"Help is here," Arthur said as they turned around to see him, but no one was with him. Then—bang! The barrier broke open. Turning back, they saw Grey and Dave about to strike each other with all their strength when—
"Enough of this foolishness!" a voice roared as someone crashed between them. But neither cared and continued their attack. Suddenly, metal surrounded the person's hand, and with a powerful swing, he sent both students flying. They crashed into the barriers, completely destroying them, before falling unconscious.
Standing at the center of the canvas was a man with flowing brown hair and sharp brown eyes, his hands encased in metal gauntlets. On either side of him lay Grey and Dave, knocked out cold. The fighting aura and breakthrough mode had vanished completely.
"Ca…cap… Captain Amir?!" Scarlet gasped. Then, she felt movement beneath her as Vince slowly opened his eyes, twitching as he tried to sit up. "Vince?! You okay? You shouldn't be moving so much."
"I… I'm okay." Vince touched his head, then his face, surprise etched on his features. "Huh?! I'm not bleeding anymore? Wait! Scarlet?! How am I out?"
"Woah! Easy with the questions, bro," Raze said, walking over but swiftly glancing back at the cage.
"What's goi—" Vince stuttered as he turned and saw Captain Amir standing inside the cage with Grey and Dave sprawled beside him. "Da… Captain?" he muttered as he slowly stood, watching Amir approach Dave.
Dave twitched slightly. Before he could open his eyes, a sharp slap landed across his cheek, snapping them open. He found himself face-to-face with Amir.
"Da… Dad?" Dave stammered, only to be lifted into the air by a single hand.
"That's Captain to you, you doofus!" Amir bellowed, his voice seething with anger.
"Woah! I don't think I've ever seen the Captain this mad," a second-year whispered.
"That's the truth," Vince muttered, his hands clenched, his heart pounding for Dave. "Dad has never been angry before—not even when Dave played dirty or when I brought shame to the family name. But now… I think he believes Dave has crossed the line."
"If that's the case, then what will happen to Grey and your brother?" Arthur asked, blaming himself for calling Amir. But it had been the only option—he couldn't think of anyone strong enough to stop the two monsters' clash.
"I'm… I'm sorry, Ca… Captain," Dave stuttered.
"What was all that?! How dare you pull this stunt? Not only that, but you also tried to kill your younger brother and a junior squad member while using the breakthrough mode!" Amir thundered, tightening his grip on Dave's collar as the air around them grew heavier.
"It… it wasn't intentional, sir! I'm sorry!" Dave pleaded.
"Not intentional?! You're sorry?!" Amir's rage exploded as he swung Dave to the ground. Blood spurted from his mouth, his eyes rolling back. Before he could lose consciousness, Amir yanked him up again.
"You've really crossed the line today, and you will pay severely!" Amir declared, his metal gauntleted fist smashing into Dave's face, sending another spray of blood flying.
"I know you're strong and resilient, so you should be able to withstand this much," Amir said before slamming his fist into Dave's stomach, making him spit up blood and saliva.
He raised his fist again, about to strike when—
"Da… Captain!" Vince called out, stepping forward despite his limp. "Please stop!"
Hearing Vince's voice, Amir's hand froze. He turned, glaring at Dave.
"See?! Do you see why you'll never be like Vince?! Even though you tried to kill him, put him down, and humiliated him, he still stands up for you. Meanwhile, you're just a worthless battle maniac!" Amir growled, swinging Dave away like a ragdoll. He collapsed, clutching his abdomen in pain.
'You… because of you, Dad hit me! I… I will never forgive you and your friends! That's a promise!' Dave vowed internally, glaring first at Vince, then at Grey, who twitched slightly before his eyes snapped open. As he slowly stood, his head felt heavy—until his collar was suddenly yanked forward.
"And you!" Amir barked, glaring at Grey, who looked stunned. "Thank you for saving Vince from certain death. I suppose you are reliable, even if you act awkwardly." He released Grey gently, who turned to glare at Dave.
'I can't believe I lost my cool there for a second. What if I had revealed my other affinities in front of everyone? Thank heavens Amir stopped me in time,' Grey thought.
"You!" Amir turned back to Dave. "You will be punished for your recklessness. You're sitting out of two missions."
"Two whole missions?!" Dave shouted, pushing himself up. "My stars will be at stake! I could lose my ranking because of this!"
"And how is that my problem?" Amir shot back. "Maybe now, you'll think twice before acting foolishly."
Then, his gaze swept over the crowd of students that had gathered. "Do you all need a formal invitation to leave? Get the hell out of here—now!"
"Sorry, Captain!" The students scrambled away.
As Amir walked off, his thoughts lingered on Grey. 'Grey… thank you for helping and protecting Vince. Despite limiting your abilities, you went toe-to-toe with someone in breakthrough mode. If you're already this strong… I can't wait to see what you'll accomplish after mastering breakthrough mode yourself. Maybe—just maybe—you'll even surpass me someday.'
A small smile crossed Amir's lips as he left the arena.
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