#chapter 591

Hi old man

It’s amazing how this chapter can display different sensations. Sometimes it can be encouraging, sometimes it can be worrisome, and sometimes it can be a relief. My prediction almost pointed to the direction of overthinking. Sadly, it looks like it will become a reality. This was a riveting chapter that toyed around the fear factor of its audience, and yet, somehow, landed on where we last started.

The continuing tension of a possible downfall for Hi Shin Unit is striking. I wouldn’t go far as saying Shin will get Ouhon’s treatment, but it’s the veterans’ lives that worries me. The last and this chapter clearly focus on them rather than the Commanders to make you believe that someone will die next. With the tactic of leaving anyone in grave danger behind and two characters in charge of rescuing, it’s not hard to believe. I can only pray Hara is just trolling; even if it is crappy of him for doing so. Damn writers and their good writing.

Sosui’s cavalry is doing good damages towards Chougaryuu Army. The eerie feeling of a trap still hasn’t vanished though. At the very least, Ten’s tactic seems to be working out fine so far, even if it does amount to disbanding a group. Credits to the offense team, despite some small hiccups like Hi Hyou troops lagging behind, they have been making impressive progress. Impressively enough, Kyou Kai and Shin are on standby so to say, which says well enough for the Unit. That being said why not go and help their armies?

The two powerhouses are in standby because Ten planned this. This looks like the time for side characters to get a moment for the next 20 chapters. Actually, the reason for this ploy is to fool Chougaryuu into believing that this is the true form of Hi Shin Unit. Realistically, it’s not even its final form. Basically, Ten is counting on the troops alone to pull off a triumphant advantage point to force Chougaryuu to send his better men to the field. She seems so determined to get this guy, right? That’s because their next target is in fact him.

Two chapters ago, I noted the ending gave a sign of Chougaryuu to be the next guy to eliminate. Now, it’s confirmed. Now the question is who will take him out? Shin should be saved for Gyou’un since he owes him a rematch. Perhaps Kyou Kai should take out Chougaryuu; she is on standby at the moment. Unless someone pulls a Heki, those two are the only options. Of course, it won’t be easy at all, considering that the other sides lack their own respective powerhouse. This is troubling.

The flashback adds more weights on Hi Shin Unit. Dansa with Akou Army will deal with Bananji Army, while Gyoku Hou Unit, led by Banyo, will deal with Gyou’un Army. That all said the main goal is to kill Chougaryuu, which is Hi Shin’s task. The two have to defend, though they don’t have a leader to gain sheer momentum. It’s a risking task, but they placed hope on Hi Shin to fulfill the goal. That’s one way to pressure Ten on her first day as Right Wing’s Strategist.

On the bright side, this would at least give Gyoku Hou a chance to redeem themselves; most importantly, avenge their comrades. Luckily for them, Gyou’un is not in battle for today, thanks to Ouhon’s last hit. If that didn’t happen, well, rest in peace, Gyoku Hou. What’s even better for them is the Ten Spears are back, which drives them to seek vengeance for Kyuukou. Didn’t some of them die? I don’t know if they even have all ten, so they just settled with whatever they have left. Arrogant as usual I see.

I find the next setup pretty interesting. Bananji Army has recovered from their last wave; thus, marching forward in their best shape to engage battle. Dansa sends out Akou Army; no retreat, no surrender. It sounds like a simple setup and that would have been fine; however, it’s the last part that interest me. Akakin decides to go on ahead and claim, with his permanent smile, to meet Bananji. I find it hilarious that he said so casually. Even so, there’s a strong implication that he could be the man to slay Bananji. If he does kill him, he will be a certified best man in the Unit without a doubt. He has been killing it in this arc so far. Truly, the wild card.

It felt encouraging that everyone is progressing well, but Qin is beginning to slow down. It gives Ten a great amount of pressure. She is hell bent to keep it altogether without improvising. She knows Chougaryuu has a better force, waiting to join, but how long can she keep up before everyone dies. It took a while, but Chougaryuu finally send out his best defense force, “Dojaku.” You got to give him a credit for admitting his underestimation on Hi Shin Unit, but it’s all about the flow. With his best men entering the field, the momentum will go to Zhao and nothing will go back. Suddenly, it becomes discouraging.

The momentum quickly shift favorably towards Zhao Left Wing; now bodies are hitting the floor faster. I predicted in the last chapter review that there’s a bad feeling about Chougaryuu remaining calm; now we know. That chilling sensation of a great downfall is kicking in badly. It’s like, “Not this shit again!” On an interesting note, it’s confirmed that Gyou’un is the sword, while Chougaryuu is the shield; master of offence and defense respectively. I couldn’t help but think Pokémon from that line. It’s not a reference from Hara, but the timing of the news made me think about it.

Just when I believe my prediction came true, Ten pulls her trap card in effect. This ensue a great inspiring recovery moment. She not only know this tactic can work, but she has no doubt that it will work. Why? Because they have the man that will go beyond any expectation of the naysayers. He will be equal with the Six Generals. The hell with that, he will go beyond. That man is Shin. Hell yeah! I couldn’t do it justice but Ten said it really well that is not only inspiring, but intensifying. The double page spread makes it even better with Shin being the badass as he truly is.

Shin dominates the field singlehanded and his Unit is awestruck to see their beloved captain. The wait time is over. Not only their momentum recovered, but they’re on fire; not literally of course. “Don’t call it a comeback,” is what I shouted. Chougaryuu be damned. It’s not over but it was worth watching him dumbfounded. That’s what he gets for his arrogance. This would have been a great spot to end the chapter on a great note. Sadly for me, Hara didn’t forget the eerie foreshadow of one man’s life on the line.

I was hyped to see Shin and other kicking asses, but Hara has the intention to leave the fear in for the potential upcoming death(s). The tactic is working favorably, but it’s painful for Shousa to watch his men died. Countless bodies that could have been saved if time was on their side. Damn, why you got to be cruel, Hara? It doesn’t stop there though. It’s reported that a group is in serious danger and it so happen to be Kanto and new recruits. As nice the developments were, I really got a bad feeling about this.

Shousa is too much of a nice guy, behind his laidback nature. I stated many times how he’s among my favorites in Hi Shin Unit excluding Shin and Kyou Kai. As great it is for him to get a spotlight, this worries me. He thought of moving on, but it’s the last words from Kanto that made the decision. It’s as if he is the newcomers’ mentor or a father figure even. He denies Ten’s order and go after them with few men to save them. I seriously hope he’s not walking to his death bed.

Chapter 591