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Chapter 59 - Chapter 57 - Clash Under Manhattan

Beneath a towering building in Midtown Manhattan, the atmosphere crackled with tension. The floor area, somewhat cramped, was dominated by a central elevator that now emitted a faint "click" as it opened. From it emerged the Five-Fingered Leader of the Hands-On Association, known for his formidable power.

Around the elevator, ropes began to descend, and from them, countless armed ninjas slid down with practiced precision. The Alliance of Defenders, led by Daredevil Matt Murdock and Iron Fist Danny Rand, had been waiting for this moment. Their mission was clear: prevent the Shouhehui from accessing the ancient keel bone sealed beneath Manhattan.

At the forefront of the emerging Shouhehui was Alexandra, a tall European woman with an imposing presence. She was followed by her four lieutenants: Mrs. Gao, the elderly but powerful leader of the Celestial Division; Murakami, the skilled assassin from Dongying; Botu, the American operative wielding a Toyo katana; and Suwanda, the formidable African warrior.

These five individuals were not mere mortals. They had defected from Kunlun centuries ago, using the powerful life energy from the keel bones to maintain their immortality. However, the keel bones would eventually dry up, prompting their desperate search for another one, which they believed was sealed beneath Manhattan.

Despite their extensive efforts to unseal the keel bones, their attempts had failed. Today, they had resolved to use high-energy explosives to blast through the foundation and retrieve the bone by brute force.

The League of Defenders, consisting of Iron Fist Danny Rand, his girlfriend Colleen Wing, Daredevil, and two additional powerful allies—detective Jessica Jones and Luke Cage—had assembled to stop them. They were aware of the severity of the situation and prepared for an intense confrontation.

Daredevil's face was set in a grimace. He had not anticipated such a large-scale infiltration by ninjas into this building. The lack of support from relevant authorities only heightened his frustration. "What is going on? Where's the backup from the authorities?" he muttered to himself, irritated by the absence of visible support.

Danny Rand, the Iron Fist, stepped forward, his face a mask of anger. "Enough talking. If you want the keel bone, you'll have to get through us first."

Alexandra regarded Danny with a cold, calculating gaze. "It seems the Iron Fist is as bold as ever. The seal requires your power to open. It's quite convenient for us."

Danny's eyes flashed with a fierce determination. Without another word, he activated his Iron Fist, a golden aura surrounding his hand as he charged forward with a burst of speed.

Danny's sudden attack was the catalyst for the battle. Daredevil, Jessica, and Luke swiftly followed his lead, confronting the ninja army head-on. The clash was immediate and brutal. Swords clashed, hidden weapons flew, and a melee ensued.

Luke Cage and Jessica Jones, with their superhuman strength and durability, made short work of the ninjas armed with cold weapons. Danny's glowing fists smashed through enemies with powerful blows. Daredevil, skilled in hand-to-hand combat, expertly wielded his double sticks, his movements a blur of precision and agility.

The League of Defenders fought valiantly, but they knew the situation was dire. The ninja forces were relentless, throwing wave after wave of attackers to wear them down. Their tactics were clear: exhaust the defenders and then strike with overwhelming force.

Despite their impressive prowess, the defenders began to show signs of fatigue. The overwhelming number of ninjas, combined with the cunning tactics of their opponents, started to turn the tide. The defenders were struggling to maintain their footing.

Outside the building, the night was cloaked in darkness, and the air was filled with a tense silence. Black Widow Natasha Romanoff, clad in her black tactical suit, was monitoring the situation through her headset.

"Natasha, how's it looking?" Coulson's voice came through her earpiece, filled with concern.

"I'm here and ready to act if needed. But you should start preparing for potential intervention," Natasha responded, gesturing to the agents behind her.

S.H.I.E.L.D., the official supernatural response agency, had been investigating the situation in Manhattan since the initial earthquake. The disturbance had been significant enough to draw their attention.

Suddenly, Coulson's eyes widened, and he shouted, "What's that? An unidentified flying object is approaching!"

Natasha's curiosity was piqued. "What's happening, Coulson?" She signaled her agents to halt their preparations.

"Look up!" Coulson's voice was urgent.

Natasha followed his gaze to the night sky, where a figure was rapidly descending. The silhouette of the figure, clad in a white kimono, short brown hair, and black-rimmed glasses, was visible even from a distance.

Hawkeye, stationed nearby with his keen eyesight and high-tech equipment, spoke into his communicator, "I've got a visual. White kimono, short brown hair, and black-rimmed glasses. He's flying, but there's no visible thruster device."

Natasha's eyes narrowed as she processed the information. "No visible thrusters? We need to notify the chief immediately."

Coulson, still stunned by the unexpected arrival, quickly relayed the information. "We've got a new player in the field. This could complicate things."

Natasha and Coulson exchanged worried glances. The appearance of this mysterious figure added an unexpected layer of complexity to an already critical situation. The League of Defenders needed every possible advantage if they were to overcome the overwhelming forces of the Shouhehui and prevent the impending disaster.

Inside the building, the battle raged on. The defenders fought valiantly, but with each passing moment, their energy dwindled. The ninjas continued their relentless assault, determined to break through and achieve their goal.