1. Bailan's Independent Operation After discovering that the Foundation's experimental base may be hiding deeper secrets about the Otherworld Walkers, Bailan decides to act independently and launch a covert investigation. He quietly withdraws from the Magic Club's daily training and maintains secret communications with Yomi Aoi and Hōdō Saya.
Through his investigations, Bailan gradually discovers that the experiments are not only related to the Otherworld Walkers, but also involve the extension of human physical limits. These experiments appear to be fundamentally altering the physiology and abilities of the Walkers. Bailan begins to search for concrete evidence, working tirelessly to infiltrate the Foundation's core facilities.
But as he digs deeper, he meets fierce resistance. The Espers inside the lab seem to have long since discovered his intentions and have set deadly traps. Though slightly outmatched in raw strength, Bailan uses his keen intellect and Illusionist-like magic to narrowly escape one pursuit after another. Exhausted and worn out, he refuses to give up and pushes forward in search of a breakthrough.
2. Black Godblade's Challenge to Other Academies Since learning of Shirakawa's death, Black Godblade has been consumed by a burning desire for revenge. He channels this rage into determination, challenging powerful students from other academies to prove his strength and regain his lost honor. For him, each battle is not only a quest for revenge, but also an opportunity for growth.
He selects those he believes to be the strongest opponents and sets out on a path of combat. Each of his duels is marked by ruthlessness and precision. His strength and speed have already surpassed normal human limits - especially when wielding his massive blade, which can cut through the air with devastating force.
While most of his opponents fall quickly, a few pose a real threat - most notably the elites of the Azure Academy, who use abilities to accelerate their powers to peak levels. One notable foe, known as the Fist of Fury, uses drugs to enhance his strength and displays monstrous power in battle, nearly defeating Black Godblade. In a grueling match, Black Godblade digs deep, perseveres with an iron will, and ultimately triumphs - despite expending a tremendous amount of stamina.
These battles harden him, but unease gnaws at his heart-his true enemies remain within the Tōun Academy. Especially Tendō Kyōichi and Yomi Aoi.
3. Black Godblade's Target - Tendō Kyōichi & Yomi Aoi Black Godblade knows that only by defeating Tendō Kyōichi and Yomi Aoi can he truly prove his strength. Yomi Aoi once displayed overwhelming magical prowess during the Academy trials, while Tendō Kyōichi's swordsmanship is legendary.
To challenge them, Black Godblade realizes he must go beyond raw power - he must prepare strategically. His path of vengeance will take him through every corner of the Academy, and he leaves no room for failure. Only by overcoming these two can he complete his mission - to avenge Shirakawa and reclaim his lost glory.
4. Tendō Kyōichi vs. Shadowblade Juggernaut Upon hearing of Shirakawa's death, Tendō Kyōichi is filled with grief and anger. After days of contemplation, he decides to fight personally to avenge his fallen comrade and uphold the honor of the Tōun Academy.
His opponent is a devastatingly powerful Otherworld Walker-Shadowblade Juggernaut. Not only does this enemy possess monstrous strength, but its colossal blade can unleash earth-shattering sword energy. What ensues is a battle of brute force and refined technique.
Initially overwhelmed by Shadowblade's speed and shockwave attacks, Tendō Kyōichi refuses to give in. With his exceptional sword skills and unwavering focus, he gradually discovers his opponent's weaknesses using his Heart Sword: Shatter Illusion technique. At the climax of the battle, he unleashes his final move - Illusion Shattering Shadow Blade - shattering the enemy's defenses and finally defeating him.
This victory not only serves as revenge for Shirakawa, but also opens Kyōichi's eyes to the growing danger of the Otherworld Walkers. He knows that the real battle has only just begun - and the next battles will test his resolve like never before.
5. Tendō Kyōichi's Determined Heart Though burning with anger over Shirakawa's death, Tendō Kyōichi understands that the Black Godblade's path of vengeance cannot be easily stopped. After his battle with Shadowblade Juggernaut, he decides to confront Black Godblade in person.
Though aware of Black Godblade's monstrous strength, Kyōichi is determined to face him - for the honor of the Tōun Academy and in memory of the friend they once shared. But there is no hate in Kyōichi's heart, only calm determination. For him, the sword is not just a weapon - it is a path to transcendence.
He knows that only in a true duel can he transcend his former self and fulfill his promise of revenge.
6. Hōdō Saya's Emotional Conflict While Yomi Aoi is away from the academy, Hōdō Saya experiences a whirlwind of inner turmoil. She realizes that her feelings for Yomi have deepened - but also that these feelings may never be returned. His cold and determined demeanor gives her no comfort, no place to lean on. His path is hard, and his goals seem far beyond what she can understand or follow.
She begins to question her role in his life. Can she still stand by his side and support him? Or is it time to choose her own path - to find her own purpose?
These internal struggles make her feelings more complex, as love and helplessness intertwine, filling her with doubt and insecurity.
The curtain of vengeance begins to rise over Tōun Academy. The Black Godblade's challenge is no longer limited to outsiders - it now targets the Academy's two legends: Tendō Kyōichi and Yomi Aoi.
As the chapter ends, Black Godblade prepares to face his ultimate enemies. Meanwhile, something is quietly shifting deep inside both Kyōichi and Yomi. A new battle looms - where vengeance and choice collide.
The path of vengeance is far from over. But there is a darker shadow behind it all - more conspiracies and unseen enemies. As the threat of the Otherworld Walkers grows, the future of the Academy is in ever greater peril.