Ten days had passed since Akash had taken the two eggs from the Dark Master. During this time, he had completely eaten the first egg, while the second remained safely stored. He had also spent the entire period wearing his Super Devil Soul, the Red Turtle Armor, while fighting aliens ranging from the Primary level to the Newton level.
What surprised Akash most was the condition of the Red Turtle Armor. After ten days of continuous battles, it did not have even a single scratch or sign of damage. It looked exactly as it had when he first obtained it after killing the Super Red Turtle Alien. Akash had also noticed the Super Gene Point listed in his status, but he still had no idea what it actually represented or how he had obtained it.
At the same time, Akash had been practicing the first stage of the Great Buddha Technique. Every time he practiced, an awful smell came from his body. The smell was so terrible that even Akash found it difficult to tolerate. Taking a bath did not solve the problem, and skipping a bath did not make any difference either.
Because of this, Akash had to bathe at least three times a day. The constant training, hunting and bathing had left him looking somewhat exhausted, but the changes in his body were impossible to miss. After ten days of continuous practice, his physique had become noticeably stronger and more refined.
Akash stopped for a moment and opened his status window. A blue-colored screen appeared in front of him, displaying his current information.
[STATUS WINDOW]
Name: Akash
Age: 18
Points Earned:
Normal Gene Point: 100/100
Primary Gene Point: 50/100
Newton's Gene Point: 14/100
Secret Gene Point: 12/100
Super Gene Point: 10/100
Life Span: 100 Years
Collected Devil Souls:
Super Devil Soul: Red Turtle Armor
Secret Devil Soul: Bull Human
Primary Devil Soul: Copper Spear
Newton Devil Soul: ???
Akash studied the blue screen for a few moments before closing it. After considering his next move, he decided it was time to return to Dev Ashram. He also needed to go to Earth for some important work, so he could not remain on Titan forever.
It took Akash three to four days to reach the border of Dev Ashram. Before entering the Ashram's territory, he retrieved the second egg from its hiding place and carried it with him. Once he reached the border, he hid the egg in the same location where he had previously hidden his sword, making sure that it would remain safe while he was inside.
Akash knew the Dark Master would have made extensive preparations to find King after the incident in the cave. He therefore decided to return to Dev Ashram in a completely different appearance. Several days earlier, he had already prepared his disguise and practiced the act repeatedly.
Dust covered his face, his hair was deliberately disheveled and his clothes were torn in several places. He carried a wooden stick and kept one leg stiff, making it appear as though he had suffered a serious injury. His movements were slow and uneven, and he walked with the helpless appearance of someone who had barely survived a dangerous journey.
Akash had practiced the disguise so thoroughly that every movement looked natural. He controlled his breathing, posture and expressions perfectly. Anyone who saw him would have believed that he was genuinely injured and exhausted.
After walking for some time, Akash finally reached the main gate of Dev Ashram. He lowered his head and continued toward the entrance, maintaining his act. Just as he was about to enter, the Dark Master and several of his companions appeared nearby.
The Dark Master was occupied in conversation with one of his men and did not notice Akash approaching. Akash immediately recognized the opportunity and deliberately changed his direction.
He walked straight into the Dark Master.
The Dark Master barely moved from the collision, but Akash immediately stumbled backward and dropped his stick. He fell to his knees and quickly lowered his head until it touched the ground.
"Please forgive me, Master. I didn't mean to bump into you. It was my mistake." - Akash
The Dark Master looked down at him with irritation. His mood was already terrible, and the unexpected collision only made him angrier.
"You little shit! Where did you come from?" - Dark Master
Akash remained on the ground and kept his head lowered. He continued acting frightened and helpless while the Dark Master stepped around him.
"Get out of my way." - Dark Master
The Dark Master walked past him, followed by his companions. Some of them threw insults at Akash as they passed, but he continued playing the part of a frightened and injured man.
Akash remained there for a few moments until the group had gone far enough away. He then slowly picked up his stick and continued toward the Ashram gate.
His disguise had worked perfectly. The Dark Master had just walked past the very person he had been desperately searching for without realizing that King was standing directly in front of him.
The next morning, Akash woke up early and made his way to the teleport train station. He had decided to return to Earth, where he had some important work to complete. After reaching the station, he collected his pass and waited for the train.
When the train finally arrived, Akash stepped toward the entrance. He was just about to board when someone suddenly placed a hand on his shoulder.
"You're leaving in such a hurry that you're not even going to meet me?" - Avni
Akash froze. He slowly turned his head and immediately recognized the voice. His expression changed, and he silently cursed his luck.
"Of all the people on the entire Titan Planet, why did this girl have to come now?" - Akash
He remembered their previous encounter and realized that he still had not properly apologized to Avni. Yet somehow, she had appeared just when he was finally about to leave for Earth.
Akash looked toward the sky with a helpless expression.
"God, it seems I'm coming to you very soon. Today might be my last day. I love you, God." - Akash
Avni looked at him with confusion. She was wearing her training suit gear, making it clear that she had come prepared for training. Akash, however, had no idea why she had stopped him at the station.
A short while later, the two were standing face-to-face inside the training area. Akash had also changed into his training suit gear, but his expression looked miserable. He had been moments away from leaving for Earth, and now he was standing in front of the person he privately considered a goddess of death.
"Can I ask you something? What do you actually want? It was just an accident." - Akash
Akash clearly disliked being forced into something he had never agreed to do. Avni immediately noticed his attitude, and his dismissive response only made her more irritated.
"My training partner didn't come today, so you'll be my training partner for a while, you idiot. If your poor little brain still doesn't understand, come closer and I'll explain it properly." - Avni
Akash immediately understood that arguing would not help. Avni then explained the rules of the training clearly. She would be the one attacking, while Akash would only block or dodge unless she specifically told him to attack.
"You will only attack when I tell you to. Otherwise, you will block or dodge. I'll keep my strength under control, and training suit will also restrict my movements, so I won't be able to use my full strength." - Avni
Avni finished explaining the conditions and gave Akash a chance to express his own concerns. Akash listened carefully. He could tell that Avni was partly hiding her real intention, but he also knew that she was genuinely angry about the previous accident.
Perhaps this was actually a good opportunity to clear the misunderstanding between them. If Avni needed to release her anger, Akash would let her do it, as long as she followed one condition.
"Whatever happens inside this training room stays here. It must not leave this place. If you're as smart as you think you are, you'll understand what I mean." - Akash
Avni immediately understood his concern. She looked at him for a moment before giving him a firm answer.
"I understand. Whatever happens here stays here. I won't tell anyone." - Avni
Akash finally relaxed a little. At least that matter was settled. Now he only had to survive whatever Avni had planned for their training session.
Avni and Akash stood face-to-face inside the training room, both wearing their training suit gear. Avni immediately moved into a basic martial arts stance, but Akash only looked at her with confusion. He had never learned this particular form before, so he had no idea how he was supposed to stand.
Avni noticed his confused expression and corrected his position. She showed him where to place his feet, how to keep his hands raised and how to maintain his balance. Akash followed her instructions carefully, and after making sure his position was correct, Avni stood opposite him again. Only then were they ready to begin their training.
"Your turn first. Attack me, and then I'll attack you. Just—" - Avni
Before Avni could even finish her sentence, Akash suddenly moved.
His fist shot straight toward her face at incredible speed. Avni's eyes widened, and for a moment, her entire mind went blank. She had not even finished speaking, yet Akash's punch was already right in front of her face.
"What...?" - Avni
The punch stopped only a few inches from her face. Akash immediately pulled his fist back and returned to his position. He looked at Avni and quickly realized that she seemed completely perplexed by what had just happened.
"Sorry. I thought you told me to attack first, so I did exactly that." - Akash
Avni stared at him for a moment without saying anything. Her expression remained calm, but something inside her was clearly getting irritated. Akash, meanwhile, had no idea that his perfectly obedient response had somehow made the situation worse.
Avni slowly raised her hands again and continued with the training. This time, she was much more careful about giving Akash an opening.
"Get ready, because now I'll—" - Avni
Before the sentence could leave her mouth completely, Akash's leg suddenly swung toward her ribs.
Avni's eyes widened again. She immediately raised her hand to block the kick, but just as her defense met his leg, Akash suddenly changed its direction. The kick moved past her guard and headed toward the back of her neck.
Avni reacted at the last possible moment and raised her other hand. The kick struck her defense, forcing her backward. The impact was strong enough to make her spit to the side as she regained her balance.
Akash quickly pulled his leg back. A slight pain spread through his leg from the force of Avni's block, and he finally understood that her physical strength was far greater than he had expected.
He looked at Avni carefully.
She was standing perfectly still, her face calm and composed.
But somehow, Akash had the strong feeling that her anger had increased rather than decreased.