The group had split into two factions. One faction remained cautiously waiting, hoping that Ms. Chiba might accept the leadership succession. The other faction, however, had completely transformed into a group of madmen who believed themselves to be above all laws—those worldly laws they deemed should be shattered. This included the government, all rules and laws, and even… the royal family!
Who knows? They've already dared to attack a royal prince. Will they bomb the Parliament building tomorrow? And the day after tomorrow, will they send assassins to harm His Majesty?
These are people that neither the police, the military, nor special security personnel can deal with. And their presence was felt in that maritime disaster!
“Our organization doesn’t like to wait, and neither do I personally.” Phoenix’s tone became a little stern: “In North America, some families have begun to push forward, and under their influence, the secret legislation plan has begun to move forward. Our world, and its integration with this world, is an unstoppable trend and current. A group that holds great power cannot remain outside the system of this world forever, nor can it survive underground like rats. Everything will eventually see the light of day… Our efforts in Japan have already demonstrated our intentions.”
Yoshio Miyauchi smiled wryly; he knew very well what these people wanted... legislation?
joke!
What they're demanding is legislation! A law specifically for these "previous evolved human groups"! To establish the legitimate status of this group that has already risen above humanity!
He had vaguely learned about these people's demands before... that bill. Although it was proposed as a secret bill, and these people had indicated that they did not intend to make it public for a long time... but!
Even though Yoshio Miyauchi didn't see all of those clauses, he made an accurate assessment: this was a "privileged law"!
Once this legislation is formalized into law, these individuals will legally become a privileged class in the human world! They will step out from their previous aloofness from the secular world and from the shadows of the world, into the forefront!
More importantly, these people do indeed possess very powerful abilities!
Technology, biotechnology!! I've heard that even NASA in the US humbled itself years ago, seeking cooperation with these groups and reaping considerable benefits. And if this beautiful "Mr. Copper" is right, these groups do indeed wield immense influence, capable of pushing those American tycoon families to pass a secret bill in their Congress… Damn it!
Suddenly, Yoshio Miyauchi felt a chill in his heart: Could this attack be more complicated than it appears on the surface?
Perhaps... those madmen who betrayed their country and their nation, those fanatics who attacked the royal family, were actually organized and instigated by this Mr. Copper?
Is this all to force us to cooperate with them?!
Going even further, to say something truly incisive: Could it be that these guys are also behind the split of Japan's ancient and traditional supernatural ability groups into two factions?!
Just as Yoshio Miyauchi was sweating profusely, Princess Chiyoko, who had been sitting upright, suddenly spoke.
Her voice was soft, and her words were brief: "Service agencies, clubs... we can also seek cooperation with them."
Phoenix glanced at the princess, this quiet girl, who seemed not as frail as she appeared. However, hearing her words still elicited a faint smile from Phoenix.
“Yes,” Phoenix said without hesitation. “Your side is perfectly capable of adopting such a strategy. However… I’d like to understand, is His Highness the Prince’s attitude your final stance? We previously sent people to protect you, exerted our efforts to help you suppress those restless rebels, and all the other efforts we made—are you simply going to ignore them all?”
She looked at Chiyoko, who was young and inexperienced, her face flushed slightly, and her eyes showed a hint of panic.
Phoenix withdrew her gaze and, in a tone as if issuing an ultimatum, slowly spoke to the figure behind the curtain. She spoke very slowly, and she understood that the Supreme Emperor could understand her words... The so-called Supreme Emperor only speaking divine language and crane sounds was simply a joke.
"Please don't be misled by your so-called worldly power, status, and strength. Know this: to a group like ours, those things are utterly insignificant! A group like ours has no ambition for any power in this world, because if people like us wanted to, if we had even the slightest ambition, this world would be..." Phoenix paused deliberately, then coldly added in a tone as utterly annihilated as "easily within our grasp!"
Yoshio Miyauchi remained silent, and as for the supreme being beside him, he was still just a statue.
"So... what exactly do you want?" Chiyoko's breathing suddenly quickened, a hint of hatred flashing in her eyes. This hatred wasn't directed at Phoenix, but at the entire group of superpowered beings. It was directed at this emerging, new "ethnicity," or rather, "new humans," existing outside of humanity!
Chiyoko leaned forward slightly: "You're colluding with governments everywhere. Compromising, extending your tentacles, spreading your influence! In Asia, in the Americas, in Europe, in Africa! What do you want?!"
Phoenix remained calm as she looked at the girl, a hint of pity still lingering in her eyes.
"The only path we seek is a path, a path leading to the 'future'!"
Chiyoko's expression was somewhat disdainful, but more so, it was one of disbelief.
Phoenix sighed inwardly, but her face remained firm.
“One day. I only have one last day to wait.” She coldly stared at the figure behind the curtain. “By this time tomorrow, if I don’t have a satisfactory answer that allows us to reach an agreement, I will leave Japan, and everyone in our organization will leave Japan. And after that… what happens here will no longer be our concern. But please believe one thing: this world is changing, no… this world has already changed! If you are unwilling to change with us, then… you will only be abandoned by the future ‘new humans’!”
After saying that, the cold expression on her face suddenly turned into a slight smile. She turned around, walked to the door, bowed to the people in the room, and smiled, "I heard that there is a royal hunting ground behind this place. Please send someone to take me there for a good tour. I believe that I will have a good hunt in this perfect season for hunting."
Phoenix smiled and left, leaving the few people in the room in silence.
Behind the curtain, His Majesty finally spoke. His unique and sharp "crane voice" still sounded so strange. When His Majesty spoke, Yoshio Miyauchi immediately bowed respectfully and listened attentively. Then he stood up, put on a stern face, and said, "His Majesty has instructed: Chiyoko, it is time for you to change your mind."
Chiyoko's face was somewhat sorrowful. She glanced at the "deity" behind the curtain and slowly spoke: "I am well aware of my identity and obligations. I will inevitably be pushed out. If I refuse, you will gag me, tie my hands and feet, and then push me onto that altar! But I only want to ask one question, Your Majesty, and the Minister of the Palace..."
Chiyoko had already stood up; her hands were trembling, and she even knocked over the teacup in front of her.
"These people want to create some kind of 'new human race.' Even if it's some kind of secret law, it will eventually be revealed!"
Yes! They are powerful! They are a gifted group, almost omnipotent! They can easily acquire unimaginable wealth and power, and then influence the world, even the governments of nations! Their power is greater than that of an army; they can even unleash tsunamis and cause disasters like gods! I even believe that if they wanted to, they could detonate Mount Fuji and sink Japan!
They're a bunch of guys who've wielded powers that shouldn't belong to this world! These people probably think they're gods!
When that time comes, a new order will emerge. How will we, the "humans," conduct ourselves when facing this "new humanity"? Will we cooperate as equals... or will we be led by them?!
Chapter 228 [Shadow]
On an autumn evening, in a hunting ground garden behind the manor, Phoenix, dressed in hunting attire, strolled slowly along a forest path, a Remington double-barreled shotgun casually in her hand. The walnut stock was engraved with the chrysanthemum emblem, a symbol of royalty. Her tall leather boots rustled as they walked through the undergrowth.
Behind Phoenix, two young royal servants followed cautiously, maintaining a distance of ten paces. One carried a bullet pouch, while the other led a rigorously trained hunting dog. Both couldn't help but frequently cast admiring glances at Phoenix's retreating figure. This girl, so beautiful she seemed almost otherworldly, dressed in hunting attire and carrying a rifle, exuded a heroic and spirited aura that genuinely captivated them, even though they were accustomed to the gentle and submissive ladies of the palace. Watching Phoenix's long hair flutter in the forest breeze from afar, a hint of mesmerization flickered in their eyes from time to time.
This royal hunting ground is teeming with pheasants, rabbits, and dozens of deer. Of course, for the safety of the royal family, there are no wild animals.
Phoenix walked slowly along the way, and several times she saw pheasants with brightly colored feathers hopping in the grass and on low branches, but each time she raised her hunting rifle, she slowly put it down.
Phoenix slowed her pace, a slight smile appearing on her face, and raised her hunting rifle, gesturing as she stood still, until the outline of a small deer's colorful body emerged from the gaps in the bushes ahead.
The well-trained hounds remained silent, without uttering a sound. A servant quickly stepped forward and respectfully handed over the bullets. Phoenix gently loaded the bullets into the chamber, held the gun level, and aimed at the fawn unaware of the approaching danger lurking in the gaps of the distant jungle, taking aim for a moment.
The two servants behind him had already prepared their speeches, waiting for the gunshot to ring out so they could immediately unleash the hounds. Then, they could freely utter the praises and eulogies they had prepared.
However, after aiming for a while, Phoenix sighed softly and slowly lowered her shotgun. A faint pity appeared on her beautiful face, and she finally murmured to herself, "Life should be respected."
The two palace servants behind Phoenix naturally did not understand the meaning of Phoenix's words. They looked at the distinguished guest with some confusion. Their orders were to serve the distinguished guest with the utmost respect and to do everything possible to meet any of the distinguished guest's requests.