Ch23

Enzan's limo pulled up to the building next to Scilab. It was a cold overcast day and the clouds looked like it was going to ran later. What exactly was so important?

He got out of the car and was greeted by Meijin. "Ah Ijuin-kun please come in. There are people you should meet."

"Is this about my probation?" He asked as they entered the building. Inside were various people in suits who made way for them as they got into an elevator.

"Sort of," Meijin said as the elevator went up. "In these tough times a boy with as much talent as you can help a lot of people."

He didn't say anything to that. The memories of how he tried to harm Hikari Netto and how he ordered Blues to delete those navis still haunted him. It felt like a dream but I remember it clearly.

Exiting the elevator he looked out the window and saw the dark clouds looking over the city. Those feelings bubbled up. That was something that scared him, those feelings he held deep inside of him the anger and resentment towards the world nearly got someone hurt.

Meijin led him down the hall into a large meeting room. Inside was a large desk where a man in a suit was sitting while a woman stood behind him.

"Enzan this is Kifune and his assistant Manabe we would like to talk to you," Meijin said.

"N-Nice to meet you," he said with a bow.

Kifune nodded and indicated for them both to sit. "It is a pleasure to meet you Ijuin Enzan. I am Seishin Kifune a commissioner of the net police."

Great. He tensed up expecting a barrage of questions but to his surprise neither Kifune nor his assistant seemed cold. Manabe served them all coffee which he grateful drank.

"You see with these attacks I've decided to put together a group of extraordinary net battlers," Kifune said as he sipped his coffee and looked up at him with a calm gaze. "I call it the net savior initiative."

"Net Saviors?" He asked. The coffee warmed his body and helped him clear his mind.

Kifune nodded. "Your record with the net police is impeccable. Despite your minor lapses of judgement I've decided it would be best for you to serve under me for the remainder of your probation."

He resisted the urge to argue. "What would I have to do?" I did do those things. I should own up to it.

"The purpose of the net saviors is to combat crime and will evolve with each threat," Kifue said as he hit a few buttons on his PET. The lights dimmed and a white screen pulled down on the wall as a projector turned on.

He looked at the images shown on the projector of various cyber attacks done by WWW and Gospel.

"You see Enzan with these threats we have to be stronger," Meijin said. "The net saviors will be used to help protect society all over the world."

"I see," he said resting in his chair and sipping some coffee. "I don't have any qualms against joining, if I can help stop evil then good. Am I the only one?"

Kifune shook his head. "We have Meijin-san here along with his navis Punk and Kendoman. We have a man named Misaki working for us but his skills are mediocre at best. Dr. Hikari of Scilab has also agreed to cooperate in terms of research."

"I see," He said as he sipped his coffee.

"We plan to recruit some people," Kifune said as the slideshow changed to the image of Hikari Netto and Obihiro Shun. I understand you are familiar with Hikari Netto?"

"I am," he said. "We aren't exactly friends but we are civil to each other. Obihiro Shun is also a nice kid and Netto has been helping him readjust into society."

Kifune nodded. "I see. Hikari Netto possesses two powerful navis. Rockman and Slur." The images of the two navis appeared on the screen and he resisted the urge to frown at Slur. Calkm down that was in the past. "Having them on our side will be a great asset."

He nodded. As much as he hated to admit it Hikari Netto did have potential and his navis were strong. Who am I kidding he and Slur whipped the floor with me. He clenched his fists, as much as he hated to admit it, deep down he knew Hikari Netto was stronger than him.

I let my own pride get ahead of me.

"Enzan-kun by chance do you know anything about Slur?" Kifune asked snapping him out of his thoughts.

He noticed the chief and Meijin both tensed up. "No. I assume Dr. Hikari made her."

"He didn't," Meijin said folding his arms. "Apparently there was a mix up and somehow his son obtained her instead of Rockman."

"I see. Well I don't know anything about it I'm not the closest with him," he said. Dr. Hikari didn't make Slur? That did surprise him. Who could make such a strong navi?

"We've discussed various theories," Kifune said resting in his chair. "The current one is that the Hikari family is hiding a secret. But nevertheless so far she hasn't been a threat to us and thanks to her and Hikari Netto WWW and Gospel were taken out."

"Well he is protective of her," he said resting in his chair. "If you want to get on his good side I recommend you don't try to harm her."

Despite not being the best of friends he did see Netto and his navis as rivals, he wanted to keep it that way.

"We won't," Meijin said firmly. "We just are curious about her programming and the possibility of recruiting her and Hikari Netto."

Kifune nodded. "His navis are strong. I believe they will be a great asset to us. Both he and Obihiro Shun are our prime targets for recruitment. That boy is intelligent and with his knowledge we would be at a great advantage against any threat."

Meijin sipped his coffee. "The boy Shun seems sincere in repairing the damage he caused. He is pretty close to Hikari Netto, I imagine recruiting him would bring Shun into the fold."

"I see," He said as he sipped some coffee. "Well if you are sincere about not harming his navis I'm sure Hikari Netto won't mind joining. Despite our differences I know he is a good person."

Kifune and Meijin exchanged a look. "I see. Hopefully in time Hikari Netto could trust us with the secrets of Slur's programming. But for now lets focus on recruiting him." Kifune ended the presentation and the lights turned back on. "We'll keep you updated on any news."

"Understood," he said as he finished his coffee.

Net Saviors. He bowed before he left the room. Looking out at the dark city he watched the drizzle fall. Hikari Netto. Just what are you hiding. Deep down he knew that Netto was hiding something, he didn't want to pry but curiosity was nagging at him and he deep down something was telling him Slur was at the center of it all.

/

Dr. Regal was in his hideout going over all of his plans and assets. All is coming together soon I'll make my move. He was interrupted by a message stating he had an incoming video call.

He saw who it was and answered it. The image of Yuriko appeared on the screen. "Regal what is it?" She asked folding her arms. She was in her apartment and was wearing a dark jacket over a dark shirt. "You said you have something urgent to tell me."

"I do," he said turning to face her. "Duo. He sent a messenger here."

Yuriko's eyes widened. "Duo? But I haven't seen his comet."

It wasn't something they talked about but the time they shared in the presence of Duo but it was something they often spoke about when they were alone.

"He sent a servant named Slur," he said folding his arms. "I need your help, this navi won't be easy to beat and she will pose a threat to all of us if left unchecked."

Yuriko's face tensed. "Understood. What do you need me to do?"

"Gather information and watcher her closely," he said. "I'll soon have Nebula makes its move." I'll complete my goals along with destroying her. He resisted the urge to smile as he looked up at the screen. "We'll be working with my father and Barrel."

"Barrel? I thought he was dying in a hospital?" Yuriko asked.

"He is," he said. "But his navi Colonel will be of great help."

Yuriko nodded. "Fine. Let me know if you need anything. I'll do my best to scout her when she battles."

"We must be cautious," He said. "Duo will be a fearsome opponent." Yuriko nodded before ending the call.

The last thing I need is for Duo or any of his people to harass my work. He clenched his fists as he looked over all of his plans. Dark Chips and Darkloids both of them combined may be able to take her down.

He frowned as he saw another incoming call but answered it when he saw it was from Barrel. The former soldier appeared on the screen his face looking gaunt. You don't' have much time left do you?

"Barrel what do you need?" He asked.

"I know your organization isn't the most ethical but we all need to help take Slur down," Barrel said. "Colonel will assist you from the side lines. Just as long as you don't use those Dark Chips on him or implicate us in any way."

He nodded. "Fair enough. Anything else?"

Barrel nodded. "I have contacts throughout the world. I've reached out to some old acquaintances in Sharo, they'll send a special operator to help take her out."

Sharo was known to be a reclusive nation but always one that would defend its interests. "I see. Who is this person?" he asked.

"I'm afraid I can't jeopardize my contacts," Barrel said. "But rest assured he will help take care of her."

"I see. No problem so long as she is defeated the better," he said. "Good luck Barrel."

Barrel nodded. "You too."

The conversation ended and he rested in his chair letting out a sigh. His heart beat rapidly in his chest as he thought of those horrible memories. Duo. He truly is a menace to his planet but I wont' let him get in the way of our plans.

He went back to overlooking his data. We'll take care of her and her operator. No one will stand in my way. A smile spread across his face as he looked up at the image of the net navi Savageman. I'll take care of whatever problem gets in our way. This planet is mine not Duo's not my fathers but mine.

/

Laika was practicing with his rifle firing shots into the target each shot making its mark as his navi Searchman did the same in the cyberworld. With the rise of various terrorist groups he would need to be take out any threat to him and his nation without any hesitation.

"Laika you are summoned to the commissioners office," A soldier said.

He sighed and nodded. "Be right there." An order was an order. He grabbed his rifle and put it away before grabbing his PET.

After putting his things away he was led to a secluded room. Must be important. The room in question was sound proof and only classified information was told within its walls. Upon entering the room he saw his superior sitting in the chair.

He saluted his superior. "General what is it you need?"

"Sit Laika," the general said as he shifted through some papers.

He sat across from his superior wondering what type of assignment you would be receiving.

"There is a net navi out there that is a threat to our interests," the general said. "She is operated by a young Japanese boy. I order you to study her and take her out when possible."

He nodded. "Understood," he said firmly. "Who are the targets?"

The general placed the photo of a young boy with a female net navi by his side. "Hikari Netto and Slur."