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OPI Chapter 165: World Government's Invitation
🕑 Added 2024-05-26 03:01:49 +0000 UTCIt was already the third day since Hozumi and Laskey had arrived at the Demon Slayer Corps headquarters.
On the first day, Laskey had decisively defeated Sanemi Shinazugawa using the Wind Breathing style. Later, he defeated Giyu Tomioka and Obanai Iguro demonstrating his ability with a perfect display of returning the technique to the opponent.
This dealt a serious blow to the beliefs of everyone present. Even Urokodaki, who had previously witnessed such an operation by Laskey, was stunned for a long time.
At the same time, Laskey was welcomed by the Demon Slayer Corps at the highest level, and a lively banquet was held that night.
The Demon Slayer Corps' main purpose had always been to kill demons and defeat Muzan.
Although the Hashira could handle the Lower Rank of the Twelve Kizuki, facing the Upper Rank usually meant certain death. Too many Hashira had fallen to them over the centuries.
Laskey's arrival brought hope to everyone, including Kagaya.
But Laskey was not content to defeat just three Hashira. He wanted to confront the other six.
Thus, on the second day, Laskey faced Shinobu Kocho, Mitsuri Kanroji and Muichiro Tokito.
And now, on the third day, Laskey faced Tengen Uzui.
...
Two shadows move quickly through the forest, then stop on the branch of a tree.
"Headquarters, this is Belloc, we have arrived at the target location." One of the men reported. He was a CP7 member.
"Wait hidden until the other three teams arrive and follow the orders of Captain Laskey of CP9." A cold voice ordered them through their hidden headphones.
"Understood."
...
At the Ubuyashiki Mansion.
After Laskey defeated Tengen Uzui, he faced Kyojuro Rengoku and Gyomei Himejima in succession.
After he defeated and understood the strengths of all the Hashira, Laskey decided that it was time for a confrontation with the Demon Slayer Corps.
Lasky walked over and looked at Kagaya and all the Hashira presents.
"Next, we need to discuss inside the house about the annihilation of Kibutsuji Muzan and the Twelve Kizuki by us, as well as the World Government..."
...
All members of the Demon Slayer Corps gathered in the hall.
At this time.
At this moment, Kagaya was sitting in the main chair. On either side of him, were Kiriya and Hinaki, and in front of them, were Laskey and Hozumi. To the left and right sat the Nine Hashira and Urokodaki.
The atmosphere was solemn and serious.
"Mr. Mitsui Hayato, you mentioned that Kibutsuji Muzan and the Twelve Kizuki were eliminated by you. Is that true? And who exactly are 'you'?" Kagaya asked very seriously.
"First, Mitsui Hayato is an alias. My real name is Laskey. And Hozumi is not my daughter, but my subordinate." Laskey's expression was very calm, but the Hashira seemed surprised when they heard this.
"As for Kibutsuji Muzan and the Twelve Kizuki, they were completely eliminated two days ago by Lieutenant General Crocodile at Infinity Castle."
Laskey's statement plunged the members of the Demon Slayer Corps into a deep silence.
"Excuse me, what is Infinity Castle? And are you two officials of the Japanese government?" Kagaya asked in a deep voice.
"Infinity Castle is the base of Kibutsuji Muzan, located underground in the city of Hachioji. And we come from the World Government, not the Japanese government."
With that said, Laskey manipulated the Den-Den Mushi on his shoulder to display images provided by the command center.
Two beams of light emerged from the Den-Den Mushi's eyes, projecting a virtual screen in the air.
However, this scared the Hashira. At the moment the light appeared, Gyomei Himejima and Kyojuro Rengoku, along with Kagaya, were already standing in front of him and were on guard.
At the same time, Sanemi Shinazugawa, Giyu Tomioka, and Obanai Iguro quickly stood up, placing their hands on their Nichirin swords, staring at Laskey and Hozumi.
Although they still did not understand what the World Government was, they could discern that these two belonged to another organization.
The Den-Den Mushi's ability to project images was too similar to the abilities of demons, leading the Hashira to suspect that it was a snail-shaped demon.
"Ah! Sister Shinobu, Sister Mitsuri, don't be scared. This is a Den-Den Mushi. When I first saw it, I was also surprised, but it really doesn't pose any threat." Hozumi said, quickly standing up and explaining the function of the Den-Den Mushi in a hurried voice, which made the Hashira hesitate.
At this moment, the virtual screen in the air began to play extremely clear images, capturing the attention of everyone present.
The footage showed Gus and Horobi fighting fiercely against Muzan and the Twelve Kizuki.
When they heard Shinobu murmur, everyone believed that the images were real.
"A rainbow like a rainbow, a purple hat, a spot on his head as if it had been soaked in blood, and that carefree smile always on his face..."
"There is no doubt, that white-haired demon is the one who killed my sister..."
"Be careful, Sister Horobi!" Hozumi exclaimed, looking at the screen where Horobi was surrounded.
In fact, both she and Laskey were seeing this for the first time.
"Ah! Captain!" Hozumi exclaimed as she watched Gus lose an arm to Muzan, her face filled with worry and fear. Likewise, the Hashira, seeing Muzan's power, turned pale.
Finally, the climax came. The sand began to fall from the sky. Then, a sandstorm filled every corner of Infinity Castle. Then, a giant figure appeared in the arena, at the same time a strange laugh rang out.
What followed was impressive.
Muzan, who was completely invincible to the Hashira, had no chance to resist Crocodile.
"Why can his body turn into sand? Isn't he human?" Tengen Uzui asked with wide eyes, not believing what he saw.
“That is the ability of a Logia-type devil fruit user, a secret treasure of the Starfish World…” Hozumi explained.
"Do you have that ability too?" Mitsuri asked curiously.
"Ah, no... I don't..." Hozumi curled her toes together in embarrassment. "To get a devil fruit we need a lot of points, and I just joined Cipher Pol. To buy one I would need at least 100 million Berries, and I don't have that much money."
At the same time the virtual screen showed Crocodile draining Kokushibo's life with a single movement before automatically shutting down.
Although they did not see the end, Laskey's words about annihilation allowed everyone to imagine the fate of Muzan and the Twelve Kizuki.
Surely, they had all been eliminated.
Now, a very important question was posed before the Ubuyashiki family and the entire Demon Slayer Corps: What would they do next?
“I imagine everyone has already realized the question about the future of the Demon Slayer Corps.”
Lasky was standing in front of Kagaya and her two children. During the playback of the images, they had approached him, whispering in his ear and explaining the content.
"This problem can be easily solved by joining the World Government!"
"So.... What is the World Government?" Kagaya asked softly.
"About the World Government, because it is too great, it is difficult to explain clearly with just a few words from me. Therefore, you need to watch another video and wait a moment."
Laskey raised his hand and pressed another button on the Den-Den Mushi.
Soon, the image of a white emblem with a five-circle floating cross appeared at the start.
The camera then zoomed out, revealing it to be a flag fluttering in the wind, followed by the imposing headquarters of the World Government, which appeared on the screen.
The members of the Demon Slayer Corps had never seen such a huge man-made building. The five white cylindrical towers, each over a thousand meters high, were impressive.
At that moment, a voice-over began to narrate.
“The World Government is the most powerful international organization in the Starfish World, ruling all kingdoms and islands. Its highest authority is the Government Affairs Council, known as the Five Elders. Subordinate organizations include the Cipher Pol intelligence agency, Army Headquarters, Navy Headquarters, Impel Down Grand Prison, among others…”
To facilitate the introduction of the World Government to other worlds, the media department had created this promotional video.
Although the content was not very extensive, it clearly explained what the World Government was, what the alternate worlds and the Dimensional Gates were.
From time to time, scenes of the armed forces of the Navy and the Army were interspersed, as well as battles between the high-level forces of the Starfish World, which seemed more like natural disasters than a battle.
Without surprise, these images completely shattered the Demon Slayer Corps members' worldview.
A while after the Den-Den Mushi finished playing the video, Kagaya spoke first. “So, you come from another world and are here to… conquer ours?”
"It should be said that this world is invited to join the world government."
“Now that Kibutsuji Muzan has disappeared from this world and the Twelve Kizuki have been eliminated, apart from the few demons that still remain, no new demons will arise. Should the Demon Slayer Corps disband, bringing their breathing and swordsmanship styles to oblivion?”
"I guess if you don't want to, then join us. The World Government will assign you to the most suitable department based on your talents and continue to shine!"
After saying that, Laskey focused his gaze on Kagaya's disfigured face, affected by his illness.
“In addition, our Faculty of Medicine surely has a solution for your illness, and even for the weakness and short life expectancy of your family.”
These words caused an expression of surprise and joy in the members of the Demon Slayer Corps.
"That cannot be. Our Ubuyashiki family is cursed because of our blood connection with Kibutsuji Muzan…”
Kagaya, however, was incredulous.
