Declaration of war

In the Middle East, Knox's command headquarters for operations against Japan had already received a report from their intelligence operatives at the front.

Intelligence about the Japan authorities' collaboration with the CCG in conducting secret live experiments naturally reached the command headquarters.

"It seems Japan and that organization called CCG are secretly engaging in some inhumane activities."

Even if it were live human experimentation, it wouldn't warrant the Japan authorities' cover-up.

Unless, of course, the organism used in the experiment is a protected animal.

Or perhaps... a person.

If this is indeed the case, then once the truth comes out, Japan will inevitably face condemnation and sanctions from the international community.

Some countries whose traumatic memories have been triggered might actually take action.

Therefore, this card, if used properly, can be a powerful tool for dealing critical damage.

Should we take this opportunity to leak the information?

One of the staff officers suggested, his tone tinged with amusement.

Knox has used offshore companies to invest in numerous industries in various countries over the years.

Among them are various media outlets.

So if they wanted to expose this, it would be very easy.

However, another staff officer immediately dismissed the idea. "It's not that easy. The fact that Japan hasn't exposed this matter for so many years shows that they were somewhat prepared."

"Furthermore, when it comes to matters involving countries, high-profile media outlets will inevitably contact their own country's official authorities first."

"In that case, our intelligence has been completely wasted."

The staff officer's words were agreed upon by most of those present.

According to the rules, now that he has successfully overturned the previous proposal, he has to come up with a solution himself.

After a moment's thought, the staff officer spoke again.

"Why don't we start with the batch of experimental supplies they mentioned at the port, and send those people to various embassies?"

"To give these victims an explanation, and for the sake of their own social stability, these countries will inevitably take proactive measures."

To use someone else to do one's dirty work.

A group of mid- to high-level managers sitting in the command center nodded in approval, agreeing that the plan was good.

The person sitting next to the staff officer lowered his voice and teased.

"Tsk, you really want them dead?"

"What nonsense are you spouting?" the staff officer rolled his eyes. "Don't you want those Japan to die?"

"Haha, I can't wait!"

At this moment, Tsukimi Shisui is atop a huge carved cabinet in the heart of the Prime Minister's Official Residence.

The room was filled with chefs and waiters who served the officials inside the banquet hall.

Various delicacies were served out in a continuous stream, only to return here as leftovers.

The Tsukimi Shisui gazes down at the busy "worker ants" on the ground.

His Ghoul senses allowed him to only smell the unpleasant odor of the spices mixed together when faced with these exquisite dishes.

From the Shisui waist, a long, twisted scale-like Rinkaku meanders out.

This is his Kakuhou, which fully developed after he devoured flesh and blood when he was still Half-Kakuja.

Because the Rinkaku's defensive capabilities are too weak, and Shisui also has other Kakuhou for use against enemies.

Therefore, he rarely used it in direct combat.

But that doesn't mean the Kakuhou was useless.

In fact, this Kakuhou had been with him since childhood.

Shisui Sui's ability to turn the tables and kill his own parents was largely due to his influence.

After all, this Scorpion Bikaku Sac can produce venom.

The toxins produced by this Kakuhou, having nowhere to be released, will infect the cells in Shisui's body.

Let every cell of the Shisui gradually become covered in toxins.

The slender scorpion tail drooped down, and strands of venom gathered on the stinger at its tip.

The condensed toxins dripped randomly, silently seeping into the food.

After adding ingredients to the new batch of food, Shisui slipped away and headed straight for the banquet hall.

A moment later, the first scream rang out in the banquet hall.

An overweight official collapsed suddenly after tasting a piece of pastry.

His face was contorted with pain, and his breath grew weaker and weaker.

As the first victim collapsed, dozens more people gradually fell to the ground in the banquet hall.

Only then did the officials belatedly realize that the problem lay with the food.

"Quick! Get them into the ambulance!"

"The problem is with the food! Seal off the kitchen and the surrounding area; no one is allowed to leave!"

Amidst the noise, someone looked up as if sensing something, and suddenly met the gaze of Shisui had appeared on the huge crystal chandelier on the ceiling at some unknown time.

In the man's terrified gaze, a dark red hue crept into the depths of his Shisui eyes.

As the Kakugan fully materialized, a piercing scream echoed throughout the banquet hall.

"Ghouls! Why are there ghouls here...?"

A Feather Bullets rained down, and the stench of blood suddenly filled the air.

Immediately afterwards, a piercing alarm sounded.

Shisui didn't stop, Ukaku behind him suddenly exerted his strength.

He transformed into a streak of black light, shattering the bulletproof glass of the window before disappearing into the night.

Meanwhile, at the port, a cargo ship belonging to the Japan government was attacked just as it was about to depart.

Amidst the raging fire, the live experimental subjects hidden inside the ship's cabin were all taken away by Knox's men.

These "gifts" will arrive at the center of the handsome man's reception area before the embassies open for business tomorrow morning.

Hopefully, they can remain calm when they see their compatriots in cages.

Clang!

A piercing cracking sound echoed in the Prime Minister's office.

The Prime Minister, who had narrowly escaped disaster after going to the restroom, felt a lingering sense of fear.

But after the panic subsided, anger welled up uncontrollably.

"This is a provocation! It's a declaration of war against Great Japan!"

Suppressed roars echoed through the office.

The prime minister's secretary quietly kept a low profile, letting the prime minister vent his anger by smashing expensive jade ornaments.

It took the Prime Minister quite a while to calm down.

He had to remain calm.

Knox's men are vengeful, and once they learn he's still alive, the next assassination attempt will proceed as planned.

He didn't want to die, so he had no choice but to strike first.

It's a pity that among the officials who died in the banquet hall at that time were also military generals.

After those officials died, Japan's Ministry of Defense was nearly paralyzed.

And that's exactly what Knox wanted to see.

If Japan fails to retaliate in time, they can quickly spread the destruction.

The Prime Minister is aware of this, which is why he is so anxious and upset.

"You! Go and call the CCG people here!"

After a moment's thought, the Prime Minister sighed and conceded.

In this situation, the only option is to have the CCG's armed forces intervene.

After all, Knox also used Ghouls, so the CCG's intervention was reasonable.

However, if the Washuu Family comes to seek cooperation again later, he won't be able to refuse.

The secretary, who understood the prime minister's intentions and was one of the people in the know about the CCG's internal affairs, whispered his advice.

"Sir, those guys are not trustworthy."

No sooner had he finished speaking than the Prime Minister's reprimanding voice rang out.

"Does it even matter whether it's credible or not now! If this drags on any longer, I'll be kicked out of this position by public opinion!"

"You idiot, go to the CCG and get someone!"

The secretary was sweating profusely and immediately spoke up.

"Understood, understood, I'll go right away."