"Oh? trying to run will you? But I can't let you do that until I find my target." the man muttered to himself as he watched, students, staff and some citizens who are stuck here try to run away from him."
Suii—!!
Willing mana into his legs, the man launched himself toward one of the crowded exits of the hall.
Slash, Suik, Slash—!!!
He swung his claw with cruel precision, cutting down anyone who came within his range like they were mere blades of grass.
Cling—!!
Just as his claw was about to cleave off a woman's head, it collided with something sturdy, and a sound of metal clashing against metal resounded in the air.
"Huh?" The man raised his eyebrow.
Who could stop my claw?! – he thought to himself in surprise.
His question was answered when he saw a black-haired boy with matching abyss-like eyes standing before him, blocking his sword with one of his own.
It was Adrian.
Using this split second when the the man was in a state of surprise, Adrian pushed away his enemy claw stepped in with his right foot, spinning his body as he struck the man with a powerful kick to his abdomen.
Thwack—!!
In a daring move, Adrian executed a spinning kick, aiming for the assassin's midsection. The assassin, however, anticipated the attack, sidestepping with uncanny agility. He retaliated with a swift thrust, but Adrian, showcasing incredible reflexes, twisted his body, narrowly avoiding the deadly point of the dagger.
The exchange continued, a whirlwind of steel and skill. Adrian's movements were a blend of martial prowess and quick thinking, while the assassin relied on a combination of speed and unpredictability.
The hall became a stage for their lethal choreography, each strike carrying the potential for a fatal outcome.
As they danced, the assassin seized an opening, slashing Adrian across the arm. A spray of blood marked the impact, but Adrian gritted his teeth, refusing to let pain slow him down. With newfound determination, he unleashed a relentless barrage of attacks, forcing the assassin on the defensive.
As both assassin and Adrian were in fearsome duel, a new figure entered the hall by the right door, were from other assissan comes.
The new arrival, an enigmatic woman with flowing long blonde hair and piercing blonde eyes, entered the hall with an air of lethal elegance. Her form-fitting attire accentuated a lithe and graceful silhouette, adorned with concealed blades and mysterious symbols. Unveiled and unmasked, she bore an undeniable allure that belied the danger she posed.
As her gaze met that of the first assassin, a silent understanding passed between them. The hall, already steeped in chaos, seemed to bow to their presence. Without uttering a word, the blonde assassin extended her hand, and an invisible wave of energy rippled through the air.
Within moments, a hushed stillness settled over the crowd as those within the woman's spell range fell under her control. Their movements became puppet-like, responding to her unspoken commands. The stampede ceased, and the once-frantic attempts to escape transformed into an eerie calm.
Adrian, engrossed in his duel with the first assassin, sensed the sudden shift in the atmosphere. He turned to find the blonde woman, her eyes locking onto him. Despite the chaos around them, a strange serenity emanated from her, as if she held the very essence of control within her grasp.
Swish—
Dashing forward, Adrian dodged a fist to his face. He fell to his knees and leg-swept several people off their feet before getting up and continuing forward.
As that fight went on, a couple of cadets tried to stop the blond woman from massacring the civilians.
Meanwhile, amidst all this, Lucas stood frozen, his face twisted in a mix of confusion and ridicule.