Chapter 128: Father and Daughter
Two figures stood poised in the center of the arena: a father and daughter, Kitsuchi and Kurotsuchi.
Each eyed the other with confidence. The announcer darted at them both, wondering if he had inadvertently stumbled into a silent standoff. Yet he sensed that there was much riding on this moment—not mere combat but a critical test of bond and strength.
"Ladies and gentlemen!" the announcer boomed. "If you don't know who these two are, let me introduce them. In this corner, we have the fierce and dedicated Kurotsuchi, fighting for honour and skill!"
The sudden introduction made her smile as the crowd erupted into applause for the resilient daughter.
"And in the opposite corner, the formidable Kitsuchi, a well-trained shinobi and, most importantly, a father!"
Kitsuchi also was not expecting this. The announcer was hyping him up for what he believed to be no reason. But that wasn't enough to stop the cheers.
Both fighters stood stoically, each refusing to break the gaze locked between them.
"With that, let us commence!"
Kitsuchi subtly inclined his head, signaling to Kurotsuchi to take the first step. It was a decision that would either thrill or haunt him, she would be in control to start, though he knew instinctively that it was a double-edged sword.
"That's a mistake," his daughter sneered playfully, assuming a combat stance.
With a sudden burst of adrenaline, she launched into the air, her fist aimed squarely at her father's face. Time slowed as the crowd sucked in a collective breath. Her punch connected with a smack.