For example, "Strong Muscle" can complement "Take the Lead," giving Aoto the ability to run at high speeds for long periods.
Therefore, Aoto believes "Gathering Spirit" can also work in tandem with his "Eightfold Banner of No Regrets"!
The more Aoto thinks about it, the more he realizes what an extraordinary new talent he's acquired. The smile at the corner of his mouth and the one between his brows grow even more pronounced.
Just then, Chiba Eijiro suddenly spoke:
"Mr. Tachibana, the last strike you landed on me during the final moments... was excellent." Using the towel Kondo handed him to wipe the sweat off his face, Chiba Eijiro turned his gentle gaze back to Aoto, "The angle and timing of your sword strike were perfect beyond comparison."
Chiba Eijiro raised his hand and pointed to his ear.
"If I guessed correctly... you judged my attack direction based on sound, didn't you?"
"...Yes." Aoto didn't try to hide it, nodding almost without thinking.
