All seven monsters started moving towards Parina, but in the middle:
"Shailya!!" Vahalla called out, urgency in his voice.
"What is it now?" Shailya asked, irritation seeping into his tone.
"This is it. The time when you'll introduce me to them," Vahalla said, his eyes fixed on Shailya.
"But this is so early," Shailya protested.
"It is too late. I want you to open your realm at once," Vahalla commanded.
"But why?" Shailya questioned, his confusion evident.
"No questions," Vahalla replied with a commanding voice.
"You are not my owner; you understand that!" Shailya shot back.
"Fine." Vahalla said, his voice calm but firm.
"Special Technique: Commander's Speech" "OPEN YOUR REALM AT ONCE." Vahalla commanded, his voice resonating with authority.
"Y-Yes!!!" Shailya stammered, unable to resist the command.
"Hey, Shailya, what are you doing over there?" Sukheer called out, noticing Shailya's unusual behavior.
"All of you, this is urgent; we are going to meet someone special," Shailya announced.
"Who?" Sukheer asked, puzzled.
"We'll see," Shailya replied, positioning his hands.
"Wait, Shailya, how do you know?" Anata began, but Shailya interrupted.
"Dimensions: Dark Land of Destruction" "Open"
"What the—" Sukheer cried as a barrier enveloped all seven of them. A mysterious figure approached from the shadows.
"I did it, Vahalla," Shailya said, looking at the approaching figure.
"Well done, Shailya," Vahalla replied, his tone approving.
"Commander's Speech" "End"
"Hey Vahalla, what did you do just now?" Shailya asked, curiosity tinged with suspicion.
"Wait, what are you guys doing?" Shailya asked, noticing the others' bewildered expressions.
"That's our question; what in the world is this?" Sukheer demanded.
"Oh dear. Everyone come here, I will tell you!" Vahalla said, his voice inviting yet authoritative.
"Who the hell are you?" Mazhiro asked, his voice laced with suspicion.
"Va-Va-Vahalla?" Anata gasped, dropping her bag.
"Fine then," Vahalla said, a hint of a smile on his lips. "Let's begin it."
"I'm Vahalla. A Chakradhari from Purna Aranya. I'm not a human, and I'm here for a purpose: to save Prithvi, your planet, from the upcoming war. I believe you all are aware of the current scenario of this world. Every being has some supernatural power, and everything is changed. You probably now also know about the Monde Uni, or the Union of Nations. Maybe y'all have even decided to fight. But I shall warn you, as in your current state, you cannot even defeat their soldiers, who now possess powers," Vahalla explained, his voice calm yet commanding.
"What the hell? You aren't a human, then who are you and what is a Chakradhari?" Sukheer asked, his confusion growing.
"He is Vahalla, the strongest being of this universe, and if he is with Shailya, it means that Shailya is his successor. The 9th Chakradhari," Anata said, her voice filled with awe.
"So you know about me, Anata Shikawa," Vahalla said, a glint of recognition in his eyes.
"Yeah. I've read about you in my books," Anata confirmed.
"No way in hell you can—I see, so you're the one, Anata Shikawa—the product of Saptavansh's greatest gamble," Vahalla said, his tone thoughtful.
"Gamble?" Anata was confused.
"Yes, gamble. E- Anyway, let's move to the other part. If you all really want to protect this planet, then you've got to search for the chakras," Vahalla continued.
"What the hell are chakras?" Mazhiro asked, his curiosity piqued.
"Don't interrupt, young man," Vahalla said, his tone firm. "Chakras are the crystallization of power. If you possess them, then you can stand in front of the Monde Uni. Your swords and blades and the new powers are not enough. I myself possess the Chakra of Death. I even once possessed 10 chakras at a time, but now all the other 9 are gone, scattered around the dimension as we speak. And I want you 7 to possess chakras. There are a total of 21 chakras. Travel around the dimension and capture them. Until then, I myself will stop Monde Uni. Y'all are the chosen seven who will rise. So go and search for them. You'll also visit Parina. I will give you all a booklet that will provide information about yourself and your power. You'll learn to harness new aspects of power. That portal over there will be waiting for you," Vahalla explained.
"I don't know what you just told us, but I will do it," Sukheer said, his resolve firming.
"Yes. Indeed," everyone agreed in unison.
"If it is to protect this world, then I too will do it," Anata said, her voice steady.
"Also, there will be a nightmare coming now," Vahalla warned.
"Don't say this so casually. And, what the hell is going to—" Sukheer began, but Vahalla interrupted.
"See for yourselves," Vahalla said, his voice ominous.
Vahalla joined his hands and murmured, "Oh, the guardian who looks upon us all the time, forgive my insolence. The seven warriors of justice are found, but we couldn't locate 'her'. We're sorry, but the eternal leader of justice is yet to be found."
Vahalla unfolded his hands and made the sacred sign with his hands. He was now radiating a blue aura all around him and floating in the air.
Sacred Technique: Thread of the Guardian "10 percent"
Vahalla landed on the surface and bounced back, taking hold of his hidden sword, which just appeared, and aimed towards Anata with malicious intent, announcing his attack.
Blade Style: Blade of Victory First Form: Conquista
Vahalla drove his sword swiftly and cried, "Anata, if you really got something in your blood, then prove it. Dodge this attack if you can, or else you're dead meat."
"Hey, Vahalla. What in the world are you trying to pursue?" Shailya asked with a terrified look.
"We were going to train, weren't we!!!" Sukheer exclaimed.
"STAND DOWN Vahalla for God's Sake." Shailya cried.
"Quiet, guys. I'll be taking this attack head-on, Vahalla. I ain't some nobody, you know." Anata said while smiling and joined her hands.
"So, it is decided then." Vahalla continued, "Well, here we go."
Eight Dragon's Defence First Fang: Kalik
Anata announced and created a divine shield with her special technique.
"Impressive; that's what I would expect from you, Anata." Vahalla said.
Blade Style: Blade of Victory Second Form: Victorious
Vahalla straightened his sword and stood still for four seconds and then ran in circles around Anata and finally said, "Begin."
Eight Dragon's Defence Second Fang: Sashwik
Anata announced and formed a dragon-like barrier around her, though small, and pushed away Vahalla's attack.
"This is just starting; don't get excited over this, Anata," Vahalla said.
"I ain't getting anywhere until I defeat you, Vahalla." Anata said.
Blade Style: Blade of Victory Third Form: What is Victory?
Vahalla announced and dashed towards Anata's neck.
Eight Dragon's Defence Third Fang: Sohagukun
Anata released an immense amount of aura from her body that was witnessed by everyone in the realm and commanded her defensive dragon to attack Vahalla. Vahalla smiled and announced his fourth attack, but this time everyone was shocked when they saw Vahalla's blade covering into mist. While others thought that Vahalla's attack was worthless, Anata knew what really was happening. This was her second time witnessing a blade turn into a sword, and it was at that moment that Anata knew who she really was fighting all this time. Despite this, Anata stood up and said,
"I now understand what you are thinking, Vahalla? Are you testing me because you also believe that I'm a weapon born for total destruction? I thought it was just getting started, the real fun, but I was wrong. Either way, it is fine; if I'm a weapon, then I'll do what my job is: destruction. I got some friends and tried to avoid my fate, but it was just a gamble. VAHALLA, I'M GOING TO DESTROY YOU." Anata drained her thoughts and took out her sword and held it high.
"Oh lady, Kayo, forgive me, for I must bear my fate and emerge victorious. Give me the strength to fight, the strength to fight back." Anata murmured.
"I must remind you of this, Anata. I'm not testing you; I'm just training." Vahalla was interrupted by Anata only when he realized his foolishness.
"Stop it!!!" Anata cried.
"You're not done yet, Anata!" Vahalla shouted, his eyes blazing with determination.
"Eight Dragon's Defence" "Fourth Fang: Falsvik"
Anata cried out, summoning an even more powerful barrier that crackled with electricity. The barrier formed a dragon's maw, snapping at Vahalla with fierce intensity.
"Blade Style: Blade of Victory" "Fourth Form: Unyielding Spirit"
Vahalla swung his sword with all his might, the blade cutting through the air with a deafening roar. The two forces collided, creating a burst of energy that sent shockwaves through the realm.
Anata, her eyes filled with fury, countered with a swift strike. "Sword of Light: Fifth Form - Radiant Strike!" she shouted, her blade glowing with a blinding light.
Vahalla, unfazed, met her strike head-on. "Blade of Victory: Fifth Form - Inexorable Fate," he declared, his sword resonating with an unbreakable resolve.
The clash of their swords created a whirlwind of power
"What is going on, Vahalla? Why is Anata suddenly changing?" Shailya asked, concerned for Anata.
"Indeed, are we not friends, are we not allies? Are you a friend or foe?" Sukheer asked.
"Y'all have the wrong idea, guys." Vahalla tried to clear all misunderstandings but failed badly.
Sword Style: Sword of Light First Form: Glimmer
Anata coldly dashed towards Vahalla and slashed him but was stopped by Shailya's sword of darkness.
"Step aside, Shailya. I must clear this." Anata pleaded with wrath trapped in her eyes.
"She is right; I have performed a grave crime. I reopened the old wounds of a young girl; I deserve this." Vahalla said, looking down.
"You must not." Shailya said.
"What?" Vahalla asked and looked above.
"You both have to live to protect this planet. You both have to cooperate." Shailya suggested.
"No!! Shailya, I respect you, but I cannot defy my fate. I was born to kill, and my only job is to survive by killing." Anata said.
"What happe—" Shailya was interrupted.
"Shailya, step aside or I may cut you down." Anata said.
"I will not." Shailya said.
"Fine then," Anata wiped her face.
Sword of Light: Second Form The Sun of the West
Anata slashed at Shailya with her sword's temperature rising and rising up to 50,000°C. Shailya, after a long time, took out his cursed sword.
Sword Style: Sword of Darkness First Form: Evil
Shailya was now surrounded by a black aura around him. He swung his sword and deflected Anata's attack. He then ran towards her in order to get her unconscious.
"Sword of light and darkness, what a great combo. They both are made to fight each other." Sainen said.
"Oh, this is serious, man." Armeet jolted Sainen out of his dreams.
Sword of Light: Third Form The Pact of Sun and Moon
Anata cried at Shailya.
Sword of Darkness: Second Form Evils of the Hell
"I ain't gonna lose, you dummy," Shailya said and slashed.
Sword of Light: Fourth Form The Light
Anata felt dizzy and fell down but before falling, she unleashed an attack with a large impact. It had the potential to destroy the realm itself and seep into reality. As there was no control over this attack, everyone gathered and stopped the attack simultaneously.
Sword of Darkness: Third Form Hell is Empty
Sword of Triumph: First Form Victory is not Destined
Blade of Flames: First Form Will
Blade of Air: First Form Wave
Sword or Rifle: First Form Death
Sword of Mockery: First Form Funny
Sword of Future: Past
They all miraculously stopped the attack, creating an earthquake of record-breaking magnitude in the real world.
One day Later at Parina
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"WE ARE HERE" All announced excitingly.
[To be continued in Chapter 22]