A person in Ultraman receives a gift from the will of Earth at the start.

Chapter 221 Director Ji Gang: You'll Regret This

"I am the president of this country, Sawai."

"We will gradually transform TPC into one of the administrative organs of a unified nation with the Crimson Islands as its capital."

"Anyone that intrudes into the airspace of this island without authorization shall be shot down."

Upon hearing Director Sawai's words on the main screen, everyone present was slightly taken aback, and the atmosphere in the command room instantly became tense.

Daigo said in disbelief, "The director would never do such a thing."

Others also expressed their opinions, and then some TV stations started to speculate about conspiracy theories.

Everything now can be attributed to Sawai's purpose.

The report also revealed that the Crimson Islands not only have Director Sawai there, but also branch leaders from other countries, covering the entire world.

Munakata frowned and asked, "Even the captain doesn't know what Director Sawai wants the Crimson Islands to do?"

Megumi nodded and said, "All I know is that they are going there to attend a high-level secret meeting. I only found out now that the meeting is being held on the Cribes Islands."

“That place used to be the location of secret meetings. Now it seems that the aurora that Lina and the others encountered may have been some kind of defensive measure.”

Horii: "We've already gotten our hands on the structural map of that island; it's not in the air."

Nori hurriedly moved closer to Horii and asked anxiously, "Not in the air? Then where are you? Tell us quickly, this is crucial for us to understand the situation."

While operating the equipment in his hands, Horii explained, "Through data analysis and comparison, I discovered that there is a huge underground space beneath the Crimson Islands. This space is extremely complex, and based on the existing data, it is very likely a specially modified underground base."

Zongfang stroked his chin, pondered for a moment, and then said, "So, the fact that Director Sawai and the leaders of various branches were gathered there might be closely related to this underground base. Could their plans be hidden in that underground base?"

Megumi frowned slightly, her eyes revealing worry: "No matter what's hidden there, public opinion has spiraled out of control. The public has been misled by conspiracy theories and is full of suspicion and dissatisfaction towards Director Sawai and TPC. We must find out the truth as soon as possible and give the public an explanation, otherwise the situation will become increasingly difficult to manage."

Daigo clenched his fist and said with a determined look in his eyes, "I still firmly believe that the director would not do anything to harm everyone. There must be some hidden story that we don't know yet. We must find out the truth and clear the director's name."

Lina nodded slightly: "That's right, our Victory Team can't just sit idly by. But the Crimson Isles are heavily guarded right now, how can we get in and find out the truth?"

Ye Rui scratched his head, thought for a moment, and said, "Perhaps we can use some small unmanned detection equipment to sneak into the island and collect some information about the underground base. This way, we can avoid being discovered and provide a basis for our subsequent actions."

Zongfang nodded in agreement: "That's a feasible method. However, we need to ensure that these devices are not detected by the enemy's defense system. Horii, this is up to you. Modify the devices to enhance their stealth."

Horii patted his chest confidently: "Don't worry, leave it to me. I will complete the modification in the shortest possible time and ensure that these devices can be successfully infiltrated."

Just as the Victory Team was making intensive preparations for their operation, the external situation became increasingly tense.

Governments around the world, under pressure from their citizens, have put pressure on the TPC to provide a reasonable explanation.

Meanwhile, television stations that continue to spread conspiracy theories are constantly inciting public sentiment and calling for a full investigation into Sawai and TPC.

Given the current situation, Staff Officer Nanbara and Director Yoshitsugu have also arrived at the scene to hear the Victory Team's report.

In the spacious yet somewhat oppressive command center of TPC headquarters, the atmosphere was as tense as a taut bowstring. The dim lighting cast an unpredictable shadow on everyone's faces.

"Send the Atlas to attack immediately!" Director Ji slammed his hand on the table, making the documents on it tremble. He gripped his beloved little fan tightly in his hand, but now, due to his anxiety and dissatisfaction, he squeezed the fan out of shape.

"What are you all still dragging your feet for?" Director Ji Gang's face was flushed, his eyes wide with anger as he swept his gaze across the crowd, his voice full of urging and reproach.

Daigo, who had been sitting quietly, stood up abruptly upon hearing this, leaning forward and unconsciously clenching his fists. His voice was filled with barely suppressed urgency: "I wish I could... leave right now too." However, as soon as the words left his mouth, he seemed to suddenly remember something, and his urgency was instantly replaced by reason. He took a deep breath, slowly sat down, and restrained his inner impulse. Because he knew perfectly well that the Arcdis, as a vital force of the GUTS, bore the sacred mission of protecting Earth, but it must never point its guns at humanity. That would violate the GUTS's principles, and it was not something the GUTS should do.

Director Ji Gang glared at Daigo with a sharp look in his eyes, then flicked his fan and declared loudly, "Then let's go!" His posture suggested that the Atlas would be sent to the battlefield at a moment's notice.

At this moment, Staff Officer Nan Yuan, who had been silent all along, frowned and retorted seriously, "I say, Director Ji Gang, the Victory Team cannot interfere in this matter." Although his voice was calm, it conveyed an undeniable firmness.

Upon hearing this, Director Ji Gang immediately raised his voice in dissatisfaction: "Why?" His eyes were filled with incomprehension and questioning.

When Izumi heard that the two were about to start arguing, she immediately stood up.

She stood tall and straight, her eyes firm and steady. After surveying the room, she resolutely declared, "The GUTS team is only allowed to engage in combat and resolve conflicts by force when monsters that cause harm appear or when alien planets invade Earth!" Her voice was clear and powerful, each word like a heavy hammer, striking the hearts of everyone present.

Upon hearing this, Director Ji Gang frowned even more deeply. He paced back and forth with his hands behind his back, muttering, "These are special times, we can't worry about that now." He then stopped, looked intently at everyone, and added, "You should know that what Ze Jing said couldn't possibly be the truth."

Without hesitation, Megumi replied, "I absolutely trust the director!" Her eyes shone with trust, and her tone was resolute.

Director Ji Gang's expression softened slightly after hearing what Ju Jianhui said, but he was still extremely anxious.

He waved his fan again and said urgently, "Then let's set off immediately!"

Staff Officer Nanbara remained unyielding, his expression as stern as a statue, and said firmly, "No, this is a rule established when TPC was founded. The Victory Team absolutely cannot participate in conflicts between humans!" He paused slightly, then emphasized, "This is also what the Director expects!"

Director Ji slammed the door and left: "You'll regret it if it's too late to handle this!"

Staff Officer Nan Yuan retorted firmly, "Director Ji Gang! I am the highest-ranking person in charge of the Victory Team right now!"