After Jarvis entered his more menacing second form, Touma and Himaru immediately implemented the strategy they had carefully planned.
"Okay, Touma, it's time to dance with the Mecha Titan!" Himaru exclaimed with enthusiasm, although in his heart his heart was pounding. "Remember, keep targeting his joints. Don't give him a chance to attack directly."
Touma nodded seriously, his eyes radiating focus and determination. They both began to move nimbly, taking turns circling Jarvis by utilizing their blood clones.
This strategy was designed to buy time and conserve stamina, while continuously applying pressure on Jarvis. They knew that fighting Jarvis was a long marathon that drained energy and patience.
The main reason they used clones was for this, to divide the burden of the fight and ensure they didn't run out of energy before Jarvis reached his most dangerous third form.
Their battle scene was reminiscent of the agile action of soldiers in the anime 'Attack on Titan', the difference being that this time the 'Titan' they faced was a giant mecha robot with heavy weaponry, and they moved not with ODM gear, but with the 'Blood Shifter' quirk that allowed them to swing and jump between the towering dungeon buildings.
Their acrobatic movements among the futuristic buildings were an intricate dance of death, a symphony of violence staged in the heart of this mechanical city.
The whistling of bullets and energy explosions echoed, breaking the silence of the usually quiet dungeon. Each shot and explosion was a note in this symphony, sounds that accompanied their struggle to survive.
The battle against Jarvis was always a test of patience and precision. Jarvis's weakness remained the same: the joints of his robot body that were relatively more fragile compared to the armor plating on his body.
However, to reach these joints, Himaru and Touma had to move very carefully and avoid Jarvis's deadly frontal attacks. One small mistake could be fatal.
Their precision and focus had to be perfect, every movement had to be carefully calculated to avoid devastating consequences.
"Watch out for laser attacks from his left eye!" Touma shouted, warning Himaru who was speeding towards Jarvis. Himaru deftly dodged, his blood clone running in front becoming a shield and being destroyed by the laser. The deadly red laser cut through the air, a stark testament to Jarvis's destructive power.
And indeed, a moment of carelessness could be fatal. When Himaru was too focused on targeting Jarvis's leg joints, he didn't realize Jarvis suddenly changed targets and launched a surprise attack. Jarvis's desperation to turn the tide of battle made him even more dangerous and unpredictable.
A giant robot fist slammed into Himaru squarely, sending him flying far and crashing hard into a building wall. "Ugh…!" Himaru groaned in pain, his consciousness immediately dimming. The hard impact shook his body, a piercing pain spreading throughout his nervous system.
The dungeon system notified that Himaru had 'died' and exited the boss room. Moments later, Touma, who was alone against Jarvis, also had to admit defeat due to exhaustion from Jarvis's increasingly brutal attacks.
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When they both re-emerged in front of the dungeon door, their facial expressions were calm, without excessive anger or frustration.
Defeat in the fight against Jarvis had become their daily bread during this period. They were used to the cycle of losing and trying again, learning from mistakes and continuously improving their strategy.
"Okay, let's rest for a bit and then defeat that damn robot again," Himaru said, stretching his aching muscles.
Touma nodded in agreement, closing his eyes to rest his mind. This short break was a much-needed respite, a chance to recover energy and regain their focus before returning to the battlefield.
After resting for a moment and recovering their stamina, Himaru and Touma re-entered the dungeon to challenge Jarvis again with their second life of the day. The battle restarted from the beginning, but this time they both played more carefully and patiently.
Previous experiences of defeat had taught them valuable lessons in vigilance and strategy. They managed to avoid the same fatal mistakes, and were able to last longer in the battle.
Their teamwork became more solid and effective, their attacks and defenses were increasingly coordinated. Their every move and decision was now more in sync, reflecting a deep understanding of each other's strengths and weaknesses.
In this attempt, they finally managed to force Jarvis to enter his third form, which had been a terrifying specter for them. Jarvis's third form was the final frontier, the ultimate test of their abilities.
In his third form, Jarvis changed drastically. All the large robot parts that were fused with him detached, leaving a slimmer and more agile humanoid figure, but the aura of his power actually felt even more immense.
The transformation was a terrifying metamorphosis, turning Jarvis into a truly different opponent. In this form, Jarvis became a truly fearsome opponent.
Jarvis's thought process increased drastically, his artificial intelligence (AI) worked at maximum capacity, as if a computer CPU was completely overclocked.
His mechanical brain whirred at incredible speed, processing information and making decisions with lightning speed. Jarvis became very adaptive and predictive, able to read Himaru and Touma's movements and strategies with high precision. He was no longer just a mere robot, but an intelligent entity capable of evolving and adapting in battle.
The battle in Jarvis's third form became a high-level contest of strategy and intelligence. "I've already predicted your prediction!" That was the main theme of this fierce fight. The battle was not just a contest of physical strength, but also a complex game of minds.
Touma and Himaru tried to anticipate Jarvis's every move based on their experience so far, while Jarvis also continued to study their fighting habits, targeting weaknesses and gaps in their defenses.
Every attack and defense was carefully thought out, every movement meticulously calculated. This fight truly drained both their minds and bodies. Physical and mental exhaustion reached their peak, but they did not give up.
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The scene shifts to Clone Himaru. The school festival was over, and 'The Clones' performance on stage had successfully wowed the entire audience.
The song "Pretender" which they performed with full emotion managed to touch many people's hearts, even bringing some audience members to tears. Their music that night was a universal language that touched souls, transcending words and reaching the core of human emotion.
After the festival ended successfully, Clone Himaru immediately celebrated this success with the four members of 'The Clones' in the music club room. The atmosphere of the club room was filled with cheers and happy laughter. Happiness and pride in their achievement radiated from the face of every band member.
After being satisfied with celebrating with his bandmates, Clone Himaru had an idea to continue the celebration at his family restaurant.
He invited all his acquaintances, including the parents of the band members, Ryuko Tatsuma, Fuyumi Todoroki, and Midnight to have dinner together at their restaurant, of course this was not the restaurant targeted by the Tanaka family back then. This was a different restaurant.
Fortunately, the 'field of carnage' atmosphere that usually appears in harem-themed novels did not occur. Everyone enjoyed the party atmosphere happily and harmoniously, celebrating the success of the school festival. Laughter, chatter, and the warmth of friendship filled the air, creating an unforgettable night.
The celebration party at the restaurant was lively until late at night. After all the guests went home, Clone Himaru went home with Emilia and her parents. On the way home, Clone Himaru's heart was filled with gratitude and happiness for this wonderful night.
Arriving home, he didn't see the original body anywhere. He suspected the original body and Touma were still in the dungeon, fighting hard against Jarvis.
Clone Himaru's feeling in his heart grew stronger, that today might be the last day of his existence as a clone. A melancholic feeling enveloped his heart, the shadow of farewell becoming more real.
With a melancholic feeling, Clone Himaru decided to go out and act as the vigilante Spider-Man, perhaps for the last time. He used his 'Blood Shifter' quirk to create a cool and mysterious jet-black Spider-Man uniform.
Tonight, he hoped to meet Mirko, the rabbit hero, to say goodbye and reveal an important secret. His last mission as Spider-Man was to deliver a farewell message to someone meaningful to him. "Hope the goddess of fortune is on my side tonight," Clone Himaru muttered to himself as he jumped from rooftop to rooftop, starting his night patrol.
And as if his prayer was heard, the goddess of fortune was indeed on his side tonight. Not long after patrolling, Clone Himaru found Mirko in a brawl with some thugs in a dimly lit dark alley.
Without hesitation, Clone Himaru immediately joined the fight, helping Mirko beat up the villains surrounding her. His heroic action was a natural reflex. The fight ended quickly, the villains fainted and were successfully tied up by spider webs.
After making sure the thugs were really unconscious, Clone Himaru turned to Mirko who was catching her breath. "Usagi-san, thankfully I met you tonight," Clone Himaru said in a serious tone, unlike usual which was always full of jokes and flirting.
His changed tone of voice indicated how important this moment was. "Actually, there's something important I want to tell you."
Mirko looked at Spider-Man with a confused gaze, sensing an unusual change in atmosphere. "What's wrong, Spider-Boy? It's rare for you to be this serious?" Mirko asked curiously. Bewilderment and concern were mixed in her expression.
Clone Himaru took a deep breath, preparing himself for this important moment. "Mirko-san, I want to ask... do you want to know who is the face behind this mask?" Clone Himaru asked in a tone of courage. The question was the gateway to honesty and farewell.
Initially, Mirko thought this was just 'Spider-Man's' usual joke, she chuckled while shaking her head. "Stop your jokes, Spider-Boy. I don't have time to play around." She still couldn't believe that Spider-Man would reveal his identity.
However, Mirko soon realized that the figure in front of her was truly different this time. An aura of seriousness radiated strongly from Spider-Man, his eyes behind the mask looked at her with a serious gaze. Mirko fell silent, her heart starting to pound. "Wait... don't tell me you're... really serious?" Mirko asked in a slightly nervous tone. Doubt and anticipation filled her mind.
Clone Himaru nodded slowly, assuring Mirko that he was not joking. With a slow and dramatic movement, Clone Himaru reached for the edge of his mask and opened it, revealing Himaru's handsome face under Mirko's surprised and stunned gaze.
Tonight, the secret of the fake 'Spider-Man' identity was finally revealed. Silence filled the dark alley, only their gazes met, revealing the truth that had been hidden all this time.
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The scene returns to the fierce battle between the original body of Himaru and Touma against Jarvis in the dungeon.
The battle entered a critical phase, after hours of strategizing and predicting against Jarvis in his human form. Sweat drenched their bodies, their breaths were ragged, their stamina was almost exhausted. The limits of their physical and mental endurance were being tested.
However, their spirit never faded. They continued to push themselves to the limit, exerting all the abilities and experience they possessed. The battle with the theme 'I've predicted your prediction' reached its climax. Their every attack and defense became faster and more intense, reaching the peak of their capabilities.
And as if fortune finally favored them today, after a truly epic battle, Jarvis was finally shattered to pieces, a massive energy explosion shook the entire boss room. Jarvis's destruction marked the end of their long struggle, a turning point in their journey in the dungeon.
The dungeon system gave a notification of victory and the rewards they had earned. "YOU HAVE SUCCESSFULLY DEFEATED FLOOR 2 BOSS: JARVIS STARK." The words of victory echoed in their minds, ending their long wait.
Himaru and Touma were silent for a moment, disbelieving of what had just happened. After struggling for so long, they had finally conquered the level 2 dungeon that had been a terrifying specter all this time. The silence was a moment of reflection, a time to let the victory sink in.
The next second, they both cheered with joy, unleashing all the emotions and tensions that had accumulated so far. They even hugged tightly, jumping up and down with joy like little kids.
The explosion of happiness and relief was an uncontrollable outpouring of emotion. "We did it! We defeated that damn robot!" Himaru shouted in a hoarse voice, his laughter echoing throughout the boss room.
Relief and euphoria mixed together filled their hearts. After a prolonged war lasting almost a year, they could finally breathe a sigh of relief. The heavy burden that had been weighing on their shoulders was finally lifted.
This victory was very meaningful for them, not just completing the dungeon, but also proving that hard work and teamwork will always bear fruit. This victory was tangible proof of their perseverance and struggle.
Due to overwhelming exhaustion, Himaru and Touma immediately left the dungeon and returned to their home. Himaru immediately collapsed onto his soft bed, his body feeling tired, his eyes feeling heavy. Unconsciously, he fell into a deep sleep, a smile of victory still gracing his lips. Sleep was the reward they deserved after a long and tiring struggle.
Himaru didn't even realize that his bedroom window opened slowly, and a dark-clad shadow entered his room quietly. The figure was not an intruder or an enemy, but Clone Himaru.
Clone Himaru approached his original body who was fast asleep, looking at the peaceful face of the original body. Without needing verbal communication, Clone Himaru already knew that the original body and Touma had succeeded in defeating the dungeon boss.
"So you have succeeded… so this is my time to disappear," Clone Himaru murmured softly, his voice almost inaudible. The farewell was spoken in a tone of sadness but full of acceptance.
"I will leave them to you, original body! Goodbye…" With his last words of farewell, Clone Himaru's body slowly turned into red blood liquid and flew towards the original body, re-integrating with his origin.
Clone Himaru's mission was complete.