Good. Let's call it quits.
So your first battle is already set, Stella?
I just got an email from the school administration.
My opponent is Momotani in the third grade.
Oh, I've seen him fight once.
His device is a rare armor-type, and--
Stop, Ikki.
I'm not the kind of person who wants to know all that information beforehand.
Really?
Yep. I consider battles like this as training for the future when I encounter unknown blazers.
I see. I guess you don't always know their ability.
Of course, I think it's also important to research your opponent just like you do.
What?
I just thought it was strange.
We're so opposite, yet we get along like no others.
There goes the first bell. Let's go.
Huh? A-ah...
Ikki!
Today is Friday, isn't it?
Yes.
That means tomorrow is Saturday, and the school is out, right?
So... Well...
H-hypothetically...
What if you and I...you know... go on a d-d-da--
S-sorry.
Is it about your opponent?
Inbox From: Shizuku Kurogane To: Ikki Kurogane Subject: [ non title ] Onii-sama, are you free tomorrow? Would you like to go shopping with me? Shizuku
Shizuku!
Sure, I'd be happy to.
Send
HEY!!!
Huh? Wh-what? what?!
The Worst One III
I'm really surprised.
I had no idea that a noble person like yourself
would be interested in the leisure of common people like me and my brother.
When I told him I wanted to learn more about Japan, he asked me if I wanted to tag along...
My master, Ikki.
What you need to learn, Princess, is to have a reserved attitude and read between the lines, don't you think?
That's exactly what I did, read between lines.
To go out with a seductive sister who kissed her own brother on the lips?
That's too dangerous.
Well... And who are you?
Shizuku asked me to come along.
I'm her roommate. Nagi Arisuin.
Call me Alice.
Alice?
No! Don't look at me so directly!
You're lechery, mister.
Oh, sorry.
"Staaaaaare." Oh, sorry.
"Staaaaaare." But, you're...well...a man, aren't you?
Biologically, yes.
"Staaaaaare." Biologically, yes.
"Staaaaaare." But rest assured. My heart is that of a maiden.
"Staaaaaaaare." Well, I don't know what I'm supposed to be rest assured of...
"Staaaaaaaare."
You're a serious man.
But I think that's wonderful, too.
"Staaaare..." But I think that's wonderful, too.
Maybe I'll try to seduce you too.
I'm joking! It's just a joke, so put it away, Shizuku!
Shizuku! You're breaking the school rule again.
Wow. This is a shopping mall in Japan.
Shizuku, aren't you dressed up today?
Yes. Alice coordinated this outfit for me.
H-hey, Shizuku! What are you doing?
What do you mean, "what"?
This is very ordinary physical contact between siblings.
We used to hold hands often when we walked together, didn't we Onii-sama?
I guess we did.
Th-then maybe I can too...
What? You're his servant, right?
Of course, it's alright to hold his hand if you want to.
But wanting to hold the hand of the opposite sex who's not even your family member
is like you have some special feelings for him.
Is it possible that you're--
No! Th-that's not it! I'm Ikki's servant.
That's all.
Then you don't need to hold his hand, do you?
Well, let's go, Onii-sama.
Oh, y-yeah.
Onii-sama, what shall we eat today?
Anything's good.
Then please have me.
--Stupid Ikki! Sister lover! Weakling! Lady's man! Pervert! Sister lover!
--Shizuku is overly excited today. --Stupid Ikki! Sister lover! Weakling! Lady's man! Pervert! Sister lover!
Hey. It's almost time to switch, isn't it?
Yeah, that's right. Then...
Wow! This is delicious!
Yeah, it is. The cream is so rich and has a nice aftertaste.
Isn't it?! It's been a while since I found a jackpot like this place, so I wanted to tell you.
But for ice cream, I recommend the place on the third floor.
You know many places.
When it comes to delicious sweets and cute clothes, no one beats Alice. Right?
It's what I live for.
Oh, Shizuku.
You're dressed pretty, so you should pay more attention.
Oh? Are you the type who's all about offensive, and no defensive powers?
Sh-sh-shut up, Alice! I-I-It was just so s-s-sudden, so I-I-I was just s-s-surprised!
Fwhat? Ish therf somefing on my face?
I'm surprised that you think there's nothing on your face!
If there's anything on my face, it's okay to get it off just like you did to Shizuku.
We're talking about a different level.
I'll go and borrow a towel.
H-hey, Ikki!
Stella... Are you stupid, by any chance?
You can be very cute. Makes me want to root for you.
Sh-shut up.
I'm surprised, by the way.
That Shizuku seems to open up to you.
Oh? Is that so surprising?
She's sensitive and shy around new people, and she's not the kind of girl who becomes friendly with others.
Especially to men.
Well, I am a woman.
I... I just wanted to thank you.
Thank you for being friends with her.
Just like what Shizuku said about you.
You're strong and very kind,
but...
that's exactly why you are...
No, it's nothing. Forget it.
What's wro--
This is such trouble...
It's Bisho's order. We gotta do it right.
I know, but!
So what there are a couple of dudes hiding in here?!
Hey! Stop it!
We were told to take any customers we found hostage.
I know, I know!
But we learned instantly that there's no one here.
Jesus...
Who are those people?
At least we know they're not good people.
It's possible that this mall has been...
Taken by them?
Maybe. You wanna go find out?
Is that your device?
Yep. It's the Hermit of Darkness.
I can control shadows with this.
And also move around in the shadows.
Let's go. I'm worried about Shizuku and Stella.
Yeah.
Stella... Shizuku...
Looks like they're just sleeping because of the anesthesia.
Really, so the situation is already in the news.
Yeah. The customers who fled called the police.
The police are already surrounding the place.
Who are the perpetrators?
Looks like a crime organization with a blazer.
They're asking for a ridiculously high amount of money.
If money is what they want, there's gotta be an easier way.
Guys like that want something more than money.
It's seeing people terrified and controlling them.
The police asked for your assistance.
Permit for Spiritual Equipment I give the following people permission to use spiritual equipment outside the school. Ikki Kurogane Stella Vermillion Shizuku Kurogane Nagi Arisuin
By the authority of the director, I'm approving the four of you the use of spiritual equipment outside of school.
Thank you very much, Director.
just don't be reckless.
Hey! Come close!
They only took women and children hostage.
They're despicable.
I have a plan, but I need some time.
I need you to absolutely stay under their radar until I'm ready.
I'll do my best.
Please! Don't hurt my child, please!
You're annoying! Stay still!
Don't bully my mom!
You little piece of shit!
A boy who doesn't know any manners should be...
No! Don't!
...punished!
Damn it! Are you a blazer?!
You're wasting your efforts. Bullets are not effective against my Empress Dress.
Shut up!
I have no intention of fighting with you guys.
Let me negotiate with your boss.
Don't be stupid! Who do you think you a--
Put your gun down, Yakin!
Well, well, well!
Miss Stella, the second princess of the Vermillion Empire.
It's an honor to meet you.
So you're the boss.
That's correct. I am Bisho. Very nice to meet you.
Hey, Yakin! What the hell are you doing?
Didn't I tell you to not touch the hostages?
I'm sorry... But that kid threw a piece of ice cream at me...
Huh? Complaining about such a minor thing.
Hmm. No. That's terrible what happened to you. Yakin.
Y-yes.
A kid who knows no discipline is all his parents' fault. Right, Yakin?
Stop it!
Punishment for a crime. Forgiveness for punishment.
That's my motto.
This woman is guilty of not teaching discipline to her child.
Pay for your crime with your life.
Serve me, Laevatein.
It's a trap! But I'll push through with my power!
Judgment Ring!
You're fast. And strong. But sadly, you don't know how big and scary the world is!
This is my device, Judgment Ring.
Its attribute is crime and punishment.
The left ring absorbs all attacks on me as criminal, and the right ring releases that power as punishment.
So that means I was punched by my full force.
But still! No wonder you are the princess. Risking your own body for the commoners.
In respect to your courage, I'm presenting you a way to save their lives.
What is it?
You take his place, and you apologize.
By kneeling down on the ground, fully naked!
That bastard!
Stay calm. If we move now...
This is something!
Some great entertainment!
You have nerves of steel.
But there's still more to take off.
Shadow Bind.
I pinned your shadow down. I'm sorry.
Let me...go...
Shizuku's ability to control magical power is the best in school.
Trust your sister. Without having anyone notice, she can create a magical barrier.
Note: Or "Wall of Wave".
--Shoha Suiren!
--What?! --Shoha Suiren!
Shit! There was another blazer?
If that's the case, just kill everyone. Shoot!
Yee-haw!
I'll leave the rest to you, Onii-sama.
Come to me, Intetsu.
Huh. We have another one up there.
Itto Shura.
Right now, I don't need to see any colors.
I'll take the resources used for color recognition
and distribute them to receive only necessary information.
If his left palm receives my attack, it will be neutralized. But!
Note: Or "Lightning".
The Seventh Secret Sword. Raiko!
If my sword is faster than your dynamic vision, you can't absorb it.
Y-you... How dare y--
Considering what you did to Stella, this is still too generous.
Y-you little brat!
Okay, play time is over.
D-damn you! Hey, I don't care who! Just take these guys...
Oh? I think your friends are sleeping.
Stella! Stella!
Wh-what? What's wrong, Ikki?
I'm sorry. I'm really sorry!
Ikki...
Jeez. You're way too hasty.
Going out without any plans.
But I think it was admirable.
You too. You protected everyone.
--Ikki!
--Onii-sama? --Ikki!
I'm fine. It's a rebound from using Itto Shura.
Nobody move! If you do anything stupid, I'll kill her.
Is she one of them?
You are not the only ones hiding among the hostages. Bunch of dummies!
You there! Free Bisho, or...
No. Help me!
Note: Or "Hazy Moon".
Pierce, Oborozuki!
Wh-what was that? Where did that come from?
It's not my style to steal other people's credit.
I didn't even sense his presence.
Kirihara.
It's been a while, Ikki Kurogane.
You're still in school, huh?
Oh, Kirihara!
I was so worried about you!
Huh. I didn't do much.
But you defeated the bad guys, right?
You're so cool!
You really are!
I don't think...I like him.
This is the first time you and I are in agreement.
Hmm? What is it?
Kirihara. Thank you for earlier. You saved us.
I must offer a helping hand to the weak.
But Kurogane. Are you still on the path of chivalry with that miserable power of yours?
Hey, you! Enough is enough!
Stella! It's fine.
It's not! Ikki is strong, you know!
He's way out of your league!
Wh-what?!
This is awesome!
It seems like you're advertising yourself as a very cool guy.
You should tell her the truth.
That you're the coward who ran away because you were too scared to face me in the battle.
Oh, that reminds me. Did you check your student handbook?
Inbox From: Hagun Academy Administration To: Ikki Kurogane Subject: Re: Seven Star Battle Festival Dear Ikki Kurogane, Your opponent for the first selection match has been decided. You will be fighting Shizuya Kirihara of Class 2-3. For more details, click the link below.
That's right. The opponent in your first battle is me, Shizuya Kirihara, who represented the school last year
at the Seven Star Battle Festival.
I hope you won't run away this time.
The Worst One.
The Worst One IV