The Absolute Godspeed of Infinite Worlds

Chapter 678 - 678

Kurogane Ikki's internal alarms blared.Facing the figure charging at him like a whirlwind, he immediately abandoned his offense and shifted into a defensive stance.

In an instant, a silver flash abruptly streaked past.

Before Kurogane Ikki could even process it, his body's instincts had already reacted with shock and terror.

"Clang!"

At the last possible moment, he barely managed to raise his sword.

But there was no time to employ the deflection technique of "Harmonizing Light with Dust." The moment their blades collided, he was sent flying backward!

"So fast! So strong!"

The instant he was struck, Kurogane Ikki's mind was filled entirely with that flash-like sword technique.

He instinctively wanted to analyze it, desperately yearning to learn and master it.

But no matter how hard he racked his brains, he couldn't comprehend the principles behind that sword technique. His mind drew a complete blank!

The gap in their realms was too vast!

It was like an elementary student trying to solve high school Olympiad math problems—there was no chance to even begin writing, with merely writing "Solution" being the absolute limit!

Meanwhile.

The figure charged toward the last person on the field—Touka.

Touka was startled.

Her face flushed with panic, completely unprepared to become a target herself. She was utterly flustered.

"Eek!"

The next moment, the blade was thrust toward her.

As it made contact with her treasured sword, Raikiri, the blades stuck together as if magnetized.

A gentle pulling force transmitted from the sword, causing Touka to lean forward. With a startled cry, she lost control and fell into the person's embrace.

Only when she was held in his arms did Touka snap back to reality.

"You're so mischievous!"

She lifted her head, giving him a charming, coquettish glance.

Outside the field.

Kanata Totokubara's willow-like eyebrows furrowed, her expression instantly turning icy.

"Isn't this too biased?"Renren Tomaru couldn't help but complain upon seeing this."

When fighting Kurogane Ikki and Kurogane Shizuku, he sent them flying.

But when it came to Touka, he gave her a big hug.

Didn't he know that single people shouldn't be subjected to such sweet scenes?

"Tch!"

In the distance, Kurogane Shizuku climbed up from the ground, her white stockings torn in several places, her delicate face filled with frustration.

"..."

On the other side, Kurogane Ikki remained silent.

Only the expression on his face grew exceptionally heavy.

Both siblings were in a very sour mood.

"I couldn't even... withstand a single move?"

In that moment earlier.

If not for his instinctive reaction, he would likely be dead by now.

That flash-like sword technique was incredibly unbelievable.

It was utterly unheard of, completely impossible to defend against!

"Just a few days away, and he's become this strong?"

Kurogane Ikki stood up, his expression complex.

At most, it had only been five days.

Just five days, and he had become so strong it was as if he were a different person.

Five days ago, he could still hold his own in a prolonged fight.

Five days later, he couldn't even withstand a single move.

He felt that his progress over the past year had been remarkable, but Eiji always seemed to stay one step ahead, suppressing him thoroughly with his light-speed evolution.

"Senior sister, long time no see!"

Holding Touka in his arms, Eiji smiled joyfully.

"What do you mean 'long time'? It's only been a few days. You're so dramatic!"

Touka gently patted him.

Yet inwardly, she was overjoyed.

Missing her this much after just a few days apart—this proved how deeply her junior brother cared for and loved her!

Eiji remained silent.

In truth, he had spent over two months traveling through the DanMachi World and Konosuba World, with so many experiences that it would take more than an hour to recount them all.

"By the way, senior sister, what's the date today?"

After holding her long enough, Eiji finally released his senior sister and got down to business.

"Today is July 30th. There are only two days left until the Seven Star Sword Art Festival begins."

Touka replied smoothly.

So his trip had only taken five days in total?

Strange.

Last time, when he spent four months in the DanMachi World, only one month passed here.

This time, he spent over two months across two worlds, yet only five days passed here?

Is there no temporal connection between these worlds at all?

But this worked out well.

The Seven Star Sword Art Festival opens on August 1st, meaning he wouldn't have to break his promise to his senior sister!

"Where are the others?"

Eiji looked around.

Stella and Arisuin Nagi were nowhere to be seen.

"Arisuin Nagi has withdrawn."

Kanata Totokubara stepped forward, though she crossed her arms with a cold expression, seeming to be in a bad mood.

"His identity as a spy was exposed, and he felt too guilty about betraying our trust, so he's withdrawn from the delegation. As for Stella, she's currently in Tokyo."

Meeting her chilly gaze, Eiji guiltily averted his eyes.

"Tokyo? Why did Stella go there?"

Touka instead looked puzzled, as she had just woken up today herself.

"Well, five days ago, Stella voluntarily went to Tokyo and is currently training with Instructor Saikyo Nene."

Kanata Totokubara explained impassively.

Eiji wasn't the only one stimulated by the battle with Akatsuki Academy.

As a Mage Knight possessing the world's strongest magical power, Stella should theoretically be incredibly powerful, yet she was easily crushed by Kurogane Ouma.

This must have been an extraordinary blow to her.

Coincidentally, Saikyo Nene had a match to attend there, so Stella proactively went to Tokyo. Rumor has it she's now undergoing the expired loli's killer training regimen.

"Junior brother, since you've returned, you should go greet the chairman. He'll definitely be happy to see you back."

Touka said to Eiji.

"Alright then, see you all later!"

Eiji waved to the group and left the clearing.

Taking the opportunity while others weren't paying attention, he shot Kanata Totokubara a meaningful glance.

"Yay! I never expected Junior Brother Eiji to become so strong upon returning! With this, our Hagun Academy is sure to win the championship this year, right?"

Renren Tomaru excitedly waved her fists.

Ikazuchi Saijou nodded gloomily beside her.

Eiji's power had grown to such an undeniable extent that even the Kurogane siblings fell easily before him. Who could possibly stand against him now?

"Don't get too arrogant. Those members of Akatsuki Academy aren't pushovers, especially the three leaders..."

Kanata Totokubara lowered her eyes, her mood heavy.

"Uh..."

At the thought of those three ridiculously overpowered individuals, Renren Tomaru's enthusiasm deflated.

This year's Hagun Academy has indeed become far stronger than before. Several competitors of Touka's caliber have emerged all at once. In previous Seven Star Sword Art Festivals, it wouldn't have been difficult for them to sweep the top three positions.

However, Akatsuki Academy, originating from the world's largest terrorist organization "Rebellion," consists of individuals whose strength far exceeds what ordinary student knights can handle. It stands as an immensely heavy mountain blocking their path.

Whether they can overcome it remains completely uncertain at this point.