Ultraman: Forced to become the Dark Boss

The person on the right is the head of the rescue department, the head of the relevant engineering emergency response department, and so on.

There were about a dozen people sitting there.

However, the reporters' cameras and microphones were all aimed at Kojima's commander.

"Mr. Kojima, why did the octagonal military satellite, which cost a fortune to develop, fail to stop the invaders? Wasn't it touted as an (indestructible) fortress during its initial construction?"

After a period of panic and a flurry of questions, the situation was finally brought under control.

The reporters began asking questions in an orderly fashion.

The first reporter to ask a question was a local reporter from Kyoto, and the question wasn't particularly tricky.

"Uh…"

"This is because the alien invaders codenamed Dinozor possess extremely strong immune defense capabilities on their outer skin, while the Octagonal Star Base military satellites were originally deployed to defend against meteorites and asteroid impacts on Earth, and no consideration was given to the possibility of a giant life form invading from outer space..."

The island commander's forehead was covered in beads of sweat.

Even in the air-conditioned reception hall, the heat couldn't stop emanating.

However, the first question was glossed over.

The reporter nodded, bowed slightly, and then sat down.

As for how this guy will write it later...

That's hard to say.

But they'll probably be beautify it a bit, right? ...

“I wanted to ask the UPIC captain a question, but it seems he’s not here today. The question I’m going to ask is very similar to the first one.”

The second reporter was not so easy to talk to.

His eyes were sharp, and his tone was unpleasant.

"Why did the domestically produced Shenying fighter jets, which were given high expectations by the public and the military, suffer a complete wipeout in just 31 seconds? If the pilots were competent, is there a technical defect in the aircraft itself?"

"what…"

The island commander is in trouble.

The ground defense commander standing nearby couldn't stand it any longer: "This reporter, please understand, the original design intent of the Divine Eagle fighter jet was to better perform aerial patrols and future outer space exploration. No aircraft made of any known material can stop any caliber of shell, let alone the massive beam of light Dinozore mentioned..."

"I see."

The second reporter also sat down expressionlessly.

But looking at him like this…

I'm afraid the UPC scandal will spread like wildfire tomorrow...

For example, the military's attitude was hostile, and they refused to acknowledge the aircraft's quality problems?

The third reporter also stood up.

This person is a reporter from the Global Times, and also an international journalist.

"Dear Mr. Kojima, the Japanese military's capabilities are evident to all. Your successful elimination of a giant life form codenamed Dinozoll demonstrates that you possess a certain level of military strike capability..."

The reporter first casually complimented the Japanese military.

Then he asked, "According to your investigation, what were the casualties in this ground attack? What about the three-headed monster that appeared afterward, the monster that devoured two Dinozolls like a predator, and the new monster that fought the predatory monster? Are they native to Japan? What is their connection? What is their stance towards humanity? Will they reappear?"

The reporter posed a series of probing questions, then waited quietly for Kojima and the others to explain.

UPC members: "..."

...

"Ugh, I got really badly flamed."

Hui Xia looked at the fine beads of sweat on the faces of the UPC executives, which were clearly visible even through the screen, with great sympathy, and shook her head slightly.

Journalists control a portion of public opinion, so to some extent it is a double-edged sword.

They diligently and vividly documented commentary that upheld social conscience, captivating photography, meticulous investigations, and gripping stories. When social systems were immature or flawed, or when the basic rights of ordinary people were violated, journalists often stepped forward.

However, if the government makes a mistake or commits a major error, journalists often persist in pursuing the matter relentlessly until the government takes concrete actions to correct the error in the future.

Due to the heavy casualties and the military's poor performance (the complete annihilation of the Japanese forces in outer space and air combat), the Japanese public is now facing an unprecedented crisis of trust in the government.

Simply put, the leadership team formed by this prime minister is probably not far from stepping down.

UPC is just the trigger. Soon, public discontent will be amplified infinitely by this disaster, many problems will be exposed, or old issues will be brought up again, in short...

This is a crisis of trust caused by a monster.

This is why, in the Nexus series, the Night Raid team works so hard to keep the aliens hidden from the world.

Panic is not only the foundation of the alien beasts' strength, but also a silent accusation against the government.

For the sake of social stability and regime stability, Japan must make effective decisions on this matter.

Or they could use other methods to divert public attention.

Chapter 9 Marine Life

This may be the most serious crisis in Japan's history.

The press conference ended abruptly, but the problems exposed by society and the government need to be addressed as soon as possible.

This is a consensus among UPC executives.

They were all subjected to a barrage of harsh criticism.

However, this has nothing to do with Huixia.

He was busy again at this time.

This has been going on for several days.

He has now figured out the pattern.

Before 9 a.m., around noon, and after 6 p.m.

This is the busiest time for coffee shops.

Especially at night.

After work, the single guys would sit in the shop, sipping coffee and snacks, watching Yoshimoto Sakura bustling about.

In particular, Sakura gently wiped the sweat from her forehead with her sleeve.

And the slight bow when paying the bill, revealing her fair neck.

There's also the gentlemanly curve of the short skirt billowing out as the body leans forward.

Yes, the world of men is that simple.

Although Hui Xia, who was deeply affected by the 21st century of her previous life, said that she was not tempted by even a little bit.

...

Compared to Sakura's happy job, Huixia's situation is much worse.

There are only two employees in the store.

He was the only male among them…

So he had no choice but to do some of the dirty and tiring work.

Late at night, he would sometimes touch the spark bracelet and deeply question his own identity.

He now felt that he was definitely the least "capable" guy among the Ultraman world transmigrators.

The only enjoyment these past few days has been that many UPC staff members come here for afternoon tea.

Occasionally they would tell interesting stories about training and patrols.

Following a crisis of confidence, UPC and the Japanese government are trying to divert public attention through various policies, competitions, and charitable activities.

For example, the recent surge in opposition to ocean pollution.

Hui Xia would then take the opportunity to pause for a while after they brought her the coffee.

Anyway, it's not a military secret.

These UPC members probably come here for coffee every day to support their boss's business.

It was only through the last press conference that Huixia learned that Mr. Yoshimoto was actually a high-ranking commander in the defense force…

He was the one who commanded the tank group that attacked Dinozoru last time.

The powerful beam cannon left a deep impression on him.

"Ah, I'm finally done with work again."

Hui Xia stretched.

Before he could even chat with the girl next to him for a while...

Then I saw the coffee shop door being pushed open again.

A somewhat familiar figure appeared before me.

Wow? It's that woman?

Originally full of anticipation, Li Mana also saw the man she thought was "dead".

I'm not afraid of a man and a woman being alone together, but I'm afraid of them staring at each other blankly, not knowing what to say.

The awkward atmosphere was eventually broken by someone.

"Ha, do Huixia-san and Mana-chan know each other?"

"do not know."

The two shook their heads in unison.

Yoshimoto Sakura tilted her head: "..."

You really don't recognize her? Then why are you gazing at her so affectionately? Isn't that how it's always portrayed in TV dramas?

The fire of gossip is burning fiercely.