"Come Become a Magnetic Field Powerhouse, Nagai!"

The next day.

Yamaguchi Kazuo arranged a private jet to fly Bai Xing straight to Tokyo Metropolis.

The night before, Yamaguchi Kazuo had ordered his men to stop targeting the Takahashi Syndicate and had even begun offering them full-scale assistance.

The Takahashi Syndicate's executives, who had spent their days in constant dread, were so shocked their jaws nearly hit the floor.

After making inquiries through various channels, they finally learned from Iketani that this had all been the work of that mysterious powerhouse again!

If their feelings toward Bai Xing had previously been resistance and fear,

then after learning that Bai Xing could even settle things with the Yamaguchi-gumi, all that remained was deep reverence!

They no longer dared entertain any ulterior thoughts.

When Bai Xing stepped off the plane, rows of black sedans were parked by the roadside.

Led by Iketani Masahiro and Kawamoto Zentaro, a group of executives and their underlings, all dressed in black suits, stood on both sides to welcome him.

Other travelers passing through the airport watched the scene with puzzled looks, wondering which big shot had arrived.

When Bai Xing appeared, everyone's eyes widened in disbelief.

In their imaginations, anyone capable of such pomp had to be a major figure.

And someone like that surely had to be well past middle age.

Yet they had never expected him to be a handsome young man with a powerfully built physique!

Looking at all this, Bai Xing suddenly realized that, without even noticing it, he had amassed a fairly formidable group of followers.

He had clearly only wanted to solve a few problems to make cultivation easier for himself!

Unlike an Ajin's constitution, which could only guarantee immortality, the superpowers of the Magnetic Field Rotation system had already elevated one beyond the realm of ordinary people, even at the beginner stage.

If this power were truly used against ordinary people, it would be like a dimensionality-reducing strike.

Virtually no person or organization could withstand it.

"Yet they do not truly admire me, nor would they brave fire and water for me. Holding this kind of power is like being served a bowl of instant noodles at a high-end restaurant. It can satisfy hunger, but it cannot let one experience the true pleasure of fine cuisine."

Fortunately, Bai Xing was not someone who craved power.

Now that he had people and money under his command, the greatest benefit was that he only had to give an order for whatever he wanted, and someone would naturally take care of everything.

He did not need to trouble himself personally or waste his time.

"These weeds will just grow back even if we pull them out, won't they? Why not just leave them alone?"

In front of the courtyard, Nagai Kei wore gloves as he followed behind Mountain Granny, listlessly pulling weeds.

"A real man sees something through even when he knows it is futile!"

Nagai Kei froze. "Is that so?"

Mountain Granny flashed a brilliant smile.

"Don't slack off!"

After pulling weeds all morning, Nagai Kei felt sore all over.

He straightened up and stretched, then looked into the distance at the clusters of green shade as fresh air washed over him.

Though he was still confused about his future, wasn't this peaceful, ordinary life exactly what he had always dreamed of?

"Stop spacing out. I made your favorite Mung Bean Cake."

Mountain Granny's gentle voice came from behind him.

A warm smile appeared on Nagai Kei's face. "Oh, I'm coming."

"Remember to wash your hands first."

That afternoon, Nagai Kei went into the forest to train.

Though he did not understand why the Little Black he summoned was obedient at times but occasionally showed a temper of its own,

overall, after this period of adjustment, they had developed quite a good rapport.

As an Ajin, his future was uncertain. This temporary stability and peace clearly could not last forever.

Only by becoming stronger could he gain more power to protect himself.

Nagai Kei was no fool, so naturally he understood this.

Just then, Little Black suddenly turned to look to one side.

It gave off a threatening aura, as if facing a deadly enemy, like it was ready to fight for its life at any moment.

But Nagai Kei still did not understand what was happening.

"Huh? What's wrong?"

The next moment, a voice rang out.

"Looks like your Little Black is quite alert."

Nagai Kei hurriedly turned toward the sound and saw a man in a black trench coat standing atop a tree trunk ahead.

The wind in the forest stirred the hem of his coat, revealing the grayish-brown T-shirt beneath, stretched tight over his muscles.

His burly body exuded a powerful sense of oppression, and his indifferent gaze looked down upon Nagai Kei.

"It's... it's you!"

Nagai Kei's eyes widened in shock.

He remembered what had happened when he first met Sato.

Back then, he had disagreed with Sato's ruthless methods and fought Sato to save those two researchers.

When he had been completely overwhelmed, a mysterious man had appeared.

In only a moment, he had knocked the troublesome Sato unconscious.

Most importantly, he was definitely not an ordinary person, yet the ability he used seemed to have nothing to do with Ajin.

More crucially, when Nagai Kei later encountered Sato again, the methods Sato used while displaying his might were incredibly similar to those of the mysterious man!

Before that, Sato clearly had not known those methods, nor had he shown any sign of being familiar with them!

These questions had been weighing on Nagai Kei's mind for a long time. After escaping, he had searched online, yet found not the slightest clue.

He had not expected this person to appear again today!

"Let me introduce myself. My name is Bai Xing."

"N-Nagai Kei."

Nagai did not know what the visitor wanted, but seeing that he did not seem hostile, he cautiously tried to introduce himself as well.

"Don't be nervous. I'm actually an Ajin too."

As he spoke, Bai Xing summoned his own Little Black.

"Huh?!"

Nagai Kei was instantly stunned. He had never imagined that this mysterious man was an Ajin just like him!

"I merely happened to obtain some additional special power.

This power is known as Magnetic Field Rotation.

And since I enjoy sharing, I shared a Magnetic Field Seed with Sato."

As he spoke, he leaped down and landed steadily on the ground.

He walked up to Nagai Kei. "You saw the news too, didn't you? He intends to make a move against the Ministry of Health, Labour and Welfare."

Nagai Kei nodded.

Although the Ministry of Health, Labour and Welfare had the word "ministry" in its name, it was not a place name.

It was the island nation's primary department responsible for healthcare, hygiene, and social security.

Its duties mainly included national health, medical insurance, medical service provision, drug and food safety, social insurance and social security, labor and employment, and social assistance for vulnerable groups.

It was also the superior body of the Ajin Research Management Association.

Of course Nagai Kei had heard the news, but he could barely take care of himself, much less stop Sato.

"You are different from Sato. You are a kind person. That is why I came here this time—to share a Magnetic Field Seed with you, so you can gain the strength to stop Sato."

Nagai Kei did not agree immediately. Instead, he asked cautiously, "What price do I have to pay? Why choose me?"

Bai Xing smiled. "Because you are better suited for it than I am."

Though Nagai Kei desired power, he could not shake the feeling that Bai Xing harbored ill intentions.

There was very likely some kind of trap involved.

In the end, he resisted the temptation and shook his head. "No. I don't want it."

When he looked up again, Nagai Kei found that Bai Xing had already vanished.

The next moment, his voice sounded from behind him.

"I wasn't asking for your opinion. Come become a Magnetic Field powerhouse, Nagai!"