The wind swept across this desolate, barren land. Its dry gusts left the human spirit feeling wrinkled.
Asano Kiyoshi stood beneath a boulder while the Visoreds watched him with eager expressions. After all, even they had not seen high-level Kido in a long time. With such a rare opportunity before them, everyone practically wished they could bring popcorn and munch on it.
Hirako still stood in his usual slouching posture, twirling the hat in his hand as he said to Asano Kiyoshi, "Little Kiyoshi, ask little Ushoda more about what comes next. He's the greatest Kido expert here. Use whichever Hado best demonstrates your current control over Kido. Remember, don't hold back. The strength you display will determine the pace of your Hollowfication training afterward."
Hearing Hirako's words, Asano Kiyoshi pondered for a moment.
First, he could not truly use Reverse Kido or any Kido above Number Ninety. Otherwise, after using it once, he would be nearly drained and unable to continue training at all. But he still needed to demonstrate his control over Reishi...
Got it! That move! I've wanted to try it for ages!
Ushoda watched Asano Kiyoshi frown deeply and assumed he was nervous, so he comforted him, saying, "Ah... um, Asano Kiyoshi, there's no need to be nervous. Everyone is very friendly. Just use your Kido. I'll do my best to defend against it and keep it from escaping the Kido barrier."
Hearing Ushoda's reassurance, Asano Kiyoshi smiled and said, "All right. Sorry to trouble you, and please bear with me."
"Not at all..."
After exchanging pleasantries, Asano Kiyoshi took a deep breath and said to Ushoda, "Ushoda-sensei, please begin reinforcing the barrier."
As soon as he spoke, his spiritual pressure surged sharply. A faint sense of oppression instantly filled the entire space.
Seeing this, Ushoda