Tokyo people don't talk about Wude

Chapter 440, Section 437: Strongman Politics
He's lying.

Upon hearing Ryujin's announcement, Chen Han angrily slammed his fist on the table and cursed:
"30%? That bastard really knows how to talk! Why doesn't he just say he was born to his mother and grandfather?!"

Ryujin Shinazugin's speech, though seemingly passionate and sincere, was actually full of lies!
According to internal intelligence within the KJ organization, the proportion of the population he intends to sacrifice is no less than 80%, and it is an indiscriminate sacrifice targeting ordinary people!
He claims he's fighting for the country and the people, but he's clearly only doing it for his own and his powerful friends' benefit!
Just like in every war in human history, ordinary people are always the victims.

Such a clumsy lie could not fool anyone in the Shattered Dreams organization, because they had already deeply understood the treachery and ambition of Immortal Institute Ryujin.

However, not everyone is as wise and rational as they are.
"Hahaha, did you hear that?" On a street in Tokyo, a disheveled, middle-aged man with a stubble beard put down a protest sign, covered his face, and laughed foolishly.
"We've been tricked! What do you mean everyone will die? I told you such bad luck couldn't possibly happen! Hahaha! What's the point of us fighting like this? We've all been used as pawns!"

Soon, more and more protesters were infected by this desperate yet ridiculous atmosphere. They put down their protest signs, sat dejectedly on the roadside, or laughed hysterically. Some even began to attack their colleagues.

Mu Qiang – this is an instinctive way of thinking etched into human genes.

Admittedly, both the Shattered Dream Organization and Ryujin Undying Institute are lying. On one hand, they exaggerate the harm of "sacrifice" to force people to rise up in rebellion; on the other hand, they conceal the cost of "sacrifice" to induce people to submit willingly.

In such situations, people tend to trust the stronger party—this is a fundamental flaw in human nature.

Prior to this, the "Shattered Dreams Organization" had been creating momentum everywhere, stirring up public opinion storms, and even storming NHK, the "national mouthpiece," to publicly denounce the government and expose their atrocities.

So at that time, people naturally believed that the [Shattered Dreams Organization] was the stronger party, and even thought that they had the ability to overthrow the government.

However, at this very moment, Ryujin Shinazugin launched his "Premature Sacrifice," and although he only absorbed 5% of the souls of all Tokyo residents, he transformed into a "god," reigning supreme over the mortal realm with such power and dominance!

In contrast, the hope of the Shattered Dreams organization, that "Ash Hero," is now as pathetic as a straw dog, hanging in mid-air like a roasted duck.

In this situation, who do people think is stronger and who is more right?
"Master Fuseiin! Master Fuseiin!"

"Long live Yamato! Long live Yamato!"

"Your Excellency has slain the traitor who brought ruin to the country! Your Excellency is invincible!!!"

This bizarre and frenzied atmosphere spread like a plague, with many people spontaneously raising their arms, kneeling, and weeping, chanting slogans in support of [KJ].

Many others, though not doing anything outrageous, were caught in a state of confusion, panic, and anguish. Some stood frozen in place, others frowned and sighed, and still others knelt and wept bitterly.

At this moment, even if some people still harbor thoughts of resistance, what can they possibly do?
Once the protesters lost their morale, they ceased to be a threat. The military and police seized the opportunity to reorganize their defenses, drove them all away, and threatened them to lay down their arms and not to make any rash moves.

Chen Han witnessed all of these pale scenes.

"Damn it, damn it, damn it!!!" He pounded the table in a fit of rage. He had never felt such anger and anxiety in his entire life.

"Everything is ruined! Everything is over! Why... was it just a little bit more important!"

He was just one step away from connecting the "Alter" system to the [Izanami Core].

But now, Ryujin Shinazugin has gained such terrifying power through "premature sacrifice" and reigns supreme. Meanwhile, Crimson King has died a gruesome death in public, completely shattering the hopes in people's hearts.

Even if he continues to complete this arduous task, what is the point?
The "Alter" system can temporarily seize control of the [Izanami Core], but this is ultimately only temporary.

In a situation where both sides are evenly matched, "Alter" can create a momentary opportunity for them to win.

But now the situation is already decided. Hong Zhongjin is dead and his spirit is gone, and public opinion has unanimously sided with the enemy. Even if he manages to crack the code, what good will it do?
The inevitable trend—this is something that no matter how powerful the individual or how formidable the weapon, it cannot stop. [Ding-a-ling!]

A notification sound came from the computer: "Alter" was successful.

It successfully hacked into the [Izanami Core], and a series of new pop-ups appeared on the screen.

"Heh, heh." Chen Han's eyes widened in surprise, and he laughed self-deprecatingly.

Now, only this "little guy" hasn't given up.

But perhaps it was precisely because of this that a strange fighting spirit ignited in Chen Han's heart.

He slumped back into front of the computer, his fingers flying across the keys, while simultaneously shouting into the team communicator:
"Alter succeeded!! I'm taking over control of the Izanami Core!! Get the hell out of here!!!"

The first to respond to the message was Kagari Otonashi:

"Great! Please share the permissions with me! There must be a way to turn the situation around. Let's think of a solution together!"

Hillis and Mishima Jack were also online, but they didn't say anything. At this moment, all they could do was wait patiently.

After a moment, Chen Han leaned back and rubbed his nose: "I have absolutely no clue. What should I do next?"

According to the analysis, the "Alter" system can gain control of the Izanami Core for about thirty minutes after hacking into it.

Within those thirty minutes, he could do anything using the [Izanami Core]—

But now that Red Ember has been defeated, how can he use these thirty minutes to turn the tide of the battle?

"I have a plan." Kagari Otonashi clearly saw through his thoughts:

"I have conducted an in-depth analysis of the [Izanami Core] and have developed a feasible plan."

"What are you talking about?" Chen Han frowned, puzzled. "You can have a plan? Are you Doraemon?"

Kagari Night coughed lightly and explained:
"Ryujin Shinazugin obtained a large amount of soul energy by 'premature sacrifice'. This power seems strong, but it is actually unstable."

"For a period of time immediately after leaving the body, the soul still retains the will of its original owner. Ryujin Shinazugin forcibly absorbed the souls of so many people—even if it was only a small portion of them—it was enough to cause his mind and body to collapse."

"He appears unharmed because of the [Izanami Core]. However, his body remains in an extremely unstable state. With proper manipulation, we can cause him to lose control and plunge into utter ruin—"

"Stop! Stop!" Chen Han's brain was already quite tired, and he didn't want to listen to any more science explanations: "Give me an instruction, tell me what to do now!"

"Understood." Kagari Oto replied without further ado, giving a concise and clear instruction:
"We only have one optimal solution—"

"Let Ryujin's power go out of control and create a new opportunity for us to win."

(End of this chapter)