"So, are you human or a ghoul?!"
In the distance, Touka, the only one who hadn't been severely affected, couldn't help but ask Gawain a question.
After voicing her question, she clenched her fist and cautiously looked at Gawain.
Touka knew a little about how strong the manager was; even the manager was subdued almost instantly. Gawain's strength must at least be enough to suppress the legendary Arima Kishou of the CCG, right?
So, is this person human or a ghoul?
It must be a ghoul!
For some reason, Touka really wanted to hear Gawain say that he was a ghoul at that moment.
After all, if it's a human, then that wouldn't be the same species...
However, meeting Touka's hopeful gaze, Gawain smiled and narrowed his eyes.
"You're quite perceptive, young lady. Are you the first to ask about my ingredients?"
Unfortunately, I am not a ghoul, but I am not simply human either.
To be precise, I should say I greatly admire you all, this group of extraordinary people who hold fast to your beliefs and peace, and who are slightly beyond human existence!
As soon as he finished speaking, Gawain flicked his right hand lightly.
Instantly, a wisp of lightning spread into the air, and Gawain's little finger disappeared.
At the same time, Gawain's pupils dilated instantly, and he froze, completely motionless!
Looking at the motionless Gawain, Touka was a little confused. Why had he suddenly spaced out while they were talking?
Wait, how come he's suddenly missing a finger?
Why is he staring blankly like that?
"A great opportunity!"
Before Touka could finish thinking, Koma shouted out loud.
Suddenly, he stretched out his crimson tail, the tip of which was about to pierce Gawain's chest!
Seeing that Gawain was about to be severely injured, Touka couldn't help but cry out in alarm, while Rize in front of Gawain...
She quickly extended her right hand, and as the man pierced her right hand with Koma's tail dart, she also firmly grasped Koma's tail dart in her hand and stopped him in front of Gawain.
"Hey, Rize, have you lost your mind, woman?"
With such a good opportunity, why not kill him?
Even with Arima's legendary status, it's impossible for him to survive under such circumstances!
Although I don't know why he's spacing out, as long as I take him down, you and our Anteiku will be safe together!
"Shut up, you idiot!!!"
Rize immediately interrupted Koma, coldly continuing as she pulled her right hand from the tail of the ancient sword.
"Don't ask me why, just use a woman's intuition!"
I know his danger better than you do; my instincts constantly remind me that I could die at his hands at any moment!
Given such a dangerous existence, do you really think he would die for such a ridiculous reason?
Don't think of the strong as you're so foolish!
"Maybe even while he's seemingly lost in thought, he's actually anticipating the laughter that'll follow him as a fool like you!"
As soon as she finished speaking, Rize finally withdrew her right hand.
As blood flowed freely, Rize's wounds gradually healed and eventually became completely healed.
At the same time, the store manager gently clapped his hands.
"Koma, Irimi, lower your guard."
If he wanted to, we would have been dead by his hand long ago.
This isn't your average strongman; his strength far surpasses Arima's and... never mind.
In short, this powerful individual is probably not from Tokyo or even Japan.
I highly doubt it; he probably really does come from that ancient family in Europe!
After saying that, the store manager sighed softly.
He then glanced at the coffee in front of Gawain, chuckled, and continued speaking.
"Since he drank coffee, he is a customer of the Anteiku."
Look at us, we actually have our guests help us protect the facilities in the store, that's so rude!
As for what the guest just said... interesting.
Does he want you all to be his subordinates, and even more so, does he want me to be his steward?
I think I might indeed possess all the qualities of an excellent housekeeper; even if I can't eat normal food, I do have the ability to cook it.
And this guest...
If he really does what he says he will do, if he really wants to achieve what he claims to achieve.
Even if I were to pick up my butcher's knife again and continue doing those disgusting things from the past, it wouldn't be so bad!
Not to mention the work of a mere housekeeper!
What do you think, guest?
After speaking, Manager Yoshimura Kuzen nodded politely to Gawain.
Seeing the store manager's actions, Gawain moved his lips, as if he wanted to say something, but then stopped himself!
Before his eyes, an incomparably magnificent world was slowly unfolding!
He truly underestimated his Observation Haki, especially his innate lightning talent!
In that very instant, the entire world's intricate network of electrical circuits appeared completely before his eyes.
Electromagnetic waves are everywhere; if you randomly select a segment, you'll see at least a hundred people engaged in nighttime activities!
Some people are on the phone, some are sending voice messages, some are watching TV, and some are watching movies.
All the information in the world—internet browsing, chatting, walkie-talkies—was laid out before Gawain, ready for him to choose!
Every object containing an electric current is an object of electricity that he can observe and transmit!
If the act of establishing a certain degree of divine authority in the Pirate World by using the Sea Train was a breakthrough...
When Gawain arrived in this truly modern world...
Appearing amidst infinite electric currents and electromagnetic waves, he is almost truly omniscient!
And omniscience...
That's God's domain!!!
Even Gawain was momentarily stunned by the sight.
Of course, the reason Gawain could stay still so easily was because he didn't sense any power in his surroundings that could harm him.
A blade that cannot cleave mountains is insufficient to cleave the massive, demonic body of Kaido.
An attack that is not enough to destroy an island is not enough to compel Gawain to put up a fight!
The world of Tokyo Ghoul is certainly not limited to just Tokyo. Just like the Washuu Clan, who control the CCG, they came from the Middle East and have been manipulating Tokyo for over a hundred years.
The Middle East has never been the center of the world. There are far greater powers in the world, and only the United Nations, the world's largest international organization, deserves to be called the core of the world.
As for Tokyo, it's just a pitiful, isolated region.
This world does indeed possess weapons capable of threatening and harming Gawain.
But there's nothing like that in all of Tokyo.
Therefore, Gawain's instincts wouldn't allow a mere Anteiku to restrain any of Gawain actions.
In short, at this moment, Gawain took a deep breath, shutting out the incomparably magnificent electromagnetic world in his eyes.
Then, he finally looked at the store manager again and nodded slightly.
"You are certainly capable of being a housekeeper. I admire the elegance you have cultivated amidst endless war."
With someone like you by my side, no one has the right to laugh at me for being too rude.
Of course, before that, I'm afraid I need to do more to gain your approval.
Let me think, what can I do to prove my abilities to you?
Simply engaging in fighting and killing doesn't seem to be enough to convince you completely.
In this world, ability is important, but background is even more crucial.
So... strength and background?
How about this?
At this point, Gawain suddenly raised his right hand and gently tapped it on the table.
"I'm saying, Tokyo is going to be without power right now!"
The moment the words left his mouth, the lights inside the Anteiku suddenly went out, plunging the entire room into complete darkness.
Seeing the astonished expressions on the faces of the crowd in the darkness, Gawain raised his right hand, and with a flash of lightning, the coffee shop's roller shutter slowly rose.
"Don't just stand here and look, everyone, go outside and take a look."
Let's see if the entire Tokyo been plunged into darkness.
If so, then you can take this opportunity to gamble.
I'll bet on how long it will take the Tokyo government to wrest the electricity they need back from me.
Is it one minute, or ten minutes?
Or perhaps, until I'm willing to light up this night again?
As soon as he finished speaking, Gawain waved his hand gently, signaling everyone to go outside and take a look.
Under the moonlight, everyone stared at Gawain in disbelief. Then, the more impatient Koma was the first to jump out.
"You charlatan!"
Koma spoke, Koma climbed up the wall like a monkey, and in the blink of an eye, he had reached the tallest building in the vicinity.
The next moment, he stood there, completely stunned.
Immediately afterwards, Irimi Rize and Touka both came to Koma's side.
Gazing at the endless darkness, the four of them remained silent for a long time.
Electricity! This is the electricity for the entire Tokyo of Tokyo!
It's gone just like that?
How much damage will Tokyo suffer at this moment!
It's not just the industrial and economic losses that will occur; we'll also lose a great deal of human life!
In less than two minutes, even in the Anteiku 20th Ward, restless ghouls started venturing out into the streets in search of food!!!
Below, beside Gawain, Yoshimura Kuzen narrowed his eyes uneasily after faintly hearing the sounds of the ghouls moving.
"Guest..."
"Call me Gawain."
"Well...?"
"Call me Gawain."
"Gawain!"
After a brief exchange, Yoshimura sighed helplessly and then bowed to Gawain.
"Electricity has become an indispensable part of modern society, because it has long since replaced lights and become the guiding light for humanity to defend against all dangers at night."
The sudden loss of power... has already proven your strength.
But once darkness falls, our restless colleagues find it even harder to suppress their ruthlessness.
Therefore, in any case, I need to step back a little.
The reason Anteiku is called Anteiku is because I won't allow any ghouls more cruel than me to appear here!
At this point, Yoshimura Kuzen Kōzen looked towards the people, including Koma, on the top of the high-rise building.
"Koma, Irimi, it seems I need you to gather your former forces."
Whether it's the Ape Squad or the Doberman Group, let's get everyone moving!
Tonight, the Anteiku must remain calm!
Upon hearing the shop manager's words, Koma and Irimi immediately nodded.
Immediately afterwards, the two of them would dash into the darkness to gather their former subordinates, who were now the reserve and peripheral members of the Anti-Ding Group.
But before they could even move, Gawain was on the ground, gently shook his head.
"Whenever night falls, the most shameless lackeys are the first to reveal their greed."
Unfortunately, I really don't want these minions to continue disrupting the delicate relationship between humans and ghouls.
I don't need you to do anything; I'm still waiting to prove my strength.
"Anteiku alone isn't enough; I need the whole of Tokyo, even the whole world!"
As he finished speaking, Gawain clapped his hands.
The next instant.
Click!!!
Thousands of Inazuma simultaneously illuminated the entire Tokyo!
That's right, not just the 20th Ward, but the entire Tokyo!
In that instant, nearly four thousand ghouls throughout Tokyo who were attempting to take advantage of the darkness died simultaneously!
As for Anteiku, even in the most peaceful district, nearly 180 ghouls died at the same time.
A moment later, the aroma of smoke and barbecue filled the air, a scent that prompted the onlookers on the high-rise building, who witnessed and understood everything, to ask...
At least Touka immediately felt nauseous and vomited.
Alas, many people will likely be disappointed, because the female lead also vomits.
But it's probably nothing, since there are far more disgusting things than vomiting in the world of Tokyo Ghoul.
While vomiting, Touka muttered incredulously to herself.
"How could this be? How can someone possess such power?"
"All of Tokyo... Did those lightning bolts come from the sky? Does the human government possess a weapon capable of dealing with all ghouls at once?"
"It couldn't be a human weapon. If it were, we ghouls would have been wiped out long ago!"
Impossible, absolutely impossible! I'd rather believe it's the power of God than have such power actually come into the hands of humankind!
Absolutely not!!!
Koma to the side, let out the loudest shout of his life.
At the same time as Koma shouted, even the usually calm and collected shop manager, who thought he had seen it all, couldn't stop smiling.
"What terrifying power!"
It seems that you, sir, are part of Thunder, or perhaps Thunder is simply a part of you!
Is this a power that humans can control?
Is it a weapon from space, or some kind of special weather-related weapon?
Even...
"So, you yourself are the god representing thunder, and we pathetic ghouls, after constantly cannibalizing people, have finally attracted the attention and attention of Takamagahara?"
As soon as he finished speaking, Yoshimura Kuzen unleashed his "Face-Breaking Divine Art," which he could no longer control.
He just stood there with his ahegao face hanging on him, staring blankly at Gawain.
Seeing Yoshimura's dazed expression, Gawain grinned, then shook his head.
"Heh, I'm not some god, I'm just an ambitious human being."
You witnessed everything that just happened, so what are your thoughts?
Is this to agree to my conditions?
Or... put up a stubborn resistance?
Honestly, promise me, I really admire you guys.
Making mistakes is terrible, but being willing to turn back is commendable. Even better is being willing to do everything in one's power to make amends, even to the point of enduring constant hunger to atone for one's errors...
I can understand how helpless that feeling must be.
Although you are a life form destined to be contrary to humanity, I actually prefer your simplicity and purity to that of humans.
Regardless of whether you are a few kind and pure individuals.
Or... those in other districts are purely bad.
There are just too many treacherous and wicked people in this world.
Even the most wicked become endearing compared to the most petty people.
Hehe."