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Chapter 148 - CHAPTER 147: Yamanashi Showdown, Part 29

As Ayame walked towards Shin with determined steps, her aura suddenly began to behave erratically, sending a shiver down her spine. In a matter of seconds, cracks began to form in the once impenetrable shield of ice that surrounded her, and with a resounding crack, it shattered into countless shards. Shin's attacks, which had been raining down upon her relentlessly, now found their mark with devastating accuracy.

"破魔の聖光," Shin's voice echoed through the abyss as beams of sacred light continued to rain down upon Ayame, each strike adding to her newfound suffering. The radiant sword, "曙光の聖剣," cut through the air with divine precision, its luminous blade carving through the darkness and striking Ayame with relentless force.

Despite the intense pain and burning sensation that accompanied the Light Enes attacks, Ayame refused to yield. With steely determination, she summoned the power of the Life Enes, channeling its healing energy to mend her wounds and replenish her strength. As she focused on restoring her vitality, she spoke with unwavering resolve.

"I cannot fathom why my aura succumbed to such feeble assaults," Ayame admitted, her voice tinged with frustration at the unexpected turn of events. "BUT THE FIGHT IS FAR FROM CONCLUDED!"

Shin observed Ayame's resilience with a mixture of admiration and concern. Despite the overwhelming barrage of attacks she had endured, she showed no signs of faltering. He knew that he would need to execute his most potent technique if he hoped to inflict further damage upon her and turn the tide of battle in his favor.

"Indeed," Shin thought to himself, his mind racing with strategies and tactics. "I must execute that technique to deliver the decisive blow and emerge victorious in this battle."

With renewed determination, Shin prepared to unleash his most powerful technique, channeling his Enes with focused intensity as he prepared to confront Ayame head-on. As the two adversaries braced themselves for the final showdown, the air crackled with anticipation, and the fate of their battle hung in the balance.

As Shin pondered his next move, uncertainty gnawed at the edges of his resolve. He questioned his own proficiency in executing the technique he had learned, recognizing the stakes of the gamble he was about to take. Despite the risks, he knew he had to press forward, relying on his own instincts and abilities to confront Ayame.

"I may not have the proficiency to execute the technique he taught me," Shin admitted to himself, his thoughts racing with doubt and determination. "Nevertheless, I possess a secondary method capable of inflicting harm upon her."

With his mind made up, Shin steeled himself for the impending confrontation, acknowledging the potential consequences of his actions. He understood that failure could mean dire repercussions, but the potential rewards outweighed the risks in his mind.

"Even if successful, it may not result in her demise," Shin mused, his resolve unwavering. "But it will undoubtedly exacerbate her suffering. Although, if I fail, it could lead to my demise from her retaliatory strike. REGARDLESS, THE GAMBLE IS WORTH TAKING!"

With a fierce battle cry, Shin unleashed his devastating technique, "地震拳の打撃!!", pouring his Enes into his clenched fist before delivering a powerful blow to Ayame. The impact sent shockwaves rippling through the ground, causing the earth and the abyss to tremble and fissures to form, marking the sheer force behind his attack.

As the dust and debris settled, Shin's heart raced with anticipation, hoping that his strike had been enough to vanquish his opponent. He stared intently at the crater left behind by his attack, a silent prayer echoing in his mind.

"Have I succeeded...? HAVE I ENDED HER?" Shin thought, his breath catching in his throat as he waited for a sign of victory. However, his hopes were dashed as he watched Ayame emerge from the mist and shadows, her form shrouded in a veil of Life Enes energy.

Shin's heart sank as he realized that his opponent had survived his onslaught, her resilience and determination proving to be greater than he had anticipated. Despite his best efforts, Ayame had managed to withstand his attack and emerge from the depths of the abyss, ready to continue the battle.

With a heavy heart, Shin prepared to face Ayame once more, knowing that the road ahead would be fraught with peril and uncertainty. But as long as he drew breath, he vowed to fight on, determined to overcome whatever challenges lay in his path.

As Ayame's cryptic words echoed through the abyss, Shin's mind raced with confusion and alarm. He struggled to comprehend her sudden shift in demeanor, her gratitude for his attack ringing hollow in his ears.

"Thank you. Your attack has provided me with clarity," Ayame declared, her voice carrying an eerie calmness. "I've been seeking understanding, and through your assault, I've gained insight."

Shin's brows furrowed in disbelief, his instincts warning him of impending danger. He braced himself for Ayame's next move, but before he could react, she materialized before him with ridiculous speed, delivering a punishing blow to his stomach.

The force of the impact sent shockwaves rippling through Shin's body, leaving him gasping for air as pain seared through his abdomen. Before he could regain his bearings, Ayame unleashed a flurry of strikes, each one landing with bone-crushing precision.

Shin's vision blurred with agony as Ayame's relentless assault continued, her blows raining down upon him like a merciless tempest. He fought to defend himself, but each strike found its mark, leaving him battered and bruised.

With a final, devastating blow to his face, Shin was sent hurtling across the abyss, his body crashing against the unforgiving ground below. He lay crumpled amidst the shadows, his breath ragged and his strength waning.

Gritting his teeth against the pain, Shin summoned what remained of his resolve, seeking refuge within the comforting embrace of the shadows. He knew that his opponent would not relent, that the battle was far from over.

"Fuck... This is dire," Shin muttered, his voice barely above a whisper as he struggled to gather his strength. Despite the odds stacked against him, he refused to yield, determined to rise once more and face his adversary head-on.

As he lay hidden within the shadows, nursing his wounds and steeling himself for the inevitable confrontation, Shin vowed to fight on, driven by a relentless determination to overcome whatever obstacles stood in his way. The abyss echoed with the sounds of his labored breaths, a testament to his unwavering resolve in the face of adversity.