Don't use Type-Moon references in Oregairu!

Yang Nai, you've changed. You used to be so respectful to me, but now you're hitting me on the head with a document.

"Fujimaru, Fujimaru, stop joking. Think about it, in your memory, do you know any particularly outstanding superhumans from China?"

Actually, I also... huh?

Fujimaru Ritsuka thought about it carefully and indeed found something amiss.

Although many people did not have direct contact with the spirit tomb incident last time, they had heard about it even if they stayed in the area.

Besides the superhumans he knew in Japan, there was also an Onmyoji from the Tsuchimikado family; Britain was mainly represented by the Knights of the Round Table; he hadn't dealt with the Americans before, but they had sent several highly skilled alchemists, as well as Native American shamans who weren't under the official control of the 1st government.

In Europe, the team that fought alongside them against Galahad and the Holy Lance, according to them, wasn't even the strongest. As for the Russians? There's supposedly a powerful young girl who wields immense ice and snow power, born into an oligarch family, and who's rumored to have a long-standing feud with the Portuguese emperor.

The Celestial Empire... I can't remember at all.

Seeing Fujimaru Ritsuka's expression, Haruno nodded: "See? The Celestial Empire is keeping a low profile. Apart from continuing to trade materials fairly from the Spirit Tomb as always, they haven't made any moves."

"Hidden strength and biding their time? Really just shutting themselves off and playing their own games? And they actually managed to come up with some new tricks?"

Fujimaru Ritsuka was shocked, but Haruno shook her head.

She said, "In fact, theoretically, several major powers other than China, and even countries with a longer history of civilization, could also achieve this."

"Designing universal skills that are accessible to everyone, and then subtly improving those skills, is actually not difficult to do..."

“But there’s no need!” Fujimaru Ritsuka touched Abigail, whose eyes were already starting to dart around, her expression grave.

Let's not say anything more.

Yes, it's not necessary.

Even this time, when Japan went all out and the whole world discovered the truth, it may have been for a deeper reason.

Once a group of people who control extraordinary resources have taken a commanding lead, it becomes extremely difficult for those who are lagging behind to catch up.

Thinking deeper, was the reason why the experiments of the old members of the Reform Society went out of control back then really because of that?

Even if the Red Dragon truly emerged from the Spirit Tomb, it could only create a phenomenon far more powerful than a super catastrophe that submerges an island. If they could have stopped it back then, why were they completely unaware before?

He didn't think a strong person would make a mistake in such an easy place.

"...Moreover, let's leave Japan aside. Back then, the United States, especially the powerful conglomerates, was very opposed to the truth being revealed. This time, it seems like they've allowed the Chiba City incident to be exposed."

Yang was filled with worry.

Although in the past two days, several other organizations, especially the shrines and temples in Chiba that are not very popular but have real skills, have gained a lot of attention. The active presence of their members has been noticed by many people, resulting in a significant increase in both secular worship and clandestine requests.

But in their communication and exchanges, they were both troubled by one thing: why was the truth so readily revealed?

Perhaps one of the old priests was right: "The frequency of strange occurrences now far exceeds that of the past. Especially in Zhou County, we receive requests from time to time. Perhaps in the past, strange creatures chased after humans, but now it's not so certain that humans are chasing after strange creatures. It's like a pitiful insect caught in a spider web, which will naturally end in death. But if dozens or even hundreds of natural enemies pounce on it, they will only tear the spider web apart."

Yang relayed this to Fujimaru Ritsuka. At first, he was a little skeptical, but upon closer inspection, it seemed to make some kind of twisted logic.

"Maybe. I think it's more like a seal. Before, there were just a few holes, so as soon as a gap appeared, the things inside would rush out. But now, the seal is about to be broken, there are holes everywhere, so there won't be any danger of them gathering together."

Fujimaru Ritsuka said it casually as if it were a joke, and then he was stunned.

"I have a feeling that you, Fujimaru, might be a jinx. This guess... is all too realistic."

"Let's not discuss that topic for now. Aren't the two most perplexing issues right now? First, the United States has stopped moving, changing its previous stance and becoming ambiguous. Second, China has suddenly erupted, as if it doesn't care anymore. How come the two strongest of the five permanent members of the UN Security Council seem to be indifferent?"

Fujimaru Ritsuka hurriedly tried to change the subject, but then discovered an even more explosive question.

Yang Nai slapped her face with her hand: "You might as well just tell me it's the end of the world tomorrow. That way I can make some preparations."

"What are you going to prepare? If it's the end of the world, just lie down and relax."

"...I need to find someone to date, right? I can't die with—" Yang Nai glared at him through gritted teeth, then snorted and only said half a sentence.

She picked up a stack of documents and placed them in front of Fujimaru Ritsuka: "Stop talking nonsense and sign these first."

"Isn't this a bit too much?"

"sign!"

"Oh."

Fujimaru Ritsuka had no choice but to pick up the pen and obediently sign the documents one by one.

Yang Nai only picked up her phone after seeing that he had finally settled down to work and stopped spouting out a bunch of terrifying conjectures.

Her fingers flew across the screen as she quickly typed out the content of their discussion and sent it to representatives of the organization she knew well, or those she had only met once.

Of course, it was sent in a mass-message tone.

Simply put, they wanted to avoid their boss actually guessing the truth, and then being killed by the masterminds who had exposed them in a fit of rage.

It must be said that having a wide social circle does have its advantages.

As the second-in-command and de facto administrator of Chaldea, she was already well-known to other organizations in the Reform Council, so her information was not something that could be easily forgotten.

On the contrary, many people sent in questions expressing their doubts.

In particular, several organization leaders who are in the United States or have recently had contact with the United States.

One or two small-to-medium-sized grassroots organizations told her privately that they had recently encountered some strange things in the United States.

For example, the monster that appeared in the Chiba incident was one he had seen before when he broke into a corporate laboratory in America.

For example, vampire rumors have been mentioned again and again, which is unusual, and even led to the emergence of several vampire dens.

For example, the alchemists had another large-scale project underway at the beginning of the first half of the year.

All these signs made Yukino Shino sense that a storm was brewing.

179. Be a traitor? No, be a boss (6K2)

The more I know, the more uneasy I feel.

For Yang Nai, the world had changed into a completely unfamiliar form ever since she learned about the extraordinary events.

As someone who couldn't adapt to extraordinary materials, she once felt suffocated.

She had easily achieved outstanding success in various fields in the past, and thus she was somewhat complacent and proud, but this was ruthlessly shattered after she stepped into another world.

For Yang Nai, diligently learning the techniques of segmented thinking and gaining the ability to think in multiple threads was nothing more than a struggle.

I struggled to become an analyst, really just to see with my own eyes what the world would become.

He agreed to Fujimaru Ritsuka's request and became Chaldea's head butler, but he was still unable to completely alleviate his anxiety.

Interestingly, at least now I have a broader and higher perspective, and I am standing at the center of this era of change, looking forward to and waiting for transformation.

Must we continue to hope for the appearance of strong individuals and heroes? The feeling of having someone I trust shelter me from the storm is surprisingly not bad. But... I always feel a sense of unease.

Yang sighed, trying to banish his scattered and chaotic thoughts, and instead focused on analyzing the series of intelligence he had obtained.

Thoughts raced skillfully along different paths in Yang's mind. He temporarily created virtual personalities in his mind, considering decisions from the perspectives of several countries in order to understand the intentions hidden behind these actions.

As Fujimaru Ritsuka was reviewing documents, she glanced at Hinano, whose pupils were unfocused and whose eyes had lost their luster. She naturally understood Hinano's condition and couldn't help but sigh.

He had also asked Yang Nai about it and learned that she had already managed to use six thread loops for daily thinking and analysis. In a way, that was already quite remarkable.

Within the secretive alchemical organization of Type-Moon, one of the world's three major magical organizations, and the Atlas Institute, which houses an unknown number of world-destroying and world-saving weapons, very few individuals possess more than seven split thought circuits. In the story, it seems only Shion among the younger generation has reached this level. Unfortunately, the extraordinary abilities in this world are not exercised through innate magical circuits within the soul, but rather through a form similar to the fusion of external objects.

Unable to fuse with extraordinary materials and lacking the power to awaken a heroic spirit, Haruno is destined to remain an ordinary person forever.

And what about the future?

Many more people will encounter the same predicament as Yang Nai. Without magic, they will be far removed from extraordinary abilities, begging for protection in the face of powerful forces, and die an ordinary death when their lifespan comes to an end.

And what about the extraordinary? Even without examples, even retired old men in their fifties or sixties have been rejuvenated by magic.

For example, the elderly branch leader in the Tenmangu Rimo Ansen incident was still able to wear heavy armor and wield a greatsword with great skill despite his advanced age.

He didn't want to see Yang Nai's hair all white one day.

You'll have to work for me for the rest of your life.

Fujimaru Ritsuka lowered her eyes and quietly looked at the documents in front of her, seemingly hoping for something.

"Fujimaru! When will the documents be finished being reviewed? There's something I want to tell you."

"Hmm? It's just that some future procurement plans and subsequent publicity strategies haven't been confirmed yet. Since you already have an idea, let's go with what you think for now." Fujimaru Ritsuka picked up a pen, ready to quickly sign it and then listen to what new discoveries Haruno might have.

But his hand was grabbed by Yang Nai.

Her strength, which was negligible compared to that of Fujimaru Ritsuka, stopped him.

"I think... some of the options need to be reconsidered. Let me share my thoughts first."

Fujimaru Ritsuka had intended to make a joke, but he felt that the hand gripping his wrist had changed drastically—it was icy cold and constantly sweating, giving off a damp feeling.

"You say it."

Yang Nai pursed her lips, her body trembling slightly. She spoke in a trembling voice, "Fujimaru... what would you think if I told you that there are two major powers on Earth that are ready to give up on maintaining the order of modern society?"

“Nonsense.” Fujimaru Ritsuka said without hesitation, “But if it’s Haruno-nee who said it, I think I need to hear your own analysis.”

"Judging from recent developments, the United States may have already colluded with the Dead Apostles." Yono's first words sent a chill down Fujimaru Ritsuka's spine.

She recounted the information she had previously obtained to Fujimaru Ritsuka.

Inferior Dead Apostles were previously discovered by other infiltrators in American laboratories; numerous vampire lairs capable of being directed have appeared within the United States; the alchemists' long-term mission...

"Combined with the fact that the United States plundered supernatural materials during the Spirit Tomb incident, cooperated in obtaining management rights of the Spirit Tomb but never sent any powerful figures to London, and recently recklessly promoted the exposure of supernatural events... I always feel that the United States is cooperating with the enemy to disrupt the world order for its own profit."

Yukinoshita raised her head and asked uncertainly, "Do you think it's possible?"

Fujimaru Ritsuka was speechless.

It is well known that the American ecosystem is very stable, and the wealthy, or more accurately, the corporations, possess the power to dominate the world's most powerful nation.

At the dawn of a new era, they suffer from the fact that their national history is too shallow, or rather, that those with profound historical knowledge have mostly died out.

So, it used every means at its disposal, relying on its still overwhelming violence to cobble together a legacy similar to that of alchemists.

With the combination of modern technology and magic, it has gone very far, creating a series of powerful alchemical tools, and its specialization in bio-alchemy is renowned worldwide.

Every alchemist is accompanied by a small army.

But this general direction was set by certain people in the upper echelons. Everyone knows that the entire ruling class of America is yearning for ways to prolong life and even regain youth.

While in London, many of the inhumane laboratories he raided may have been supported by the United States.

So is it possible for them to be together?