"Yaoyorozu! Two more! No scabbards!"
"Y-Yes!"
There are still insects. I only cleared the ones directly in front of us. They are swarming from the flanks and circling behind. I don't intend to clear every single one, but I'll blast them twice more. Once that's done, I can finally...
I caught the two new swords, swung them both simultaneously, and wiped out the remaining clusters. Their numbers were still great, but they had thinned significantly. No one should die before I finish exorcising that Curse. I hope. I have no desire to see a child perish.
"You... are dangerous, aren't you?"
"!?!"
Who is this? How did he get behind me?
But I have no time for surprise. I spun around, throwing a backhand strike. My fist whistled through empty air.
"Careful, careful. As expected of a Hero fledgling. Or should I say... a Sorcerer?"
So. You know of us. He looked barely human, yet he spoke like one. This man is a threat. A villain with a Quirk—or a Technique—that closes distance instantly must be crushed immediately. Simply disabling him is far too soft.
—I will kill you here.
The moment I moved to strike...
"I... LOVE... THE TASTE... OF IRON!!!"
What logic is this? The Curse that was far away moments ago is already here. Fine. It saves me the trouble of closing the gap.
Simple reinforcement isn't enough anymore. I do not know how this Curse moves, but at this distance, someone could be killed in an instant. In that case...
Flowing Red Scale: Stack.
I pushed my physical capabilities to their absolute limit using my technique and leapt. That black mist is a nuisance, but I have to leave it for now. If I let this Special Grade run wild, everyone truly will die.
And besides... I can't hold back anymore!
"That black one! I leave the rest to you!"
With the monstrous strength of Stack, I grabbed the Curse and plummeted toward the central plaza. Just before hitting the ground, I used the momentum of the fall to slam it into the concrete. A Curse won't die from this. Without a curse, it cannot be exorcised.
So, why didn't I flood it with Cursed Energy the moment I slammed it? The answer is simple.
It would be a waste to exorcise such exquisite prey so quickly.
"Oh ho? You can see Kurourushi? That means, just like I heard... you're a Cursed Energy user too."
"Hah?"
Shut up, brat. Who are you? If you get in my way, I'll kill you. What is with that ridiculous outfit?
"Is it okay? Running off like that? You're the only one who can instantly kill those cockroach swarms. Are you sure you don't need to help them?"
"Shut your mouth. Quiet."
I have no interest in this boy. All that matters is this Curse. Kurourushi, he called it. I don't know why a Special Grade is consorting with humans. A mutual interest? Is it a subordinate? Or is it being controlled?
It doesn't matter. I'll think later. For now, I will focus only on the creature before me. Come, Kurourushi. Let us enjoy ourselves. Let us curse one another to our hearts' content!
"Why... kill? Why... interfere... with us?"
"Why indeed? And why did you not appear before me sooner?"
"?"
I have no intention of making small talk with a Special Grade. If you have something to say, speak with your curse. Even the time spent talking is a waste.
"Red Binding."
A test of strength. I let blood spray from my neck and fists, shaping it into ropes to bind the Curse's body. Simultaneously, I closed the gap and threw a punch. I didn't care where I hit. I just wanted to strike this thing as hard as I could.
Even though it was bound, the impact sent Kurourushi flying. I felt the connection. However, a Curse of this level won't be exorcised by such a trifle.
As I expected, it stood back up. Excellent... excellent!
"Hah... hah."
Yes, this is it! This is it!
Binding is too soft. Punching isn't enough. Next, I shall tear you apart...
Wait. What is that weapon? Where did you pull that from? No matter. Bring whatever you like. I will take your curse head-on. In return, you shall endure mine!
"Kari-barai (Reap-Sunder)."
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