In Fuuto: Starting as a Kamen Rider 01

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"From this moment forward, initiate the highest level of surveillance on Su Chen!"

His voice was filled with unquestionable authority.

"I want to know who he meets every day!"

"What did you say?!"

Even what they ate!

"I want to expose everything about him to the light of day! To leave him nowhere to hide!"

Every word Sonozaki Ryubei uttered seemed to be squeezed out from between her teeth, carrying a chilling aura.

He wants to make that arrogant brat pay the price for his arrogance today.

Meanwhile, on the other side of the city, inside the Narumi Detective Agency.

The atmosphere was completely different from the oppressive atmosphere at Sonozaki's house.

Director Akiko Narumi was holding her cheeks in her hands, her eyes sparkling with countless pink heart-shaped bubbles.

She stared at the trailer for the "Second Wind Tower" project on the TV news with a dreamy look on her face.

In the trailer, Su Chen, representing the partners, is dressed in a well-fitting suit, smiling and speaking eloquently to the camera.

Wow! So handsome!

Akiko let out a satisfied sigh.

"Shotaro! Philip! Look!"

She excitedly called out to her companions.

"The president of Zero One Technology is several times more handsome than Princess Wakana's idol partner!"

"cut."

Shotaro Zuo leaned against the window, curled his lip in disdain upon hearing this, and put his hands in his pockets.

"Just a pretentious guy."

Although he said that, the image of Kamen Rider 01, with his golden hair and overwhelming power, involuntarily appeared in his mind.

That power cannot be explained by mere "pretending".

He secretly admitted that the man was indeed quite capable.

It was more troublesome than many of the dopants he had ever seen.

Su Chen himself did not take the threat from the Sonozaki family seriously at all.

To him, Sonozaki Ryubei's anger was nothing more than the impotent rage of a defeated dog.

At this moment, he had returned to the underground research institute of Zero One Technology Company.

In his eyes, that so-called "Feast at Hongmen" was nothing more than an opportunity to observe the local "museum" up close.

The dangerous signals he gleaned only reinforced his belief in the necessity of accelerating the evolution of his own power.

The situation in Fengdu was more complicated than he had anticipated.

To gain a foothold here, or even go further, absolute power is essential.

“Iz”.

Su Chen stared at the enormous holographic screen in front of him.

The screen displayed a 3D city map of the city, with the vast port area highlighted in particular.

"The data on Tyrannosaurus Rex's land combat has been initially collected, but it is not enough."

His fingers tapped lightly on the console.

"The battle in Futo was not limited to land."

"The threat from the ocean should not be underestimated."

"We have begun modeling and developing underwater combat configurations."

Su Chen's gaze was deep, as if he could see through the screen and into the turbulent sea.

"The target... will be the top predator in the ocean."

"Instructions confirmed, President."

Izzy's voice remained as steady as ever, without any emotional fluctuation.

A glint of dark blue light flashed in her eyes.

"We have begun developing a brand new program ascension key based on the 'shark' model."

Countless complex data streams began to rapidly calculate on the virtual screen in front of her, constructing that ferocious power from the deep sea.

The night in the windy city remains deep and dark.

An undercurrent that will sweep through the city is brewing silently.

At the center of the vortex, the man named Su Chen had already turned his gaze to the deeper and more mysterious azure ocean.

He knew that the real challenge might have only just begun.

Chapter Twelve: The Second Wind Tower Project

Su Chen's gaze pierced through the office's floor-to-ceiling windows, overlooking the city below—the Wind Capital—a place that felt both familiar and unfamiliar.

Becoming the uncrowned king of Fengdu's underground was merely a small footnote in his plan, a temporary period of dormancy.

His true aim was far broader and more dazzling than the power lurking in the shadows.

He wanted to make the name "Zero One Technology" shine like an eternal star in the sky above the windy city.

Its technology should become the lifeblood of the city, the air that its citizens breathe.

It is no longer a clandestine infiltration under the cover of undercurrents, but an undisputed and complete control under the sunlight.

The gears of fate seem to always favor the prepared soul.

A golden opportunity, without any complicated warnings, yet carrying the weight of a game-changer, knocked on his door.

The heavy door to the office, a symbol of power and technology, slid open silently.

Secretary Izzy moved with the precision of a meticulously calculated program. She bowed slightly, her clear electronic eyes devoid of any emotion, as she led an important visitor slowly into the room.

"President Su Chen, I've long admired your name."

The voice was clear and pleasant, yet contained an undeniable firmness, like a stream thawing in early spring, carrying a sharp edge.

The visitor was a woman.

She was around thirty years old, but her face no longer showed any signs of youthfulness; instead, it radiated the wisdom that comes with age.

A well-tailored dark business suit accentuated her tall and capable figure. Without any unnecessary accessories, she exuded a commanding aura.

Her steps were steady and powerful, each step landing precisely on the ground, the sound of her high heels clicking crisply and rhythmically.

His eyes were bright and sharp as he stared directly at Su Chen, without the slightest hint of stage fright or flattery, only an equal scrutiny and undisguised inquiry.

Su Chen's gaze lingered on her for a few seconds, a barely perceptible hint of admiration flashing in his deep eyes.

Yayoi Takashima.

This name is now known to almost everyone in Fengdu's political circles.

She is the youngest member of the Fengdu City Council, yet also the most ruthless and prestigious star councilor.

The reformist banner she raised was like a lightning bolt piercing the dull sky, bringing new possibilities to this increasingly stagnant city.

Its enterprising spirit stands out in a parliament where conservative forces are deeply entrenched, and it is therefore deeply supported by the people who yearn for change.

"Member Takashima, it's a pleasure to meet you."

Su Chen spoke calmly, his voice gentle yet carrying a penetrating power.

He rose from behind his large desk, nodded slightly, and gestured for Izzy to serve the premium black tea that had been prepared beforehand.

"Please take a seat."

Izzy served up an exquisite bone china teacup, and the wafting aroma of tea instantly filled the air, slightly easing the tense atmosphere in the room.

Yayoi Takashima made no attempt at formalities. She nodded slightly in acknowledgment and sat down on the sofa in the reception area, her posture elegant and her back straight.

"I'll get straight to the point: President Su Chen's time is precious."

She didn't engage in any unnecessary small talk, nor did she make any tentative detours.

This decisiveness raised Su Chen's opinion of her even higher.

She took out a beautifully bound plan from her leather briefcase; the texture of the paper spoke of its importance.

She gently pushed the proposal onto the table in front of Su Chen with her slender fingers.

"The economic growth of Fengdu has almost stagnated in recent years. The old industrial structure is unsustainable, while new growth points have failed to emerge."

Her voice carried a hint of heaviness, but it was quickly replaced by unwavering conviction.

"The people need a shot in the arm, a tangible hope, to revitalize the city's confidence and energy."

"To this end, I joined forces with some like-minded colleagues in the parliament, and after countless days and nights of discussion and revision, we put forward a plan that can be described as magnificent."

Her gaze was intense, fixed directly on Su Chen.

"—'The Second Wind Tower Project'."

Every word is powerful.

Representative Takashima slowly unfolded the plan.

Su Chen's gaze fell upon it.

It was a huge and complex architectural blueprint, designed to far exceed the scale of the existing Wind Tower.

It is like a sharp sword piercing the sky, full of futuristic lines and the cold beauty of technology.

The tower's structure is complex and ingenious, shimmering with the luster of metal and glass, resembling a steel forest rising from the ground.

"This is not just a simple skyscraper."