Chapter 32: The Troubled Five Elders!
When the night was deep and quiet, that enormous full moon appeared again.
"Lord Imu, the Doctors from Drum Kingdom are currently treating the Merfolk Tribe and Fish-Man Tribe. According to their estimation, it will likely take fifteen days to recover."
In the Empty Hall, the Five Elders knelt below the dais, and the one in the middle respectfully gave the report.
"As for their psychological state, although Marine Vice Admiral Tsuru was somewhat reluctant at first, she ultimately took action to cleanse their hearts of Negative Emotions."
Im heard this and was very satisfied.
This was because Tsuru couldn't bear to see the Mermaids constantly living in despair, numbness, and hatred, and also for their own safety. After all, if they continued to hold extreme attitudes towards the World Government, they would face elimination. She had no doubt about the World Government's ruthlessness in this regard.
But for Im, no matter her psychological changes, as long as the result was sufficient, that was enough.
"Gecko Moria has also agreed to become a Jailer at 'Impel Down', responsible for cutting off the Prisoners' Shadows and managing the severed Shadows. According to Warden Columbus's feedback, although his attitude towards his colleagues is quite cold, he is considered responsible in his work. However, he often sends Food and Fresh Water to his fellow tribesmen in 'Starvation Hell' without authorization. This point gives him a headache."
"Let him handle this himself. As long as it's not too excessive, let Moria do as he pleases. We only need him to be obedient and work diligently." Im's tone was still cold.
Impel Down holds nearly six hundred thousand Prisoners, and Gecko Moria faces a considerable workload, especially since a large batch will flood in later.
According to the Intelligence feedback from Cipher Pol in various Sea Areas, the rumors about the 'Great Pirate Treasure' are intensifying, and the Marines are also gradually discovering that there are more Pirates at sea.
"What about the matter of Thriller Bark?"
This time, Saint Shepherd Ju Peter answered respectfully, "With the help of the three Southbirds found in the Forest on Jaya Island, CP5 has already found it in the Misty Sea and is currently figuring out how to control it."
"Hurry and modify it. The undercurrents of the Great Pirate Era are surging in Various Places. We need to use it to suppress this 'Tsunami' sweeping across the World!"
Im looked down coldly and gave the Order.
"Yes, Lord Imu." The Five Elders responded in unison.
"Also, summon that Donquixote Kid to see me. I have a use for him!" Im said again.
However, these words greatly surprised the Five Elders. They looked at each other with obvious doubt and confusion in their eyes, but still agreed immediately.
"We shall obey your Imperial Will!"
Immediately after, Saint Topman Warcury, still kneeling in the middle, asked, "Should that other person be summoned? I remember he's almost twenty years old."
Im frowned, but quickly realized who the other party was talking about. After thinking for a moment, he said, "Not for now. Wait until he turns twenty next year."
He couldn't immediately think of an arrangement for that kid. It's better to let him continue to be free and hone his own Strength.
"Yes, Lord Imu!"
Just as the Five Elders thought this audience had ended and were preparing to respectfully take their leave, another Order came from the Throne high above.
"In a few days, I want to go out. Prepare a flying Vehicle for me. It must be spacious!"
What!
The Five Elders were greatly shocked. They all raised their heads in unison and looked at Im in shock. Their thoughts were almost identical: Lord Imu is actually going out?
This person has been living in seclusion in the Room of Authority for hundreds of years. Has the long period of quietude finally made him restless!
"What's wrong? I want to go out, is that not allowed?"
Im saw the surprised Gaze of these people. He questioned back with displeasure, instantly turning the Five Elders' surprise into fright.
"No, no, no, this is your freedom. We naturally have no Opinion. It's just that your safety is paramount. Could you inform us of your destination and the time you will be away?"
Saint Ethanbaron V. Nusjuro, holding Shodai Kitetsu, asked softly.
"There are quite a few places I want to go. The time I'll be away is not yet certain. I'll depart after this Reverie ends, so hurry and prepare. If anything happens then, contact me using a Transponder Snail."
Im thought for a moment and still gave a simple answer.
This was because for over a year, he has been staying in the Room of Authority, at most, only moving within Pangea Castle. It really made him feel very stifled and depressed.
The previous Im could stay shut in for over eight hundred years, but he couldn't stand it. The outside World is so beautiful and wonderful, he has long wanted to go out and see it, and there are indeed some Matters that he needs to handle himself.
It's just that the Vehicle needs some preparation. Sitting on a Ship is too slow, and it can't fly. If he were to use Moonwalk himself, although he can fly and the Speed is fast enough, it would look too shabby, wouldn't it?
He, the dignified Lord Im, the actual ruler of the entire planet, still needs to maintain a certain Display.
Furthermore, when going out, he will definitely encounter many trivial Matters. He can't possibly handle all these Matters himself, right?
"Understood, Lord Imu. It's just, what Identity do you plan to use when going out? And your appearance?" Saint Marcus Mars, with his long straight hair, asked worriedly.
"Prepare a new, unremarkable Celestial Dragon Identity for me, and an 'Invisible False Pupil' that can conceal my Pupil but won't affect my vision. As for my appearance, I haven't shown my face for several hundred years, no one will recognize me."
Im had already thought of these things and slowly stated his thoughts.
The Five Elders heard that this Lord was determined to go out and said nothing more. From now on, they only needed to cooperate well.
"Regarding Impel Down, I want to transfer someone out. Send someone to notify them." Finally, Im suddenly thought of something and added a sentence.
After the 'Six-Person Meeting' ended, the Five Elders returned to the 'Room of Authority'. As soon as they sat on the Sofa, they started their own small meeting.
"Any thoughts on the Vehicle Lord Im mentioned?" Saint Topman Warcury, sitting in the main seat in the middle, was the first to speak.
"It is indeed a bit difficult. A large space is easy to arrange, the main thing is the Lord requires it to fly." Saint Jaygarcia Saturn, wearing a flat hat and with a bushy mustache, said worriedly.
Saint Marcus Mars, with his long straight hair, thought for a moment and suggested, "How about we ask Dr. Vegapunk if the Science Unit can build a flying Ship?"
"Even if they could build it, but with less than three months until the Reverie, will there be enough time?" Saint Ethanbaron V. Nusjuro, holding Shodai Kitetsu, asked back.
"This..."
"Then let's try a Devil Fruit with the Ability to fly." Saint Shepherd Ju Peter thought for a moment and suddenly said, "Isn't Shiki still imprisoned in 'Infinite Hell'? Finding a way to make him obedient will solve the problem!"
"Lord Im said before that he has other uses for him. Besides drawing blood to provide Research material for the Science Unit, he is not to be easily disturbed." Saint Topman Warcury responded with a Shake Head.
"Then what other way is there?" Saint Shepherd Ju Peter became troubled.
At this time, Saint Jaygarcia Saturn, who was wearing a flat hat, said, "Devil Fruit is a good method. Although Shiki cannot be used, we can look for others. There are so many Devil Fruits in the Treasury, they're almost piled up like small mountains. Have the people below search thoroughly, there must be one that can be used!"
A few days ago, they followed Im's Order and took all the Devil Fruits from the other Celestial Dragons to prevent those idiots from foolishly wasting them, and at the same time, had them classified and recorded according to the Encyclopedia.
Therefore, the number of Devil Fruits currently in the Five Elders' hands is so large that using 'small mountains' to describe it is not an exaggeration at all.
As for the issue of the Celestial Dragons causing trouble, ever since one was eliminated before, all the Celestial Dragons have become obedient. Whether it was Mermaids or Devil Fruits, they all obediently handed them over.
"Okay, then let's do this. Let's search first!"
This is one of the Foundations accumulated by the World Government over several hundred years.
Bowing his head, he respectfully reported, "Reporting to Reader Lord, this Book currently has 209 Collections, 321 recommendations, 51 Monthly Passes, and is ranked 46th in the Contracted Author New Book Ranking Light Novel category. However, relying solely on these to face opponents in the Myriad Worlds is still far from enough. Please give your instructions."
(End of Chapter)