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Chapter 129 - CHAPTER 128: Yamanashi Showdown, Part 10

As the ominous presence of the growing black hole loomed over the battlefield, casting a shadow of dread upon all who beheld it, Raiden's mind raced with desperate calculations. With each passing moment, the gravitational pull of the black hole intensified, threatening to consume everything in its path with ruthless efficiency.

Amidst the chaos, Enishi stood unperturbed, his expression twisted into a mocking smirk as he observed the unfolding events with an air of superiority. To him, the impending catastrophe was nothing more than a mere spectacle, a testament to his unrivaled power and dominance over all who dared to challenge him.

But for Raiden, the stakes could not have been higher. With the fate of countless lives hanging in the balance, he knew that he had to act swiftly and decisively if there was any hope of averting disaster. And so, with a steely determination burning in his eyes, he called upon the full extent of his abilities, channeling the elemental fury of the storm itself into a devastating display of power.

"Voltic Cataclysm!" he roared, his voice echoing across the battlefield like thunderclaps heralding the coming storm. In an instant, the very fabric of reality seemed to tremble at his command as tendrils of crackling lightning converged around him, coalescing into a swirling vortex of electrifying energy.

With a single purpose burning in his heart, Raiden directed the full force of his attack towards the heart of the encroaching black hole, unleashing a torrent of raw power that rent the very fabric of space and time asunder. For a brief moment, the two titanic forces clashed in a spectacular display of cosmic warfare, the crackling energies of Raiden's lightning storm warring against the insatiable hunger of the black hole.

As the cataclysmic battle raged on, the barrier erected by the Hollow Vanguard division strained against the relentless onslaught, its very existence threatened by the overwhelming forces arrayed against it. But even in the face of such overwhelming odds, Raiden refused to yield, pouring every ounce of his strength and resolve into the struggle to protect those under his care.

Meanwhile, Enishi watched on with a twisted sense of amusement, his smirk growing ever wider as he observed the unfolding chaos with a cold detachment. To him, the clash was nothing more than a fleeting diversion, a mere sideshow in the grand spectacle of his own supremacy.

As the aftermath of the cataclysmic clash between Raiden's Voltic Cataclysm and the encroaching black hole unfolded, the battlefield lay strewn with the wreckage of destruction, a testament to the awesome power unleashed by both sides. The once serene landscape now bore the scars of cosmic warfare, with the massive crater serving as a stark reminder of the forces at play.

Amidst the chaos, the Hollow Vanguard division sprang into action, expanding their imaginary barrier to encompass the area where the black hole had threatened to consume all in its path. With a surge of energy, the barrier intermingled with Raiden's reality-breaking attack, resulting in a violent explosion that rent the very fabric of space and time asunder.

The shockwave from the explosion rippled outward, carving a massive crater in the earth's surface that stretched for 68 kilometers in diameter. Below the surface, the elevation plummeted to depths of more than 1,000 kilometers into the mantle, while above the surface, the terrain rose to heights of 429 kilometers into the exosphere.

Enishi, ever the enigmatic figure, wasted no time in restoring the battlefield to its former state, his powers of manipulation over reality allowing him to effortlessly mend the fractured landscape. With a casual flick of his wrist, the devastation wrought by the explosion was erased, paving the way for the continuation of the relentless struggle.

Yet, even as Enishi sought to resume the battle with renewed fervor, the toll of the conflict weighed heavily upon Raiden. Lying prone upon the ground, the Emperor of Lightning could feel the lingering effects of his exertions, his body battered and bruised from the titanic forces he had unleashed.

With a weary sigh, Raiden acknowledged the limitations of his own power, realizing that he could only muster the strength to unleash his devastating Voltic Cataclysm attack once, or perhaps twice more, before his reserves were depleted. Yet, despite the daunting odds stacked against him, Raiden refused to yield, his unwavering determination driving him to push forward, no matter the cost.

Using the Life Enes to heal his wounds and restore his strength, Raiden rose once more to his feet, his resolve unshaken by the trials that lay ahead. For in the crucible of conflict, it was not the strength of one's power that determined victory, but rather the strength of one's will to persevere against all odds.

As Enishi strode confidently towards the amassed practitioners, a palpable tension hung in the air, thick with anticipation of the impending clash. The Hollow Vanguard division, ever vigilant, sprang into action, launching a coordinated assault in a bid to thwart Enishi's advance. Raiden, meanwhile, observed from a distance, his thoughts consumed by the recent exchange and the realization that Enishi had seemingly lost interest in their personal duel.

"He stopped fighting me," Raiden mused inwardly, his gaze fixed on the unfolding spectacle, "he probably lost interest after experiencing Voltic Cataclysm... It's probably for the best to work with the rest."

As the Hollow Vanguard division unleashed their Chaos Enes in a desperate attempt to halt Enishi's advance, the ground split asunder, yawning chasms opening beneath Enishi's feet. However, with lightning reflexes, Enishi seized upon a point and leapt skyward, evading the trap with ease.

"That was an error on your play," Enishi remarked casually, his voice tinged with amusement as he assessed the situation. With a flick of his wrist, he sent a weak slash towards the practitioners, testing their defenses with a calculated strike. The Hollow Vanguard division swiftly reacted, teleporting themselves and their comrades to safety, narrowly escaping the brunt of Enishi's attack.

Enishi sighed audibly, a hint of disappointment flickering across his features. However, his mood quickly shifted as he sensed a formidable presence approaching, one brimming with Enes reserves that rivalled his own. A smirk played across Enishi's lips as he recognized the promise of a new challenger, one who might offer him the thrill of true competition.

"Finally... An even better opponent than Raiden!" Enishi thought to himself, his anticipation building with each passing moment.