As Taiga called upon the two warriors, the air was filled with tension and anticipation. The crowd watched in awe, eagerly awaiting the start of the second battle.

Before they set off, Mai received the good luck wishes of her fellow fighters. They knew the challenge ahead was a difficult one, but Mai remained confident, thanks to the unwavering support of Izanagi and her loyal friends.

"Raging winds of the sky, heed my call!

From the great beyond, come forth Ame-No-Murakumo-No-Tsurugi,

The mighty sword of storms that cleaves through the heavens!

With your lightning strikes, reduce my foes to dust!

With your thunderous roar, shake the earth beneath their feet!

With your hurricane force, scatter their ranks asunder!

I call upon the power of the tempest to unleash your might!

Ame-No-Murakumo-No-Tsurugi, answer my summons and obey my will!"

On the other hand, Seti recited her incantation:

"By the might of Horus, god of kingship and the sky, I summon forth Tepesh, the divine spear of the falcon-eyed deity. With its sharp blade and gleaming tip, Tepesh shall pierce through the darkness and bring forth the light of truth. Let the power of Horus flow through me, and let the might of Tepesh be my guide. Arise, Tepesh, and heed my call. Let your divine power be unleashed upon my foes, and let your holy light shine upon all who stand in our path."

Tepesh emerged in Seti's hand.

And so, with spirits high and weapons at the ready, the second battle commenced.

The arena was filled with the roar of the spectators as Mai and Seti charged towards each other with fierce determination. Mai's swords clashed with Seti's Tephes as they exchanged a series of blows, each one trying to gain the upper hand.

The clash of weapons echoed throughout the arena as the two warriors charged at each other, their determination and skill on full display. The spectators held their breath, watching in awe as the battle raged on.

Reina, Ayaka, and Aiko watched the fight closely from the sidelines, cheering Mai on. "Come on, Mai! You can do it!" shouted Ayaka, her voice filled with excitement.

As the battle continued, Mai seemed to be struggling to keep up with Seti's attacks. She was being pushed back, but she refused to give up. As Daichi and Isis arrived at the battlefield, Kazuki couldn't resist teasing Daichi. "Hey, Daichi, did you bring your date with you?" he said with a smirk.

Isis blushed, but Daichi quickly denied it. "No, no, it's not like that," he said, feeling embarrassed.

Meanwhile, Mai was being overpowered by Seti. Reina and the others could see that Seti's attacks were getting stronger with each passing moment.

"Did you see that?" exclaims Ayaka. "What's happening to her?" Ayaka asked.

"Seti's eyes are glowing like the sun!"

As the battle rages on, Mai begins to feel the strain of Seti's powerful attacks. Seti takes a deep breath and unleashes a blast of energy, sending Mai tumbling to the ground.

Reina turns to Isis, who has just arrived on the scene with Daichi in tow. "What's the deal with Her?" she asks.

Isis explained, "The Eye of Horus is a powerful artifact that can amplify the user's powers. It's possible that Seti has tapped into its full potential."

Isis nods gravely. "It's an incredibly powerful ability, one that only a select few possess. With it, Seti can see the weaknesses of her opponents and strike them with deadly accuracy."

"Yeah, she's definitely not to be underestimated," adds Aiko.

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Meanwhile, in the stands, Izanagi watches with a mix of pride and concern as Mai struggles against Seti. "Come on, Mai," he mutters under his breath. "You can do this."

As the battle raged on, Kazuya and Miharu watched from the stands, discussing the fighters' tactics.

"Impressive, isn't it?" Kazuya said, his eyes fixed on the arena. "Mai is a skilled warrior, but Seti's Eyes of Horus make her a formidable opponent."

Miharu nodded, her attention divided between the battle and their conversation. "Indeed. But Mai's determination is not to be underestimated. She won't give up easily."

Back in the arena, Mai and Seti continued their fierce battle. Mai swung her Ame-No-Murakumo-No-Tsurugi again and again, determined to find a weakness in Seti's defenses. (Heavenly Storm)

Seti countered with her Eyes of Horus, her blasts of energy slamming into Mai with incredible force. Mai gritted her teeth and pushed forward, refusing to back down. (Horus' Fury)

In a last-ditch effort,Mai grips her Ame-No-Murakumo-No-Tsurugi tightly, channeling her power to its fullest. She charges towards Seti with great speed, determined to end the battle once and for all.

"Thundering Blade of the Storm!" Mai shouts as she unleashes a powerful strike towards Seti.

Seti quickly reacts and raises her Eyes of Horus, blocking Mai's attack with a blinding light. However, Mai doesn't give up, unleashing a flurry of attacks with her sword, trying to break through Seti's defense.

"Divine Lightning!" Mai shouts as she sends a powerful bolt of lightning towards Seti, but Seti quickly dodges it with ease.

Seti then retaliates with a powerful blast of wind from her Breath of Isis attack, knocking Mai back several feet. Mai quickly recovers and charges back towards Seti.

"Divine Wind!" Seti shouts as she unleashes a powerful gust of wind towards Mai, but Mai is prepared and jumps above it, ready to deliver her final attack.

"Raging Storm of Heaven!" Mai shouts as she unleashes a massive shockwave of energy towards Seti.

Seti tries to block it with her divine protection, but the attack is too powerful and she gets hit. Smoke emerges as both warriors stand their ground. Mai falls on the ground, exhausted, and Seti is barely able to stand.

Kazuya and Miharu watch in awe from the stands as the battle comes to an end.

"That was an amazing fight," Kazuya comments.

"Yes, Mai put up a great fight, but it looks like Seti was too powerful for her," Miharu replies.

Seti takes a deep breath, feeling the effects of the battle.

"That was a close one," Seti says to herself, grateful for her divine protection that saved her from Mai's final attack.

As the dust settles on the battlefield, the crowd is left in awe of the incredible display of skill and determination shown by both Mai and Seti in their second battle. Taiga, the announcer, steps forward, a look of amazement on his face.

"Ladies and gentlemen, what an incredible battle we have just witnessed! Mai and Seti have once again shown us what it means to be true warriors, fighting with all their might until the very end. The intensity and passion with which they fought was truly awe-inspiring."

He pauses, surveying the crowd, as the cheers and applause grow louder.

"But let us not forget the true spirit of this tournament - to test the limits of our strength and skill, and to honor the bonds of friendship and camaraderie that bind us all. And so, let us give a round of applause to Mai and Seti, who have proven that even in the heat of battle, we can remain respectful and true to our warrior's code."

As the crowd rises to their feet, applauding and cheering, Mai and Seti exchange a nod of mutual respect, acknowledging the incredible feat they have just achieved. And as they make their way off the field, they know that no matter who emerges victorious, they have both already won something far greater - the admiration and respect of their fellow warriors.

As Mai struggled to get up, Seti walked over to her and offered her hand to help her up. Mai hesitated for a moment, but then accepted Seti's hand and stood up.

"Well fought," Seti said with a smile.

Mai nodded, a look of disappointment on her face. She had given it her all, but it wasn't enough to overcome the power of the Eyes of Horus.

The audience cheers for both warriors, but Mai leaves the arena disappointed, knowing she gave it her all but still fell short in the end.

As Seti walked away, Mai looked up at the sky, feeling defeated but determined to come back stronger next time.

After the battle with Seti, Mai returned to her team's tent, tears streaming down her face. Reina, Ayaka, and Aiko rushed over to her, concerned.

"Hey, what's wrong, Mai?" Reina asked gently.

"I tried so hard, but I couldn't beat Seti," Mai replied, her voice shaking.

"It's okay, Mai. You did your best, and that's what counts," Aiko reassured her, patting her back.

Kazuki walked over to the group, a soft smile on his face. "Hey, Mai. Don't worry about it. You fought valiantly out there."

Mai sniffled, wiping away her tears. "Thanks, guys. I'm just disappointed in myself, you know?"

Reina put a hand on Mai's shoulder. "We all get defeated sometimes, Mai. It's just part of being a warrior. But it's how we react to our defeats that truly defines us."

Mai nodded, a small smile appearing on her face. "You're right, Reina. I'll do better next time."

Kazuki grinned. "That's the spirit, Mai. And hey, we still have plenty of battles ahead of us. Who knows, maybe you'll even get a rematch with Seti."

Mai's eyes widened with determination. "Yeah, you're right. I'll train even harder for next time. And I won't stop until I win."

The team smiled at Mai's newfound determination, ready to support her in all her future battles.

Mai walked into the bathroom, tears streaming down her face as she splashed cold water on it. She looked up and was startled to see Izanagi, standing there, looking concerned.

"Mai, are you okay?" he asked, stepping forward to place a hand on her shoulder.

Mai looked down, not wanting to meet his gaze. "I lost, Izanagi," she said softly. "I gave it my all, but it wasn't enough."

Izanagi gently lifted her chin, making her look at him. "That's okay, Mai. You gave it your best shot, and that's all that matters. I'm proud of you."

Mai's eyes welled up with tears again, this time from relief. She threw her arms around Izanagi, holding him tightly as she cried.

After a few moments, Izanagi pulled back and wiped her tears away with his thumb. "Come on," he said, smiling. "Let's go get some ice cream. My treat."

Mai sniffled and smiled back at him, grateful for his comfort. They walked out of the bathroom and into the sunny day outside, hand in hand, ready to enjoy some sweet treats and each other's company.

After the tense battle between Mai and Seti, the team gathers in a corner of the arena. Reina, Daichi, Kazuki and Aiko all huddle around Ayaka, who is next in line to fight.

"Good luck, Ayaka," Reina says with a smile. "We know you can do it."

Ayaka takes a deep breath, feeling the support of her team behind her. "Thanks, guys," she says. "I'm going to give it my all."

Daichi gives her a thumbs up. "We're all rooting for you," he says.

Kazuki grins. "Show 'em what you're made of, Ayaka!"

Aiko nods in agreement. "You got this, Ayaka. Just remember your training."

Reina places a hand on Ayaka's shoulder. "Believe in yourself, Ayaka," she says. "You have the strength and skill to win this fight."

Feeling the encouragement of her friends, Ayaka steps up to the arena with confidence. She knows that she has to win this fight.