Buddyfight Ace, Path To Liberation

Path To Liberation, The Moment We Strike Back (Chap 17)

Synopsis: With The Draknight's Cover Blown, the team must plan on what to do next. Hou Ren is forced to do that one thing he does not want to do...

In the previous story, Lost Ren trains Micah on his buddyfight skills. Meanwhile, Hou Ren & Shiloh experienced some third wheeling during their date. With his cover blown and after saving Shiloh, what will he do next?

Anime Opening: Knock On Your Gate

At the broken scenario, Tasuku and Light are examining the debris left by the Accident. Meanwhile, the Driver who hit Hou Ren is being sent to the Hospital.

Daryl: Again....He Disappeared....How?

Gwen: Moreover, I can't believe that just happened....

A flashback reveals Hou Ren saving Shiloh from the Car Accident. But the Damage dealt to him was...indescribable.

Hou Ren's Mother: I still cannot believe our son did that.

Hou Ren's Father: He's grown. 

While the conversation goes on, Tasuku & Light continues to examine the debris.

Light: Any Luck?

Tasuku: No....this isn't going to be easy. Light, I'm afraid we may need a few battery boost.

Light: Not to mention a suitable network. We need to head back.

Tasuku: Yes. Everyone Back to Ship. That's An Order.

Everyone heads back to the Airship as per Order. Gwen however feels very insecure and afraid after witnessing Hou Ren's actions.

Gwen: (Thought) What happened if I was the one...(Thought)

Eden: Is Something Bothering You Gwen?

Gwen: Just very shocked that....well you know what it is.

Eden: You're not fooling me. But it's fine. You and I have something in common when it comes to our friend here.

Gwen: Interesting?

While This Conversation Goes On, Daryl, Ranma and Masato are just thinking weird while overhearing their conversation.

Masato: Is it me or?

Daryl: Nope. You're not the only one.

Ranma: Yep. (Thought In Worry) Why won't you talk to us man? We just want to help you. (Thought End)

Back at the Mansion, Hou Ren's Brothers along with Shiloh's are waiting sternly at the living room.

Sensei: What's taking them so long...

Suddenly, A portal opens on the ceiling, catching everyone's attention. Shiloh and an injured Hou Ren came out of it. Shiloh somehow land on Hou Ren's back.

Shiloh: Ahhh...Owww...

Blaze Ren: There You Are....wait.....(notices Hou Ren's wounds) OH MY GOSH!!! (Checks On Him) Are you Okay?

Garga: WHAT? (Rushes In & Checks In) MY GOODNESS. What Happened To You? Are You Okay?

He is so wounded as he struggled to move. Blood comes out of it, leaving Garga very horrified. 

Hou Ren: Erghhh...Yeah...But...I need help.

Everyone's very shocked, except for you know who.

Lost Ren: (Annoyed) What did you do this time?

Elijah: Yeah and Why is Shiloh with you? Are you two dating?

Shiloh: Shut Up Eli. We need to take him to a doctor.