, Haruka, seemingly content with the outcome, suggested a departure. "Enishi, don't you think it's finally time for us to head back? I've attained what I wanted..." As he spoke, he discreetly concealed something in his clothes, catching Hikari's attention. A mysterious edge, reminiscent of a cube, remained etched in her memory, leaving her to ponder its significance.
The unfolding events hinted at a complex interplay of motives and objectives, weaving a narrative that extended beyond the boundaries of the immediate confrontation. The enigmatic duo, Haruka and Enishi, held secrets that lingered in the shadows, compelling the group to confront not only their physical prowess but the mysteries that shrouded their true intentions.
As the group, undeterred by the earlier separation, rushed toward the duo, Enishi's dissatisfaction echoed through the air. "How boring," he uttered, his tone carrying a sense of indifference. In response, a relentless barrage of slashes manifested, hurtling towards the group with deadly precision. Panic gripped them, and they attempted to evade the impending danger, but the slashes closed in rapidly.
Yet, just as the lethal strikes were mere moments away from making contact, they inexplicably vanished. The slashes, intended to create a gap rather than inflict harm, had cut deep into the ground, leaving a shattered path of destruction in their wake. The distance they covered, an impressive 115 meters, testified to the sheer force and precision Enishi wielded with his blade.
Haruka, standing alongside Enishi, expressed his anticipation for a future meeting. "I'm looking forward to meeting up with you all, sometime in the near future..." His words hung in the air, leaving a lingering sense of unresolved mysteries and unexplored potential.
With a swift teleportation, Enishi and Haruka vanished from the immediate scene, leaving the group in a state of bewilderment. Hikari, unfazed by their departure, expressed her disdain, referring to them as "idiots." Sakura, on the other hand, found herself compelled to acknowledge the vast difference in capabilities.
"I'm now convinced, though. These two, especially Enishi, are far beyond our capabilities," Sakura admitted, a note of resignation in her voice. The encounter had exposed the gaping chasm in power, and the formidable duo had left an indelible mark on their consciousness.
Hikari, reflecting on her own performance against Haruka, asserted, "I was able to keep up with Haruka." However, Sakura, ever insightful, cast doubt on the extent of Haruka's revealed strength. "I doubt this is all he's got, considering the ridiculous power Enishi holds." Her words hinted at a realization that the true depth of their adversaries' abilities might still lie shrouded in mystery.
As the dust settled, the group grappled with the aftermath of the encounter, pondering the implications of their newfound knowledge and contemplating the challenges that lay ahead.
"Do you want to go somewhere and eat food?" asked Hikari, a stark contrast to the intense battle that had just taken place. Before Sakura, ever practical, could respond, reminding her that some members of the group were injured, Hikari effortlessly addressed the concern by utilizing her mastery over the Aether Life Enes. "Some of us are injured," Sakura stated. Unfazed, Hikari then effortlessly healed the entire group with a sweeping gesture, and in an instant, wounds were mended, and any damage inflicted during the encounter with Haruka and Enishi vanished. However, Kaito's persistent scar, a lingering enigma, remained untouched by the healing energies.
Sakura, though momentarily puzzled by the unyielding scar, eventually acquiesced. "Well... Okay, then," she agreed. Hikari, brimming with enthusiasm, declared, "Great!" and promptly took the lead. However, a sudden realization prompted her to reconsider. "Nevermind, I'll just teleport us all," she announced, leading the group to the vibrant streets outside the Yokohama Marine Tower.
Kaito, curious about their destination, inquired, "Where will we go?" Hikari responded with a carefree suggestion, "Let's just roam around." With that, she initiated the teleportation using the mysterious Void Enes, transporting the group to a bustling street in Yokohama.
As they strolled through the vibrant cityscape, the residual tension from the earlier conflict began to dissipate. The city's lights painted a vivid tapestry against the night sky, providing a serene backdrop to their post-battle excursion. Each step carried them further from the battlefield, and the camaraderie among the group slowly rekindled.
Kaito, still pondering the significance of his enduring scar, found himself engrossed in the sights and sounds of Yokohama. Hikari, Yuki, Ryouichi, Aria, and Sakura shared laughter and conversation, the events of the battle momentarily relegated to the background.
Amidst the lively atmosphere, Ryouichi, ever the guide, declared, "I know a good place..." The anticipation of a more relaxed setting intrigued the group, prompting them to follow Ryouichi through the winding streets of Yokohama. The city, with its eclectic blend of modernity and tradition, unfolded before them, setting the stage for a night of unexpected encounters and perhaps a newfound sense of unity among the diverse individuals brought together by destiny.