Chapter 288
The night was hazy.
Haruto Saito sprinted eastward at full speed. It looked as though he was in a hurry, but in reality, he was on high alert, every nerve taut with vigilance.
He had deliberately exposed himself to Hinata Domon's sight, making it seem like a chance encounter. This was all part of his plan.
As he ran, he carefully calculated the time and distance in his mind. He wasn't sure if Hinata Domon would move from his position, whether he was lying in ambush or planning to reveal himself and feign camaraderie. Everything was uncertain, but one thing was for sure—Hinata Domon would appear and make contact with him.
Run! Run!
Haruto Saito dashed between two large trees.
Suddenly!
A flicker of movement appeared behind the tree he had just passed. A hand, as sharp as a blade, stabbed straight at the vital point under his ribs!
Fast—too fast!
Hinata Domon had chosen to strike directly!
But Haruto Saito was prepared. With a sudden shift of his body, he narrowly avoided the deadly strike. The fingertips missed his vital point but still landed a heavy blow on his ribs, sending him flying!