The all-powerful middle schooler

"That's right, Busujima-senpai is the strongest!"

"The strongest!"

"Invincible!"

This was unanimously approved by the other members of the Kendo Club.

Only those who have always been shrouded in the shadows know just how unfathomable the minister's swordsmanship truly is!

The prestige of winning the national championship is absolutely unshakeable!

"Bang."

The gate opened, and people walked in one by one. There were not many people, only about thirty, but they were all well-known upper-class figures in the Shuchiin.

"I hope your kendo club doesn't lose too badly, that would be too embarrassing."

A short-haired girl wearing a beret walked past Hideo Kojima and made a sarcastic remark at him.

This is his arch-nemesis, Dragon Ball Momo, the daughter of the leader of the Wide Area Violent Group Dragon Ball Division.

"This is really annoying!"

Hideo Kojima scoffed.

Why is nobody optimistic about their kendo club?

How ridiculous!

Surely no one really thinks that if they beat the previous few clubs, they can definitely beat them, right?

These people have no idea what a true strong person is!

And what is true martial arts!

52 Dugu Nine Swords

"Let me guess what you're thinking, Kojima. You probably think that as long as Busujima-senpai makes a move, we're guaranteed to win, right? After all, even if Busujima-senpai loses in her best area of ​​swordsmanship, she can still win by using that controlled 'technique'... I can only say that you're thinking too simply. That man might be even more powerful than we imagine."

Dragon Ball Momo and Hideo Kojima passed each other, and Momo stood against the wall outside the battlefield, a thoughtful look flashing in his eyes.

That's why today's match isn't an open tournament, but a closed challenge. Others will only know the result of the match, while only those present at the scene will know the process.

I waited for about three more minutes.

"Are you coming?"

Suddenly, the sound of footsteps at the door caught their attention.

The silhouettes of the figures backlit by the light are Rikka Takanashi, Sanae Dekomori, Chika Fujiwara, and Morika Nibutani, who appear in turn and occupy the two sides respectively.

"They actually put on such a grand show."

Hideo Kojima said with an embarrassed expression.

"You've made everyone wait so long, Hasegawa, you're really arrogant! Apologize to everyone right now!"

"Don't think you can stay arrogant forever! This is the Kendo Club!"

Immediately, several members of the kendo club expressed their dissatisfaction.

As the most favored club in Shuchiin Academy, they all have very high aspirations!

How can we tolerate such a disrespectful challenger?

"Whoo~"

Suddenly, a gentle breeze blew in from outside, stirring up a light dust cloud.

"Ten years to forge this sword, its frosty edge yet to be tested, today I present it to you... Does anyone have a grievance to redress?"

A figure with his hands behind his back strode forward, his face gradually becoming clear before everyone's eyes. He had a calm expression, exuding an air of authority without anger, and his icy blue eyes were full of sharpness.

"Gentlemen, what are your complaints?"

"All... ask for the sword!"

Hasegawa Izumi recited poems all the way until she stepped into the dueling arena. Then, with a flick of her right hand, the bandages on her sword on her back peeled off in an instant, revealing the Sword of Seeking Defeat to the world.

"Consider this an entertainment program, let me witness your swordsmanship!"

Such an attitude, such behavior, such words are beyond the scope of the word 'arrogance'.

This left the members of the Kendo Club speechless for a moment.

"What is he doing? Why is he suddenly reciting poetry?"

"I don't understand either, but he seems to have a lot of presence. This guy is really as cool as everyone describes him."

"It is said that some ancient Eastern countries use poems to embellish the characters in their works. Is that what Hasegawa thought?"

"It doesn't matter. The point is, by doing this, Hasegawa has created a huge grudge with the kendo club, hasn't he? Doesn't he care at all?"

"You just noticed? That guy has always been this arrogant... But there's nothing you can do about it since he's powerful. As for influence, I heard he has a secret relationship with Sawamura-kun, they seem to be childhood friends..."

"That makes perfect sense now. So he was an excellent childhood sweetheart."

The spectators were discussing the game in small groups.

"Who's gossiping behind my back!"

Eriri blushed and muttered to herself.

……

"Hasegawa, what do you mean by that?"

Hideo Kojima expressed his bewilderment.

"Isn't my meaning clear? If anyone is unhappy with me, I welcome any challenge you may have, even if you all come at me at once."

Hanase Izumi chuckled and nodded to the people behind her.

Rikka Takanashi and the others formed their own faction, closed the gate, and went to watch the battle from the sidelines.

"Did he really think he could take on our entire kendo club by himself? He's completely overestimating himself!"

"Since he's determined to die, let's grant him his wish!"

"This is the first time I've ever seen a request like his."

Hideo Kojima consulted with the club members and quickly came to a conclusion.

To deal with such arrogant people, we shouldn't talk about chivalry or honor; let's all attack together!

Even if they lose, they can still exhaust the opponent's strength and gather enough intelligence to increase the chances of victory for the minister.

"Alright, since this is your request, we will grant it."

Hideo Kojima gritted his teeth, raised the bamboo sword in his hand, and pointed it at the other person.

"As for the rules of the game, they don't need to be so complicated, and there's no need to wear any of those... The first one to fall to the ground loses, the one who admits defeat loses, that's all."

Izumi Hasegawa was too lazy to play by their rules and decided to simplify things.

In this way, even people who don't understand swordsmanship can distinguish the trend of victory or defeat between the two sides.

However, this would only escalate the intensity of the battle to another level.

"Then let's have the fight as you said."

Hideo Kojima also made a decision immediately.

As Izumi Hasegawa stepped into the center of the dojo, the kendo club sent out ten of its most elite members to form a circle around him.

Since it's a group fight, the advantages of a group fight should be taken advantage of, and attacks from all directions should be even more overwhelming.

"Come!"

With a piercing gaze, Izumi Hasegawa gently tapped the bottom of the scabbard with his left hand, and the Sword of Seeking Defeat flew out.

At this moment, he raised his right hand high, blocking the flying sword while simultaneously making it twirl around his wrist, demonstrating exquisite control. Then he gripped the hilt and pointed it forward with composure.

Wherever the sword points, nothing can stand in its way!

Even before actually making a move, this display is already astonishing!

"What a fierce aura...! What kind of sword could it be?"

At this moment, Hideo Kojima, standing directly in front, also felt his heart pounding, knowing that the outcome of this battle would probably exceed his expectations.

"call……"

He calmed himself down and gestured for the others to attack, but he didn't intend to join them. Instead, he waited for the opponent to make a mistake and then strike decisively!

"Aha……!"

The ten-member kendo club received the order without a trace of fear. They gripped their wooden swords and charged toward the center in different postures.

"Well come."

Hasegawa Izumi slowly opened her eyes, her demeanor suddenly changing, exuding an indescribable aura, and her hand holding the sword slightly turned.

The first thing to do is—

"The Nine Swords of Dugu - Sweeping Sword Style!"

The madness of the man makes the madness of the sword even greater.

Faced with the perilous situation where everyone's blades were aimed at him, Izumi Hasegawa locked his eyes on one spot, instantly exerted force with his feet, and his figure vanished from the spot in an instant.

"cut!"

Several members of the kendo club immediately adopted very standard swinging postures, demonstrating their solid foundation.

However, in the hazy light, a wooden sword struck first, hitting the blade of one of the men's wooden swords and causing him to immediately lose control of his sword.

A strange shockwave pulled the wooden sword in his hand to the other side.

"What!?"

The kendo club members beside him were shocked and could not dodge the blow. As their bodies made contact with the wooden sword, a numbing sensation instantly spread throughout their bodies, and they staggered back several steps before falling to the ground.

"This... I didn't mean to!"

The kendo club member who swung the sword was dumbfounded, and dropped the wooden sword on the ground in fear.

53 days without giving birth to me, Hasegawa

Although the situation before them was unimaginable, the remaining members of the Kendo Club who were surrounding them did not stop. With a swing of their wooden swords, they wove a dense net of blades.

Hasegawa Izumi had anticipated this. With a stomp of her foot, she moved with the lightness of a flying bird, flipping several times in the air before landing, and at the same time, she unleashed another sword move.

"Dugu Nine Swords - Lifting Sword Style".

This move is the fastest of the Nine Swords of Dugu.

With her sword-wielding hand pointing diagonally at the ground, Izumi Hasegawa unleashed her speed, moving like a shadow, and was already close to the person closest to her.

"Snapped."

As soon as he turned around, the man drew his sword to defend himself, but he did not expect the sword to come so fast. It struck his abdomen heavily, and the force pushed him backward.

The person behind him, who was very close to him, was naturally affected. Just as he subconsciously prepared to help, a wooden sword followed closely behind.

"what……"

With a few slashes in the blink of an eye, no one could withstand a single move; they all fell to the ground, their cries of pain echoing one after another.

"What a fast sword! What exquisite swordsmanship! I've never seen a sword like this before..."

Hideo Kojima, who had been watching from the sidelines, searching for an opening and waiting to strike, was somewhat stunned, cold sweat dripping down his forehead.

In less than a minute, the situation had become completely one-sided. The ten men working together couldn't even touch each other, and he couldn't see any weaknesses at all.

"You're the only one left, aren't you going to go?"

Hasegawa Izumi glanced around and saw that all the kendo club members were complaining bitterly. Then she pointed her sword at the only person still standing.

A pair of cold eyes brought unparalleled heavy pressure.

'We absolutely cannot let him win so easily! We must at least tire out the minister a bit more.'

Hideo Kojima forcefully suppressed the fear welling up inside him, gripped the bamboo sword tightly in his hands, and dragged the sword forward.