Chapter 441

Chapter 176 Reversal

The palm of Shabak glowed with a dangerous red light, possessing enough destructive power to easily blast through reinforced concrete. This violent energy was unstable within him, poised to explode forth by pressing against Ash’s forehead, maintaining the confrontation.

“Haven’t planned on using Dark Pretty Cure as a shield… Hmph, at least you still have some manhood left.”

“But now that things have come to this, do you still intend to maintain this image of having everything under control?”

Seemingly due to previous events, Shabak’s voice sounded unstable, and his murderous intent became more apparent. He seemed ready to pounce at any moment, like he wanted to eliminate Lord Doon’s presence.

“In fact, although I wanted to do so, thanks to a miracle, the situation has escaped my grasp.” Despite facing such a deadly threat, Ash remained calm-faced. When the ferocious red light flashed across his face, he slightly narrowed his blurry eyes.

I didn’t know that aging could lead to cataracts—actually using far light to dazzle my eyes? Really lacks public morality.

“However, after knowing the truth, shouldn’t you be the one who should be more anxious than me?”

“Gurrr…”

In the silent environment, Lei could hear herself swallowing saliva. Unlike the Dark Pretty Cures trapped in the middle, their hands gripping their transformation devices trembled, turning pale from exertion.

They were ready to transform and save Ash if Shabak really intended to attack.

Yet, before Ash spoke the word “truth,” Shabak, prepared to obliterate Ash, visibly faltered.

“Ash… Timons…” Unable to resist holding his throbbing head with his other hand, the red light in the eye sockets of Shabak’s mask flickered inconsistently.

“Those strange pollen, did you create them? Is this also your action to completely betray Lord Doon? And what about this little brat?”

Damn it! The memories that appeared in my mind! I am Dr. Shabak, who swore loyalty to Lord Doon—the why do these images of a girl and a woman cause me such pain?

In those images, the younger-version of myself, with untinted hair, hugged a cheerful violet-haired girl with affection, waving happily towards that woman.

But how could this be possible? I am the Desert Apostle!

I don’t know! I don’t know, yet why do I feel such headache when I think about it!

“I apologize; I never swore allegiance from the start, so I can hardly be considered a traitor.”

“You two-timer, your end is surely death!”

Ash simply shut his eyes, turning his head away before anyone could intervene. Shabak’s attack brushed past some of Ash’s hair by the ear, blasting through an unoccupied construction site behind him, but causing no harm to Ash.

Rather than saying Ash evaded it, Shabak missed it due to shaking hands.

“Yes, yes, thank you for caring, but Death will only come when I’m prepared.”

Ash responded to Shabak’s threat in a nonchalant manner. While they bantered, Lily had already transformed quietly and noticed Shabak’s condition.

Lily had her reasons to act. After all, this Shabak was the one who defeated the Dark Pretty Cures alongside them and killed Kuron with that final blow!

Moreover, he now aims to kill Ash. Ash might have committed treasonous acts, but shouldn’t you be judging him instead? Why should I let him off?

Lily had long been plotting his downfall, but he seldom exited the base, leaving no opportunities for the Pretty Cures to confront him.

Now, with Shabak clutching his head, it seems he’s affected by Qijiera—that means it’s a rare opportunity!

In the midst of this chaos, the Dark Pretty Cures saw the power concentrated on Lily’s fist.

Not good, Doctor Shabak!

I’ll settle old and new enmity here!

Facing Lily’s assault, the Dark Pretty Cure tensed up, wide-eyed and helpless, but someone else was closer, moving faster.

From the “4D Pocket” quickly drew and assembled the “Rewice Saw,” Ash raised the blade to block Shabak in front of him.

“Clang——”

The sword gave off a sharp ringing sound; the custom alloy blade bent irreparably, a scorched punch mark evident, the Rewice Saw, laden with immense kinetic energy, spinning away and embedding itself in the wall beside.

Lily’s momentum-driven fist was caught by Ash, blocking it just in time before an uncomprehending Shabak.

“Ash!” The happy voice came from the Dark Pretty Cure who appreciated Ash’s help.

“Ash?!” It was the surprised voice of other girls witnessing another about-turn from Ash.

“Ash…..?”

Doubt, shock, and incomprehension finally turned into resentment. Biting her teeth, Lily shot a resentful glare at Ash.

Why, why did you stop me!? The murderer who killed Kuron is right here, Ash, what game are you trying to play this time?

Like that guy said, are you so self-satisfied that you won’t let go of your pride, believing you can manipulate black and white as you please?!

Seeing Lily’s gaze, Ash didn’t say a word, merely shook his head, deflecting Lily’s fist away.

Ugh, if it weren’t for the hidden story, who would care about the life of the one who once wanted me dead? It’s such a heartache, probably making Hayata and Honda smile.

“Lily, before you said you wanted 1% trust, that’s wrong. In reality, I trust you more than you trust yourselves. You’re not limited to just 1%, even 1000% can be given to you.”

“But now, I want you to trust me, even if it’s just a 1% truth.”

As Ash spoke, he quietly tucked a piece of paper into the girl’s hand.