Entertainment: You're asked to make a graduation project, but you're asked to film Ultrama

A week passed in the blink of an eye.

As the rousing theme song ended, the screen gradually lit up.

The title of the fourth episode slowly appears in the center of the screen—"Scarred Bonds".

A wounded bond? That name sounds a bit tragic.

Is this another clickbait headline?

[This episode is definitely about bonds and relationships; I'm guessing it'll be a tearjerker.]

The scene transitions to the main feature, taking place at a spacious testing ground at GUYS's Asian headquarters.

With his hands behind his back, Assistant Officer Toriyama proudly showed off to Captain Sakami and the others:

"Yes, it's about using the past monster data recorded in the GUYS headquarters archives as a reference to recreate the monsters."

Tang Zheping stood to the side, holding a tablet computer, and enthusiastically added the explanation:

"It seems to be about combining the micro-machines sealed in the capsule with high-energy molecules from GUYS's Asian headquarters, and then transforming them into the appearance of the corresponding monster based on the data."

Toriyama's aide proudly raised his chin:

"Thanks to my proposal, the project was finally unbanned. It's the secretive GUYS advanced technology!"

Acting Director Misaki Yuki, standing to the side, smiled and asked Captain Sakami about the performance of the newly recruited team members.

Immediately afterwards, the experiment officially began.

"I'll conduct the experiment on Monster Number One!"

The hot-blooded idiot Aihara Ryu volunteered, grabbed the monster capsule, and hurled it away.

A flash of light appeared, and a somewhat rounded monster with horns on its head, its overall color resembling an earthy brown and an ancient American totem style, appeared on the field.

"It's Mikulas!"

Tang Zheping excitedly shouted out the monster's name:

"This is a monster that often appears during periods when monsters are frequently encountered!"

However, the other team members had vastly different opinions about the monster.

"Why does she look so weak?"

Aihara Ryu looked disgusted.

"And it looks awful."

Marina Kazama also didn't hold back in her criticism.

Only Kinoshita, a former kindergarten teacher, clasped her hands to her chest, her eyes sparkling, and exclaimed from the bottom of her heart:

"So cute~"

A miraculous scene unfolded.

The moment Mikula turned his head, the first thing he saw was the beauty of the tree.

With the background music warm and soothing, the eyes of this enormous creature instantly became watery, as if filled with dependence.

It's Seven's capsule monster!

[Whom do you first see and immediately think of as your mother?]

[In its imprinting behavior, this monster is practically like a newly hatched chick.]

[To be honest, after looking at it for a while, it really is kind of ugly-cute.]

"It's obvious that Mikulas is a friend of humanity, but he has never defeated an enemy."

"Let's get started!"

As Dinozo's holographic projection appeared on the experimental field, the simulated combat began.

However, Miculas' performance was a huge disappointment.

"Hey! Miculas!"

"Destroy Dinozoll!"

"Get up right now!"

Aihara Ryu shouted angrily, while Mikulas charged toward the holographic projection.

However, a protruding rock on the ground tripped Miculas.

Before any further instructions could be given, Mikulas suddenly vanished in a flash of light, accompanied by a system notification.

"Disappeared?!"

"GUYS's super-technique can only be used for one minute."

Tang Zheping explained.

"The micro-machines need to be recharged."

Then, the group conducted the experiments one by one in order.

However, Mikulas didn't seem to be able to fight at all, and he even almost hurt Marina.

Although in the end, the gentle Kinoko successfully got Mikula to obey her commands.

However, it still hasn't reached the level where it can be used in actual combat.

Looking at this utterly useless monster, Toriyama's earlier pride vanished instantly, and he immediately began a rapid-fire exchange of complaints:

"No matter what, I didn't expect headquarters to give us such a useless guy."

"Who suggested this?"

Everyone turned to look at him and pointed at him.

Toriyama's aide awkwardly scratched his head:

"Is it me?"

"Oh no, oh no..."

[Aide to Toriyama, the master of Sichuan Opera face-changing.]

[Because of my proposal] [Who made this proposal?] [Was it me?]

[The one-minute limitation of Meteor Technology is even shorter than Ultraman's three minutes!]

This monster is such a coward, it has absolutely no fighting ability.

Just as the atmosphere in the operations room was pleasant and everyone was feeling helpless about Mikulas's performance, a piercing red alarm suddenly rang out throughout the entire Phoenix Nest base.

Misaki Yuki reported the emergency with a serious expression:

"A cosmic monster has invaded Earth, and the V7T7 satellite, which was tasked with intercepting the monster, has been destroyed."

"The registration code is, Kerubim!"

The situation was urgent, and Captain Pokyu decisively issued the order to attack:

"GUYS Sally Go!"

"GIG!"

Because Marina injured her arm during the previous test, Kinoko, who has no combat experience, had to take her place on the Phoenix fighter for this sortie mission.

This is also the first time since the establishment of GUYS that Muzhimei has truly gone to the front line.

The scene switches to the ground.

A fierce wind howled through the city.

Amidst the billowing smoke, the eerie woman in white who had made a fleeting appearance in the first episode reappeared on the overpass.

She stared silently at the terrifying cosmic monster Kerubim descending from the sky, showing no fear whatsoever, and instead made a chilling gesture.

She stuck out her tongue and lightly licked her lips, as if admiring a delicious dish, then a cold smile curled at the corner of her mouth:

"welcome."

Immediately afterwards, the massive Kerubim crashed heavily into the city center, unleashing a deafening roar.

Keen-eyed viewers immediately noticed the distinctive suit design on this new monster.

Its body was covered with thick patterns resembling ancient plate armor and ring armor, and its ears even had protective structures similar to rivets on both sides. The sharp horn on its head exuded a deadly threat.

[That woman in white is definitely a major villain! She's terrifying!]

[And she has a long tongue! That lip-licking gesture...is she feeding monsters?]

[This monster looks so cool! It's like a heavily armored dragon.]

[His entire being is imbued with elements of cold weapons.]

In the sky, the Phoenix quickly arrived at the battlefield.

"Don't let that Kerubim breathe fireballs at me again!"

Toriyama shouted.

"Phoenix, break away!"

The fighter jets transformed into two streaks of light, launching a fierce attack on the monsters below.

However, Kerubim's defense and attack power are both quite astonishing.

It not only retaliated by spitting out scorching fireballs, but also suddenly began to spin in place when the fighter jet was preparing to launch another attack.

Its thick, spiked tail, spinning at high speed, resembles a giant electric fan.

It unleashed a terrifying hurricane in the city, causing GUYS's fighter jets to sway wildly and making it impossible for them to get any closer.

Seeing this, everyone had no choice but to bring the plane to the ground.

Kinoshita's face was pale, and she was clearly in very bad condition.

Seeing that the situation had reached a stalemate, Mirai turned to Kinoshita and said:

"Alright, it's Mikula's turn to enter the game!"

Inside the command center, Captain Sakami also took the opportunity to make a request to the flustered Assistant Officer Toriyama.

He used a perfectly crafted "report" to appease the higher-ups as a bargaining chip, successfully obtaining Toriyama's permission to deploy Mikulas in actual combat.

Under the cover and encouragement of the future, Kinoshita mustered her courage and took out the monster capsule.

"Kelbim, over here!"

"Mikuras, please, go and defeat Kerubim!"

A flash of light, and Mikula's massive body landed in the city.

This is also the first time that an artificially evolved monster has been truly deployed in actual combat.

However, to everyone's astonishment, Mikulas was so frightened by the ferocious cosmic monster before him that his hands began to tremble uncontrollably.

"What's wrong? Mikuras, fight!"

Kinoko shouted anxiously from her fighter jet.

Please!

However, Mikuras not only did not launch an attack, but instead, after seeing the fighter jet piloted by Kinoshita fly by,

Like a frightened child, he turned around and strode off in the direction of the fighter jet, completely leaving Kerubim behind.

Kerubim wasn't about to let this opportunity slip by. He lashed Mikula's back with his tail, sending him tumbling across the ground and accidentally collapsing a nearby building.

Just as he was about to transform into Mebius and join the battle, he caught a glimpse of the suspicious woman in white standing high up, watching the farce with a cold smile.

Kerubim seemed to sense something as well, and instead of pressing his advantage, he suddenly flapped his wings and took flight, fleeing the scene as if running away.

When the one-minute time limit was up, Mikulas, who had been beaten so badly that he was crying and clutching his head, disappeared in a flash of light.

The battle temporarily ended with the monster's departure, but for GUYS and Kinoko, this first battle was undoubtedly a complete disaster.

What newcomer to the battlefield isn't afraid?

[Mikuras: Mom, I'm scared! Take me with you!]

Although it crushed the building, I really can't blame it; it was just born.

So why not create giant robots?

Who exactly is that woman in white? Even such a wild monster is afraid of her?

Back at the Phoenix Nest base, the atmosphere was extremely oppressive.

In reviewing the operation, Assistant Officer Toriyama slammed his fist on the table and gave extremely harsh criticism:

"How do you plan to take responsibility for causing such a huge loss?"

"The GUYS members actually deserted at the last minute!"

Kinoko lowered her head, tears welling up in her eyes:

"I'm sorry, I was very scared at the time..."

Secretary Maru urged him quietly from the side, as the reporters were all waiting for him to explain the damage to the city. Only then did Assistant Toriyama leave the command room in a huff.

After the officer left, Aihara Ryu and George immediately put aside their usual temper and arrogance and rushed over to comfort him.

"Alright, don't mind us. If artificial evolution monsters don't work, GUYS still has our wings."

"A monster is a monster after all, it's not your fault."

However, her teammates' comfort only made Mu Zhi Mei feel more guilty and ashamed.

She felt that her own weakness was the reason for the complete failure of the operation.

Without saying a word, she turned and ran out of the command room.

The scene shifts to Kinoko, who is alone by the pool in the base, squatting on the ground and secretly sobbing.

Just then, Mirai quietly caught up. She called out, but accidentally startled her, causing Kinoko's glasses to slip off her nose and fall into the deep pool with a "plop".

Without a word, he was on the shore one second, and the next second he took off his coat and shoes and plunged into the water like a flying fish.

The entire movement was executed in one smooth motion, so fast that it almost left a blur in the camera lens.

Holy crap! She took off her clothes in a second!

[That hand speed! No wonder he's been single for thousands of years!]

[Ultraman's Undressing Technique! This physical ability is incredible!]

[Oh no, my identity is about to be exposed again. No normal person can undress that fast!]

Next, a memorable scene unfolded:

In the future, she retrieves the glasses from the bottom of the water, swims to the shore, and hands them to Kinoshita.

The camera zoomed in on the moment the glasses were handed over.

In the future, he held up the glasses in front of his eyes.

"joo!!!"

This action perfectly replicates the classic scene from Ultraman Seven featuring Dan Moroboshi.

"Here you go. This is a spell to bring courage."

Looking at her sincerely in the future.

【? ? ? ? 】

[666, there's even an imitation segment!]

[Seven, huh?! Imitating Seven!]

It would be amazing if he transformed at this moment.

[Ta-da! Ta-da! Ta-da! Ta-da! Ta-da! Seven! Seven!]

Kinoko took the glasses, put them on, but still couldn't hide her disappointment:

"I'm saying that in the future, GUYS won't need me, right?"

"This version of me would leave Mikula speechless."

After listening, Mirai didn't immediately preach; instead, she used her own poor performance in her first match as Mebius as an example.

"You heard about Ultraman Mebius's first battle from Dragon, right?"

"Damn it, look around! We haven't protected anything at all!" Ultraman Mebius was like that at the beginning too.

He looked into Kinoshita's eyes, his tone full of affirmation and encouragement:

"I think Mikulas is better."

"Because its battle time is shorter than Ultraman Mebius's, it can only fight for one minute."

[Xiaomeng is so kind; she comforted her teammates by sharing her own embarrassing moments.]

The charm of a protagonist who grows through experience lies in allowing for failure and learning from it.

Even a hero for a minute is still a hero!

After hearing what the future had to say, Mu Zhimei's mood calmed down a little, but the deep-seated insecurity in her heart still hadn't completely dissipated.

The scene shifts back to the command center, where Tang Zheping is analyzing Kerubim's data with everyone.

"The substance that Kerubim spews from his mouth is for long-range attacks."

"In other words, if the Phoenix gets close, it might also be hit by that fireball."

"It's obvious that Kerubim will use his tail to intercept close-range attacks."

"Then we must cut off its tail and launch a close-range attack."

Aihara Ryu immediately grasped the key point.

In the future, a battle plan was proposed:

"Use Mikuras."

"Let Mikula appear at close range, then switch to melee combat."

Zheping, reflecting on the past files, said thoughtfully:

"I've always wondered why Mikula in the past didn't run away, but instead chose to fight the enemy?"

"For example, if Mikulas had a good leader..."

"Are you talking about Ultraman Seven?"

The future will slip out unconsciously.

No sooner had he finished speaking than Captain Sakakizumi aptly interrupted Mirai's remarks, steer the conversation back on track, and cover for the newcomer who kept revealing his identity:

"At least among you, the most likely candidate is...."

At this time, in order to completely relieve her emotions, Kinoko returned to the Miyama Kindergarten where she used to work.

She stood in the classroom, looking at the children's innocent paintings on the walls, and listening to her former colleague's encouragement.

However, when she saw the children's expectations and blessings for her as a "hero" in the paintings, the heavy sense of responsibility and self-doubt overwhelmed her once again.

"I'm sorry... I..."

Kinoko covered her face and burst into tears again.

She felt that she had not only backed out at the last minute in GUYS, but also let down the children who loved her so much.

Just as she was overwhelmed by regret and self-blame, feeling like a timid, runaway rabbit, Marina, George, Aihara Ryu, and the others walked in with smiles.

There was no blame in the eyes of his teammates, only full of trust.

"Where is Kinoko afraid?"

"Have you forgotten?"

"When she was desperately protecting them."

George, unusually, put aside his arrogance and said with a smile.

Mirai smiled and nudged Aihara Ryu:

"The dragon has something to say to you."

Aihara Ryu maintained his arrogant demeanor, turning his face away.

"Don't talk nonsense, I didn't do anything like that."

But he still turned his head and looked at Kinoshita seriously:

"If we let Kerubim breathe fireballs again, it will cause more damage. So what should I say..."

Future took a deep breath and solemnly declared:

"That means we need the beauty of wood, and the power of Mikula!"

Just then, the urgent alarm sounded again, interrupting the warm atmosphere.

On the city's surveillance footage, the terrifying and dangerous cosmic monster, Kerubim, has been summoned again by the woman in white and is now recklessly spewing fireballs throughout the city.