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Chapter 18 - The Heat of Restraint

The arena hums with restless energy as Blaze Vortex steps foward, his flames flickering around him like a living aura. The crowd's cheers grow louder, their excitement swelling as the Realm prepares for the next duel

Blaze takes his place, his confidence evident in the way he moves. Opposite him stands Takashi, a calm and enigmatic figure surrounded by a subtle but eerie aura. Takashi 's ability is well known and feared across dimensions--he can forsee any event's outcome and alter it to his advantage.

Takashi:

(His voice low and steady, his aura pulsing faintly)

"Blaze Vortex. A being of flame and chaos. I've already seen the possible outcomes of this fight, and none of them favor you. But let's see if you can surprise me."

Void ling:

(His tone calm but firm as he observes Takashi.)

"Takashi isn't like the others. His power doesn't rely on brute strength-it's foresight and manipulation. Blaze needs to be careful. Even a single misstep could cost him."

Blaze glances back at his teammates briefly, nodding subtly before turning his full attention on Takashi. The bell rings, signaling the start of the duel. The arena trembles as Takashi aura intensifies creating subtle distortions in the air. Blaze counters with controlled burst of flames, the heat radiating from him creating waves of tension between the two combatants.

Mae:

(Chuckling as Takashi dismantle Blaze's attacks.)

"Looks like the flame boy's isn't burning as bright as he thought. Takashi foresight always wins-

Blaze narrowing his eyes, his flames flickering wildly but still restrained as he grits his teeth, refusing to give in to frustration. At the edge of the battlefield, Void and Seraphina stand tense, watching the fight unfold. While Void's shadows ripple with focused calm.

Seraphina Nyx:

(Her tone sharp as she turns to Void)

"Void, Blaze needs to use his eternal Flame law. It's the only way he can turn this fight around. Takashi 's foresight can't counter something that powerful--it would be over in an instant."

Void ling:

(His tone calm but resolute)

"No. He can't. The Eternal Flame law isn't just powerful--it's devastating. If Blaze unleashes it, he won't just destroy Takashi. He could destroy this entire realm and even the dimensions... and maybe more. Even the four girls rulers wouldn't survive. We can't risk that."

Seraphina Nyx:

(Her tone soft, her spirals pulsing faintly)

"You're right. It's too dangerous. Blaze has to find another way.

Takashi release his attack-- a focused strike of energy that cuts through Blaze's defense and lands cleanly. Blaze stumbles slightly, his flames flickering erratically as bloods drips from small wound on his shoulder.

Seraphina Nyx:

(Her voice sharp as she speaks to Void)

"He's bleeding. Void. Takashi foresight is overwhelming him. Blaze needs to make a move now-- something Takashi can't predict."

Void ling:

(His tone calm but focused)

"He'll find a way. But we have to trust him to stay in control. Blaze knows the risk--he won't let this get out of hand"

Blaze Vortex:

(His tone bold)

"Nice shot, Takashi. But that's the last time you land on like that. Let's see you predict what comes next."

Takashi:

(His gaze sharp)

"You still don't understand, do you, Blaze? All your attacks... They're meaningless. I can see every possibility, every outcome. And I can reshape them to suit me. Your flames, no matter how strong, can never touch me."

Blaze Vortex:

(His tone bold, tinged with defiance)

"Maybe you can see everything. Maybe you can even change it. But that doesn't mean I'm giving up. Let's see if your fancy tricks hold up when the heat get turned up.

Takashi smirk deepens, his aura shimmering faintly as he titls his head Slightly, almost as if in amusement.

Takashi:

(Hia voice calm)

"You still think this is about willpower? Let me show you the difference between vision... and futility."

Suddenly, the ground beneath Blaze erupts-- a massive, controlled explosion of force that sends Shockwave across the arena. Blaze react quickly, leaping back to avoid the brunt of the attack, but the sheer force of the blase catches him off guard. He skids to a stop.

Void ling:

(To Seraphina, his tone sharp.)

"Takashi set that up. He doesn't just predict attacks--he manipulates the battlefield itself. Blaze has to stay focused, or this fight is over."

Seraphina Nyx:

(Her voice filled with worry.)

"That attack--it was meant to wipe out. Void, are you sure he can win?

Void ling:

(His tone firm)

"Don't worry Seraphina, Blaze would win

Seraphina Nyx:

(In awe and nodded)

"Alright"

Blaze Vortex:

(His tone bold, almost taunting)

"Not bad, Takashi. You caught me off guard. But don't think for a second that I'm done. You might see all the outcomes-- but let's see if you can keep up when I change the game."

Blaze unleashes a technique called inferior leap. His flames now glowing with an extraordinary brilliance,surge inward and outward simultaneously, expanding their control beyond physical contact. Everything around him begins to respond to the growing energy, the flames dancing across the arena with a destructive elegance. Platforms dissolve into nothingness, yet Blaze's movement remain deliberate.

Takashi freezes, his confidence demeanor Crackling as he watches the impossible unfold before hum. His forsight shows him countless possibilities, yet none align with the sheer power now emanating from Blaze.

Takashi:

(His voice trembling)

"This... This is impossible! No outcome predicted this! Your flames--They're alive, growing beyond control. What is this?"

Void ling:

(His tone sharp, mingling with awe.)

"Blaze.. What are you doing? That energy-it's... it's annihilating everything it touches. Even without contact, you're in complete control now

Seraphina Nyx:

(Her tone rising)

"This isn't just flame anymore. This technique--it's destruction incarnate!

Mae:

(Her tone sharp)

"Impossible... No being should wield power like this. Flames that annihilate everything without contact? He could destroy the realm itself with that technique!"

Revy:

Her golden aura flickers)

"He's hiding more than we thought. This isn't restraint--this is raw destruction under his control. If he let's it loose..

Blaze Vortex:

(His tone bold)

"So much for forsight, huh? You didn't see this coming. Don't worry--I've got it under control. For now."

Takashi:

(His eyes angry)

"Why youuuu, don't think just because you got a new found power, doesn't mean I can't counter you."

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