Special effects: Saving the world starting from becoming a Zergling

After the laboratory incident, the previously abundant Zerg and the frequently active ZECTs temporarily fell silent.

With a lot of free time after being fired, Yuzhen took Xiaoxu out of Tokyo for a trip, ostensibly on a date.

Meanwhile, with Kagami Lu's tacit guarantee, Kagami continued to work at ZECT, fighting off the occasional Zerglings.

Tiandao's life didn't change much. Apart from making breakfast, lunch and dinner for Shuhua, he spent most of his time at Sal, drinking his ever-flowing cup of coffee.

Daisuke Kazama went to the Metropolitan Police Department and then disappeared from public view with Quan.

Kageyama and Yaguruma have disappeared without a trace, but there is still some contact with Kenjiro Kamishiro, who occasionally invites Tendo and Kagami to his manor for gatherings.

Half a month passed in the blink of an eye, and Youzhen and Xiaoxu ended their journey and returned to Sal.

When Yuma pushed open the door, the first thing she saw was Kagami, who looked haggard.

Kagami, who was cleaning, suddenly dropped her broom and rushed to Yuma's side, hugging his leg when she saw him.

"My friend Yuuma, you're finally back!"

Seeing Kagami's excited expression, Yuma quickly helped him up.

"What happened?"

As Yuuma asked, Tendou emerged from the kitchen, carrying a plate of mackerel.

"That's him!"

Kagami pointed a finger at the sky, her face full of resentment: "Ever since Xiaoxu left with you, that bastard only ever cooks for him!"

"I'm an employee here, I've worked hard even if I haven't done anything special, and this bastard won't even give me a bite to eat!"

"It's made me suffer by having to go out to eat every day!"

After saying that, he looked at Yuuma with resentment: "You have to avenge me, Yuuma!"

After listening to Kagami's story, Yuma also felt that Kagami was suffering.

When Xiaoxu was around, although there were many things to do, everyone was still able to eat the breakfast she made.

He was about to question the will of Heaven when Heaven preempted him, saying, "Think carefully about what you've done..."

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A big question mark popped into Yuzhen's mind, and then she was drawn to Xiaoxu's exclamation as she rushed into the kitchen.

"Ah-Xu, don't be afraid, I'm here!"

Yuma shouted and kicked aside the somewhat guilty Kagami, then ran into the kitchen.

Then, Yuma also let out a gasp.

"Kagami, why is the kitchen like this?!"

Xiao Xu stormed out of the kitchen, grabbing Kagami's ear with one hand.

"Xiao Xu, it hurts! It hurts!"

Kagami, with her ear being pulled, begged Xiaoxu to let her go.

"snort!"

She snorted coldly, dragged Kagami into the kitchen, and Tendou shook his head helplessly, following her into the kitchen as well.

"Clearly, the suspect attempted to clean up the crime scene, but was still discovered."

Yuzhen looked at the brand-new kitchen utensils and the charred walls, and spread her hands helplessly.

"Kagami - New!"

This was the first time Xiaoxu had ever been so furious. Kagami hung her head and secretly winked at Yuzhen.

"Ah-Xu, let's calm down."

After receiving Kagami's promise from his eyes, Yuma quickly pulled Xiaoxu aside and coaxed her in a low voice.

Tiandao held his unchanging coffee cup, leaning against the kitchen door, quietly enjoying the show.

"If this had happened two weeks ago, Kagami, you would be finished."

After a while, Xiao Xu calmed down and glared at Kagami.

"I just wanted to help Heaven with some work, but I never expected... an accident would happen."

Kagami's voice was weak, and she felt even more guilty.

"No wonder you kept saying you were eating at Tiandao's house when I called home a few days ago."

Yuma seemed to remember something and started teasing Kagami.

"Did Yumiko-nee say anything?"

Xiao Xu suddenly spoke up.

"I have already pledged myself to the will of Heaven."

Kagami's face instantly fell; he was in the same predicament as Yuuma had been.

The combined salary from ZECT and this job is far from enough to cover his compensation.

He was originally planning to borrow money from Young Master Kamishiro Ken, but was stopped by Tendou.

In the end, he had no choice but to borrow money from Tiandao and promise to work for Tiandao for a few months.

"Ha ha ha ha!"

Thinking back to how hard she worked at Tendou's house, and then replacing her face with Kagami's, Yuuma couldn't help but laugh.

"Yuuma, can I borrow some money from you...?"

Yuma looked at the humble Kagami and righteously refused him: "Using loans to pay off other loans is unacceptable, Kagami!"

"Get back to work!"

Looking at Yuuma's smug face, Kagami felt incredibly resentful.

If this bastard hadn't taken a whole year's salary in advance from ZECT before being fired, would he be in such a miserable state?

ZECT's current financial situation is not good because the soldiers' salaries are very high; otherwise, who would risk their lives for you?

ZECT spares no effort in seeking out talents like Yuma, offering exorbitant prices.

The casualty rate of the ant soldiers has remained high, and compensation accounts for a large part of ZECT's financial expenditure.

Thinking about the secret she had recently discovered, Kagami scratched her hair in distress.

"Okay, okay, I'll pay you back."

Seeing Kagami's expression, Yuuma stopped joking with him and pressed down on his shoulder.

"Since Sal's kitchen is in a bit of a mess, how about we go to Mr. Takahashi's shop?"

"This will also allow you to witness Mr. Takahashi's craftsmanship."

"Mmm-hmm!"

Upon hearing about the delicious food, Kagami temporarily set aside her worries and nodded vigorously.

Because of ZECT, he hasn't eaten top-quality food in a long time!

After all, the only Kamen Riders who are still nominally under ZECT are Kagami and half of Shindai Tsurugi.

Upon hearing Yuuma's words, Tendou also became somewhat interested.

He has always strived for excellence in his culinary skills.

It's a good thing for him to be able to witness the skills of more chefs.

"Since no one objects, how about I invite Shindai Ken and the old man along as well?"

Yuuma's ultimate goal was revealed: he still wanted to ask the old man for guidance from Takahashi Masashi.

This is also something that Yuma owes to Takahashi Masashi.

If it weren't for Takahashi's shelter, he might have already lost his way in the instincts of the Zerg.

At that time, he had actually been wandering for a long time.

He was struggling on the verge of falling into depravity when Takahashi Tadashi pulled him back from the brink.

This is undoubtedly a stroke of luck.

Yuma was also very grateful for the good fortune that God had given him.

"Eating together is more fun when everyone's together," Kagami replied, while Tendou had already left the Sal store.

"If I hadn't been unable to contact the other people, I would definitely have called them all."

Yuuma took out his phone and called Kenjiro. After receiving Kenjiro's affirmative reply, he said helplessly.

"Those guys, haven't they always been homeless? Are you actually worried about them?"

Kagami was somewhat surprised.

"We've always been friends, and losing contact for so long is still a bit worrying."

Youzhen smiled and led Xiaoxu outside.

After listening to Yuuma's words, Kagami pondered for a moment and then followed Yuuma as he walked out the door.

"Wait for me! This time, I'm going to have a proper meal!"