Not long after, in front of the CCG gates.
Reporters enthusiastically set up their cameras and microphones, intently tracking Gawain and his group.
Meanwhile, on television programs throughout Tokyo.
Even near the coffee shop in Anteiku, Aogiri Tree and the Anteiku members are now all sitting in front of the television, watching the live reports of Gawain and his group.
To allow Gawain, a ghoul in the eyes of humans, to create such a huge uproar in this human society.
This is Japan the government is trying its best to prevent.
But clearly, when the butcher holds the knife, whether or not to stab the pig is no longer up to him.
With the CCG completely powerless, even if the Japan cabinet is dissatisfied, what can they do to Gawain?
Even in this state of helplessness, Kirishima Ayato stared excitedly at the television, his leg-shaking motion uncontrollable despite his sister's repeated attempts to stop him!
How could everything have happened so fast? I thought the war between ghouls and humans would last for countless years.
Suddenly, not long after I joined Aogiri Tree, the situation had developed to this point!
Kirishima Ayato, watching on television as Gawain finally entered the CCG.
Yoshimura Kuzen coughed lightly, then clapped his hands.
"Alright!"
He said.
"It's time to get to work. In the coming days, we need to expand our influence to the surrounding areas."
We need to control at least the other four areas adjacent to 20th Ward and 24th Ward!
Lord Gawain's actions have reached the extreme of provocation against the CCG. By taking advantage of the trouble he has caused the CCG, we can more easily manage and control ghoul groups in other areas!
"Etc!"
Suddenly, Kirishima Ayato interrupted Kuzen.
"If I remember correctly, we should be ghouls!"
So, on the eve of a complete war between us and humanity, why are we holding the sword to our own kind?
Us..."
"Shut up!"
Faced with Kirishima Ayato's childish question, Kuzen gave a heavy snort and then slammed his hand on the table.
"If you have similar questions again, please ask Lord Gawain in person at the meeting!"
I am not qualified to answer your question, because for both of us, the only path to take is obedience!
So, don't let me hear your questions again!
At this point, Kuzen glanced at Touka, signaling her to keep an eye on her younger brother.
Touka quickly grabbed Xundu's collar and punched her younger brother.
Next, the Anteiku Demon Ape Group and the Black Doberman Group expanded outwards in an orderly manner.
The White Suits from the Aogiri Tree and the Black-Clad Walkers also tacitly advanced into other areas.
As the battle between ghouls in Tokyo intensified, Gawain, along with Eto and Arima, silently entered the reception hall from the previous day.
Looking around, haha, the CCG is very efficient. In just one day, they've repaired all the damage caused yesterday so badly that it's unrecognizable.
At this very moment, they are at the forefront of the investigators.
Iwao Kuroiwa Special Inspector looked at Arima Kishou standing next to Gawain and asked, quite puzzled.
"Arima, I'd like to know your current situation..."
"Unless there's something special going on, Kuroiwa, I'd rather you greet Gawain first than ask me questions!"
Arima replied with a smile, then casually took the coffee that Eto handed him.
After taking a small sip, he nodded to Gawain, then stood up decisively.
At the same time, Eto stood up, and in the blink of an eye, she transformed into the One-Eyed Owl.
In an instant, a deafening roar erupted from the investigators' quarters. Countless Quinques armed themselves instantly, and countless men pointed their weapons at One-Eyed Owl.
Result.
The next moment, Eto suddenly disarmed himself.
"Don't be nervous, friends."
Having recovered, Eto gently tidied her long green hair at her temples and smiled tenderly as she spoke to those around her.
"The reason I transformed was simply to confirm my identity for everyone."
That's right, even a delicate girl like me can be One-Eyed Owl that everyone fears.
You probably already know why I've come.
Yes, I'm here to apologize.
Over the years, I have caused everyone a lot of trouble, and even more so, countless pains and... hatred.
While an apology may not be enough, I want everyone to know that, under Gawain's guidance, I have truly come to understand my past mistakes and sincerely want to make amends!
I'm so sorry, everyone!
At this point, Eto Yoshimura bowed earnestly to everyone, but unfortunately, this gesture only brought more noise and insults in return.
Even though the CCG is currently at a disadvantage, the investigators are all filled with hatred and are prepared to die together with each other.
Despite the insults coming from all sides, Eto wasn't angry. She simply straightened up and sighed softly.
"Yes, I expected this to happen. What good is a mere apology when I've already caused such damage?"
Even if we switched places, I still wouldn't accept an apology from my enemy, would I?
"If apologies were enough, what would be the point of having the CCG?"
At this point, Eto let out a long sigh.
She shook her head, then continued speaking under the extremely wary gazes of the investigators.
"So, I'm not here simply to apologize."
Compared to an apology now, I think a substantial gift and surprise would be more acceptable to everyone.
So I discussed it with the adults, and I thought carefully about how I could make everyone feel my sincerity, and even go further to forgive the sins I committed in the past?
To achieve that, my gift must be precious enough!
So..."
Eto paused for a moment, then suddenly raised her head, her eyes fixed on the center of the investigation team—the face of CCG Investigation Bureau Director Washuu Kichimasa!
At that moment, Washuu Kichimasa's eyes widened in shock; he seemed to finally understand what Eto and Gawain were planning!
At the same time, Eto stared intently at Washuu Kichimasa, like a hungry wolf eyeing a piece of succulent entrails!
Seeing Washuu Kichimasa's trembling with anger, Eto grinned and said, word by word, with a cold smile.
"So what kind of gift would be truly precious, especially one given to investigators like you... who are constantly on the verge of sacrifice?"
If it were just gold and silver, how could those things satisfy you? Perhaps only a quinque made from my kagune would be the gift you desire most!
But I'm so sorry, I really can't die right now. I have so many things to do.
But besides my own kagune, what other gift could make you happy enough?
After much thought, I've finally decided to give you something you can never refuse!
Having waged war for over a century, you must be yearning for that hard-won peace, right?
Therefore, let me, the one burdened with sin, personally deliver this hard-won peace into your hands today!!!
At this point, Eto suddenly unleashed his One-Eyed Owl form.
In the next instant, she swept through the crowd with the force of a tiger and pounced directly on Washuu Kichimasa!
Seeing that the One-Eyed Owl was about to attack the director, the special agents standing at the front immediately raised their quinques to intercept him.
But just as they were doing that, Arima Kishou suddenly revealed his Quinque, shielding Eto from all the attacks from the investigators!!!
At the same time, Gawain gently tapped the table, and invisible electromagnetic waves instantly invaded the nerves of every weak person.
Apart from a few exceptionally capable Special Investigators, no one else could tamper with them.
Logically speaking, using Conqueror's Haki would make everything much simpler.
But Gawain didn't want the CCG to be completely unconscious; he wanted all the investigators to witness the death of the Washuu Clan and hear firsthand Washuu Clan the sins they had committed over the past century!
And so, the few remaining active Special Class Investigators were intercepted by Arima Kishou single-handedly!
As for Eto, she bypassed the crowd and accurately hurled her kagune at Washuu Kichimasa!
Seeing the One-Eyed Owl so close, Washuu Kichimasa hurriedly took two steps back!
As a member of the main branch of the Washuu Clan and a born ghoul, his strength is not much weaker than Arima Kishou's.
The problem is, as the director of the CCG, he can't reveal his ghoul state within the CCG!!!
Seeing that Washuu Kichimasa had chosen to flee, Eto took a deep breath of satisfaction, then gave a stern rebuke.
"All you know how to do is run away, CCG director!"
Logically speaking, even I might not be a match for you, you bastard!
"Shut up, One-Eyed Owl! I actually believed you were here to apologize!"
Now that I think about it, you cannibalistic trash could never utter a word that we humans could believe!!!
Washuu Kichimasa interrupted Eto's roar, then, while fleeing in panic, he snatched a quinque from an investigator's hand.
If he wants to disguise himself as a ghoul, then Washuu Kichimasa has no choice but to fight using a quinque at this moment!
Seeing that Washuu Kichimasa was being forced into a more and more helpless situation, Iwao Kuroiwa, who was being blocked by Arima, shouted in utter confusion.
"Damn it, Arima Kishou, why are you blocking our way!"
You're a Special Investigator, the pride of the CCG! Have you been controlled by some special means?
"That One-Eyed Owl attacked our chief!!!"
"Hehe!"
Arima coldly shook his head upon hearing Iwao Kuroiwa's greeting.
The calm and collected smile that used to grace his face was gone. At this moment, he looked exceptionally ruthless, even somewhat insane!
He gritted his teeth and responded with a single word.
"Yes, the director of the CCG, is that right?"
But that's not the Washuu Kichimasa I see!
To you, he is the CCG chief in your eyes, a hero who will always stand on the front line against ghouls!
But in my eyes, he's just a wolf in sheep's clothing, and all his actions are merely a means to better devour and exploit his flock of sheep!
As soon as he finished speaking, Arima's Quinque unleashed a terrifying Inazuma, sending Iwao Kuroiwa flying backward.
At the same time, Itsuki Marude shouted in disbelief.
"You humans?!?"
After emphasizing this, Itsuki Marude continued to press for answers with disbelief.
"How could such a word come out of your mouth, Arima Kishou!"
Aren't you human?
"Yes, finally someone understands! Think of my strength and agility, and look at your powerless appearance in front of me, Marude Special Grade!"
Do you really think I'm human like you?
Arima replied with a cold laugh, and his quinque collided violently with Itsuki Marude's quinque.
Upon hearing Arima Kishou's words, Itsuki Marude, while struggling to defend himself, roared and continued to question Arima Kishou.
"What do you mean? Are you a ghoul too? I can't believe it!"
"Not just me, haha, there are other special class members like Itsuki Marude!"
Most of you probably don't know this secret.
But at the same time, I'm sure there are still people who can understand what I'm saying!
Not everyone is kept in the dark, so for all you clever folks, I'm finally going to uncover this secret that's been hidden for countless years!
Yes, I am not human, but I am also not a ghoul!
I am a combination of human and ghoul, I am... half-human!
You might not believe it, but I was the first One-Eyed King!
As for Eto Yoshimura, she was merely the second One-Eyed King. And as for Eto's true identity, he was the complete opposite of me... a half-ghoul!!!
As soon as the words were spoken, the air fell silent, and the Special Class's offensive against Arima Kishou weakened slightly.
Meanwhile, Arima Kishou continued.
"What you'll never expect is yet to come. You know what? I'm not an ordinary CCG member, and my surname isn't actually Arima!"
I am a member of the branch Washuu Clan, and the fourth-generation Cleaner in charge of the Cleaner position. My predecessor, haha, was named Yoshimura Kuzen, who was Eto's biological father and the one you call the Non-Killing Owl!
Did you notice? I just mentioned... the Washuu Clan!
That's right, haha, whether it's me, Kuzen, or even Eto, that One-Eyed Owl.
We are just members of the Washuu Clan, a branch of the Washuu Clan!
And the Washuu Clan, hahahaha!
That guy you call the Director and the Chairman, who always stands on the front lines of humanity, leading you against ghouls.
They themselves are ghouls, and the most powerful of them all, so powerful that they are the naturally strong King of Ghouls!
Those family members who possess the surname Washuu.
Each and every one of them is a born perfect ghoul!!!
With Arima Kishou's furious roar, Washuu Kichimasa suddenly slammed his quinque at Eto's head from afar.
Despite having the immense power boost from his One-Eyed Owl form, Eto was actually knocked back by this single blow!
At the same time, a dozen masked men suddenly poured out of the CCG headquarters building!
The next moment, those people unleashed their kagune and frantically joined Eto Washuu Kichimasa's battle!
Looking at the masks on the faces of that group of people, Arima Kishou forced Itsuki Marude back, then sneered.
"Finally couldn't sit still anymore, huh? Are those guys from the split family still foolishly clinging to He Xiu's surname?"
However, you are not worthy to be our enemies!
Furuta Nimura!!!"