The Strange Cat from Fuuto

"Go and have a strength contest with Izumi Hina. If you win, then come see me!"

"No problem, I'll definitely prove it to you!"

Miku sneered as he watched Goto hurriedly leave Kitakage.

The reason why Shintaro Goto only gets to use the Birth Driver later in the story is because of his impulsive and reckless nature; he's always shouting that he wants to save the world. But he even needs Eiji to remind him of the most basic things.

The person's professional skills are quite good, but they still need further refinement!

"Miku, aren't you making things difficult for him by having him compete in strength with that little girl?"

Hong Shang stopped what he was doing and laughed. Miku, unconcerned, climbed onto the cushion and said, "This is just to show him what it means to be outmatched!"

........

Three days later, at the company where Kobayashi Kanna works.

Without exception, the employees at their workstations all sported heavy dark circles under their eyes, their bloodshot eyes reflecting the glowing computer screens. Their greasy hair was so thick it looked like it could be used to cook a dish, and their swaying bodies teetered on the brink of collapse.

Since President Kobayashi was summoned back by the people from the Hongshang Foundation, they have been working overtime for three consecutive days without sleep.

For three days, I couldn't eat or sleep, and even going to the toilet felt like I needed a catheter.

As a result, all the employees began to harbor great resentment towards Kobayashi Kanna.

"Is this woman crazy? It's been three days already, and she still wants to keep working?!"

"I can't take it anymore, I want to die, I want to die!"

"I can't take it anymore, I feel like I'm going to go blind if I keep looking at the screen!"

"I miss my big bed and soft blankets at home so much!"

..................

Unlike her employees who looked haggard, Kobayashi Kanna was radiant as she worked, her bright eyes fixed on the reports in her hands. Her complete immersion in her work made her feel like she was on the path to the pinnacle of her life!

"Keep going, keep going, keep going!"

"Work, work, work!"

"More! I want more work!"

Even more workaholic than a workaholic, Kobayashi Kanna's exposed skin was covered with dark gray bandages, and even her pretty face was covered with a bandage.

Driven entirely by the Devouring Monster parasitizing her body, Kobayashi Kanna unleashed even greater enthusiasm for her work, while her body slowly began to teeter on the brink of collapse.

At this moment, Hina, carrying the briefcase containing the Knight System, followed Rinaka to the building where Kobayashi Kanna worked, looking puzzled.

"Miss Richū, why did you bring me here?"

"Because before you give up, I want to show you something!"

"Come with me!"

As Hina walked into the building, she saw Goto following far behind and curled her lip in disdain.

Goto no longer looked angry; his hands were wrapped in bandages, and his head was also wrapped in bandages.

With a mixture of hatred and fear, Goto watched Hina disappear from his sight. He recalled the day he had found Hina at Miku's urging, but before he could get to the point, Hina, who was unloading cargo, accidentally bumped into him. The grown man was sent flying five meters away. Not only that, but his right arm was fractured and his head was also hit and bleeding profusely.

"That woman with incredible strength!"

Gritting her teeth, Goto hesitated for a moment before entering the building. Hina, who had entered earlier, saw the miserable state of many employees. Even she, an outsider, didn't bother to pay attention. But when she saw Kobayashi Kanna in the president's office, she was shocked.

Why would she do this?

Shocked, Hina pointed at Kobayashi Kanna and asked in a trembling voice, "She was chosen by the Greedy Ones to become the mother of the Devouring Monsters. The bandages on her body are proof that she has been corrupted by the Devouring Monsters!"

"Don't be fooled by her radiant complexion now. If she continues like this, she'll collapse from overwork!"

Upon hearing what Rin had to say, Hina immediately pulled out her phone and said urgently, "We need to contact Eiji and the others right away!"

Are you planning to rely on them forever?

A childish voice drifted into Hina's ears, and Hina froze, staring at the canned locusts that Li Zhong was holding.

"Don't you want to help and save others yourself?"

"What can you possibly achieve by only relying on Eiji and Ankh?"

"I......"

Hina hesitated as she looked at the phone with the number of the filming company, her mind involuntarily recalling her conversation with her brother.

.........

"Hey, brother, why do you want to be a policeman?!"

"Wouldn't it be better to do other jobs?"

In my memory, my brother smiled and stroked his hair, saying, "If everyone thought like you, then who would help and protect others?"

"I'm just doing what I can!"

"I see, brother!"

.........

Scenes of her time with her brother flashed before her eyes, and as she recalled how her brother risked his life to help others, a resolute look appeared in Hina's eyes.

"I understand!"

"Snapped!"

Hina, who had closed her phone, squatted on the ground and opened the briefcase containing the Birth Knight Belt. The back of Hina's fair hand turned red from the force she used to lift the belt, and her other hand gripped a Cell Coin tightly.

Let me help you!

With a flick of her wrist, Bina fastened the belt around her waist, and tossed the Cell Coin into the groove on the left side of the belt.

A turquoise, fragmented, circular light screen appeared in front of the belt. Hina, turning the knob on the right, shouted:

"Transform!"

Chapter Thirty-Six: Birth's First Battle!

"Transform!"

With a sharp shout, Hina turned the knob on the right side of the driver a full circle with her right hand.

"Boom!"

After a soft click as the gashapon capsule was turned open, the half-green, half-gray hemisphere at the center of the belt separated, revealing a coin-shaped emblem that shimmered with a faint white light inside.

The coin emblem at the center of the belt projected a spherical green gradient light screen that enveloped the frail girl. Several spherical micro-cores were generated and covered all the joints of Bina's body, extending into high-strength biological skin and covering her with hard biological armor.

"Is this Kamen Rider Birth?"

When Goto, who had just arrived, saw Hina after her transformation, a hint of envy and resentment flashed in his eyes!

"Why... can't I do it?"

The Birth armor, predominantly black and green, was adorned with silver-white joint armor identical to the Cell Coin. After two red lights shone on the faceplate, Hina felt quite different from before, her entire body brimming with a vibrant sense of power.

"Is this the power that cat was talking about?" Hina clenched her fist as she examined the armor on her body. "I don't know why, but I have a feeling I can do it!"

"Alright, let's try out the power of Kamen Rider Birth, Hina Izumi!"

Miku's voice came from the canned locusts. Miku, who was in the headquarters building of the Hongshang Foundation, looked at the image projected on the canned locusts and a smile appeared on his lips.

"That's it, let's fight!"

On the other side, although Hina successfully transformed, she was somewhat at a loss when faced with the Devouring Monster parasitizing Kobayashi Kanna's body.

Li Zhong spoke up at the right moment: "We need to find a way to get the Devouring Monster out of her body first, otherwise we won't be able to solve the problem!"

"That's it!"

A bewildered Hina strode up to Kobayashi Kanna, who remained hunched over her desk, engrossed in her work without even looking up.

"Let's get her to stop!"

Muttering to himself, Hina grabbed Kobayashi Kanna by the collar and pulled her out from behind the desk.

"Don't get in my way, I need to work!"

Kobayashi Kanna suddenly looked up at Hina and let out a roar that sounded inhuman.

"I want to work!"

Startled by Kobayashi Kanna, Hina took two steps back and unconsciously let go, letting Kobayashi Kanna fall to the ground. Ignoring the bruises on her neck from being strangled, Kobayashi Kanna hurriedly ran back to her desk and busied herself with her work without stopping.

When Hina saw that he had accidentally hurt Kobayashi Kanna, he instinctively covered his mouth, but when he saw Kobayashi Kanna still working hard, he hardened his heart.

"Stop it right now!"

Hina, who was holding onto Kobayashi Kanna's arm, said to Kobayashi Kanna who was looking up at her, "You can't go on like this, or your body will break down!"

"Don't get in my way, I need to work!"

"no!"

Hina, who firmly rejected Kobayashi Kanna, effortlessly lifted her up with one hand and walked towards the door. As Kobayashi Kanna struggled in Hina's hand, a yellow light appeared in her eyes.

"Don't get in my way!"

"Roar!"

As her human voice turned into a roar, countless coins surged from Kobayashi Kanna's body, and at the same time, the coins merged together to form the hideous skin of a creature.

A strange, leopard-like creature with a full chest and spotted body slapped Hina with its paw. Hina was startled to see Kobayashi Kanna's drastically changed appearance and released her grip.

Taking advantage of Bina's loosening of her grip, the leopard-like monster lay prone on the ground, roaring incessantly at her.

"This is the Devouring Monster parasitizing her body. If you want to save her, break through the Devouring Monster's shell and pull her out!"

Having witnessed San Dan deal with parasitic Devouring Monsters several times, Rinaka spoke urgently. Reminded by Rinaka, Hina rushed towards the leopard Devouring Monster without hesitation.

The advantage of felines lies in their neural reaction speed and unparalleled reflex speed, which are unmatched by humans.

Instead of retreating, the leopard-like monster advanced, passing by Hina. Seizing the opportunity, it dashed out of the building like a gust of wind.

"What are you waiting for? Hurry up and chase after them!"