Infinite Anime Strategy Guide

Just as Cornelia was confident in her attacks, Taeko was also very confident in her defense. She had strengthened her body considerably and added some defensive techniques, which was why her left hand was temporarily disabled. This shows how powerful Cornelia was.

"I can't let you get any closer!"

Taeko made up her mind, but her feet were already moving towards Cornelia. With her knife in hand, she still had the advantage in attack range.

Despite thinking this, Taeko suffered a setback in the next attack because Cornelia's kicking leg suddenly extended.

"This is something only I can do, a true inheritance from Dad! Everyone's attention is drawn to my fist, right?!"

Just as Cornelia said, because her fists were so powerful, Myoko's attention was drawn to her fists, causing her to underestimate her kicks. She also did not expect that Cornelia could achieve the body control that only the Four Demons of the King of Fighters could do!

"However, since that's the case, I'll release the restraints too!"

Despite being at a disadvantage and even suffering a serious injury to her arm, Taeko became even more serious.

"Tornado!"

Cornelia, unaware of what other tricks Taeko had up her sleeve, was on high alert. The next moment, Taeko's body transformed into an afterimage and rushed towards her.

Ding! Ding! Ding... Ding ding ding ding!

An incredibly fast attack came crashing down on Cornelia like a storm. Just as Myoko herself said, the attack was like a tornado. She didn't insist on a frontal assault; any direction was a possible route for her attack!

"The power of the attack has weakened, but the movements have become more unpredictable..."

Cornelia struggled to defend herself; the rapid attacks left her no room to retaliate.

"But I can win!"

Regardless of whether she was suppressed or not, Cornelia had absolute confidence in herself.

"I will not lose to anyone in physical combat!"

Puff!

"Huh?"

Cornelia, who had been full of confidence just moments before, suddenly spat out blood.

"Is this the initial strike, the advantage of going first?"

At the very beginning of the battle, Cornelia was completely unprepared for Taeko's attack. Although she avoided a fatal blow, she was still grazed by Taeko's sudden sneak attack. She hadn't paid much attention to it at first, but now it seems...

"The poison, was it applied around that time?"

"It seems you have a tolerance for poison. It finally took effect after a few rounds. That's a potent medicine made by Orberugu!"

As Cornelia had predicted, Taeko had indeed coated her blade with poison, and the small wound caused by the sneak attack had now become a potentially fatal factor!

"Without an antidote, Cornelia, you're beyond saving."

Despite being newly acquainted friends, Taeko showed no pity or concern. Since their positions were absolutely opposed, she would put all personal feelings aside.

"……Yeah?"

Without going hysterical, Cornelia managed to stay upright, even though her body was being ravaged by the toxins, and she still raised her fist.

"I'm a wild child, and I'm very confident in my physical strength! I'll beat you and then get some rest!"

Cornelia is naive but not stupid. She knows very well that she is dying from poisoning, but even if she dies, she will kill her enemy first!

Even if the person she's about to kill is a friend she genuinely wants to befriend...

[This adorable older sister died after only 11 chapters in the original story! What a cliffhanger!]

252. A Narrow Escape [Part 2]

A chilling atmosphere swept through the abandoned buildings. The two men amidst the ruins were determined to kill each other. Faced with their respective positions, their personal feelings were sealed away in the deepest recesses of their hearts. Given the chance, neither of them would hold back.

"My vision is getting blurry; I must prevent the toxin from spreading..."

"Kill her!"

With a powerful push of her foot, Cornelia, despite being severely weakened by the poison, managed to overcome the effects of the toxin with her self-control, and her explosive power barely compensated for the loss of strength.

"Just one more punch to her, and that will be enough!"

The Crusher's punch is not so easy to catch. Once hit by the Crusher, the violent power will not disappear after one impact, but will continue to wreak havoc throughout the body of the one hit until all the power is completely dissipated.

A person can enhance their defense through training and some tricks, but the internal organs cannot be defended. The Crushing King's impact destroys the internal organs indiscriminately after hitting them to achieve maximum damage. Cornelia's strength was weakened considerably due to the poison, but Myoko also suffered serious injuries after taking that punch head-on.

"Guangfeng!"

Another slash. Taeko was very confident in her slashes, but Cornelia completely blocked all of them, even though her slashes were based on speed.

"How could a speed-oriented slash be blocked so easily? Did my movements slow down?"

At this moment, Taeko also realized her own condition. The battle had reached a point where it could no longer continue. Both sides knew that the outcome was about to be decided!

"The poison has already spread in Cornelia's body. Damn it, I can't use Tornado continuously."

The battle never stopped. With the two sides being relatively evenly matched, the key to victory lay in which side had the better battle strategy.

"Looks like that punch wasn't wasted, it worked!"

Even knowing she was nearing the end, Cornelia only wanted to kill the 'enemy' in front of her. If Taeko continued to live, she would pose too great a threat to her companions!

"Flower Wind - Slay Those Who Get Close!"

Myoko once again used the same opening move that had shattered a massive ruin with a single strike.

"That same trick again? It's useless against me now!"

As an assassin, Cornelia has extremely strong observation skills. Although this move is powerful, it is too straightforward and not difficult for her to defend against!

"Myoko, let's settle this once and for all!"

Both eager to determine the winner, they were prepared to use their strongest powers; success or failure hinged on this moment!

"Haaaaaaah!"

Cornelia, who was already certain to die, had no more scruples. All she needed to do now was to concentrate all her strength into this final punch!

Air began to gather on the Crusher in Cornelia's hand, and the terrifying wind pressure even blurred her vision. Before the punch could even make contact with her, Taeko, who was being targeted by Cornelia, was blown away by the astonishing wind pressure. Her body had already been severely injured, and this level of power seemed to have rendered her powerless to resist.

"cough!"

A mouthful of foul blood spurted from her mouth as Miaozi slammed against the wall. It seemed she could only watch helplessly as the figure shrouded in the raging wind threw a punch at her. If she were hit, she would surely die!

"at last……"

Faced with a desperate situation, Myoko's expression became calm, quietly waiting for the punch to come. The way she gripped the hilt of her sword and assumed a fighting stance made it seem like she was only struggling temporarily.

"It's useless, the Crusher King can deflect blades!"

Cornelia's Crusher was enveloped in an astonishing wind pressure, causing any blade to bounce off immediately upon impact. Therefore, Cornelia paid no attention to it whatsoever.

Farewell!

With unwavering confidence, Cornelia threw what was likely the last punch of her life, pouring all her strength into it. The poison had spread throughout her body, and even if she won, she would only face certain death.

"Smash King!"

"Guangfeng..."

Click...

Their final and strongest blows collided, producing a shattering sound, splattering blood, and an incredulous expression on Cornelia's face.

"Huh...?"

What do you see in front of you?

Blood, the shattered remains of the King of Smash, and his own...right hand, flung into the air...

Cornelia's Crusher King... shattered under Myoko's final blow!

"How could this be..."

"Your weapon has been hit too many times!"

Taeko's emotionless voice rang in Cornelia's ears, resolving her doubts. The Crusher King, who had been attacked repeatedly at the same point, was shattered!

dong dong...

Everything before my eyes seemed so unreal. Even though I knew I would die even if I won, what was this sense of desolation?

The blade reflected a cold light, and Myoko's eyes met Cornelia's at extremely close range. Although it was only for a moment, it gave both of them the illusion that time and space had been frozen.

Puff!

Without any mercy, a slash was unleashed, the sharp blade instantly slicing through Cornelia's delicate skin, blood gushing out. This battle ultimately ended with Taeko's successful scheme.

"It's so hot and it hurts!"

Cornelia lay in a pool of blood, helpless like a child. Although she looked like a mature older sister and had always been relied upon by several girls, including Akame, deep down she also longed to rely on someone else!

"It hurts so much, Daddy! Daddy!"

The maturity she had always pretended to be was completely shattered at the end of her life. She didn't want to live as someone who was relied on anymore. She longed... she longed for someone she could rely on!

"I'm sorry, I'll free you now."

Taeko's face was expressionless. No matter how painful it was inside, their positions alone destined them to be mortal enemies.

This world is corrupt, and reform is inevitable. Bloodshed and sacrifice are necessary in the process of reform. No one will cherish a peace that is easily obtained.

This is also why Lin Yu never interferes too much in the affairs between the Empire and the Revolutionary Army.

But, no matter what the greater good is, sacrifice is sacrifice. No one wants to die, not even Cornelia, who was raised to be an assassin!

"I hope we can be companions next time we meet..."

With this in mind, Taeko ultimately chose to draw her sword...

Ding!

In Cornelia's despairing gaze, Myoko mercilessly swung her katana, but just as she was about to die, a crisp, strange sound suddenly rang out.

That's the end of it.

A youthful yet undeniable voice rang out from the shadows. After her knife was deflected, Miao Zi only hesitated for a moment before slashing at Cornelia again. She would not allow her hard-won achievements to be ruined. Even though she was confident in the organization's poison, she wanted to see her target dead with her own eyes!

"At a time like this! I hope we don't alert the person the instructor mentioned."

Taeko gritted her teeth. Her goal for this operation was to eliminate everyone in the hotel one by one, but there was one person Barbara had repeatedly warned her not to make contact with.

"That attack was probably similar to my sword energy, thankfully it wasn't the power of ice."