The momentum gradually shifted in Saruto's favor. He used his experience and agility to his advantage, pressing the Second Founder from all sides. Every punch and every move was a concentrated burst of power, exhausting his opponent.
The Second Founder smiled, a calm yet defiant smile on his face, and said in a deep voice,
"I haven't enjoyed this in a long time…"
In a flash, the Second Founder dramatically increased his power, saying, "Awakening of Darkness Level 3." His hair turned completely white, revealing a full extent of his power that Saruto had never witnessed before.
The fight escalated to unprecedented levels. Every blow collided with another, every wave of energy interacted with its surroundings, until the ground began to crack from the force of the impact. The Second Founder rapidly evolved, using all his accumulated experience to counter Saruto's increasing pressure.
In the midst of this intense battle, the Second Founder noticed that Saruto's hair was gradually rising from Level 1 to Level 2, while his heart raced, and he regained complete control of the fight. His strength and power began to manifest clearly, and he regained his instinctive movements, enabling him to maneuver, evade, and relentlessly pressure his opponent.
The Second Founder noticed that Saruto's power was increasing steadily, until he reached the second level of Dark Awakening. He smiled and said, "Well done, Saruto. Increase your power for my amusement. I enjoy every time you raise your power and try to surpass me. Unleash everything you've got, heir of darkness."
Saruto was ignited by the Second Founder's words and decided to unleash his full power, increasing it until he began to dominate the fight. The Second Founder enjoyed everything that was happening. Suddenly, he released his power, causing Saruto to retreat, saying, "Do you still have all this power?"
Saruto was surprised to find that the Second Founder's power was still increasing. The Second Founder exclaimed, "Thank you, Saruto, for this fight! I haven't been this excited in a long time. You must bear what will happen next, Saruto!" He then began to say "Dark Awakening Level Three," and at the same time, the third level of Shielding appeared.
Saruto was astonished by the immense power emanating from the Founder and noticed that his armor had reached Level 3, a level no one in the Dark Family had ever attained.
The darkness that had enveloped the Founder began to dissipate, revealing his full form: long white hair and a dark purple armor from which sparks of black lightning emanated. He opened his eyes, which resembled those of a dragon thirsting for battle.
He said to Saruto in a serious tone, "Shall we continue now, Saruto?"