Chapter 9 - Saviours

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❝I MUST. . . BE FLAWLESS!❞

Shinomiya pointed her gun at the revived and strengthened Honju, a futile attempt to shoot him which only resulted in her getting thrown off.

Luckily, i was able to catch her and shoulder the impact from her throw, lessening the damage it would bring her.

“Ow, fuck. ” I hissed, feeling my back bleeding. Heck, i might’ve broken a few bones but who cares.

Shinomiya looked dazed, maybe her wounds from earlier still hurt. Well, of course. That was pretty dumb of me.

“Shinomiya. Shinomiya!” I tried shaking her, yet no response.

“Shino- ?” I paused when an image suddenly flashed inside my mind.

Kikoru-chan, you’re amazing!

Your name is right above everyone else’s!

That’s right, that’s what you call top of the list!

So amazing!

Lisa!

Dad!

Congratulations in passing!

Wait, don’t pat my head.

As a reward, let’s go and eat barbeque.

I told you, there was no need to worry!

Not bad for being my son!

Miss Kikoru, the master will come home tonight. I’m sure he will be very happy.

. . . Got the top spot? That’s what you’re supposed to do.

Overly fixating in one success will lead to your failure.

You must move to the next goal.

Kikoru,

For the future of this country, you must be flawless. This is also for your deceased mother!

“Hey-!” Shinomiya suddenly pushed me away, rushing towards the Honju and shooting it.

Despite not holding Shinomiya anymore, the images and words still hadn’t stopped.

I can’t lose!

You cannot stop!

I can still fight!

Leave others far behind!

“Shinomiya!”

I have not lost as long as i can still move one hand!

You must be invincible!

I can still fight!

Shinomiya dropped her weapon, definitely because of her dislocated arm. A scream left pass her lips, frustration and pain evident.

Fuck! My head hurts too much, i can’t move!  I grunted, closing my eyes shut.

Aren’t you going to help her, Aguinne?” A familiar voice whispered, almost as if she was right beside me.

“She’ll die.” She added.

“Come on. Use me.” She persisted.

“Use me, or you’ll lose someone because of your stubbornness again.” Her sickening laugh echoed.

I gritted my teeth, shaking my head in annoyance. Opening my eyes, i forced my body to move.

It hurts. Then stop.

It’s painful! Then give up.

“But who are you to give up?” A different voice whispered, my eyes widening in response.

“I’ll give you strength as thanks for letting me out earlier. Don’t disappoint me, contractor.” She cooed, disappearing along with the other voice that was dragging me down.

Honju spotted! Shinomiya Kikoru is injured nearby, and Yoshioka Aguinne’s condition is unknown. The Honju’s previously excised Uniorgan has re-grown!

The lady spoke, her words bringing me back to reality, rushing towards Kikoru. The Honju was gathering energy in its horn.

“I’m sorry, Dad. . . I couldn’t be flawless. I’m sorry.” Her words destroyed me.

“Kikoru,” I called.

“Yoshioka. . .” She looked up at me, eyes pleading for salvation.

“It’s fine. All will be fine.” I knelt down, embracing her.

“You did well. Incredibly well. It’s fine to rest. It’s fine to let others fight for you sometimes.” I whispered, caressing her hair comfortingly.

“You’re not alone. I’m here.” I voiced out.

“L-leave. You’ll die with me!” She tried pushing me away.

The Honju’s about to shoot the big lump of energy at us. But i don’t care.

Because he’s on his way.

“You have done well, Kikoru, Aguinne.” Ah, he’s here.

I sat on Kikoru’s side, relieved i can finally ease up my tense muscles.

“Why are you here?” Kikoru asked in surprise, and just when the ball of piss hit us. . .

He transformed.















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