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Chapter 1457: Emergency! Casualties Appear! (Two-in-One)
The sound of keyboards tapping filled the air.
In the extremely spacious hall, busy figures were everywhere.
Everyone was focused on the work at hand.
Sometimes they hurried between different offices, sometimes they looked thoughtfully at the documents in their hands.
The staff members seated at the control panels in front either carefully observed the virtual screens in mid-air or rapidly typed on their keyboards.
Behind them stood several men and women in suits, with sharp gazes and an air of professionalism, issuing orders in urgent tones.
The entire atmosphere on site was filled with seriousness and nervousness.
This was because this was the 'Alien Strategic Attack Defense and Logistics Support Committee'.
That is, the Alien Strategic Attack Defense and Logistics Support Committee.
It can be simplified to the Otherworld Strategy Committee, and further simplified to 'Otherworld War Committee' or 'ASC'.
This place is responsible for all Otherworld matters under the World Government.
It can be said to be the direct superior of the governments in various worlds, and also the department they need to interact with most frequently.
Previously, the Nuclear World Rakshasa Nation and the Beast God World Patria Republic conducted an arms trade.
Although it appeared to be done through the World Government Branch and World Bank stationed in the two realms' Homeland.
In reality, it still fell under the jurisdiction of the Otherworld Strategy Committee.
Because the Branch Minister of the World Government Branch in each Otherworld is also a Member of the Otherworld Strategy Committee.
Therefore, this place has the full authority to prohibit official interactions between certain worlds.
Even the project to migrate the populace of Farmart World to the Giant World was led, implemented, and managed by the Otherworld Strategy Committee.
It can be said that the authority of this Department is boundless.
This is why the World Government set it up to be on the same level as the Grand Committee, Grand Inspectorate, and Grand Steward Institute.
It is only under the jurisdiction of the Supreme Executive Committee where the Five Elders reside.
And the first Chairman was held by Chief of Staff Fernandez of the Supreme Executive Committee.
Recently, the scope of authority of the Otherworld Strategy Committee seems to be expanding further.
Given that the Sea Ninja Village's Combat Power was heavily tied up by the Ninja World's war against the Netherworld Government.
This time, the World Government temporarily handed over the command authority for collecting intelligence on the 'Claymore World' and the subsequent conquest operation to the Staff Department of the Otherworld Strategy Committee.
In this process, the Otherworld Strategy Committee has the authority, with the permission of the Command Department and Army Headquarters, to dispatch some Ninja from the Sea Ninja Village and some Troops from the Star Realm Army.
What excited Chairman Fernandez the most was the verbal promise from the Five Elders, stating that as long as no serious problems occurred this time, they would consider handing over the command authority for future preliminary military operations in the New World to them.
The so-called preliminary stage refers to the conquest process that does not require the Main Battle Force to be deployed.
Once the Main Battle Force is deployed, it signifies entering the later stage, and the command authority is automatically transferred to the Command Department of the Supreme Military Command.
Fortunately, the newly appointed Minister and Vice Chairman of the Staff Department, Kaze Fufeng, who took over after Kong Ming left, performed well.
So far, the operation in the 'Claymore World' has been very smooth.
"Minister Fufeng, Jonin Ai from the Sea Ninja Village has sent news that the Ninja Unit he leads has successfully occupied the Claymore Organization Headquarters and captured alive all High-ranking Officials, including Leader Rimuto, as well as twenty-seven Claymore Warriors and one hundred and twelve Warrior Candidates present."
"However, during the exchange of blows, Cassandra and Historia, who were resurrected by the Claymore Organization's biochemical technology, turned into Awakened Beings."
"They have now been killed on the spot by him, but Roxanne was successfully captured alive, and she mentioned that she is very willing to join our side and contribute all the intelligence she knows."
"Finally, they found the living body of the 'Dragon Descendant' and all of Scientist Dae's research data and equipment in the underground laboratory of the Claymore Organization Headquarters. They are now waiting for transport planes to arrive and receive them."
A woman in a black OL suit and glasses walked into the Meeting Room and reported to Minister Kaze Fufeng, who was sitting in the main seat.
"Two 'Abyssal Ones' died, huh? A bit regrettable, but not unacceptable."
Minister Fufeng nodded in understanding and motioned for her to leave.
"Minister, counting the report from Deputy Commander Mekko of the Kabaneri Troops, as long as Jonin Uchiha Kokuu controls the 'Destroyer', and Jonin Aburame Shikuro controls Riful, Clare, and the 'Black Twins', then the targets on Claymore Island are basically all achieved!"
A middle-aged man sitting by the Meeting Table smiled with great delight.
"No, the Level 1 Target Priscilla hasn't been found yet, and the Secondary Target Miata hasn't been found either."
Another younger woman immediately retorted.
But just as she finished speaking, the woman who had just left walked back in, her high heels clicking.
"Minister Fufeng, latest intelligence: Major Zhukov of the Star Realm Army's Fifth Army Group, Third Armored Regiment, has sent back news that they have successfully occupied the 'Holy Capital' in the Central Region and have taken control of the Clergy and Knights of the Rabona Cathedral, led by Archbishop Camry."
"At the same time, Jonin Han has also sent back news that the Ninja Squad he leads has successfully taken control of the Claymore Organization's former No. 3 Warrior Galatea, as well as the current No. 4 Miata and No. 47 Clarice in the 'Holy Capital'."
Minister Fufeng and the others in the Meeting Room were quite pleased upon hearing this.
The Holy Capital and Galatea were not important.
But according to the intelligence provided by the Five Elders, Miata, although young, has a very peculiar Awakened Being form with the potential to reach the level of an 'Abyssal One'.
(Miata's Awakened Being Form: A flying Yoma Dragon with many wings)
"In addition, they also found some flesh and blood of the Awakened Being formerly ranked No. 2, nicknamed 'Blood', Agatha, as revealed by Galatea. It is said that she was killed by Millie, Clare, and seven others teaming up yesterday."
"Also, Jonin Ai from the Claymore Organization Headquarters has sent back news that they encountered the former No. 6 Claymore Warrior Millie, who intended to eliminate the Claymore Organization alone, and asked if they should bring her back to the Camp."
(Millie)
Minister Fufeng immediately said, "Of course, bring her back."
He had gained considerable knowledge about the Claymore Organization in recent days.
He clearly understood that these Claymore Warriors ranked in the Single-Digit Ranks were all talented individuals with excellent talent and potential.
Once they join the World Government, they could also become a valuable asset to the Otherworld Strategy Committee.
"Anything else?"
"Yes."
The female staff member reporting calmly stated,
"The Ninja Squad led by Jonin Hozuki Senjin has successfully captured the 'Abyssal One' Isley, as well as eleven 'Abyssal Eaters' manufactured by the Claymore Organization. They are currently returning aboard a V-22 Osprey Transport Aircraft."
"Minister Benjamin, who has been appointed as the Branch Minister of the 'NO. 0010 Claymore World' World Government Branch, is asking how to handle them."
Minister Fufeng replied, "Tell him that all Yoma, Awakened Beings, and all entities identified as Biological Weapons, including Abyssal Eaters, captured alive in the Claymore World, should first be imprisoned in the prison here. After confirming there is no possibility of Loss of Control, transfer them to Impel Down on the Sea Star Mainland!"
'Here' in his statement referred to the Canberra Continent in the Giant World, where the Otherworld Strategy Committee Headquarters is located.
"Yes, Minister Fuf..."
Just as the female staff member was about to respond, the door behind her was forcefully pushed open.
With a bang as the door hit the wall, a male staff member urgently shouted:
"Minister!"
"Urgent news from the Claymore World! Priscilla suddenly appeared in the 'Western Land', killing Chunin Hyuga Junpei of Jonin Aburame Shikuro's Squad and Elite Chunin Taketori Kazuo of Jonin Uchiha Kokuu's Squad."
"She also caused heavy casualties to the Eldia Troops and is currently in a chaotic battle with Jonin Uchiha Kokuu and the Destroyer. Jonin Aburame Shikuro is requesting support, specifically requiring Combat Power of Rear Admiral level or higher!"
Minister Fufeng raised an eyebrow, surprise flashing in his eyes. After three seconds of thought, he issued an order:
"Notify Vice Admiral Steve Gus of the Kabaneri Troops and ask him to immediately proceed to the 'Western Land' to suppress Priscilla!"
"Yes!"
The person who came to report didn't think too much and turned to leave the Meeting Room upon hearing the command.
"Minister, shouldn't we inform the Command Department?"
Someone present asked in a low voice. Minister Fufeng looked at him coldly: "Inform them about what? Asking the Main Battle Force to send someone over?"
"Then will this Claymore World be considered conquered by us or by the Command Department?"
"Since Commander Gus of the Kabaneri Troops has sufficient Strength, why bother with unnecessary steps?"
His three consecutive rhetorical questions left the other person speechless.
In fact, Minister Fufeng was also inwardly relieved to have Steve Gus, a special Vice Admiral.
He was special because, although his position was Commander of the Kabaneri Troops under the Star Realm Army, his Military Rank belonged to the Army Headquarters.
This was because he was initially a Member of CIPHER POL.
Later, he became the first 'Nue Form' Kabaneri Warrior among the Sea Star People, and remains the only one to this day.
The reason he is the only one is that later it was discovered that while the enhancement from Kabaneri World was decent, it couldn't improve Strength through normal training.
Currently, there are no suitable matching resources, so Military Personnel from the Sea Star Homeland look down on it.
But regardless, Steve Gus's Vice Admiral rank is genuine.
He might not reach Admiral-level Combat Power, but Vice Admiral Level Combat Power is already the limit most people can reach.
It can also be said to be the strongest single-unit Combat Power on the Star Realm Army's side!
Otherwise, no matter how unwilling Minister Fufeng was, he would have to bite the bullet and contact Minister Kong of the Command Department.
He would have to ask the other party to send an Army Vice Admiral to aid the Claymore World.
After all, the Star Realm Army simply couldn't find a second Vice Admiral Level Combat Power.
Crucially, the Sea Ninja Village doesn't have one right now either.
A Vice Admiral is roughly equivalent to an Elite Jonin, and an Expert among Elite Jonin.
In fact, Minister Fufeng had another choice.
That was to order Jonin like Jonin Ai, Jonin Hozuki Senjin, and Jonin Han in the Claymore World to go and provide Support.
But given the choice, both in terms of Strength and Identity.
Minister Fufeng was more inclined to trust Steve Gus.
Claymore World.
The battlefield in the Western Land, as mentioned in the report, the situation has completely changed.
Jonin Aburame Shikuro and Yamanaka Hiromi looked at the dead Hyuga Junpei on the ground, their faces full of sadness and anger.
Akimichi Todou sat dejectedly beside a pool of flesh and blood, because this was his Teammate, Taketori Kazuo.
Riful, not far away, was also like this, holding the head of Dauf, whose body was separated, tears streaming down her face.
The 'Black Twins' were in a relatively better situation; the younger sister Beth supported the older sister Alicia, whose chest was cut open and bleeding profusely, leaning against a tree trunk, using her full strength to treat her injuries.
Relatively better, meaning no one had died yet.
The entire scene was extremely oppressive.
This was the tragedy that occurred within less than ten seconds of Priscilla's appearance and departure!
Originally, these people were fighting fiercely among themselves.
But Priscilla, finding them in her way and blocking her path forward, acted.
First, she waved her hand, severely injuring the Awakened Being Alicia.
Then, she flashed past Taketori Kazuo, who rushed forward, instantly cutting him into a pile of shredded flesh.
Finally, she cut down Dauf and Hyuga Junpei, who were blocking Riful's path.
The latter had already used Rotation at the time, but was still cleaved open on the spot.
The two sides were simply not on the same level as opponents.
After doing this, Priscilla quickly left without looking back, completely ignoring Jonin Aburame Shikuro, who was attacking her with Poisonous Insects.
And Jonin Aburame Shikuro's Insect Swarm simply couldn't catch up to Priscilla.
He had considered chasing her alone to avenge his Team Member.
But as a Jonin, considering Riful was still here, he could only suppress his rage and grit his teeth, staying put.
However, he did what he had to do, which was report to the Stargate Camp and request Support!
At this moment, Riful suddenly stood up and rushed north with a blank expression, but was timely blocked by a swarm of purple insects.
"Get out of my way! I'm going to avenge Dauf!"
Riful quickly stopped. She had already seen how powerful these Poisonous Insects were.
Whether it was a Destructive Awakened Being or an Abyssal Eater, as long as they approached here, they would be quickly poisoned to death, their Self-healing Ability completely useless.
Only then did she realize that Jonin Aburame Shikuro had never intended to harm her from beginning to end, and this also included the 'Black Twins' who wanted to kill her.
"You've already seen Priscilla's Strength. Are you going to your death?"
Riful shrieked in anger, "If I die, I die! I've lived for so long, I've lived enough!"
"Then have you asked the Child in your belly if he... has lived enough?" Jonin Aburame Shikuro retorted coldly.
"This!"
"You, how did you know?" Riful was incredibly shocked.
Jonin Aburame Shikuro put both hands in his coat pockets and said in a deep voice:
"You don't need to know how I know, just know that my Mission is to protect you and take you to our Camp. So... you are not allowed to go."
"Then what about my husband! What about avenging my Dauf!"
Riful, tears streaming down her face, roared hysterically.
At this moment, memories of their past together kept flashing in her mind.
Although she always called him an Idiot, they had truly loved each other for a hundred years.
"I have already requested Support. Powerful Combat Power will arrive here soon. By then, no matter how strong Priscilla is, it won't matter."
Riful looked at Jonin Aburame Shikuro and angrily asked, "Then... then will you kill her? Will you let me kill her with my own hands?"
"..."
Jonin Aburame Shikuro fell silent. This was his most painful problem.
Priscilla was a Level 1 Target, and the requirement was to capture her alive.
So no matter which Expert arrived, they would not kill her.
Of course, Priscilla's fate might not be good; she would likely be imprisoned in Impel Down on the Sea Star Homeland and become research materials for the Biochemical Research Institute.
But she would still be alive. That couldn't be called avenging the dead.
But what could he, a mere Jonin, do?
"So... you won't kill Priscilla, right?"
Riful asked, suppressing her voice and gritting her teeth, "Why? Didn't she kill your people too?"
Jonin Aburame Shikuro replied, "Perhaps because Priscilla is more valuable alive."
"So you're protecting me because I have value? What value? My Strength as an Abyssal One?" Riful shouted repeatedly.
But after speaking, being as intelligent as she was, she immediately connected it to what Jonin Aburame Shikuro had just said.
"You! You're after the Child in my belly who hasn't even been born yet?"
Riful exclaimed in shock.
But she didn't understand why, and how they knew!
However, Jonin Aburame Shikuro remained silent, because he didn't know either.
End of Chapter
The sound of keyboards tapping filled the air.
In the extremely spacious hall, busy figures were everywhere.
Everyone was focused on the work at hand.
Sometimes they hurried between different offices, sometimes they looked thoughtfully at the documents in their hands.
The staff members seated at the control panels in front either carefully observed the virtual screens in mid-air or rapidly typed on their keyboards.
Behind them stood several men and women in suits, with sharp gazes and an air of professionalism, issuing orders in urgent tones.
The entire atmosphere on site was filled with seriousness and nervousness.
This was because this was the 'Alien Strategic Attack Defense and Logistics Support Committee'.
That is, the Alien Strategic Attack Defense and Logistics Support Committee.
It can be simplified to the Otherworld Strategy Committee, and further simplified to 'Otherworld War Committee' or 'ASC'.
This place is responsible for all Otherworld matters under the World Government.
It can be said to be the direct superior of the governments in various worlds, and also the department they need to interact with most frequently.
Previously, the Nuclear World Rakshasa Nation and the Beast God World Patria Republic conducted an arms trade.
Although it appeared to be done through the World Government Branch and World Bank stationed in the two realms' Homeland.
In reality, it still fell under the jurisdiction of the Otherworld Strategy Committee.
Because the Branch Minister of the World Government Branch in each Otherworld is also a Member of the Otherworld Strategy Committee.
Therefore, this place has the full authority to prohibit official interactions between certain worlds.
Even the project to migrate the populace of Farmart World to the Giant World was led, implemented, and managed by the Otherworld Strategy Committee.
It can be said that the authority of this Department is boundless.
This is why the World Government set it up to be on the same level as the Grand Committee, Grand Inspectorate, and Grand Steward Institute.
It is only under the jurisdiction of the Supreme Executive Committee where the Five Elders reside.
And the first Chairman was held by Chief of Staff Fernandez of the Supreme Executive Committee.
Recently, the scope of authority of the Otherworld Strategy Committee seems to be expanding further.
Given that the Sea Ninja Village's Combat Power was heavily tied up by the Ninja World's war against the Netherworld Government.
This time, the World Government temporarily handed over the command authority for collecting intelligence on the 'Claymore World' and the subsequent conquest operation to the Staff Department of the Otherworld Strategy Committee.
In this process, the Otherworld Strategy Committee has the authority, with the permission of the Command Department and Army Headquarters, to dispatch some Ninja from the Sea Ninja Village and some Troops from the Star Realm Army.
What excited Chairman Fernandez the most was the verbal promise from the Five Elders, stating that as long as no serious problems occurred this time, they would consider handing over the command authority for future preliminary military operations in the New World to them.
The so-called preliminary stage refers to the conquest process that does not require the Main Battle Force to be deployed.
Once the Main Battle Force is deployed, it signifies entering the later stage, and the command authority is automatically transferred to the Command Department of the Supreme Military Command.
Fortunately, the newly appointed Minister and Vice Chairman of the Staff Department, Kaze Fufeng, who took over after Kong Ming left, performed well.
So far, the operation in the 'Claymore World' has been very smooth.
"Minister Fufeng, Jonin Ai from the Sea Ninja Village has sent news that the Ninja Unit he leads has successfully occupied the Claymore Organization Headquarters and captured alive all High-ranking Officials, including Leader Rimuto, as well as twenty-seven Claymore Warriors and one hundred and twelve Warrior Candidates present."
"However, during the exchange of blows, Cassandra and Historia, who were resurrected by the Claymore Organization's biochemical technology, turned into Awakened Beings."
"They have now been killed on the spot by him, but Roxanne was successfully captured alive, and she mentioned that she is very willing to join our side and contribute all the intelligence she knows."
"Finally, they found the living body of the 'Dragon Descendant' and all of Scientist Dae's research data and equipment in the underground laboratory of the Claymore Organization Headquarters. They are now waiting for transport planes to arrive and receive them."
A woman in a black OL suit and glasses walked into the Meeting Room and reported to Minister Kaze Fufeng, who was sitting in the main seat.
"Two 'Abyssal Ones' died, huh? A bit regrettable, but not unacceptable."
Minister Fufeng nodded in understanding and motioned for her to leave.
"Minister, counting the report from Deputy Commander Mekko of the Kabaneri Troops, as long as Jonin Uchiha Kokuu controls the 'Destroyer', and Jonin Aburame Shikuro controls Riful, Clare, and the 'Black Twins', then the targets on Claymore Island are basically all achieved!"
A middle-aged man sitting by the Meeting Table smiled with great delight.
"No, the Level 1 Target Priscilla hasn't been found yet, and the Secondary Target Miata hasn't been found either."
Another younger woman immediately retorted.
But just as she finished speaking, the woman who had just left walked back in, her high heels clicking.
"Minister Fufeng, latest intelligence: Major Zhukov of the Star Realm Army's Fifth Army Group, Third Armored Regiment, has sent back news that they have successfully occupied the 'Holy Capital' in the Central Region and have taken control of the Clergy and Knights of the Rabona Cathedral, led by Archbishop Camry."
"At the same time, Jonin Han has also sent back news that the Ninja Squad he leads has successfully taken control of the Claymore Organization's former No. 3 Warrior Galatea, as well as the current No. 4 Miata and No. 47 Clarice in the 'Holy Capital'."
Minister Fufeng and the others in the Meeting Room were quite pleased upon hearing this.
The Holy Capital and Galatea were not important.
But according to the intelligence provided by the Five Elders, Miata, although young, has a very peculiar Awakened Being form with the potential to reach the level of an 'Abyssal One'.
(Miata's Awakened Being Form: A flying Yoma Dragon with many wings)
"In addition, they also found some flesh and blood of the Awakened Being formerly ranked No. 2, nicknamed 'Blood', Agatha, as revealed by Galatea. It is said that she was killed by Millie, Clare, and seven others teaming up yesterday."
"Also, Jonin Ai from the Claymore Organization Headquarters has sent back news that they encountered the former No. 6 Claymore Warrior Millie, who intended to eliminate the Claymore Organization alone, and asked if they should bring her back to the Camp."
(Millie)
Minister Fufeng immediately said, "Of course, bring her back."
He had gained considerable knowledge about the Claymore Organization in recent days.
He clearly understood that these Claymore Warriors ranked in the Single-Digit Ranks were all talented individuals with excellent talent and potential.
Once they join the World Government, they could also become a valuable asset to the Otherworld Strategy Committee.
"Anything else?"
"Yes."
The female staff member reporting calmly stated,
"The Ninja Squad led by Jonin Hozuki Senjin has successfully captured the 'Abyssal One' Isley, as well as eleven 'Abyssal Eaters' manufactured by the Claymore Organization. They are currently returning aboard a V-22 Osprey Transport Aircraft."
"Minister Benjamin, who has been appointed as the Branch Minister of the 'NO. 0010 Claymore World' World Government Branch, is asking how to handle them."
Minister Fufeng replied, "Tell him that all Yoma, Awakened Beings, and all entities identified as Biological Weapons, including Abyssal Eaters, captured alive in the Claymore World, should first be imprisoned in the prison here. After confirming there is no possibility of Loss of Control, transfer them to Impel Down on the Sea Star Mainland!"
'Here' in his statement referred to the Canberra Continent in the Giant World, where the Otherworld Strategy Committee Headquarters is located.
"Yes, Minister Fuf..."
Just as the female staff member was about to respond, the door behind her was forcefully pushed open.
With a bang as the door hit the wall, a male staff member urgently shouted:
"Minister!"
"Urgent news from the Claymore World! Priscilla suddenly appeared in the 'Western Land', killing Chunin Hyuga Junpei of Jonin Aburame Shikuro's Squad and Elite Chunin Taketori Kazuo of Jonin Uchiha Kokuu's Squad."
"She also caused heavy casualties to the Eldia Troops and is currently in a chaotic battle with Jonin Uchiha Kokuu and the Destroyer. Jonin Aburame Shikuro is requesting support, specifically requiring Combat Power of Rear Admiral level or higher!"
Minister Fufeng raised an eyebrow, surprise flashing in his eyes. After three seconds of thought, he issued an order:
"Notify Vice Admiral Steve Gus of the Kabaneri Troops and ask him to immediately proceed to the 'Western Land' to suppress Priscilla!"
"Yes!"
The person who came to report didn't think too much and turned to leave the Meeting Room upon hearing the command.
"Minister, shouldn't we inform the Command Department?"
Someone present asked in a low voice. Minister Fufeng looked at him coldly: "Inform them about what? Asking the Main Battle Force to send someone over?"
"Then will this Claymore World be considered conquered by us or by the Command Department?"
"Since Commander Gus of the Kabaneri Troops has sufficient Strength, why bother with unnecessary steps?"
His three consecutive rhetorical questions left the other person speechless.
In fact, Minister Fufeng was also inwardly relieved to have Steve Gus, a special Vice Admiral.
He was special because, although his position was Commander of the Kabaneri Troops under the Star Realm Army, his Military Rank belonged to the Army Headquarters.
This was because he was initially a Member of CIPHER POL.
Later, he became the first 'Nue Form' Kabaneri Warrior among the Sea Star People, and remains the only one to this day.
The reason he is the only one is that later it was discovered that while the enhancement from Kabaneri World was decent, it couldn't improve Strength through normal training.
Currently, there are no suitable matching resources, so Military Personnel from the Sea Star Homeland look down on it.
But regardless, Steve Gus's Vice Admiral rank is genuine.
He might not reach Admiral-level Combat Power, but Vice Admiral Level Combat Power is already the limit most people can reach.
It can also be said to be the strongest single-unit Combat Power on the Star Realm Army's side!
Otherwise, no matter how unwilling Minister Fufeng was, he would have to bite the bullet and contact Minister Kong of the Command Department.
He would have to ask the other party to send an Army Vice Admiral to aid the Claymore World.
After all, the Star Realm Army simply couldn't find a second Vice Admiral Level Combat Power.
Crucially, the Sea Ninja Village doesn't have one right now either.
A Vice Admiral is roughly equivalent to an Elite Jonin, and an Expert among Elite Jonin.
In fact, Minister Fufeng had another choice.
That was to order Jonin like Jonin Ai, Jonin Hozuki Senjin, and Jonin Han in the Claymore World to go and provide Support.
But given the choice, both in terms of Strength and Identity.
Minister Fufeng was more inclined to trust Steve Gus.
Claymore World.
The battlefield in the Western Land, as mentioned in the report, the situation has completely changed.
Jonin Aburame Shikuro and Yamanaka Hiromi looked at the dead Hyuga Junpei on the ground, their faces full of sadness and anger.
Akimichi Todou sat dejectedly beside a pool of flesh and blood, because this was his Teammate, Taketori Kazuo.
Riful, not far away, was also like this, holding the head of Dauf, whose body was separated, tears streaming down her face.
The 'Black Twins' were in a relatively better situation; the younger sister Beth supported the older sister Alicia, whose chest was cut open and bleeding profusely, leaning against a tree trunk, using her full strength to treat her injuries.
Relatively better, meaning no one had died yet.
The entire scene was extremely oppressive.
This was the tragedy that occurred within less than ten seconds of Priscilla's appearance and departure!
Originally, these people were fighting fiercely among themselves.
But Priscilla, finding them in her way and blocking her path forward, acted.
First, she waved her hand, severely injuring the Awakened Being Alicia.
Then, she flashed past Taketori Kazuo, who rushed forward, instantly cutting him into a pile of shredded flesh.
Finally, she cut down Dauf and Hyuga Junpei, who were blocking Riful's path.
The latter had already used Rotation at the time, but was still cleaved open on the spot.
The two sides were simply not on the same level as opponents.
After doing this, Priscilla quickly left without looking back, completely ignoring Jonin Aburame Shikuro, who was attacking her with Poisonous Insects.
And Jonin Aburame Shikuro's Insect Swarm simply couldn't catch up to Priscilla.
He had considered chasing her alone to avenge his Team Member.
But as a Jonin, considering Riful was still here, he could only suppress his rage and grit his teeth, staying put.
However, he did what he had to do, which was report to the Stargate Camp and request Support!
At this moment, Riful suddenly stood up and rushed north with a blank expression, but was timely blocked by a swarm of purple insects.
"Get out of my way! I'm going to avenge Dauf!"
Riful quickly stopped. She had already seen how powerful these Poisonous Insects were.
Whether it was a Destructive Awakened Being or an Abyssal Eater, as long as they approached here, they would be quickly poisoned to death, their Self-healing Ability completely useless.
Only then did she realize that Jonin Aburame Shikuro had never intended to harm her from beginning to end, and this also included the 'Black Twins' who wanted to kill her.
"You've already seen Priscilla's Strength. Are you going to your death?"
Riful shrieked in anger, "If I die, I die! I've lived for so long, I've lived enough!"
"Then have you asked the Child in your belly if he... has lived enough?" Jonin Aburame Shikuro retorted coldly.
"This!"
"You, how did you know?" Riful was incredibly shocked.
Jonin Aburame Shikuro put both hands in his coat pockets and said in a deep voice:
"You don't need to know how I know, just know that my Mission is to protect you and take you to our Camp. So... you are not allowed to go."
"Then what about my husband! What about avenging my Dauf!"
Riful, tears streaming down her face, roared hysterically.
At this moment, memories of their past together kept flashing in her mind.
Although she always called him an Idiot, they had truly loved each other for a hundred years.
"I have already requested Support. Powerful Combat Power will arrive here soon. By then, no matter how strong Priscilla is, it won't matter."
Riful looked at Jonin Aburame Shikuro and angrily asked, "Then... then will you kill her? Will you let me kill her with my own hands?"
"..."
Jonin Aburame Shikuro fell silent. This was his most painful problem.
Priscilla was a Level 1 Target, and the requirement was to capture her alive.
So no matter which Expert arrived, they would not kill her.
Of course, Priscilla's fate might not be good; she would likely be imprisoned in Impel Down on the Sea Star Homeland and become research materials for the Biochemical Research Institute.
But she would still be alive. That couldn't be called avenging the dead.
But what could he, a mere Jonin, do?
"So... you won't kill Priscilla, right?"
Riful asked, suppressing her voice and gritting her teeth, "Why? Didn't she kill your people too?"
Jonin Aburame Shikuro replied, "Perhaps because Priscilla is more valuable alive."
"So you're protecting me because I have value? What value? My Strength as an Abyssal One?" Riful shouted repeatedly.
But after speaking, being as intelligent as she was, she immediately connected it to what Jonin Aburame Shikuro had just said.
"You! You're after the Child in my belly who hasn't even been born yet?"
Riful exclaimed in shock.
But she didn't understand why, and how they knew!
However, Jonin Aburame Shikuro remained silent, because he didn't know either.
End of Chapter
