Rising Shadows: Uchiha's Wrath

This time, Mui was not as lucky as the original.

Muku's punch, while piercing his chest, directly shattered his heart! The moment he fell to the ground, Mui completely lost his life! They all disappeared! Although the prisoners still didn't know what happened, since the binding technique was released, it meant that they could leave this cursed place! Suddenly, the prisoners no longer paid attention to Muku, but excitedly moved towards freedom, running away from the prison! If they left here, they would be free! But is this the case?...

Muku licked the blood on his hands and grinned at the group of prisoners.

After that, countless dark tendrils began to emerge from his body! In a short time, he transformed into a monstrous being over ten meters tall, with wings on its back, a darkened body, and huge fangs! Then, Muku immediately launched an attack on the group of prisoners! It flew to the center of them at an astonishing speed, smashing the ground with a powerful claw! Suddenly, dozens of prisoners were thrown off balance by the impact! Muku grabbed a few of them and hurled them into the Abyssal Vault!

At this time, the Vault began to shift again, its structure rearranging itself into a formation of shifting gates. Those thrown into it were instantly swallowed by the overwhelming suction force erupting from within! And this was just the beginning. One by one, prisoners were dragged, captured, and tossed into the Vault! Some tried to resist. After all, without the suppression technique, they could now mobilize their energy! But Muku seemed to possess an uncanny ability to predict their every move, making their efforts useless!

In the distance, Kaito quietly observed the scene without any intention of intervening.

These prisoners were the most ruthless criminals in the world, and they were not worth saving. And even if Muku failed, Kaito would have eliminated them himself.

After all, their escape was indirectly caused by his arrival.

So Kaito simply watched as Muku continued tossing the prisoners into the Vault one by one.

As more people were consumed by the Vault, the strange energy it emitted became heavier, causing Rin's power to rise slightly—his strength growing by a small margin within the elite ranks. His form also expanded a little! However, to Kaito, Rin was still insignificant.

Seeing this, Kaito murmured, "The power derived from emotions is... quite fascinating."

"It seems this time, I'll gain something unique."

After more than ten minutes of terrified screams, only Kaito and Muku remained in the prison.

Well, there was also the group of guards—still under Kaito's hypnosis, oblivious to everything! Muku relied on sensing emotions to locate targets, and since these guards were trapped in an illusion, they had gone unnoticed.

...With all the prisoners taken care of, Muku naturally turned his attention to Kaito! Seeing that Kaito was the only one left, Muku roared and lunged at him, swinging a massive claw!

"Though you've gotten stronger, you're still just a brute."

Kaito scoffed, showing no concern.

However, just as Muku's claw was about to strike, a golden warrior instantly materialized around Kaito—his complete defense, his guardian!

At the same time, the golden warrior swung its fist, sending Muku flying with a single punch!

Muku crashed through several buildings, his massive body demolishing structures before being buried in the debris!

"Impossible!"

A shocked voice emerged from the rubble as Muku crawled out, disbelief written all over his face.

Kaito spoke calmly, "Your ability allows you to sense emotions, specifically 'fear.'"

"It's an interesting ability, but unfortunately for you, I don't experience fear."

"You...!"

Muku roared in fury.

He spread his wings, launching hundreds of dark energy spikes at Kaito! Each one carried devastating force, yet when they struck the golden warrior's defense, they had no effect whatsoever!

Seeing this, Muku unleashed a massive energy blast toward Kaito!

Once again, it had no impact.

Kaito gazed at him indifferently. "If you're out of tricks, then it's my turn."

With that, the golden warrior began to transform, growing into a fully realized colossus over a hundred meters tall!

Faced with this overwhelming form, even Muku —the embodiment of terror—felt fear for the first time.

The colossus slowly drew its massive blade.

With a single swing, Muku and everything behind him were split in two! The impact left a deep scar across the earth!

Muku let out a shriek of agony as he collapsed.

But suddenly, the Abyssal Vault stirred once more!

A strange energy drifted towards Muku, rapidly regenerating his torn form. However, after recovering, his size had diminished!

"Tch, beings formed from emotions sure are resilient."

Kaito smirked before swinging his sword again, slicing Muku in half once more!

Then Muku regenerated, and Kaito struck again!

...

After dozens of repetitions, Muku was once again split in two. But this time, the Abyssal Vault did not restore him.

Muku's body quickly began to disintegrate, reverting to his original form.

But now, he was barely alive—his death was inevitable.

Seeing this, Kaito didn't hesitate. He stepped forward and ended Muku's existence completely.

"Now then... it's time for the main event."

Kaito turned his gaze toward the Abyssal Vault.

At the same time, the golden warrior around him faded away.

The Vault had become much weaker after all that had transpired.

Kaito silently commanded, "System, is there a way for me to absorb the emotional energy within the Vault?"

[By entering the Vault, the system will assist the host in devouring its essence.]

"So, I have to go in..."

Kaito pondered briefly before stepping toward the Vault.

Upon reaching its entrance, he did not hesitate—he stepped in.

He had complete trust in the system.

The Vault was nothing significant in his eyes; he was confident in overcoming whatever lay inside.

The moment Kaito entered, the four gates slammed shut!

Silence returned to the ruined city.

As for the hypnotized guards, Kaito's illusion would last at least twelve hours—they were having the most peaceful day of their lives.

...

Time passed quickly, and soon, the sun rose over the city square.

At that moment, the stillness of the Vault shattered!

With a deafening explosion, the structure burst open, sending dust and debris flying into the sky!

As the dust settled, Kaito's figure emerged.

He slowly stretched his arms, letting out a satisfied sigh.

"Last night was quite a fruitful hunt."