The night air was cool as I sat in my room, staring at the glowing interface projected by the Nano Machine. My fight with Vasco had been an eye-opener—I had raw strength, but I lacked refinement. That had to change.
If I wanted to thrive in this world, I needed to become a true fighter. Not just someone who could throw punches, but someone who mastered multiple disciplines, someone who could analyze and adapt to any opponent. Luckily, I had the perfect tool for the job.
The Digital Library of Knowledge
"Nano Machine, activate web-scan function," I commanded.
[Web-scan function activated. Specify search parameters.]
"Access all available educational material on mathematics, science, English, and history. Download and store the data for reference."
A progress bar appeared in front of me, filling up rapidly as my Nano Machine absorbed knowledge directly from the internet. I felt a slight tingling in my head as the information settled into my brain, my memory expanding as though I had spent years studying these subjects.
[Data acquisition complete. Knowledge integrated.]
A flood of understanding washed over me—I could now solve complex equations, understand literature at an advanced level, and recite historical events with perfect clarity. But I wasn't done yet.
"Next, scan all available fighting videos from NewTube. Categories: boxing, Muay Thai, Aikido, Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, Hapkido, Capoeira, and other relevant martial arts."
The Nano Machine got to work, processing thousands of hours of footage in mere seconds. Fights from world champions, legendary martial artists, and underground brawlers—everything was at my fingertips.
Simulated Training Begins
"Initiate combat simulation. Generate training sequences based on newly acquired data."
[Generating battle simulations...]
A virtual dojo materialized around me, the space vast and open. Before me, several opponents formed—each a perfect representation of a martial artist specializing in their respective style.
The first opponent stepped forward, a boxer. He took a traditional stance, feet shoulder-width apart, fists raised protectively.
[Simulation Start]
The boxer lunged forward, throwing a lightning-fast jab. I barely managed to dodge, but before I could react, an uppercut followed. The impact rattled me, sending me stumbling backward.
[Analyzing technique... Countermeasure suggested: Slip and counter with a right cross.]
I adjusted my posture, this time weaving under the jab and retaliating with a powerful right hook. My fist connected, sending the simulated boxer reeling.
[Analysis complete. Efficiency improved by 15%.]
Expanding the Arsenal
One by one, I fought against different opponents, each mastering a distinct martial art.
A Muay Thai fighter came next, his strikes powerful and unrelenting. The Nano Machine highlighted his weaknesses—his reliance on clinches and knee strikes. I adapted, using my boxing skills to maintain distance and counter with swift hooks and jabs.
Next was an Aikido master. Unlike the others, he didn't attack head-on. Instead, he redirected my energy, using my own strength against me.
[Weakness detected: Lack of balance control. Solution: Strengthen footwork and anticipate redirections.]
The training went on for hours, my mind and body rapidly absorbing techniques from Hapkido, Capoeira, and Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu. The Nano Machine not only analyzed my mistakes but provided the most efficient ways to correct them.
By the time the final simulation ended, I collapsed onto the floor, drenched in sweat but feeling invincible.
The Road to Mastery
I stared at my hands, flexing my fingers. I could feel the power, the precision. My body had begun to move instinctively, no longer hindered by hesitation or inefficiency.
"Nano Machine, summarize progress."
[Overall combat proficiency increased by 45%. Reaction time improved by 20%. Strike accuracy enhanced by 30%.]
I grinned. This was just the beginning.
Tomorrow, I would put these skills to the test in the real world.