mtl008 Chapter 733 - 733
Chapter 733 - 733
"Junior Brother, did you catch him?"Touka hurried over from behind.
"Don't worry, he can't escape."
Eiji nodded, looking completely in control.
The One-Armed Swordsman could only manipulate friction but couldn't control supporting forces. In other words, placing a nail where he stepped would pierce his foot.
"I've lost."
The One-Armed Swordsman let out a bitter laugh.
He never expected that after achieving fame for a lifetime, he would be defeated by a junior, and without even seeing the enemy's sword or forcing out their ability. It was utterly humiliating!
"Since you've lost, prepare to die."
Eiji manifested his Device, transforming it into Crozzo's Magic Sword.
Blades couldn't harm him, but high temperatures were another matter entirely.
"W-wait!"
The One-Armed Swordsman's expression instantly changed, panic appearing in his eyes for the first time.
"I remember Japan's laws don't have the death penalty! Even if you capture me, you should lock me up in prison. You can't just kill me without authorization!"
"Have you misunderstood something?"
Eiji looked at him with surprise, appearing rather annoyed.
"As the esteemed Sword God, if I accidentally kill a terrorist who attacked me, what's the problem with that?"
Japan had long abolished the death penalty.
This meant that any terrorists causing trouble in this country, even if captured by Blazers, couldn't be killed privately. They had to be sent to prison and judged by the law.
This was utterly foolish.
In Eiji's view, the death penalty should never be abolished under any circumstances.
Otherwise, scoundrels like the One-Armed Swordsman would lose all fear, daring to launch terrorist attacks in public whenever they pleased!
If such villains weren't executed, it would be ordinary citizens who died!
Touka remained silent.
But her expression didn't seem to indicate she intended to stop him anyway.
She would just follow her junior brother's lead.
"W-wait! Spare my life!"
The One-Armed Swordsman's face paled dramatically. The killing intent emanating from Eiji's eyes was absolutely genuine—this guy truly didn't care about the law at all!
When one possesses great power, the urge to kill naturally arises.
Before, when Eiji was weak, he had to follow the rules, just like when facing Smile. Otherwise, he might risk disqualification or being slandered by media and public opinion.
But now he was strong. There was no need to act according to the law anymore. Instead, the law should adapt to accommodate him.
Especially when it was an unreasonable law.
Someone like this didn't deserve to live in this world!
"What do you want? Whatever it is, I can get it for you! I swear, if you spare me, I'll avoid you whenever I see you and never bother you again!"
The One-Armed Swordsman desperately pleaded with Eiji, his face full of humility, all traces of his former imposing demeanor gone.
"Pathetic!"
Eiji spat in disgust.
Then he swung his sword down.
Flames roared out like an avalanche, instantly engulfing the One-Armed Swordsman completely.
He only had time to let out one sharp scream before being completely covered by the flames, falling completely silent.
A handful of ashes scattered with the wind.
"Let's go, Senior Sister."
Having dealt with the One-Armed Swordsman, Eiji felt much better.
The One-Armed Swordsman was a teacher at Akatsuki Academy and the primary contact for Bakuga Tsukikage. Killing him meant Bakuga Tsukikage's plans would completely collapse.
Thus, Akatsuki Academy would cease to exist.
As long as Sara was defeated tomorrow, everything would be perfectly resolved.
Under the moonlight, the two departed together.
Only the scorched road remained, a testament to the one-sided slaughter that had just taken place.
...
The morning sun rose, casting a golden glow over the endless expanse of the bay.
Before the sun had fully emerged from the horizon, the city erupted with noise, and the entire bay area became incredibly lively.
The Seven Star Sword Art Festival had reached its third day.
Due to the severe shortage of participants, while previous tournaments would still be in the third round at this point, this year had already advanced straight to the semifinals!
There were only two matches today, but the buzz among the spectators was no less intense than the previous days—if anything, it was even more fervent.
An unprecedented F-Rank Knight, a princess with the world's strongest magical power, a supernaturally gifted and seductive female painter, and the world-renowned strongest swordsman... Every contestant who had made it this far enjoyed unparalleled popularity across the nation!
Especially the Sword God. After the first two days of buildup, this title had spread far and wide, both domestically and internationally. Whether people acknowledged him or looked down on him, his fame had undeniably spread, making him the undisputed king of popularity!
Today's matches were bound to be spectacular.
Believing this, the crowd surged like a human tide toward the domed stadium that served as the stage.
Inside the stadium.
At Hagun Academy's rest area.
Eiji and the rest of Hagun Academy's members had gathered without exception.
Kurogane Ikki and Stella were not present. As opponents in the first match, they had already headed to the preparation room.
In the distance, at the rest areas of Bukkyoku Academy and others, figures like Yuudai Moroboshi could be seen. Representatives from every academy were nervously watching the progress of the matches.
Only at Akatsuki Academy's area was Sara sitting alone.
Well, not entirely alone. A pink-haired, chuuni lolita was accompanying her with her maid in tow.
Just like at the exhibition hall before, although the chuuni lolita often teased Sara on the surface, she deeply cared for her sworn sister.
"The audience today is truly heavyweight."
Eiji narrowed his eyes, scanning the surroundings with intense vigilance.
His attention first focused on the southernmost part of the spectator stands.
The old man stood there, leaning on his cane as usual.
Beside the old man appeared an elegant silver-haired beauty.
Her skin was flawless, her features exquisitely refined, and her figure slender and graceful. Even in casual attire, she couldn't conceal her goddess-like beauty.
Though she seemed calm and composed, Eiji knew that when she erupted, she possessed a terrifying sword aura that could even surpass his own!
She was the world-renowned strongest swordsman, known as Twin-Wings Edelweiss!
"Hmm?"
She seemed to notice Eiji's gaze and turned her eyes toward him.
Their eyes met for a moment.
She suddenly feigned seriousness, clearing her throat lightly, then naturally averted her gaze.
"Hmm...Eiji let out a thoughtful murmur, his expression subtle.
His vision was exceptionally sharp, allowing him to perceive reactions that ordinary people would miss.
Just now, did that woman blush slightly?
However, after turning her gaze away, Edelweiss resumed chatting and laughing with Nangou Torajirou as if that subtle girlish reaction from moments ago had been entirely feigned.
Was it his misconception?
Then, at the westernmost edge of the spectator stands.
On that highest patch of empty ground stood a figure entirely clad in black armor.