The Holy Land Mary Geoise, deep within the Pangaea Castle.
Among the Room of Authority, the Five Elders were unusually gathered, the atmosphere heavy as the calm before a storm. On the virtual screens, evidence certified by the Heart of the Pluton Ark and simultaneously disseminated throughout the universe by the Revolutionary Army network was playing on a loop.
The footage shows Tesoro admitting to colluding with Imu's "treasurer"; real footage of the enslavement and control of guests inside " Golden Heart "; and, most fatally, a close-up of the tiny yet incredibly clear World Government symbol appearing in the promotional video for the Gold City.
"Useless! That Tesoro is utterly useless!" Environmental Martial God (Agricultural Martial God) Marcus Saint Mars was enraged. The Shodai Kitetsu in his hand seemed to sense its master's fury, humming slightly. "Not only did he fail the mission, but he also turned against us! And left behind such irrefutable evidence!"
"The name of Lord Imu has been so tarnished..." The voice of the Scientific Defense War God ( Lucy Saint Saturn ) was deep and filled with cold killing intent, "He must be punished most severely to serve as a warning to others."
The Financial God of War (Zambalon V. Saint Nusjuro ) said grimly, "The fall of the Golden Heart has not only cost us a vital source of funding and intelligence, but has also severely damaged the reputation of 'Order.' Doubts are rising across the universe."
The Warrior God of Justice (Topman Saint Warcury ) tapped his fingertips on the table. "Public opinion is spiraling out of control. The Revolutionary Army and those remnants of the pirate crew have cleverly used words like 'freedom' and 'resistance against enslavement,' which are extremely inflammatory. Many forces that were originally neutral or even inclined towards us are beginning to waver."
"Shake it?" The political and defense war god (Shepard X. Saint Ju Peter ), dressed in a dark blue suit and with blond hair, sneered. "Then let them remember why 'order' can be above all living beings! Since gentle 'guidance' (referring to the Gold City Trap) has failed, let the universe relive the iron fist of 'absolute order'!"
After a brief silence, the Five Elders reached a consensus.
"Issue the supreme order," Saint Ju Peter's voice brooked no argument. "First, declare to the public that the Gold City incident was a fabrication by the Revolutionary Army and pirates, a malicious slander against the World Government's lofty reputation, and that all so-called evidence is a despicable forgery. Anyone who spreads or believes this rumor will be prosecuted for 'disrupting public order.'"
"Second, launch the ' Silencing Plan,' completely blocking and erasing related information and discussions on the internet and in all media. Activate all propaganda machinery to emphasize Imu's benevolence and the world's 'harmony and stability,' and to exaggerate the 'destructiveness and terror' of the Revolutionary Army and the Pirate Alliance."
"Third," he paused, a cold glint in his eyes, "Order the Marine Headquarters ( Space Force Headquarters ), CP0, and all star system governors to immediately execute 'Operation Order Purification Special.' Conduct a 'high-intensity order rectification' of all planets, forces, and even individuals that have recently shown signs of instability. We need several clean and decisive 'victories' to deter all the petty villains, divert attention, and reaffirm our authority!"
"Seconded." "Seconded." "..."
The command, like the coldest electrical signal, instantly spread throughout the vast machinery of World Government.
Storms erupted across the universe.
The star field, which had been buzzing with discussion and even showing signs of restlessness due to the Gold City incident, was instantly enveloped in a high-pressure atmosphere.
The World Government's official media adopted a unified narrative, fiercely attacking the lies of the "Evil Alliance" and portraying the coalition as demons intent on destroying universal peace. Any dissenting voice was met with swift and brutal retaliation—news agencies were shut down, spokespeople "disappeared," and online communities were forced into silence.
Even more terrifying is the military operation.
Several planets that had previously secretly sympathized with the Revolutionary Army or expressed dissatisfaction with the World Government's policies were suddenly subjected to a powerful invasion by the Space Force fleet. This was no longer a matter of appeasement through "guidance" or "formatting," but rather naked military suppression!
The new Pacifista ( PX-Z Series ) form a steel torrent, crushing through the streets; CP0 agents infiltrate like phantoms, precisely eliminating the ringleaders; powerful fleet main guns unleash "deterrent bombardment," turning landmark buildings into ruins.
" Imu divine grace, Lord Im, order is granted to you! Resistance means destruction!" The chilling proclamation echoed over the burning city.
Widespread lamentations and fear spread like a plague. The World Government declared to the entire universe in the most direct way: any act that challenges the "Absolute Order" will be met with the most merciless iron fist.
The atmosphere aboard the Pluton was heavy.
Sabo's Omniscient Domain received intermittent distress signals and cries of anguish from all corners of the universe, and his face turned incredibly grim. " Imu... they've chosen the most extreme method! They're using fear to extinguish any doubt!"
"Damn it!!" Ace slammed his fist against the wall, flames erupting uncontrollably. "They're slaughtering us!"
Luffy pulled his Straw Hat down low, the shadow obscuring his eyes, but his clenched fist trembled slightly. "Absolutely... unforgivable!"
Tesoro stared at the horrific scenes of the suppressed planets on the screen, his face pale. He knew better than anyone the darkness beneath the World Government's glamorous facade, but such direct violence on such a scale still sent shivers down his spine, while simultaneously solidifying his choice. "They're afraid... afraid the truth will get out. So they're using even more horrific violence to cover it up."
Robin flipped through the Poneglyph, his tone somber. "History always repeats itself... When lies are exposed, violence is always their last resort."
Allen closed his eyes and sensed, slowly saying, "The tributaries of time are being forcibly brought to a halt... Imu is trying to use fear to pull all possibilities back to the 'mainstream' he has set. But... the deeper the oppression, the more violent the future backlash will be. Right now, countless lives are bearing the cost."
"We can't stand idly by!" Sabo suddenly looked up, his eyes burning with determination. "We must do something to break this wave of fear!"
"A direct attack on the Holy Land is unrealistic," Robin calmly analyzed. "We need to find a key target for the World Government to make an example of, a place where they most ostentatiously display their power, and deliver a devastating counterattack! A victory that will illuminate this shadow of fear!"
" Sabo, find the most symbolic target!" Luffy raised his head, his eyes sharper than ever before. "We're going there! We'll smash their 'order' to pieces!"
Pluton emitted a deep hum, and all the patterns on the ship's hull lit up, as if countless Spark of civilization were responding to this determination.
A counter-offensive against the World Government's repressive measures is about to begin. The universe's gaze will once again be focused on this indomitable alliance.