Chapter 144: Night of the Final Clash
Scene: The night is alive with energy as the citizens of the South, North, and East Nations fill the stadium for the final match of the tournament. The arena glows under a canopy of stars, and excitement runs high as the spectators gather to witness the intense showdown between Volkra and Milton. Bets are placed, and the crowd buzzes with anticipation as everyone debates who will emerge victorious.
Narrator: The final match is set. Under the night sky, Volkra and Milton prepare to face each other in what promises to be an epic battle. Both have proven themselves in grueling fights, and now only one will claim victory.
The instructor steps into the center of the ring, his voice ringing out over the noise of the crowd.
Instructor: (announcing) Tonight's final match—Volkra versus Milton! Competitors, step forward!
Volkra and Milton walk toward each other, both of them focused and tense. They bow with respect, but the moment they straighten, their expressions turn serious, their eyes locked in a silent battle of wills.
Milton: (coldly) This is it, Volkra. Don't expect me to go easy on you.
Volkra: (smirking) I wouldn't dream of it, Milton. Let's give them a show they'll never forget.
The instructor raises his hand, and with a sharp motion, the match begins. Volkra and Milton immediately close the distance between them, their swords clashing in a flurry of strikes. The sound of steel on steel echoes through the arena as they exchange blow after blow, neither giving an inch.
Narrator: The fight begins with incredible intensity. Both fighters are pushing their limits, each one determined to claim victory. Their swords clash in rapid succession, and sparks fly with every strike, the arena filled with the sound of their battle.
Volkra darts forward, his speed giving him the advantage as he tries to outmaneuver Milton. But Milton's strength is unmatched; he meets each of Volkra's attacks head-on, blocking and countering with forceful strikes that send vibrations through Volkra's blade.
Volkra: (gritting his teeth) You've got some strength, I'll give you that.
Milton: (smirking) That's nothing. I'm just getting started.
Milton brings his sword down in a powerful slash, forcing Volkra to block with both hands. The impact sends a shockwave through his arms, but he holds his ground, retaliating with a quick strike that catches Milton on the shoulder. Blood trickles down, but Milton barely flinches, his focus unbroken.
They continue trading blows, each strike faster and more intense than the last. Volkra moves with agile precision, but Milton's raw power forces him to stay on the defensive. The crowd watches in awe as the two fighters push each other to the brink.
Finally, they step back, both of them breathing heavily, their bodies marked by cuts and bruises. But neither one is willing to back down.
Narrator: The crowd holds its breath as the two warriors pause, taking a moment to catch their breath before unleashing their next attacks. Both Volkra and Milton know that they'll have to give everything they have to win this fight.
Volkra gathers his mana, his aura flaring as he raises his hand, a determined look in his eyes.
Volkra: (seriously) Let's see how you handle this! Holy Bomb!
He fires a powerful Holy Bomb, the glowing sphere of energy hurtling toward Milton. But Milton jumps high, narrowly avoiding the attack as it crashes into the ground, leaving a scorch mark in its wake. As he descends, he raises his sword, summoning his own mana.
Milton: (shouting) Celestial Slash!
He brings his sword down in a powerful arc, a wave of celestial energy slicing through the air toward Volkra. Volkra quickly forms a mana barrier, deflecting the attack just in time, but the force pushes him back.
Milton: (smiling) You're putting up a good fight, Volkra, but I'm far from finished.
Volkra takes a deep breath, determination hardening his gaze. He steps forward, gripping his sword tightly as he recalls the technique he learned from King Thalanor.
Volkra: (softly) It's time to finish this. Kenjutsu: Fourth Movement—Swift Cut!
With incredible speed, Volkra moves, his sword glowing with Divine Mana as he slashes through the air, striking Milton multiple times in swift succession. Milton stumbles back, cuts appearing along his arms and legs, but his resolve remains unbroken.
Milton: (angrily) You think you can take me down that easily? I'm not done yet!
With a furious shout, Milton gathers his energy, his aura expanding in a surge of power as he unleashes his ultimate attack.
Milton: (yelling) Mana Expansion!
A massive explosion of mana erupts from him, the force filling the arena and knocking Volkra back. The crowd gasps, shielding themselves from the shockwave as dust and debris cloud the ring.
Volkra steadies himself, his body battered, but his determination unshaken. He knows he must give everything he has to end this.
Volkra: (focusing) I won't let you win, Milton. This is my last stand.
Volkra closes his eyes, channeling every ounce of his remaining mana into his sword. His aura brightens, the blade glowing with Divine Mana as he prepares for one final, decisive strike. With a deep breath, he steps forward, his movements calm yet powerful.
In one swift motion, he cuts through the cloud of mana, slicing through Milton's energy with an intense, precise strike. The dust settles, and the crowd watches in silence as Volkra emerges victorious, his sword in one hand and his other arm hanging limp and broken.
Narrator: As the dust clears, the stadium falls silent. Milton lies unconscious on the ground, and Volkra stands in the center of the ring, battered but victorious.
The instructor steps forward, raising Volkra's hand as the crowd erupts into applause.
Instructor: (announcing) Victory goes to Volkra, our tournament champion!
The crowd's cheers fill the stadium, their applause a testament to Volkra's skill and determination. But as he stands there, the exhaustion finally catches up to him, and he collapses, his vision fading as the medics rush forward to tend to him and Milton.
Narrator: Volkra has proven himself as the tournament champion, but the price of victory is high. As he is carried to the medical wing, the cheers of the crowd echo in his mind, a reminder of the strength and resilience he showed in the ring.
The chapter ends with Volkra and Milton being taken to the nurses' room, their rivalry settled but their respect for each other stronger than ever.