Rika and Airi arrived just in time to see Leo pinned down by the massive kaiju, its claws digging deep into the ground. The beast raised its fist, ready to deliver the final blow. Suddenly, a blur of movement sliced through the air, and the kaiju's hand was severed, flying off into the distance.
A human-like figure stood between Leo and the kaiju, his movements lightning-fast. His eyes gleamed with an otherworldly intensity as he faced the beast. The kaiju roared in rage, charging at him with incredible speed, but the mysterious figure dodged its attacks with ease.
With a swift kick, he sent the kaiju stumbling back. The creature retaliated with a powerful blast of energy, but the figure leaped into the air, avoiding the attack by mere inches. He countered with a series of swift punches, each one landing with precision and force.
The kaiju stumbled, its movements slowing. The figure seized the opportunity, unleashing a devastating combination of blows that sent the beast crashing to the ground. As the dust settled, the figure stood tall, his chest heaving with exertion.
Leo, still pinned beneath the kaiju's massive body, stared up at the figure in awe. Rika and Airi rushed to his side, helping him to safety as they gazed at the mysterious savior. The figure's gaze locked onto the kaiju, his eyes burning with a fierce determination.
The kaiju, refusing to yield, began to transform, its body contorting into grotesque shapes. But the figure was relentless, adapting to each new form with ease. Their battle raged on, a whirlwind of claws, fists, and energy blasts that shook the very foundations of the city.
As the fight continued, Rika and Airi watched in awe, unsure of what to make of the mysterious figure. His powers seemed almost... kaiju-like, yet he fought against the beast with a ferocity that belied any connection to the monster.
"Kaiju battles have always been epic," Airi said, her voice barely above a whisper. "But this... this is on a whole different level."
Rika nodded, her eyes fixed on the figure. "I've never seen anyone fight like that. He's so fast, so powerful."
The figure's movements were a blur as he clashed with the kaiju, their battle a testament to the raw power that lay within both combatants. Each punch, each kick, and each blast resonated with the intensity of their struggle.
As the kaiju lay defeated, the mysterious figure stood victorious, his chest heaving with exertion. For a moment, he locked eyes with Rika, Airi, and Leo, and they saw a glimmer of something almost human. Then, he turned away, disappearing into the shadows.
Suddenly, a voice echoed through the comms device in their ears. "Team 2, you've been disqualified due to having a team member incapacitated. Report to the extraction point for debriefing."
Rika's face fell as she looked at Leo, who was still recovering from his injuries. "We didn't complete the trial," she said, her voice laced with disappointment.
Airi nodded, her eyes fixed on Leo's battered form. "We had to prioritize his safety."
The extraction team greeted them with somber expressions. "Sorry, Team 2. You showed great potential, but the rules are clear: all team members must be combat-ready throughout the trial."
As they were whisked away, Rika caught a glimpse of the other teams through the comms feed. Team 1, consisting of Kai, Renji, and Mina, was still in the midst of their trial, battling a massive kaiju in the city ruins. Team 3, comprising Kaito, Sera, and Troy, was facing off against a swarm of smaller, faster kaiju in an abandoned factory.
Rika felt a pang of frustration and disappointment. They had come so close, but in the end, it wasn't enough. She glanced at her teammates, and they shared a look of determination.
"We'll be back," Airi said, her voice firm.
Leo nodded, his eyes gleaming with resolve. "We'll come back stronger, and we'll finish what we started."
As they left the simulation room, Rika, Airi, and Leo couldn't shake off the memory of the mysterious figure who had saved Leo's life. The figure's movements had been almost inhuman, and his power seemed to rival that of the kaiju.
"Could that be the 6th S rank" Rika thought