I, The Celestial Dragon, Rule The Heavens Through The Double Gate

Looking at the speechless three people, Imu snorted coldly and kicked out again.

Boom.

Boom.

Boom.

Blood spilled on the ground.

Imu said calmly, "It's better not to have a next time; otherwise, you don't need to live."

There was no doubting the truth in her words.

The next time, it might very well be the moment their lives end.

And Imu was so furious, all because Kaos was the superior—the ruler of the World Government.

As a ruler, you don't need to do everything yourself!

One, because the opponent isn't qualified.

Two, because it is easy to cause danger to oneself.

With Kaos's current status, how important is safety?

If something were to happen to Kaos...

It could be said that the future glory of the World Government, the ambition of the blood of God—all of it would disappear!

This was an absolutely intolerable loss for the World Government!

Not to mention a Golden Lion—even if it's someone famous worldwide.

In front of the ruler of the World Government, his identity was merely that of a pirate.

To put it mildly, just a bigger ant!

However, such ant...

Kaos was still forced to deal with it personally.

Didn't this also show that his subordinates weren't doing their job well?

These kinds of failures were tolerated because they worked for Kaos, and their strength was good, with qualifications for further training. Had it been someone else, Imu would have killed them outright.

Hearing these words, the three nodded quickly, expressing their understanding.

Kaos shook his head and did not intervene—this was a fact.

Besides, if anyone in this world was the most protective of him, it would be the Five Elders and Imu.

Still, Kaos looked at Akainu with some pity. Akainu had gotten caught up in this mess through no fault of his own.

The safety of Kaos was in the hands of Stussy and Zero.

This was their job.

Akainu's duty lay elsewhere.

Strictly speaking, it wasn't Akainu's fault.

But he happened to be here, and Imu saw him, so naturally, he got involved.

Now it seems Akainu isn't foolish.

Kaos's eyes flickered, thinking silently.

If it had been Aokiji, perhaps he would have argued back.

But with Imu's indifference to others except Kaos, Imu would likely have killed Aokiji on the spot.

This is no joke.

From Imu's perspective, it's one thing if their subordinate is incompetent, but resistance? That's unforgivable.

Better to eliminate trouble at its root.

Now it seems Akainu knows better.

Of course, it's also possible he sensed Imu's killing intent and strength.

"Alright."

Looking at Stussy and Zero trembling, Kaos sighed. Leaving aside Zero, Stussy had a closer connection to him, so Kaos let it go.

Hearing this, Imu turned and stood by Kaos.

Seeing this, the three let out a sigh of relief, quickly getting up and returning to Kaos.

Kaos ordered, "Stussy, go and assess the rebirth of the Devil Fruits from those two people.

"Akainu, check the wreckage of Germa for survivors."

Zero stood silently behind Kaos, acting as a bodyguard.

The two nodded and left.

Before long, Akainu returned, holding someone.

"Your Highness, there's one survivor—Judge's daughter. She barely made it by hiding deep under the sea amidst the ruins."

Kaos turned his gaze and immediately recognized her—Reiju, Judge's daughter and Sanji's older sister.

Although she wasn't as glamorous as she would become in the future, her current state hinted at her innate charm.

Still, her condition was dire—severely injured, pale-faced.

In Akainu's grasp, Reiju forced her eyes open, pleading weakly through her injuries. "Don't kill me! I know all of the Vinsmoke family's technology. I can work for you. Spare me, and I'll tell you everything!"

"Please... Please let me live. I can be of use!"

"Oh?"

Kaos raised an eyebrow, intrigued.

This girl doesn't seem to hold any loyalty to Judge.

Kaos couldn't detect even a hint of familial attachment in her gaze—only a desperate will to survive.

Considering what Judge had done, that was understandable.

Her plea made Kaos stroke his chin in thought.

Strictly speaking, Germa's technological level was quite advanced:

Lineage Factors.

Cyborg Transformation.

Clone Soldiers.

Battle Suits.

Among these, lineage factors weren't too valuable since Vegapunk's research surpassed Judge's.

As for cyborg transformation, it wasn't fully developed and could rob people of emotions.

Of course, for someone in power, as long as it's useful, minor flaws can be overlooked.

Yet Kaos wasn't particularly interested in these technologies—they didn't align with his plans for future dominion through faith.

However, other aspects, like battle suits and high-tech weapons, were promising.

For instance:

High-tech electric spears.

Jet boots.

Though they might not significantly enhance elite fighters, such innovations could inspire further advancements.

Moreover, they could strengthen the ranks.

But most importantly, they could serve as tools of cultural conquest.

While Kaos hadn't yet employed such a strategy, it didn't hurt to prepare.

Judge was dead.

Germa was gone.

Reiju alone couldn't stir trouble.

After pondering this, Kaos nodded. "Alright. I'll let you live."

Kaos gestured for Stussy to treat Reiju.

Seeing her miserable state, Kaos didn't want her dying prematurely.

At that moment, Imu suddenly looked skyward, frowning.

The next instant—swish!—Imu vanished.

Kaos's Observation Haki stirred.

Moments later, Imu returned, holding someone, and threw them before Kaos.

It was a bird-man.

Yes, a literal bird-man.

Not an angel, though.

Looking at him, Kaos smirked. "Morgans!"

"Gulp…"

Morgans swallowed nervously, carefully setting down his camera before kneeling without hesitation. "Your Highness, please spare me!"

One of the emperors of the underground world.

President of the World Economy News Paper.

Morgans.

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