#Mikoto just keeps blocking Munakata's number

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munakata texting scepter 4/even mikoto "tread lightly.." "watch all angles" at random times to keep them alert

Captain no, stop making your men paranoid. I feel like he must have picked this up from somewhere, like he watches a police training video that talks about remaining alert at all times. Munakata considers this, as S4 are technically the police but aren’t his men often too laid back, he would hate for them to get jumped by a criminal because they weren’t on their guard. To this end he decides to send his men friendly reminder notes, so that they won’t forget their training and become lax. Imagine one day the squad are working and Doumyouji comes running in all worried, saying he thinks the Captain is warning him that someone’s trying to kill him. Kamo tells him to calm down and asks what makes him think that. Doumyouji shows his PDA, which has the message ‘stay alert… watch all angles’ on it. Kamo is just like ‘huh’ and Hidaka says maybe it’s nothing, Doumyouji’s probably overreacting. Doumyouji is practically in tears because what if he gets murdered, Hidaka starts to laugh but then he gets the message too. Suddenly the whole squad has it and they’re all on edge, like is the enemy watching us right now should we evacuate. Fushimi walks in looking annoyed because he had the same message but rather than expecting an enemy he’s complaining because Captain better not use this as an excuse to launch a sneak attack on him for stupid reasons, suddenly the squad has something even greater to fear than an enemy.

Meanwhile Munakata has gone out shopping and run into Mikoto and they bicker like usual. Afterwards Munakata decides that Mikoto is truly too laid back, as a King he should be ever vigilant. He decides to assist Mikoto in bettering himself and sends Mikoto a ‘stay alert’ text. Mikoto is immediately like ‘how did you get this number’ and then decides never mind and just blocks Munakata. Totsuka is very intrigued by this mysterious message though, King do you think this is some kind of declaration of war. Kusanagi is concerned by it, like he wouldn’t expect a careful guy like Munakata to be so openly threatening, it’s not like him at all, and he wonders if Homra should be concerned. He decides to reach out to Awashima, who assures him that everyone in the squad has received these texts, please tell your King to simply remain ever vigilant as a matter of course. Kusanagi is like ‘I…see’ while Mikoto says he figured as much, Munakata isn’t hostile he’s just an idiot (and Totsuka’s like I see, remaining vigilant huh, with this curious smile. A few hours later Yata comes running into the bar all concerned because Totsuka-san sent him a text to watch all angles and what’s happening are the angles going to attack).

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“R:B” CHAPTER 8 (Part 2)

TRANSLATION & RAWS: NARU-KUN

* Chapter 1 * Chapter 2 * Chapter 3: Part 1 / Part 2 * Chapter 4: Part 1 / Part 2 / Part 3 * Chapter 5 * Chapter 6: Part 1 / Part 2 / Part 3 / Part 4 * Chapter 7 * Chapter 8: Part 1 

Yata and Fushimi are overwhelming in individual battles. The abilities of the two captains there appear to be close to those of the two, but there was still a distinct "power" difference between the two.

However, “Scepter 4” has a deft movement as a unit, blocking Yata and Fushimi's fighting power.

They do not get impatient, they do not rest and they maintain a certain average. It was a splendid "group battle" that seemed to make him feel like he was watching from the side. This type of fight is a trick that is almost impossible with "Homura", where each member has a strong personality.

However, if Kusanagi participates here, there is no doubt that the situation of the battle can be reversed in the blink of an eye.

Kusanagi is number 2 of "Homura". Not only because he is a counselor, but also because he has the strongest "power" alongside Suoh.

Additionally, Kusanagi's "power" can be applied over a wide area and remotely, like the multiple fireballs that were launched the first time.

Adding in here the extraordinary melee power of Yata and Fushimi, it's not impossible to defeat this formidable unit. On the contrary, if he feels like it, it could last "a year".

But that is not good.

That's because if he is so serious, he will end up with a real "act of combat" with no excuses. Kusanagi doesn't want to risk a full-scale war with the Blue Clan at this stage.

Of course, even though the kings are fighting, he can't help but think of nothing. However, Kusanagi distrusted the "Golden King" more than "Scepter 4". Daikaku Kokujoji and his clan "Tokijikuin" are organizations that dominate the country without speaking before. He is also the ally of "Accord 120", which establishes discipline between clans. At that time, even if Suoh said "Oh.", He couldn't help it, but he didn't want to imitate what might be taken as "opening the battle with "Scepter 4" as the consensus of the red clan."

Even for the "Golden King", they must leave "space" that can be discussed openly later.

Therefore, he wanted to keep "this" in the "fight" category. Even if he makes a mistake, he should avoid a "war dead" situation.

In that case, it would be nice to fight again as the first move, but this time, Yata and Fushimi's degree of devotion becomes an issue.

Especially Yata. He must have been exhausted, but since he realized that Suoh had started fighting, he was even more excited and struggling because he couldn't make a fool of "Homura". It has done. That is why Kusanagi was only able to provide careful support so as not to cause an "unfortunate accident".

"Oh, why is this so troublesome...?"

It was "Scepter 4" that entered. How long are they now in the Blue King process? However, if by any chance it is the "Blue King" who is fighting Suoh now, it is difficult to think that this situation that is currently unfolding is the way he wanted. Of course, there may be some purpose behind this, but even so, the scoop should be too big.

So…

Isn't this a "no one wants" situation?

And, as he can see by unraveling the story, many of the wars, even if there is enough ground up front, start with a sudden misfortune and expand unabated. Nobody wants that.

"This has to be a joke."

No matter how bad he thinks too much. Even if that is said, bad feelings never go away. And what's worse, he doesn’t feel like retiring first while thinking so much.

So…

This is a "fight". It is a "fight" that was sold. He had to find the end point, and it was not his intention to turn down some commitments, but he thinks it is natural to buy it because the fight was sold.

No, he has decided without thinking about it. He knows he can avoid the worst if he raises his hand, give up, and walk away, but he doesn’t buy it.

No matter how rational or cautious he is, Kusanagi is a member of Suoh's clan.

Hard to say at all.

"No way."

If the battle of exhaustion continues further, even if he survives in this place, he will not be able to cope with the situation after that. There is no choice but to force clean.

Kusanagi tightened his expression and looked at the battlefield with a cold gaze. He carefully controlled the "power" and lowered the target. However…

"Kusanagi-san!"

About to attack, Kusanagi stopped at the voice he heard.

If he looks at him, he rushes towards him desperately. Also, there are two strange guys behind him.

Kusanagi looked over and was fed up and frowned. He can see it even if it is far away. There were many annoying smells. It is as if he is holding a sign that says "bad news".

"Totsuka! Did you go looking for Yamata? I don't know why; I'll take you two too."

"These two are related to Yamata! King brought them when they were chasing him."

"Eh? Ah, no, what is Yamata's location?"

"I lost him!"

"Eh?"

He thinks he's been running. When Totsuka reached Kusanagi's side, he seemed to sit up and was on the edge.

Fushimi noticed that they called him "Totsuka-san", and Yata looked back and made his face glow. The Blues that kept fighting also showed a terrifying appearance. On top of that, he thinks they thought "Homura's" reinforcements had rushed in.

However, Totsuka is insignificant as a force, and above all, for the current Kusanagi, it is not a story of reinforcements.

"It's harder than that, listen, Kusanagi-san!"

"Damn! Tell me I'm wrong! Totsuka, I'm giving 10,000 yen, so please tell me that idiot Mikoto isn't fighting the Blue King!"

"It's an exceptional request for Kusanagi-san, but unfortunately it's true! Besides, the blood is rushing to his head like never before!"

"Oh, really? Just like I thought. No, but the 'Sword of Damocles' hasn't come out yet. That idiot is also keeping the slightest restraint."

"I think it's just a matter of time."

"It's not a lie?"

He's sure that inside it was by the Strains. According to Totsuka's explanation, Suoh joined Totsuka and later met the "Blue King". Kicking Munakata's request, he refuses to hand over Yamata. It seems that the snow fell in the battle as it was. It was almost like Kusanagi's bad imagination.

"That is, Mikoto is still fighting, and the other units of “Scepter 4” are chasing the lost Yamata."

"King should call everyone."

"No. Is it a full-scale war?"

"But, Kusanagi-san. To be honest, it's a trivial matter now."

Kusanagi is speechless at Totsuka's words. As with the dialogue, his serious expression prevented Kusanagi's tongue from moving.

"Now it's about King. If he doesn't stop, it'll be really bad."

When Totsuka stated that...

As if to test Totsuka's words, a red aura escaped like a pillar of light in the sky over there.

Kusanagi's eyes go to that before he realizes it. The light was fierce and divine, and then it spread into the atmosphere.

And, after the light diffuses, a huge sword appears in the evening sky.

Even at such a distance, its vastness and hidden strength was transmitted. At the same time, it was found that the "power" that dwells within them pulses to resonate with that.

The red "Sword of Damocles".

What is there is not just a sword-shaped body of energy. That is Suoh's intention. The will to fight, which can never be forgiven.

Furthermore, Suoh was not the only one who showed his intention to heaven.

A pillar of blue light stands right next to the "Sword of Damocles" in the evening sky. After the beautiful cool light, another sword appeared.

Similar to Suoh, but more elegant and different in color.

The blue "Sword of Damocles".

Red and blue, one sword to another, it was pulled from its sheath and thrown into the sky.

"Eh…?"

Kusanagi pursed his lips, not losing sight of the "Sword of Damocles." The battle that had turned into an exhaustive battle has ceased, and everyone is staring at the sky even in Yata.

"It is bad..."

Totsuka gave him a slightly haunted face. Kusanagi feels the same.

Suddenly one night, when he had a meeting in "HOMRA", Suoh's last line was fascinating.

At that moment…

Did Suoh say "then" at that time? A full-scale war with the "Blue King" and the Blue Clan. The two kings, who were in the same place, showed their intention to fight together. It will be impossible to avoid it anymore.

Even so...

Even if the two kings crossed the sword, the ruin has yet to be confirmed.

There have been many battles, such as the appearance of the "Sword of Damocles". It is the first time that the kings have fought each other, but it should not happen immediately after the fight.

The question is, why do he go so far?

However, once they get to that point, it is no longer a story they can make on their own. All they have to do is believe in Suoh, their own king.

Kusanagi decided to prepare.

"Totsuka. Summon the members. However, fighting is forbidden. I don't know how it will end, but believe in that fool and wait."

++++++++++

The first time he saw him was when he was still at school.

It was at the time when he was facing a bad group and only one person was desperately resisting. They crushed him many times and he thought he was going to die several times. There was nowhere to stay and he was walking around a corner of the city to avoid the gaze of the public. That was the moment. By chance he saw "them" in a corner of Shizume-cho.

Happy and proud.

Men who calmly cut the wind with their shoulders and conquer the city without any fault to themselves.

"They" were in the limelight of those around them, no matter what they did. Or it may have been revulsion, fear or hatred, but at least no one neglected "them". Everyone in town recognized them and "they" were naturally proud to walk in the dark.

His body trembled just looking at him.

He doesn’t think he are breathing in the same space. There was a brilliant life there that was totally different from his.

The thoughts that were etched in his heart at that moment were of longing and admiration.

It wasn't long before he saw them in town that he learned that they were a group called "Homura". The reputation of "them" was as diverse as the legend of the city, and those who were enthusiastic about the school were half-confident or shook their heads. Some ridiculed that it was a bunch of crazy clowns.

On the other hand, the evil of the city and the collapse of the Yakuza did not mention his name in the detour. The crazier the so-called insane, the more terrifying or overwhelming they were. Incredible rumors and real legends rooted in the city. He was engrossed in gathering information and trying to find them in town.

When he realized it, he began to dream of conquering the city along with the line of "them".

Men who have opened up to the freedom of living in the city only with their own strength and talent. He stood next to "them" and slapped himself. That imagination was the food to survive the difficult days and the light for the dark future.

When he had that beautiful flame in his hands, he thought he finally had it.

A new world. A new life.

A new me that seems strong and firm.

So…

"There is no point being 'Homura'. They are right."

The place he points to, the world he yearns for, was not bad.

If so, when did it go in a different direction? Why did he set foot on a different path?

++++++++++

"Oh, I found him!"

The moment he heard the scream, Daichi Yamata was lost.

The inside of his head is already a mess. They beat him there, they shook him here and he was chased by Totsuka and those who were following them. So the moment the voice he encountered echoed, he was engrossed in running away from the voice.

He was alone. And that voice still haunted him.

"Shit! I'm careless, persistent, I think of you."

He was being chased by a member of the Blues, "Scepter 4". He was younger than him and he was like a high school student.

It appears that he is in contact with other members over the communicator, and there was a scene where he was almost caught and shot.

However, it seems that they do not know the geography of the place, and managed to escape their hands by hiding every time it became dangerous.

Except for the first young member who has found him.

Even if he hid and jumped into the alley many times, he immediately finds and chases him. He's hideously clever. The physical ability is clearly superior to his. Even if the "power" is the same, probably stronger than him. That is why Yamata keeps running away.

"Hey! Give it up! Can't you run away? It's disgusting!"

Although he clings to Yamata, who is running at full speed, he appears to be out of breath and there are no signs of pain in his screams. On the other hand, he is already on edge. His breathing is turbulent, his heart won't stop beating, and his leg muscles are about to pull. Even though they were both members of the clan, there was a miserable difference.

"No matter how hard the sand is hardened by someone else's blood, it will collapse for a moment."

Suoh's words simply echoed in his head. The ironic sermon resounds.

The blood is trampled on again. Miserably, mercilessly, worthless, like an insect.

"Come on…"

Does not like.

Sorry for that. He has "power", he is different from his old self. He chews on his back teeth and runs desperately. When he realizes, he went out into an open space. A spacious intersection where three lanes intersect in one direction. Perhaps "Scepter 4" was blocking the area, there was no moving vehicle and, at first glance, it was not populated.

Backstage, he yelled, "Yes!" Here he could use his "power" without worrying about his surroundings. He is willing to attack and stop him. He doesn't care if Yamata cries or screams. Regardless of Yamata's intention. He is going to capture him and carry him in a very workable way, handling the luggage as a matter of course.

He feels like stomping on it like a stone.

"Come on…"

He just said that.

Could he forgive him?!

He stopped and looked back. He turned outrage into "power" and burned the flame immediately.

The young man in blue clothes who was chasing him is shocked and scared. That's it, it's not a thing. It is not just an object that can be moved freely at someone's convenience. He has a temperament; he has a heart.

Even if it doesn't match, it won't let the burning "fire" in Daichi Yamata be treated as a thing.

"Do not miss it!"

He radiates the flame with all his might. The blue clothing hurriedly flew to the side. While avoiding it ...

"I…"

Swing the sword that has been drawn. A blue aura flashed, piercing Yamata's flames with a single sword. All of Yamata's blows scattered as he was parried with the sword.

When the blue clothing lands on the street, he smiles and turns the tip of the sword.

"Did you finally get hungry? Ok? Let's go."

He looked directly into Yamata's eyes and happily said that. Yamata breathed on his shoulder and couldn't even answer.

However, there was a small, satisfying sensation at the back of his chest.

A Clansman, who is superior to himself, looks at him steadily now. Acknowledge its existence and try to fight.

"Hm..."

Suoh said that he respected himself.

He thought that was the reason why he couldn't be trampled on by others.

Is different.

True self-esteem cannot be broken even if he is trampled on by others.

He has almost exhausted his "power" in the previous hit. Still, Yamata squeezed his energy and put a flame in his fist.

He can't win, but what happened? The result does not change. However, the way the results are received is different.

It will.

Yamata screamed as loud as he could and hit the face of the “Scepter 4” member, who seems to have an out of tune expression.

When the blue clothing enveloped his sword in blue light, he caught Yamata's fist from the front.

Then, after fully accepting the "power" and momentum, he shook his feet and rolled Yamata onto the tarmac.

While smearing the scratches, Yamata lies on his back and says "Gah?" The tip of the sword hits the tip of his nose.

The sun slid over the blade and reflected a bloody glow.

"Checkmate... I heard that the red clan is a strong enemy, you were persistent, not bad."

The words of the young man in blue clothes did not include malice or contempt.

However, he couldn't ignore the casual line of satisfaction that was like the bud in Yamata.

He stands up by himself and grabs the tip of the sword with which he was struck.

Of course with bare hands. he doesn’t even have flames anymore. His palm was cut and blood was dripping, and he felt a burning pain. The pain was so painful that he even cried. However, Yamata burned the pain with anger and further burned his own fire.

"Oh, hey!"

He laughs at the surprised blue clothes and clenches his fist tighter.

"Oh, yeah... I'm persistent, I..."

The blue clothes approached trying to draw the sword. If he pulls it out hard now, it will cut off his finger. It is a stepping stone to do so much damage.

"Stupid. Let it go. It doesn't make sense."

"How loud, stupid... If you don't like it, get out..."

He is stubborn and puts his strength in his fists. Worthless. As the blue clothes say, it doesn't mean anything.

Also, when the blue clothes had a cold face, the blade would have a blue light again. Then the hand he was holding turned around so that it was pushed from the inside.

The sword is surrounded by "power" crystals like a barrier. He can no longer touch it.

Well that's correct.

Not an opponent.

Still, there is something you can do.

For example, how about getting up? Yamata stepped closer and twisted his body. Scared to get up.

As it is, it puts effort into its entire body, clenches its teeth, and stands up.

There was no interference for some reason. When he looks at him, the blue clothes are looking at him as he carries the sword on his shoulder. There wasn't any kind of evil or contempt in that line of sight. Just waiting for Yamata to stand up.

What a weird boy.

Yamata smiled unknowingly and stood firmly.

When he got up, the young man in blue repositioned his sword again. There…

"Was over!"

Some new members of “Scepter 4” appeared from the street where Yamata and his opponent had just arrived. Each one takes their sword and runs towards Yamata. "Oh, wait!" Said the young man in the blue suit in front of him, but the members were nowhere in sight except for Yamata.

Yamata snorted and then took a deep breath.

He will be trampled on from now on.

If what remains is self-esteem, he is no longer afraid. And he keeps looking forward until the last moment to "go away" even after being trampled on.

"Uooh!"

At that moment, Yamata's eyesight turned red.

The "mosquito" that should have accumulated came out suddenly. When he looks at it, "power" fills it, as if steaming. Yamata was stunned and sporting flames. It was a new "power" that he had never felt before.

When they realized that, all the members who were trying to run stopped, and the blue-clad young man to the side walked away in an instant. And, as it engulfed Yamata, the entire area was filled with a red aura.

"Sanctuary".

It is the territory of the king that elevates the "power" of the clan member. He looks up as if flipped over, a huge red sword hanging in the sky like a flag showing its land.

And…

The "Red King" approached the crossroads, walking proud in the middle of an unpopular road, with a beautiful but fierce flame.

Not controlled by anything.

Only by his own will.

"Ah."

The sight he saw that day, it's hard to think about that.

In the blink of an eye, the long-awaited and missed shot was stronger than any flame in the world and burned the depths of Yamata's chest.

He wanted to be a man who could be on that side.

Will it still be on time? Can he start over?

Yamata silently stares at the noble king, object of admiration, with teary eyes.

Suoh protects Yamata.

"You decided?"

It was a question about how Yamata would proceed. Yamata replied to Suoh: "Yes."

"Then the details will come later. Go away."

With that said, he passed Yamata's side and went straight down the street. Conquering the city.

When he turned around, a figure was approaching from across the street. A holy tremor that resembled a warrior's tremor ran through his body.

The Blue King.

That blue clothed youth cheered proudly like a child, saying, "Captain!" Behind the king is the female member he saw earlier.

The Blue King entered the wide intersection with the same calm steps as Suoh.

The two sides behind the glasses are like blocks of high-density ice without impurities, and their line of sight is fixed directly to Suoh. And the blue light explodes without the pretext of exchanging words. A blue aura spread around the Blue King.

The aura rises to the sky while dancing and dancing. Then, they were gathered together with Suoh's sword and compressed to form a "shape".

A huge divine sword that is as good as Suoh's sword.

The blue "Sword of Damocles".

The swords of the kings are lined up over the intersection.

Yamata, not only him, but all the vassals who were there, gasped alike and looked at their king.

The air in the place is so dense that it is difficult to breathe. Two shrines collide, space sways.

Two young kings with extraordinary power clash.

It is like a mythical sight.

"This is the end."

The Blue King declared.

"Suoh Mikoto. Get ready."

"That is a bad face."

The Red King answered and said...

"Get lost, Munakata."

The Blue King no longer moved his face. Just he said…

“We, Scepter 4, carry out our duties as swordsmen. Do not allow it to spread into the sanctuary, and do not allow it to be invaded into the world of dust. Control the sword with a sword. There is no cloudiness in our cause."

So, the king put his hand on his waist and drew his sword with that statement.

"Munakata, batto."

* Chapter 9 * Chapter 10

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Fushimi gets kidnapped post ROK in the everyone lives AU. None of them have their powers anymore and the opposition-whoever that may be- is incredibly formidable so the blues have to enlist the help of the reds and the silvers. Once they find him he’s in really bad shape-like really really bad- and the rest of the clans get a front row seat to Rei being more angry than ever (*cough cough* Mikoto gets turned on). Misaki is all ready to jump in and everyone is like-no no no he’s got this. Platonic ReuSaru please. Thanks!

I like the idea that even without powers Munakata is totally a force to be reckoned with, like no one realizes exactly how talented he is with a sword until just this moment. So say Everybody Lives AU post-ROK, everyone's powers have waned and it's a bit dangerous because there are still people trying to get revenge on Homra and Scepter 4 in particular. Maybe Strain powers faded last and so there are still a few out there who have weak powers, they can't do as much as they used to but it's enough to be a definite threat. A group of these former Strains have banded together and put their focus on Scepter 4 in particular, intending to get their revenge on the clan that was always thwarting their plans.

The Strains basically start causing minor trouble here and there and it's enough to draw Fushimi out in search of information. One of the Strains has bodyshifting powers, but due to the Slate's destruction they can only hold their transformation for like a couple minutes at most. They manage to disguise themselves as one of Fushimi's usual informants and the other Strains use that to ambush him, Fushimi puts up a good fight with his knives and sword but he's eventually taken down by sheer numbers.

Scepter 4 receives a ransom note shortly after, demanding Munakata turn himself in and that Scepter 4 disband permanently. Of course that won't be happening but they need to rescue Fushimi, Munakata is able to use Scepter 4's computer systems and his own intelligence to figure out where the Strains must be hiding. There's the worry about being overpowered as well and so Munakata enlists the help of Homra and Hakumaitou, Homra can help with the fighting and maybe Neko still has some of her powers too which can help them get the jump on the Strains. Munakata maps out this whole plan for everyone and imagine he's just deadly serious, Yata wants to be annoyed and yelling about Fushimi in danger but even he's frozen by the force of Munakata's concentration.

So they surround the building where Fushimi's being held and Munakata and a few others take point and go inside while everyone else prepares to catch anyone who tries to escape. When they find Fushimi he's just a mess, weak and bleeding and barely aware of where he is. Yata's immediately ready to go find the Strains and beat them up but Munakata sharply tells him that it is more important to get Fushimi-kun to safety. As they're making their escape though just as they get to the door a group of enemies show up to block their escape. Yata's fists clench as he says he's going to kill these guys for what they did to Saruhiko but Munakata holds out a hand to stop him, moving to hand Fushimi over to him instead. Munakata says he will handle this, Yata only needs to keep Fushimi safe in the meantime.

As Munakata approaches the bad guys Yata's all concerned, looking over at Mikoto like is this really a good idea, he's gonna get killed. Mikoto has this amused smirk on his face though, he says when Munakata has that expression he'll be fine. Yata's confused and looks back over at Munakata, who's still approaching the enemies all calm. The Strains laugh like you don't have King powers anymore what can you do and Munakata just gives this ice-cold 'Munakata, battou' as he draws his sword. Cue Munakata just wrecking these guys, even Kuroh's amazed by his sword skills. Mikoto's finding this particularly amusing, like that guy really needs to just stop playing around and let it all out more often. Fushimi stirs in Yata's arm and sees Munakata fighting all alone, he starts struggling in Yata's arms and gives this little 'Captain...'. Munakata's in no danger though, taking down the bad guys with just his skill and speed, and as soon as the way is clear he's right back with a sparkling smile like I believe we need to get Fushimi-kun to a doctor now.