Ultraman: I am really just a human.

Chapter 224 Cultivation

"Is this the place?"

This world is shrouded in mist and forest.

Kondo Isami, along with Murai Ryota and the others, met up with Fujiwara Saiji and looked across a small patch of bushes at Team 01, who was teaming up with the Oni Knights.

This time, the foreign teams seem eager to leave Japan and are paying special attention to the appearance of the mysterious fog.

"Isn't that strange?" Kondo Isami frowned helplessly. "That Matsuo guy... not letting Kotaro-san lead the team is one thing, but why is he only bringing this 01 team?"

Generally speaking, once the official dungeon access channel is available, it will be temporarily closed after 10 people have passed through.

01战队3人小组外加2名辅助队员，算上鬼系骑士也才6人，剩下4个空缺名额竟然白白浪费。

No matter how powerful those demonic monsters are, can they possibly be stronger than a level 6 knight RX?

Indeed, RX's performance in recent dungeons has been less than satisfactory, but we also need to consider who their opponents are.

They are either restrained or at the level of gods.

"But speaking of which, has Kaminaga really disappeared?"

"My mentor told me to wait for him here, and then he went in alone, saying that the white fog was not right and that he needed to find the action team."

Fujiwara no Saiji lowered his head, clenching his fists and secretly hating his own incompetence.

It's not just the Zerg incident; it seems like I've felt a similar sense of powerlessness many times.

The same is true now.

Even though I already have a second Knight System, the fusion coefficient just won't go up.

"Mr. Matsuo said that our mentors and the others may have accidentally entered the demon world during a time of temporal chaos."

"Can't we get in without that guy leading the way?" Kondo Isami asked, adjusting his glasses. "There are still four extra official spots..."

"It's no use," Fujiwara Saiji shook his head. "I've already tried it. It's extremely difficult to transform inside after the spacetime is distorted. If I didn't have the Royal Bee Insect Device to guide me, I'd probably be completely lost by now."

"This is troublesome. What is your instructor thinking? Acting so recklessly... does he think he's Ultraman?"

Kondo Isami hesitated as he watched the knights disappear completely into the mist.

I don't know whether to feel fortunate or regretful.

From the outside, he, a "strongman" who has passed several time-space dungeons in a row, should be second only to RX in strength, but only he himself knows the truth.

Asking him to lead a team to rescue people in a dungeon world is really asking too much of him.

But just leaving it like this doesn't feel right.

Kaminari's counterpart saved him, now it's his turn to save Kaminari...

"I'll go ask Mr. Kotaro for help," Kondo Isami took a deep breath. "Mr. Kotaro is more familiar with the dungeon world."

"Are you scared?"

"I……"

……

"The Hidden Demon" is set in an ancient time period.

temple.

Xia Chuan was unable to find out any information about the action team and did not yet know whether the team had entered this era. He could only follow the mage to cultivate for the time being.

This place is similar to Japan's Warring States period. Apart from the major castles, there are scattered villages. Communication is not very developed, and it relies almost entirely on word of mouth.

Specific intelligence still depends on these ghosts who travel to various places.

If possible, also try to figure out the principle behind the Ghost-type transformation, and why you can't transform yourself.

Agito's inability to transform directly is largely related to his physical condition and strength.

They do not possess the genetic material of either the Black God or the White God, and cannot be modified by the power of the White God.

Are "ghosts" like that too?

The transformation of "Oni" is indeed very strange, quite different from his previous Rider system.

To be precise, it's not that they can't transform, but rather that there's nothing that can transform into.

"when--!"

As the temple bell rang in the early morning, the monks, having finished their morning prayers, summoned Xia Chuan to the Buddhist hall.

"From today onwards, your formal training begins."

The monk sat upright with his eyes closed and spoke.

"To become a demon, one must know what a demon is. First, one must have a strong body, and then one can integrate elemental power..."

"Therefore, every demon must undergo relentless training day after day, and even a mature demon like me is no exception. It is precisely because of this regular training that I can cope with various situations when fighting against demonic monsters."

"In addition to physical training, our school also needs to master various skills, which is relatively more difficult."

As he spoke, the monk suddenly opened his eyes, his pupils glowing slightly, and he tensed up as he uttered a low shout.

Then I saw a piece of earth and stone slowly rise up outdoors, and when I turned around, it was captured by the air.

"This is a telekinetic technique, and it is by no means easy to use. It takes ten years of practice to reach my level. After you have honed your body and initially integrated with the elements, you can start by trying to move your hair, feathers, and grass clippings." The mage held up the earth and stone and closed his eyes again.

"Is it that troublesome?"

Xia Chuan noticed the sweat that was secretly trickling down the monk's forehead.

He appeared calm, but he exerted tremendous effort in the process.

It is indeed very difficult for ordinary people; it can be described as a miracle.

Looking back, he realized he had never actually experienced the process of cultivating himself from nothing to something.

The so-called training is more like development, with all abilities coming directly from knight materials or their own evolution.

"Of course, I practiced asceticism for ten years!"

The monk opened one eye and raised his eyebrows slightly.

The new disciple is not only a bit old, but also very impetuous.

How can one endure the arduous practice year after year without calming one's mind?

A mediocre skill level won't do. Without proper training, even if you become a ghost, you'll die in battle sooner or later.

But there was nothing we could do.

Although the mission of demons is to protect humanity and eliminate demons, people have not changed their preconceived notions and have always regarded demons as an alien species, just like demons, and have rejected them severely.

I've finally found someone willing to become my apprentice, so I'll just have to make do.

Finding a successor isn't easy these days.

"Don't worry too much," the monk continued. "With me here, you should see significant results in just five years... By the way, how old are you now?"

"36".

"What?"

The monk opened both his eyes wide.

He's only about that age; 30-40 is the peak of a ghost's power.

The problem is that demons need to fight for a long time, and their lifespan may be shorter than that of ordinary people, otherwise they would not be training successors so early.

"You... never mind, age isn't a big problem. There have always been many people who achieved great things later in life. As long as you can persevere, you can become a qualified demon."

After examining Xia Chuan's legs, arms, and muscles, the monk closed his eyes again with satisfaction.

"You're in pretty good shape. Have you trained before?"

I guess so.

Xia Chuan didn't want to waste any more time, so he quickly mumbled something to end the conversation.

"Master, could you let me see the Frozen Demon's transformation? Perhaps it might offer some inspiration..."

"There's no rush for this."

The monk interrupted, pressing his palm down.

"You haven't even gotten started yet. Follow me for a while and get used to it. If you can't endure hardship, it will all be in vain."

"Actually... I'm already very strong."

"Don't talk big! You think you're strong if you can't transform?! Whether you're human or ghost, you have to be down-to-earth. You won't earn my approval until you can transform!"

The monk glared angrily.

"I remember your reason for becoming a demon was to protect your family and eliminate the demons; you couldn't do it without transforming."

Xia Chuan turned his gaze outdoors.

It seems I'll have to stay here for a few more days.

I don't know if I can complete the game in this era. If I can, I should be able to rescue the action team indirectly.

(End of this chapter)