Kryptonian: Man of Steel

"The Busujima family has taken the wrong path, and the entire martial arts world, or the entire world, has taken the wrong path."

Busujima Shinichiro's voice sounded a little heavy on the other end of the phone line, as if he was carrying an indescribable burden.

There was not only regret in his tone, but also a hint of urgency, as if time was passing in an irreversible way and he had to swim upstream in this torrent.

Busujima Saeko unconsciously tightened her grip on the phone. She could feel the determination and helplessness in her father's words. The doubts in her heart were like new buds in spring, growing rapidly and demanding answers.

"Father, what do you mean by going the wrong way? What do you think is the wrong way? What do you think is the right way?"

Her series of questions were like a traveler eager to uncover the fog, eager to see the truth ahead.

On the other end of the phone, Busujima Shinichiro was silent for a moment, seeming to be considering his words or recalling the past.

"Saeko, have you ever thought that the world we live in is far more complicated than you imagine. For a long time, the Busujima family and many martial arts families have been immersed in the dream of improving their skills and pursuing the ultimate in martial arts, but they have ignored this The true nature of the world.”

"We are all just Muggles."

"Muggle? What does that mean?"

Busujima Saeko was confused by this new word, and her heart was filled with doubts and curiosity.

"That's a name for ordinary people who live in the surface world. They are confused by appearances and have no idea of ​​the truth hidden in the dark."

Busujima Shinichiro explained, his tone showing both sympathy and helplessness.

"We, including me and you, are one of these Muggles. We live in the sun, but ignore the existence in the shadows."

"The world is going to see some significant changes soon."

Busujima Shinichiro's words revealed an unquestionable certainty, which made Busujima Saeko's heart beat faster.

"Before this, the outer world and the inner world were separated from each other and covered each other. People in the outer world did not know the situation in the inner world, just like you and me before, we were all Muggles living in the outer world. But soon, this world will There will be drastic changes, and everything in the world will slowly emerge."

A picture emerged in Busujima Saeko's mind. The monsters, powers, and unknown powers she once thought existed only in fantasy seemed to be about to become a part of her life.

There is both fear and expectation in her heart. Fear comes from the unknown, while expectation comes from curiosity and desire to explore the unknown.

"The world will undergo drastic changes, and everyone who cannot keep up with this trend will be abandoned by the world."

Busujima Shinichiro's words contained unquestionable determination.

"So I must lead the Busujima family to ride on this trend, and I will remove everyone who stands in front of me, even my relatives."

Busujima Saeko could imagine his father's expression when he said these words. He must be cold and determined.

"So, Luther is the key?"

Busujima Saeko suddenly understood why her father asked her to get close to Luther, even if they could not get married, they still had to maintain a good relationship.

Luther may be the key to the Busujima family's ability to stand firm in this coming storm.

"Yes, Luther...he is not simple."

There was a trace of imperceptible worry in Shinichiro Busujima's voice, "His background and his abilities are beyond our imagination. Establishing contact with him is crucial to our Busujima family."

"You mean, there will be more and more of those strange things in the future?"

Busujima Saeko tried to imagine such a scene, but her imagination seemed not enough to describe the full picture of that world.

"It's very possible that they will become the norm in this world."

Busujima Shinichiro's answer made Busujima Saeko's heart sink.

"At that time, no matter whether it is a city or a country, whether it is a bustling city or a remote village, it will no longer be safe. We must be prepared to face all this."

"So...what do you think you need to survive in the future world? Swordsmanship?"

Busujima Saeko raised the issue she was most concerned about. Kendo is a skill she has practiced since childhood and is also the source of her confidence.

"Kendo, of course, is important, but it is just one of the tools."

There was a hint of depth in Busujima Shinichiro's tone, "In this coming new world, strength, wisdom, courage, and the ability to adapt to changes will all determine a person's life or death. Kendo can give you an advantage in battle. , but more importantly is the power to enter the other world.”

"Aren't there still police and military?"

Busujima Saeko asked unwillingly. She didn't want to admit it, but deep down in her heart, she had vaguely felt the threat of the coming storm.

"A big thing happened over there in America. A U.S. military base was attacked by a ghost, and more than 300 people were killed and injured." Busujima Shinichiro's voice was calm and cold, "Guess what's going on now?"

Busujima Saeko's heart was in her throat, and she could almost hear her own heartbeat.

"how's it going?"

she asked eagerly.

"They couldn't do anything about the ghost. Even if they used a small-yield hydrogen bomb, they only made the ghost disappear for a while. Now, that area has been sealed off, but who knows if the ghost will appear again, or if there will be any No more ghosts lurking in the shadows?"

The words of Shinichiro Busujima were like a heavy hammer, shattering the last bit of luck in Saeko Busujima's heart.

There was a brief silence on both ends of the phone, and Saeko Busujima could feel the heaviness and urgency in her father's words. She knew that she had to make a choice, whether to continue to immerse herself in the fantasy of the past or to bravely face the upcoming reality.

"Father, I understand."

Saeko Busujima's voice was firm and powerful, "I will work hard to improve myself, and I will also try my best to establish a better relationship with Luther. For the Busujima family and for myself, I will meet the upcoming challenges."

"Don't force yourself, Saeko, if it really doesn't work, our Busujima family can choose to become Luther's vassal, even if we are dispensable to him, but we are definitely still useful."

The more Shinichiro Busujima said this, the less likely Saeko Busujima would accept such a situation.

What's more, after seeing such power, Saeko Busujima...wet!

"Boss, you are amazing. Busujima Saeko actually contributed so much emotional energy."

The system was very surprised. It didn't expect that Busujima Saeko alone could contribute so much energy. In the end, it just created a ghost.