(The Snake's Roar)

*October 13th, 1920*

*Peter's Mind*

Peter Ermakov and the Cloaked Figure appeared in an area in which seems to resemble the same arena that Peter was at before he fell unconscious while the pair observed the room.

"Am I back to where I was at? Or am I still unconscious or something?" Peter Ermakov asked the Cloaked Figure as he took the moment to walk around the area in awestruck.

"You're still unconscious and yes, you're in the area your body is currently resting but this is where I shall teach you the Snake's Roar but I'm sure you're wondering about the technique correct? I shall explain everything to you okay?" The Cloaked Figure responded back to Peter Ermakov as he was met with a nod of confirmation from the man as the mysterious person began to tell his story.

"The Snake's Roar is an ancient technique developed by an old master to counter the Dragon's Roar. The user can turn their hatred or any negative feelings into one powerful attack using the power of the snake. The snake usually represents death, evil destruction and cunningness so this should prove quite useful towards you and your quest in defeating everyone right? I shall teach you that move but that is if you truly want to" The Cloaked Figure explained to Peter Ermakov as the man nodded his head understandment as he began to speak.

"Interesting, Who knew such a technique could be used in that manner but if it means killing Kaede and those Romanovs then I will accept the offer but is there a catch to this move? I've noticed that not everything is free in life but rather everything comes with a price or bargain of sorts?" Peter Ermakov spoke to the Cloaked figure as he turned his direction to face the mysterious person.

"There is, If you use most of its power then it will forever leave your arms disabled meaning that you will never function your arms ever again but I'm sure the small price is to pay in order to fully use this technique but let's not waste anymore time let's test out your power okay?" The Cloaked Figure spoke to Peter Ermakov as he snapped his fingers which caused two large boulders to appear as both rocks floated side by side in the Cloaked Figure's direction.

"So I must use the Snake's Roar to destroy the two boulders, correct? I don't even know how to use the technique so I want you to teach me how to perfect this move" Peter Ermakov advised the Cloaked Figure as he cracked his knuckles in the process while doing some stretches in the process as he awaited his answer.

"Since you spent two years in the chamber. You've already got the power within you! This was all pre-planned by the good master so you won't have much trouble in mastering the technique but just try to harness your hatred towards Kaede, Bartok, Kazumi, and the Romanovs and use it to crush the boulders! Don't be afraid! Use the Snake's Roar!" the Cloaked Figure cried out to Peter Ermakov as he pointed his fingers at the boulders as he motioned his hands for Peter Ermakov to push forward for his attack.

"Interesting, It seems that I've already gotten the basics down but all I need is to harness my deep hatred for those damn fools. This should be quite easy!" Peter Ermakov thought to himself as he stared at his fists before looking back up towards the Cloaked Figure and the two boulders that were behind him on each side of his direction.

"I'm ready when you are!" Peter Ermakov cried out to the mysterious person as he prepared his right fist for the Snake's Roar.

"Good, Now I want you to turn all of your hatred into this short burst of power. If successful, you shall use the mighty power to crush these boulders into little pieces" The Cloaked Figure spoke to Peter Ermakov as he stood there waiting for what's to come next.

"Just think about hate. Only hate…" Peter Ermakov thought to himself as he thought about everything regarding the last two years and the Romanovs as he felt more and more angry as seconds flew by.

"It seems to be working. Very good!" The Cloaked Figure thought to himself as he witnessed the events that were transpiring as there was a greenish glow on Peter's hand.

"SNAKE'S ROAR! LEND ME YOUR UNHOLY POWER!" Peter Ermakov cried out.

He quickly ran towards the boulders and prepared his right fist for quick combat as his entire right arm was filled with green energy hinting that he fully mastered the technique as a projection of a green Snake appeared alongside his arm.

"Damn you all to hell!" Peter Ermakov cried out.

He used the Snake's Roar to destroy the boulders as there was a huge hissing sound which was heard as soon as both boulders were destroyed by the attack which caused some dust to appear as well.

"He fully mastered it. Everything is going according to plan…" The Cloaked Figure thought to himself as he saw the many pieces of the boulders fall into the ground as he saw Peter Ermakov standing there as the dust slowly cleared away as well.

"I see, It seems that this truly does work eh? This attack can easily deliver me to victory! I will defeat everyone that stands in my way! Nobody can stop me now! Kaede! Bartok! KazumI! Romanovs! I will take my time finishing everybody off nice and slowly! This long 300 year era will end before the month is over with!" Peter Ermakov thought to himself as he smiled gleefully as this shocking event gave him more motivation.

"You did well. My work is done. You shall be fully awake in any second now but be sure to polish the Snake's Roar as well okay?" The Cloaked Figure spoke to Peter Ermakov as he fully disappeared all together.

"I truly never understood why John would use HIM but that doesn't matter to me cause I will get the job done anyways" Peter Ermakov spoke to himself.

*Paris, France*

John Claude and Natasha were watching Peter Ermakov's unconscious body as they took some notes as well.

"He mastered it quicker than we expected Mr Claude. I'm quite shocked to say the least but will it be enough to defeat everyone?" Natasha asked John Claude as she had no answer from him which took her by surprise.

"No answer, huh? It seems that you're aren't to sure or you're ignoring me right?" Natasha spoke to John Claude with a smile on her face as she gave him a playful shove.

"It could be a mixture of both right? You should already know the answer to that question Natasha but let's keep Mr Ermakov unconscious for one more hour okay?" John Claude answered back with a smile on his face as he got up from his chair and walked towards the next area of the room.

"Who will get the job done? Ermakov? or HIM?" Natasha thought to herself as she stared at the bodies that were currently in use as she got up from her chair and went in the same direction he went.