Chapter 482

The Two Flowers Blooming Above Despair

Once able to link to the power of demons for transformation, the Driver has now become mere废铁.

Ash’s end, even though he did not say so, the truth is laid bare before everyone.

“Haa—aa, aaa… a…”

As if momentarily forgetting how to speak, Rei’s shocked screams gradually softened into grievous gasps.

The hands gripping each other’s arms dropped and clenched tighter, even breaking through to the palm with nails, red liquid dripping down between trembling fingers.

When we were on our date, I told you that if you’re not feeling well, you must rest.

When we were on our date, you promised me that you would make the flower in your heart that had withered bloom again.

Why… Why?

There were so many things I wanted to tell you, so many things I wanted to do with you, but finally when Ash got closer to me… How regretful… Why, why?

Indescribable jealousy and remorse instantly filled Rei’s heart.

“Crash—”

Unlike someone like a ticking bomb, Hana, once pure, now with a darkened heart, stepped swiftly, crossing the damaged Driver with her white and purple boots.

“It seems you’ve understood?” Seeing the sealing amulet on her chest emitting smoke but not immediately dissipating, Doon sighed subtly and stood up.

“I know.” The face of Lily, who should have suffered the most, showed no sorrow at all; instead of tears, a resolute flaming will shone in her eyes. “You killed him!”

Lily’s fierce shout prompted Rei to lift her tear-streaked face, clearing away frantic panic and deep regret instantly, as if awoken from a dream by a slap.

Yes, Ash, he’s dead. So what am I doing now?

Rapidly lifting her hand adorned with a petal bracelet, Rei hurriedly wiped away her tears as if pretending she didn’t cry, her palms and back of her hands stained salty-sweet.

“The manager is kind, Ash was kind too,” stepping steadily, the Moonlight Magic Stick appeared in Lily’s hand, its crystal tracing a moonlight arc towards Doon’s heart position, closing the distance further.

“He can’t correctly love anyone, nor learn to be loved properly; thus, he can only treat us this way—distortedly.”

“What are you talking about, CureMoonlight? I don’t understand, and I’m sure he doesn’t either,” Doon mocked Lily shamelessly, yet the girl remained undeterred, stepping firmly forward.

“But why did such a kind person have to die?!”

Transforming into Swift Shadow, abruptly, the entirety of Lily’s face was enveloped in pitch-black shadows, only faint blue eyes visible, the magic staff aimed directly at Doon’s heart!

“You’re the one supposed to die!!!!!”

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Doon’s standing figure retreated rapidly as the throne behind him instantly shattered to pieces under their actions.

Lily bit down hard, speeding up until the magic staff hit the palm of Doon’s outstretched hand, sparks shooting as conflicting forces clashed within the palm. Using newfound strength, she grabbed the crystal, moved her wrist, and flipped Lily away along with her weapon.

Yet, still, Lily displayed no retreat; eyes fixed deeply, she abandoned her weapon mid-air, flipping over once more—a hint of impatience showing on Doon’s face.

Rather than feeling hopeless, she burst with increased strength? The heart flower of the Pretty Cure girls should wilt from sadness, weakening them. What’s happening?

Pupil shrinking, Doon swiftly bent over to dodge the crescent moon kick sent by Lily, allowing it to break the wall behind him.

Comparing the scene, Doon remembered, No, the woman’s heart flower wilted in that instant, then bloomed fiercer on top of that despair!

What kind of strength is this? Kamen Rider, did you teach them this?

“However!”

With red light emanating from his body, Doon took an odd stride, Lily’s prideful dexterity merely serving as a toy before him.

“As long as my strength persists, even legendary warriors are—ugh!”

Passing by close to Lily and striking a heavy blow, ready to deliver a downward strike to the semi-bowing girl, a strong impact distorted his face and voice, and something white flew out from his mouth.

“This punch represents the words from Scorpion Lena and the others—I owe you this!”

Beside him, Rei, maintaining a superhuman punching stance, imprinted her fist into Doon’s face, her expression no longer in pain but determined with grief.

Ash fought him, for us, and died!

Understanding this, countless emotions clogged up became clear in her heart, though often timid, Rei was never cowardly.

Facing the proof of Ash’s battles, she resolved no more hesitation or confusion; the surge of blood and courage joined with her grief, filling her whole heart.

His efforts won’t be wasted.

For simple reasons; no words needed, Rei and Lily instantly began a formidable assault on Doon. The clashing hits resounded like raindrops between light and shadow, instantly dismantling the throne room revealing the deep celestial cosmos above.

Doon, radiating red, repeatedly dodged their attacks; while not successful, they discovered something crucial. His power, growing stronger but still hollow, clearly connected to the seal yet to fully digest.

That means, after gaining this power, he’s unable to transform back to his full form. This is the time! To defeat him!

“Rei!”

“Hm!”

From behind, Lily closed in, and as Doon tried to shrug her off, Rei enveloped herself in pink, high-speed wind, punching forward, charging with reckless abandon!

The intensity struck Doon wide-eyed.

Not enough strength! Damn Pretty Cure and Kamen Riders!

“The strike is for Ash—!”

Betting everything on this punch!

“Boom!”

After defeating their opponents, exhausted five girls, including Naoko and Erika, slumped onto the ground, anxiously watching the sun rising over the Planet City.