Ultraman: I am really just a human.

Chapter 719 Belial's Resentment

Mountainous area of Xingshan City.

A villa on a hilltop.

Ishikari Ari patiently poured Natsukawa a cup of coffee.

"This is the studio I rented. I originally planned to stay here for six months to find inspiration. One day, I suddenly saw a battle taking place in the mountains, and that's when I noticed Fukuide Kei."

Upon hearing this, Xia Chuan glanced at the files on Fukui Ideki that were plastered all over the studio walls.

Not only were newspaper clippings and magazine articles marked, but even maps were filled with markings, and some monster sighting locations were directly linked to Fukuide Kei.

"What do you think, teacher?" Ishikari Ari's lips curled up as she stared at Natsukawa with amusement. "I'm really struggling to do this all by myself, so I'd like to ask you for your help with the investigation. Of course, you'll also be credited when this book is published."

She's not one to make a move, but if Xia Chuan asks for his own death, then it's none of her business.

It just so happens that humans all have this inherent flaw.

"No need, I have no interest in fame," Natsukawa picked up a Fukui Ideki novel, flipped through it for a while, and put it back on the bookshelf. "Besides, your investigation has been thorough enough. It could have been published without me."

"what?"

Ishikari Ari's smile stiffened slightly.

"I need more of the truth, why humans can turn into monsters... and Fukuide Kei's true identity..."

"Perhaps Fukuide Kei wasn't human to begin with? Why couldn't he be a monster who transformed into a human?"

Xia Chuan waved his hand to interrupt.

Even the original Ishikari Ari wouldn't help write the book, let alone now that she's possessed by Belial.

I followed him here just to check on his condition and, incidentally, to create an opportunity for observation.

"After all these years, you're still prone to being impatient for quick success. If you continue with this mentality, the so-called truth will be meaningless. Stop investigating Fukuide Kei. You can find clues from other sources."

Xia Chuan picked up his coffee and took a small sip.

"Don't take this lightly. Fukuide Kei even killed the editor, so one more won't make a difference."

"I……"

Ishikari Ari felt a mouthful of blood rising in her chest. She stared at Natsukawa's reprimanding back, her eyes shrouded in a red light, and the phantom of Belial twisted and appeared, almost unable to conceal her aura.

For so many years, no one has ever dared to speak to him like that.

Even now, in a possessed state, it cannot be forgiven.

"By the way," Xia Chuan turned around and asked, "Is there anything to eat? It's been years since I've tasted your cooking."

"Click!"

Ishikari Ari crushed the cups and plates with her fingers, forcing a smile: "Yes, there are food supplies in the refrigerator."

"Then I'll have to trouble you."

Xia Chuan sat back in the recliner to rest and wait, glancing out of the corner of his eye at Ishikari Ari, who was leaving with her fists clenched.

No problems have been found yet.

Not only was Ishikari Arii unharmed, but she also gained superhuman abilities due to Belial's existence.

Despite its seemingly frail body, it conceals the evil Ultraman known throughout the multiverse, with a strong aura of darkness emanating from it.

There was nothing to hide from him, but it would be hard for others to believe that a great figure like Belial would possess an Earth woman.

Xia Chuan tapped his finger lightly on the table, his expression thoughtful.

Dark forces are never a good thing, especially when there isn't a sufficiently powerful spiritual light to wield them.

Belial, who already lacked any spiritual light, was able to be taken advantage of by the Reiblood aliens, and the influence of darkness would only be stronger for him.

It's not easy to endure this much in front of him, an "ordinary person".

It seems his actions had a good deterrent effect.

Given Belial's current state, he wouldn't easily reveal himself without absolute certainty or thorough preparation.

……

Ishikari Ari, or rather Belial, is definitely not a very good cook.

It's even possible that they deliberately added some ingredients.

Xia Chuan left the mountaintop villa without saying goodbye, without even tasting it.

At this moment, Hoshiyama City did not return to peace after Belial's defeat; on the contrary, it became even more chaotic.

Many aliens who considered themselves powerful enough jumped out one after another, seemingly wanting to inherit Belial's position. They only calmed down after Geed dealt with a group of them.

Along with Belial, Fukuide Kei also disappeared, leaving no trace in all of Tokyo. Perhaps only Belial knows where he went.

Natsukawa didn't pay much attention. After confirming that there was nothing wrong with Geed, he drove around the city and found Iga Kurinari, who had been possessed by Zero in "Geed".

I thought he would have died in the monster incident without Zero's help, but this man is still alive and well.

Tani Maru Trading Co., Ltd. Sales Department.

Natsukawa entered a state of fluctuation, observing Iga Kuriri from stealth.

Office workers have a busy day, and they are still organizing data at night, with almost no time to rest.

"Iga Kuri! Have you made an appointment with the client tomorrow? This time, there absolutely can't be any problems!"

"Oh? I'm taking my daughter to the park tomorrow..."

"I don't care, you handle this yourself."

"Yes."

Iga Kurin, carrying a briefcase, looked tired. After glancing at the time, she quickly perked up and hurriedly packed her things to go home.

"We agreed to go home early, but it's already so late again."

After Belial was defeated, Hoshiyama City returned to its usual bustling state, with evening programs still discussing the day's battles.

Even busy office workers can hardly ignore it.

"Ultraman," Iga Kurin stopped at the intersection, sighing as he watched the plaza television, "I wish I were Ultraman, maybe I wouldn't have to work so hard... Ultraman probably doesn't have to work, right?"

Natsukawa appeared in the corner and didn't look away until Iga Kurin returned home and hugged his daughter.

An ordinary office worker's life, an ordinary warm family.

No matter how you look at it, there's no sign of Zero, and the Ultimate Bracelet doesn't react further.

Xia Chuan shook his head and unknowingly walked to the outside of a bathhouse.

He doesn't have the habit of taking baths, but he also has nowhere to go for the time being.

"Excuse me, could you please move aside?"

Jugglus walked into the bathhouse from behind Natsukawa with a sour face, his aura gloomy and his mood seemingly quite bad.

"I knew you'd be here, Kai. You can't go back to your own world, and you've lost your transformation ability. It's a wonder you still have the mind to leisurely take a bath."

"Otherwise what?"

The hot tub was steaming, and Hong Kai, with a towel draped over his arm, closed his eyes and enjoyed the moment.

As Ultraman Orb, he was quite experienced, having visited countless planets and left behind numerous legends. Unexpectedly, after entering Earth in this universe, he suddenly became an ordinary person.

"Right now, all I want to do is take a nice bath and then drink a bottle of soda, and all my worries will disappear."

"How could it possibly disappear?" Jugglus, wrapped in a towel, waded into the bathtub, his face even more gloomy.

"Have you found out?" Kai asked, opening his eyes. "What was that new Ultraman from earlier that day? He didn't look like the original."

"Of course not."

Jugglus slid down and lay back against the pool, his body and mind relaxing slightly.

I must say, taking a hot bath feels really nice.

"I've never seen such a powerful Ultraman. Chimera Belos didn't even force him to use his full strength. Compared to him, Belial is like a little kid... He might be another hidden old monster."

"A monster?"

Hong Kai remained silent, seemingly wanting to say something but holding back.

When Chimera Belos exploded, he seemed to see a shattered dark card.

New Ultraman and cards...

"Thump!"

The sound of water entering the bathtub next to him interrupted Hong Kai's thoughts.

Water splashed up like a depth charge, soaking Jugglus's head.

His curly hair clung to his face, and he spat out a mouthful of water. His eyes, dangerously focused, slowly turned back to him: "Who are you?"

"Feel sorry."

Xia Chuan sat calmly in the pool, observing Hong Kai and Jugglus Juggler.

He was quite surprised to see two of the main characters from "Ultraman Orb" here.

"The Ultraman you were talking about is me."