Ch: 141-146
Chapter 141 Chapter 141
"Stop dawdling, it's time to go." Gasai Yuno forced a smile, suppressing her anger. "It's all for survival, let's do our best."
Amano Yukiteru, holding the doorknob, suddenly turned back: "Wait, after this is over... there's something I want to ask Yuno."
Just when everyone thought he was going to ask Yuno to take the lead, they heard him say: "I want to take you somewhere special, will you come with me?" With that, he slipped out the door.
The hospital's exterior was long since surrounded, not even an ant could get out. Keigo Kurusu was deploying his forces when his phone suddenly vibrated.
"Yo, it's Usa." He calmly pressed the answer button, and sure enough, a familiar voice came from the other end of the line. "Why aren't you surprised at all?"
On the other end of the phone, Mimi Usa said coldly: "The condition is simple, you exchange yourself for the hostage. You must come before us personally, and prepare a getaway car..."
Keigo Kurusu interrupted her directly: "No need to talk, the assault team is already in position, you have nowhere to run."
Mimi Usa was stunned; this was completely unexpected.
"Stop dreaming, you've already been surrounded."
"We still have the hostage!"
Keigo Kurusu's tone was unmoved: "The initiative is on our side."
Mimi Usa was furious, realizing she had been outmaneuvered. She threatened sharply: "Don't forget your son is in our hands!"
"Even if he's rescued, he won't live long. Becoming a god is my only choice." After saying this, Keigo Kurusu hung up and ordered: "All units, prepare to assault."
In the hospital room, a furious Mimi Usa was about to erupt when a magic circle suddenly unfolded before her.
Gasai Yuno was not surprised by Wang Haoyu's reappearance.
"Aren't you curious why I'm here?" Wang Haoyu asked.
Mimi Usa, still fuming, roared: "If you're not going to help, then we'll all be blown up together!"
Wang Haoyu chuckled: "I'm here to announce my entry into this game. It's been a long time since I played cat and mouse, though the outcome is already decided."
Mimi Usa retorted irritably: "Isn't it just like what the future diary predicted? If we die, you won't live either."
"If that were truly the case, I wouldn't be here," Wang Haoyu said meaningfully.
No sooner had Wang Haoyu finished speaking than Gasai Yuno and Mimi Usa simultaneously looked up at him, saying in unison: "So the ending of the story is different from what's displayed on our phones?"
Wang Haoyu nodded: "Of course. What you see is a dynamically changing outcome, while I hold the final decision. If not, why would the gods specifically arrange for you to find me?"
Gasai Yuno clenched her fist: "How can I—"
"This isn't a classroom." Wang Haoyu shrugged and spread his hands. "I can't reveal more. It's better to proceed according to the plot displayed on your phones, and I'll prompt you when necessary."
However, this was purely perfunctory; he had no intention of guiding their next moves.
Out of a final bit of goodwill, Wang Haoyu still warned: "The pawn you placed outside is about to be captured."
Only then did the two realize they had overlooked the updated diary content.
Gasai Yuno immediately called Amano Yukiteru, but it was too late—the young man had already been apprehended by the police.
Wang Haoyu watched the surveillance footage, shaking his head. He could have easily restrained the opponent from the hallway, but this idiot stood rooted to the spot like a wooden stake, as if he were an extra cooperating with the performance.
No, he was an actor specifically sent to be a human shield. If it weren't for Gasai Yuno being a strong damage dealer, he probably would have died at the beginning.
"Now it's your turn to save the day." Wang Haoyu turned to the pink-haired girl in the hospital room.
Gasai Yuno originally wanted to refuse. Giving him a gun in the first place was hoping he'd be hit by a stray bullet in the crossfire, thus conveniently and justifiably freeing herself.
But Wang Haoyu whispered in her ear: "Acting now will benefit you greatly with no harm."
The pink-haired girl bit her lip: "...Alright."
In the corridor, Keigo Kurusu was closing in with a gun. As Amano Yukiteru struggled in vain, a cherry-colored figure suddenly flashed into view. Amidst the gunfire, all the captors fell to the ground.
Mimi Usa gazed at the timer she had set herself, muttering: "Five minutes should be enough. It'll buy time and stay hidden. Even if it doesn't change the outcome, it can at least delay their actions."
She locked the activated device in a metal box, reset the password, and shoved it under the bed. As Mimi Usa followed the escape route to the corridor, the hospital's disinfectant smell was mixed with tension—Amano Yukiteru was being held by the throat by Keigo Kurusu, while Gasai Yuno's fingertips caressed a spherical bomb, like a judge about to crush an ant at any moment.
Suddenly, leather shoes broke the stagnant air. Wang Haoyu's figure cut through the corridor lights, his voice like a dull knife scraping ice: "Mutual destruction? Such an ending is too cheap. Are you truly willing to go to the Yellow Springs together?"
Yuno's eyelashes were still in the shadows. She understood this was Wang Haoyu's usual psychological game, but Keigo Kurusu's gun barrel trembled with rage: "You parasite disrupting the rules of the game! By what right were you given neutral authority by God? You shouldn't even exist!"
The dark muzzle of the gun wavered between Wang Haoyu and Amano Yukiteru, Keigo Kurusu's roar making the emergency lights flicker slightly: "The divine position within your grasp is my son's only chance at life! Since you disdain it—"
Wang Haoyu suddenly landed beside Yuno, his cuff brushing the cold metallic gleam of the bomb in her hand: "You've made a fatal mistake."
"What?"
"If God can heal the sick and save people, why can't he escape reincarnation himself?" Wang Haoyu's index finger gently tapped his temple. "Think about those exorbitantly priced miracle drugs. If you truly want to save your son, you should commit suicide before the divine throne right then and there, instead of fighting for a power that doesn't even exist."
He suddenly stepped half a pace closer, the incandescent light casting spiderweb-like cracks on his glasses: "God chose you precisely because he saw through the poverty of human desires—whether it's the longing for love, or the greed for power."
The fire hydrant glass at the end of the corridor reflected their distorted images. Wang Haoyuunbuttoned his suit, and the truth, unspoken for years, finally broke free.
He coldly watched these people fight tooth and nail for an illusory position. In the end, it was likely nothing would change.
Wang Haoyu thought to himself, these people would know the truth sooner or later, and Keigo Kurusuwas destined not to live past tonight. It was better to lay all cards on the table now.
Sure enough, as soon as he finished speaking, the space around Wang Haoyu began to distort.
"Wang Haoyu, you've crossed the line!"
Wang Haoyu faced the suddenly appearing Deity, looking at the other party's slightly displeased expression, and merely smiled carelessly.
"What's there to care about? He's about to die anyway. Besides, even if I told him, would he believe it?" Wang Haoyu shrugged. "You're too cautious."
"These messages, which should not have been leaked, are divine laws." The Deity sighed helplessly. "However, if he truly is destined to die tonight as you say, I'll make an exception this time. But if he lives..."
"That possibility is meaningless. Even if an accident occurs, I can erase memories."
As he spoke, Wang Haoyu casually summoned a light screen, showing Keigo Kurusu talking to someone. With a light flick of his finger, he drew a strand of glowing white thread from the other person's temple. Keigo Kurusu instantly looked dazed, only regaining clarity moments later, though his eyes seemed slightly hollow.
"This is that memory." Wang Haoyu placed the thread in the Deity's palm. "Now he completely doesn't remember our conversation. As for Amano Yukiteru and Gasai Yuno, they desire to survive more than anyone else and won't blab."
Before he finished speaking, Wang Haoyu snapped his fingers and vanished without a trace.
"He's truly an unfathomable fellow."
The Deity gazed at the thread of memory in his palm, and after a long while, finally let out a sigh as if making a decision.
The standoff in the hospital continued. Although Keigo Kurusu had released Amano Yukiteru and retreated several steps, Gasai Yuno not only didn't put down her weapon but violently tore free from her restraints and lunged madly at Keigo Kurusu!
"Yuno, are you crazy!"
Keigo Kurusu stared in astonishment at Gasai Yuno lunging at him, even though he had already released Amano Yukiteru.
Why did she still want to drag him to mutual destruction?
A blinding white flash passed, and everyone present lost consciousness.
Outside the building, Mimi Usa dusted herself off and said to Xisong: "It seems Amano used that thing."
"What was that exactly...?" Xisong asked, full of confusion.
"Just a flashbang," Mimi Usa said casually. "But the real trick was the bomb I had planted beforehand, to confuse their vision and buy time to escape."
She suddenly grabbed Xisong's wrist and ran. Xisong was surprised and even more puzzled—he was supposed to be the one arresting her.
"Seeing you made me think of a way to break the deadlock!" Mimi Usa's eyes sparkled with excitement.
Meanwhile, in the collapsed ruins.
Amano Yukiteru's first sight upon waking was Gasai Yuno not far away. Just as he was about to crawl over to check on her, a shadow fell over him.
Looking up, Keigo Kurusu, who should have been dead, stood before him.
"Surprised, aren't you?" Keigo Kurusu grabbed Yukiteru's hair and yanked him up fiercely. "If I deal with you before the police arrive, no one will suspect anything."
Fists and feet rained down. Yukiteru glimpsed a firearm in the corner of his eye but froze when he heard Kurusu's sneer: "You don't even have the courage to pull the trigger. Or... are you aiming at Yuno this time?"
Amano Yukiteru turned his head and saw the unconscious Gasai Yuno being controlled by Keigo Kurusu. As he hesitated, Wang Haoyu reappeared beside everyone.
"What's there to be conflicted about?"
Wang Haoyu said with a spectator's mentality: "Kill her, and you won't have to worry about her pestering you anymore. Isn't she protecting you now just so she can monopolize you later?"
"She saved me!"
No sooner had Amano Yukiteru's angry roar faded than the knife in Keigo Kurusu's hand pressed against Gasai Yuno's throat.
"Put down the gun immediately, or I'll cut her throat!"
At this moment, Gasai Yuno slowly opened her eyes, seemingly regaining consciousness.
Meanwhile, Amano Yukiteru could no longer bear the inner torment and secretly pulled out his phone to check its contents.
It wasn't a big deal not to look, but when he did, he trembled all over in shock.
He had actually killed Yuno.
Wang Haoyu also caught a glimpse of the phone's content and sneered: "Since the future diary says you killed her, why are you still hesitating?"
That's right! What was there to hesitate about?
Hadn't he always wanted to get rid of Gasai Yuno?
Wasn't this the best opportunity?
Deal with Yuno here, then take care of Keigo Kurusu.
That way, it would be done without anyone knowing.
He would be free from Gasai Yuno's entanglement forever, even if he were to be killed by others later, what then?
At least not by Gasai's hand!
Just as Amano Yukiteru was indecisive, Keigo Kurusu mocked: "What? Why the long face?"
"It's okay, kill me!" Gasai Yuno seemed to have seen through Amano Yukiteru's thoughts and said firmly, "Do it! At least you'll survive!"
"Are you really going to do this?"
Wang Haoyu threw out a photo, showing Amano Yukiteru and Gasai Yuno in wedding attire. Whether it was this photo that stimulated him, or Gasai Yuno's words that moved him.
Ultimately, Amano Yukiteru made his decision and raised his weapon, aiming it at them.
Keigo Kurusu finally panicked: "Are you really going to kill? Stop it!"
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Amano Yukiteru completely ignored Keigo Kurusu's words, and just as he was about to pull the trigger, everyone's phones simultaneously emitted a piercing electronic noise.
No one checked the updated future diary. Gasai Yuno closed her eyes, quietly awaiting death.
But the anticipated attack did not come. Keigo Kurusu staggered back several steps, not because of a gunshot wound, but because a large gush of blood suddenly burst from his chest. He stared at Amano Yukiteru in disbelief—this was completely different from the fate recorded in the diary.
"I must deal with them here..." Keigo Kurusu's face twisted, "I must become the God of the New World!"
Wang Haoyu watched the man descend into madness with cold eyes, silently thinking: It's time for him to exit.
When Keigo Kurusu aimed his gun again, Masumi Nishijima and Mimi Usa arrived at the scene just in time. "Section Chief!" Nishijima cried out to him heartbrokenly, "Mimi has confessed all your schemes of framing Amano-kun and implicating Gasai-kun."
Keigo Kurusu was stunned for a moment, then suddenly sneered: "You're going to believe this wanted criminal's nonsense?"
Nishijima silently stepped aside. Mimi Usa showed her phone, playing the recording of their conspiracy. As the truth was revealed, Keigo Kurusu's expression completely collapsed.
"What a... beautiful calculation," he laughed hoarsely, "So now what?"
"Your detective authority has been frozen," Mimi Usa shook her phone, which was also flashing red, "The future diary is also invalid."
After confirming his phone's status, Keigo Kurusu suddenly calmed down: "What about my family?"
"The rescue operation went smoothly," Nishijima gripped his weapon, "Section Chief... I must arrest you."
Keigo Kurusu let out a sigh of relief, then suddenly turned to Mimi Usa: "9th, how about one last alliance, at the cost of my life?"
Before she could respond, he violently snapped his phone. Amidst the flying electronic parts, Keigo Kurusu gave Mimi Usa his final entrustment: "Please... take care of that child."
Mimi Usa gazed at Keigo Kurusu before her, her expression uncharacteristically grave.
"I accept."
Keigo Kurusu showed a relieved smile and turned to Amano Yukiteru, saying: "I'm sorry, Yukiteru. Although an apology is useless, please live well, you must live!"
Before he finished speaking, Keigo Kurusu's figure dissipated before their eyes.
Perhaps this long conflict had finally come to an end.
After the incident subsided, Mr. Nishijima assisted Amano Yukiteru and Gasai Yuno in resolving their identity issues.
As an observer, Wang Haoyu noticed that although the outcome was always disappearance, everyone's mental journey when facing choices was entirely different. He suddenly wondered: if Keigo Kurusu had survived and become a god, what would the future be like?
While deep in thought, Wang Haoyu was unaware that the Deity had once again appeared behind him.
"This was quite an interesting experience, don't you think?"
Wang Haoyu casually replied: "It's pretty much the same every time, just more people involved this time."
"I hope you'll be more serious next time. Also, do not touch forbidden domains."
Wang Haoyu raised an eyebrow scornfully: "Your bottom line is meaningless to me. But don't worry, I know when to stop."
"Wait!"
The moment he turned, the Deity pierced his abdomen with lightning speed. After the sharp pain, an overwhelming power surged through his body, followed by a bone-reshaping agony. Wang Haoyufrowned tightly, blood spilling from the corner of his lips.
"I have sealed one-third of my divine power within you. Don't worry, it's not a fatal wound. I understand you don't care for this power," the Deity's voice was cold, "But I've discovered traitors among us, and I must disperse my divine power before they act, to ensure the game can continue to select qualified successors."
Wang Haoyu endured a wave of intense pain and slowly recovered. As the pain subsided, he looked up at the Deity and said coldly: "You're right, I really don't care for your divine power. Because the power flowing within me has long surpassed yours. Since you've given me power, I won't pursue this matter this time. But I'm tired of this game."
"What do you mean?" The Deity clearly panicked.
"You think you can just take the divine power and leave?"
Wang Haoyu sneered: "Why not? Don't forget, as Number 033, I already hold a higher position than you. Participating in the game was merely a pastime; I can withdraw at any time. As for you, since you know who the mole is, why do you still allow them to act so brazenly under your nose?"
The Deity sighed dejectedly: "I'm powerless. I can feel myself about to collapse and dissipate. Stop them before I perish? It's impossible. I am now like the setting sun; they can team up and tear me apart at any moment."
Wang Haoyu understood—this old relic had the intent to kill, but lacked the strength.
The power of deities would eventually wane with time; neither Western gods nor Eastern immortals could escape the fate of decline, let alone this skeletal figure before him.
"I'll do you a favor before I leave," Wang Haoyu pointed around, "Can you see the difference? When I received the divine power just now, I conveniently set up a barrier."
The Deity looked around; an invisible barrier indeed enveloped the surroundings. Although he had already set up defenses against moles, Wang Haoyu's enhancement elevated the protection to another level.
"If you want to help... could you eliminate the mole for me?"
Wang Haoyu flatly shook his head: "Dream on. If I act so easily, other players will immediately notice. It's absolutely not feasible unless it's a life-or-death situation. If you insist on eradicating the mole, I have another method."
"Tell me."
Wang Haoyu lowered his voice: "It's simple—create chaos, then I'll secretly take the mole away. How about it?"
"It seems... you've also identified the target?"
Wang Haoyu's lips curled into a slight smile: "Anyone with eyes can see."
"It's fine if you want to take her, but the timing isn't right. The game isn't over yet; will she go with you?"
Facing the question, Wang Haoyu calmly responded: "If she refuses, then she can only face the predetermined outcome."
Before he finished speaking, he lightly raised his wrist, and the Deity had already vanished without a trace.
Liang Bing quietly watched Wang Haoyu, who was resting with his eyes closed in the battleship's lounge. Just as she thought he had fallen asleep, his eyes suddenly opened.
"Supply status?"
Liang Bing immediately reported: "All supplies have been replenished, including oxygen reserves, enough for subsequent voyages."
Wang Haoyu nodded: "Prepare backup supplies. We depart tonight."
A flash of surprise appeared in Liang Bing's eyes: "Next destination?"
"Return to the origin." This answer moved her.
"Understood, I'll go make arrangements immediately."
After Liang Bing left, Wang Haoyu activated a magic circle and appeared before Gasai Yuno.
"You're leaving now?!" The girl exclaimed excitedly, "The game isn't over yet! We agreed that I would pledge loyalty after winning; what is this now?"
Wang Haoyu frowned impatiently: "Plans are always full of variables. This game has lost its fun; I have the right to terminate it. Either come with me now, or stay and continue your game."
Gasai Yuno's accusations continued, and Wang Haoyu finally grew impatient: "My actions are always free. The promise is still valid, but changing my mind is also my right. You should learn to adapt to circumstances."
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Gasai Yuno, as if possessed, suddenly attacked Wang Haoyu.
Wang Haoyu waved his hand, creating a sealed barrier that instantly trapped her within.
Facing this crazy woman, he was perfectly capable of subduing her, but he didn't want to waste energy on her.
It wouldn't be too late to lift the confinement after he left.
It was only a brief moment; why rush?
While contemplating, he was already standing before Mimi Usa.
"Are we going to discuss the aesthetics of violence again?"
Mimi Usa spoke expressionlessly, clearly accustomed to his sudden appearances and disappearances.
"You really have no sense of humor," Wang Haoyu chuckled softly, "I'm here to invite you."
"Huh?"
Mimi Usa gave him a look as if he were an idiot: "The game is still ongoing; what's gotten into you?"
"I've decided to withdraw from the game," Wang Haoyu said seriously, "I'm asking for your wishes before I leave."
After a moment of silence, Mimi Usa shook her head: "I want to continue the game. Everyone has a mission they must complete."
"That doesn't sound like you."
Wang Haoyu was slightly surprised, finally nodding regretfully: "Very well, I'll leave tonight. Good luck."
Before he finished speaking, his figure vanished like mist.
"A phantom-like eccentric."
Mimi Usa toyed with her prepared weapon, a cold smile playing on her lips: "The game has just entered its climax."
Back on the battleship, Wang Haoyu snapped his fingers.
The confinement barrier was then lifted, but Gasai Yuno remained trapped in her original room.
The furious figure on the monitor screen made him shake his head and smile faintly.
"She was supposed to be a companion..."
He turned to Liang Bing beside him: "The time has come."
Liang Bing suppressed her excitement and responded clearly: "Understood!"
With the roar of engines, the silver battleship sliced through the sky.
Wang Haoyu gazed at the gradually shrinking Planet, his eyes devoid of sorrow or joy.
He already knew the script of the future by heart.
Wang Haoyu stared at the flickering Planet on the quantum light screen.
Is this the domain of Kamen Rider Zero-One?
Interesting!
"I'll spend some time here and help them with some minor issues."
His gaze swept across the Humagear data stream displayed on the screen.
The ship's AI simultaneously projected the destruction records of the mechanical servants.
"So, they were implanted with malicious commands."
Before he finished speaking, a silver summoning ring appeared in the command cabin.
"Liang Bing, man the bridge."
Amidst rippling spatial waves, Wang Haoyu had already stepped into another World.
The Demon Queen chuckled and shook her head—these toys weren't even worthy of making him frown.
"Kill! You shall become the master of the new era!"
The Black-Robed Manipulator was twisting the Humagear's cognitive protocols.
The joyful amusement park instantly transformed into a battlefield.
Just as a silver mechanical arm was about to pierce a lone child—
Buzz!
Nanoscale shockwaves pulverized the mechanical puppet into metallic dust.
"Th-thank you, Uncle..."
"Go find your mom quickly."
As Wang Haoyu gently patted the girl's head, the holographic panel had already locked onto the mastermind.
"Thunderbolt Assault Team, codename 'Jin'—nice to meet you."
He leaned languidly against the wreckage of a spinning ride, twisted mechanical limbs beneath his feet.
The place that should have been filled with laughter now only had electronic eyes flashing red in the ruins.
"This is... an unpleasant greeting," Wang Haoyu kicked away a gear at his feet, "And this'surprise' seems to have been meticulously prepared by you?"
The Intelligence Officer staggered backward, his data terminal flashing wildly with a [Permission Denied] warning.
"Impossible! My encryption protocol..."
Unless Wang Haoyu actively revealed them, no one could peek into his secrets.
"Is your identity very mysterious?"
Wang Haoyu watched Jin with an amused smile.
Before him, any secret was as transparent as public information.
If there had to be a difference, it was that Wang Haoyu had the power of choice—to look or not to look.
"Jin, it's over."
Wang Haoyu fastened the Zero-One Driver to his waist, feeling slightly unfamiliar with using the beltfor the first time.
"Transform!"
"Kamen Rider Zero-One!"
As the transformation sound effect rang out,
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Armor with a blue Base and red patterns instantly covered his entire body.
"The compatibility is excellent."
At this moment, Wang Haoyu had perfectly merged with the zero-one power. This otherworldly strength was both unique and seamlessly integrated with this World.
Jin tried to resist,
but he heard Wang Haoyu say coldly, "It's too late."
Using only ten percent of his strength, Wang Haoyu effortlessly pierced Jin's body.
But Jin's demise was not the end.
The corrupted program was still spreading. As long as they connected to the Thunder Network, Humagear would become killing machines.
At this moment, nearly a hundred Humagear inside the amusement park had completed the program.
Agent Captain Fuwa Isamu of "A.I.M.S." was currently engaged in a bitter fight with Hiden Isamu.
The number of enemies they faced far exceeded their expectations.
In the past, individual Humagear would run rampant, but now they had to fight an entire legion.
Their existing weapons could only cause minor damage and were fundamentally unable to completely eliminate the enemy.
"The situation is getting worse and worse!" Cold sweat beaded on Hiden Isamu's forehead.
"We can only try our best to delay them..." Fuwa Isamu's hand, gripping his firearm, trembled slightly.
Dense laser beams continuously struck them.
The Humagear legion pressed closer with every attack.
The mechanical sounds rose and fell across the battlefield:
"Destroy! Destroy! Destroy!"
The chilling electronic sound converged into a suffocating sonic wave.
Fuwa Isamu and Hiden Isamu were trapped inside the amusement park's pirate ship.
"We are completely cornered now."
Hiden Isamu didn't know who to ask for help. At this moment, no one could withstand the out-of-control Humagear. Both of them were prepared to sacrifice themselves.
Just then—
"Bang! Bang! Bang! Bang! Bang!"
They looked up and saw Wang Haoyu floating in mid-air, holding guns in both hands. Every shot accurately destroyed a Humagear.
How could anyone shoot with such precision? Furthermore, the weapon in his hands was capable of an instant kill! Even if the weapon possessed such power, the physical burden on the user must be immense.
"Just how strong is this guy?!" Hiden Isamu exclaimed softly.
The power of the weapon operator must surpass that of the weapon itself. While advanced equipment can greatly enhance power, it also causes a fiercer backlash to the user. Thus, there is an unwritten iron rule in the Kamen Rider World—only those who can control the weapon or summoner are qualified to use it!
Wang Haoyu stood suspended, manipulating the magnetic field power. Although the Humagear could leap using their power systems, they could never reach his altitude. The mechanical army on the ground was like ants, allowing him to harvest them.
"The game should end now," Wang Haoyu said softly.
"Vanish."
Before his voice faded, a torrent of violent energy blasted towards the ground.
"This is... a Power Wave!" Fuwa Isamu's pupils shook violently.
The Power Wave is an extremely rare ultimate weapon, and no one has been able to control it at will until now. Its destructive power is simply incalculable! Yet the man in the air released the Power Waveso effortlessly.
"His strength... is beyond the detection range." Hiden Isamu's monitor completely failed. Perhaps only the highest-level instruments at headquarters were qualified to measure such an existence... The devastating ripple swept across the battlefield, and all Humagear instantly shattered.
The sound of tearing metal and explosions converged into an overture of the apocalypse, leaving hundreds of mechanical wrecks scattered across the ground.
When the last of the dust settled, Wang Haoyu landed gracefully.
"The power... is still not perfect."
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Wang Haoyu casually fiddled with the Zero-One Driver, and his light remark nearly made Fuwa Isamudrop his jaw.
Such astonishing combat power... and there's still room for growth!??
If he continues to improve, what terrifying realm will he reach?
Wang Haoyu didn't care about saving them; he simply wanted to test the feeling of using his own power to control the Zero-One Driver.
Having finished his experiment, he turned to leave.
"Please wait," Hiden Isamu quickly chased after him.
Wang Haoyu stopped and looked back.
His face was obscured while in the armored form.
Now, they finally saw his true appearance.
Unexpectedly... he was so handsome!
Fortunately, she was a well-trained Agent, and her momentary lapse was quickly controlled.
But this subtle change did not escape Wang Haoyu's eyes.
It was replaced by a look full of respect.
"May I ask about your background?"
The moment the words left her mouth, Hiden Isamu regretted it; the question was too abrupt.
After all, the other party had just saved them.
She quickly added, "Currently, Humagear are being controlled by an unknown force. Robots that once served humanity now view humans as enemies. Although we at A.I.M.S. are doing our best to eliminate the rampaging Humagear, our strength is limited. Having witnessed your power, we hope to cooperate with you."
She waited nervously for a reply.
Wang Haoyu already knew the details of the two of them.
However, he was waiting for them to actively reveal their identities.
Fuwa Isamu maintained his aloof demeanor.
But the oppressive feeling emanating from Wang Haoyu made it hard for him to breathe.
"We are A.I.M.S. Agents. I am Captain Fuwa Isamu. We sincerely invite you to assist us in investigating the source of the Humagear rampage."
Fuwa Isamu's tone was very sincere.
"Lead the way."
Since he had arrived in this World, Wang Haoyu intended to personally establish the new rules!
He would completely overturn the existing order!
Hiden Isamu was overjoyed when he agreed.
"I am A.I.M.S. Agent Hiden Isamu."
"Wang Haoyu."
He responded calmly.
This name is destined to go down in history.
A.I.M.S.'s dedicated vehicle was already waiting.
Wang Haoyu's warship performance far surpassed that of ordinary military vessels by thousands of times.
In this World, the exclusive vehicle of the Artificial Intelligence Agent organization, "A.I.M.S.," was considered the fastest.
Thirty minutes later, Wang Haoyu successfully arrived at the Headquarters Base.
Hiden Isamu gently reminded him, "Mr. Wang Haoyu, we have arrived."
Although the headquarters was discreetly located, it could not escape satellite monitoring.
Once locked onto by a satellite, no one's actions could be hidden.
Wang Haoyu shook his head dismissively; these monitoring devices were obsolete in his eyes.
Just as he stepped into the hall, he heard Dr. Selena's urgent cry:
"Crap! We've been locked on again!"
Dangerous red dots flashed on the holographic screen.
Selena immediately directed her team members to activate the emergency protocol.
"Dr., my defense line is about to collapse."
"Satellite No. 3 has locked onto my position."
"The perimeter defense net of the Base is disintegrating!"
Selena's expression was grave.
Although they had faced multiple attacks, this time they hadn't even identified the true identity of the opponent.
If the final defense line was breached, A.I.M.S. would be completely defeated.
Fuwa Isamu sensed the severity of the situation:
"Selena, is the situation really that bad?"
The monitoring data continued to soar.
"Extremely bad, Captain Fuwa. I've never seen this level of attack. Was your mission successful?"
Fuwa Isamu said gravely, "We encountered an exceptionally powerful gentleman. If not for his assistance, Hiden Isamu and I might have perished out there."
"Such a thing happened?" Having worked together for many years, Selena knew that Fuwa Isamu never gave up easily.
The battle situation was urgent, leaving her no time to ponder.
"These abnormal data points are beyond my processing capacity."
Sweat beaded on Selena's forehead.
"Dr.! The third protective barrier has been breached, and the final defense line is disintegrating!"
The technician's warning caused her pupils to contract sharply.
How was this possible? Even if the enemy was powerful, they shouldn't possess such terrifying breakthrough speed.
A.I.M.S.'s proud four-layer protection system had crumbled in an instant.
When the last firewall collapsed, the enemy didn't even need to send a single soldier; they could instantly destroy a satellite through remote control alone!
Selena could barely stand, her legs turning weak. The woman who was usually decisive was now flustered.
"We must immediately report to the highest authority at headquarters! And then—"
"It's too late." A calm voice interrupted her, "Avoiding radar scans is simple. You just need to synchronize your speed with the opponent's and enter a silent state."
Selena had no choice but to issue the command: "Do as this gentleman says."
"Yes!"
The system interface quickly switched to silent mode. This was a dynamic stillness technique, where the Base captured information via external space radar and satellites. Of course, this equipment was not exclusive to A.I.M.S.
In conventional tactical thinking, radar and satellites form a complementary offense and defense. However—
"Dr., the data indicators have dropped!"
"Successfully avoided enemy scanning!"
Wang Haoyu's solution simultaneously resolved two major crises.
"This..." Hiden Isamu hesitated to speak.
Wang Haoyu was now leaning lazily back in a chair, resting his eyes: "When your equipment matches the opponent's speed, the system mistakenly identifies it as its own component, naturally failing to trigger an attack."
Selena's pupils contracted—this kind of reverse-thinking operation was simply unbelievable!
"There's also the firewall issue," Wang Haoyu continued. "The Base being located on the ground is a fatal flaw. Since external energy is needed, the headquarters should have been built in the stratosphere."
Selena looked at this stranger in shock. As a Dr. hired by A.I.M.S. with a hefty salary, she had never encountered such a profound individual.
Fuwa Isamu introduced him at the opportune moment: "This is Mr. Wang Haoyu, our savior."
Just then, the monitor reported loudly: "Dr.! The enemy has exited the firewall!"
"Immediately initiate the repair program!" Selena decided instantly. Repair work required accessing the satellite database, but right now, she was more concerned with the terrifying strength displayed by the mysterious man.
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With the satellite currently in sleep mode, they couldn't access big data resources.
"Dr., we can only reconstruct the firewall system through code now."
This task was too heavy.
If they used programming to repair it, fully constructing the three-layer firewall system was estimated to take six months.
There was simply not enough time.
"Mr. Wang Haoyu, could you assist us with this task?"
Hiden Isamu had no choice.
The only person who could solve this problem right now was Wang Haoyu!
"I can help, but there's no such thing as a free lunch."
"What are your conditions, Mr. Wang Haoyu?"
"We'll discuss it later. Consider yourselves owing me for now."
Wang Haoyu said lightly, tapping the keyboard a few times.
"It's done."
Selena was still in a state of shock.
Fuwa Isamu never expected Wang Haoyu's efficiency to be so astonishing!
It had ended right after it began!
"It's... finished?!"
Hiden Isamu was full of disbelief; this was completely illogical... Wang Haoyu glanced at Hiden Isamuand said faintly, "The problem you encountered can be solved simply by implanting new code."
He spoke lightly.
But implanting new code not only requires logical calculation but also needs to ensure that the running data remains unaffected.
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Even the chief expert of the Artificial Intelligence Special Service Agency, "A.I.M.S.", could not reach this level.
This requires complete control over the entire "A.I.M.S." system's thought logic.
Every link must be perfectly connected.
Even the creator of the original code would find it difficult to complete such an operation in such a short time.
The risk factor is simply too high!
"Mr. Wang Haoyu is truly a genius; it is our fortune to meet you today. Now I finally understand why Fuwa Isamu respects you so much!"
Initially, Selena had doubts about Wang Haoyu's strength, but now she understood that he didn't need to pretend at all.
Because Wang Haoyu's power is beyond doubt!
He indeed has the capital of this strength!
"Do you know what problem you most urgently need to solve right now?"
Wang Haoyu asked seriously.
Such cyberattacks will continue to occur; only by thoroughly solving the root problem can subsequent threats be avoided.
But!
With the current strength of the Artificial Intelligence Special Service Agency "A.I.M.S.", this is simply impossible.
"Mr. Wang Haoyu, we understand the problem you mentioned, it's just..."
Selena paused for a moment.
Actually, Wang Haoyu had helped them a great deal, and she should have told him honestly, but the strength of "A.I.M.S." was a classified mission.
Wang Haoyu, however, had already seen through everything.
"Inconvenient to say?"
Wang Haoyu stood up and tapped a few keys on the keyboard.
The screen immediately switched displays.
Hiden Isamu stared at the display screen—it was actually "A.I.M.S.'s" most confidential satellite data.
These core data normally required a key to access.
Wang Haoyu just ** it casually.
He proved with his actions: the secrets they guarded were worthless in his eyes.
"Mr. Wang Haoyu, please forgive my offense." Selena quickly apologized.
Those who come into contact with classified information must remain silent; this is an ironclad rule.
Wang Haoyu didn't mind.
He waited quietly for what came next.
"With our current capabilities, building an aerial Base would take at least ten years."
Wang Haoyu possesses countless invisible aerial Bases; their entrances only appear when in use.
"I can give you one."
"You... want to give us an aerial Base?"
After witnessing his methods, Selena no longer doubted the truth of his words, but she couldn't believe her ears.
An invisible aerial Base means absolute defense.
"That's right, the enemy will be unable to lock onto a target for attack."
Wang Haoyu said it lightly.
At this moment, no weapon could pose a threat.
Wang Haoyu is an exception!
"I have plenty of this kind of thing."
As he spoke, he pulled a mirror-like object from his pocket.
This was the access key,
The only credential to the aerial Base.
Wang Haoyu skillfully entered commands into the control area.
"Please give your command, Master."
..."Identity verification passed, welcome back!"
As the mechanical sound rang out, a swirling blue spatial vortex suddenly unfolded before their eyes.
"Follow me."
Wang Haoyu stepped into the light curtain without looking back, with the three behind him following closely.
The transfer pod was like a suspended silver shuttle,
Achieving energy resonance by relying on the near-Earth orbit satellite constellation.
Fuwa Isamu touched the cabin wall and exclaimed:
"This anti-gravity transfer pod! The physical sensation is even more pleasant than soaking in a hot spring!"
The most advanced fighter jet G-suits today can only withstand 11G,
Ordinary people would faint under 2G load,
And at 6G, blood would flow backward.
But this transfer pod's 20G acceleration,
Is at least three centuries ahead of human technology.
"Arrived."
[Backup QQ group Ba Jiu ③ Jiu (Liu) Si Si Li Ling]
The moment the cabin door slid open,
Selena's pupils reflected an entire moon-white wall—
The cold light of high-titanium alloy poured down like a waterfall,
The refining ratio of this rare material,
Is equivalent to extracting a pocket watch-sized crystal from a ton of gold ore.
"Authentication Passed"
"Opening ** Hall Soon"
An embedded holographic projection appeared on the cabin ceiling,
Lightly touching it could plan the transfer coordinates.
When the full view of the circular hall unfolded,
Thousands of mechanical units floated beneath the dome,
Electronic sounds echoed in the corridors, rising and falling:
"Longing index 1000%! Master!"
"Heartbeat module overloaded! Master!"
"Energy core heating up due to longing! Master!"
A mechanical chorus blossomed with their every step.
Coupled with their lively expressions, they were exactly like Zhenren (Immortal)!
"This space station can completely meet your needs!"
This isn't just enough; it's a dream come true!
But!
There's no such thing as a free lunch in this World!
"The person in charge of the Artificial Intelligence Special Service Agency A.I.M.S. must have already received the news."
Wang Haoyu looked at the time displayed on his wristband.
"No, no, Mr. Wang Haoyu, we haven't reported this to the Officer yet."
Hiden Isamu was afraid Wang Haoyu would misunderstand that they were there to steal secrets.
Fuwa Isamu quickly added: "Mr. Wang Haoyu, you saved my life and Hiden Isamu's life; we would never do such a thing..."
Wang Haoyu directly interrupted: "A.I.M.S. equips every Agent with **."
This device can locate members in real-time.
Of course, this is entirely for safety considerations!
Wang Haoyu could completely block their signals, but he chose.
He wanted the other party to know about this.
Because!
He needed to meet the supreme Commander of A.I.M.S.
"Dr. Selena should understand my intention."
Selena picked up her dedicated communicator.
In a space station, it's different from the ground.
It needs to connect to the space station's exclusive satellite to ensure stable communication.
"Selena, why are you showing up at high altitude?"
The Commander's first sentence was asking about their location.
A holographic projection immediately unfolded in mid-air.
This is the latest human image transmission technology.
"Officer, we are in a space station." Selena stated the truth.
"What?!"
The Commander's figure visibly shook.
"Did I mishear, or did you mispeak? Currently, no country in the World can ** build a complete space station..."
Fuwa Isamu eagerly introduced: "Officer, this space station belongs to Mr. Wang Haoyu. We encountered hundreds of Humagears and a Base crisis during our mission, and it was all thanks to Mr. Wang Haoyu that we averted danger!"
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Fuwa Isamu briefly reported the course of events.
The series of astonishing news made even the well-informed leader deeply moved.
"Mr. Wang Haoyu, I am Kraft, the head of the 'A.I.M.S.' Artificial Intelligence Special Service Agency." The white-haired Kraft was amiable and kind, no wonder Fuwa Isamu interrupted his speech.
"Hello, Mr. Kraft." Wang Haoyu displayed gentlemanly demeanor.
As the head of an intelligence agency, Kraft was completely unaware of the existence of an elite figure like Wang Haoyu in the World.
"Regarding your ownership of a private space station, I suggest not making it public. Various parties are currently vying for space station technology, but no organization has successfully developed it yet. As the head of A.I.M.S., I promise to keep your secret." Kraft sincerely reminded him.
Wang Haoyu smiled: "It seems my choice was not wrong. Allow me to reintroduce myself—I am Wang Haoyu, the leader of the Alliance Organization, and I have come specifically to solve your problems."
The two characters "Alliance" (Zhonghe) in the Kamen Rider Zero-One World represent supreme authority, to which everyone must bow.
Kraft immediately stood up and saluted: "So it is Your Excellency, the Alliance Leader. My apologies for the previous oversight."
"No need for formalities. The problem has been solved, and the solution has been sent to your email." Wang Haoyu said concisely.
The email contained a detailed analysis of the tampered Humagear data. Wang Haoyu added: "I have already clashed with the Thunder Organization and defeated Kamen Rider Jin."
The clues Kraft had only pointed to a mysterious organization named "Xunlei." But the intelligence provided by Wang Haoyu fully revealed the true face of the organization—
The Thunder Organization is composed of four Kamen Riders: Horobi, Naki, Jin, and Ikazuchi. They control Humagears through a special satellite, and their source of power is this artificial satellite. Now, this fatal weakness has been completely grasped by Wang Haoyu.
"Hiden Group Chairman Shinnosuke has officially announced his resignation."
Hiden Group was a Humagear research and development center founded by Shinnosuke. The original intention of Humagears was to provide better services for humans, not to be hostile towards them.
For decades, Humagears and humans have maintained a peaceful coexistence. But in the past month, Humagears began to attack humans on a large scale, causing public panic.
Shinnosuke confirmed in his statement that he would officially resign tomorrow.
"The Thunder Organization, by hacking into Hiden Group's dedicated satellite, tampered with data, causing Humagears to attack humans."
"To end this crisis, the satellite system used by Hiden Group to control Humagears must be destroyed."
This is the root cause of the Thunder Organization's rampant activity.
Humagears are now deeply integrated into human society. Rashly destroying the satellite would inevitably have immeasurable impacts on human life. At the same time, Hiden Group also symbolizes the direction of technological development.
The four modified humans known as "Kamen Rider Horobi," "Kamen Rider Naki," "Kamen Rider Jin," and "Kamen Rider Ikazuchi" gain power by manipulating the satellite, and thereby dominate Humagears.
No one dared to act easily.
"Frankly, at present, we can only passively respond to crises that have already occurred." Kraft looked ashamed. As for how to thoroughly solve the problem, he had no clue.
Wang Haoyu lightly tapped the table: "This is Xunlei's advantage, and also their soft spot."
"Mr. Wang Haoyu, what do you mean by that?" Kraft vaguely felt that the person in front of him held a solution to break the deadlock.
"Since they rely on Hiden Group's satellite, we only need the satellite parameters." This would undoubtedly cut off the crisis at its source.
"But satellite data is jointly designed by many scientists; if the parameters are tampered with, the consequences will be..." Kraft hesitated.
Wang Haoyu picked up the conversation: "That would be equivalent to us personally destroying Humagears, no different from Xunlei's actions. However, at least most Humagears are still serving humans. We just need to promptly eliminate abnormal individuals to minimize risks."
His tone was calm, yet every word carried immense weight.
"You are absolutely right." Kraft no longer had time to inquire why Wang Haoyu knew these secrets. At this moment, only admiration filled his heart.
"Tomorrow morning, I will attend the Hiden Group Chairman's resignation ceremony."
"All members of the A.I.M.S. Artificial Intelligence Special Task Force are at Wang Haoyu's disposal at any time."
As long as he could ** the current predicament, Kraft was even willing to go in person.
"Others are not needed; just these three are enough."
Bringing more people would only get in the way.
Wang Haoyu could handle it alone.
He just didn't want to deal with trivial matters.
Afterward, Kraft asked a few technical questions, which Wang Haoyu answered one by one with ease.
This made Kraft genuinely praise him.
"Mr. Wang Haoyu's strength and foresight are truly admirable!"
The next morning.
"Mr. Wang Haoyu, it's time to depart."
Selena glanced at the time and reminded him softly.
Wang Haoyu selected a few portable weapons from the space station's armory.
Although the firearm designs were simple.
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but its Power was not diminished in the slightest.
"This... could it be the Satellite Rider Gun?!"
Fuwa Isamu could not hide his shock.
The Satellite Rider Gun is divided into tiers: Tier One is used for conventional combat.
Tier Two enhances range and rate of fire.
Tier Three specializes in long-range targeting, connecting to satellites to lock onto any global target for precise strikes.
Fuwa Isamu habitually used the Tier One Satellite Gun.
Yet the Satellite Gun Wang Haoyu produced was the Tier Three model.
"Take it for now, it might come in handy."
Wang Haoyu spoke subtly.
Since they were under his command, their equipment naturally couldn't be poor.
Fuwa Isamu was a seasoned weapon enthusiast.
"Are these guns... really for us?"
Wang Haoyu casually tossed them over, and Fuwa Isamu caught them steadily.
These weapons were merely ordinary objects in Wang Haoyu's eyes.
The most crucial point is that the Tier Three Satellite Gun requires no reloading; it uses satellite electromagnetic waves for direct operation.
It also possesses all the advantages of the Tier Two gun.
When Wang Haoyu led hundreds of Humagear into intense battle, he activated the highest level ZEA satellite system.
After completing all deployments, the team immediately headed toward Hiden Group.
From the Space Station directly to the surface reception area, they achieved instantaneous teleportation via the Radio Wave Ring.
"I thought we would arrive at the Base first."
Yaiba Yua looked around, slightly surprised.
Although they lacked understanding of Wang Haoyu's true strength, everyone firmly believed in his stance.
"This is the closest access point to Hiden Group."
Selena called up the holographic data and reported.
Hiden Group headquarters is located in the core commercial district of Fiden City, gathering the World's top satellite system experts.
It is precisely because of this that the Humagear control loss incident has yet to be completely resolved.
However, the intricate plan of the Thunder Organization was ultimately completely dismantled due to Wang Haoyu's intervention.
"Chairman Shinnosuke's resignation ceremony will be broadcast globally exactly at nine o'clock."
The giant LED screen atop the group's skyscraper was continuously broadcasting Shinnosuke's departure statement.
Speculation regarding the successor had already fermented across the entire network, becoming the focus of major media outlets.
"Mr. Wang Haoyu, shall we enter the venue now?"
Selena quietly awaited instructions.
"Move out."
Only fifteen minutes remained until the ceremony began.
Celebrities gathered inside the venue, and cameras focused on prominent figures from all sectors.
No one noticed Wang Haoyu's party quietly entering—they chose the most secluded viewing position.
"The successor's identity hasn't been disclosed yet. How should we announce it later?"
"The Chairman has his own considerations."
"But theoretically, Wato is the most reasonable choice..."
Staff members were quietly discussing the subtle relationship between Shinnosuke and Wato.
Shinnosuke had sealed the successor information so tightly that even the core management knew nothing.
Strictly speaking, Hiden Aruto and Shinnosuke had no familial relationship, but Shinnosuke always selflessly cared for Wato, not only providing financial aid but also arranging important positions for him.
In the eyes of the public, Shinnosuke was known for being upright and never abusing his Power for personal gain. Wato was the sole exception; Shinnosuke showed him boundless care. This special treatment naturally sparked speculation—Wato might very well become the next leader of the Group.
The abdication ceremony started as scheduled. Izu, Shinnosuke's most trusted Humagear assistant, remained by his side. This intelligent robot, personally created by Shinnosuke, completely changed the public's perception of Humagear due to her outstanding performance, becoming a symbolic model of human-machine cooperation.
"We will now officially reveal the successor's identity." The host held an encrypted file facing the entire audience. "This top-secret file requires biometric key unlocking."
The decryption process took only five seconds. When the name "Wang Haoyu" appeared on the large screen, the venue instantly erupted in an uproar. This unexpected decision was actually Shinnosuke's key strategy to save the Group from crisis—in his heart, only Wang Haoyu had the ability to turn the tide.
Fuwa Isamu, Selena, and Yaiba Yua simultaneously turned their gazes toward Wang Haoyu. This sudden appointment completely disrupted their original investigation plan, yet unexpectedly opened up new avenues for inquiry.
"May I ask if Chairman Wang Haoyu is present?" The host inquired, looking around, as no one present recognized the true appearance of this mysterious successor.
Wang Haoyu crossed his arms over his chest and calmly surveyed the venue.
The venue fell silent for a moment, then immediately erupted into an even greater uproar.
[Wang Haoyu stood up].
Countless camera flashes immediately focused on Wang Haoyu. He raised his hand, signaling everyone to quiet down.
"I conducted a comprehensive investigation of the Technology Department." Wang Haoyu's voice was calm. "To outsiders, perhaps the Humagear suddenly 'awakened' self-awareness. But in reality..."
He paused for a moment, lightly tapping his fingertips on the main stage.
"Someone is using Quantum Keys to inject malicious code into certain Humagear via satellite links."
Discussion immediately rose and fell among the audience. A financial reporter suddenly stood up: "Mr. Wang! Does this mean your first decision will be to recall all sold Humagear?"
The corner of Wang Haoyu's mouth curled up, revealing a meaningful smile.
"Quite the opposite. I need them to stay exactly where they are."
He turned to the large screen and brought up a set of three-dimensional data models.
"Just like a mousetrap needs bait." Wang Haoyu pointed to the constantly flashing red dots. "These compromised individuals are helping us locate the real threat."
The entire venue was silent. Shinnosuke nodded slightly from the back row, showing a look of relief.
Suddenly, an alarm pierced the silence. Wang Haoyu's personal terminal projected an emergency communication:
[Abnormal Data Stream Detected Location Confirmed Action Team Dispatched]
Wang Haoyu closed the projection and spoke his final sentence into the microphone:
"The game has begun."
Rumors claimed that Humagear harmed humans because they developed self-awareness, but in reality, their programs were merely tampered with by hackers.
Wang Haoyu specifically clarified this point to tell everyone that Humagear do not possess self-awareness; they are being controlled by others.
"One final key finding: I have identified the problem with the satellite code. We will fix it at the source, conducting a comprehensive upgrade of the Humagear satellite system within a week. I will personally oversee this project."
This was work that former Chairman Shinnosuke had never dared to attempt.
New Chairman Wang Haoyu not only completed the rescue mission but also advanced all three major projects that the previous three chairmen had been afraid to implement. This made Shinnosuke even more certain that his choice was correct.
Just as Wang Haoyu was preparing to leave, hundreds of Humagear with red eyes suddenly appeared (their eyes are normally green)—they had clearly been controlled by intruders.
"Their movements are a bit slower than expected," Wang Haoyu murmured to himself.
He had arranged for Yaiba Yua, Fuwa Isamu, and Selena to be present with weapons specifically to handle this situation.
Kamen Rider Jin had been completely controlled, and Kamen Rider Ikazuchi, who had the deepest relationship with him, must be lurking in the shadows. Ikazuchi could not possibly miss such an important occasion.
"Yaiba Yua, protect the public. Fuwa Isamu, scout and locate Kamen Rider Ikazuchi. Selena, escort Mr. Shinnosuke to safety." Wang Haoyu calmly issued the orders.
The compromised Humagear were programmed to make the former chairman their primary target.
The dedicated ZEA satellite only launches precise strikes against Humagear.
The "whoosh-whoosh" sound of shooting was incessant.
The Tier Three Satellite Gun in Fuwa Isamu's hand remained continuously activated, filling him with excitement: "It's been a long time since I fought so freely."
This handy weapon could perfectly bear the special Power granted by Wang Haoyu, adjusting its might based on the user's strength, but the energy intensity always maintained a fixed threshold, never weakening due to the user's personal condition.
Fuwa Isamu craved battle deep down, but in the past, he was limited by his own lack of strength and the Inferior performance of his weapons. Now, holding the specialized Satellite Gun, he had tasted the feeling of overwhelming Power.
"You were lucky to escape last time, but there will be no such luck this time."
After continuous sweeping fire, there were few Humagear left in the venue; most survivors were defective models with broken arms or limps, having essentially lost their combat capability.
Wang Haoyu suddenly caught a point of reflection on the rooftop.
"Kamen Rider Ikazuchi, if it were me, I would never choose that kind of hiding spot."
"Kamen Rider Zero-One, Henshin (Transform)!"
He pulled out the zero-one driver and completed the fusion with the armor amid the stirring sound effects.
"Impossible! How are you a Kamen Rider too?"
Kamen Rider Ikazuchi's shocked cry completely exposed his location. Fuwa Isamu seized the opening and launched a fierce offensive, forcing the opponent to jump in front of Wang Haoyu to evade.
"You're a decent opponent... but where did that belt come from?" Ikazuchi questioned sharply. "Kamen Rider Power originates from the satellites. There should only be four Riders in the World—Metsu, Jin, Ikazuchi, and Tho. Jin was killed by you, leaving three now. Which faction do you belong to?"
Wang Haoyu used his pinky finger to pick his ear.
"Hasn't anyone told you that talking too much is annoying?"
His transformation system didn't rely on satellites at all, making any external attack ineffective. Seeing Wang Haoyu silent, Ikazuchi mistakenly thought he was wavering.
"Join us! Even though you killed Jin, as fellow Kamen Riders, why side with weak humans? We can control the Humagear together." Ikazuchi's voice grew increasingly fanatical. "Think about it! Becoming the King of the New World is far better than being the Chairman of Hiden Group!"
At this moment, Wang Haoyu suddenly retorted: "Do you know the biggest difference between you and Jin?"
Ikazuchi shook his head subconsciously. How could he possibly understand—
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"Your most fundamental difference is that he didn't talk this much before he died!"
The metallic faceplate of Kamen Rider Ikazuchi reflected a cold light of terror. The unknown model weapon in Wang Haoyu's hand flowed with an unusual luster—it was neither satellite energy nor any known Power system.
"Farewell."
The shriek of the energy beam tearing through the air overlapped with the roar of armor shattering. Ikazuchi's body disintegrated into data fragments in the explosion. Simultaneously, Fuwa Isamu and Yaiba Yua's tactical armor was covered in mechanical debris, and the last Humagear collapsed under the Particle Cannon.
"Cleanup complete." Wang Haoyu shook off non-existent smoke from his weapon. The holographic projection of the Hiden Building relit, and the guests who had fled in panic were being guided back to the venue by security automatons. Former Chairman Shinnosuke stood quietly in the corner; his name tag had been switched to that of an ordinary attendee.
"Allowing humanity and AI to evolve together was Hiden's original intention." Wang Haoyu's voice gained a metallic texture through the venue's holographic speakers. "You have all witnessed that any system vulnerability will be instantly corrected." A tactical projection replayed the battle footage, specifically magnifying the detail that the Protective Force Field remained intact.
The lighting effects in the venue suddenly focused on the Podium. Izu's Bio-Synthetic Skin displayed a pearlescent texture under the spotlight. The legendary secretary's iris scanning device was performing 2,000 match verifications per second against Wang Haoyu's retina.
"I am Izu, the Chairman's Secretary." Her vocal organs simulated a perfectly appropriate warmth, and blue sparks flew when the quantum sensors on her finger joints touched Wang Haoyu. "Based on the Object Recognition Protocol, I can complete the master-servant authentication through a dual binding of touch and sight."
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For the first time, the guests clearly saw the rumored complete Humagear—the curve of her eyelashes differed from a real human's by only 0.01 millimeters, and the simulated pulse frequency of her neck artery perfectly replicated biological rhythms. Most astonishingly, when Wang Haoyu displayed the firewall on the back of her neck, the flowing encrypted code was precisely the core barrier against Thunderbolt's intrusion.
"Verification passed. Itinerary automatically generated for you."
Izu possesses an intelligent system capable of simulating human thought patterns.
Of course, her core design is always to serve humanity.
"Izu, I look forward to our cooperation."
She is not only the administrative assistant to the Hiden Group's chairman but also represents the special existence of the Humagear.
Wang Wei, as the group's helmsman, also symbolizes a representative of human civilization.
When their hands met, it was not only a courtesy between two individuals but also a historic contact between humanoid intelligence and human 0043.
Wang Wei proved through his actions that humans and Humagears can coexist harmoniously.
The important shareholders of the board of directors all expressed their approval of this decision.
"The younger generation is formidable!"
"Completely exceeded expectations!"
From the outbreak of the crisis to its complete resolution, Wang Wei demonstrated perfect handling capabilities.
This finally put the minds of the previously doubtful investors at ease.
Entrusting the future of the group and Humagears to such an outstanding leader is truly what the people desire!
In the subsequent meeting, Wang Wei elaborated on the development plan and made a solemn commitment to the public.
As night enveloped the city.
Selena visited the chairman's office.
"Mr. Wang Wei, may I take some of your time?"
The usually composed Selena would never easily ask for help from others unless faced with a major change.
"Please speak."
Wang Wei closed his laptop.
At the same time, he motioned for the visitor to take a seat.
But Selena kept hesitating, as if she had something more to say.
"Has something unusual happened?"
Wang Wei proactively asked.
After an intense internal struggle, Selena finally decided to confess the truth.
"It's about Fuwa Isamu."
Upon hearing this, Wang Wei immediately understood her intention.
In today's operation against the out-of-control Humagears, Fuwa Isamu's exceptionally aggressive combat style drew attention; the hostility he showed towards Humagears was not conventional, but rather a nearly destructive hatred.
In fact, Wang Wei had previously thoroughly investigated the backgrounds of Fuwa Isamu, Selena, and Yaiba Yua.
Born into a working-class family, Fuwa Isamu originally had a happy family, albeit financially strapped but warm and fulfilling, until one day his parents' lives were taken by a maliciously reprogrammed Humagear.
This unforgettable blood feud was the fundamental reason he refused to accept Humagears.
Currently, Fuwa Isamu is in charge of Wang Haoyu's affairs, and Wang Haoyu's identity is the chairman of Cyberma Machinery Group.
As a Dr., Selena's thinking is naturally more forward-looking, and she reminded the chairman: "If even your closest assistant cannot agree with Cyberma's philosophy, this might have an adverse impact on you."
Wang Haoyu casually picked up a white porcelain teacup, but poured coffee into it. "A vessel is ultimately a vessel," he said, swirling the liquid in the cup, "whether it holds clear tea or coffee, its essence remains unchanged."
Fuwa Isamu's human essence cannot change, and Cyberma Machinery did indeed harm his parents—but that was merely an extreme case after illegal reprogramming. Wang Haoyu handed the coffee-stained teacup to Selena, smiling meaningfully.
"Now I finally understand," Selena said, taking the teacup with both hands, enlightened, "why the former chairman chose you as his successor." This insight and composure in the face of change are the most valuable qualities of a leader.
Wang Haoyu timely handed over an encrypted document. Complex parameter matrices formed a natural confidentiality barrier, whose mysteries only professional researchers could decipher. "This is the satellite system's"
"How do you need me to cooperate?" Selena asked solemnly. At this moment, she was completely convinced; for researchers, only true strength and wisdom can conquer them. This kind of intellectual battle is no less exciting than real-world confrontations.
Hiden Intelligence Group Research Institute has a total of 143 employees, 13 of whom are involved in this specialized field. Tomorrow, we will go to the institute to conduct specialized training for these 13 people, and you will be responsible for the training task.
Hiden Group operates a Research Institute, officially named the Hiden Intelligence Group Research Institute. As the world's largest scientific research institution, it gathers top scientific research resources coveted by countless scientific researchers.
Just by the number of new hires, one can see that the threshold for entering this research institute is extremely high.
"Understood."
Wang Haoyu was not in a hurry to push this matter forward, believing that relevant personnel should be given ample space for consideration.
After all, future satellite maintenance work would ultimately be handled by these researchers, and he couldn't do everything himself. If every task required his assistance, then cultivating professional talents would lose its meaning.
Conducting systematic training is undoubtedly the best choice... Hiden Intelligence Group Research Institute Main Building Lobby.
"Chairman Wang Haoyu!"
Greetings rose one after another, and all researchers who met Wang Haoyu respectfully saluted him. Everyone in the research institute already knew about the arrival of the group's new helmsman.
Wang Haoyu went directly to the conference room on the second floor. This 19-story research institute building has a satellite launch control center on the top floor.
At this time, one person was still absent from the meeting.
The other 13 attendees originally thought Wang Haoyu's visit was just a routine inspection, but then they discovered... "The actual strength of Hiden Intelligence Group Research Institute is even more astonishing than what is publicly advertised."
Wang Haoyu's meaningful words made the researchers present understand. The young chairman sat at the head of the table, a smile on his lips that was hard to decipher.
That invisible pressure even inspired deeper reverence!
In fact, Wang Haoyu had already finished reading the detailed files of these 13 core members the night before. With his photographic memory, he grasped the attendance situation with just one glance.
The absentee was precisely the team leader, Kassou.
This senior expert, who was personally invited by the former chairman Shinnosuke, even Shinnosukeused to give him some leeway. But now, the person in power is Wang Haoyu.
Just as silence spread, the conference room door was pushed open.
The person who arrived late was Kassou.
The moment he saw Wang Haoyu, he immediately put on an eager smile: "Apologies, new Chairman, some matters delayed me just now."
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Although Kassou said so, there was no hint of apology on his face; instead, he looked self-righteous.
After speaking, he took his seat.
"Kassou, since you admit I am the new chairman, you should understand the difference between me and the former one."
Wang Haoyu tapped the table lightly with a pen he was twirling between his fingers.
Each soft tap made hearts tremble slightly.
Kassou simply dropped his pretense.
"No matter who is chairman, I call the shots in the research center, I call the shots!"
His words showed a complete disregard for Wang Haoyu.
In his perception, the team he led was the lifeblood of Hiden Group. Because of this, he dared to be late for meetings and act recklessly.
But he forgot the most crucial fact.
"Is that so?"
Wang Haoyu responded lightly.
"Mr. Wang Haoyu may not know, but I have deep seniority in Hiden Group. You can consult me with any questions."
Kassou had indeed been entrenched for many years, which led to only 13 of the 143 people in the research institute being able to complete satellite launches independently, forming a technological monopoly.
How could such a selfish person be fit to lead the research institute?
"It seems you've forgotten who you are. Remember, your name is Karl Kassou, and that title was given by Hiden Group. Without the group, what are you?"
Wang Haoyu's tone was calm, betraying no emotion.
Kassou's face instantly changed.
He never expected the new chairman to be so direct.
He never expected the other party to expose this fact!
"Since the chairman has spoken frankly, I will also be direct: without the support of our core team, Hiden Group cannot even perform basic satellite maintenance."
What Kassou didn't know was that this situation was about to become history.
Unfortunately, he realized it too late.
"If you don't know how to maintain, you can learn; if you don't know how to launch, you can be taught; materials are abundant. But Hiden Group no longer wants your team."
Wang Haoyu's concise words directly shattered Kassou's arrogance.
Upon hearing this, Kassou stood up abruptly.
"You are the chairman, that's true, but will the board of directors agree?"
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Dismissing the research institute's team leader requires a board resolution, and every researcher here is a valuable talent.
But the standard for "talent" was redefined after Wang Haoyu's arrival.
"Good, since the board of directors needs to decide, let's convene a meeting now." Wang Haoyusneered. Kassou, who could have quietly resigned, was about to face public dismissal—falling from a phoenix to a common chicken, all of his own making.
Kassou didn't believe Wang Haoyu would be serious, nor did he think a board meeting would be initiated; this confidence made him fearless.
"Selena, convene all directors."
Wang Haoyu's stern expression completely shattered Kassou's illusions. When the images of the eight directors were projected onto the conference room screen, Kassou finally panicked, but still feigned composure.
"What are the chairman's instructions?"
"Weren't you inspecting the research institute today?"
Wang Haoyu directly interrupted the pleasantries: "According to Hiden Group regulations, what is the penalty for being late for a regular meeting?"
"Deduction of the current month's bonus," a director replied.
"What about important high-level meetings?"
Seven people said in unison: "Dismissal!"
"Did you hear that clearly?" Wang Haoyu glared at Kassou. The research institute is part of the executive sequence, and this inspection was a major meeting.
"But you never said you were going to fire the team leader!" Kassou was still struggling.
"Is there a difference?" Wang Haoyu's lips curled into a sarcastic arc.
"Someone, throw him out!"
No matter how Kassou argued, he could not change Wang Haoyu's absolute authority as the group's chairman.
Kassou clearly hadn't understood this principle.
"What you're doing will cause huge losses to Hiden Group. Of course, if you apologize to me now, I can let bygones be bygones, after all, you are the chairman of Hiden Group."
These words were utterly arrogant.
He was still fantasizing that someone would back him up, even thinking he was superior to Wang Haoyu.
"You'd better understand your place!"
Selena reprimanded sharply.
This sudden accusation made Kassou's face change drastically.
"You're just a dog by his side, do you even qualify to challenge me? Besides..."
Before he could finish, Wang Haoyu kicked Kassou to the ground.
The directors present were stunned—the new chairman actually resorted to violence during a board meeting!
Someone from the research team immediately jumped out; this person usually had a close private relationship with Kassou. After all, Kassou was the project leader, so naturally, some people would curry favor with him.
"Chairman Wang, you just took office and you resort to violence in public. Where do you put the board of directors' dignity?"
Although this person used polite language, his words implied that Wang Haoyu disrespected the board of directors and brought shame to the group.
Since Wang Haoyu dared to act, he had no intention of explaining anything.
"When did Hiden Group's people learn to target women?"