Kryptonians: Man of Steel

Chapter 1494 Showing the wink to the blind man

"interesting……"

Luther's consciousness was stirred.

This was clearly not something he directly caused, but it is very likely related to his actions of disrupting the world line and accelerating the merging of dimensions.

"Is a new world being forcibly 'stitched' into us? Or is my very existence like a giant gravitational source, attracting the remnants of other broken 'anime universes'?"

This discovery did not worry Luther; on the contrary, it excited him greatly.

Each newly integrated world signifies a brand new and unique "sun"—a celestial core containing the fundamental rules and energy of that world.

For Luther, these "suns" were the ultimate tonic.

His essential power—the "Power of Transcendence"—is developed through one of the core pathways by drawing upon the stellar origins of different universes and rule systems.

Each absorbed "otherworldly sun" contains unique laws and vast energy that will become the foundation for his ascent to higher dimensions, helping him to analyze and grasp more fundamental cosmic truths.

His ultimate goal is to become an "omnipotent universe-level" being that transcends the single multiverse, and even further, to touch the legendary "super omnipotent universe" realm, and to stand on equal footing with conceptual gods such as Marvel's One-Above-All and DC's The Presence.

Each new "power of transcendence" he acquires is a solid step he takes toward the supreme throne.

This world of crossover anime and manga has become bizarre and fantastical because of its fusion.

Besides the extra sun, all sorts of strange phenomena and creatures began to emerge: plants emitting magical fluctuations quietly sprouted in the corners of the city; roars of giant beasts never before heard came from the deep mountains and forests; strange bloodlines or superpowers began to awaken in some humans, the source of which clearly did not belong to the known "Far Moon Spirit Illusion Exorcism" system; in ancient ruins, dormant auras were reviving... These were not Luther's doing, but "byproducts" of the collision of rules and the dissipation of material energy when different worlds were forcibly merged.

However, no matter how drastically the world changes, the absolute power that Saeko Busujima displayed in defeating the human alliance single-handedly with her sword has been branded into the soul of all forces around the world.

This power instantly gave the island nation, which was previously constrained on the international stage and even regarded as a vassal, an unprecedented and almost arrogant toughness.

Faced with any questioning or pressure from the international community, its official spokesperson stood taller than ever before, reiterating in strong terms the principle of "no offense is peace" based on the will of "Higanbana," and making no attempt to conceal the warning that any "improper behavior" against the country and its special institutions (especially the Totsuki Reigen Exorcism Specialized School) would be regarded as a provocation against that "rule-level" power, and the consequences would be borne by the offender.

Governments, secret organizations, and multinational giants, no matter how much resentment, covetousness, or deep-seated fear they harbor, must temporarily restrain their claws until they find a way to counter "rule-level" power.

Saeko Busujima's name has become an invisible iron curtain, an international convention that needs no seal yet has absolute effect, forcefully imprinted on the fabric of the times.

Tokyo, especially the area surrounding the Totsuki Reigen Exorcism Academy, has become an absolute no-go zone for intelligence activities by all factions; any unauthorized spying is considered suicide.

The global power map has been completely redrawn, and a new order centered on the invisible deterrent of the "other shore flower" has been quietly established after the smoke of war has cleared.

The island nation's government naturally wouldn't let this once-in-a-lifetime opportunity slip by.

The state apparatus is running at full speed, and the propaganda machine is operating at full capacity.

Saeko Busujima's name (although the official sources didn't even dare to call her by her name directly, mostly referring to her as "that person" or "the guardian") and a very few blurry, barely recognizable battle footage clips were meticulously edited, accompanied by rousing music and emotional narration, and appeared overwhelmingly on all media platforms. The meticulously edited battle footage (deliberately omitting the bloodiest scenes) was repeatedly played, accompanied by a majestic, almost manic symphony.

Overnight, the front pages of major television stations and newspapers were completely flooded with headlines such as "Manifestation of the National Spirit" and "Guardian Deity of the New Generation".

She was portrayed as a "national guardian" who turned the tide, a symbol of national rejuvenation, and the dawn of a new era.

The entire nation was engulfed in a frenzied atmosphere of worship, with praise, honors, and symbolic titles pouring into the mysterious school like snowflakes, attempting to firmly bind this walking "natural disaster" to the glory of the nation and the future of the people.

However, the island nation's government, which viewed Saeko Busujima as a "national asset" to be utilized and hoped to firmly bind her to the chariot of national revival, soon encountered a cold reality.

All this noise and extravagance, in Saeko Busujima's eyes, was nothing more than noisy flies.

In Saeko Busujima's eyes, attempts to elevate her to a pedestal and incorporate her into the power structure were far more insignificant than the dust raised on the battlefield.

She had long since returned to the secluded dojo of the "Totsuki Reigen Exorcism Academy," a place exclusively for her. Outside the window, a grand, officially organized "Victory Celebration" was underway, fireworks illuminating the night sky, and the cheers of the crowd could be faintly heard.

Inside the dojo, there was only the cold moonlight and the monotonous, sharp sound of a blade slicing through the air.

Saeko Busujima's heart is as still as water.

The media frenzy, the politicians' flattery, the people's fervent worship... these worldly pursuits of fame and fortune did not stir even the slightest ripple in her heart.

In her heart, there was only a pure desire for the ultimate "slash," and an endless pursuit of greater power and more exquisite killing techniques.

Those attempts to influence her, bind her, or even turn her into a political totem through public opinion, national righteousness, or other means are, in her view, not only naive and laughable, but also noisy and annoying, like trying to bind thunder with a spider web.

Even titles like "national hero" sounded as disgusting to her as stains on a scabbard.

With a swing of her sword, she severed not only the steel fleet, but also all the shackles imposed upon her by the world.

All she sought was the cold glint of the blade in her hand, and the "slashing" intent that surpassed the previous moment and touched the deeper layers of the rules with each subsequent swing.

The clamor and changes of the world are merely background noise for her to hone her skills.

Her path is nothing but "slaying." Where the red spider lily blooms, all living beings are but ants; only the blade points to the eternal truth.

At this moment, Saeko Busujima is focused solely on whether her next sword strike will be faster, sharper, and closer to the "reason" that cuts through everything, than the last one.

All she sought was that moment of brilliance when she drew her sword again, a moment that would make the heavens and earth tremble and the gods weep blood.

Everything else is an illusion, just... fleeting clouds.

(End of this chapter)