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According to the information from the transmigrators, this right hand, which comes from the male protagonist, has the ability to erase all "abnormalities," not just superpowers, magic, special abilities, spirits... anything that goes against common sense will be erased.
It was precisely through this ability that the male protagonist repeatedly defeated powerful opponents, and this time...
Seeing the spiky-haired boy who was now looking in their direction, Lin Yi's expression was subtle: "So, now it's my turn?"
The spiky-haired boy below seemed to want to say something, but Lin Yi had no intention of listening to his rambling and simply raised his hand upwards—
"Shenra Tianzheng."
The sudden burst of repulsive force spread in a 360-degree, all-encompassing manner towards all matter except Lin Yi. In an instant, a large amount of repelled air formed a storm of nearly ten degrees. Caught off guard, the spiky-haired boy was almost dismembered and blown away. If the magician beside him hadn't noticed the abnormality and pulled him back, the battle might have ended just like that.
After the gust of wind, a massive repulsive field quickly arrived in front of the two. However, unlike before when the magician could only be attacked and run away, the spiky-haired boy with "Imagine Breaker" simply reached out and wiped out the repulsive field.
"Phew... You bastard, whatever you're planning to do, stop right now!"
Feeling the force field traces that had vanished from his palm, Lin Yi noncommittally lowered his hand.
"The power of the 'unconventional' is ineffective, but what about the 'common sense' that arises from the 'unconventional'?"
"what?"
Just as the bewildered boy with the spiky hair was about to say something, the sudden blocking of sunlight above him caught his attention. Looking up, the sight that met his eyes made him instinctively gape open—
"Hey... that was a joke, right..."
"Tsk, if that's what you think, then stay here and wait to die."
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As is well known, Academy City is a futuristic city created using technology that surpasses the outside world. In such a city, there is not only high technology, but also a large number of buildings created using high technology.
While the repulsive field couldn't overcome the "Imagine Breaker's" erasure ability, it was more than enough to "push down" the bases of the towering buildings, which were over fifty meters tall on either side.
Amidst the tremors and roars that reverberated throughout almost the entire Seventh School District, the two high-rise buildings crashed heavily towards the center.
Above the dust and smoke billowing up from the Qi Yi Shan, Lin Yi stared indifferently at the area beneath his feet.
Information Integration Thought Entity: Chapter 566 Singularity Reversal (6)
Beneath the dust, flames blazed fiercely.
“MTWOTFFTO (one of the five elements that constitute the world), IIGOIIF (Great Progenitor Flame) ───”
The air began to warm, and a slight sense of distortion spread.
"IIBOL (That is the light of grace that gives birth to life), AIIAOE (That is the light of punishment that sanctions evil) ───"
The ruins buried above emitted an ominous red light, as if demons from purgatory were struggling beneath them.
"IIMH (bringing peace and happiness), AIIBOD (also eliminating the misfortune of cold, darkness, and freezing) ───"
It extends its burning hand
"IIZF (whose name is Flame), IIMS (whose class is Sword) ───"
Grip the burning sword
"ICR (Reveal yourself), MMBOP (devour me, become power) ───"
He rose from the ruins.
"Innocentius (King of Witch Hunting)!"
The scorching heat swept outwards relentlessly, and even from a distance of tens of meters, one could clearly feel the almost terrifying temperature.
Looking down at the nearly five-meter-tall fire giant below, Lin Yi raised an eyebrow.
—The King of Witch Hunts.
The information from the transmigrators included descriptions of the abilities of this so-called "plot character - Stiyl the Wizard". Although in his full form, this wizard could summon three equal summons, without the support of a magic source, summoning even one was almost the limit.
Furthermore, because there were no runes on the home field, this "Witch Hunter King" was not as terrifying as the transmigrators described; at least the ability to regenerate without limit should not have been reproduced.
Thinking it over, he gently pressed down his raised palm.
“Dong——————————”
The ruins, stirred up by the "Witch Hunter King," sank again under the repulsive force, but with the five-meter-tall "Fire Giant" blocking the way, it was impossible to directly crush the two plot characters behind it.
Taking advantage of this moment, the magician grabbed the spiky-haired boy by the collar and turned to flee without looking back.
Watching the two figures disappear into the distance, Lin Yi hesitated for a moment before finally lowering his hand.
The conflict, lasting less than five minutes, had already reduced his power by nearly one-fifth. This was based on the fact that the target was only the mage and not the protagonist. If they had insisted on killing these two important characters, his power would probably have been reduced to zero, just like in the previous world.
Given the enormous price paid, yet the inevitable outcome of gaining nothing, it would be better to simply let them leave. And barring any unforeseen circumstances, these two characters will appear here and fight against us, likely due to interference from other "factors."
There will always be a time to meet again.
Just as he gathered the repulsive field beneath his feet and landed on the ground, and was about to set off again according to the route map of the "tree diagram designer", a heat wave hit him from behind.
The mage's summoned creature did not disappear as the mage moved away. Instead, it stubbornly survived thanks to the runes beneath the ruins that were not yet completely destroyed. According to the transmigrator's theory, this "King of Witch Hunting" would have the ability to resurrect infinitely before all the runes were destroyed. With its body surface temperature reaching 3000 degrees Celsius, it was estimated that simply staying in Academy City would cause serious damage...
Shaking his head, he took a step forward, his back to the "King of Witch Hunting" who was raising his flaming greatsword and swinging it down.
"——————————!!!"
The substance is rising—
Matter is falling—
The magical creature wielding the flaming sword ceased its movement, then shattered in the gentle breeze.
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Three minutes later, the item arrived at the scene and immediately began to cordon off the area.
When Mugino Shizuri, who had accepted the task, transmitted the scene to the research institute, he couldn't help but ask the researcher on the other end of the screen, "Is this the ability of 'Singularity Reversal'?"
Kiyama Harumi's gaze remained fixed on the information he had just acquired: "Hmm, which aspect are you referring to?"
"...This level of destructive power is something even my 'Atomic Collapse' could easily achieve, let alone 'Accelerator'. Why would the 'Tree Diagram Designer' think he is the most qualified person to become an 'Absolute Power User'!"
Raising his gaze slightly, the researcher, still sporting his signature dark circles, asked, "Is this all?"
Scanning the devastated battlefield once more, Mugino Shizuri confirmed that he hadn't missed anything: "If I go all out, I can cause more than three times the damage in the same amount of time—the 'Singularity Reversal' ability is not as powerful as the research institute thought."
Surprisingly, Kiyama Harumi did not deny Mugino Shizuri's statement.
"Judging solely from the destructive effects of his abilities, it's not just you guys who are stronger now; most Level 5 superpowered individuals are probably stronger than him."
"Then why choose him as the sole candidate for the 'Absolute Ability User' project? If it were me—"
"Two reasons."
Calmly interrupting Mugino Shizuri's speech, she made no attempt to avoid the angry and dissatisfied gaze of a superpowered individual: "First, his 'probability' is greater than any of yours."
"Second... take a look at this."
After transmitting the completed preliminary analysis data to Mugino Shizuri's terminal, Kiyama Haruo directly severed the connection between the two.
Those with abilities who remained at the scene unconsciously clenched their fists and opened the results analysis report transmitted from the research institute.
It doesn't contain any profound theories, but rather content that Mugino Shizuri, as an ability user rather than a researcher, can just understand.
"Matter density?"
Subconsciously, I looked up at the extremely flat "open space" stretching across the Seventh School District.
[...The first phase inspection report shows that the horizontal deviation does not exceed 0.3mm and the density deviation value is 0...Analysis results show that the terrain was subjected to more than 100 reversals of equal mass "repulsion" and "attraction" within 0.5 seconds, forming a geologically uniform density distribution at a depth of 5m. A small amount of paper scraps with inscriptions were found underground, which were inferred to be runes from a magician.]
[Conclusion Report: The generalization ability strength of "Starting Point Reversal" is below LV5, while the mastery of its deepening ability is above LV5. The theoretical model is sufficient to support the formation of "Miniature Singularities." It is recommended to immediately reinforce all buildings in the city with a strength below 5...]
Information Integration Thought Entity: Chapter 567 Singularity Reversal (7)
Following the seven great mysteries of Academy City, the eighth academy legend begins to spread throughout the city.
—An individual with unknown abilities and unclear motives constantly challenges other challengers, and without exception, achieves victory.
If that's all there is to it, it can at most be categorized as an "event" rather than an "unbelievable legend." After all, for teenagers, having abilities while constantly suppressing the instinct to use them is not an easy thing. Necessary catharsis... or rather, battles still occur from time to time.
However, if the challengers are replaced by Level 4 high-level ability users or even Level 5 superpower users, the situation is different. Moreover, the ability users who are challenged invariably disappear without a trace, which is what truly makes the disciplinary committee members who are in charge of maintaining order in this school district feel troubled.
"Wouldn't that mean we wouldn't know anything at all?"
Unable to hold back her complaints any longer, Shirai Kuroko slumped onto the table, looking helplessly at her friend, Uiharu Kazari, who was searching for suspicious targets on her computer.
"Knowing their abilities, their purpose, their name, and even what they look like, trying to catch a criminal based solely on these 'folk tales' is something even Sherlock Holmes couldn't accomplish."
The third disciplinary committee member in the room spoke up: "If that's really what you think, why not just give up? Anyway, what we're doing is overstepping our authority according to the academy rules, so even if we do nothing, no one will hold us accountable."
"That's true, but Senior Kofuku himself won't give up, will he?"
"Anyway, I have nothing better to do."
After giving that answer, Kofumi turned her attention back to her phone.
While it's impossible to rely on the internet to conduct a large-scale search for suspicious individuals like Shiori Ueharu does, finding some clues on forums is much better than doing nothing at all.
"Speaking of which, Sherlock Holmes..."
"Early spring?"
"Oh no, look at this."
The girl with the flower wreath on her head moved aside from the computer screen, and Shirai Kuroko, who had used her "teleportation" ability to jump over there, looked up—
"...A modern-day Sherlock Holmes?"
"Yes, it is said to be from a special department outside called the 'Armed Reconnaissance Department,' which is currently out of work and looking for commissions."
"Wait a minute, even so, this is still strange!"
Pointing to the photo under the name "Sherlock Holmes," Shirai Kuroko bluntly remarked, "Why is the modern Sherlock Holmes a woman, and one who looks like a middle school student at that?"
"Hmm...her profile says she's a descendant of Sherlock Holmes, but there's no more specific information. However, the client's evaluation is quite good~"
Drawn over by their conversation, Kofumi clasped her hands together and said, "Then let's entrust this 'descendant of Sherlock Holmes' to him."
"Senior Gu Fa?!"
"It's alright. After all, it's more appropriate to hire professionals than amateurs like us. If that doesn't work, we can withdraw the commission. After all, as a 'Disciplinary Committee member,' I still have this little bit of power."
Ultimately, the three students from the 177th branch of the Disciplinary Committee made a decision.
Invite "Sherlock Holmes" to investigate this eighth "Academy City Mystery Legend".
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Since they were all women, the meeting place was naturally chosen to be a place with a distinctly feminine character.
"No matter what, this kind of cute cafe isn't really appropriate..."
"It's alright, it's alright~ Look, our client accepted it, didn't they?"
With her arms crossed and her hair tied in twin ponytails, the cherry-haired girl spoke in a nonchalant tone: "I understand the general situation, but I need to confirm a few things before I can decide whether to accept this request."
Kofumi Miwa's smile faded: "Please speak."
"First, are you aware of the existence of the 'Transmigrator Alliance'?"
Probably not expecting to be involved with this organization, Kofumi Miwa's expression froze for a moment. Just as she was hesitating whether to answer, Shirai Kuroko, who was beside her, spoke with a tone of disgust: "80% of the criminal evidence in Academy City points to them. Do you think we didn't know they existed?"
Nodding, the girl with cherry-blossom-colored twin tails continued, "Secondly, are you prepared to oppose this organization?"
Before Shirai Kuroko could speak, Kofumi interrupted her "client" directly: "I'm sorry, we are indeed prepared to take action for the justice of the city, but that is not the same as throwing our lives away."
Because of their contact with the organization, they gained an understanding and were able to truly comprehend the terrifying power that this seemingly insignificant organization possesses in the eyes of ordinary people.
Leaving aside the elusive "administrators," the 20,000 "transmigrators," all of whom are ability users, who are "openly" present are not to be easily ignored. Moreover, this organization has intricate connections with many people in Academy City. If they were to truly stand on the opposite side, Miwa Kofun was certain that before they could find the "truth," she and several others involved would become part of the "truth" and be buried.
Upon hearing Kofumi's answer, the girl with cherry-blossom-colored twin tails seemed somewhat displeased. Just as she was about to speak, she was stopped by another companion beside her.
"At this stage, we are not asking you to directly confront the entire 'Transmigrator Alliance,' but only to oppose one of its members. Moreover, this member is being ostracized by the 'Alliance' for some reason. Can you accept that?"
After a moment of confusion, Kofumi Miwa slowly replied to the indifferent blue-haired girl, "If it's just a member who's been ostracized, then I can accept it. But we will try to avoid physical confrontation with the other party unless absolutely necessary. I hope you can understand that."
"Understandable."
Extending her hand, the blue-haired girl introduced herself in a flat, monotone voice: "Reiji, professional armed detective, sniper."
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