Dimensional Invasion: I Can Fish for All Heavens

Chapter 539 Because I am the strongest! As the world's only hope!
After hearing Aizen's words, Gojo Satoru's eager expression immediately fell, revealing obvious disappointment.

"Oh, what a pity."

"If the three of you could break through to the fifth rank directly like me, then we might still have a chance now."

He turned to look at Tobirama Senju, Sora Amagami, and Shimizu Kagura beside him, and said with a look of disappointment.

"Ultimately, it comes down to the difference in potential."

"Even if I only realize part of my potential, I can easily step into the fifth rank; but you have only improved on the original basis, and the essential level has not undergone a qualitative leap."

"It can only be said that people are still different."

"But there's nothing we can do about it. After all, the gods won't create anyone above me."

As he said this, he couldn't hide the smugness on his face; and as soon as he said this, the atmosphere around him became somewhat subtle.

"Oh?"

"It seems you're quite confident in your strength after breaking through to the fifth rank?"

"Perfect timing, I also need to test the specific effects of these eyes and Wood Release in actual combat."

"Why don't you be the first 'experiencer', Gojo Satoru?"

"Let me see just how strong you really are now that you've broken through to the 'fifth rank'."

Tobirama Senju looked at Satoru Gojo and said calmly.

It's only the fifth rank. For him, who has awakened the Sage Body and Wood Release, reaching this level is only a matter of time, and it won't be long.

Moreover, even now, he doesn't think his strength is much weaker than Gojo Satoru's.

In a real fight, who would win and who would lose is still unknown.

At the same time, Amane Sora slowly raised her eyes and looked at Gojo Satoru, a highly aggressive smile curving her lips.

"How could I miss out on such an interesting 'test'?"

"I'm also very curious. Now that you've broken through to the fifth rank, just how much stronger are you now compared to before?"

"However, there is indeed an advantage in spiritual power between a fifth-tier and a fourth-tier opponent."

"For the sake of fairness, and to make the test results more 'accurate'."

Her gaze swept over Tobirama Senju and Shimizu Kagura.

"Why don't the three of us 'treat' you together?"

"As someone who claims to be the 'strongest,' I'm sure you wouldn't be afraid of this level of 'challenge,' right?"

Although Kagura Shimizu did not speak, her gaze fell on Gojo Satoru, clearly indicating that she did not object to Amayuu Sora's suggestion.

In an instant, Gojo Satoru seemed to become the target of everyone's attacks, his aura locked onto by the three men.

Faced with this near "siege", Gojo Satoru showed no fear whatsoever, but instead revealed an incredibly bright smile.

He casually put his hands in his pockets, leaned slightly forward, and said in a relaxed tone:
"Three against one? No problem."

"Because I'm the strongest."

Great Xia, Imperial Capital Tian Shu General Bureau.

On the huge holographic screen, a dense stream of data and complex energy waveforms are scrolling rapidly.

A researcher from the Tian Shu Bureau is giving a report to Wang Shouguo.

"Director, the final analysis report on the synchronization rate and compatibility between all candidates and 'evolutionary trusters' in the last 'fittest' selection program has been released."

"According to the test data, Comrade Gu Che is still ranked first."

He pointed to an unusually active energy curve on the screen.

"His synchronization rate with the 'Evolution Truster' has stabilized at 82.7%, and the energy resonance waveform shows extremely high plasticity."

"After fully activating the power of the 'Evolution Truster' and transforming into Ultraman Nexus, its level assessment is already very close to the sixth rank."

Multiple sets of data are displayed on the screen in a timely manner.

The video shows Gu Che transforming into Nexus and shrinking down to fight Duanmu Yan, along with his energy output peak curve and Duanmu Yan's evaluation after the battle.

"According to the analysis of energy peak and sustained combat data models, Comrade Gu Che has not yet been able to completely break through that invisible barrier and truly step into the sixth-order domain."

"During the final extreme stress test, his energy fluctuations experienced brief instability as he attempted to reach a higher level, ultimately resulting in failure."

"As for the other 'suitable individuals' we are focusing on..." The researcher switched screens, which displayed the portraits of Lu Jing, Lin Ruoxi, Shen Mo, Lin Xiu, and others, along with their corresponding detailed data panels.

"Comrade Lu Jing's synchronization rate with the 'Evolution Truster' is 80.5%, the transformation duration is significantly extended, and the fighting style is steady, but the instantaneous intensity of the energy burst is still significantly lower than that of Gu Che."

"Comrade Lin Ruoxi has a synchronization rate of 81.2%, and her ability to precisely control light energy is particularly outstanding, but her basic energy reserves and continuous combat capability are currently her weaknesses."

"Comrade Shen Mo has a synchronization rate of 79.8%, a fierce and sharp fighting style, and is able to use Hyōrinmaru in battle, but there is a gap in strength."

"Comrade Lin Xiu's synchronization rate is 78.9%, similar to Comrade Shen Mo, but the intensity he unleashed still did not surpass that of Comrade Gu Che."

"The same applies to candidates such as Fang Yuan, Shen Xuan, and Zhou Ming."

The researchers concluded.

"Overall, the synchronization rates of the selected candidates have reached a fairly high level. Even excluding Gu Che, Lin Ruoxi, Lu Jing and others who are ranked in the top ten of the superhuman list, the vast majority are at 60%-70%."

"However, the upper limit is still around 80%, making it difficult to break through to a higher level."

"Even after transforming into Nexus, the power he unleashed never broke through the sixth rank."

"Regarding this point, after multiple simulations and analysis of real-world data, we have basically identified a key factor."

"Besides variables such as the degree of personal willpower and the time required to integrate with 'evolutionary believers,' the most critical issue is that they currently lack a pressure environment that allows them to truly 'fight to the death' at all costs."

Perhaps worried that Wang Shouguo might not understand this, the researcher later explained:

"Although the individuals we carefully selected all met extremely high standards in terms of personal willpower and character, being resilient, courageous, and self-sacrificing."

"However, they are also very clear in their hearts that they are not the only line of defense protecting the Great Xia, nor are they the last trump card."

"In their subconscious, there are Elder Zhong, Duanmu Yan, and Ye Shen above them. Even if we don't count Elder Zhong and the others, after they die, there will be others who will take their place and transform into Nexus."

"Because of this mindset, they lack the will that only emerges in truly desperate situations."

"They have never truly experienced the pressure that those adaptable beings in the Nexus world feel, where failure means the destruction of everything behind them."

"Therefore, their will, and their connection with the 'evolutionary trusters,' is also difficult to reach a higher level."

The reason behind this is actually not difficult to understand.

Indeed, the chosen candidates were all exceptional warriors, selected from among thousands.

They all possess all the qualities that an excellent soldier should have.

Obedience to orders, unwavering will, courage in the face of danger, and fearless spirit of sacrificing for the people.
However, there is one crucial point that cannot be ignored: each of them knows that they are not the only ones supporting the Great Xia, nor are they the last bulwark.

Above them are guardians like Elder Zhong, powerful "dimensional beings" like Duanmu Yan, and even God Ye.

Even if they unfortunately die on the battlefield, other comrades will take over as "evolutionary trustees" and continue to complete their unfinished mission.

Therefore, they lack the pressure of "if I fall, everything behind me will be doomed"; therefore, their will also lacks the resolute determination to burn their bridges.

In contrast, the adaptable beings in the original world of Nexus, although in their world, "evolutionary trustees" can continue to pass on their legacy as a bond.

However, each of the chosen individuals was the world's only hope at the time of their selection; and each of them had their own beliefs and reasons to continue fighting.

Brigadier General Himeya's guilt over failing to save the little girl "Sera" was transformed into the fighting spirit that fueled his life.

Even when severely wounded and on the verge of death by Dark Mephisto, he still stood up with his own belief and burst forth with light beyond the limit.

Qian Shulian, as the "son of Prometheus" with a short lifespan, as brilliant and fleeting as a shooting star, cherishes every moment of his life more than anyone else, and longs to see tomorrow and more smiles.

Even knowing that each transformation could drastically deplete his remaining life force, he still threw himself into battle without hesitation.

Kazuki Komon, initially an ordinary and somewhat cowardly team member, underwent a complete baptism and sublimation of his will after witnessing firsthand how his seniors, Jun Himeya and Rei Senju, burned, dedicated themselves, and even sacrificed their lives to protect others.

He no longer fights solely for his deceased lover Riko, but truly inherits the belief of his predecessors to "fight for others."

In the final battle, he transformed into Noah and dispelled the darkness.

The stressful environment they face is fundamentally different from that of people in the real world.

Although the real world also faces various threats such as mutated creatures and dimensional invasions, the situation remains stable, at least for the Great Xia Dynasty.

Even when faced with the most powerful enemy or the most critical situation, they know deep down that the country has the trump card and contingency plan to deal with the worst-case scenario. If the sky falls, there are tall people to hold it up. It is far from a desperate situation where one person has to hold up the sky alone and gamble everything.

This is not because their soldiers lacked conviction.

On the contrary, it is precisely because they have absolute confidence and assurance in their homeland, their compatriots fighting alongside them, and in figures like Zhong Lao and Ye Shen that they do not need to bear such pressure.

From a certain perspective, this situation actually confirms the current strength and stability of the Great Xia Dynasty.

(End of this chapter)