Chapter 448 – Fire
Hiro and Mamu were astonished not only by their son’s growth, but also by the opponent he had fought.
“I can’t believe there was someone on that island with a Super Magic Recovery constitution……”
“Earth, you were fighting against such a force?”
The opponent possessed the same formidable abilities as Gouda, one of the Six Supremacy and their former arch-enemy.
Their astonishment stemmed from their understanding of the horror of that power better than anyone else’s.
Although more than a decade had passed, Hiro still remembered it vividly.
That was how significant an event it had been for him.
And now, their son was challenging such a terrifying ability. No, he had been challenging it.
There was no way they could look away.
〔【Great Demon Sonic One Two】!〕
〔Gah!?〕
〔Heh, even if your recovery is faster, it doesn’t mean that there is no pain, or that the vital points have changed, right?〕
〔Nu, guh〕
〔And how long can you stay conscious after continuous hits with punches that exceed the speed of sound?〕
〔Eh!?〕
〔【Great Demon Sonic Rush】! 【Great Demon Sonic Solar Plexus Blow】! 【Great Demon Sonic Heartbreak Shot】! Fly to the end! 【Great Demon Sonic Smash】!〕
Even after witnessing Machio’s Super Magic Recovery, Earth continued to overwhelm Machio, weaving together high-speed combos and powerful strikes.
“He’s fast…… Moreover, he’s overwhelming him by mixing in feints…… and every single one of those blows hit a vital point with precision…… but that won’t work against him!”
“Yeah, an average opponent would be knocked unconscious or writhing in agony after just one hit…… sure, he’s strong… but that approach won’t work against this opponent, Earth!”
While acknowledging Earth’s strength and power, Hiro and Mamu say that “that fighting style is wrong against an opponent with Super Magic Recovery”.
“Super Magic Recovery is an invincible ability to recover from damage. The more damage dealt, the more they recover—and not only that, it strengthens the body into one that can withstand the inflicted damage! Half-hearted attacks will only make him stronger, Earth!”
On the other hand……
“Fuhahaha! That little sod probably knows all that already… but blimey… what’s he plannin’ from ‘ere then?”
Hakuki knew the “outcome of this match”, though.
That’s precisely why he must have figured out the correct way to fight someone with Super Magic Recovery.
“Hiro…… back when you defeated Gouda……
“Yeah…… I condensed all my magic power into a single, ultimate strike that obliterated him without even letting him recover… There was no other way to defeat him……”
“Hmm. Regardless of regeneration, the only option is to unleash a blow that will completely annihilate his very existence… but… if that’s the case……”
“Ah……”
At that moment, both Hiro and Mamu were struck by a sudden realization.
Could Earth unleash a blow so powerful it wouldn’t even allow regeneration?
Indeed, Earth could use just such a technique.
“”【Great Demon Spiral】……””
The technique that Earth unleashed in that Graduation Match that changed everything for their family.
If it’s that technique……
〔I don’t feel like I’ll lose…… my head feels clear… and as I focused my concentration… I think I might have figured out… something.〕
However, contrary to Hiro and the others’ expectations, Earth was completely at ease.
〔Super Magic Recovery… surprisingly, also has many disadvantages. I’ll show you! Medicine, skills, talent… me, my plain, hardworking mediocrity, will crush them all!〕
“”Hah!??””
“Hoh~.”
Far from being intimidated, upon witnessing the astonishing ability of Super Magic Recovery, he was actually claiming it had a “disadvantage”—in other words, a weakness.
“W, wait, there’s a drawback to Super Magic Recovery…… What?”
“Earth…… you… just what…….”
“Hah… Right then… Go on, show us what ya got.”
At those words, both Hiro and Mamu were stunned, while Hakuki laughed with amusement.
And once again, Earth sprang into action.
〔【Great Demon Sonic Jab】!〕
However, Earth’s fighting style, now that it has started to move, didn’t seem particularly different.
〔【Great Demon Sonic Chopping Light】!!〕
〔Nu!?〕
〔【Great Demon Rush】!〕
He continued to pound Machio with his fists, just as before.
“Hey, that’s why it won’t work… Machio’s body is just getting stronger and stronger….”
“Ah, he’s taking Earth’s punches with his arm…… Whoa, his arm muscles are bulging…… If you get hit with a punch like that…….”
“…… You’re up to somethin’, ain’t ya……”
Empowered by Earth’s attack, Machio gains even more strength.
What was the point of that…… But ……
“Huh? Earth… he has been punching there this whole time….”
“Ah… he’s not hitting his face or body, but just his ‘left arm’…? Huh… what!?”
“…… Heh heh… ah, so that’s his game, is it?”
At that moment, the three of them realized.
That Earth was only punching Machio’s left arm. Consequently, only Machio’s left arm was unnaturally swollen.
As a result, Machio was swinging his fists in an attempt to retaliate, but while his punches had power, they lacked sharpness, making it even more difficult for him to land a hit on Earth, whose speed was already on a completely different level.
〔With so much useless muscles, the whole body would lose its balance, Mr. Machio. Hehe, the muscles are getting too big, and only part of it, not the whole body, is developing too much. Your form is crumbling so much that you can’t properly transmit power.〕
〔Ah!??〕
〔And Mr. Machio…… aren’t you hungry?〕
Super Magic Recovery strengthens and regenerates damaged areas, making them stronger than they were before the damage occurred.
This process happens automatically, not by will.
In the heat of battle, this ability to instantly heal the moment damage is taken might appear to be an invincible, immortal power.
However, forcibly healing and strengthening only the damaged areas automatically has both advantages and disadvantages.
“Such a method?! By deliberately concentrating recovery and enhancement on just one area, you throw off the body’s overall balance. This, in turn, degrades the quality of your opponent’s movements!”
“Even if the balance is lost, only the muscle strength has increased, so the attack power might be incredible…… but …… his speed just can’t keep up. And with that, he can’t catch Earth.”
“And that Super Magic Recovery… he’s already seen through the fact it ain’t unlimited…… Didn’t look like ‘someone’ clued him in, neither. Nah, he figured that out all by himself……”
This was a different tactic than the one Hiro and Mamu used when they fought Gouda in the past.
Against the unbalanced Macho, Earth possesses dynamic vision, footwork, concentration, Breakthrough, and Magical Breathing. It’s impossible to capture Earth, who possesses all of these.
Machio is also exhausted from repeatedly using his Super Magic Recovery ability.
“If I remember right, he was near the top of his class while schoolin’ at the Academy…… Unlike his muscle-brained dad and mum, the lad’s actually got a brain in his noggin.”
Seeing Hiro and Mamu standing there with their mouths agape, Hakuki’s mood lifted even further.
And,
〔【Great Demon Triple Cross Counter】!〕
“Wait, a counter to the counter, and then another counter!?”
“N, no way, wh, what level of reading would lead to something like that!?”
“…Now that… that’s a proper work of art, that is…….”
This technique had long since transcended mere technical skill and reached the realm of art.
Even if,
〔UOOOOOOOOOOAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAHHH!!!!〕
“Oh…… that guy Machio…!? That’s the Super Pump-Up!”
“Th, that’s right, Gouda used it too… that transformation-like technique that makes you insanely strong!”
Machio’s secret weapon is a technique that controls blood flow, allowing him to unleash superhuman strength in a crisis, essentially removing his own limiter.
Even if he used it……
〔Ah, Machio is going on and on with quick successive blows! However, Earth, sways and upper body deflections… the hits can’t land! Ma goddess, he’s seen through them all!? Now, Machio’s stopping arm… he knocked it down with his fist at an angle!? What eyes!?〕
He’s reading his moves.
However, it’s not perfect, and there are some slightly dangerous moments.
〔【Arcane True Zenith Water Kick】!!〕
〔Oh…… Shit!?〕
〔It’s oveeeer, Earth! With this blow!!〕
〔Oh no, Earth is in a pinch! And take a look! Machio lifted Earth overhead, and…. this is a great move that is synonymous with Machio!!〕
Earth’s foot gets caught in Machio’s desperate sweep, and as he falls, Machio grabs him, lifts him above his head, and tries to slam him down with all his might.
But……
〔【Arcane True Zenith Power Bomb】!〕
〔【Great Demon Corkscrew Head Scissors】!!〕
Just before being slammed, Earth clamps down hard on Macho’s head and, while spinning, drove Machio’s head into the ground instead.
“Whoa, whoa, that’s amazing! Whoa, that’s amazing!”
“Whoa, oh, Earth!!”
“Oi, oi, oi! Fuhahaha! Now that’s what I call a spectacle!”
In that thrilling, nail-biting moment, both Mamu and Hiro —despite having their limbs restrained—instinctively stood up, and even Hakuki rose from his chair with a smile on his face.
“”””FIREEEEEEEEEEEE!!!!””””
And even though they had seen the same thing live once before, the people at Cacretale were just as excited the second time around.
“Whoa, this is it! That move of yours really got me hyped up, Big brother!”
“Heh…… At this time, I was taken aback myself…… but at the same time, getting that fired up… I’d love to try it again.”
“Hey, Machio! I told you that Super Pump-Up is dangerous, so you can’t do it anymore!”
“Both Older brother and Uncle looked so cool.”
They knew the process and the end result. But even so, they got excited all over again.
The people of Cacretale gathered on the beach were thrilled, and when they saw Earth’s counterattack against Macho’s technique, everyone jumped to their feet and, for some reason, shouted, “Fire!”.
“Damn it! I’m itching to hit the gym!”
“Ugh, me too… after seeing something like that….”
“…… It’s definitely going to get you fired up.”
“I’m gonna lose even more weight, too!”
Far from it—inspired by the spectacle, before they knew it, the men were doing push-ups and squats right there on the spot, unable to sit still.
That’s……
“Hahaha…… Rebal, aren’t you going to do any?”
“…… Not until I see how this plays out… It’s our first time seeing this, after all.”
“Hehe, that’s true… but I’m not against training. I’ve already finished today’s workout.”
“…Aren’t you the same? If I don’t move my body, I don’t think I’ll be able to sleep tonight.”
Even the ever-cool Rebal had gotten fired up.
“Haha, you’re right… me too… and as for Her Highness……”
“Earth…… ♥ He’s just too cool…♥”
“…Oh dear.”
And as for Phianse, both of her eyes had already turned into “♥”.
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