Messiah's Rebirth

by Morthos

Nanashi had saved the world, and was now trying to enjoy a peacful life, but the multiverse had other plans. In a new world that rivals his own in strangeness what path will the Messiah/Godslayer choose to walk? Rated M because Shin Megami Tensei and I feel like it.

6. Chapter 6

With a grunt of exertion, Nanashi throws a punch that Hallelujah swiftly blocks. As the half-demon tries to retaliate, Nanashi swiftly brings up a knee to break his guard before lashing out with a side kick that sends him to the ground.

Nanashi helps his friend up with a chuckle, "You good man? I know you said don't hold back, but I don't exactly want to break you here."

Hallelujah grunts, "I'll be alright. Damn, you've really been working for this, huh?"

Nanashi chuckles, "Of course, helping people is what I do. Besides, it's the best opportunity to bring our group back together."

Hallelujah falls back into his fighting stance, "Alright, with the exam tomorrow we need to be at our absolute peak. How about one more round?"

Nanashi resumes his own stance, "I thought you'd never ask."

For a beat of silence neither teen moves. As if by an invisible signal, both rush forward and meet eachother head on, jabs, kicks, and blocks flowing together in rapid motion. Feinting to the left, Nanashi slips a punch through Hallelujah's guard and directly into his chest, forcing him back. In a swift followup, Nanashi trips his friend and pins him to the ground, ending the match.

Helping Hallelujah up, Nanashi lets out a chuckle, "You aren't holding back, are you? If you won't go all out on me, then there could be trouble with real threats."

Hallelujah chuckles, "Wouldn't dream of it, you just don't know how to take a break." He shakes his head, "I swear, it feels like every time I see you, you've improved, but you always push yourself harder."

Nanashi chuckles, "Well, we're aiming for UA, aren't we? I figured it'd be good to get into the 'Plus Ultra' attitude early."

Hallelujah lets out a sigh, "Just don't wear yourself out, okay? Now then, I've heard about this great new ramen stand nearby, wanna go try it?"

Nanashi smiles, "Of course, if it's caught your attention, it must be good. Now lead the way! We've only got so much daylight to burn!"

A/N: Small interaction before the exam, nothing major. Next chapter will have more though. See you then.