The Crest upon Hikari’s chest erupted in brilliant light. A pure white glow burst forth from her Digivice, enveloping Gatomon’s entire body as she took that decisive step forward—her figure instantly transforming into a dazzling, radiant form!
A single step severing all ties with her dark past.
A single step representing her newfound resolve toward the future—
At this moment, evolution had descended!
The power of the Crest of Light surged into Gatomon’s body, the Holy Ring upon her tail bursting with brilliant radiance. Her small, catlike form suddenly expanded, inflating like a balloon, swiftly taking shape as a curvaceous, stunningly feminine figure.
From the form of a Holy Beast to that of a beautiful human woman, delicate white feathers floated gently behind her, forming pristine wings. Soft silken garments fell gracefully to wrap her figure, adorned with golden ornaments transformed from her Holy Ring.
Mysterious sanctity, alluring sensuality, regal elegance—all combined perfectly into a single form. A vision that could well be called the goddess of countless childhood dreams.
Vaccine type, Angel type, Ultimate-level Digimon…
…ANGEWOMON!
She herself held two incredible direct Mega evolutions—just one step further and she’d become Ophanimon, one of the Three Great Angels.
Or her other direct Mega route, one of the Four Great Dragons, Magnadramon!
Both of these identities were legends of the Digital World, no less powerful than the Dark Masters themselves—both forms dominating like cheat-level existences during the original Adventure era.
Facing the newly evolved Angewomon, Taichi, Hikari, and even Wizardmon stared speechlessly, mouths agape.
Not even mentioning Taichi and Hikari, Wizardmon, though aware of Gatomon’s role as Hikari’s destined partner, had never imagined that merely a single moment of clarity, a synchronization of the human partner’s heart with her Digimon’s, could bring about such a profound transformation.
Is this…the power born from a human partner? It truly is incredible.
In that instant, a thought quietly surfaced in Wizardmon’s heart.
A human partner, huh?
After spending time alongside Taichi and Hikari, witnessing the bond between Taichi and Zero, Hikari and Gatomon, he pondered this thought quietly.
…Maybe that wouldn’t be so bad after all.
Meanwhile, Gatomon—no, Angewomon now—
Angewomon gazed at her own hands, amazed at the form she’d now taken, almost unable to believe it herself.
“Is this really…me? Hikari…thank you!”
She clenched her fists resolutely, spreading her wings and soaring toward the battlefield.
“Zero, I’m coming to help you!”
“Oh, I’ve been waiting~!”
To Zero, Gatomon’s evolution into Angewomon was naturally great news. Although he wasn’t sure what was happening with Rina and Hajime right now, Angewomon’s joining undoubtedly raised their battle strength significantly.
With such a powerful ally added to the team, the path ahead to defeat the Dark Army suddenly felt far less daunting.
And besides, having such a gorgeous beauty joining the ranks was delightful in all sorts of ways.
“Welcome to the team officially, Angewomon! I’ll be counting on you from now on~!”
“Yes, let’s give it our best!”
Zero and Angewomon flew toward VenomMyotismon side by side. Compared to Zero, who’d been tangling with it all this time, Angewomon’s very existence clearly agitated the monster more.
For a Virus-type, Undead Digimon like VenomMyotismon, everything about Angewomon—her attributes, her very nature—clashed violently with his, making her the ultimate natural enemy.
The mere presence of her holy aura, radiating from the Crest of Light, steadily dispelled the dark, sinister air permeating this entire space.
Angewomon didn’t even have to lift a finger; just by standing there, she’d already granted Zero a huge buff while slapping VenomMyotismon with a massive debuff.
But she wasn’t simply some buffing support character—no, she was a primary damage dealer and strong CC specialist who practically defined the term “cheat character” in Adventure canon!
She spread her arms wide, releasing sacred energy from her palms, forming a massive glowing halo that instantly descended to bind VenomMyotismon.
This Holy Bind was incredibly potent crowd control, a guaranteed lock-down on any Digimon beneath Ultimate. Even Myotismon at the Mega threshold once found himself helpless against it.
Although the effectiveness was somewhat reduced against a true Mega like VenomMyotismon, the holy ring still rapidly tightened around him, restraining him in place. Divine light burned fiercely against VenomMyotismon’s undead flesh, eliciting furious roars of agony.
Seizing the opportunity, Zero flew directly toward VenomMyotismon’s lower abdomen, hidden beneath thick black fur.
Of course, Zero knew VenomMyotismon’s weakness exactly—a fatal flaw beneath its abdomen, the critical spot that, once struck, could severely wound or even instantly kill it.
But if Zero knew this weakness…naturally, VenomMyotismon knew it even better.
Seeing Zero aiming straight for its vital spot, VenomMyotismon exploded with rage, shattering the holy ring binding him with brute strength alone!
Angewomon, still channeling holy power through her hands, felt her body nearly collapse from the backlash, struggling to stay airborne.
“Zero, watch out!”
As Angewomon shouted a warning, VenomMyotismon’s eyes flared crimson once again, another stream of Venom Infusion blasting forth.
“Tsk, annoying bastard!”
Despite its mindless state, VenomMyotismon’s wild instincts clearly sensed mortal danger. Zero had attempted to strike its critical weakness—it would never let him succeed.
Zero blocked with his trident arm, but the corrosion damage spread even faster this time.
It’s adapting to Mega-level strength more quickly than I expected. Damn it.
Angewomon quickly crossed her arms, feathered gloves transforming into an elegant bow. She drew back an arrow of blinding light, firing with fierce determination:
“[CELESTIAL ARROW]!”
She aimed straight at the monster’s abdomen, having immediately understood Zero’s earlier intention. But the black beast unleashed a torrent of filthy, pitch-black mud, instantly swallowing and corroding the holy arrow.
“…Ugh.”
Angewomon grimaced slightly. Her powers were certainly effective against VenomMyotismon, but at the end of the day, he was still an entire level above her. Even combining her strength with Zero’s, and knowing its weakness, victory remained frustratingly elusive.
But at that instant, seeing Angewomon’s Celestial Arrow, Zero had a sudden flash of inspiration…
“Angewomon, Taichi, Hikari! I’ve got an idea—against a Mega, we just have to respond with Mega power!”
Angewomon hesitated, confused.
“…Hikari granted me the strength to reach Ultimate just now. There’s no way I can touch Mega so quickly. So Zero, are you saying you can evolve to Mega right now?”
Zero had indeed touched Mega’s threshold with Taichi’s Courage buff before. Throughout this battle, the Crest of Courage flashed repeatedly but never quite broke the barrier.
But now, Zero had an idea…
“Yes, exactly. Hikari will channel her Crest’s power to you, Angewomon—and then you’ll shoot Taichi with your Celestial Arrow!”
“HUH?!”
Everyone stared, stunned—
VenomMyotismon attacked again, and Zero blocked hastily. Angewomon struggled briefly before asking incredulously again:
“Zero, did you really just say—”
“Yes! You heard me clearly: you shoot Taichi with your Celestial Arrow!”
“But…why?!”
Taichi was human—there was no way he could survive an attack from an Ultimate-level Digimon! It would be outright murder!
Hikari immediately shook her head furiously.
“No way! Absolutely not!”
As a protective little sister, this request was obviously impossible.
There wasn’t time for careful explanations—but at that moment, Taichi himself spoke up clearly and decisively.
“Do what Zero said, Hikari, Angewomon!”
“Big Brother?!” “Taichi-san?!”
Taichi’s voice was calm, firm, unquestionable.
“I trust Zero! If he suggested this, then I believe he has his reasons!”
He understood perfectly: The bond between humans and their Digimon required absolute trust—entrusting even their very lives to one another!
“There’s no more time to hesitate! Hikari, Angewomon—do it now!”
In that moment, Taichi truly became a leader, decisively choosing trust and courage.
Ultimately, Hikari believed him, squeezing his hand tight as her Crest’s power flowed into Angewomon.
Angewomon took a deep breath, nocking the arrow.
“Understood!”
Then she fired.
The arrow of light pierced Taichi’s heart—but in doing so, absolute trust and courageous resolve were forged, surpassing all limits.
The Crest of Courage erupted. Taichi’s Digivice glowed brilliantly, illuminating Zero’s body—
METALGREYMON—SUPER DIGIVOLUTION!!!
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