Infinite Sun in the East China Sea

Chapter 371 The World of Darkness
"useless?"

Zhao Yingkong gritted her teeth, trying her best to eliminate the special effects of Qi Jiela pollen.

Although the monster is dead, its dying attack continues to affect her.

This causes her to have all sorts of strange and bizarre dreams appear in her mind from time to time, and the experiences in these dreams will also be reflected in her body, causing her to have strange reactions from time to time.

Xu Feng's dismissive words had a greater emotional impact on her than the pollen from Qi Jiela.

Yet she had no confidence to refute it.

The vast majority of her strength came from the captain of the East Sea team. If the two people who died earlier could have obtained the resources she had acquired, their strength might not have been weaker than hers.

Besides, it was this very person who had just swept through a group of monsters and rescued her from the monster horde.

“Just a little bit more…” Zhao Yingkong looked at the sun with red eyes: “Just a little bit more to unlock the fourth-order gene lock. If I could unlock the fourth-order gene lock, I would never be in such a sorry state now.”

Fourth-order gene lock.

Zhao Yingkong had seen the ability to unlock the fourth-order gene lock from another version of herself in her dream.

In fact, the version of herself that unlocked the fourth-order gene lock wasn't strong. The two had vastly different base attributes. After she quickly mastered the "Bodhi Proof Divine Art," her strength was already comparable to that version of herself. In a real fight, each had their own advantages.

Her first training subjects were Zhao Zhuikongs, who were no less than another version of herself... and there were batches of Zhao Zhuikongs.

Once she unlocked her second and third-tier gene locks during training, defeating another version of herself who had already unlocked her gene locks in a direct battle became easy.

However, this does not mean that the fourth-order gene lock is weak.

The various changes brought about by the fourth tier will allow her to more skillfully control her current true energy, and both energy utilization efficiency and energy output power will be enhanced to a new level.

Zigela was the 'tool' that forced her to unlock the fourth-order gene lock.

Unfortunately, she almost chose to self-destruct in frustration under the pressure of the tools. Zoga's arrival to help her was the reason for her defeat, but in that greater danger, she should have unlocked her genetic potential, but she missed the mark.

For a time, various negative emotions tangled together in Zhao Yingkong's heart.

His face became distorted.

"calm!"

Xu Feng's voice reached the assassin girl's ears again: "Don't fall into darkness."

Along with the sound came a beam of light.

This beam of light guided Zhao Yingkong upwards, replenishing her depleted true energy.

Xu Feng explained in detail: "Gatagneu has a deep connection with the ancient monsters. After enduring Gijera's full-force attack, the dark forces have begun to affect your soul and body. These changes will gradually deepen and cause very troublesome consequences."

Zhao Yingkong took a deep breath and immediately activated the "Bodhi Proof Divine Art" to calm herself down: "Sorry, I'm too weak!"

She carefully sensed the condition within her body using her true energy.

Then, with a grim expression, he said, "There is a very special spiritual power hidden in my body, which is more illusory than the power of the soul. It seems to exist at the level of a dream. This power is closely integrated with my spirit and body, and at the same time, it draws on external forces to merge and grow stronger."

"Even the Great Sun Tathagata Dharma Image cultivated through the Bodhi Proof Dharma Divine Skill cannot dispel this strange ability; it can only barely suppress it."

Zhao Yingkong was somewhat flustered, but after the initial panic, she suddenly realized that this panic was also an effect of that strange ability on her.

So weird.

This dream energy constantly stirs up the emotions of those affected, making them extreme in all emotions, whether joy, anger, sorrow, or happiness.

How can this effect be reversed?

Zhao Yingkong had no choice but to ask for help.

She knew that her captain had noticed the influence on the depths of her soul earlier than she had, and therefore must have a solution.

Otherwise, such a warning would only lead her to fall into depravity sooner.

“This kind of erosion is not difficult. I have two options,” Xu Feng said. “First, let enough solar energy wash over your body and soul. Although it is difficult to affect Zijella’s dream energy, as long as there is enough solar energy, it can slowly wear down this energy.”

Zhao Yingkong's face flushed slightly.

After hearing these words, under the influence of dream energy, some erotic dreams arose in her mind.

The sunlight bathing her made her feel uncomfortably hot.

Zhao Yingkong couldn't help but mutter to herself, "Damn it! Some of the cultivation techniques in this East Sea team are too improper. Just thinking about infusing energy makes one's mind wander... No, buying those techniques from the main god, and with so many girls surrounding that guy, I didn't think anything improper. This guy's original thoughts were never proper!"

at this time.

She suddenly thought of the two 'fellow students' who had transformed into sword energy.

Especially Watanabe Hideo, who had merged with Gijera at the time, his body already contained Gijera's dream energy and Gatanothor's dark energy, but those two energies were completely unable to suppress the sword energy that erupted from within. The dream energy and dark energy even became nourishment for the sword energy.

According to the captain, the two "classmates" were "gifts" he gave to Gatanothor. In other words, he had long anticipated that these two "teammates" would become prisoners of Zijra, and that once they merged into the darkness, they would become daggers hidden in the darkness, ready to stab Gatanothor in the back at the right time.

In order to save her, these two 'Trojan horses' were detonated prematurely.

Zhao Yingkong had to admit that she was indeed too weak.

But she also realized something... that this seemingly generous captain had tampered with some of the new recruits on the East China Sea team!
The supreme control over that incredibly powerful external avatar likely resides with this captain.

If the captain activates his backup plan, the ordinary members of the East Sea team will become one-time 'super bombs'.

Do I have this problem?

Zhao Yingkong's body tensed up again.

Under the influence of the dream's energy, she couldn't help but let her imagination run wild again, as if she had become someone's puppet, at their mercy.

"What about the second one?" she shook her head and pressed for an answer.

"The second method is very dangerous," Xu Feng said quietly. "Deep within the human soul lies a powerful force. In this world, the light in the hearts of those willing to support Tiga made him the pinnacle of power in this world, the shining star of Tiga." "And what about the darkness within the human heart?"

Zhao Yingkong was stunned for a moment, and she vaguely realized the strength of the biggest BOSS in this cycle of reincarnation.

As it stands, no one else in the East Sea team is qualified to interfere in the battle between the captain and Gatanothor!

Xu Feng continued, "Although it wasn't particularly obvious in the TV series, when Tiga was fighting Gijera, he was at a complete disadvantage because ordinary people supported Gijera out of their desires. It wasn't until some humans were willing to help Tiga that this giant of light was able to turn the tide."

"In the setting, Gatanothor's black mist can cut off electromagnetic signals, so why can people all over the world still watch the battle between Tiga and Gatanothor through live broadcast? It is obvious that the evil god wants to defeat the so-called protectors of humanity in front of all the people in the world."

Zhao Yingkong replied with a serious expression, "It wants to make humanity despair!"

“Clearly, Gatanothor no longer needs to do things himself.” Xu Feng sighed, “Although I killed Gijera, it has already completed its mission well, because there is no Tiga in this world who is willing to defy the will of all mankind for the sake of mankind. It has already made all mankind intoxicated in the dream and corrupted the hearts of all mankind.”

"These negative energies will become the energy source for Gatanothor's recovery and growth, just like the light that Shining Tiga borrowed from the children."

Xu Feng was certain that Gatanothor in this world was extremely powerful.

Perhaps it can be compared to Shining Tiga.

Even if Tiga's light appeared in this world, he would be helpless in the face of humanity's complete corruption under Gijera's influence and would have no choice but to leave Earth.

Zhao Yingkong looked towards the South Pacific Ocean, where the world's greatest boss slumbered: "In that case, we might as well call the monster we're about to face 'Dark Gatan'."

A name suddenly popped into her mind.

Xu Feng smiled and said, "Perhaps Gatanothor would like this name. Gatanothor indirectly absorbs the power of the corrupted mind through the dream world created by Zigela. The second method I mentioned is to intercept Gatanothor through the influence that Zigela left in your body."

The descending light outlines the cyclical structure of spiritual energy in this world.

“It is indeed very dangerous. This kind of energy will bring very serious negative effects…” Zhao Yingkong frowned.

The energy from the Zijera Dream she's currently experiencing, and the dark energy generated by all the fallen humans on Earth, is nothing compared to this. Playing like this... will definitely kill people!

But danger comes with enormous rewards; if she succeeds in stealing this power, her strength will definitely increase dramatically.

He could even stand shoulder to shoulder with the captain of the East China Sea team.

Zhao Yingkong couldn't help but grit her teeth: "Is there really a chance of success?"

She's made up her mind that if the chance of success is even one percent, she'll take the gamble!
This captain possesses the power of resurrection, and the worst outcome is that he becomes another version of himself... Anyway, he already has another personality within him, so what's there to be afraid of if he gains another dark and deranged personality?

Xu Feng said, "It depends on the person. If the core of the plan is me, the plan will definitely succeed. But if the target of the plan is you, the success rate is a bit low. If you can unlock the fourth-order gene lock and cooperate with your other personality, the success rate can barely reach 10%."

“Fourth tier…” Zhao Yingkong gritted her teeth again.

She couldn't help but complain about her own incompetence. If she had unlocked the fourth-tier gene lock during the battle just now, the power of interception would have made her much stronger on top of the fourth-tier level.

Now, things have become even more complicated.

She couldn't help but ask, "Besides Zijera, are there any other monsters nearby suitable for me to hone my skills?"

"They do exist in this world, but they're a bit hard to find nearby."

Xu Feng suddenly said, "Bing'er found a stone statue in Kumamoto. Although it's not Ultraman Tiga, this material is enough for me to develop some things. You should still choose the first option. We have a candidate with a higher probability of success for the second option."

The light in front of Zhao Yingkong suddenly brightened, and after a moment of dizziness, she found herself in an unfamiliar area.

The entire solar system was projected into her eyes.

She inexplicably felt her own insignificance.

Compared to such a colossal Buddha, my own strength is truly... insignificant.

"Is this what the captain prepared for the battle against Gatanothor?"

Zhao Yingkong muttered to herself.

Xu Feng waved his hand, and beams of golden light surged into Zhao Yingkong's meridians, causing her to involuntarily cry out.

The intense solar energy burned her meridians, causing her to curl up involuntarily.

With a full supply of energy, the Bodhi Dharma Proof Divine Skill started operating on its own. The image of the Great Sun Tathagata floated around her body. After the golden light poured in, the Great Sun Tathagata, which was not very big to begin with, rapidly expanded like an inflating balloon.

After the life-or-death battle, Zhao Yingkong's mind remained tense. This rapid improvement made her relax involuntarily and fall into the deepest sleep.

During this deep sleep, the energy in her body and soul was rapidly depleted, transforming into a series of dreams.

When the assassin girl awoke, her eyes were no longer red, but sharp again: "Captain, who will be the one to steal Gatanothor's power?"

After arriving in this area, Zhao Yingkong fully understood the gap between herself and the captain, and did not intend to challenge the East Sea team captain again in the short term.

She wanted to know her next challenge.

Hsu Feng did not answer directly.

"There aren't many members in the team who can handle that level of intensity, so the most suitable target is naturally 'light' itself."

"The resources of this world are all contaminated with the power of darkness... Not only Zijera, but also the Golden Dragon Goldras. They are too troublesome to deal with. If we want to make the best use of these resources, the best option is to understand the power of darkness."

Xu Feng couldn't help but sigh, "But once you can't help but learn about the darkness, it's easy to be influenced by the power of darkness and lose your mind... Under normal circumstances, it would be difficult for someone of my level to have such a problem, but unfortunately, this world is still somewhat special."

"Has Miss Sakurai also been affected by the dark forces?" A battlefield on Earth suddenly appeared before Zhao Yingkong's eyes.

The veteran dressed in a red and white shrine maiden's robes was crushing a gigantic monster.
Judging from the commotion caused by the battle between the man and the monster, although the monster was fighting alone, its strength was greater than that of dozens of Zoga and Gijera combined.

But as the witch continued to absorb the monster's flesh and blood into a space, a black aura also appeared on her body.

Just like her not long ago, the difference between the two lies in the energy they directly experience.

(End of this chapter)