radicalducati 31. The Legend of the Giant of Light
31. The Legend of the Giant of Light
Jiang Yu could roughly guess the purpose of Director Sawai's visit. As the highest-ranking officer of TPC, Sawai Soichiro was unlikely to be uninvolved in his affairs.
The reason people come to him, this little-known "alien," is not only to express goodwill from Earthlings, but more likely to obtain relevant useful intelligence.
Recently, Earth seems to have suddenly become a different world: time machines, ancient monsters, pyramids, resurrected giants, and the Kirieloids who have been hiding in the human world for a long time...
Each of these events would leave humanity, lacking sufficient power, in a state of utter chaos.
As the person in charge, Director Sawai carries the heaviest burden on his shoulders.
Jiang Yu looked at the visible fatigue on Director Zejing's face and felt a surge of respect.
No matter what world you're in, it's thanks to people like these that so many ordinary people can live and work in peace and contentment.
Jiang Yu didn't intend to hide anything. Since this accident had exposed him to the upper echelons of TPC, it was especially important to gain more mutual trust.
Nexter's powers are down to three transformation opportunities, and there's a high probability of significant long-term effects.
If possible, Jiang Yu hoped that Zejing could mobilize the power of TPC to help Daigo deal with any possible accidents.
Don't blame him for being selfish; he just wanted to ensure his own survival.
"Mr. Jiang Yu, I'm sorry to disturb your rest, but there are some things I think we need to discuss with each other."
Sawai found a chair in the room and sat down. Yoshioka, Megumi, and Daigo stood behind Sawai, holding their breath.
Even Yoshioka, who seemed to have a lot of opinions about Jiang Yu, no longer had a dark expression and was listening attentively.
He knew his old partner was right about many things, and he knew he had to listen to him when necessary.
Seeing Director Sawai's sincere expression, Jiang Yu didn't mince words. He sat up straight and his expression also became serious.
"Director Sawai, please feel free to ask me anything. I will answer to the best of my knowledge."
"First, regarding Mr. Jiang Yu's origins, according to TPC's database, you are an alien who suddenly appeared."
And the timing of its appearance roughly coincides with the arrival of the time machine on Earth, is that right?
Sawai's originally kind face gradually turned serious. Everything that had happened recently started with the time machine.
As for the time machine, all the relevant experts at TPC have been researching it day and night, but they still cannot figure out its origin.
No, to be precise, they all don't want to believe it.
Therefore, we must acknowledge that 30 million years ago, there was already a far more brilliant ancient human civilization on Earth than we are today.
At the very least, no country or organization on Earth today can send a time machine into outer space and have it return to Earth on a predetermined trajectory 30 million years later.
Even if we gather the power of all humanity, it would still fall short. First of all, how to preserve it for such a long time is a huge problem.
Compared to researchers, Director Sawai has his own ideas.
He was willing to believe either possibility.
What he cares about now is not whether a more brilliant civilization once existed.
What he cares about most is what the time machine is trying to express, and what they can do to ensure that humanity can overcome this obstacle.
With the research on the time machine proving fruitless, Jiang Yu, an alien who appeared around the same time as the time machine, naturally became a figure of great hope for Director Sawai.
Perhaps Jiang Yu is related to the ancient humans mentioned in the time machine?
Jiang Yu understood what Director Zejing meant and found it somewhat amusing; this was essentially labeling him and You Lian as one of their own.
Unfortunately, that's not the case at all; it's all the fault of Paragi pyroxene.
"Director Sawai, whether you believe it or not, I must explain that my origins have nothing to do with that time machine."
I know quite a bit, and I can share the relevant information, but please don't misunderstand, and I have no ill intentions towards Earth.
As he spoke, Jiang Yu shrugged and smiled wryly, indicating that he was still in a hospital bed.
If they truly harbored malicious intent, why would any alien be in such a sorry state after saving humanity?
If they really want to invade Earth, then these aliens are really pathetic.
If I had to describe it...
They're probably even weaker than the Natan aliens?
"I understand. So, Mr. Jiang Yu, were you aware of these crises occurring on Earth?"
Monsters, aliens, or even giants?
At the end, Director Sawai's expression became somewhat unnatural.
He didn't want to doubt Tiga, after all, Tiga always appeared to eliminate monsters, and sometimes he would protect the GUTS team's aircraft or personnel.
However, being in a position of power means having to consider all sorts of possibilities, even if it means being unreasonable.
If I remember correctly, Jiang Yu in front of me has been protected by Ultraman Tiga several times.
When the Kirieloids appeared, Jiang Yu was first rescued with Megumi Kijima, and then with Shinjo.
Sawai valued the opinion of the friendly alien in front of him, hoping to convince him to stop doubting in the future.
Incidentally, it also helps to keep Yoshioka in line.
Sawai has noticed that his old buddy always uses the excuse that the future of Earth cannot be handed over to the unknown giants to propose rebuilding the Earth Defense Force.
The peace we enjoy today is hard-won; restarting the defense forces would be...
As Director Sawai pondered, Daigo, standing behind him, looked like he was about to burst out, opening his mouth as if to say something.
He had always thought that only Director Yoshioka had a problem with Ultraman Tiga, but he never expected that Sawai, the benefactor who had promoted him, would also...
Just as Daigo was about to make a move, Megumi Kijima stopped him, shaking her head to signal him to calm down.
Such things are inevitable unless Daigo reveals his identity.
But if his identity is exposed, given some people's ambition for Ultraman's power, Daigo might be in danger.
"I don't know much about monsters. Monsters like Golzamelba are usually native to Earth, native to this planet."
Jiang Yu gave an example, saying that it was impossible for Zejing to explain monsters like an encyclopedia.
When we were kids, we were so busy watching Ultraman fight monsters that we didn't care where those monsters came from.
"As for monsters like Gazort, I think you know better than I do that this is something that cannot be avoided for humanity to develop."
Director Sawai and the others nodded silently. Through the investigation and research of Horii and others, they also learned of this.
It's true that the Lightning Man is also an indigenous inhabitant of Earth, but humans can no longer live without electromagnetic waves.
If humanity were to give up the use of electromagnetic waves in exchange for a chance to coexist peacefully with the Lightning People, not only would Sawai be condemned by the world's people, but the entire TPC would be subjected to a barrage of insults.
"Among aliens, I have only dealt with the Kirieloids from that day so far. As far as I know, they are currently divided into two factions."
Jiang Yu stared intently at Sawai, then glanced at Kijima Megumi.
He was unsure whether Daigo had spoken to Megumi, or whether Sawai had received a report.
But judging from the surprise on Megumi's face, there was probably no report, whether it was because there wasn't enough time or something else.
"Please elaborate, Mr. Jiang Yu."
Upon hearing the crucial information, Director Sawai perked up, while Yoshioka, standing next to him, stared wide-eyed like saucers.
Those damned Kirieloids have embarrassed him several times.
"The Kirieloids are currently divided into two factions. One faction consists of the guy who appeared that day and claimed to be a prophet, while the other faction consists of the one who approached me later and wanted me to join them, claiming to be a saint."
.........
That's roughly it.
After Jiang Yu finished telling everything he knew in the bridge hole that day, he quietly waited for Ze Jing and the others' reaction.
Sawai fell into deep thought. After a while, she looked up and made eye contact with Yoshioka. A moment later, she let out a long sigh.
"In that case, the situation doesn't seem to be extremely bad."
"If possible, Your Excellency, could you provide us with a list of the other faction of Kirielords?"
Jiang Yu was somewhat surprised; they were already looking to reach a cooperation agreement much faster than he had anticipated.
But thinking about it, it makes sense. Given that the Kirieloids can grant immortality, Director Sawai has no way to persuade someone who has dedicated their entire life to humanity to give up such an opportunity, nor is it necessary.
Comparatively speaking, reaching an agreement to eliminate another faction that wants to rule the Earth is a more worthwhile deal for the TPC.
"Okay, I'll help you make the contact when I have the chance. I won't get involved in the specifics of how you discuss it."
Jiang Yu's eyes flashed. With Da Gu backing him up, he believed TPC wouldn't suffer any losses.
"Finally, there's the matter of the Giant of Light."
Jiang Yu said with a smile:
"According to that saint, there are no traces of the giants of light in the universe now, but they have left behind legends of saving the world in various places."
Once a civilization survives a crisis, or refuses the giants' intervention, they will depart.
I think you don't need to worry about the intentions of Ultraman Tiga or even the newly appeared giant.
If you're really worried and just want to rely on humanity's own strength to protect the Earth, then talk to Ultraman Tiga when he appears next time.
Many civilizations in the universe have faced crises.
Director Sawai and old man Yoshioka blushed at Jiang Yu's words. Given the current situation on Earth, how could they possibly be separated from Tiga?
P.S.: I managed to finish this late at night, please continue reading! This is seriously affecting my grades, I really have no choice, please help!
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