(At the deep forest in Orbpan).
Kaito: Heh such a wonderful day don't you think?
He looks at one of the goat cult members named Ira, who is known as Wrath in English. He smirks at Ira since he used to be part of the Goat Cult before forming his own Yakuza group called Akuma-tekina gyakusatsu, which translates to Satanic Slaughter.
Ira: "What brings you back here, Kaito?"
*He asked, wondering why Kaito lingered in the forest.*
Kaito: "..."
*His expression turns cold as he steps closer to Ira.*
Kaito: "Business. Nothing that concerns you goat worshippers."
*His hand moves to his katana, a silent threat.*
Kaito: "Or are you hoping I've come back to join your little cult again?"
*He sneers.*
Ira: "Not really, I was only hoping you ended up dead somewhere, but here you are, still breathing. How unfortunate. The boss has become really powerful - possibly more powerful than you."
*He says calmly, his gaze never leaving Kaito.*
Kaito: "More powerful than me? Hahaha, that's hilarious."
*He laughs, his eyes glinting with amusement and something else - perhaps challenge or curiosity.*
Ira: "You've been gone for so long, Kaito. And now, I'm going to kill you."
*He declares, immediately shifting into a fighting stance. His body is lean and muscular, clearly trained in hand-to-hand combat. He waits for Kaito's response, ready to attack at any moment.*
Kaito: "Kill me? Hahaha, that's also hilarious."
*He laughs genuinely amused by the situation unfolding before him. His excitement starts to activate his unique ability - enhanced reflexes and strength due to his adrenaline rush when engaged in combat ox r high-stakes situations. As Kaito tries to activate his demonic symbol to copy Ira's power, something unexpected happens - the symbol shatters violently, sending a shockwave of energy through Kaito's body. He stumbles back, stunned and disoriented by the sudden failure of his power.*
Kaito: "What the hell?!"
*Before Kaito can process what happened to his symbol, Ira suddenly appears right in front of him with incredible speed. Ira's fists connect brutally with Kaito's stomach multiple times, followed by a powerful kick that sends Kaito flying backwards towards the nearby mountain.*
Kaito: "Gah!"
*As Kaito's back slams into the sharp rocks, the jagged edges pierce through his stomach, causing him to cough up a mouthful of blood. Despite the excruciating pain and shock, an unexpected expression of pure, unadulterated joy spreads across his face.*
Kaito: "This is getting interesting!"
*He declares with a wide, manic grin. Despite being impaled, Kaito lets out a maniacal laugh as he releases an ear-splitting screech, channeling the powerful death angel-based abilities he copied from Kiyozawa. Ira clutches his ears as Kaito suddenly appears right in front of him with incredible speed tackling him down forcefully.Thick, inky-black liquid begins to pour from Kaito's mouth. The black acid splashes onto Ira's face and chest, sizzling and burning his skin instantly. Enraged and in immense pain, Ira doesn't hesitate—he starts pounding his fists directly into Kaito's open wounds over and over, ignoring the blood spraying onto his hands.*
Ira: "You fucking..."
*Kaito's manic smile never falters even as Ira's punches continue to rain down on him, opening up his wounds further and causing blood to flow freely. His body shakes uncontrollably not from fear but from sheer excitement and adrenaline coursing through him.*
Kaito: "Hahaha!"
*Kaito's eyes shift to a pure, eerie black as he erupts into a maniacal laugh, directed at Ira. Simultaneously, something in Ira's strength changes as well. Now, both Kaito and Ira are evenly matched in power.*
(The Leader Of The Goat Cult).
Axel: "Ira, that's enough."
Axel appears suddenly between Kaito and Ira, effortlessly separating them with his unique ability to manipulate and control the black liquid that coats the two opponents. His calm voice cuts through the intense atmosphere, commanding attention and respect.
Axel: "Stand down, both of you."
*As Axel speaks, multiple members of the Goat Cult appear behind him, their goat masks gleaming under the dim light. They stand in a semi-circle, their presence imposing and intimidating. Axel's voice remains calm and authoritative as he addresses both Kaito and Ira.*
Axel: "This ends now."
*His voice remains calm.*
Kaito: "Well, that was an interesting experience."
*He casually begins healing his numerous wounds with intricate demonic symbols etched into his skin. A smirk plays across his lips as he casually glances between Ira and Axel, seemingly unfazed by the intense confrontation that just occurred.*
Kaito: "How I do love to reminisce about old times with everyone,"
*He says with a smirk.*
Kaito: "But alas, I must take my leave. Good day to you all, you old chumps."
*With that final quip, he turns away casually without waiting for any response.*
Ira: "I hate that guy,"
*Ira mutters under his breath, his hand still clenching his bloody fists. He turns his gaze to Axel, the leader of the Goat Cult, who stands calmly amidst the chaos with his goat mask hiding any expression.*
Axel: "..."
*He grabs his book with the demonic symbol of a glowing goat and opens it to the last page.*
Axel: "God's power is drawing near. We must take it."
*The demonic book he's holding harnesses the powers of the links he targeted people from different dimensions using their power to make his book stronger. The book begins to evolve once again after receiving power from the first link - a human being who used the book's power for evil. Each kill helps the book gain power, and each new power discovered also strengthens it further.*
Ira: "Finally!"
*He smirk widens as wrath's energy pulsates around his body. The demonic presence is so intense that it causes the ground to shake slightly like an earthquake.*
Axel: "We must rejoice!"
*He snaps his fingers, and suddenly all the goat cult members appear in a desolate town filled with thousands of dead bodies. The sheer scale of destruction is overwhelming, creating a chilling atmosphere. He walks over the carnage, his footsteps crunching on broken bones and shattered flesh as he makes his way towards the ancient church - the birthplace of the demonic tome's creation. The rest of the cult members trail behind Axel, their boots squelching through gore and entrails as they step over the mutilated corpses littering the ground. Upon entering the church, they found bodies hung upside-down and naked, others sewn onto walls and ceilings like grotesque artwork. In the center of the room lay a demonic sigil featuring a goat-headed figure, with a pregnant woman's lifeless body positioned directly above it.*
Axel: "We must locate God's power and annihilate it."
*Axel declares calmly to his cultists as he approaches the deceased pregnant woman lying amidst the demonic symbol. Her abdomen has been brutally sliced open, intestines spilled out like grotesque ribbons alongside the unborn child torn from her womb. The cult members begin to chant loudly, their voices echoing through the desecrated church. As they do, blood starts to drip down the walls, forming words and images. A name appears - Hiromi - along with the face of a innocent-looking girl, likely no older than fourteen.*
Axel: "She possesses God's power,"
*Axel hisses, his eyes glinting with fanatical light as he stares at Hiromi's image dripping in blood on the wall.*
Axel: "Find her. Kill her. Destroy God's power before it destroys us."
*He scans his cult members, their faces illuminated by the eerie glow of the demonic symbols and the blood on the walls. He sees the hunger for destruction in their eyes, the same madness that drives him.*
Axel: "Go, Find Hiromi and bring me her head."
*He commands.*
(At the Flaming Chicken Hideout in the office).
Hayden: "Although our primary targets should be Kiyozawa or halting Kaito's group,"
*He speaks calmly, his voice steady and commanding despite the criminal nature of most of his members.*
Hayden: "It seems our attention has been redirected to a more pressing matter. Rumors suggest the resurgence of the Goat Cult."
*Hiromi, the only non-criminal in the group, furrows her brow, her innocent features showing genuine curiosity and concern.*
Hiromi: "What's the Goat Cult?"
*She asks softly, her voice barely above a whisper. The room falls silent; even the members listen intently for Hayden's response.*
*Hayden takes a deep breath before explaining, his voice low and serious.*
Hayden: "The Goat Cult is one of the most dangerous cults out there. Their goal? Total destruction across multiple dimensions. They're behind the Three Links - massive disasters that killed thousands. And the Original Link? Kaito himself. "And let's not forget their most heinous crime."
*He continues, his jaw clenched in anger.*
Hayden: "The destruction of an entire town. Its innocent inhabitants, slaughtered without mercy. Now, it's nothing but a grim reminder, a town that forever bleeds - a monument to their twisted ideology."
*Hayden's mind flashes back to the horrific images he's seen - Kaito, since he the original link, tearing through the town like a rampaging beast. Innocent civilians, men, women, children - all brutally murdered. The bloodbath was unimaginable.*
Greta: "The Goat Cult is bad news,"
*She adds softly, her eyes haunted by memories.*
Greta: "Especially their leader, Axel. That man is pure evil."
*She swallows hard.*
Greta: "And his book..."
*She shudders, wrapping her arms around herself protectively.*
Greta: "That book is pure darkness."
*She shudders at the mention of Axel's book, her eyes widening with fear. She remembers all too well the twisted pages filled with dark rituals and forbidden knowledge.*
Azriel: "Messing with Axel is suicide,"
*He growls, his past memories resurfacing.*
Azriel: "His ability - that black liquid..."
*He swallows hard. Azriel's face turns pale at the mention of the black liquid. He remembers that day vividly—the sudden silence as his team fell one by one after touching Axel's cursed substance. The way their life drained away instantly, leaving only empty shells behind.*
Hiromi: "We can't let their actions go unpunished,"
*She says resolutely, meeting each person's gaze.*
Hiromi: "For those who perished, and for the survivors, we must bring these monsters to justice. We'll put an end to their reign of terror - no more innocent lives lost."
*The Flaming Chicken members exchange determined glances, sparks of renewed hope igniting within them. Hiromi's words had struck a chord, reminding them of the purpose that had once bound them together. This was their chance - perhaps their final chance - to vanquish the Goat Cult once and for all.*
(Meanwhile at the Underground Facility).
Creation Orb King: "Looks like the Goat Cult is back in town,"
*He says calmly, his voice muffled behind his gas mask.*
Creation Orb King: "And they're after God's power."
*He pauses, letting the gravity of his words sink in.*
Creation Orb King: "You know what that means."
*He gazes at the black figure.*
The black figure: "I know what you mean. I'll send a few people to handle it. Mochizuki, Ashton, Klaudia, and Kiyozawa—those four should be able to manage it. If they can't handle it, then I'll step in, or maybe Takumi will."
*He responds to Creation Orb King. As he sends the message to Klaudia telling her what just happened through her mind.*
(At the Underground Facility Medical Room).
Kiyozawa: "Boss,"
*Kiyozawa murmurs softly, remembering the day his life force was shattered - by his own boss's hand. He grapples with his feelings. *
Kiyozawa: "Do I still serve him faithfully, after he nearly killed me? Or do I follow my original plan to repay him for adopting me?"
*He says it softly. His heart clenches at the, memories of the shattered life force flooding back along with conflicting emotions—gratitude for being taken in, anger for nearly being killed, and an underlying care that refuses to dissipate completely despite everything.*
Klaudia: "I'm not your therapist. It seems like the Black Figure wants us to do a job, so I'll be your caretaker for the time being."
*She pats Kiyozawa's back, believing he'll be a burden on the mission due to his injury.*
*Kiyozawa nods slowly, swallowing his pride and the turmoil of emotions inside him.*
Kiyozawa: "I understand."
*He glances at Klaudia's reassuring touch on his back, feeling a mix of annoyance at her assumption that he'll be a burden and appreciation for her concern.*
(A few hours later at the Abandoned Town That Always Bleeds).
Axel: "The second link has been killed; the book's power was too much for the chosen human. I must find a new second link while the rest of you kidnapped the young girl."
*He looks at his fellow cult members, clutching his book with a missing red string. His members vanished instantly, moving towards the young girl's whereabouts since they were aware of her location. Blue flames appear and shoot straight towards Axel. He immediately dodges them, only to see a teenage boy with spiky black hair and gold eyes.*
Mochizuki: "I found you."
*A smirk spreads across his face as he looks at him.*
This will continue in the next chapter.