Swiftly, Ryuka jumped inside and disappeared out of sight, leaving Taiki to stand. He raised both hands in front of him, his body being illuminated by the light of the Cero. He held a stoic expression on his face, no pleasure, no amusement, not even fury. He waited, until the Cero slammed into his hands full-force. In turn, he was pushed back by it.

When both entered the portal, it swiftly closed behind him. That was where he pushed himself out of the way and left the Cero to continue on until its destruction.

There was no question about it now: Adela had finally grown some backbone. The thought made him smile for a moment, before he raced after Ryuka towards base.

It was then that her white-haired daughter raced toward her, eyes widened in surprise. "How did you find us?! How did you find Dad?!" She asked immediately, mouth practically bursting with questions.

Without hesitation, Kyuui grasped her mother in an affectionate hug. "I thought we'd never see you again after Dad left us..." She said gratefully. "Glad to see you're ok...."

Adela pulled them in close. "I've been fine. I've been training so now I am stronger than you can imagine." She looked up at Ahatake. "Oh, Ahatake-san, Amparo's dead."

Ahatake and Hollow Ahatake's eyes widened. "He's dead?" They asked in unison.

"Yea. Died a few days ago actually."

I'll do what I please

"Who was that anyway?" Adela asked.

"My inner hollow." Ahatake replied.

I'll do what I please

It was then that Taiki and Ryuka re-appeared in the heart of the Jinchuu base, side by side. The former had his hands in his pockets.