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The Inspector.

As the dazzling display of Gin's technique subsides, he gazes at his hand in disbelief, only to find the Dark King standing before him, seemingly unscathed. A wave of shock washes over Gin as he realizes that his Virtue Fist has been blocked by his formidable opponent. Overwhelmed by the realization of his adversary's strength, Gin staggers backward, his Virtue depleted, and collapses to the ground, drained both physically and emotionally by the failed attempt.

Dark King: You poured all your Virtue into that technique? so sad...

Gin: B-But, I-I was sure it would...

The Dark King delivers a sudden kick to Gin's chin, sending him flying towards a tree and swiftly knocking him out.

Helen: N-No!

Dark King: Oh? you are up? are you still able to continue fighting? My prototype is not yet ready...

Helen: I-I'm going to... b-beat your ass!

Dark King: Such a bold statement, I might as well destroy the authority while I'm at it. Arcane Technique. Darkness of the Ten Clouds.

The Dark King summons ten enormous dark clouds above him, which begin to rain over the Authority. Citizens gaze in awe, clutching their loved ones tightly.

Dark King: This is a goodbye to the Authority, Helen.

Helen: N-No!

Suddenly, tiny gravity orbs strike each cloud, absorbing them and extinguishing their darkness.

Dark King: Huh? my secret technique? what happened?

Amidst the chaos of the battlefield, a man emerges with black hair, yellow glasses, a white scarf, and a matching white uniform, adorned with pointed shoes.

???: Wow! this is what the authority looks like nowadays? looks like we really got better!

Dark King: Huh. Who are you? some sort of clown?

The Dark King suddenly drops to his knees, recognizing the figure before him as more than just an ordinary individual. Realizing the gravity of the situation, he regains his footing and begins to retreat. Helen gazes at the mysterious man, her realization dawning upon her as to his true identity.

Helen: V-Virtue master!

Dark King: V-Virtue master?? w-what's your name!

The Inspector: I refrain from giving my name to others as it may cause trouble to me and the people around me, but you may just call me The Inspector.

Dark King: The Inspector, so that's your code name, Virtue Master.

The Inspector: Is that... Helen? are you alright?

Helen: I-I'm fine... j-just kick his ass...

Olivia: T-That's the Virtue Master? I-I mean he's totally not a geezer! he looks like he's twenty nine at most!

The Inspector: Alright then, you've caused such a mess here, and I heard you are looking to continue fighting to prepare your... prototype, is it? I'm free, so if you are ready, so am I.

Dark King: Looks like I can go all out now!

The Dark King swiftly unleashes his massive claws and charges towards the Inspector, but the Inspector closes the distance with lightning speed, delivering a devastating kick that sends the Dark King tumbling back towards his ship. Though grunting and groaning from the pain, the Dark King quickly rises, only to find the Inspector standing before him. With a desperate attempt to attack, the Dark King is met with a swift counter from the Inspector, who delivers an uppercut that sends him soaring upwards. Seizing the moment, the Inspector grabs hold of the Dark King's leg, executing a powerful spin that hurls him across the battlefield. Despite maintaining his composure, the Dark King is visibly shaken, unleashing a beam of darkness towards the Inspector.

Dark King: Darkness Vortex!

The Inspector: I'm here dude.

The Inspector swiftly moves to the Dark King's side, his fist glowing with an ominous blue hue. With focused determination, he launches his fist straight at the Dark King's side, aiming to deliver a decisive blow.

The Inspector: Erasure Fist!

The Inspector's cyan fist, charged with virtuous energy, strikes the Dark King's side with precision. As the blow connects, the Inspector's erasing ability activates, causing blue waves of energy to cascade over the Dark King's body. Sensations of dissolution overwhelm him, as if he's on the brink of disappearing entirely. The cracks on the Dark King's body intensify, signaling the profound impact of the Inspector's attack.

The Inspector: Oh, looks like my erase fist doesn't work on opponents of a considerable power level.

Dark King: A-Agh!!

The Dark King remains frozen, his eyes wide with shock and fear. Struggling to rise from the floor, he retreats backward until his back meets a solid rock, trapping him in place. Gasping for breath, he finds himself unable to process the events unfolding before him, his mind overwhelmed and his heart racing with each passing moment. The Inspector's display of power has instilled a deep-seated fear within the Dark King, leaving him paralyzed and helpless against the onslaught of emotions coursing through his mind.

Dark King: W-What are you?? who are you!! you can't be human!! Y-You just CAN'T BE!

The Inspector: I'm The Inspector, who am I? I'm the strongest. and I can reassure you, I am human buddy.

The Inspector advances towards the Dark King, swiftly placing his leg on the Dark King's shoulder and seizing his arm. With a firm grip, he begins to pull on the Dark King's arm while applying pressure to his shoulder with his leg. The Dark King's agonized screams pierce the air, his mind overwhelmed by the intensity of the pain coursing through his body, rendering him unable to comprehend anything beyond the torment he is enduring.

Dark King: A-Ahgh!! A-AK! C-Curse release!!

The Inspector: Hey, don't even think about it, you know I can counter back with mine?

Despite the excruciating pain and desperation, the Dark King resolutely dismisses the notion of utilizing his curse release. Aware that such an action would likely result in his demise, he chooses to endure the torment rather than risk his own life.

Dark King: Agh!! Aki! Aki! R-Release the prototype!

Aki's heart wrenches at the sound of the Dark King's agonized screams, leaving him feeling shaken and uncertain of what to do next. Caught between his desire to help and the overwhelming danger of the situation.

Aki: But its not ready.

Dark King: Just do it!

Aki goes inside the ship, and decides to release the prototype.

The Inspector: Oh, you have a toy you want me to play with? fine, I'll wait.

The Inspector releases his grip on the Dark King and stands back, awaiting the arrival of the prototype with a sense of anticipation and readiness.

Aki: T-The prototype has been released!

The Inspector senses a surge of virtuous energy emanating from the ship, but before he can react, a fiery figure bursts forth from the vessel, hurtling towards him with incredible speed.