Samurai vs Demon: The Prophecy unfolds

Chapter 4: Concealment.

A sudden, deafening clamor echoed from the village, shattering the serenity. The Four Samurai sprang to their feet, their faces set with urgency.

Mrs. Madutski's brow furrowed with concern. "What's happening?" she asked her guards.

The main guard's voice trembled. "A figure...stands in the village center, staring directly at us."

Riyu hastened outside the gate, his eyes scanning the village below. His gaze locked onto a familiar, menacing figure.

Joon-oh, the Demon Prince, stood amidst the village, his smile twisted and sinister. Riyu's eyes widened in alarm.

"Ginyu, Tadashi, Kenji!" Riyu called out, his voice low and urgent. "Are you prepared? Do we have the Concealment Box?"

The other Samurai nodded, their faces set with determination.

Ginyu patted the box at his side. "We're ready, Riyu."

Tadashi drew his sword, its blade glinting in the fading light.

Kenji's eyes narrowed. "Let's end this."

Mrs. Madutski's voice echoed from behind. "Be careful, Samurai. That...thing is not human."

Yumi watched, frozen in terror, as the Samurai prepared to face the monster who destroyed her village.

The Samurai descended from the hill, heading straight for Joon-oh, who smiled in anticipation. Joon-oh watched them with an amusing grin etched on his face.

"So, the four elemental Samurai," Joon-oh said, his voice laced with amusement. "Mmmh... Now this is going to be good."

As the Samurai approached, Joon-oh's smile grew wider. "Gentlemen, you can avoid a gruesome fate by surrendering the girl. It's that simple. Don't complicate things."

Riyu's expression remained resolute. "We won't give her to you. Today, we'll destroy you and send you back to the depths of hell where you belong."

Joon-oh's laughter boomed, filled with sadistic amusement. "Oh, really? Hahaha! You mortals are endlessly entertaining. So, you've chosen death? Very well, I'll grant your wish."

The villagers' screams echoed through the air as they fled in terror. Joon-oh's body began to radiate an intense, crimson energy.

The Samurai drew their swords, assuming battle positions.

Riyu declared, "Wind Technique...Blazing Wind!" His sword shone with a brilliant white light.

Ginyu followed, "Water Technique...Raging Waves!" His sword glowed with a vibrant blue aura.

Tadashi announced, "Thunder Technique...Lightning Speed!" His sword vibrated with an electrifying yellow light.

Kenji finished, "Fire Technique...Roaring Flames!" His sword erupted in a fierce, red blaze.

Joon-oh's laughter grew maniacal. "HAAAHHEHEHEHEHEHEEHE!!!!! How quaint. Show me what you're capable of."

In the blink of an eye, the Samurai burst into motion, their feet cracking the ground beneath them. The force of their acceleration sent shockwaves through the air.

Riyu struck first, slicing through the air with deadly precision. However, Joon-oh effortlessly dodged the attack, barely moving aside.

The other Samurai followed, unleashing a flurry of blows. Yet, Joon-oh evaded each strike with ease, his movements almost imperceptible.

Riyu's thoughts raced. "Damn it, I knew he was strong, but this is insane. He's not even trying; he's toying with us."

Tadashi panted, frustration etched on his face. "This guy is on a whole different level. We can't land a single blow."