One Piece: God Killer

Chapter 491 The Dilemma of the World Government

Marie Joa,

The Five Elders still sat in front of the white coffee table as usual, watching the news at the same time every day.

"This afternoon in Wano Country time, the famous scientist Vegapunk was assassinated, and it triggered a broadcast to the whole world. There are reports that the assassin was an agent sent by the World Government. Marijoa has refuted this statement... According to the information obtained by our reporter, Mr. Vegapunk has been confirmed dead. Let us review the information revealed by Vegapunk in the live broadcast this afternoon..."

"We can't go on like this..."

Nasu Shoulangsheng gently wiped the demon sword and said, "The World Government's reputation is about to be ruined by them!"

Although the news did not explicitly state that the assassination was carried out by agents of the World Government, anyone with a little common sense could guess what had happened.

If the news continues to spread, it may shake the hearts of people around the world.

"The Navy, Army, and CP have already started shutting down television and radio, and restricting the use of video phone-mushis..." Satan Saint grasped the handle of his cane with both hands, "But it's not that easy..."

For the Five Elders who had never been exposed to information warfare, confiscating all communication tools was the best idea that Saint Satan had come up with after racking his brains.

However, it is not easy to implement this plan.

After all, now, even the staff of the World Government have become accustomed to collecting intelligence through television and news, and even using mobile phones to work. Even the Five Elders sit in front of the TV every day to watch the news.

They had to admit that the news network established by Wano Country, or Dawn, was quite valuable. Although the real inside information would not be disclosed in the news, some news, especially the news about Wano Country, was indeed something that even CP0 might not be able to get in the first place.

Not to mention the distant past, the Five Elders first learned about the fact that Ace of the Spade Pirates became the new son of the great pirate "Whitebeard" through the news.

Who should be given the right to continue watching the news, whose communication tools should be confiscated, and what should be done with normal communications after the confiscation? These are enough to give Satan, an information-blind person, a headache.

After all, the news broadcast in Wano Country can not only be watched on TV, radio and mobile phones, but can also be played through video Den Den Mushi.

"Let's pay attention to another piece of news. King Cobra of Alabasta was assassinated in Marijoa while attending the World Conference. We have invited Mr. Mont Blanc Kulik, an archaeologist who specializes in historical research, to interpret this matter. This incident is full of mysteries. Our station has received an exclusive video that may be an important clue to deciphering Cobra's death."

"Now, please join us in watching this precious video that points to the real murderer of King Cobra."

When the Five Elders heard this, they were shocked as if struck by lightning. All five heads turned to look at the TV at the same time.

What appeared in the video was, surprisingly, the void throne of Pangu City. On the throne, the figure of Lord Yim was not clear, but vaguely visible.

And in the near end of the picture, the faces of the Five Elders appear clearly in the camera.

In the picture, the expressions of the Five Elders were solemn. Outside the picture, the faces of the Five Elders were ashen. The confidence that they were in control of everything was no longer seen on their faces.

The Five Elders realized that they had made an "unforgivable and irreparable" mistake as they did not realize that Cobra was carrying a video recording device!

Vegapunk’s previous live broadcast certainly had a huge impact, but what he said was just speculation after all. As long as the sea level does not continue to rise, it will naturally calm down after a period of time.

But this time it was different. The highest authority of the World Government brazenly attacked the kings of the member states.

This one incident alone is enough to shake the foundation of the world government's rule. If things go wrong, the only way left is to completely cleanse the entire world.

Even the Five Elders could become victims of Lord Im's wrath.

Although Lord Im also did not notice that Cobra recorded the video, it certainly cannot be blamed on him.

"Cobra!"

"That bastard!"

"Damn it!"

"We didn't even notice it!"

"Damn it, I was tricked!"

The expressions of the Five Elders were exceptionally brilliant.

Only then did they realize that Cobra had tricked them.

After briefly venting their anger, the Five Elders immediately began to prepare and organize remedial measures.

"Give the order immediately, cut off all communication equipment immediately!"

Satan's expression was tense, and his brain was thinking at a speed never seen in the past eight hundred years. Although the news had been broadcast to the whole world, it would be a good thing for the world government if even a few people could see it.

Satan took a deep breath, veins on his forehead exposed, "Order the navy and government agents, as well as allied countries and government officials, to immediately turn on all Den Den Mushi and send out jamming signals."

After some thought, the "God of Science Defense" who is most closely connected with technology among the Five Elder Stars actually came up with a solution - since it is a signal that is transmitted, then use the signal to interfere!

If, they can really do it.

But at this moment, the Den Den Mushi belonging to the Five Elder Stars, which were specifically used to transmit orders, suddenly rang rapidly at the same time.

"Dingling bell~~"

The Five Elder Stars looked at each other. From the eyes of their colleagues, they saw the astonishment and even panic that belonged to themselves and all the Five Elder Stars.

The Five Elder Stars are undoubtedly equipped with their own Den Den Mushi.

Except for a very small number of senior government officials, no one knows that each of the Five Elders is equipped with two sets of exclusive Den Den Mushi, and two Den Den Mushi belonging to the "collective" of the Five Elders.

A set of Den Den Mushi is responsible for answering calls to the Five Elders. The so-called "knowing the numbers of the Five Elders" or "calling the Five Elders" refers to this set of Den Den Mushi.

Most of the time, the Five Elder Stars use this Den Den Mushi set to contact the outside world and broadcast Den Den Mushi numbers.

The other set of Den Den Mushi are backup Den Den Mushi, generally used for emergency communications and internal communications of the world government.

This arrangement is to prevent the Five Elders from being unable to make phone calls in an emergency.

But now, all the twelve Den Den Mushi equipped by the Five Elder Stars for communication were dialed by external Den Den Mushi at the same time!

This is definitely not normal.

The Five Elders looked stern, but still answered the phone.

They didn't dare not answer the Den Den Mushi, because they didn't know if there was anything important, or even if there was any notification from Lord Imu.

"I am Nefertiti Vivi, the new king of Alabasta..."

Saint Satan's eyes froze. Alabasta actually called at this time.

"Alabasta is deeply angry and disappointed with the actions of the World Government. On behalf of the new Queen of Alabasta, I now formally notify the World Government that Alabasta will give up its status as a member state of the World Government and will be separated from the World Government's rule from now on."

"Also, Alabasta reserves all rights to hold the World Government accountable for the death of King Cobra!"

Peter answered the phone hesitantly.

"I am Alice, the King of the Vera Kingdom!"

"The Kingdom of Vala is deeply disappointed with the World Government's behavior during the World Conference, and has decided to notify the World Government that it will give up its membership status!"

Mazisheng’s face turned livid.

"I am King Hater of the Star Kingdom. All citizens of the Star Kingdom have unanimously decided to withdraw from the World Government!"

Saint Vochuli frowned.

"I am Riku Dold, the King of Dressrosa. Dressrosa has decided to withdraw from the World Government!"

Nasu Shoulangsheng's eyes were wide open, staring at the Den Den Mushi in front of him.

Inside, the voice of King Neptune of the Ryugu Kingdom was heard - "Wantingly killing the monarchs of member states and concealing the truth of the world... I once had hope for the World Government... But the facts prove that you are not worthy of being the leader of the world. I regret the decision made by Fishman Island two hundred years ago, and I have decided to correct the mistakes myself!"

"The Dragon Palace Kingdom has decided to withdraw from the ranks of member countries!"

After saying this, the five kings hung up the phone without giving the Five Elders a chance to speak.

And when the Five Elder Stars continued to answer other Den Den Mushi calls, the situation did not improve at all.

"Good evening, my five lords..." Profique's voice sounded particularly harsh. "King Cobra is my friend. I am also very disappointed with what you have done."

"You're not going to say something stupid like 'quit', are you?" The Five Elders sneered, "Don't forget, you're just a wanted criminal!"

"I am aware of my own 'identity'. I just want to inform the five adults of a piece of news - Dawn is going to declare war on the World Government!"

"Also, I'm sure the five adults will like this gift very much!"

Click!

There was the sound of a shell shattering, and then there was silence in the receiver.

Profek hung up the Den Den Mushi with a look of regret - "Really, the Five Elders are a little too fragile..."