I created a foundation

Even Kato Megumi, whose presence was practically synonymous with the rules, couldn't ignore the leaden fear in the air. She sat quietly, watching the pale faces around her, and for the first time, a wave of powerlessness began to rise within her.

The rest of the technicians and ordinary investigators were even more pale-faced. Some of them trembled uncontrollably, while others stepped back subconsciously, as if trying to escape from this despairing doomsday scene.

The red warning light continued to spin stubbornly, casting flickering shadows in everyone's eyes.

Apart from the residual hissing of electricity in the communication channel and the extremely suppressed breathing of the crowd, no other sound could be heard in the command hall.

The air seemed to solidify into substance, weighing heavily on everyone's chest, making it hard to breathe.

The huge electronic clock on the wall coldly displayed the passage of time. At this moment, the monotonous "ticking" sound was like the footsteps of death, hitting everyone's nerves on the verge of collapse again and again.

Just when despair was about to drown everyone like a tide.

Lin Qing slowly stood up.

His movements were not fast, and even had a bit of casualness in his usual manner, but such a simple standing up, like a magnet, instantly attracted the attention of everyone in the command hall.

The usual lazy and playful smile on his face disappeared.

Instead, there is a calmness as deep as the sea, and a majesty that belongs to the "King" that has not been revealed for a long time but is deeply rooted in the soul.

Those black eyes that usually always showed a bit of playfulness and nonchalance were now like two bottomless cold pools, but at the deepest part, there was a faint burning of some kind of heart-pounding hot light.

He looked around, his gaze calmly sweeping over the faces of Kasumigaoka Utaha, Shinomiya Kaguya, Eriri, Busujima Saeko, Yotsuya Miko, Yukinoshita Yukino, Kato Megumi... and every member of the foundation.

Those looks, some of which were filled with fear, some with despair, some with confusion, and some with a hint of hope, all fell into his eyes.

"Calm down."

He spoke.

The voice was not loud, even a little low, but it was as clear as a bell and reached everyone's ears, carrying a strange power that was enough to calm people's hearts.

At this moment, the confused thoughts seemed to be forcibly suppressed by an invisible big hand.

Lin Qing's gaze first fell on Kasumigaoka Utaha.

"Shiyu."

"exist!"

Kasumigaoka Utaha straightened her back almost subconsciously, and her eyes, which had been slightly distracted by fear, now regained a glimmer of light.

"You are in charge of overall command."

Lin Qing's tone was steady, yet filled with unquestionable determination.

"Coordinate with all logistics departments to ensure the base can operate normally under any circumstances. At the same time, immediately connect with all government channels controlled by the Shinomiya Foundation and make all necessary preparations for public opinion guidance, information blockade, and... post-disaster reconstruction."

"Yes!"

Kasumigaoka Utaha took a deep breath and nodded heavily. Her voice was a little hoarse due to the effort, but her eyes had regained their former sharpness and decisiveness.

Lin Qing turned his gaze to Shinomiya Kaguya and Hayasaka Ai on the other side.

"Kaguya, Hayasaka."

"Mr. Lin."

"clear."

The two girls responded at the same time. Although there was still shock on their faces, they were more solemn as if they were waiting for instructions.

"You will return to the Shinomiya family immediately."

Lin Qing's voice was calm.

"Use all the forces the Shinomiya Group can mobilize, at any cost, to ensure absolute stability in the Tokyo metropolitan area and indeed the entire Kanto region. Monitor all unusual activity to prevent any potential secondary disasters. Be especially vigilant for any entities attempting to exploit the chaos in Izu."

"As you wish, Mr. Lin."

Shinomiya Kaguya's eyes were determined, and her determination as the heir of the Shinomiya family was clearly revealed at this moment. Hayasaka Aiya also bowed slightly to show that she accepted the order.

Lin Qing's gaze then turned to Busujima Saeko, Eriri, and Yotsuya Miko who were standing not far away.

"Zezi, Yinglili, Mianzi."

Upon hearing the voice, the three girls immediately stepped forward with solemn expressions.

"You three will immediately lead all available Foundation personnel to form an emergency response team."

Lin Qing's gaze lingered on them briefly, his tone serious.

"The first priority is to defend the base. This is our last line of defense and the cornerstone of all subsequent operations. Unless you receive direct orders from me, you are not allowed to attack without authorization. Just in case..."

".!"

The three of them responded in unison, their voices carrying a hint of the resolve of someone entrusted with a heavy responsibility and a resolute determination not to retreat. They knew this might be the most severe test they would ever face.

Even Nanami Aoyama, who had been in charge of logistics and thought she could not help much, held her breath at this moment, clenched her hands tightly, waiting for even a trivial arrangement, and she was willing to do her best.

Lin Qing arranged all matters in an orderly manner.

The suffocating panic and despair in the command hall, under his calm and decisive orders, were like the surface of a lake into which a huge rock had been thrown. Although the waves were still surging, they were gradually replaced by a tense and orderly atmosphere.

It seemed as if everyone had found their backbone again in their hearts.

He paused, and his deep gaze once again cast on the main control screen the terrifying figure that was still raging in the violent rainstorm - the Deep Sea King.

"As for the Deep Sea King..."

His voice was as quiet as water, yet it carried an irresistible power as heavy as a mountain.

Under the complex gazes of everyone in the command hall—some worried, some in awe, some trusting, some relying on, and even with a hint of indescribable fanatical worship.

Lin Qing turned around and took a step forward.

He walked towards the elevator that led to the helipad on the top floor of the base, which was reserved for his use only.

At this moment, his back did not appear to be very tall and majestic, and even looked a little thin compared to the towering Deep Sea King on the screen.

But in the eyes of all the foundation members, this figure seemed to hold up a sky that was about to collapse, blocking all the despair that was about to fall down.

Every step he took was steady and firm, like a monarch walking in his own kingdom.

The alloy elevator door slid open silently behind him, and the faint blue indicator light flickered in the slightly dim passage.

Lin Qing did not look back, but left a word before stepping into the darkness of the elevator.

Those words, like thunder, echoed clearly in the command hall that had fallen into silence again, and were deeply imprinted in everyone's heart.

"I will personally take care of it."

He stepped in.

The heavy alloy elevator door slowly and silently began to close.

The crack in the door narrowed, eventually completely blocking everyone in the command hall from view. It also carried the suffocating pressure of terror, and the single, heavy hope in everyone's hearts, out to the distant land ravaged by storm and plagued by disaster.

Chapter 65: Containing 007 and the Ultimate Creature, Izu.

The coastline of the Izu Peninsula twisted and groaned in the hysterical storm.

The sky was leaden grey, so thick it seemed ready to collapse at any moment, completely swallowing up this devastated land. The sea was inky black, surging with devouring waves. Every time they crashed against the rocks and beaches, a deafening roar erupted, as if the very earth itself was trembling.

The rain was pouring down, and the raindrops were so dense that they seemed to pierce the air, blurring all the scenery between heaven and earth.

In the center of this apocalyptic scene, a hideous and terrifying figure was enjoying a feast of slaughter.

Deep Sea King.

Its slimy, dark green skin was covered in tough scales, its muscles bulging with explosive power. The crown atop its head tilted, stained with dark red blood and shredded flesh, adding to its brutality. Its bloody mouth gaped, revealing sharp white teeth, and it let out a deep, contented roar.

At its feet lay the mutilated bodies of Self-Defense Force members and the twisted wreckage of armored vehicles. The crimson blood mixed with the muddy rainwater, flowing in winding streams, a shocking sight.

It felt like a god in this torrential rainstorm, ruling over the life and death of all living things. Every swipe of its sharp claws, every flick of its barbed tail, could easily tear through steel and shatter flesh. This feeling of unbridled power intoxicated it.

It licked the blood foam remaining at the corner of its mouth, and its scarlet tongue looked particularly weird in the rain.

These land creatures are too fragile.

Just as the Deep Sea King was about to search for the next "toy" that could give it a little pleasure, its movements suddenly stopped.

Those bloodshot eyes, as dark as the abyss, suddenly raised up and looked at the gloomy sky.

A figure suddenly appeared in the airspace completely occupied by strong winds and heavy rain.

There was no help from any flying tools, nor any energy fluctuations.

The figure hovered silently, as if the storm, powerful enough to rip steel apart, was but a gentle breeze to him. The rain, once within a foot of his body, automatically slid aside, forming an invisible barrier.

The Deep Sea King's huge pupils suddenly contracted.

It smelled an aura from that tiny human that made it extremely unhappy, and even... a faint sense of threat.

Lin Qing.

He slowly descended, his movements as light as a falling feather, and silently stood dozens of meters in front of the Deep Sea King. The mud and blood under his feet seemed to deliberately avoid his clean shoes.

The ordinary black casual clothes he was wearing seemed out of place in such an environment, but they also revealed an indescribable calmness.

"It's you, making the noise?"

Lin Qing's voice was calm and not loud, but it clearly penetrated the noise of the wind and rain and reached the ears of the Deep Sea King.

The Deep Sea King opened its huge mouth and let out a deafening roar. The sound mixed with the fishy smell formed a visible shock wave that swept towards Lin Qing. It hated the feeling of being looked down upon, especially in front of a land creature that looked so weak.

"Roar!"

In response to it, Lin Qing's still calm eyes.

When the shock wave approached Lin Qing, it was like hitting an invisible wall and disappeared in an instant.

A flash of surprise flashed across the Deep Sea King's eyes, then gave way to an even more intense rage. It suddenly arched its body like a giant crocodile hunting for prey, the ground beneath its feet cracking with a bang. Its entire body transformed into a dark green afterimage, carrying immense force as it charged straight at Lin Qing.

The huge claws, powerful enough to smash a tank, grabbed Lin Qing's head with a scream that tore through the air.

Lin Qing tilted his head slightly.

It’s just such a simple action.

The Deep Sea King's attack, which was sure to succeed, just brushed past the end of his hair and hit the ground behind him heavily.

Boom!