"If it weren't for the Golden Spring, ranked 25th in the A-rank, passing by there, the Light Bicycle Warrior would probably be dead there."
"The appearance of the Golden Spring was not an accident, Teacher Meikyō. These are videos that Tong... Overlord Emperor sent to me an hour ago. He successfully hacked into the Hero Association's dark web, recorded these things, and sent out small spy robots to record evidence. He also cooperated with Lord Sitch to contact a group of trustworthy heroes to secretly stop these things within the Hero Association and try to overthrow those high-ranking members of the Hero Association who were secretly causing these things."
Evidence sent by Child Emperor was displayed in front of Meikyō and the others through Genos's holographic projection.
"The Hero Association was founded by a group of capitalists, represented by the powerful and wealthy. Although most heroes fight to protect others, when monsters appear, they will rush to the front without hesitation, regardless of whether the people behind them are civilians or rich people, even if it means sacrifice."
Genos recalled Snakebite Snake, the former last- A-rank hero who charged forward despite being outmatched during the Deep Sea King incident, and two B and C-rank heroes, as well as Mumen Rider, an ordinary person who still rode a bicycle and attacked Deep Sea King Unregistered Hero weak fists that might even be difficult to deal with Wolf-level monster.
There were also two teachers he respected.
"They are all undoubtedly heroes worthy of respect, including the Light Bike Warrior who was paralyzed in this incident. There was a kindergarten just one block away from where the monster appeared, and he was doing his best to buy time for the children to evacuate."
Meikyō crossed her arms and listened calmly to Genos's story.
The tragedies that occur in the Ninja World are no less numerous than this, and because the average person in the Ninja World has an even lower moral standard, those tragedies are even more devastating.
Saitama, on the other hand, scratched his head.
"Then... Genos, how about we quit the Hero Association? Although A-rank heroes are paid very well now, you can be a hero without a salary, just like I have for the past three years, but I don't have much fame or fans."
"What about Teacher Meikyō?"
Genos looked into the Meikyō.
"Genos, I've told you before, the power of choice always lies in the hands of the strong. Whether it's the Hero Association or the NEO Organization, although there are differences, it doesn't affect me. Whether I'm S-Class Hero of the Hero Association or a member of the NEO Organization, I can do whatever I want. No one on this planet... well, besides Saitama, there's also Blast and Tatsumaki, who are half-part of it. No one can stop me."
"So, what Teacher Meikyō means is..."
"Of course, it's up to you! Do whatever you want, Genos, just remember one thing."
Meikyō pointed to himself, then to Saitama's bald head, and finally to Genos.
"You are Genos, an S-Class Hero, possessing unparalleled strength on this planet. You are already a top-tier expert in this world. Your teachers are Saitama and me. This means that behind you, a top-tier expert, are two people who are basically unmatched on Earth."
In other words, you actually have the strongest backing on this planet, so you can do whatever you want, unless you do something too outrageous like trying to wipe out humanity. In that case, no matter who you offend, Saitama and I will cover for you.
Because Saitama and I truly possess the power to wipe out humanity—the power to flip the table.
"Hey, hey, hey Fudō just throw around things like exterminating humanity. That's such a low thing that only villains would do."
Saitama interrupted Meikyō with a speechless expression.
"I just told Genos to go ahead and do what he thinks is right, without worrying too much about the consequences."
"I feel like you're setting a bad example for kids. Genos is not even twenty years old yet."
Saitama shrugged.
Genos didn't speak, but suddenly lowered his head and pressed a switch on his body. The holographic projection from the yellow electronic eye changed again.
Child Emperor was still dressed in his little suit and sunglasses, with a lollipop in his mouth, his small body sitting in the cockpit of the Brave Giant.
"Cybernetic Freaks, what do you think of the advice I gave you last time? Oh, and there's also Scarlet Ninja and Bald Cape. Are you telling them about the advice I gave you last time?"
Child Emperor, with a lollipop in his mouth, mumbled something indistinctly.
"Hey! You Virgin Emperor, could you please stop calling me by my hero name?! I've already asked you to change my hero name several times recently!"
Saitama's forehead showed a tic-tac-toe symbol, and he pointed at Child Emperor's virtual image, his face turning red.
"Damn it! Bald Cape, Bald Cape, Bald Cape! I've been shouting it! I've already announced it several times! My current name is the Overlord Emperor! It's completely different from titles like Child Emperor that sound like they belong to a primary school student!"
Child Emperor also pointed a lollipop at Saitama and cursed.
"But you're just a primary school student."
"I'm about to enter junior high school, and then I won't be a primary school student anymore!"
"But you're just a primary school student."
"Have you ever seen a primary school student like me? Look, suit, sunglasses, and this mob boss look, I'm even wearing dress shoes! What's wrong with me being a primary school student!"
Child Emperor deliberately raised his foot and pointed, so that the virtual image could reflect the style of his shoes.
"But you're just a primary school student."
Saitama grinned slyly.
"Forget it! I'm not going to talk to a bald idiot like you who can't understand anything!"
Child Emperor stood there, arms crossed, looking like a furious elementary school student.
Yes, it's not just that it looks like it, it is.
"Hey! Who are you calling a stupid bald guy?! Are all elementary school students these days as ill-mannered as you?!"
This time, it was Saitama's turn to break down.
"Snort!"
Child Emperor snorted and kept his promise not to talk to that idiot bald man.
"Cybernetic Freaks, I previously invited you to join the NEO Organization, but now I'm withdrawing that invitation because the NEO Organization is now in trouble too."
"The NEO Organization's main trump card in its fight against the Hero Association is this combat suit. Once worn, it grants the wearer power that surpasses the average level of the Hero Association. At least I believe that if such a suit were worn by a well-trained ordinary soldier, he could possess combat power that surpasses most of the current B-rank heroes."
Child Emperor clicked the send button, Genos immediately projected the image sent by Child Emperor onto the side.
"Hey, this looks kind of familiar."
Saitama looked at the projected image and said.
"According to the search and comparison, the appearance of this combat suit is highly similar to a group of B-rank bounty criminals called the Taoyuan Group. However, after being subdued by Saitama, they encountered Speed-o'-Sound Sonic and were wiped out, with only the leader escaping by chance. Now this guy works as a driver for a freight company."
Genos released another batch of information and continued:
"Speed-o'-Sound Sonic... This guy is the one who's been bothering Saitama. His strength should surpass all A-rank heroes except Sweet Mask. Even among S-Class Hero, he's not weak."
When Sonic first appeared, his strength was only at the upper-middle level of Demon-level to the peak of Demon-level. For a more detailed look at his strength, you can refer to his battle with Deep Sea King.
At the time, Sonic had also secretly escaped from prison because of Sexy Futanari's breakout. He fought Deep Sea King a few times with his speed, but found that although he could outrun Deep Sea King, he had no weapon and could not break through Deep Sea King's defense, so he chose to run away.
At that time, Sonic's strength was slightly weaker than Deep Sea King, but slightly stronger than the original Genos.
Later, spurred on by Saitama, he developed a series of techniques such as the Ten Shadow Burial. He was even able to team up with Flashy Flash to barely withstand a few blows from the Ninja King, possessing formidable combat power even among Dragon-level opponents.
Genos analyzed:
"Before, because that guy disturbed Saitama several times, I fought him a few times, and the result was that neither side could win. If he can take down a bunch of guys like that, then he's not a big threat."
However, the Child Emperor shook his head and said:
"If only that were true. The key issue is that this combat suit is only the basic version. The NEO Organization also has upgraded versions, although there aren't that many of them, but they can give people the destructive power equivalent to Dragon-level disaster."
In addition to myself, Metal Bat, Superalloy Darkshine, and a small number of civilian heroes recruited with experience fighting Demon-level or higher disasters, the stability of the NEO Organization's high-level combat power was ensured. This was precisely their trump card that allowed them to dare to confront the Hero Association.
"So, what you just said about the NEO Organization's problems is..."
"The combat suit was left with a backup plan."
The Child Emperor's eyes were solemn.
"I have obtained a sample for research and confirmed that there are hidden doors left by humans in the combat suits. Once activated, these combat suits will be controlled by a more advanced program. The person behind them can easily control an entire army. When I tried to investigate the person behind them, I discovered that this may be a very deep-hidden organization. The former Bio-Augmented Beasts laboratory, as well as the various disasters caused by the machine gods and robots in the past, are all related to this organization."
Genos's eyes immediately turned threatening.
His hometown was destroyed by a robot, resulting in the loss of his family and his own survival.
He was saved by Dr. Kusuno and became the person he is today, determined to seek revenge.
"I've heard that this organization seems to have some connection to your past, Genos. That Bio-Augmented Beasts laboratory was the place where Tatsumaki Fubuki were imprisoned and studied. But I hope you can calm yourselves down first and not rush. They are very well hidden. Only by remaining absolutely calm and careful can we find them."
Seeing Genos's expression, Child Emperor quickly reminded him, and Saitama patted Genos on the shoulder with an encouraging smile.
The Child Emperor continued:
"Back to the program, when I tried to crack it, I found that even with my skills it was difficult to crack. I have already sent a set of relevant samples to Metal Knight, and later the robot will give you other samples. I hope Dr. Kusuno behind you can find a way."
In short, although Metal Bat and I have joined NEO, we still maintain contact with Sitch and Chairman Arnieg behind him. We will remain in the NEO Organization to continue our investigation. As for the Hero Association, I'll leave that to you to cooperate with Sitch Tatsumaki in a major purge."
"I understand, but I have one last question."
Genos solemnly addressed Child Emperor:
"Why me?"
Child Emperor smiled:
"It's not you, it's all of you. I contacted King before contacting you, but he said he was very busy and had more challenging levels waiting for him, so he didn't have the time or inclination to deal with this kind of thing."
With King not making a move and Blast remaining in hiding, as long as Scarlet Ninja and Tatsumaki the Terrible are on our side, no enemy can stop us. Hmm, let's add Bald Cape to make up the numbers.
"Hey! I told you not to call me by my hero's name! And what do you mean by 'just filling in the numbers'?!"
Saitama yelled at Child Emperor again, clearly dissatisfied.
Child Emperor: "I've said it before, I don't talk to bald idiots."
Saitama: (*￣￣)!!!
Although he was arguing with Saitama, Child Emperor knew very well the strength of the three people on the other end of the communicator. Even Genos, who is considered quite strong among S-Class Hero now, was only at the bottom.
Given Child Emperor and Metal Knight's abilities, they must have already seen the battle between Meikyō and Blast, captured by the Hero Association's satellite imagery.
In fact, the Hero Association's space satellites were manufactured and launched with their help.
In addition to the Monster Association incident and the Boros invasion incident, based on the fighting power displayed by everyone, Child Emperor had secretly made a true ranking of the known powerful heroes in his mind. There were only five people whose strength was beyond his comprehension and significantly stronger than all other S- Dragon-level S-Class Hero, and the last one was still in doubt.
Blast, Scarlet Ninja, Tatsumaki the Terrible, King, and Saitama, whose strength is questionable but most likely above Dragon-level, making his Saitama unfathomable.
Blast fails and King remains neutral, then with the remaining three, plus himself, Genos, Metal Bat, and several S-Class Hero like Metal Knight and Blizzard of Hell who have deep ties to his side, what can't they accomplish if they plan properly?
"Sigh, this is really troublesome... I was thinking of resigning from the Hero Association because I wouldn't get the salary of A-rank hero anymore. But the NEO Organization has already contacted you guys, and even that rhythm rapist from next door has been invited. They just didn't take a liking to me. I thought it would be difficult for me to switch jobs and get a salary. I didn't expect it to turn out like this."
Saitama lay sprawled on the table, revealing a pair of dead fish eyes, and said:
"Just be a hero if you want to be one, why create so much trouble? I really don't understand some people..."
I need to go out tomorrow, so I'll be taking a day off.