"The strength is indeed good."
"However, the technique is a bit stiff."
Hoshimi Miyabi pulled away after exchanging a few blows with the out-of-control Hoshimi Aya, and commented.
Although she really wanted to keep fighting, it was better to help her sister recover as soon as possible.
Suddenly, black flames emanated from around the out-of-control Hoshimi Aya, spreading outwards.
Hoshimi Miyabi, seeing this, did the same. Pale blue Fox Fire emanated from around her, and a giant Tailless vaguely formed above her head, looking towards Hoshimi Aya.
Suddenly, the black Fox Fire behind the out-of-control Hoshimi Aya began to converge, forming a giant Nine-Tailed Fox.
Roar!!!
The Nine-Tailed Fox roared towards Hoshimi Miyabi, kicking up a large amount of dust.
"Is that the Nine-Tailed Fox my sister mentioned?!"
Hoshimi Miyabi looked at the Nine-Tailed Fox, formed by black flames, that suddenly appeared above Hoshimi Aya's head.
She was also a little surprised; it had no physical form, yet its roar had a tangible effect.
However, before Hoshimi Miyabi could think further, the Nine-Tailed Fox suddenly dissipated and floated towards Hoshimi Aya's body.
Then, Hoshimi Aya unleashed countless huge blade auras towards Hoshimi Miyabi, who, seeing this, likewise responded with countless huge blade auras.
After delivering their final blows, both rushed towards each other.
Two figures, one black and one blue, rapidly crisscrossed in this open space.
Each intersection was accompanied by the clang of metal.
Hoshimi Aya, feeling herself in the uncontrolled state, sensed her stamina rapidly depleting.
However, Hoshimi Aya could only watch helplessly, unable to do anything. She had tried to regain control of her body.
But it was useless, so Hoshimi Aya simply gave up. It was better to fully experience the energy within her body.
And the areas where she could learn from this battle.
Hoshimi Miyabi, fighting the out-of-control Hoshimi Aya, also noticed this. The out-of-control Hoshimi Aya's speed gradually slowed down, no longer matching her initial pace.
She even struggled to keep up with Hoshimi Miyabi's speed. Just as Hoshimi Miyabi felt her energy was almost depleted and was about to disarm her.
Hoshimi Aya suddenly stopped. Seeing this, Hoshimi Miyabi also stopped her charge, looking at Hoshimi Aya with confusion.
Just then, Hoshimi Aya fell forward as if powerless, landing directly on the ground.
"Aya!"
Hoshimi Miyabi quickly came to Hoshimi Aya's side and turned her over.
Hoshimi Aya herself felt like her body was falling apart, and there was a sense of exhaustion.
It was like having diarrhea seven times in a row, so weak she couldn't even speak.
So Hoshimi Aya didn't speak. Instead, she tremblingly opened her eyes, glanced at Hoshimi Miyabi, then closed her eyes and fainted.
"Looks like she fainted."
"It seems the uncontrolled state consumes a lot of energy."
"And cannot be maintained for too long."
Hoshimi Miyabi speculated, holding Hoshimi Aya.
From her previous performance, it was not difficult to see.
Hoshimi Aya's power had been weakening over time.
She would even faint directly if she became weak to a certain extent.
"Forget it, let's go back first."
"Ask Father if he has any theories."
After saying that, Hoshimi Miyabi carried Hoshimi Aya on her back. Apart from the slight hassle of holding two swords,
The rest was fine. They didn't encounter anything foolish blocking their way.
...
Two hours later.
Hoshimi Aya woke up in an unfamiliar large bed.
"Where am I?!"
Hoshimi Aya sat up, looking at the unfamiliar surroundings with confusion.
"Am I back at the mansion?"
Hoshimi Aya remembered being carried by Hoshimi Miyabi in the end, so she figured it must be here.
Moreover, the artistic style of the surroundings was very similar.
After confirming her location, she felt slightly relieved, and her thoughts returned to the demonic blade.
"It seems my idea was correct."
"He is the reason for my loss of control."
Hoshimi Aya recalled what had happened earlier, frowning as she spoke.
After she touched the Nine-Tailed Fox, a third eye opened between its brows, staring fixedly at her.
Then she lost control, but this loss of control was somewhat different.
When she lost control and fought before, it wasn't like this. The previous time felt like she was asleep.
But this time gave her a different feeling; she could clearly experience the sensation of battle.
However, the feeling of exhaustion from the battle made it a bit unbearable.
Given the duration of the battle, she herself wouldn't have been unable to hold on so quickly.
Let alone be exhausted.
In other words, last time Nicole and the others just happened to hold on until she was exhausted and fainted.
Suddenly, the door to the room opened.
Hoshimi Miyabi and Soichiro walked in.
"Aya, I just had the doctor check on you."
"The doctor said you're just a bit exhausted, with no other major issues."
Soichiro said, looking at Hoshimi Aya.
"Yes, Aya, just rest here without worry."
"This is my room; just make yourself at home."
"Don't be too reserved."
Hoshimi Miyabi said, concerned.
"...No need."
"I feel like I've rested enough."
Hoshimi Aya shook her head, indicating that she didn't need to rest.
That short nap had already restored her almost completely.
"Let's talk about serious matters."
"Before, I was in The Hollow, talking with the Nine-Tailed Fox. I said I agreed to be with it."
"It lowered its head, letting me pet it. After I petted it, a third eye grew on its forehead..."
"Then I lost control, and this time, the loss of control was different from before."
"I could clearly feel every part of my body, and I could also see the outside world through my eyes."
"The only drawback was that my body wasn't under my control."
"When I lost control before, it felt like I was just sleeping."
"There were no other sensations."
"But this time... after it controlled me, I felt sore all over, and my body was extremely exhausted."
Hoshimi Aya explained her situation at the time.
"Hmm, Mi-chan already told me about your battle in The Hollow."
"It's likely that it needs a lot of energy to control your body."
"As the battle time progresses, the energy in your body decreases, and you become weaker."
"This is what ultimately caused you to faint."
Soichiro speculated.
"...That's possible."
Hoshimi Aya nodded silently, realizing where the energy that controlled her likely came from.
Suzune and the others had mentioned before that her blade would absorb energy from Etherals's body to strengthen itself. She recalled that her body did undergo a tiny change at that time.
She didn't think much of it then, but now it seems the energy came from there.
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