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[i]Komatsu Bay[/i]: [@PaulHaynek] [@The Irish Tree](Lili) [@Crowvette] [@Restalaan](Skars)[hr]

A bit surprised by the physical strength of the Varjan Lord, Shizuka quickly flipped back on his feet in time to see Skarsneek struggling against the maddened Na'Kratz. It seemed he had injured Io as well, as she was on the ground attempting to regain her stride. Although, she had also cast a spell to inhibit him with bony hands. Skarsneek had let himself get injured to take out one of Na'Kratz's wrist, and made it easier for him to be bound by the spell. 

[color=royalblue]"If you're done with your temper tantrum, I think it's time you went to sleep.[/color]

Determined to end this, Shizuka phased forward, using [[b]Uryūbutōsen ● Raiu[/b]] to deliver a massive pelt of slashes all over Na'Kratz's person. He would feel the devastating effect of being assaulted by slashes backed with lightning and wind sorcery; Io and Skarsneek would feel the immense pressure of the strikes blow over them. Shizuka would then attempt to finish the fight by hopping into the air above Na'Kratz and perform a [[b]Uryūtsuizume[/b]], ending it all with a two-handed slash that would decide the contest. 

Shizuka could also sense the chi of both Ayu and Liliana nearby outside. Hopefully they'd be alright as well. 

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[i]Terauchi Temple[/i]: [@PaulHaynek] [hr]

Both the sisters looked at Takeshi with surprised expressions at his statement, Atsuha herself had blushed a bit. 

[color=9e0b0f]"Ah, Takeshi-san. While it is no secret that Skars-kun is my dearly betrothed, I also trust him to take care of himself while out and about. I also understand that my responsibilities extend to the entire of the taskforce - to your cause. I am glad that we could be of help to you and Lady Kikyo."[/color] Atsuha's response came with a bright smile. 

[color=7bcdc8]"What my nee-san said!"[/color] Hinami said. [color=7bcdc8]"Besides, that meanie-head Gringor seems to always want to go out on his own, and he like saying mean things about big brother Skars-kun!"[/color]

Atsuha couldn't help but chuckle at her sister's grievance. Although, the mood began to sour as an odd tension began to fill the air as Takeshi and Kikyo began to speak to one another. 

[color=9e0b0f]"My Lord and Lady, is...everything alright?"[/color]