[center][B]Kuruoshi[/B][/center]
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[B]"Hahaha! What a brave and stupid man."[/B] he arrogantly said as the heir with a broadsword stayed behind to stall the Nightmare. He thought of following the ones who went on, but he instead stayed as he found the sacrifice to be amusing as well. Getting a bit closer to get a better view, but he chose a spot where he wouldn't be detected. With a wicked smile on his face, he then said [B]"Let's see what this shrine heirs are made of!"[/B] Soon enough, the Nightmare had been nearer then went to charge head to its enemy, seemingly like a meteor with purple flames.
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[center][B]Sotoki, Airi, Kitsu[/B][/center]
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In front of Sotoki and Kitsu are two Cerberus. There were three, but they both have managed to defeat one. Both sides were on their guards, waiting for each other to move first. As Airi came out of the shrine hall, the hounds took it a sa sign to strike. [B]"Too fast...!"[/B] Sotoki exclaimed as he readied his daggers to guard while Kitsu kept an eye on the one charging towards him, waiting for the moment to dodge. With a loud howl a cerberus clashed with Sotoki's daggers, almost breaking through his defense. Sotoki parried and tried to slash it, but it dodged and for some reason the hound moved back.

With the cerberus charging quite fast, Kitsu still tried to keep his calm. At the right moment he dodged, [B]"Ha! Not fast enough!"[/B] he mocked it. Moving to his left, he then sent his fist to the hound, but like the other it had evaded and made a distance with him.

All of a sudden, both hounds jumped and turned coiled their bodies, making them a ball of spikes and headed to the two. Being caught off guard, Sotoki lost his balance [B]"Agh! I should have known...!"[/B] and Kitsu wouldn't make it if he tries to dodge again, [B]"This is bad.."[/B] The hounds got nearer and nearer. If nothing is done about this, it might be the end for the two.

A voice behind them spoke, [B]"Megami no Hogo!"[/B] and light gathered around Sotoki and Kitsu. The hounds were stopped by a barrier before them both and jumped back. [B]"That was close... Thanks Airi."[/B] Sotoki knew who it was as he was there when Airi learned of it. [B]"Ah! Welcome! But, stay focused for now."[/B] she said as the two stood up to continue their fight. [B]"Now we'll finish this!"[/B] Kitsu claimed, being more confident with Airi to support them.
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[center][B]Nikko[/B][/center]
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Seeing the Nightmare, Harashi decided to stay behind to hold off the monster while Nikko and Yuriko ran. He wanted to object, leaving Harashi behind is something he doesn't want to do. But he knew, all of them would die at this rate. Perhaps not because they can't fight, but there would be risks in being together before a strong enemy. Harashi would need to protect Nikko and Yuriko if they stayed, and it won't be good for them if that happens. Coming to that conclusion, he continued with the girl to Edogawa. Mustering his strength, he shouted to Harashi [B]"You... You better come meet us later!"[/B] it probably is the first time he ever had to shout. They all haven't been together for a while, but even in that short time, each of them is a precious friend to the other now.