The time has passed since then. The anniversary of Mikoto's parents is now officially done for one year. Three months have gone by since Mikoto's last visit to the place where his parents were killed in front of an innocent boy's eyes. Three months and crime rarely happens thanks to the efforts of
The Masked Avenger (仮面の復ven者. Lit "Kamen no fuku ven-sha") though still painted as a vigilante by law enforcement. Their attempts in his captured has always been and will be a failure. The crime rate that takes place during the time where people sleep in bed is no longer high. It has tremendously slowed where those who want to commit the crime has been too afraid to conduct certain activities. Too scared to meet
The Boogeyman, the only threat that rarely occurs is hollow sightings. Which is typically taken care of by himself or other beings he plans to deal with at his own pace. His obsession to deal with a particular group has grown over these months, mentally itching and scratching for a chance to find out their hidden place. Searched far and wide around town and to no avail, his search came up to
NOTHING, which he felt was impossible. Though it came across as a theory that like hollows, these people come from a different world. A world that seems to be hidden from the likes of himself, a human, because of this, there was no way to pinpoint precisely an entry to this hidden dimension. In the mind of Mikoto, it has to exist, and there was no other explanation.
Mikoto spent months trying to unravel this secret as best as he could in secret. He was using every technology and computer he had access too, as much as he could, to figure out any possibilities of finding their HQ. Even went to searching for stationed men and women they have here, but they seem to have them nowhere in sight as if they never existed. Could it be possible that they know he is looking for them? Could it be that they are preventing him from gaining their trail? Or did something happen? Well, regardless of the questions that roam freely within the subconscious, he set up a data mining system. By inputting all data, he has collected since his time as a fullbringer on the beings that he does know, thanks to Asterion's help, who held more knowledge. The data that is placed into a personal system of Mikoto that will detect a suspicious anomaly that differs from the vital data that would include disturbances with humans and nature itself. This type of work and effort has firewalls and a failsafe given the complexity and danger that it could pose if someone, somehow were able to bypass and hack his software. This setup is why the software server is not the same as Kimura Enterprise but more private so that if the building itself was ever compromised. His private network system protects Mikoto's data and personal computer data. The good thing about the entire setup is that it continues to learn, which is also connected to his Masked Avenger suit. So everything he sees while wearing the suit itself, the data automatically is sent to both computer systems — one of the primary sources being at his workplace.
At this time, Mikoto's current location is at his company, and Kimura Enterprises resides within Karakura town. There was another location of Kimura Enterprises' location in Naruki City, and it is just a much smaller building than the Kimura Enterprise in Karakura town. That stands a thousand and eight-hundred feet tall rectangular building with a hundred and twelve floors, stained glass windows. The Kimura Enterprise building was built with 13 Nio guardians watching the 13 ways into Karakura. The five guardians on the first tier view the original five ways into Karakura town. Higher up, the seven guardians attend the seven train lines that converge at Metro Station below the building's base.
Last but not least, the 13th guardian sits in the middle of the building, which oversees Naruki City. These Nio guardians are known to be with their bare-chested bodies rippling with muscles, fierce visages, and brandishing weapons. They seem violent and threatening, entirely antithetical to concepts most people associate with the Buddhist religion: compassion, peace, serenity, non-violence. According to Japanese mythology, Nio protects Japanese temples from evil spirits and demons alike. Every other Nio that is placed on the building has their mouths open. Open-mouthed Nio is making the
"a" sound and is known as
"agyo,", and the closed-mouth is making the
"n" sound and is called
"ungyo." These are the first and last syllables in Japanese and symbolize beginning and end, birth, and death. Something Mikoto lives on through his mentality and how he perpetually views his world. Everything changed when learning of his fullbringer powers, but it only produced during the death of his parents, the beginning. Now it is only a matter of time before the cycle repeats itself, and his end could be any day. Nevertheless, not before he exacts his revenge on those responsible.
"So if you pay attention to the vision and the design of the island, that is more than enough to house at least 5000 students. This high school can be built right on that island with its train station that leads kids to and back from the island. With access to the train station and around the school by using a PDA for staff and students only."
The pitch for building a large high school among a remote island the idea gotten a few nods of the board, but no everyone was, please. Moreso, it would, of course, be about stocks and funding of this project that would raise a few of the member's concerns, once asked it shall be answered. Mikoto already has the numbers and funding solved. Was there a particular reason for having a school on a remote island? Was there a significant plot behind such a project to mask hidden agendas? Unfortunately, this project in mind is nothing more than a genuine act to help provide a better schooling for the youth around Japan. There was not a hidden motive behind this project. Just something to help paint the alter ego, Mikoto Kimura as a billionaire that wants to save the city and the next generation to come. Just like how he built a Kimura's orphanage home in Naruki City two months ago in honor of those who were homeless or had no family. The orphanage was more a soft spot for the homeless and countless young people who lost their homes and families/parents like he did. He did not want anyone as young as he once was to grow up without someone, suffering like he has. Thankfully, he had Asterion. However, many others may not be so lucky to have someone guide them in the proper direction.
"So what about the money? Surely Kimura Enterprises are not just going to do this without losing a ton of money? On top of the staff need it to run the place. That is going to be an enormous sum of money even to get the project to start it. I sure hope you; Mister Kimura is not suggesting that we spend money on that without getting anything out of it?"
A member of the board spoken his words as the others did not seem to flinch at the statement and questions made. Bold of him to assumed Mister Kimura did not have a plan for such a thing. The room where they reside in was on the 99th floor inside a vast meeting room; the table itself is a circular dimension. Mikoto is standing in the center of this gap of the circle formation. The 3D hologram demonstrates and displays all of the plans that are currently being discussed. With a pressed of a button, the hologram changed from the blueprint of the island.
" Mr. Wasikawa, I can assure you that I did not bring you here without having possible numbers. As you all can see from the chart that it shows the amount of money it is going to take to fund this project."
Mikoto paused as the members of the board were astounded, though some still were not convinced.
"What is Kimura's High School Funds?" one member asked as the others started to take notice of the same thing.
"Ah. Well, let me explain. You see, I will not be using the money from Kimura Enterprises. Though it is in my family's name, we all know that the majority of the assets go into the stock of the company and shareholders. Therefore, I bought my shares and place them there and will be using my own money to invest in this project. Kimura Enterprises gets 10% of the proceedings and funding from the money we received from student fees that want to attend the school. Due to the substantial economic burden mainly carried by households with children attending private schools, the new system offers financial support for low-income households with a high school student based on the household's annual income. The government is willing to pay 75% of financial support to households with a high school student that pays less than ¥50,200 for municipal graded income tax. Now the initial cost for those that can afford the cost will be paying ¥75,000. This rate is because it comes with the benefits of paid extra-curriculum activities for students, dormitory; the same benefits will go to those who are financially supported. By my calculations, with the number of 5000 students, I will receive a sum of ¥240 million a year, which 5% of that goes to the school's budget every year. 10% goes to Kimura Enterprises while the rest of the proceeds goes to my shares and stocks to the school and my trust funds. Any questions?"
He asked them while the screen of the chart disappeared with a press of a button. The board members were discussing to themselves while Mikoto stood there with a blank look. Not that he was worry but to show he was confident that his plan and pitch were well-enough to win their favor. Each 14 members present stood up and bows respectfully towards Mikoto and begins to clap their hands afterward. Mikoto politely return the favor with a simple bow.
"Now, if you all excuse me, gentlemen, I have another matter to attend too." Mikoto stated excusing himself while the members of the board began to gather their belongings and exit the meeting room. As Mr. Kimura was making his exit wearing his usual black business suit with a golden tie, Kaguya Sengoku, his assistant, had been standing post by the door. Once he walked passed, she soon followed behind him, carrying a tablet where you could see her using one finger to scroll upwards on the screen. Going towards the elevator, she pressed the button for the top floor to his office. Mikoto walked through an automatic glass door that leads to his personal space.
"Sir, do not forget you have to make an appearance tonight for the festival. Furthermore, tomorrow you have to make an appearance in Naruki city by 10 am."
Connecting...
Securing Connection.....
Connected...
Mikoto turn on his computer on allowing it time to boot up, which did not take but 5 seconds.
"I'll....." he paused when he felt an unusual presence three of them. Moreover, there were no hollows. Who or whatever they are could pose a threat, maybe not. Nevertheless, it calls for him to call off work a little early. By motioning the right hand to be in a reverse underhand, to grip the desk, it would appear as though he pressed a button. However, that particular spot scanned his ID print of the finger, which brought down a steel shutter of the front office doors and glass windows that surrounded his office. The wall behind him with a large frame painting of himself and his parents slid slowly to the side, revealing a secret panel wall that dons a particular outfit. One that is not tailored in any gentlemen store.
It did not take long for Mikoto to dress the part and to slip on the costume. The outfit consists of a white thick skull-shaped mask that leaves only the mouth exposed, all-black attire, plated shoulders, plated torso, long trench coat, steel toe boots with a white scarf wrapped around the neck. The visors on the masked are red. Once he gathered everything he needs, his assistant did not shred a word. Since typically, she knew the look among Mikoto and knew this was about to happen.
"Are you going to make it tonight?" she asked him while he walked outside towards the balcony and leaped on top of the railing. Not a word left his mouth, allowing the silence between them until he departed by flickering into a high -speed motion,
bringer light.
By using standard transportation, the source of the spiritual signatures he sensed would be 25-30 minutes. However, using his ability, it cut that down to about 5 minutes or less. However, his main intentions were to observe first and gather any data need it. Nevertheless, rushing into whatever was going on would be an amateur move. Instead, as a precautionary, The Boogeyman himself masked his spiritual and physical presence entirely. To where it would take a master even to glimpse of his presence, but even so, it would still take an immense concentration to locate him precisely. Upon appearing between two buildings of a narrow path that leads to the alley, he made sure that his position was somewhere that is not easy for anyone to identify.
Furthermore, he made him less noticeable to any civilians in the area, which seems that this area is unusually quiet. By the time of his arrival, three people were suspended in the air. He realized Ms. Diamante's Flower shop was damaged and hoped she was okay. He was already beginning to get angry that such a young girl such as herself would be hurt. Alternatively, at least that is was his initial thought until he recognized the young woman in the air — the source of the raging spiritual pressure.
"So Ms. Diamante is a Quincy?"
Looking at the other two men who were in mid-air from around the corner, one seems to be Quincy, like Ms. Diamante and a man who does not read as a Quincy. But something like himself and Asterion. Then another individual showed up, and it is pretty apparent he knew one of them. He, too, also read as himself? So what was their reason for fighting? What is going on? He questions while continued to observe and only plans to jump in if things did not calm themselves down. Since he could not hear their conversation, it did not take but a second when a
flurry of individuals possibly pinned down the white hair individual. The encounter had been growing more fascinating by the minute, but it is not determined if it was good or bad. However, it seems by her response of
"That is enough" they must work for her. Her show of authority towards them shows she is not a simple flower girl or a Quincy but a leader, perhaps? Surely she was someone important to have bodyguards. This newfound information requires extensive researched, and if the young man was bound to the concrete or not. The Masked Avenger would soon step out of the alleyway showing himself while standing 10 feet from the possible capture individual.
"Is there anything I can help you with?"
He was not looking to play
"hero" or a savior for the white hair individual. He had his reasons for coming out, and this was his town, Mikoto's home. Moreover, actions such as this would be his business to deal with, judging whether or not these actions were just or not. Stepping in would result in how these people would retreat a vigilante like himself before him. If a fight were to break out, Mikoto would steer it away from causing any damages to the properties of the neighborhood. Though when he asked the question it was moreso directed towards the young woman, Diamante. But as this was so an anomaly alert has just come through to him during this encounter. It seems the new system of detecting anomalies is working for once. But the anomaly doesn't quite say what or who but that is the point. However, the weird sensation points to Naruki city. He didn't need directions from the anomaly inside of his costume to tell him that. He couldn't tell what this thing or person is but it couldn't be determined whether it was good or bad sign. Maybe its a shinigami finally appearing. He didn't waste time to leave the scene despite just arriving. Whatever issue that was happening between them could be left to their own expenses. An opportunity has arisen and couldn't let it slip. Raising the left forearm where he pressed a simple button on the suit. It would take a minute for it to arrive but in the meantime, he fled the scene by performing bringer light for head start towards Naruki City. If this was a shinigami he would get all the answer he needs plus revenge and maybe it was the same shinigami from that very night. Without realizing his obsession with this topic was causing him to lose sight of his code to not be brash and that was exactly what's happening now.
Heading to Naruki City from Karakura Town
