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One of the five with a composed demeanor, stepped forward. His sharp gaze swept over the Korean rankers before he spoke.

"Let's cut to the chase," the man said in clear, formal Korean. "We already know each other from the World PvP Tournaments. Since Mr. Dae-Won has already introduced himself, I believe further introductions are unnecessary."

"Oh, feisty," Seoha muttered under her breath, a smirk tugging at her lips.

Alexa immediately elbowed her in the side. "Stop it," she hissed, but Seoha simply chuckled in response.

The man continued, unfazed by the brief interruption. "I am Hiroshi Tanaka, and I will be speaking on behalf of my nation, Japan." His voice was calm, but the weight of his words was unmistakable.

"We have come here to address a grave matter. A divine weapon was used in our country—a weapon that caused catastrophic damage to one of our islands. Given the severity of this act, it could easily be seen as a declaration of war. We are here to clear our suspicions and determine if Korea intends to harm us."

Tension rippled through the room as Hiroshi finished.

Tae-Hyun stepped forward, his confident aura unwavering. "Let me make one thing clear, Mr. Tanaka. Korea has no intention of declaring war on Japan—or any nation for that matter. The incident involving the divine weapon was not sanctioned by our government or any of our rankers."

Sani Callista, standing beside Tae-Hyun, nodded gently. Her voice was calm but carried the weight of her position. "As the one who manages the only church in Korea and as someone with a deep connection to divine artifacts, I can assure you that no divine weapon registered under Korea's jurisdiction has been activated recently. Furthermore, our investigation has yielded no leads as to who might have been responsible."

Hiroshi narrowed his eyes. "Forgive me, but it is difficult to believe that a weapon capable of such destruction could be activated without your knowledge, Miss Callista. You are a saint and the manager of Korea's divine relics. If you didn't know, who else would?"

Sani's serene expression faltered slightly under the pressure. "I understand your concern, Mr. Tanaka," she replied, her hands clasped tightly in front of her.

"But as I mentioned, the weapon was not from our registered inventory. It is possible that it was an unregistered or rogue artifact. We are committed to finding out the truth."

The tension in the room thickened as Hiroshi pressed further. "If Korea cannot account for its divine weapons, how can we be assured that this won't happen again? This incident was not only an attack on our land but also a violation of divine laws."

Sani's calm demeanor began to crack under the intensity of the discussion. Her voice wavered slightly as she spoke.

"I swear on my role as a saint and the integrity of this church that Korea has no hostile intentions toward Japan or any other nation. We will do everything in our power to identify the culprit and ensure this does not happen again."

Tae-Hyun placed a firm hand on her shoulder, his tone cutting through the tension. "Let's not forget that the one who used this weapon may not even be affiliated with Korea. Baseless accusations will get us nowhere. We need cooperation, not division."

Tanaka's sharp gaze shifted toward the twins, Alex and Alexa, who had been silently observing the escalating discussion. His expression turned calculating, and he took a deliberate step forward.

"If I may,"

Tanaka began, his voice measured but firm, "there are others here who might provide some insight. Alex and Alexa, you both help manage the only Awakeners' Association in Korea, correct?"

Alexa narrowed her eyes at him, instantly catching on to his intent. "That's correct. But what does that have to do with the matter at hand?"

Tanaka's lips curled into a faint smile, though it lacked warmth. "The Awakeners' Association has records of all high-ranking individuals and their abilities, does it not? Surely, you must have some information about someone capable of using a divine weapon so recklessly."

Alex leaned back in his chair, arms crossed. "We keep records, yes. But those records are confidential, even to visitors from another nation."

His tone was calm but carried a subtle warning.

Tanaka wasn't deterred. "Confidentiality aside, you must understand the gravity of this situation. A divine weapon was used to cause destruction in our land. If Korea's Awakeners' Association claims to be as thorough as its reputation suggests, you must have some idea who might be capable of such an act."

Alexa sighed, tapping her fingers impatiently on the table. "We've already said it wasn't a sanctioned act. No one in our records has shown any signs of possessing or using a divine weapon. You're grasping at straws, Mr. Tanaka."

Tanaka's gaze hardened, sensing the twins' irritation but pressing forward regardless. "If you're so confident in your records, then you won't mind cooperating with an independent investigation. If you have nothing to hide, there shouldn't be an issue."
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Alexa's fingers stilled, and her sharp eyes met his. "Let me make this very clear. Our association operates within strict guidelines, and we are already conducting an internal investigation. We don't need outside interference muddying the waters. As for sharing sensitive information, that's not happening without proper authorization."

Alex stepped in, his voice calm but firm. "You're accusing us of incompetence without any evidence. If you want our cooperation, you'll have to trust that we're doing everything in our power to find the truth."

The tension thickened, and Tanaka seemed ready to retort when Sani Callista's soothing voice cut through the room. "Let's not lose focus on the bigger picture here. Both sides have a shared interest in resolving this matter without unnecessary hostility. The twins have stated their position, and I believe we should respect that."

Tanaka hesitated, his frustration evident, but he finally nodded. "Very well. But know that Japan will not stand idle. If further evidence comes to light, we expect full cooperation."

Hiroshi Tanaka's colleague gently guided him back to his seat, a gesture that conveyed both support and a gentle reprimand. He sat down still visibly tense "I'll let Yuki take over".

Yuki, a woman with a calm demeanor and an air of authority, cleared her throat before addressing the room. "Thank you, Hiroshi-kun," she began, her voice carrying a tone of diplomacy.

"I apologize for the directness of my friend approach. His concerns reflect our shared apprehension over recent events and their potential consequences."

She turned her attention to the Korean representatives, her expression sincere yet resolute. "We understand the gravity of the situation. The use of a divine weapon, regardless of the circumstances, is a matter that cannot be ignored. Our primary concern is to prevent further instability and protect the interests of both our nations."

Sani Callista nodded thoughtfully, acknowledging Yuki's words with a measured response. "We appreciate your concerns, Yuki-san. Rest assured, Korea is equally committed to maintaining peace and stability in the region. We will cooperate fully within the bounds of our capabilities to address this issue."

Alex and Alexa exchanged glances, sensing the tension easing slightly but remaining cautious. "If there's any additional information we can provide that aligns with our protocols,"

Alex offered, "we'll make sure it's shared through appropriate channels."

Yuki nodded gratefully, her demeanor softening as the conversation shifted towards a more collaborative tone. "Thank you. Our goal is not to cast blame but to ensure that such incidents do not escalate into broader conflict. Now the wave are coming we can't afford more destruction."