Turbo Granny's sinister grin widened. "Children like you shouldn't meddle in matters of the dead," she hissed, her voice like the rustling of dry leaves.
As she lunged, a powerful shockwave erupted from the forest path. The trees bent under the force, leaves scattering like confetti. A tall figure stepped into view, his silhouette illuminated by the pale moonlight. It was none other than Akaza, Ken's elder brother, who had been away for years training in England. His aura radiated dominance and calm, his body carrying an otherworldly presence, with the tattoos of Sukuna glowing faintly under the moonlight.
"Step away from him," Akaza commanded, his voice resonating with authority.
Turbo Granny paused, her twisted face contorting into a snarl. "And who might you be, boy? Another child to feed my hunger?"
Akaza didn't answer immediately. Instead, he raised a hand, fingers poised in a familiar stance. "Domain Expansion," he muttered, his calm voice laced with power. "Malevolent Shrine."
The forest shifted. The ground beneath Turbo Granny's feet transformed into a shrine's stone floor, decorated with ominous carvings and flowing with dark energy. Within this domain, Akaza's power reigned supreme. Ken stared in awe, his earlier fear momentarily forgotten.
Turbo Granny screeched, her spectral form writhing against the oppressive force of the domain. "You dare challenge me in my territory?" she spat.
Akaza stepped forward, his expression unchanging. "This is no longer your territory," he said, raising his other hand. Shadows erupted around him as shikigami emerged: Nue's massive wings crackled with lightning, and the serpent-like Orochi slithered menacingly toward the spirit.
Turbo Granny retaliated with a blast of cursed energy, but it dissipated against a barrier of flames. Akaza's fiery aura surrounded him as he launched himself at her with inhuman speed. His fist collided with her form, dispersing her like mist before she reassembled, more furious than before.
"You think brute strength can stop me?" she mocked, summoning spectral claws that lashed out at him. But he was faster. Utilizing Akaza's martial arts, he weaved through her attacks, countering with devastating precision.
Turbo Granny roared, her full power unleashed. The air grew heavy with malevolence as ghostly apparitions emerged from the ground, clawing at the living. Ken held his ground, trying to fight off the specters, but they were overwhelming. Akaza's eyes darted to him, his usually calm demeanor now laced with urgency.
"Stay close," he ordered, snapping his fingers. Nue swooped down, forming a protective barrier around Ken.
"He's amazing," Ken whispered, his fear replaced with awe.
Akaza turned his attention back to Turbo Granny, his patience wearing thin. He clasped his hands together, activating a new technique. The air crackled with energy as a gigantic, spectral version of himself appeared behind him, mimicking his movements. With a roar, the construct launched a barrage of strikes, each one sending ripples of cursed energy through the domain.
Turbo Granny faltered, her form flickering as if she were losing her grip on reality. "This isn't over," she screeched, her voice echoing as she attempted to retreat.
But Akaza wasn't finished. "Cleave," he said, his voice as cold as steel. A blade of pure energy manifested in his hand, slicing through the spirit with precision. Turbo Granny let out one final wail before dissipating into nothingness, her presence erased.
The domain vanished, returning the forest to its natural state. Ken and Akaza stood in stunned silence, the tension finally easing. Akaza approached his younger brother, his gaze softening as he looked at his face.
"Are you okay?" Akaza asked, his voice now gentle.
Ken was the first to speak. "That was awesome! You're so strong!" he exclaimed, his grin as wide as ever.
Akaza knelt, placing a reassuring hand on Ken's shoulder. "I'll always come back for you," he promised.
As they began their journey back to Dadan's hideout, Akaza glanced at the sky, his thoughts already turning to the challenges ahead. Turbo Granny might have been defeated, but the world was vast, and danger lurked in every corner. For now, though, his family was safe, and that was all that mattered.
Unbeknownst to them, a pair of glowing eyes watched from the shadows, a new threat already brewing. Akaza's journey was far from over.