The Otherworld's First Devil Fruit User!

In the Holy Land of Mary Geoise, within the Authority Room of Pangaea Castle, the Five Elders gather once more.

"The Anomalies Committee has decided to wait until they have a better understanding of the world's basic situation before sending construction personnel to build the Star Gate Base on the other end."

Topman Saint Topman Warcury sat in the middle with his fingers crossed in front of him, exuding a boss-like aura, and his voice sounded authoritative.

"Right."

Shepard X. Shepherd Ju Peter sat on a separate sofa, his right fist loosely clenched, resting his chin on his hand, striking a pose perfectly suited to his handsome middle-aged man persona, a dashing smile on his face.

"This time, the team will be led and commanded by CIPHER POL-9's captain, Laskey, and members around 1.8 meters tall from other squads will be selected."

"Also, there's Steve Guts from the Nue Squad, Horobi, Hozumi."

Hearing this, Topman Saint Topman Warcury frowned and asked, "Steve Guts is one thing, but the other two Kabaneri only received a few months of training, right?"

Although he wasn't in charge of intelligence matters, it didn't mean he was completely ignorant about them. The knowledge and skills required of a qualified agent cannot be mastered overnight.

"So the two will be assigned to Steve Guts and Laskey. They're the right height, and they're girls. If there's a human civilization in the Second World, it will be easy to infiltrate it. Besides, Kabaneri can be created."

Shepard X. Shepherd Ju Peter Saint did not hide anything and revealed the considerations of CIPHER POL headquarters.

To put it bluntly...

They felt that using these Otherworld beings to explore the unknown alien world was the best choice. If these people weren't so unprofessional, they might not have chosen Laskey and the Sea Star Person as the first group of dispatchers.

There's no way around it; basically, Sea Star Person has been to or knows about the Kabane World will have a sense of superiority to some extent.

The other four Five Elders nodded in agreement.

[Poluporu, Polluporu]

Just then, the Den Den Mushi on the coffee table suddenly started ringing. Topman Saint Topman Warcury immediately reached out to answer it, and soon, the Den Den Mushi's face changed.

"My lord, news has come from Saint Nerona that 'Whitebeard' Edward Newgate has..."

The speaker was none other than Chief of Staff Alexander Watson, who reported in detail what had come from Noah.

"What!"

Before he could finish speaking, the Five Elders present all changed their expressions drastically. Lord Imu had attacked 'Whitebeard'?

"Nation-building."

The five looked at each other in surprise. To be honest, although they had planned for these things, Imu had not told them about them in advance, so they were caught off guard.

After the Den Den Mushi finished reporting, Marcus Saint Mars closed his eyes again and exclaimed sincerely, "With this, ninety percent of the 'New World' seas are now cleaned up!"

"Indeed, only Elbaf remains."

Jaygarcia Saint Saturn agreed wholeheartedly. Although there were still many so-called Underworld forces in the latter half of the Grand Line, they were not considered troublesome characters in their eyes.

The tea party that BIG MOOM is about to hold is a preparation for dealing with them.

Zambalong V. Saint Nusjuro was quite pleased to see that his military had gained another top combatant.

"Whitebeard actually accepted the rank of Admiral, and this, coupled with Big Mom's previous..."

Although they only hold the rank of Admiral and are not considered active-duty Admiral in the Army or navy, they can still be deployed by order of the High Command if necessary.

"It seems the State Council here is going to be busy again!"

Topman Saint Topman Warcury was thinking about how many resources would be needed to help 'Whitebeard' establish a kingdom, but no matter how much it would take, it had to be done, as it would only be profitable for the World Government.

"Should this be announced immediately?" Marcus Saint Mars asked, looking over.

"No."

Topman Saint Topman Warcury shook his head and said, "I plan to announce the details about Big Mom, Kaido, and 'Whitebeard' together after Big Mom's tea party, in order to intimidate One Piece and Affiliated Nation worldwide to the greatest extent possible."

"That's a good idea!"

Shepard X. Shepherd Ju Peter praised him, then immediately changed the subject.

"By the way, why did Lord Imu order us to send ten Kabane World people to Wano Country for a secret execution?"

Zambalong V. Saint Nusjuro glanced at him sternly. "Since you haven't explained the reason, it means it's not our place to know. We will simply do as you say."

"That's not difficult. There are still quite a few officials who refused to submit, captured by Bullet and his men, being held at Kongokaku's place. Just have CIPHER POL capture ten of them and send them to Mihawk by Flying Warship!"

Topman Saint Topman Warcury said expressionlessly.

"Speaking of which, Lord Imu promised to give them a Paramecia Devil Fruit. How's that going?"

Marcus Saint Mars asked another question, a topic that also piqued the curiosity of others.

"Oh? What kind of fruit did you give me?"

Meanwhile, in the general's mansion in Kongokaku, the Hinomoto of Japan in the Kabane World, Ayame Yomogawa and Kurusu were kneeling on the tatami mats, one on each side.

Standing in front of the two was an advisor from the World Government, Senior Director Ranode, who was now also part of the Otherworld Strategy Committee.

"This is the Devil Fruit you traded for 500 million Beli. Congratulations, Kurusu, you will be the first person in this world to possess extraordinary power."

After speaking, Senior Director Ranode gently pushed the exquisite mahogany box in Kurusu. Upon seeing this, the latter became somewhat nervous, clenched his fists, and subconsciously looked at his wife beside him.

But she noticed that Ayame Yomogawa's eyes were also full of worry.

Because they already knew from the other party about the uncontrollable risks of this Devil Fruit, such as the possibility of genetic breakdown due to differences in human bodies from different worlds.

"It's okay, I'm willing to gamble!"

Perhaps it was his male nature, but seeing his wife worry about him, Kurusu became even braver, all to ease his wife's anxiety.

Without further hesitation, he opened the smooth lid of the box.

Suddenly, a peculiar fruit, shaped like a tomato but entirely pale white with light green spiral patterns on its surface, appeared before the two of them.

"According to the Devil Fruit Encyclopedia, this is the Paramecia Sickle Fruit. Its ability allows the user to unleash compressed Wind Blade resembling scythes, capable of shattering rocks and cutting through iron—perfect for someone like you, the Samurai Superintendent!"

Senior Director Ranode smiled slightly.

Upon hearing his introduction Kurusu felt a tremor in his heart, and his eyes Zero excitement and anticipation.

He reached out and picked up the Devil Fruit, then, under the incredibly tense gaze of Ayame Yomogawa, opened his mouth and bit into the white-green flesh.

[Pfft!]

"Uh--Oh----"

But Kurusu put the food in his mouth, his face turned deathly pale, and he even looked like he wanted to vomit. This made Ayame Yomogawa unable to sit still. She quickly grabbed her husband's arm and asked anxiously, "What's wrong, Kurusu!"

"Phew—no, it's nothing, it's just that it really is so awful it's inedible."

Kurusu managed a forced smile, then looked at Senior Director Ranode and asked bitterly.

"You said before that you only needed to eat one bite, right?"

"Right!"

Senior Director Ranode looked at him with surprise, then smiled and said, "Since you are still safe and sound, congratulations. The worst-case scenario has not occurred. Now you can feel your body and test your abilities."

"OK!"

Kurusu stood up abruptly, closed his eyes for a few seconds, and when he opened them again, his face was filled with shock and ecstasy.

At the same time, his right palm began to shake from side to side, and the speed of the vibration increased, soon turning into a blur, accompanied by a strong whistling sound.

[Whoosh!]

The moment he swung his right palm, an almost invisible gust of air burst forth, tearing the tatami mats and floorboards in front of him to shreds.

"Amazing!"

Ayame Yomogawa stared at the scene in disbelief, but before she could even show a look of surprise, she saw Kurusu's body tremble and he stagger back several steps.

"What's wrong with you?"

"Cough cough cough, I suddenly feel so tired, and my arm is a bit swollen and sore," said Kurusu, clutching his right arm and covered in sweat.