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After Ultraman Geed used swift and decisive means to temporarily "package" all the alien beasts from around the world and send them to Mirror Earth.

The real world has gained a rare respite.

But... this is ultimately just a stopgap measure.

While Mirror Earth isolates the alien beasts from direct destruction of reality, it cannot eradicate their existence, nor can it prevent the chain reaction brought about by the collapse of [POTENTIALBARRIER]—the revival of human memories and the ensuing immense panic.

TLT-J Base, Central Command Room.

The atmosphere is still solemn.

Kira Yu looked at the world map on the screen, which had temporarily returned to calm, but there was no sign of relief on his face.

He knew that this was just the calm before the storm.

The real crisis lies in people's hearts.

"We must act immediately."

"While the alien beasts are temporarily gone, we must stabilize public sentiment and restore order!"

He said in a deep voice, "Only in this way can we control the frequency of the appearance of alien beasts within our control."

Kira nodded and began rapidly manipulating the control panel with his fingers.

"I am ready."

He pulled up several carefully edited video clips.

The scene shows Ultraman Nexus battling a monster, as well as the Night Raid team piloting fighter jets in coordinated combat.

These scenes, after being edited, have had overly gory and terrifying parts removed, highlighting Ultraman's power and humanity's determination to fight alongside him.

"Let's announce it to the public."

"I've been telling you... this is the power of Ultraman, the guardian of the universe. It was he who fought alongside us, TLT, and temporarily repelled the threat known as the 'Alien Beast'."

Looking at these images, one of the executives said.

"At the same time, emphasizing the existence of TLT is to protect humanity and combat this unknown threat."

“Continuing to cover it up will only breed panic and distrust. Now, we need to give people hope and a clear goal.”

"We can't hide it any longer."

Another senior official added.

These words quickly won unanimous agreement from everyone.

Soon, through the channels controlled by TLT and with the cooperation of governments around the world, information about "Ultraman" and "Alien Beasts" began to spread through various human channels.

The edited battle footage, coupled with official explanations, quickly dominated the headlines of major news media outlets.

"Confirmed! The identity of the silver giant has been revealed—Ultraman, the guardian from the universe!"

"TLT organization publicly declares: We will join hands with Ultraman to fight against the threat of alien beasts!"

"Experts analyze: The truth behind the Shinjuku incident two years ago has come to light!"

The incident caused an uproar.

Those who had just awakened from the resurgence of their memories, filled with fear and confusion about the "monsters" and "giants," seemed to have found an outlet for their emotions.

"I knew it! There must be something going on! The government was indeed keeping it from us!"

"Ultraman? That sounds so cringey... but he seems really strong!"

"TLT? What does this organization do? I've never heard of it before?"

"Anyway, as long as someone can deal with those monsters..."

Online, discussions are everywhere.

Although doubts and panic have not completely disappeared, the timely intervention of the authorities and the appearance of "Ultraman" have indeed calmed the restless people to some extent.

TLT deliberately showcased footage of Nexus and the Night Raid team working together, cleverly linking human effort with Ultraman's power, thus avoiding the extreme situation where people place all their hopes on "God".

Everything seemed to be developing in a controllable direction.

At least, that's how it appears on the surface.

……

Somewhere, in a dark corner.

Saijo Nagi, or rather, Dark Zagi, watched the news playing on the screen, a cold smile curving his lips.

"Ultraman...hope..."

How foolish, humans.

They actually placed their hopes on a vague and ethereal "light" so quickly.

They simply don't understand that hope and despair are often separated by only a fine line.

……

in a few days

On the outskirts of the city, the sirens wailed once again!

The ground suddenly collapsed, and a gigantic alien beast, like a lizard magnified countless times, covered in hard shells and spitting corrosive slime, emerged from the ground!
Reptilian alien beast—Rizariasugura!
Its appearance instantly shattered the city's newly restored order!
Screams, fleeing crowds, the sound of buildings collapsing...

Chaos has descended once again!

"coming!"

In the forest, Jun Himeya, who was undergoing rehabilitation training, sensed the fluctuations of the alien beast and his eyes instantly sharpened.

Without any hesitation, he raised the Evolution Trust in his hand.

A dazzling light! Ultraman Nexus – Youth Form – descends once more!

The silver giant charged toward the city, ready to fight the alien beasts.

However, just then!

hum-

Worldwide!

Whether it's a television screen broadcasting the news, a person's smartphone, or a giant billboard in a square...

All the electronic screens suddenly had their images forcibly switched!

The signal has been hijacked!

TLT-J Base, Central Command Room.

"what happened?!"

Kira Sawa watched as the main screen instantly turned into snowflakes and then displayed other images. He suddenly stood up and began typing rapidly on the keyboard.

"We cannot regain control!"

"Their technology is far beyond ours! This is definitely not Earth's technology!"

Kira Sawa's face turned extremely ugly.

Only Dark Zagi could possess such skills...

The next second, on the hijacked screens around the world, the image of Ultraman Nexus rushing towards Rizari Asogarola appeared clearly!

It's a live broadcast!
in the city.

The battle between Nexus and Rizariasugurora has begun.

The silver giant was swift and powerful.

Layered storm!

The light, like a sharp blade, precisely cut into the alien beast's carapace, bursting into dazzling sparks.

Rizali Asugura let out a painful roar, and its massive body staggered backward.

Nexus pressed his advantage, gathering energy in his palm, preparing to deliver the final blow.

but……

Himeya Jun frowned.

too weak.

This alien beast, although enormous in size and quite ferocious-looking, was actually much weaker than any of the ones we had encountered before.

There was almost no decent resistance.

Despite his doubts, he did not stop.

Golden light surged from Nexus's arm and instantly pierced through Rizariasugurora's body!
boom! !

The alien beast was reduced to fragments in the massive explosion and dissipated into the air.

The battle is over.

Neat.

Seeing this, the people watching the battle through the live stream erupted in deafening cheers!
"We won! Ultraman won!"

"That's too strong! It was an instant kill!"

"With Ultraman around, we have nothing to fear!"

"Ultraman! Ultraman!"

The joy of surviving the ordeal and the worship of great power made people temporarily forget their fear, regard Nexus as their savior, and place all their hopes on him.

In front of the television and in the online live broadcast room, countless people raised their arms and cheered excitedly.

Inside the TLT base, Kirasawa Yu and Kurakura Eisuke watched the public's fervent reaction on the screen, but a strong sense of unease welled up in their hearts.

It went so smoothly...

Something feels off!
At that moment, Dark Zagi, who had been watching all of this, smiled.

Those faces were filled with hope and adoration.

What a beautiful sight!

This was the moment he had been waiting for!

At the peak of this hope, this belief in "light," it was utterly shattered!
It turned into the deepest despair!

next moment!
Just as Nexus defeated the Alien Beast and was basking in the cheers of countless "spectators".

A man wearing a black trench coat and with a sinister smile on his face suddenly appeared in front of Nexus.

Goro Mujina!
He slowly raised his right hand, holding a device that emitted an ominous dark red light—the Dark Evolver.

"Now, the real show is about to begin, Nexus!"

With a chilling laugh, Goroki pressed the button on Dark Evolver!
boom--! ! !
A dark red beam of light shot into the sky.

Within the pillar of light, a dark giant, remarkably similar to Nexus but covered in black and dark red stripes and with eyes radiating crimson light, slowly appeared!

Dark Demon—Dark Mephisto!
Coming!

(End of this chapter)