Ultraman: It turns out this is the easy mode.

Chapter 710 Delicious Extradimensional Beings

"..." Megumi stared speechlessly at Cui Ming, her gaze as if she were appraising a strange creature from outer space. She simply couldn't imagine that this valiant captain, so imposing and decisive on the battlefield, leading his team to repel monster invasions time and again, would have such a bizarre and astonishing hobby as researching how to cook monster meat. In her mind, Cui Ming should be constantly thinking about strategic planning and Earth's defenses, not figuring out how to cook a piece of two-tailed monster meat.

"Don't look at me like that. I'm already doing pretty well to be able to talk to people so calmly now, considering I've been crazy for a while now." Cui Ming noticed the strange, almost piercing gaze from Ju Jian Hui, and explained with a slight, half-joking smile. He spread his hands, shrugged, and his smile carried a hint of self-deprecation. His experiences were too bizarre, from repeatedly traveling through time and space to fight alien creatures, to now being in this Ultraman world. These experiences, unimaginable to ordinary people, had indeed drastically changed his mindset. Those thrilling battles, those mysterious and unpredictable extradimensional spaces, had long reshaped his understanding of the world, making his behavior and thoughts quite different from ordinary people at times.

"Uh..." Megumi was momentarily speechless, unsure how to respond to Choi Myung's somewhat abrupt and absurd words. She opened her mouth, but found her throat felt like it was choked by something, and she couldn't utter a single word. She silently wondered to herself, just how rich, colorful, and fantastical was Captain Choi Myung's world? What she knew was merely the tip of the iceberg.

"Strange? I'll tell you when I have time, or I can have my confidantes talk to you about it," Cui Ming continued, a sly glint in his eyes, like a mischievous child hiding countless secrets. The confidantes he mentioned naturally included Camilla, the woman with a fiery and passionate personality who had been intricately connected to him since the ancient times. There were also the special women he had met in other worlds, some gentle as water, others exceptionally intelligent, each possessing a unique charm. Their stories might allow Ju Jian Hui to gain a deeper understanding of him, to know why he had become the way he was.

“But I’ve never seen them before.” Kijima Megumi said, her brow furrowing slightly, her eyes filled with doubt. In her mind, Choi Myung had always been a solitary and mysterious person, rarely interacting with others privately except when on missions. The sudden appearance of this group of female confidantes was like a boulder thrown into a calm lake, creating ripples and filling her with curiosity. She couldn’t help but imagine what these women looked like, wondering what kind of fascinating story they shared with Choi Myung.

Cui Ming smiled and didn't continue the topic. He knew that there were too many complicated stories about his past and his close female friends, stories that couldn't be explained in a short time. Those stories intertwined to form his unique life trajectory.

Now, he had more important things to do, such as waiting for the Kirieloids to act, and then, according to plan, wiping out all the parasites and traitors hiding in the human world. The safety of the Earth hung by a thread; those scourges against humanity must be eradicated—this was the most important thing at hand.

Megumi didn't think too much about it, after all, she knew a thing or two about the situation. In this world full of dangers, ordinary people might not know, but she was well aware that all sorts of mysterious events and alien creatures were emerging one after another, and people's lives had been completely disrupted.

It's not surprising that someone as experienced and capable as Cui Ming would be surrounded by female confidantes. Frankly, it would be strange if Cui Ming didn't have any. Given his bravery on the battlefield, his composure and wisdom in the face of adversity, and his unique personal charm, it's perfectly normal for him to attract the attention of many women.

Moreover, she always had a feeling that Choi Myung harbored many secrets deep within his heart, traces left by the passage of time and countless mysterious events. However, Kijima wouldn't pry. She had her own principles and knew that some things weren't meant to be, and forcing questions wouldn't yield results. She had a feeling that she would find out later, perhaps in a chance encounter, or perhaps after facing a life-or-death crisis together, when those secrets hidden within Choi Myung would naturally surface.

If Cui Ming knew her thoughts, he would definitely criticize her for being a bit superstitious. But then again, the world is indeed superstitious these days. Various alien creatures are frequently appearing, the secrets of ancient ruins are gradually being revealed, and mysterious forces are surging in the shadows, leaving people overwhelmed.

Take Ultraman Tiga, for example. In Cui Ming's view, he possesses a kind of divinity. In the ancient times, after Tiga joined the side of light, he was always accompanied by light and hope. He repeatedly saved Earth from disaster, and his power and mission seemed to transcend the realm of ordinary beings. Every battle he fought was like a sacred ritual, dedicated to protecting humanity's peace and tranquility. But that guy is also quite enigmatic, constantly throwing his spare bodies around for others to use.
Ultraman Tiga seems to have his own unique considerations, using these different human hosts to protect Earth in different ways. This makes Cui Ming very curious about the deeper meaning behind Tiga's actions. He often wonders what kind of mission and belief Tiga follows in doing so.
Well, it's up to my friend to decide what he thinks.

In these seemingly calm yet turbulent days, Cui Ming continued to quietly prepare his plan. He spent his days moving between various departments of the EDF, discussing the latest technological advancements with researchers, attempting to transform them into powerful weapons against the Kirieloids. He listened attentively to the researchers explaining the complex theories and data, offering his own insights and questions, and working with them to repeatedly analyze the feasibility of various solutions.

During intensive training sessions with his combat team, he led by example, strictly demanding high standards from each member. From physical training to combat drills, he personally guided them, leaving no detail overlooked. He deeply understood that only by achieving peak teamwork and combat skills could they gain an advantage in the upcoming battle. Meanwhile, Kijima frequently encountered Choi Myung during their work, occasionally exchanging details of missions and their views on the current situation. Each conversation allowed Kijima to glean new information from Choi Myung's words, deepening her understanding of him. She discovered that Choi Myung was not only brave and fearless in combat, but also possessed extraordinary insight and wisdom in analyzing situations and formulating strategies.

Night fell, and Cui Ming stood alone on the base's rooftop, gazing at the star-studded night sky, his thoughts drifting far away. The cool moonlight bathed him, outlining his resolute features. He knew that the Kirieloids could launch an operation at any moment, and those traitors and parasites hiding in the human world would soon be exposed.

Then we can shoot people again!
(End of this chapter)