"Flowing Water Crushing Rock Fist!"
In the deep mountain dojo, Bang struck a pose and demonstrated it to everyone.
"How about it, are you interested in giving it a try? With your abilities, you should be able to learn it quickly."
Old Man Bang put away his posture, put his hands behind his back, and asked the crowd.
"I thought you had something important to say, but it turns out you're here to recruit apprentices. I'm not interested. Genos, Meikyō, you can go now."
Saitama said with a bored expression.
Whether or not he knows martial arts is meaningless to Saitama.
"I don't need that anymore. What I need is more powerful propulsion and more ferocious firepower."
Genos said with a straight face.
"Well, it's not difficult, I've already learned it."
Meikyō, his Eternal Mangekyo Sharingan, spoke to Bang.
"You're not allowed to insult flowing water... Huh? What did you say? You've already learned it! You're lying!"
A blond-haired man in a white training robe stepped forward, looking horrified.
The last time I saw someone learn another person's moves after watching them only once was Garou.
Bang so surprised he almost pulled his beard off.
"How about we give it a try?"
Seeing the incredulous looks on their faces, Meikyō tentatively asked.
"Good."
Bang said with a serious expression, making a hooking gesture with his hands and assuming a fighting stance.
Meikyō didn't hold back either, adopting the same starting stance, then swung his hands like flowing water, aiming straight for Bang's face.
Bang was immediately startled.
A true expert's skill is immediately apparent. Meikyō's move was just a routine he demonstrated, called "Fang Finger Stab," which targets the enemy's weaknesses.
The technique used by Meikyō differs somewhat from Bang's own Flowing Water Crushing Rock Fist. Although the moves are the same, the attack carries a strong sense of Uchiha Meikyō's own style, being swift, agile, and powerful, perfectly blending elegance and violence.
"This... this, is this the Flowing Water Crushing Rock Fist? It can be used like this? So... so amazing."
Charanko stared wide-eyed at the two people locked in fierce combat in the center of the dojo.
"Both of them are seasoned veterans. Even though they have held back most of their strength, you can still see how sharp their combat awareness is."
Genos, his yellow electronic eyes gleaming, spoke calmly.
He initially thought it was pointless, but since Teacher Meikyō seemed somewhat interested, he might as well record the scene and study it later.
"The vast majority of the force..."
Charanko looked at the ground that had crumbled layer by layer and swallowed hard.
He seemed to remember that this Scarlet Ninja was able to summon a giant several hundred meters tall, right?
Wouldn't that mean splitting up the entire mountain where this dojo is located?
After a brief exchange, Old Man Bang called a halt.
He was now quite certain that the person in front of him had indeed learned the Flowing Water Crushing Rock Fist after watching his demonstration once.
Although the Flowing Water Crushing Rock Fist is not limited to these, the most essential fist intent is contained within them. Uchiha Meikyō can use these moves after seeing them once, and after a practical battle, he can roughly understand the essence of the fist technique.
Later on, they were no longer bound by specific moves in their fist and foot techniques, but their attacks were as fluid as water, finding every nook and cranny.
"Even my former eldest disciple, Garou, couldn't match your talent in martial arts."
Bang, with his hands behind his back, couldn't help but exclaim in admiration.
"The Flowing Water Crushing Rock Fist is indeed extraordinary, but this floor..."
Meikyō looked somewhat embarrassed at the floor that had cracked due to the battle between the two sides.
"Charanko, you'll be in charge of fixing it after the guests leave."
"Yes, Master."
Charanko said with a bitter expression.
Bang opened his mouth, the words were on the tip of his tongue, but he couldn't say them.
He genuinely wanted to take on apprentices, especially these three people in front of him, each one stronger than the last. Even the weakest one, Genos, was at the level of S-Class Hero, so there was no need to worry about being attacked by Garou.
According to Bang's estimation, given Garou's rate of improvement, he could only barely put up a fight against the lower-ranked S-Class Hero, so there was no need to worry.
The problem is, he wanted to bring these three people to the dojo, but unfortunately, most of them didn't really think much of it...
But then Uchiha Meikyō learned the Flowing Water Crushing Rock Fist...
"Old Man Bang, I see that there aren't many disciples at the dojo, and there's not much publicity either. How about I take the lead and promote it on some TV programs? Also, I'll keep an eye on the news about Garou."
Meikyō also felt that since he had learned other people's skills, he should at least give back in some way.
"TV programs?"
Bang stroked his beard, pondered for a moment, and nodded.
"If you have any news about Garou, I hope you can pass it on to me. As his master, there are some things that I still have to settle myself."
Bang sighed.
Suddenly, the dojo's doors were opened.
A staff member of the Hero Association collapsed to the ground, panting heavily, and shouted:
"Lord Silver Fang! I've been sent by the Hero Association headquarters! There's an important matter that requires all S-Class Hero to assemble! Also, please, Scarlet Ninja and the Cybernetic Freaks, depart as soon as possible!"
A-City, Hero Association Headquarters.
"Ding-dong~"
The elevator doors opened, Meikyō, Saitama, Genos, and Bang walked out side by side.
At the entrance of the passage, a tall, middle-aged man with a blade of grass in his mouth and his hair in a messy high ponytail was walking along the road, carrying a sword.
"It's Silver Fang. It's been a long time."
Atomic Samurai greeted Bang.
"It's been a long time, Atomic Samurai."
Bang responded with a smile.
"Hmm, and there are also Cybernetic Freaks and Scarlet Ninja, and this... unfamiliar face?"
Atomic Samurai looked at Saitama with curiosity.
"This is Saitama, who possesses extraordinary strength and will become an S-rank hero sooner or later."
Bang explained.
Hello, sir.
Saitama extended his hand to Atomic Samurai.
"I'm only thirty-seven years old, not old enough to be called an uncle yet."
Atomic Samurai did not shake hands with Saitama.
Unaware of Saitama's true strength, he considered a B-rank hero insignificant.
After all, with just three disciples, he was already second only to Sweet Mask among A-rank disciples.
"Let's wait until you reach S-rank before shaking hands again, Scarlet Ninja. I've heard you're also a skilled swordsman. We can spar sometime, and I can also introduce you to the Sword Saint Society."
Atomic Samurai, with a blade of grass in his mouth, spoke to the Meikyō.
"Yes, definitely."
Meikyō nodded.
Atomic Samurai is arguably one of the pinnacles of swordsmanship in this world, and exchanging techniques with such powerful swordsmanship would also benefit Meikyō.
"I heard there are B-rank weaklings here? Who brought B-rank in? They're being incredibly rude to us! I'm not happy! Get out!"
A series of curses, sounding like those of a little devil, rang out as a short, legally-born loli with green curly hair stepped out of the elevator, pointed at Saitama, and began to spout off.
"Hey, whose brat is this? Lost?"
Saitama's face darkened, and he pointed at Tatsumaki, asking a question.
"She's just Tatsumaki, ranked second in S-rank. She's supposedly a Psychic Power."
Genos glanced at Tatsumaki and said.
"What? Just? How dare you talk like that, you tin can? Believe me or not, I'll tear you apart into scrap metal... Hey, hey! Don't go! Ignore me?"
The Little Tatsumaki, in a fit of impotent rage, stomped her high heels on the floor and cursed.
They hadn't gone far when Meikyō and his group of four arrived at the door of the conference room.
There, a tall, slender, blond man with a face so beautiful it resembled a woman's was leaning against the doorway, scrutinizing Meikyō.
"Oh, auntie, we meet again."
Saitama wore a blank smile and greeted Flashy Flash.
A # symbol appeared on Flash's forehead as he roared:
"I've already said I'm a man, a man! Who are you calling 'auntie'?!"
Genos put his mouth close to Meikyō's ear and whispered:
"Teacher Meikyō, this guy came to our house looking for you several times before, but you weren't home at the time."
"I see."
Meikyō nodded slightly and looked at Flashy, who was arguing with Saitama about his gender.
"You must be Flashy Flash, the 13th S-rank 13. What brings you here?"
Flashy adopted an expression that suggested he wouldn't bother arguing with a fool, looked at Meikyō, and said:
"Scarlet Ninja, you are not from Ninja Village, but a clan ninja who has almost been lost to history."
"My father, my grandfather, and my family have all been ninjas for generations, a tradition that has been passed down for countless years."
Meikyō spoke the truth.
Flashy Flash, looking as if he had known all along, said:
"No wonder. Apart from Ninja Village, it's probably only clan ninjas like yours who have survived to this day. But since you're also a ninja, it means that guy will come after you sooner or later. Perhaps we'll have a chance to join forces in the future."
Meikyō raised an eyebrow slightly.
Is this guy talking about someone from Ninja Village? Apparently, there's a Ninja King in the Ninja Village whose strength is unknown, and he's supposedly incredibly powerful. But when he was looking for Flashy Flash, he ran into Saitama, and so nobody knows just how powerful he really is.
However, after Speed-o'-Sound Sonic and Flashy Flash obtained the Ninja King's Ninjutsu Scroll, their strength increased dramatically. The latter was even able to instantly kill two Dragon-level monsters when using his ultimate technique.
This suggests that the Ninja King's strength was extraordinary; he was just unlucky to encounter Saitama.
Meikyō wanted to ask more questions, but by then Sitch had already walked to the front of the conference room table and invited all the S-Class Hero to sit down.
Meikyō had no choice but to put the matter aside for the time being.
Currently, the Hero Association has 18 S-Class Hero. Blast, the number one hero, and Metal Knight, the number six hero, are not present. Therefore, eight S-rank heroes are seated on each side. Sitch is standing at the head of the table, so Saitama can only sit at the lower seat opposite him.
"Could I have a cup of tea?"
Saitama felt a little thirsty and asked blankly.
The serious atmosphere at the scene was instantly broken.
A robot rolled its wheels and brought Saitama a cup of hot tea.
"So, what's the matter that you called us here today?"
Bang asked, sitting in his seat.
"Who knows?"
Tatsumaki was still sulking, crossing her arms and letting out a huff.
"The locations of Blast and Metal Knight are unknown and we cannot contact them. Waiting any longer is not an option, so we are holding an emergency meeting now. I, Sitch, will explain the situation to you. Now, let's get down to business."
"The reason I've invited you, the world's most powerful S-Class Hero, is not for anything else, but to ask you to protect the Earth!"
Sitch said sincerely.
"Hey, what's all this fuss about? I even canceled my sister's piano recital to come here. If it's nothing serious, I'll smash up headquarters."
Metal Bat propped his legs up on the table and said arrogantly.
This person's personality is somewhat like that of a rebellious teenager.
Or perhaps this seventeen-year-old boy was simply a rebellious teenager going through a bad phase.
"Hmph! How are you going to hit me with that stick?"
Tatsumaki snorted.
The two of them started arguing in front of everyone.
Sitch sighed helplessly.
He knew it would turn out this way.
Many of these S-Class Hero have very distinct personalities.
However, he wouldn't dare to reprimand these S-Class Hero.
Because these guys are actually capable of tearing down the Hero Association headquarters.
"Ahem, everyone, please hear me out first."
Sitch coughed twice and said.
However, Tatsumaki was still arguing with Metal Bat, and in doing so, she also dragged Flashy Flash into the fray.
"The great prophet, Shibabawa, is dead."
Sitch's voice wasn't loud, but the dispute in the arena stopped immediately.
All S-Class Hero know the importance of Shibabawa.
Even Meikyō, an outsider, had seen it in the newspaper.
This person can only predict a portion of the disasters, but his predictions of the future are never wrong.
Of everyone present, only Saitama remained completely bewildered.
"A baby sucking on poop? Who's that?"
The Puri-Puri Prisoner had previously cooperated with Genos in the fight against Deep Sea King, immediately explained to Saitama.
"In the future, six months later, Lord Shibabawa suddenly looked flustered and had difficulty breathing. He choked to death while eating a throat lozenge."
A Hero Association official standing behind Sitch stepped forward and said.
"The problem lies in the last words of His Majesty Shibabawa."
Sitch took a folded piece of paper out of his suit pocket.
"Although Lord Shibabawa was unable to speak because of a piece of candy stuck in his throat, he still managed to write these words with all his might."
Sitch unfolded the paper, on which were written several large characters in a crooked and messy manner.
—The Earth is doomed!
The heroes below who knew about Shibabawa all changed their expressions. Even Tatsumaki, who was ranked first in the heavens, second in the earth, third in Blast, and fourth in me, became serious.
Aside from the Meikyō, Saitama, and Genos.
They knew there was no problem Saitama couldn't solve.
"Even when Dragon-level disasters occurred in the past, Lord Sibaba never said anything about being doomed, which means that this disaster is definitely above the dragon level! Moreover, it will definitely happen within half a year!"
Sitch slammed his hand on the table and said with a serious expression.
"I see."
"The police dog is calm and speaks in a flat tone," said the police dog.
"We've finished the potato chips, is there anything else to eat?"
This is the Pig God touching his belly.
"So, does this mean we need to develop corresponding countermeasures to prepare for this disaster?"
The Zombie Man leaned back in his seat and said in a deep voice.
"Well, in short, please prepare yourselves for a major battle within the next six months!"
Sitch lowered his head and pleaded with the S-Class Hero.
"Saying it's within six months actually means it could be tomorrow, or even today? Maybe it'll be in the next second?"
Saitama put down his teacup and raised his hand to ask.
"Who are you..."
Before Sitch could even ask a question, a loud roar rang out from outside, causing the floor to tremble.
"This building has been attacked?" Genos, looking at the ceiling.
"That's impossible. This is the Hero Association's headquarters. Who would be crazy enough to come here?" Superalloy Darkshine touched his bald head, which was as shiny as Saitama's, and said with a puzzled look.
Meikyō quickly turned her head and looked in one direction outside the Hero Association building.
There were several rapidly moving auras there, but the strongest one was only at the Demon-level, nothing to fear.
Those were the Sky King and his subordinates who died as soon as they appeared.
As for those who killed them...
Meikyō slowly raised her head and looked up at the sky.
"The disasters you just mentioned, those involving dragons or higher... are probably coming soon."
He sensed a massive spaceship in the sky, so large that its size was beyond his perception range.
"Scarlet Ninja, what have you discovered?"
Flashy Flash felt he had become somewhat familiar with Meikyō, so he asked a question.
Meikyō pointed upwards.
"In the sky."
"Boom----!"
The building shook again, and a deafening explosion echoed outside.
The originally pure white lights suddenly dimmed, with only a few red warning lights flashing incessantly.
"Power system cut off, emergency backup power activated."
An electronic female voice sounded, and the lights returned to normal.
"What exactly is going on?"
Sitch slapped the table, and a holographic projection immediately rose up on it.
"Damage rate... 99.8%? In an instant, the entire A-City, except for the Hero Association building that Metal Knight helped build, was completely destroyed!?"
Sitch clutched his head in despair, remembering what Meikyō had just said.
"A calamity greater than a dragon... isn't that... a god? Scarlet Ninja, you've also discovered..."
Sitch looked up and saw that Meikyō and Saitama on the opposite side had disappeared, leaving only a large hole in the ceiling.
"It's huge!"
Saitama looked at the enormous spaceship that blotted out the sky and said, then pushed off with his feet and jumped onto the spaceship using brute force.
A host of S-Class Hero, including Meikyō, Tatsumaki, Superalloy Darkshine, Genos, and Child Emperor, emerged from the hole in the ceiling.
Silver Fang, Atomic Samurai, Metal Bat, and Sexy Futanari, after learning through surveillance that a powerful monster had appeared on the ground and severely injured Iai Steel, the second- A-rank Iaian, went directly up the stairs to deal with the monster.
Meikyō glanced at the monster on the ground fighting against four S-Class Hero, then looked at the huge spaceship in the sky.
The monster on the ground is called Melzargard. It has five heads, possesses super regenerative abilities, and is considered powerful even among Dragon-level.
However, the four S-Class Hero, including the experienced Silver Fang and Atomic Samurai, should not be too difficult to deal with.
The trouble is in the sky.
Boros, the ruler of the universe.
This man, who called himself the overlord of the universe, had conquered countless planets in his life. Because he was too strong, he felt lonely and hoped to meet an opponent who could fight him.
The latter heard from a prophet that there was someone on Earth who could rival him, so he spent twenty years traveling to Earth.
The person who is Boros's equal in the prophecy is definitely not Saitama. Meikyō guesses that it is most likely Blast or Garou who has fully grown up.
However, Blast has not appeared for many years, Garou is still just an ordinary expert who struggles even to fight a low-ranking S-rank fighter.
This guy is strong enough to destroy everything on Earth's surface. Luckily, there's Saitama, otherwise, Meikyō really wouldn't know what to do.
"There are four S-Class Hero on the ground, which is enough to deal with them. The problem is, how can we get to that thing in the sky? If we just fly up there by plane, we'll probably be shot down by a shell in an instant."
Child Emperor licked his lollipop and pointed at the big guy in the sky.
"King, as one of the top experts in S-rank, I would like to hear your opinion."
Superalloy Darkshine turned his head and looked at King, who had just crawled out of the pit.
The King Engine started, and King felt a pang of embarrassment inside, but he still maintained a calm and composed demeanor on the surface.
"That thing is in the sky, and I can't reach it. Why don't you call Metal Knight over as soon as possible?"
"What! How embarrassing. You call yourself the strongest man on Earth? Forget it, what use are you guys? I can handle it all by myself."
Tatsumaki stood with her hands on her hips, pointing at King and cursing.
"Hey, Little Tatsumaki, watch out, don't anger King, or you'll be dead."
Superalloy Darkshine feigned fear and spoke to Tatsumaki.
Everyone felt that King's strength had reached an extremely terrifying level.
Or rather, King's strength depends on the limits of his opponent's imagination...
"Teacher Meikyō, Saitama- sensei should have already made his move. Let me try to see if I can hit the spaceship with my Incineration Cannon."
Genos couldn't think of a solution for a moment, and said to Meikyō.
"Hey! Tin can, didn't you hear me?! I said I'm fine on my own!"
Tatsumaki turned its fire on Genos.
"Hey, Genos, watch out, don't anger Tatsumaki, or you'll be dead."
Superalloy Darkshine ran over to Genos and whispered something.
Genos's yellow electronic eyes instantly transformed into Saitama's dead fish eyes.
He felt like he'd heard those words somewhere before.
Moreover, he felt it would be embarrassing for him to argue with a child.
Even though this person isn't a child, they look just like one.
"There are many powerful auras on the spaceship. Child Emperor, please have all the S-Class Hero come aboard. I can get everyone up there."
Meikyō stroked his sword and looked at the huge spaceship in the sky.
The flesh and blood of those monsters that Bruce had absorbed before had been transformed into blood energy to nourish Meikyō. Now that there were many powerful people on this spaceship, it was a good opportunity to replenish his energy.
In this way, one's own strength will be enhanced to some extent.
"Hey! What are you pretending to be cool for? I already said I can handle this by myself. You and that tin can guy are really in cahoots. You're disgusting, repulsive, and utterly despicable!"
Despite the Tatsumaki's calls, the group of S-Class Hero still made it to the rooftop and prepared to set off.