Mary Geoise, deep within Pangaea Castle, in the Room of Flowers.
The chamber was small, yet filled with exotic flowers and plants that gave off a hazy glow.
Imu, the hidden ruler of the World Government, stood shrouded in that misty radiance. His slender fingers brushed gently over the petals, and a butterfly rested meekly on his fingertip.
Nearby, all five of the Five Elders knelt with their foreheads pressed to the floor, not daring to overstep in the slightest.
"...In summary, more than seventy percent of the buildings at Marineford, Navy Headquarters, have been destroyed. Admiral Akainu Sakazuki, three Marine Headquarters Vice Admirals, and approximately twenty thousand Marines have been killed. Marine morale has suffered a devastating blow. Saint Shamrock and Saint Killingham of the Knights of God have been captured. Their current whereabouts are unknown."
Saint Ethanbaron V. Nusjuro, the Warrior God of Finance, delivered his report in the fewest words possible, his voice sounding especially muted in the spacious Room of Flowers.
Saint Marcus Mars, the Warrior God of the Environment, immediately added, "Regarding the Uchiha Clan, all we know is that they suddenly appeared on Kuja Island three years ago. Aside from their clan head, Uchiha Yoru, their core fighters consist of Uchiha Itachi, Uchiha Obito, Uchiha Shisui, Fugaku Uchiha, and Uchiha Inabi.
"Every member of this clan specializes in mental attacks. Their core fighters can all use a technique called 'Susanoo,' which possesses considerable power. The Marines have already raised their bounties across the board..."
Before he could finish, Imu raised a hand to interrupt him and spoke slowly. "What I wish to know is who stopped the Knights of God, and why Rocks has returned to life."
At Imu's question, Saint Shepherd Ju Peter, the Warrior God of Agriculture, hurried to answer.
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