Chapter 510

The Twenty-First Duel Deciding the Future Course

Standing at the center of an uninhabited park square surrounded by several white plaster columns etched into the DNA of tokusatsu fans, Ash was standing right in the center. With closed eyes, he held his sword upright by its hilt, waiting for the challenger “dragon” to reappear.

“Have you come?”

The man muttered to the empty space, sensing something. With great force, he pulled the sword from the stone below and threw it to the side, his other hand instantly grasping the Evil Dragon’s Fantasia Ride Book that appeared beside him.

“You have finally arrived.”

Gazing at the slender figures emerging from the horizon, the corners of Ash’s mouth curved upward into a joyful smile.

“My heroes.”

The combination of Pretty Cures who smiled, despite being sealed by three fighters in their first回合, held their transformation bow-ties tightly. Rihua Aoki and Miyuki Hoshizora, walked forward, each with different expressions, from among their companions.

Before this overwhelming defeat, they were happily defeating monsters and being happy Pretty Cures.

They hadn’t yet paid any heavy price for their happiness, but now they faced this enigmatic and dark figure, they sensed that…

Their lives seemed to be changing in some way.

“Lihua, keep going!”

The encouragement from their friend Naoko reached Rihua’s ears. Even knowing her chances were slim, she stubbornly nodded.

To walk on the path called “right,” I cannot retreat at this crucial moment!

“Miyuki, don’t lose!”

“Akane… yes!”

Feeling down due to not seeing Yayoi, Miyuki was immediately invigorated by Akane’s call. Supported by her friend, she burst into action at once.

For everyone and his serious smile… I can’t afford to lose!

“Though a bit late… since you’ve come here, it means you’re ready.” The dangerous-looking Ash squinted, emitting a dragon-like aura that made the air feel scorching. “If you can’t cross this, you’ll lose your Pretty Cure qualification.”

“No, that’s not true!” However, if they could talk things out, Miyuki didn’t want to fight this person. “I think there is a misunderstanding between us. We don’t need to fight each other!”

“But without fighting, nothing will be proven!” With the opening lines of the book recited and the book skillfully turning in his palm, it combined with the sword.

I have to accept this challenge against my recognized enemy!

“[JaakuRead]!”

“The answer can only be found in battle, therefore—let’s fight!”

“What a person you are!” Miyuki, standing with Rihua, pouted like a dumpling. “So unclear!”

“Miyuki,” Rihua restrained her agitated friend, also shaking her head reluctantly.

“For the sake of our world and what Naoko and others can do, this is all we can do now.”

More experienced than her comrades, Rihua knew that some seemingly simple tasks couldn’t be achieved just by talking.

The Smile Make-up Box in the hands of the girls and the Dark Sword Tsukuyomi in Ash’s hand, under the sun’s intricate lighting, cast different shades.

“Henshin!”

“Precure Smile Change!”

伴随着圣剑的”Tsukuyomi Dark Sword”发出与化妆盒的”go, go, let’s go!”截然不同效果的声音响起。

From a black Dragon emerging from the back came dark armor encasing the man, while from the powder box of the make-up box, light spots fell onto the girls transforming into brilliant combat gear and flowing long hair.

“Shining, the future light – [CureHappy] (Happy Angel)!”,

“Clear, the heart’s purity – [CureBeauty] (Beautiful Angel)!”

“No need for weapons to be named.”

Vibrant pink Fujikaze and coldly beautiful blue Reika stood together, facing the threatening Evil Dragon aiming to take their “treasures.”

“Aaahhhhhh!”

“Waaahhhhhhh!”

With virtually no warning, the fight kicked off. They left enough time for the opponent’s declaration as a sign of respect, and then the Dark Sword came crashing down over their heads!

At the moment Ash wielded the Holy Sword with extreme intensity, two girls saw not just a sword, but a huge black mountain descending from the sky to crush them!

Crossing hands supported on the golden blade produced sparks, the pain and fear from the biting pressure instantly felt. The girls, under immense pressure, fought back fiercely.

The strength… so powerful, but!

After losing before, how could they lose again at this moment?!

Driven by strong belief, muscles tensed up, Rihua and Miyuki shouted together. Despite their fingers nearly cut by the sword’s energy, they mustered all their strength to push it back.

“You’ve seen my method, but to prevent unrealistic fantasies, let me remind you again with a slash.” The spinning Dark Sword released powerful winds, scattering the remaining effects in a whirlwind.

“I wouldn’t hold back because you are women!”

“If you underestimate us because of that…”表面上平静的Rihua内心却积累了极大的不满和愤怒。她干净利落地在身侧划过一道弧线，周围空气因她的愤怒飘起雪花。

“We are the troubled ones here.”

Shaking off their numb arms, Miyuki and Rihua took flanking positions, advancing.

Miyuki and Rihua took positions on either side, presenting a pincer movement, advancing towards him.