[Last Episode: Blaze accepted the challenge, and the stage was set for an epic battle between Blaze and Kato]
Chapter 56, Episode 56
[As the battle between Blaze and Kato commenced, the air was electric with tension]
[Kato, with a hint of amusement, goaded Blaze]
Kato: Let's begin. Show me what you got...
[Blaze, fueled by determination, retorted]
Blaze: You may be a king, but I shall humble you!
[With a fierce cry, he unleashed a devastating Energy Blast]
[However, Kato, anticipating the attack, dodged it with ease by using his future sight]
[Undeterred, Blaze charged forward, unleashing a flurry of punches, Yet, Kato effortlessly read his movements, catching Blaze's fist and twisting it]
[A swift counterattack followed, leaving Blaze reeling from the impact]
Blaze: Dammit... I never knew it was hard to even touch him, let alone counterattack
[Blaze muttered, struggling to regain his footing]
[Kato sneered]
Kato: What's wrong? Where did all that confidence go? Let me show you a little bit of my power... My power is water magic. You may see it as a mere magic, but don't get your hopes high.
[Christo's eyes widened in awe]
Christo: Watery magic? That's the most rare magic I've ever seen.
[Blaze's determination reignited]
Blaze: Indeed, I couldn't land a hit on you before, but now that I know your ability is water, I should not only touch you and have the determination to kill you, but destroy you... Let me teach you something small, Mr. Kato.
[As Blaze prepared to charge, Kato's aura began to shake the chamber]
[With a swift motion, he generated a water sword, leaving Leo in awe]
Leo: He can create a sword by using water!!
Blaze: Spirit God Blaze Boots!!
[Blaze invoked, moving at incredible speeds]
[However, Kato's prescience allowed him to anticipate Blaze's movements]
[With a single swing of his aqua water sword, Kato absorbed the power from Blaze's boots, slowing him down dramatically]
[Blaze's eyes widened in shock]
Blaze: What... He absorbed my power coming from the boot, with just his sword alone.
[Kato's expression turned serious, and with one swift motion, he finished Blaze off with his sword]
[The group watched in stunned silence as Blaze collapsed]
[Quinn's voice trembled]
Quinn: He was able to kill him with one swing...
[Kato's calm demeanor returned]
Kato: Do you now understand my capabilities?
[Lionet intervened]
Lionet: Let's stop here. I'll gladly agree to your negotiation, just because you all had the courage to fight...
[The group breathed a sigh of relief, with some eager to head back and others wanting to explore the world further]
Shannon: Their abilities are devastating, I can't imagine the first Pillar King
Athena: We can't even defeat the Last Pilalr King.. what makes us think we can even land a single drop of hits against him...
Becrux: Blaze is seriously injured just by one slash...
[Concern for Blaze's well-being was palpable, but Leo stepped forward]
Leo: I can heal him.
[Leo said, invoking the God of All Healing. Blaze instantly recovered from his injuries, though his pride was wounded]
Blaze: Man... Dammit, I wasn't able to touch him.
[Blaze lamented]
[Christo offered words of encouragement]
Christo: No need to worry... We just need to be stronger.
[As the group reflected on their encounter with Kato, they realized that their journey was far from over]
[They had to grow stronger, not just for themselves, but for the alliances they sought to forge]
[The path ahead would be challenging, but with determination and perseverance, they were ready to face whatever lay in store]
[As the group exited the building, they began to discuss their next steps]
[Shannon suggested]
Shannon: I'm heading back to the Chaos Universe with Athena.
[Staril agreed]
Staril: I'm with you guys too.
[Blaze, however, decided to stay behind]
Blaze: I'm staying in this place for a while.
[Becrux chimed in]
Becrux: Might as well stay and train hard.
[Christo offered his support]
Christo: I'll constantly help you all with the training.
[Quinn, though, had other plans]
Quinn: I'm going with Leo.
[Leo hesitated, his face filled with concern]
Leo: No!
[Leo said firmly]
[Quinn's expression turned questioning]
Quinn: Why can't I come with you?
[Leo's tone was resolute]
Leo: You need to go help the Force Light Guild. Right now, they're in a dungeon, and you're the only one who can help them.
[Quinn's face flushed slightly as she nodded in understanding]
Quinn: Ah, fine... I'll go help them. But promise me, when everything is over, you'll go on a vacation with me.
[Leo smiled]
Leo: Yeah, sure. I promise.
[With that, the group parted ways, each member going their separate directions]
Meanwhile, the Dark Lords traversed a desert landscape in search of any signs of life
[Izar voiced their frustration]
Izar: Hey, Nox, we've been wandering around for a while, still no results?
[Nox remained calm]
Nox: Stay calm, we'll eventually find someone. For now, let's keep moving forward.
[Rose sighs, as she is exhausted from the heat]
Rose: Guys, I am very exhausted, can we rest for a while...
Nerose: You need to stay hydrated all the time
Cetus: Did she even drink water?, if not, she might be dehydrated from the burning heat...
Mael: Stay put guys, let's finish strong
[As they journeyed, the group encountered a village, and to their surprise, humans inhabited it]
Haschwalth: Guys, look there is a village ahead of us.
[As Haschwalth pointed out a village infront of their journey]
Nox: Finally, we have found a place..
[The villagers welcomed them warmly, and Nox introduced himself as the leader of the group]
Nox: My name is Nox Llyord, Leader of this group. We were wondering if we could stay here and help yall, if that's acceptable.
[Daigo, the village leader, greeted them]
Daigo: My name is Daigo. It would be an honor for you to help us, if you insist.
[Nox nodded]
Nox: Yes, we all insist.
[As Daigo showed them around, the group began to enjoy themselves, exploring the village and its surroundings]
Daigo: Feel free to enjoy yourself...Jeannette.
[Nox nodded]
Cetus: This village is spacious and very large...
Nerose: I am going to see if I could get shelter for all of us.
[In a different realm, the Solar Dragons and Black Phoenix returned to the Chaos Universe with smiles on their faces]
Meanwhile, Leo returned to the Eastern World, only to find it in ruins
[His eyes widened in shock as he surveyed the destruction]
[Jeannette approached him]
Jeannette: Sir Leo, Sir Leo!
[Leo's expression turned grave]
Leo: What's happening right now? Tell me.
[Jeannette explained]
Jeannette: A gang group came to our world and destroyed our place, demanding that we make them our leaders.
[Leo's eyes burned with anger and fury]
Leo: Do you know where they are?
[Leo asked, his voice low and menacing]
[Jeannette nodded]
Jeannette: Yes, as I'm speaking right now, they're heading this way...
"My Lord, save us... These are the people who killed some of our comrades and destroyed our country."
"Help us Lord Leo"
[As the group arrived with the 2 Billon army, ready to continue their destruction, they encountered Leo, standing tall with anger and madness in his eyes]
[Yuna sneered]
Yuna: Who is the guy? Why is he standing in front of us?
[Flavio added]
Flavio: Move aside, before we add you to our collection.
[Leo's response was laced with fury and anger]
Leo: I recreated this entire world, and yall came here to annihilate everything...
[Leo declared]
Flavio: Your world? What makes you think this is your world you speak of?
[Fabio retorted]
Fabio: So what if it's your world? We're demanding that you give it to us.
[Leo's anger intensified]
Leo: And why should I give you... I claim this world as my precious home... The people here loved me.
[The villagers echoed their loyalty]
"Yes, we would never betray our lord."
[Leo's gaze locked onto the trio]
Leo: Who are you, and what's your deal with my world?
[Fabio sneered]
Fabio: Move aside, or we'll kill you, just like the others.
[Leo's response was cold]
Leo: I'd like to see you try..
Flavio: Don't get too cocky, just because your the King..
Yuna: You think you can handle 2 Billion army all by yourself, while fighting us...
Leo: Don't get your hopes high...
Fabio: hmm... what was that
Leo: This time, I will show no mercy, I will tear every part of your body from limp to limp and I shall bury your grave unto the dead.
[The air was charged with tension as the battle between Leo and the enemies was about to commence]
[The fate of the Eastern World hung in the balance, and Leo's determination to protect it would be put to the test]