3rd person pov
Meanwhile in the colosseum
Ganesha: A monster escaped? How?! What happened to the guards?
Guard 01: They appear to all have been charmed.
Guard 02: We suspect it was done by the same intruder.
Ganesha: Let's worry about the intruder later! How many monsters escaped?
Guard 01: Nine in total.
Guard 02: The slayers of the familia are already on their way.
Ganesha sits up from his throne.
Ganesha: We alone can not handle it fast enough. Cooperate with the other familia! Ask the gods presents here their assistance!
Guard 01: Wait sir! It was our own weakness that allowed the monster to escape.
Guard 02: If we asked for help from others, the Genesha name would be taint-
Ganesha: I am lord of the crowds, Genesha. We find joy in the smiles of children. Rank and pride matter not! The safety of the people is our top priority!
Guard 01 and 02: As you say sir!
Ganesha: To prevent panic, the festival must continue. Do not make too much of a ruckus! Now go!
Guard 01 and 02: Yes!
The guards run off, while Ganesha looks back at the Colosseum.
Ganesha: Wait is their intent?
We see the mysterious person on top of a roof with a smile of their face.
Ganesha: Distraction or panic. That or…
Back with Akira
The monster swung its chains at Akira, but he effortlessly sidestepped, his movements fluid and almost playful. With a swift motion, he grabbed the creature by its arm and hurled it into the nearby fountain, the stone shattering into shards upon impact. Water sprayed everywhere as the massive monster groaned and slowly pushed itself back up, its glare locked onto Akira.
Akira: "Guess that did the trick... kinda."
He gave a small, carefree shrug, a relaxed grin tugging at his lips despite the danger.
The monster roared in fury, charging at him with renewed rage.
With Hestia
Hestia stumbled and fell to the ground with a surprised yelp, her twin tails bouncing. She quickly sat up, brushing dust off her dress with a small pout. Turning her attention to the bags, she pulled one toward her and eagerly opened it. Her blue eyes widened in awe as she uncovered a sleek black Nichirin sword resting inside.
Hestia: "W-Wow... It's beautiful..."
She whispered, her voice full of wonder as she gently ran her fingers along the blade.
Flashback
Hephaestus: Now listen closely, Hestia.
Hephaestus: That sword generates a status of its own, tied to any hieroglyphs you engrave onto it. In other words... the sword is alive.
Hestia: It's alive?
Hephaestus: As soon as Akira Nishima takes it into his hands, it will draw its first breath... and begin to grow alongside him.
Flashback end
Hestia sprang to her feet, determination blazing in her eyes, and started running toward Akira.
Hestia: I'm coming, Aki!
Meanwhile
Eina was seen crouching down, smiling warmly as she helped a little boy pick up his things.
