Chapter 344

The seventy-fifth chapter ended prematurely.

Feeling somewhat awkward, Ash shook his hand lightly. The battle hadn’t lasted more than a few minutes, but his arm was already starting to ache.

Ash, who was also concerned about what was happening on the other side, turned his gaze to another battlefield. He was equally astonished by the rapid and fierce exchange of blows there.

“I am—”

“I am—”

The fighting spirit on both sides was truly high, yet even though they were opponents, it seemed like this was the first encounter for everyone today. How did things escalate so quickly to the point where both sides seemed to hate each other so deeply they wanted to tear each other apart?

“Hey, Little Dark, Sunshine, what’s going on—”

“Don’t speak, Timons!” x2

The wrists that collided instantly sent out shockwaves that dispersed outwardly, visible shockwaves that lifted the grass at the feet of the fighters. They glared fiercely at Timons with murderous intent, shouting the same line in unison.

“Uh, alright.” Not knowing why, Ash found himself being shouted at and was astounded. He promptly raised his hands, signaling them to continue.

I still don’t understand women…

With their response given, the two redirected their angry gazes back to their opponent. Having already lost their cool, they had no room for anything else. Their wrists parted immediately after colliding, followed by completely identical combinations of punches and kicks. Wuki’s punch carried both precision and ferocity, while the kick from Dark Pretty Cure brought in ferocity and precision. For a moment, the entire sky was filled with the blurred traces left by the two during their highly mobile fight.

Ash couldn’t do that just yet; he could only satisfy his battle lust with Lei and Erika’s small efforts.

“Gah!”

Covered in sweat, Erika twisted her body like a seaweed, narrowly avoiding the scorpion stinger that glowed with eerie green light. Managing to adapt to the rhythm of attacks, she looked over at Lei, who was in a similar situation.

“Blossom!”

“What is it, Marine?”

Though very much wanting to use magic rods to deal a decisive blow, Ash, who was employing a suppressive tactic, didn’t give them any chance to cast skills. The two were merely reduced to basic attacks and had no hope against an enhanced Ash. Lei continued to dodge as best as she could under the intense assault.

Without giving us any leeway to use our skills… This way, we can’t fully utilize our strengths as Pretty Cure. How underhanded!

“Regarding Wuki…”

“Oh, you’re talking about that…?”

Their simultaneous punches momentarily forced Ash back, providing some precious breathing room. When they looked around, the battle on the other side had reached a level where they couldn’t intervene.

“You know, about the conversation Sunshine had with that Dark Pretty Cure,” they spoke loudly enough that Erika couldn’t help but notice the strange tone. “It sounded confrontational, but it didn’t feel like the usual spicy dialogue exchanged in battle…”

Even the less involved Erika could sense something was off.

“Indeed…” Unlike Erika, Lei, who had some experience with relationships, directed her gaze toward Timons. “It’s definitely not right.”

“Mm, why do you keep staring at my face.” Unsure of what Ash meant, but wary of the risk of being read, he teased Lei lightly. “Are you trying to fall for me?”

“AH! Who would fall for you? I hate you!” Lei’s face flushed with indignation. The problem was undoubtedly with this close-to-unbearable annoying guy!

What did you actually tell Wuki before us?

“Hey you! Just because you laid a hand on Sunshine isn’t enough… Don’t toy with my Blossom!” At a critical moment, it was Erika who stepped forward, shielding Lei from embarrassment. “You’re only saying these ridiculous things because you find Blossom too cute, aren’t you?!”

“Hmph, let me say something. Blossom already has someone in mind, you ugly spider. You have no chance, pshaw pshaw pshaw!”

“Marine Erika…” While grateful for stepping in, having her feelings revealed made Erika feel even more embarrassed.

“Hmm? Is that so? But if forced, I wouldn’t be opposed.”

Wearing a funny face and flailing his tongue wildly at her, Erika saw Ash continue to tease the two with words.

But Lei actually likes someone? I didn’t know, who is it?

“You—couldn’t be worse!”

No need for further words; now’s the time to overpower this guy!

“Haahaaaaa!”

Screaming out loud in battle, against a guy who never listens or follows logic, they held nothing back! Knowing this, the two abandoned defense and ignored pain to launch their full-on assault against Ash!

“Ugh!”

The strange shrimp blade left deep red marks on Lei’s arm. But unlike before, the girl didn’t cry out in pain, instead glaring furiously with tears welling up, biting her lip, and slamming angry fists into his chest!

Meanwhile, an attack from behind came at Erika. The blue-haired girl wrapped her leg tightly around the menacing scorpion sting, enduring discomfort and pain, releasing all her frustrations through that attack.

“Snap!”

With a sharp crack, the strange shrimp blade, which had been blocking要害, shattered into fragments. Ash took several steps back to steady himself.

“Haha, what was that? Quite a good coordinated attack!”

Breathing heavily, Ash tried to stand up from the ground. Yet, his breaths had become heavier than a second before.

What’s going on? My strength isn’t enough—? !

Sharp pain surged throughout his body, immobilizing his movements. Suppressing the urge to scream, Ash fell to his knees, and his Knight armor automatically deactivated amidst electric sounds.

Just as they were about to press their advantage, the enemy suddenly collapsed before they could attack. Both stood stunned, unsure of the situation.

This can’t be right. Didn’t you say you’d test us? How come you’re the one collapsing now!

“Guh—”

Supporting the mask with his left hand to prevent it from falling off and covering his mouth with his right, a wave of腥甜taste surged up from his throat. His dark red blood poured out of his mouth, but was held back fiercely by a man’s hand.

“Mr. Timons, what’s wrong? Are you okay?”

Ash’s condition startled both of them, especially upon seeing the blood. Yet, among them, Lei reacted quickly, instinctively wanting to help based on her natural goodness. However, Ash stopped her with his hand.

“Don’t come closer—” As he spoke, a few drops of the blood flew out and stained the grass.

“But you’re injured! Let me help you—” Yaaah!

However, they didn’t need to deliberate further; an overwhelming impact wave from behind slammed the two Pretty Cure down onto the ground.

“Get away!”

Liberated from the seal, Dark Pretty Cure opened her eye that had been shut. Her golden pupil emitted an omnidirectional wave that blew away the three Pretty Cure. Swiftly, she spread her wings and flew beside Ash.