As the decisive sound effect chimed.
Within the Sasword blade.
Blood toxins mixed with superluminal particles transformed into photons, the blade itself seemed to be entwined with the power of purple lightning.
This is...
Rider Slash!
The Knight's Slash!
A charged-up strike, carrying an unparalleled thunderous momentum, then fell upon the remaining adult wolf spider with lightning speed.
"Clock Over."
Acceleration ended.
On Decade, the Sasword armor turned into a phantom and dissipated.
Behind him.
The adult wolf spider's body, unable to withstand the ravages of such a terrifying final move, instantly exploded.
"All done."
Chen Ran clapped his hands.
After dealing with these three alien insects, a small amount of hope particles flowed into his body.
Surprisingly good...
He had initially thought this mission was just a "job" for money.
But he hadn't expected this pleasant surprise.
He figured these were "gifts" from those who had fled in panic due to the appearance of the alien insects.
He canceled his transformation.
The "Knight Evolution System" bound to him was different from those monster-leveling systems, but the effect was more or less the same.
"You've been watching for so long, aren't you coming out?"
Chen Ran looked towards a corner of the rooftop.
He had already noticed it while fighting in Clock Up mode.
A red beetle-like knight was observing in secret.
That was none other than... Kabuto!
Tendou Souji slowly emerged from the hidden corner.
"I didn't expect you to discover me."
Tendou was somewhat surprised.
After transforming, he had entered hyper-speed just before Chen Ran.
He had concealed himself.
And had not engaged with the alien insects, causing any... disturbance.
He considered his ability to hide himself to be quite good.
And his movements were cautious.
He hadn't expected Chen Ran to still find him.
As expected!
He is indeed a man praised by his sister.
He thought to himself.
"This is normal, isn't it?"
Chen Ran rolled his eyes, shrugging like a cartoon bear.
╮(╯▽╰)╭
"My grandmother said, as long as you are observant, you can see the big picture from small details."
Tendou: ???
"You have a grandmother too?"
This caught him by surprise.
"Yes."
Chen Ran nodded seriously.
He had to admit.
Based on his current template, if it weren't for the awakening mission that gave him the Decade Driver, he would have awakened as Kabuto, right?
Tendou felt there were many similarities between them.
He smiled and slowly raised one hand, "My grandmother said, I am the man who walks the path of heaven and takes charge of everything, Tendou Souji."
"Chen Ran."
"Is there something you need?"
After introducing himself, Chen Ran asked.
He remembered he had saved Juka before.
Could it be that girl mentioned it?
And Tendou became interested.
That's probably it!
Tendou Souji is known as the ultimate sister-complex in the Kamen Rider universe.
He's also known as the "King of Arrogance."
But in Chen Ran's opinion, the "sister-complex" attribute should come first.
Tendou usually carried an incredibly imposing aura.
But when it came to matters concerning his sister.
His composure would crumble instantly!
Chen Ran had saved more than one meme of his famous expressions, unfortunately, that was in his past life.
The past was like smoke, and now he could only reminisce.
"Thank you for saving my sister last time."
Tendou said earnestly.
His words of gratitude were genuine.
"It was nothing."
Chen Ran replied.
In fact.
Even if he hadn't met Juka that day, he would have acted.
He couldn't bear to see others in danger.
He didn't want to see others cry anymore.
So he would protect everyone's smile!
That was the earnest teaching of the Heisei era's elder brother, Kuuga.
After their conversation.
Nothing unexpected happened.
They chatted quite well.
Because they were both young men guided by a wise grandmother.
Moreover, they were both Kamen Riders!
After chatting for a while longer.
Because he had other things to do.
Chen Ran decided to leave first.
As for Kabuto's card...
No rush for now.
To fight Tendou like this? It was hard to say who would win or lose.
He was busy today.
He still had to find a place to live.
Although staying at Kagami's place was fine.
Chen Ran really didn't like "roommates."
Except for beautiful girls...
Tendou remained on the rooftop, watching Chen Ran leave.
A gentle breeze blew, stirring his hair.
"Chen Ran... what an interesting guy."
Tendou murmured softly.
......
Meanwhile.
At Zect Headquarters.
In a dark room with the curtains drawn, a desk lamp illuminated the dim light.
Ever since the incident at the Japanese restaurant.
Zect had received news.
Intelligence personnel immediately notified Mishima Masato.
"I understand."
Upon receiving the news.
Mishima Masato hung up the phone.
He adjusted his glasses.
His eyes appeared exceptionally sharp.
"A new bounty hunter, unexpectedly strong..."
He slowly rose and walked out of the room.
Heading towards another office.
That was for: Kagami Ryu!
......
Chen Ran rented a high-end studio apartment in Tokyo.
One room, one living area, one kitchen, one bathroom.
Fully furnished, move-in ready.
It wasn't a villa or a luxurious manor.
But it was enough for him to have a foothold in this world.
After all.
Chen Ran came to the Kabuto world to find his own path of evolution.
He wasn't some idle young master who only knew how to enjoy himself.
Besides, this wasn't his world.
He was a traveler.
One day he would leave.
He purchased some basic necessities.
Chen Ran then left his "home."
Heading to another location.
Destination: Salle Western Restaurant.
Kagami was working there.
He planned to go there for a meal and then tell Kagami about his move.
Salle was well-located.
During mealtimes, it had a considerable customer flow.
Often there was the awkward problem of no available seats.
However, Chen Ran wouldn't encounter this problem at this time.
It wasn't a mealtime yet...
......