Beep beep beep!
The detector emitted a sharp alarm, and the numbers on the screen started bouncing around crazily again:
7000... 8000... 9000...
As the speed of increase slowed down and tended to stabilize, the number successfully broke through 10,000!
Crack!
The detector couldn't handle the load and suddenly began to smoke, exploding.
"Eh? The detector!" Kling was shocked.
"No worries, no worries, these childish things can be easily fixed, I'll spend some time later improving it to display larger numbers."
Bulma wasn't concerned, but rather, she looked at Shano with burning eyes, "Mr. Shano, your Qi just broke through 10,000! It's simply incredible!"
A five-digit number!
Her boyfriend Yamcha's combat power, she checked just now; it was only a little over two hundred!
"Well, if I use my strongest moves, it should increase some more, but I guess the maximum would be just over ten thousand; I have a rough idea now."
Shano pondered and nodded.
On the side, Wukong was already too excited to contain himself; he rushed to Shano's side, eyes shining:
"So strong! Big Brother Shano! Is this your true strength? The way you use Qi is so unique, can you teach me? And what were those black and red flashes?"
"That's called Supreme King Haki."
Shano withdrew his aura, and the black and red lightning gradually dissipated. He looked at the expectant Wukong and shook his head with a smile:
"Sorry, Wukong, this power is innate in my world and can't be directly taught. People with aptitude will awaken when the opportunity arises, but the pure black Haki I used earlier, I can teach you that."
As he spoke, he glanced around at everyone.
Armament is quite practical. It can be used to enhance bodily defense or be attached to the surface of the flesh to increase attack power. In-depth applications like Internal Destruction are even more advanced.
More importantly, it's a power in the Pirate World that has no entry barrier, and everyone can master it.
Since he can use Haki effortlessly in this universe.
Then these brilliant martial arts masters should have no reason to not learn it.
"Really? That's great!"
Wukong jumped up with joy and high-fived Kling in celebration.
Does it include me?
Piccolo raised an eyebrow in surprise, showing an expression of expectation.
But he quickly realized something and frowned, "Lord Shano just said... your world? What does that mean?"
"Because I'm not from this universe."
Shano smiled, drained his coffee cup, "I can't say clearly how I got here; it's quite complex. You can understand it as I came from a parallel universe's Earth to refine my martial arts and learn from other worlds' strengths. I'll probably stay here for a year, and after that year, I'll leave."
Oh, I see...
Everyone exchanged confused glances, then suddenly realized.
Now everything makes sense.
Why everyone looks similar like Earthlings, but their combat strength varies so much, and also why they hadn't heard of his name despite so many years passing.
Shano observed all of this, smiling gently.
It's better to be honest about these matters; he has no reason to hide his origins from these Z warriors.
Moreover, compared to Pirate World, people from Dragon Ball World are apparently more accepting of aliens and people from other universes.
Shano glanced at Piccolo.
"A year's time, huh..." Wukong scratched his head, "Doesn't that mean when those two Saiyans arrive...."
"I should still be present."
Shano shook his head, "So don't worry too much about the two Saiyans. If the sky falls, there's still me, the tall guy, to hold it up. But ah, I can only help you so much."
"The future Earth, there might be more dangerous, evil guys targeting it. By that time, you'll need to become strong yourselves."
"Understood!"
Wukong nodded heavily, clenched his fist, and said with determination, "I'll work hard and soon catch up with you, Big Brother Shano!"
"Yes, I understand too!"
Kling felt the pressure; before, his vision was narrow and he didn't feel much. But now there's not only a Saiyan but also Shano, a strong fighter from another universe...
Earth faces many potential dangers.
"So for the upcoming year of training, I plan to first teach you Armament Haki in the initial two months. During this time, I also hope you can teach me the use of 'Qi'."
"Eh? Big Brother Shano, you need us to teach?"
Wukong was taken aback.
"Yes, just like how you're interested in my 'Haki,' I'm quite curious about your 'Qi'."
Shano stated earnestly, "Honestly, in my world, I've almost reached the limit of human capability, but by practicing your 'Qi,' I should be able to break that barrier and reach a new level of battle strength."
"Didn't expect we could actually help you out, Big Brother Shano!"
Wukong laughed heartily, instantly feeling a sense of achievement and agreed without hesitation, "No problem! Leave it to me! Gohan is of age, he can also learn together..."
"Don't say silly things, Wukong!"
Chichi was furious and grabbed Wukong's ear, "I've arranged Gohan's tutoring class; there's no time to learn martial arts from you. Do you know that learning martial arts has no future? In the future world, good grades and education are necessary!"
"But Chichi..."
The two started arguing, but Wukong was clearly at a disadvantage, not a match at all, and was soon scolded into submission.
"Better to choose someone else."
Master Roshi adjusted his sunglasses and couldn't resist speaking:
"Wukong is a rare genius in his own cultivation, but in my opinion, he doesn't have the talent for teaching."
"Hehe, you might be right..." Wukong scratched his head, grinning foolishly, "Still, martial arts master, you teaching personally might be better."
"I'm not qualified either."
However, Master Roshi just waved his hand, smiling:
"Your Excellency Shano is Earth's benefactor, so if he has something to ask of us, it's only natural to offer the best treatment."
Hmm?
Piccolo seemed to sense something and squinted his eyes:
"Hey, old man, you wouldn't possibly mean..."
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At the top of Garling Tower, in the temple plaza.
"I'm not qualified either for your Excellency Shano."
The Immortal leaned on his cane and sighed in distress:
"I've already been informed about the previous events. Now Earth is facing a Saiyan crisis, relying on your strength. If there's any help to offer, Mr. Popo and I will definitely do our best to assist."
"But unfortunately, our abilities are too weak in comparison to you. We can at most help you grasp the basic gathering and sensing of Qi. Beyond that, truly improving is beyond our capability…".
"Mastering the basics is exactly what I need right now."
Shano was not concerned, "How about this: in the first two months, I'll stay here and train with you and Mr. Popo to solidify the foundation of Qi practices, and for the following ten months..."
For those who understand etiquette, he always shows extra courtesy.
The Immortal showed great respect, referring to him with utmost courtesy, so he wouldn't be stingy in addressing this elderly person politely.
Shano smiled as he spoke: "I'll have to trouble you to provide me an opportunity to visit and pay respects to Lord King Kai."
"Lord King Kai?"
The Immortal and Mr. Popo exchanged a glance, seeing surprise in each other's eyes.
"You even know of Lord King Kai?"
The Immortal soon realized, "True, in your universe, you must also have Lord King Kai."
He had heard that there were even more powerful Lords King Kai, who didn't just control thousands of galaxies but instead governed thousands of universes.