The social phobia substitute will not dream of the band girl

"Have you heard of the story of the knight-errant... ahem, have you heard of the wave pattern? Legend has it that this unique practice originated in Tibet and has a history of over four thousand years. It's said to have been created by a Tibetan monk and passed down through generations. It was originally created for self-cultivation or the pursuit of immortality.

Breathing exercises—that’s where the power that’s inside you is coming from.”

No, so why not just explain it normally? Why did you do that pose (JoJo stand)? It's better to explain how you did it...

Hamon (Japanese: 波紋, English: Hamon, Ripple) is a fictional superpower from Hirohiko Araki's manga JoJo's Bizarre Adventure, and is a key superpower in the first and second installments of the series. However, in this world, neither the Pillar Man, the Hamon Breathing Technique, nor Araki-sensei seem to exist.

"The principle of ripple release is related to breathing and blood. Blood transports oxygen from the lungs, and the oxygen in the blood is connected to cells, which are equivalent to the body. Just as throwing a stone into water creates ripples, using special breathing techniques to generate ripples within the body generates powerful force.

To put it simply, following a specific breathing method can generate energy within the body. The reason I dragged you out for a night run that day was to subtly transform your body through the use of ripples, to imbue your subconscious with the rhythm of ripple breathing.

Otherwise, if you were to learn based on your own will, it might take a little longer~"

Ping Xin pointed to the universe with his fingers and explained.

"I see, you're calling me stupid!"

Mizukuran sneered, and Pingxin broke out in a cold sweat.

Why did this child display unparalleled reasoning and intuition during every civil war? Could she be reading minds through the ripples of the same origin? Ping Xin was filled with doubts, but a girl's sixth sense was not so scientific.

"Ripple waves can heal the human body. Besides simple wounds, they can also treat complex fractures and serious illnesses that would otherwise require amputation. Relieving pain, healing fractures and injured limbs are all within their capabilities. Even your congenital weakness can be cured.

In addition to its healing properties, Ripple also has the ability to absorb or deflect matter. By deflecting the water's surface, Ripple users can walk on it. You actually used it by chance a few days ago when you first mastered Ripple. Fortunately, there were no surveillance cameras nearby.

Furthermore, the ripples can be used to manipulate the body through breathing. For example, if the ripple energy is transferred to a living being, a certain degree of control can be achieved. It can cause a cactus to explode, or control pigeons, horses, or even ordinary people.

"Why...are you telling me all this? Anyway, I just need to treat my weak body, right? Aren't you afraid that I will use it to do bad things?" Mei Zhulan hesitated for a moment, but still asked.

"Ha—of course I'm scared. But I'm not afraid that you'll use it for bad things, but for good things... Let's not even talk about the turmoil that would be caused to human society if the ripples spread. If you run into a bad guy on the street, you'll definitely be tempted to take action, right? And if your childhood sweetheart gets into trouble, you'll definitely be tempted to do the same, right? After all, that's the kind of person you are."

But the main reason is to prevent you from thinking you're "special" or "chosen." Once you develop that inexplicable confidence, your personality will unknowingly distort and you'll do the wrong thing. Even if you truly possess special powers, you shouldn't feel superior to others. Otherwise, like a certain "Kami (god)", you'll fall into evil and end up in a tragic situation.

Ping Xin's experience after rebirth was, on the contrary, the other extreme - extreme lack of confidence and extreme fear. Fortunately, Ping Xin's spirit was strong enough to keep him at his bottom line... But in other aspects, let's give him a break.

Seeing Mizukuri nod without hesitation, Pingxin smiled with relief and continued speaking -

"Since you're likely to be in danger sooner or later, hiding it would be irresponsible for your safety. I'm not asking you to stand by and watch someone die, I just want you to think twice before you act. After all, no one can predict the dire consequences of a momentary impulse from a 'superhuman' with powers beyond those of an ordinary person. Remember, 'Has this situation reached a point where you absolutely have to intervene?', 'The cost and consequences of taking action?', and 'How to take action?'

Remember to think twice before you act——"

"I know~!"

"No, you don't know!"

Pingxin touched Mizukuri's head, and although the latter's face turned red with anger, she did not avoid it.

"And most importantly, if something does happen that you feel you can't handle on your own, be sure to let me know in advance. After all, what's a big deal to a child might be trivial to an adult. Different perspectives lead us to see and approach the world differently. The wisdom of two people is always better than that of one person.

Because the ripples can mimic the energy of the sun, they have a destructive effect on vampires and other undead creatures. If you encounter one, you must think about running away and passing the message to me instead of rushing in yourself... What's wrong, Lan?"

Seeing Mei Zhulan suddenly stiffen and unable to say anything, could this be...

"Could it be that... you are afraid of ghosts?" Ping Xin asked tentatively.

And the strong-willed Mizukami didn't refute it immediately, so it was probably true.

Hehehehe... Now I have found another weakness. The end of Meizhulan is coming!

"No, I can't? It's not that I'm afraid or anything, I'm just simply not good at it!"

No, no, no, people usually call this "scared, tough-talking red-haired lady." But now, instead of wanting to tease her, Ping Xin suddenly found her adorable. Although they had known each other and worked together for a long time, they didn't really understand each other, so Ping Xin hadn't noticed any cuteness like this.

"Wait...are you saying that ghosts really exist in this world?!"

"I don't know. I've never thought about this question—at least, I haven't encountered it yet, right?"

Ping Xin's tone suddenly became erratic, but this time he wasn't teasing; he was genuinely unsure. After all, he now possessed the supernatural powers of Ripple and Stand. Who could be sure that this world was free of spirits and monsters?

"..."

After a moment of silence, Mizukuri took a deep breath and kicked Hirayuko—

"How dare you scare me, Xine (Go to hell)!"

Hirayuko quickly cosplayed as "The Father of the Gods has granted me a grave injury, falling to the ground," completing this classic manzai scene. But it felt like Mitakeran's kicks had been getting lighter since a certain point in the past. Could it be... had I grown up again?!

*Not actually

Heishin chose to play it off with a humorous twist. After all, if there were no basis for this and it only made Mizukuri suspicious, the child might overthink it at such a young age that she would lose her hair. Simply put, it's possible she could be frightened into premature aging. Hopefully, neither of them will encounter any supernatural phenomena in the future.

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"Oh right, of course Ripple has weaknesses. Let me first talk about them—

First, breathing. The key to the Ripple Method lies in breathing. If the Ripple's breathing and blood flow are blocked, the Ripple will be difficult to use normally. If you lose your breath, you lose all your power. Therefore, to wield it flexibly, you must possess the courage to remain calm even in the face of danger and terror. In critical moments, you must maintain a calm and regular breathing rhythm. Only then can you unleash the power of the Ripple Method.

Therefore, it can be said that courage and wisdom are the source of the power (ripples) to fight against fate.

Then the ripples are not suitable for destructive purposes, so they have poor destructive power against hard objects other than those with biological activity. At least I personally make the distinction between organic and inorganic substances.

Oh, by the way, this is for you—"

Pingxin took out a bulging cloth bag from somewhere and threw it to Meizhulan.

"These are insect... gloves and scarves made of some biological material. They can be used as auxiliary props or even weapons for ripple qigong. The release of ripples follows the principle of pressure, just like a water gun. The smaller the area from which the ripples are emitted, the more effective the power can be. Ripples released from the fingers have a more stable power than those released from the palm. Therefore, ripple warriors will concentrate the ripples from their hands and feet to achieve effective damage.

This special material can act as an excellent conductor, maximizing the use of ripple qigong. Scarves are still a bit premature, but gloves wouldn't look too strange on a regular basis.

Give it a try, as a... belated birthday present."

Mizukami couldn't wait to put on this pair of fingerless gloves which were mainly black with red accents, but she didn't feel anything special. Sure enough, one needs to add ripples to see the difference, right?

*The color scheme and style can be partially referenced from Spider-Man. I think I mentioned that Ping Xin is a fan of various superheroes, right?

"But... didn't you give me the Ripple Breathing Technique as a gift before? So what does this mean?"

Seriously, this guy was always trying to find ways to give money to others. Mei Zhulan knew without him having to tell her that this "professional equipment" must be a priceless treasure, right? After all, it could amplify superpowers!

"Haha, just think of it as a supporting service... I hope you can still laugh so happily after knowing that these are made from beetle intestines, Miss Lan - hehehehehe (whispering)..."

Hirayuki let out a strange laugh, out of Mizukari's sight. As for how this form of self-entertainment should be judged, I'll leave it to others to tell. After repeatedly emphasizing that just because you can walk on water, you can't climb walls with your bare hands, or imitate Spider-Man by slithering across walls and shooting webs, Hirayuki continued.

"Ripple waves have a good compatibility with water or oil. Conducting them through liquids allows for efficient transmission. Using plants or organisms to conduct waves allows for temporary storage of the waves within the organism. However, storing the waves within metal is impossible. If conducting through metal, the waves must be in contact with the object, and cannot be released. As an aid, plant oil can be applied to the metal object to enhance its conductivity.

"Ripple is ultimately just a supplementary breathing technique. Don't think your mortal body can rival a body of steel. Blocking knives or catching bullets is impossible. The best you can do is recover faster than others after getting hurt. So, don't think you're a hero or think you're strong, okay?"

Mizukari now feels that ordinary letters are as boring and long as the novice tutorials in some games, and you can't skip them!

"I know, I know. How can you be just like my mother...father...I promise you, okay?"

"Don't think I'm exaggerating. Your constitution is inherently fragile. Even with the strengthening of the ripples, you won't be much stronger than an ordinary person. You might even be worse than some people with extraordinary talents or professional training.

...Since you've finally been born into this world thanks to your parents, you should cherish this one life you only have and don't treat it as a joke!

Seeing Hirayobu's serious expression, Mitakeran subconsciously straightened up, displaying the steady and well-mannered side of a flower arrangement family heir. Perhaps when she grows up and inherits the Mitake style, she'll become a truly remarkable classical beauty... Is that even possible? Hirayobu could only imagine her rocking out on stage in a kimono. A mix of rock and flower arrangement might be surprisingly interesting.

"I see--"

"Well, very good... This time you finally listened to what I said. Although I don't know how much you listened to, I can only hope that you have remembered it all. Well, the theoretical part ends here. Next is the practical part——

No luck! "

“Hmm—? Ah!”

Mizukuri was knocked down by Pingxin's sudden sweeping kick and fell hard on her butt.

"It's so relaxing... I've been wanting to tell you this for a long time—

I live my life lazily and defenselessly, never realizing the countless dangers in society. Don't even think about running into bad people. There are always people with bad intentions in the world, and encountering them is just a matter of time and probability. Do you think it's reasonable to leave the safety of yourself and your friends to so-called luck?

And Mizukari, you seem a little too excited. I understand your vindictive urge to move around after recovering, but how can you possibly accomplish anything while you're so fussy? Have you forgotten what you should be doing: studying, band, and flower arranging? Having ripples doesn't make you special; it's just one of your many attributes. You're already exceptional enough, so don't try to make a big news story out of them, okay?

After all, we don’t have as many Uncle Bens and police officers as there are in the multiverse to consume for you—”

"..."

Mizukami had indeed fantasized about this, just like everyone has more or less fantasized about what it would be like if one day they became rich overnight, if one day they awakened their superpowers, or if one day they were suddenly chosen by a beautiful girl from the other world. Many people are immersed in such daydreams of making money, becoming stronger, and becoming popular without doing anything.

But at what cost? Former friends and family flocked to him like flies to a scent of money. He was hunted and experimented on by mysterious organizations and even agencies. He faced unbearable training and countless terrifying enemies.

If all that were to go on, would you really be able to seize such an opportunity if it presented itself one day? In reality, most people couldn't. After all, even the mighty King Tiandao Zongsi needed ten years of consistent training, constantly honing his will and skills to finally become the strongest "Sun God." How much more so for an ordinary person?

What Pingxin has to do now is the same as when he was running at night before, which is to continuously polish and temper Mizukuri's will, and finally make it a true will of steel... Maybe there is no need to go so far, after all, she is still just a child, so simply and directly letting her understand it with her body may be a good choice.

In reality, Ping Xin could have used the power of the ripples to extend the lifespan of himself and those around him, or even sold this "medical treatment." Wouldn't wealth, status, and power naturally flow to him? After all, it's rare for a high-ranking individual to resist the fear of losing everything with aging. How many saints have there been throughout history?

He'd already taken an enormous risk just by sharing this method with Mei Zhulan. If the person he was trying to save ended up self-destructing or even worse due to a momentary ego boost, then he'd be like an idiot, running around for nothing, not to mention potentially helping some evildoer. That was just too much to bear, wasn't it?!

Sorry, Lan, I'm just a coward. To give me a sense of security, just grow up obediently. Even if you want to stay put, I'll whip you away!

*This may seem like a long, drawn-out rant, but in today's world of systems and sign-ins, most people have completely forgotten the "price of power." I think the characters in this book should occasionally learn to grow up, just like in classic superhero stories. It's better to teach Hirano a lesson now than to cause the consequences later, so there will be some early intervention like this later.

"...Is it no longer possible——"

"...Don't underestimate me, you bastard!"

After being knocked down time and again by Ping Xin, Mizukami stood up again and swung her fist. This time, the fist that was blocked by Ping Xin was gleaming with a faint red light.

Ping Xin swallowed the blood in his mouth and smiled provocatively.

Sure enough, this body is no longer completely human. It seems it is only immune to its own ripples...

There are pictures here, which can be viewed after the updated version

Chapter 4000: Infiltrator Meganelle? ()

Sure enough, this body is no longer a complete human being, it is only immune to its own ripples—

Ping Xin swallowed the blood from the injury he sustained from Mitakeran's wave attack. It should have tasted salty and rusty, but Ping Xin found his blood sweet and like "food"... Was he really going to die? But he could put his own problems aside for now. He had to teach his eldest disciple first.

"...You actually mastered the Ripple Run, that's pretty impressive, huh? This is also very consistent with your rock music style and rebelliousness—"

It seems my method, though a bit Spartan, is indeed effective... Then try harder, Mizukari! "

"You don't have to rush me!"

The two of them then engaged in a relentless brawl, like something out of a cheap, hot-blooded manga. Mizukari's mentality gradually shifted from that of a naive young woman to that of a warrior. This was good; at least after this kind of training, she wouldn't stand still when danger struck.

Ping Xin, on the other hand, uses external wave attacks to try to overcome his own physical weaknesses or find ways to deal with attacks from other wave warriors. Otherwise, if he is hit by the powerful wave sprint when he is defenseless, he may die on the spot. As a representative of the cautious faction, he must of course prepare a response plan in advance.

Poor Ping Xin relied on his own physique to resist, while also paying attention to Mizukuri's condition to prevent her from being drained of her energy by excessive output. Therefore, the final "battle" ended with Ping Xin vomiting blood and falling to the ground.

"Hey, are you okay? Don't scare me, Pingxin!"

"...I'm so annoyed, idiot...It's just a simple mouth ulcer, the aftereffect of eating authentic Sichuan and Chongqing hot pot a few days ago-"

"Who are you kidding... Where's your invulnerability? I talked to my father about it after I got home that day, and he told me about it, specifically telling me not to become a Barbie doll."

Seeing that Pingxin was still in the mood to joke, Mizukuri felt relieved and made a small joke as well.

Little did they know that at this moment, someone who had been secretly watching this scene and was about to call 110 was about to run away directly -

Being able to beat that "giant" Ping Xin to the ground and even cause internal injuries is no ordinary woman. She must use a heavy punch! I don't want to be too rude, please prepare machine guns for the special police...

What's the point of killing your own master during training? A thank-you gift? That dark realism style really doesn't suit her... Even though Ping Xin looked like he deserved a beating earlier, it was obvious he was holding back. Perhaps this is some kind of training method to cultivate fighting instincts and muscle memory?

Just like how Ping Xin had asked them to practice basic skills countless times before, although he always liked to act mysterious and enjoy the feeling of being in control of everything, in reality he was just a completely harmless little guy. Really... this person always treated everyone else as idiots and tried to take on everything alone -

Mizukuri wanted to carry Pingxin inside to rest, but when she pulled, she realized that Pingxin hadn't just released water, but the Pacific Ocean. The fact that she couldn't pull him out showed that they were not in the same weight class, meaning they couldn't compete on the same stage, just like the lightweight and heavyweight boxing champions.

In fact, this is indeed the case, because Ping Xin did not practice the basic "auxiliary" technique such as ripple breathing as a trump card, so what was he practicing?

How to achieve "delayed attack" by realizing ripples, that is, an assassination boxing technique like the Fist of the North Zero God that makes people unable to detect even after they are "dead". From this, we can see that some people's brain circuits are not normal.

How to make the human body explode and achieve a "death explosion special effect" like Ninja Killing, from this we can see that some people's "sense of humor" is frightening.

How can we achieve magnetic field rotation? If we can interpret the ripples as a special kind of "bioelectricity," can we use the ripples to achieve the effect of "current propulsion" and then use electromagnetic theory to ultimately achieve the effect of "magnetic field rotation"?

From this, we can see that the object of a certain patient with paranoia is no longer limited to strangers around them, but the whole damn world! It can only be said that some people start to go crazy before they even start practicing, just like some of the Ten Miles Sword Gods who are invincible before they even fight their imaginary enemies.

Yeah, back off quickly, he's a person with a strong magnetic field! .jpg

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"Good evening, Miss Nero... Why are you still here so late? You should have gone home after separating at the station."

“Wow—?!”

Meganelu, who was observing Hirayoshi's situation with high concentration, was startled by Asuka's sudden voice.

When she calmed down and looked carefully, she saw that the clothes on Xiaoshi were no longer the school uniform of a white shirt, a short skirt and a thin blue sweater on the upper body, but a special maid outfit.

In addition to the maid's iconic "tissue paper-shaped" headband on her head, her long light golden hair with a few strands of blue highlights was carefully tied behind her head and wrapped with a headscarf.

Her maid outfit is based on the traditional Victorian British maid uniform. Besides the snug black long skirt and the requisite jewel-colored apron, it features tactical straps around the midriff, similar to those worn by secret agents, allowing for easy attachment of various weapons and props. Lovely blue bow-shaped ribbon embellishments adorning the chest and back further accentuate her youthful charm.