As a weirdo, I like being a Kamen Rider

Teruichi Ryu's body stiffened, his deep blue electronic compound eyes locking onto the weather impurities in the snowstorm. The bewilderment and frustration of killing the wrong person earlier were completely replaced by extreme killing intent.

He clenched his teeth, his entire body's energy surging wildly, staring intently at Isaka Shinkuro, waiting for the other's response.

Shinkuro Isaka made no attempt to hide anything, a sickly yet arrogant smile on his face, as he openly admitted, "That's right, the person who froze your entire family to death with their own hands was me."

The moment he finished speaking, the armor on his chest suddenly surged, and a massive amount of bone-chilling cold air erupted, transforming into an overwhelming torrent of icy energy that sprayed straight toward W, Zi-O, and Accel.

A sudden, extreme cold wave swept over them, and even though the three knights immediately set up their defenses, they still couldn't withstand the terrifying power. The three of them were simultaneously forced back by the cold air, the icy ground beneath their feet was incredibly slippery, and they were forced back several meters, their armor covered in a layer of frost.

After forcing everyone to retreat, Isaka Shinkuro slowly spoke, his tone flippant yet cruel, as if he were recounting a trivial matter.

"Your father, Terui Yuji, was indeed a very capable police officer, and also the first police officer in Fuuto to discover the secret of the Gaia Memory."

"When I first received this memory from that mysterious woman, I was filled with curiosity and couldn't wait to conduct live experiments to test the limits of these powers. But just then, your father discovered my whereabouts, which ruined my plans."

"Anyway, it doesn't matter to me who I use for experiments. Since he's come to me, it's perfect to use your whole family to test the power of absolute zero."

He tilted his head slightly, his tone carrying a perverse, playful tone, deliberately recreating the scene from that year: "I still remember it clearly. On the day your house was frozen, your father was on the verge of death from the cold. Before he died, he kept calling your name, Teru-ryu!"

Every word was like a cold knife, piercing deep into Terujiro's heart.

The pent-up desire for revenge that had been building up over the past year finally erupted completely at this moment!

"You bastard!!"

Terui Ryu let out a furious roar, the engine of the drive at his waist roared wildly, and the crimson armor burst out with scorching heat, which evaporated the frost around him.

He gripped the engine sword tightly, his eyes burning with rage and a resolute determination for revenge.

"Today! I will personally kill you! To avenge my family!!"

With a roar, Terui Ryu charged at full speed, his crimson figure instantly closing in thanks to Accel's incredible speed, his engine sword slashing towards Isaka with a wave of scorching heat.

Isaka Shinkurou remained unfazed, raising his hand to unleash a violent whirlwind. The thick wind wall directly blocked the heavy blow, and the shockwave forced Terui Ryu to retreat repeatedly.

W and Zi-O immediately pressed forward in unison, attacking from both sides to block each other's movement. W switched forms and threw a heavy punch, while Tokiwa Sougo wielded the Clock Sword, its blade flashing cold light. The three coordinated perfectly, their attacks layered upon each other, leaving no gaps.

But the weather dopant's abilities are far more troublesome than imagined, and Isaka navigates the offensive with composure.

Suddenly, ice shards flew everywhere, forcing W to hastily raise his hand to block; suddenly, turbulent currents stirred up space, causing Accel, who relied on speed, to repeatedly stumble; cold air clung to Zi-O's weapon, rendering it immobile. Wind, ice, and mist were unleashed in turn, various weather forces seamlessly linked, giving the three no chance to get close.

The three knights launched a fierce attack with all their might, their moves constantly falling amidst the raging wind and icy mist, yet they were unable to truly harm their opponent in the slightest.

After several rounds of fighting, Isaka clearly lost interest in playing along. His aura suddenly turned violent, the clouds above his head rapidly gathered, and a muffled rumble of thunder echoed through the empty amusement park. Dark red lightning flashed between the clouds, dazzling the eyes. Before the three could adjust their positions, a thick bolt of lightning crashed down, instantly engulfing the entire battlefield with its immense power.

The three hastily erected a defense, but the power of the lightning far exceeded their expectations, and the surface of their armor was instantly covered with electric sparks. The three figures were simultaneously thrown away by the electric current and crashed heavily onto the icy ground. They struggled to get up, but their limbs were paralyzed and powerless.

As the snowstorm gradually subsided, Isaka walked slowly to the group, his tone full of disdain and boredom: "Honestly, I didn't expect you to be so weak. There's no point in fighting you."

The glow of the knight armor faded one by one, and the three deactivated their transformations. Terui Ryu struggled to sit up, looking at his enemy so close at hand. His anger and resentment had nowhere to go, so he clenched his fists and slammed them hard against the cold, hard ground, his knuckles turning slightly red. His eyes were filled with humiliation and despair.

In a corner of the arena, Lin Chen stood quietly. His gaze swept across the battlefield, then subtly swept into the shadows around him. He knew very well that the Time Tribulation Ones were still lurking in the shadows. The situation was unclear, and if he made a rash move, he would immediately become their new target.

After weighing the pros and cons, he simply waved his hand, and a dimensional barrier flashed, enveloping the three of them and making them disappear. Isaka Shinkuro was also startled by this sudden turn of events.

Chapter 160 The Outcast Skull

As night fell in Futo, the Narumi Detective Agency was brightly lit, and the group of people who had just finished their battle at the amusement park were all covered in sweat and grime.

Akiko and Tsukuyomi were busy tending to their injuries, carefully treating and bandaging the wounds of Shotaro Hidari and Sougo Tokiwa. Both had minor scrapes and bruises from the fight, nothing serious, and were fine after a simple treatment.

After dealing with the two, Akiko turned to look at Terui Ryu, who was standing silently to the side, and reached out to help him treat his wounds. However, as soon as her fingers touched his sleeve, Terui Ryu suddenly raised his hand and shoved her away.

He remained silent throughout, his face expressionless, his eyes filled with an unyielding gloom. He completely ignored everyone, turned around and walked straight out of the detective agency, his back view utterly desolate.

Watching him leave, Shotaro couldn't help but purse his lips and mutter, "Seriously, what's wrong with this guy?"

As soon as he finished speaking, Tokiwa Sougo gently tugged at Shotaro's sleeve, signaling him not to say anything more and not to worry about it.

Then, Sougo took out the future technology tablet from Tsukuyomi, opened the data stored inside, and told everyone present all the information about Terui Ryu recorded in the future.

Everyone fell silent after hearing this.

Akiko sighed, her eyes filled with heartache: "I never imagined he had gone through something so terrible. He's so pitiful. His whole family was killed, and he's the only one left alive."

Shotaro lowered his eyes and murmured slowly to himself, "So that's how it is... No wonder he was so concerned about the dopant with freezing abilities. Right now, he has nothing else on his mind. From beginning to end, he only has revenge on his mind. A person trapped by hatred can't tolerate the good intentions of others."

The atmosphere inside the office was quiet. Everyone understood Terui Ryu's indifference, and there was not a single complaint.

The scene shifts to the brightly lit Sonozaki mansion under the night sky. In the luxurious dining room, the Sonozaki family is having a quiet meal, the atmosphere solemn and oppressive.

Isaka Shinkuro walked slowly into the restaurant. Sonozaki Ryubei looked up and saw him, and immediately smiled calmly, saying, "Isaka-san, you've come at the right time. Let's have a meal together."

After saying that, he immediately signaled to the maid who was waiting to prepare brand new tableware for Isaka Shinkuro and invited him to dine together.

The dinner was exceptionally quiet, with no extra conversation throughout. After the meal, the maid quickly cleared the table, and Ryūbei rose and led Izaka Shinkōrō to the spacious living room to sit down.

As soon as the two were seated, Isaka Shinkuro spoke first, his tone filled with undisguised contempt and arrogance: "Mr. Ryubei, I have seen all those troublesome Kamen Riders you mentioned today."

"To be honest, they are far too weak. I really don't understand how the organization can be repeatedly humiliated by such a few pathetic insects. Instead of wasting time dealing with them, we should focus on studying the Gaia Memory and advancing the experimental progress."

Faced with Isaka's slightly sarcastic remarks, Sonozaki Ryubei was not angry at all. She just smiled faintly and said in a calm and easy tone, "As long as Mr. Isaka is happy."

Neither of them had any intention of chatting, and at this point, they had run out of things to say. Isaka Shinkuro slightly rose, intending to take his leave.

But just as he was about to take a step, Ryūbei raised his hand to stop him. Then, he instructed a maid to call Sonosaki Saeko to the living room, and said with a smile, "You two young people should spend more time together and get to know each other better."

Without waiting for their response, Ryūbei picked up Mick, who was standing at his feet, and slowly turned to leave the living room, deliberately leaving the two of them alone.

Ryūbei strolled alone to the back garden of the mansion. The evening breeze was cool, and the lights in the courtyard were dim.

From afar, he saw a purple figure standing by the flower bushes, leisurely licking an ice cream cone, looking relaxed and carefree.

Beside Swartz stood a tall, unfamiliar man wearing a top hat, his aura deep and unfathomable.

With a smile, Ryubei stepped forward to greet him: "Swartz-san, what a pleasant mood you're in, having the leisure to while away the time here."

Swartz slowly turned his head, his cold eyes sweeping over Sonozaki Ryubei indifferently. His gaze was detached and distant, carrying the condescension of someone in a superior position. His tone was devoid of any warmth: "I have no interest in you. Mr. Ryubei, I just want to know if you have made up your mind. Whom have you chosen to become the future king?"

Faced with Swartz's blunt question, Sonozaki Ryubei remained calm and slowly replied, "Of course I've made a choice. I've already decided on the most suitable candidate."

“Is that so?” Swartz replied calmly, his tone revealing neither joy nor anger. “Then I’ll wait and see. Coincidentally, I’ve also brought you a brand new helper with me.”

After speaking, Swartz slightly raised his hand and waved it behind him.

The man in the top hat, who had been standing silently beside him the whole time, slowly stepped forward. He raised his hand and took off his hat, revealing a calm yet unfamiliar face. He bowed slightly to Sonozaki Ryubei and said respectfully, "It is an honor to meet you again, Head of the Sonozaki family."

Sonozaki Ryubei looked at the person in front of her, a hint of surprise flashing in her eyes, then she chuckled softly, "So it's you. I really didn't expect to see you again. The power of time is truly amazing, always bringing unexpected surprises."

The case involving the frozen dopant is temporarily closed, and Terui Ryu has also uncovered the identity of the true culprit behind the family massacre—Isaka Shinkuro.

But when he rushed to Isaka Hospital, the entire building was deserted. There was no trace of anyone there, not even a hint of anyone having been there.

Unwilling to give up, he turned to Narumi's office, hoping Philip could use the Earth Library's abilities to uncover Isaka's whereabouts and hiding place. But this time, the omnipotent Earth Library couldn't find a single useful piece of information.

The only traceable source is the last place—the Sonozaki Manor.

Teruji Ryu immediately lost his temper and was about to force his way into the manor to arrest people.

Shotaro, Sougo, and the others immediately blocked his way. Everyone knew that Sonozaki Manor was the headquarters of the Gaia Memory Organization. For him to rush in alone would be like throwing an egg against a rock; it would only lead to his death.

Stopped by the crowd, Terujiro's eyes were filled with resentment and frustration, but he could only suppress his anger for revenge and put the matter aside for the time being.

The days passed peacefully for two days, until a rainy night shattered the silence.

A torrential downpour swept through the entire city, and the night was so dark that you couldn't see your hand in front of your face.

Terui Ryu and Makura Shun crouched outside the old warehouse, watching their target—corrupt detective Himuro—in the rain.

This man had been secretly leaking police intelligence to Gaia Memory's black market dealers for a long time. Several raids failed because of his leaks, and two veteran detectives who were investigating the memory case died mysteriously and tragically. Every crime scene had the same triangular dragon claw print.

With the evidence conclusive, the two waited for the right moment to carry out the arrest.

Just as they were about to get up and take action, a large number of dark figures suddenly emerged from around the warehouse. Countless masquerade doppelgangers jumped out from their ambush point and surrounded the two of them.

The sudden ambush caught them off guard. Masakura Shun panicked on the spot, slipped while retreating, and fell hard on the waterlogged ground. His head hit the cement platform hard, and he immediately passed out.

In the critical moment, Terui Ryu didn't hesitate and immediately took out the Accel Memory to transform!

Crimson armor instantly donned his armor, the roar of the engine tearing through the rainy night, blinding red light exploding in the rain. Facing this group of monstrous minions, Accel didn't need to exert any effort; with high-speed dashes and slashing blades, he wiped out all the masquerade doppelgangers in no time.

After dealing with the surrounding henchmen, Teruji Ryu immediately rushed into the depths of the warehouse to capture Ice Room.

But the moment he pushed open the warehouse door, he froze.

The warehouse floor was cold and damp. Detective Bing Shi lay motionless on the ground, a thick, sharp, massive bone horn piercing his chest. Blood stained the entire ground, and he had long since stopped breathing.

The Triceratops hybrid stood silently beside the corpse, its cold eyes fixed on Accel as he rushed in.

After a brief eye contact, the strange man turned and ran away without a word, disappearing into the depths of the rainy night.

Terui Ryu deactivated his transformation and rushed out to check on Masakura Shun's injuries.

But as soon as he turned around, a masquerade infiltrator who had slipped through the net was hiding in the shadows and pounced on him when he was off guard!

Just as the strange man was about to succeed in his sneak attack, a sharp figure rushed in, accompanied by a cold wind!

A clean and powerful high kick struck the hybrid's head, the force of which instantly obliterated the remaining monster. A woman in a long black trench coat, with a tall and slender figure, landed gracefully and decisively.

She withdrew her long legs, her expression indifferent and her aura commanding. She introduced herself calmly to the stunned Terui Ryu: "Kujo Aya, I was just transferred back to Fuuto from the Los Angeles Police Department and I'm now a detective in the Extraordinary Crimes Investigation Division."

She was specially transferred back to Futo this time, just to track down the whereabouts of her partner, Masaki Mizoguchi, who mysteriously disappeared three years ago.

After a night, the heavy rain stopped and the sky cleared.

With a huge bruise on his head, Masakura Shun arrived at the Narumi Detective Agency looking dejected. He was hesitant and awkward, and it took him a while to explain his purpose: he wanted to ask Shotaro to help him thoroughly investigate the police mole and the Triceratops Monster serial murder case.

Actually, he didn't need to hire a detective at all. He had just witnessed Kujo Aya's strong and handsome demeanor last night and fell in love with her at first sight. He really wanted to make a good impression on this new and beautiful detective, but he knew he wasn't capable enough and was afraid of messing up the case and embarrassing himself. So he could only secretly ask Shotaro to cover for him.

Shotaro was initially reluctant to get involved in the mess within the police force, finding it troublesome and thankless.

But when he heard Masakura say that Terui Ryu was also investigating the case with all his might, he immediately became interested and decided to accept the commission: "Okay! I'll take this job! It'll be a good opportunity to let that arrogant and self-important detective see who the real reliable tough guy detective in Futo is!"

Akiko, who was standing to the side, rolled her eyes and couldn't help but criticize him for being childish.

Masakura Shun left the firm with the commission and deposit, feeling uneasy.

Shotaro quickly packed his things and was about to head out to investigate when the office doorbell rang again. The doorbell rang crisply, and the door was pushed open. A strange man wearing a pure white hat walked straight in.

He acted as if he belonged there, standing in the room and looking around every corner of the firm with a complicated expression. He muttered to himself, "It really hasn't changed at all. After all these years, it's still the same."

"Hey! Who are you? How dare you trespass on someone else's territory?"

Seeing the other person's overly familiar attitude, as if they were the owner of the place, Shotaro stepped forward and questioned them directly.

The man slowly raised his hand, removed the white top hat from his head, and looked directly at Shotaro with a deep sense of contempt in his eyes: "You're Narumi's apprentice? To be honest, you're far inferior to him."