"Report: The target is currently in stable condition; the threat has been eliminated!"
"Containment!"
"As ordered!"
Several special forces personnel took out specially made containers and slowly approached Shinomiya Hiromitsu's corpse.
Inside Shinomiya Hikari's corpse, a few remaining symbiotes slowly wriggled, but compared to their previous activity, they were now extremely weak.
Seemingly sensing the approach of the special forces, the remaining symbiotes gathered together, then suddenly leaped away, breaking free from Shinomiya Huangguang's charred body, and crawled at an extremely fast speed towards the pile of scattered walls on the side of the room.
"Level One Alert!"
Upon seeing the symbiote crawl into the wall pile, the special forces personnel instantly raised their weapons and aimed them at the spot where the symbiote had disappeared.
A moment later, the wall shook, and a figure pushed aside the stones pressing down on it and stood up from the ruins.
"I surrender."
Looking at the dozen or so weapons pointed at her, each capable of easily taking down Shinomiya Hikari, Hayasaka Ai raised her hands expressionlessly and spoke.
"Catch her!"
Several special forces personnel stepped forward and subdued Hayasaka Ai. After confirming that the symbiote that had previously detached from Shinomiya Hikari's body had parasitized her, the group escorted Hayasaka Ai out of the room.
Hayasaka Ai did not resist. Feeling the immense force binding her joints on both sides, she realized that she was no match for these people, so she obediently followed them away.
The remaining people searched the room, picked up the mask from the corner, and then left the Shinomiya main house together.
......
An hour later, at the shelter.
"Symbiote, and Stone Mask, too?"
Looking at the report on the actions of the Shinomiya main family, Takahashi Yu nodded, then looked at another document.
This is the follow-up to this containment operation.
At this point, the Shinomiya main family was completely under the control of the shelter. Apart from Shinomiya Kaguya, who no longer lived in the Shinomiya main family, everyone from the head of the Shinomiya main family, Shinomiya Kan'an, and his second son, Shinomiya Un'taka, down to an ordinary servant in the Shinomiya main family, had been subjected to suggestive control.
In the coming period, the head of the Shinomiya family, Shinomiya Kan'an, will announce that his eldest son, Shinomiya Kou, is ill and needs to recuperate at the Shinomiya main family for a period of time. As for the specific duration, it will depend on Takahashi Yu's plans.
Anyway, it shouldn't be too long. After all, Takahashi Yu has already had DNA collected from Shinomiya Hikari's corpse. When they bring Dr. Genus from the House of Evolution, they can clone an identical Shinomiya Hikari using cloning technology.
During this period, the entire Shinomiya family will cooperate with the shelter's operations to cover their tracks and facilitate a seamless handover in the future.
"I never expected that Hayasaka Ai would be involved in this matter."
Putting down the documents in her hand, Takahashi Yu recalled the contents of the containment report and couldn't help but sigh.
Within Shuchiin Academy, Takahashi Yu's interpersonal relationships extend beyond the student council. Just as she knew Fujiwara Chika before running for student council president, Hayasaka Ai can also be considered someone Takahashi Yu knows.
However, the way the two met was different from that of Fujiwara Chika. The main reason why Takahashi Yu met Hayasaka Ai was during the election for student council president. As one of Shinomiya Kaguya's rivals, Hayasaka Ai investigated and contacted him, and they gradually developed a good relationship. After he successfully ran for student council president with the help of Fujiwara Chika, the two did not lose contact. They were the kind of friends who could look at each other's Line and Twitter Moments.
However, as the anomalies became more and more frequent, the two hadn't had a proper chat for a while. Most of the time, they would exchange a few words when Takahashi Yu occasionally liked each other's posts on Twitter or other apps during her free time.
Oh right, Kaguya Shinomiya, being completely clueless about electronics, was unaware of this. Neither Takahashi Yu nor Hayasaka Ai intended to tell Kaguya. Takahashi Yu felt it was unnecessary, since under normal circumstances, she shouldn't know about the relationship between Hayasaka Ai and Kaguya. Hayasaka Ai, on the other hand, knew that Kaguya was clueless about electronics, and explaining it would be troublesome, so she simply kept quiet.
Originally, this operation had nothing to do with Kaguya Shinomiya and Ai Hayasaka, who lived outside the main Shinomiya family. However, by sheer coincidence, Ai Hayasaka was summoned to the main Shinomiya family by Hikari Shinomiya on the day of the operation and was even fitted with a stone mask. By a twist of fate, she became another blonde vampire after DIO, who loved eating small bread rolls.
After recalling the reports from his subordinates regarding Hayasaka Ai, Takahashi Yu sorted out the cause and effect.
Two days ago, Shinomiya Hikari came into contact with the symbiote Venom, which came to this world from a spacetime rift, by chance. After being parasitized by Venom, he was incredibly lucky and bought the Stone Mask, which was being sold as an unearthed artifact.
Based on the various behaviors of Shinomiya Hikari after being parasitized by Venom, it can be inferred that Venom has the effect of influencing the host and gradually intensifying the host's emotions.
Under the influence of Venom, Shinomiya Hikaru's temper became increasingly violent. He also learned that Hayasaka Ai had been hiding information about Shinomiya Kaguya from him. Not long ago, he was scolded by Shinomiya Kan'an for messing up his voice and was also mocked by Shinomiya Un'taka. Adding fuel to the fire, although he was not yet going to take action against Shinomiya Kan'an and Shinomiya Un'taka, Hayasaka Ai, who was caught in the crossfire, was not so lucky.
Hayasaka Ai was then summoned to the Shinomiya main residence by Shinomiya Hiroki, where she was fitted with a stone mask, the true purpose of which was unknown and was only considered a special instrument of torture, leading to the events that followed.
"From this perspective, the Venom parasitizing Hikari Shinomiya is more similar to the Venom in the Spider-Man trilogy than the Venom in the standalone cinematic universe."
Compared to the ambiguous Venom symbiote in the standalone Spider-Man cinematic universe, Venom in the classic Spider-Man trilogy is clearly more villainous.
Unlike Venom in its own cinematic universe, Venom lacks a strong sense of self, which amplifies and influences the host's thinking, triggering and amplifying its inner darkness and desires.
Didn't you see that Spider-Man, who was originally a good neighbor in New York, dared to ask his boss for a promotion and a raise after being parasitized and corrupted by Venom, and even dared to go out and dance awkwardly in the street?
Chapter 72: Hayasaka Ai – Seemingly Calm, But Actually Panicking
However, this is also a good thing. The Venom in the Spider-Man trilogy is closer to a pure villain than the symbiote Venom in the standalone film universe. It doesn't have much self-awareness besides instinct, so it's not much of a burden to study.
If it were Venom from a standalone cinematic universe, there might be some communication involved first. Moreover, even if research results are achieved later, the thought that these developed devices might also possess independent consciousness is psychologically unsettling.
With that thought in mind, Takahashi Yu felt relieved.
As for the handling of Hayasaka Ai's case, Takahashi Yu doesn't need to worry about it. Since the containment list appeared, there has long been a relatively complete set of handling procedures for cases like Hayasaka Ai and Shinomiya Hikari who obtained special containment objects by chance. At most, cases like Hayasaka Ai's, which were affected by containment objects, are special, but there is no need to give special instructions. The person in charge and staff in the containment facility know what to do.
Moreover, unlike others, Hayasaka Ai is a student at Shuchiin Academy just like him, and they know each other. Therefore, some mystery is necessary. At least until he is sure that Hayasaka Ai has the right mindset, Takahashi Yu does not plan to meet her. It is not too late to meet her after some time.
After all, he was the director of this anomalous containment facility, and sooner or later, containment facility members like Hayasaka Ai, whose situations were quite special like Misaka Mikoto's, would be able to meet him.
As for why Takahashi Yu was so certain that Hayasaka Ai would become a member of the containment facility, this has been mentioned before. Hayasaka Ai's situation is quite special, just like Misaka Mikoto's. After being transformed into a vampire by the Stone Mask, they both possessed extremely powerful strength compared to ordinary people, making them eligible to be included in the containment program. Therefore, regardless of whether Hayasaka Ai cooperates or not, the containment facility would never allow Hayasaka Ai to live in the world of ordinary people as before.
If Eriri was initially threatened by Takahashi Yu because he noticed something was wrong with her, and he did so to get her to cooperate, then Yukino Yukinoshita was given a chance because she was the heroine of an anime in her previous life. Takahashi Yu didn't care much about what Yukino Yukino chose to do.
Misaka Mikoto and now Hayasaka Ai are the kind of special individuals who cannot be let go of, both morally and logically, and must be monitored to prevent accidents from happening.
Despite the fact that Hayasaka Ai was badly beaten by Shinomiya Hikari, who was possessed by the symbiote, the power of vampires still far exceeds the imagination of ordinary people.
Take recovery ability as an example. Hayasaka Ai was almost completely fractured when she was thrown by Shinomiya Hiroki. In terms of injuries, an ordinary person would have been dead long ago. However, after lying in the pile of walls for just a few minutes, Hayasaka Ai's injuries were almost completely healed. The journey from Shinomiya's main house to the shelter had already allowed Hayasaka Ai's body to fully recover.
With that terrifying regenerative ability, plus the physical strength to lift a road roller with his bare hands, aside from his fear of sunlight, he would practically be a mini-superman in a typical crossover anime world where there are no overt supernatural powers. Not to mention that he can later develop various abilities using his vampire talents.
I wonder what Kaguya Shinomiya will think when she finds out that her maid is no longer human.
......
Meanwhile, Hayasaka Ai, who had already entered the shelter, had been given a briefing on the shelter's situation and purpose by the staff in charge.
Realizing she might have arrived in a terrible place, Hayasaka Ai, who appeared calm but was actually starting to panic inside, became even more silent, especially after learning about the changes in her body.
"After scanning and examination, we have confirmed that the containment of the Venom-codenamed Venom parasitized your body after being separated from its host."
Following the personnel inside the shelter, Hayasaka Ai left the inspection area and was informed of the investigation results.
"Next, we will use special methods to remove the symbiote that is parasitizing your body. The process may be very painful, so please be mentally prepared."
Upon entering the experimental area, Hayasaka Ai was taken to a special laboratory, which was surrounded by special instruments.
"According to intelligence, the symbiote codenamed Venom is extremely afraid of noise. Therefore, when surrounded by noise of a specific frequency, the symbiote will exhibit a painful posture, lose its activity, and be forced to separate from the host. Using this characteristic, we can force the symbiote out of your body."
"Please rest assured that although the process will be painful, this level of separation will not threaten the host's life."
Hearing what the experimenters said, Hayasaka Ai nodded, but she was still very uneasy.
Although based on prior knowledge, the organization in front of her was a righteous organization dedicated to protecting humanity and maintaining world stability, Hayasaka Ai, who grew up in the Shinomiya family and also had an undercover identity, knew very well that it was very common for many big figures and organizations to say one thing and do another. The organization she was currently in, called the Anomalous Containment Facility, was undoubtedly a big organization, and the founder who created this organization was undoubtedly a big figure.
Therefore, Hayasaka Ai still maintains a skeptical attitude towards the information she previously learned about the shelter and the main purpose of its establishment.
However, the situation was beyond her control. Considering that these people could easily control the Shinomiya main family, and even eliminate Shinomiya Hikari within the Shinomiya main family and bring her here, Hayasaka Ai dared not resist the arrangements of the shelter and could only walk to the center of the laboratory.
"The relevant personnel are in position and ready to begin."
The equipment in the laboratory lit up one by one and was then activated by the relevant researchers.
Suddenly, a piercing noise came from the surrounding equipment, and Hayasaka Ai immediately felt pain coming from inside her body.
Amidst the noise, the symbiote parasitizing Hayasaka Ai's body began to struggle desperately and gradually detached itself from her body.
Finally, after completely separating from Hayasaka Ai's body, the symbiote that fell to the ground was sucked into a special instrument and then injected into a special container.
"Containment of the 'Venom' has been completed."
"Transfer it to the experimental area."
"Roger that!"
Under the direction of the person in charge, the container containing the venom was sent to the experimental area for research. Hayasaka Ai, who was in the laboratory, was sent to a rest room in the containment area by several female members of the containment facility because of her special status, to await further arrangements.
Chapter 73: The Interaction Between the Railgun and the Blonde Vampire
"Excuse me, is there something you need from me?"
Inside the shelter, Misaka Mikoto looked at Takahashi Yu in front of her with a puzzled expression, not understanding why the shelter director had summoned her here.
"Of course, I have a task for you."
Then Takahashi Yu spoke.
"During today's containment operation at the shelter, there is a person named Hayasaka Ai who, like you, has a rather special situation. Therefore, you will be responsible for registering her for containment and communicating with her."
"Sigh, why me?"
Misaka Mikoto asked, puzzled.
Logically speaking, even if there isn't a dedicated person in charge of this kind of work, the director of the shelter in front of me could personally handle it, just like I did back then. Why is this task falling on my shoulders now?
"Naturally, it's because your identities are similar, making it easier for you to communicate compared to other people in the shelter. As the director of the shelter, I can't possibly do everything myself, can I?"
In fact, given Hayasaka Ai's special status, she is a rare talent in this world at this stage. Under normal circumstances, it would not be unreasonable for Takahashi Yu to personally go and communicate with her. However, the problem is that Hayasaka Ai happens to know him, so the most suitable candidate naturally falls to Misaka Mikoto.
Both possess supernatural powers and are female, and Misaka Mikoto arrived at the shelter earlier than Hayasaka Ai, so she naturally has an unparalleled advantage in their interactions.
Suddenly turned into a vampire, Hayasaka Ai is now outside the realm of ordinary people and in an unfamiliar environment. She is currently in a state of great anxiety, and even the slightest stimulation could trigger a huge reaction. But it is precisely because of this state that Hayasaka Ai is even more eager to find a "kindred spirit," a mindset that is easy to control.
Given Misaka Mikoto's cheerful personality, using her to reach Hayasaka Ai would allow the latter to integrate into the asylum environment more quickly. This was another important reason why Takahashi Yu sought out Misaka Mikoto.
"Don't worry, as the director of the shelter, I won't mistreat my employees. After this registration is completed, I will have the shelter staff remove a portion of your observation period. Then you will be allowed to leave the shelter during the day and move freely without using your superpowers. How about that?"
"Really, really?"
Upon hearing Takahashi Yu's words, Misaka Mikoto's eyes lit up. Since arriving at the shelter, she had never been allowed to leave. Although the shelter was large and had many recreational facilities for people to relax in their leisure time, staying in one environment for a long time could still lead to boredom.
"In that case, leave this task to me!"
Misaka Mikoto said confidently, then paused for a moment, and then belatedly added, "By the way, I'm not doing this for the reward. I'm just a member of the containment facility and I have to follow the director's orders."
"Of course, then let's prepare for the exchange properly, so as not to keep people waiting."
He patted Misaka Mikoto on the shoulder, as if the organization had high hopes for her, and then Takahashi Yu called someone over to start showing Misaka Mikoto the registration process.
......
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