Chapter 51

Ace transforms into his Kamen Rider Kuuga Dragon Form, gripping a wooden chair leg and willing it to shift into the Dragon Rod. The familiar weight and balance of the weapon give him confidence as he faces the two powerful Grongi opponents.

Wulfu charges at Ace, his massive frame and sharp claws slicing through the air. Ace ducks and weaves, deflecting the attacks with the Dragon Rod. Ladya joins the fray, her lithe movements and agility complementing Wulfu's brute strength. Ace finds himself on the defensive, struggling to keep up with their combined assault.

He blocks a strike from Ladya, only to be caught off guard by Wulfu's crushing blow. The impact sends Ace skidding across the floor, his armor taking the brunt of the damage. Pushing past the pain, Ace focuses his energy, channeling it through the Dragon Rod. He lashes out, the weapon extending and striking Wulfu's shoulder with a burst of power.

The Wolf Grongi howls in pain, retreating momentarily. Ladya takes advantage of Ace's distraction, her sharp claws raking across his chest.

Ace's body screamed with pain, but his determination burned brighter. Through the chaos of the theater, he caught glimpses of the police struggling against La·Balva·De. Their weapons were useless, their shots ineffective against the powerful Grongi leader.

He tried to move toward the officers, but Wulfu and Ladya blocked his path. Wulfu's massive form loomed over him, a cruel grin spreading across his monstrous face.

"Focusing on others?" Wulfu growled. "Fight us, little Rider!"

Sparks erupted as Wulfu's claws raked across Ace's Dragon Form armor. Ladya struck simultaneously from another angle, her precise attacks finding the weak points in his defense. Each strike sent shockwaves of pain through Ace's body.

Ace gripped the Dragon Rod tightly, spinning to deflect Wulfu's next attack. The weapon extended, striking back with a burst of blue energy. But Wulfu laughed, easily absorbing the blow and preparing to counter.

Sparks continued to fly as the two Grongi pressed their assault, trapping Ace between them and preventing him from helping the struggling police officers.

Ace gripped the Dragon Rod tightly, his body aching from the relentless assault of Wulfu and Ladya. He knew he had to find a way to help the struggling police officers against the powerful Grongi leader, La·Balva·De.

"You should run!" Ace shouted to the officers, his voice strained but resolute. "She's too strong for your weapons!"

Ladya lunged at him again, her claws outstretched. Ace reacted quickly, swinging the Dragon Rod and striking her squarely in the chest. The impact sent Ladya reeling, and Ace seized the opportunity to shift into his Mighty Form.

With newfound strength, Ace pivoted and unleashed a powerful Mighty Kick, his right leg slamming into Wulfu's midsection. The Wolf Grongi howled in pain as Kuuga's symbol appeared on his body, but he quickly suppressed the reaction, refusing to be defeated.

Ace didn't waste a moment, turning his attention to La·Balva·De. He knew he had to give the police a chance to escape, to regroup and come up with a better plan to face this formidable foe.

As Ace approached Balva, she raised a hand, her fingers crackling with energy. Ace braced himself, but to his surprise, the blast was not directed at him. Instead, it struck the police officers, sending them flying back in a shower of sparks and debris.

Ace watched in horror as the officers crumpled to the ground, their weapons rendered useless against Balva's power. He clenched his fists, anger and determination burning within him.

"You'll pay for that," Ace growled, his voice low and menacing.

He charged forward, his Mighty Form fueling his speed and strength. Balva met his assault head-on, her movements fluid and graceful as she parried his strikes. Ace pushed himself to the limit, his attacks becoming more frenzied as he tried to overwhelm her defenses.

But Balva was a formidable opponent, and she knew how to counter Ace's every move. She deflected his blows with ease, her own strikes finding weaknesses in his armor.

Ace felt his energy beginning to wane, the strain of the prolonged battle taking its toll. He knew he couldn't keep this up for much longer, but he refused to give up. He had to find a way to defeat Balva and ensure the safety of the officers.

As the two combatants exchanged blows, the tension in the air was palpable. Ace could feel the weight of the situation bearing down on him, but he was determined to prevail.

Ace gritted his teeth as he squared off against the formidable Balva. Her power had proven too much for the police officers, and now she set her sights on him. He knew he had to give it everything he had.

Balva moved with a fluid grace, her limbs crackling with energy as she unleashed a barrage of attacks. Ace parried and dodged, his Mighty Form granting him enhanced strength and speed. But Balva was relentless, her strikes finding weaknesses in his armor.

Suddenly, Wulfu and Ladya rejoined the fray, their combined might overwhelming Ace. He fought back with all his might, his fists and feet a blur as he tried to keep the three Grongi at bay. But they worked in perfect harmony, anticipating his moves and exploiting any openings.

Ace felt his energy waning, the strain of the prolonged battle taking its toll. Balva sensed his fatigue and pressed her advantage, her attacks becoming more precise and devastating. Ace staggered, his Mighty Form flickering as he struggled to maintain control.

Balva saw her chance and unleashed a powerful energy blast, slamming Ace to the ground. He cried out in pain, his body battered and bruised. The Grongi surrounded him, their eyes gleaming with triumph.

"This is the end, Kamen Rider," Balva said, her voice dripping with malice. "Your time is over."

Ace tried to push himself up, but his limbs refused to cooperate. He could feel the darkness closing in, and he knew that if he didn't find a way to turn the tide, all would be lost.

Ace watched in horror as Balva's vines extended from her back, the sharp tendrils lashing out towards him. He tried to evade, but the relentless assault pierced through his armor, drawing blood. The pain was searing, and Ace felt his body slump down, his strength rapidly fading.

Ace gritted his teeth, refusing to succumb to the darkness that threatened to consume him. He had to find a way to turn the tide, to protect the fallen officers and stop the Grongi's rampage. But with his wounds and dwindling energy, the task seemed impossible.

As Ace's vision blurred, he knew he had to dig deep, to find the resolve to keep fighting. The fate of the city rested on his shoulders, and he couldn't afford to fail.

Ace watched in horror as Wulfu raised his claws, ready to deliver the final blow. Suddenly, an arrow struck Wulfu, causing him to stagger. Ace's eyes widened as two figures emerged from the shadows - Black Widow and Hawkeye.

"Take him to safety," Hawkeye commanded, already taking aim with his bow.

Before Ace could react, Black Widow grabbed him and dragged him away. She threw two flashbangs near the Grongi's feet, disorienting them with the bright flashes and deafening sounds. Ace blinked, his vision and hearing temporarily impaired, as Black Widow pulled him to cover.

Hawkeye remained behind, raining down a barrage of arrows upon the stunned Grongi. Ace could hear the grunts and screeches of the creatures as they were forced to defend against the onslaught.

Wulfu growled in frustration as the barrage of arrows rained down upon them. The projectiles exploded, shocking and disorienting the Grongi with their strange effects. Balva hissed, her skin sizzling where an acid-tipped arrow had struck her.

Ladya tried to swat the arrows away, but they were too fast and unpredictable. The smoke bomb that followed further obscured their vision, and when the cloud dissipated, Ace, Black Widow, and Hawkeye had vanished.

Wulfu roared in anger, pounding his fists against the ground. "We had him! We were so close to defeating Kuuga!"

Balva placed a calming hand on Wulfu's shoulder. "Patience. This is not the end. We must regroup and plan our next move more carefully."

Ladya nodded in agreement. "The Linto warrior has allies now. We must be more strategic in our approach."

Reluctantly, Wulfu backed down, his rage simmering beneath the surface. Balva turned to her fellow Grongi, her expression hardening. "We have wasted enough time here. We must report back to La·Balva·De and prepare for the next phase of the Gegel."

With that, the three Grongi vanished into the night, leaving the battered police officers and the remnants of their confrontation behind.

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