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Chapter 45 - Chapter 43: Whispers in the Abyss

The World Government's Silent Reckoning

Deep beneath the World Government's capital, Mariejois, far from the prying eyes of the common world, a grand chamber echoed with the measured steps of the highest-ranking officials. The room was vast, carved from polished black marble that absorbed light, lit only by floating orbs that glimmered with eerie pale fire.

At the center sat the Gorosei—the Five Elders—cloaked in authority and shadows. Their faces were grave, the weight of centuries etched into every line.

Elder 1:"The reports are consistent. A new force stirs beyond the Grand Line. A man... no, a legend. They call him Vegito."

Elder 2:"His strength surpasses anything we've seen. The CP-0 black division was deployed—and utterly decimated."

Elder 3:"His crew grows in power and loyalty. His influence threatens to unravel the delicate balance we have maintained for centuries."

A tall figure stepped forward—cloaked in darkness, the faint glow of an ominous grin slipping beneath the hood.

World Government Commander:"The system he wields... it's unlike any Devil Fruit or Haki. An abomination born of worlds beyond our understanding. If allowed to flourish, it will topple our reign."

Elder 4:"What of the Revolutionary Army? Could they align with him?"

Commander:"Their interests are limited, but they sense the shift. Some factions may try to sway him. We must act before he gains too much ground."

Elder 5:"Imu must be informed. The time of shadows is ending. This Vegito threatens to drag us into the light."

With a signal, a concealed mechanism opened, revealing a towering, hooded figure—Imu, the enigmatic ruler behind the throne. Eyes glinting with cold calculation, Imu's voice was a whisper that filled the room with dread.

Imu:"So, the Saiyan ascends. Interesting... This will be a game unlike any before."

Cut to: CP-0 Survivor's Report

A wounded agent—clad in tattered black armor—relayed the battle's horrors to a superior.

Agent:"They... fight as one. Each crew member supports the other with precision. The Captain's system enhances not only himself but his allies. We lost all but five operatives. The clone was destroyed by an attack unlike anything I've witnessed."

Superior:"Prepare the Countermeasure Protocol Omega. Initiate development of Anti-System technology. We cannot lose this war."

Cut to: Vegito — Quiet Observation

Back aboard the Hyperion, Vegito's system pinged silently.

Alert: World Government Alert Level Raised to Crimson.

He tapped the interface.

"So, they're scared."

His tail flicked thoughtfully.

"Good."

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