[TL/N: New Book -
Anime Group Chat in a Doomsday World!]
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It was a sleepless night for many.
Kaneki's confession had planted seeds of doubt and curiosity in the minds of the investigators, keeping them awake, their thoughts restless.
Could ghouls truly stop eating humans?
And if such a transformation were possible, could they still be called ghouls at all?
For the first time, the investigators, whose lives had been devoted to eradicating ghouls, found themselves questioning the very foundation of their mission.
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The next day.
An emergency meeting was convened in secret at the CCG.
Only the highest-ranking investigators—Special Class Investigators—were in attendance.
The situation was too delicate, too significant, for Marude Itsuki to report it directly to his superiors.
He had long harbored distrust for those who occupied lofty political positions, believing that their agendas often complicated matters unnecessarily.
From Marude's perspective, the true architects of the CCG's fate were the investigators fighting on the front lines.
Thus, when he made his report, he deliberately withheld Kaneki's statements, informing his superiors only that the One-Eyed Owl was suspected of being defeated.
Meanwhile, he personally shared Kaneki's words with the Special Class Investigators.
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While the investigators wrestled with these revelations, unable to sleep…
Kaneki and his companions rested soundly.
Even Ayato, despite his rebellious nature, seemed to settle into a reluctant camaraderie with his sister, Touka.
As for Eto and her estranged father, the manager of Anteiku, no heartwarming reunion occurred. Eto's resentment toward the man who had brought her into this world only to abandon her left their relationship as cold and distant as ever.
In some ways, this detached coexistence was the best outcome for both of them.
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At 10 a.m., the group gathered once more in the café, their eyes fixed on Kaneki with anticipation.
Kaneki himself appeared equally eager, his expression betraying his excitement.
Moments earlier, he had pressed the [Apply for Transaction] button on his Rotom phone.
Now, all that remained was to wait for Enel to arrive and convert the spoils of the previous day's battles into points.
This, after all, was why Kaneki had dared to confront the CCG so boldly the day before.
Deep down, Kaneki held little faith in the CCG, despite its ostensible mission of protecting humanity.
In his eyes, the CCG's ultimate goal was the complete eradication of ghouls.
Politics, prejudice, and decades of hatred made it nearly impossible for the CCG to accept the existence of beings like Kaneki's group, even if they claimed to hail from another dimension.
But Kaneki wasn't worried.
He believed that after completing this transaction, he would gain a power so immense it would serve as the foundation for his ambitions—a power that would help him reshape the world.
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Before long, Enel materialized in front of Kaneki in a burst of lightning, having received the transaction request.
As Enel's strength recovered, his speed and range of movement had increased dramatically. Soon, Enel's observational abilities would be vast enough to encompass all of Tokyo.
Even Eto, who had been insistent on meeting the so-called dimensional merchant, found herself stunned into silence by Enel's sudden, electrifying arrival.
Kaneki, however, greeted him with a calm familiarity born of prior transactions. With little fanfare, he handed over all the ghoul kagune harvested during their battles.
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According to statistics gathered by Renji and Shuu, the previous day's haul included:
- Two S-rated kagune
- Seven or eight A-rated kagune
- Around twenty to thirty B-rated kagune
- Numerous lower-tier kagune rated C or below
The varying quality of kagune reflected the inherent disparities among ghouls. Some ghouls, no matter how voracious their appetite, never rose above a B rating. Others, like Touka, who only consumed what was necessary for survival, possessed S-level strength through sheer talent.
Talent, it seemed, was everything in the world of ghouls.
With a simple thought from Kaneki, all the kagune transformed into raw, mysterious energy and disappeared.
Moments later, Kaneki's Rotom phone displayed an updated points balance:
[Points Balance: 150,000]
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"150,000!?"
Kaneki, usually composed, couldn't suppress a cry of disbelief.
Clutching his phone tightly, his hands trembled as he stared at the number on the screen, checking it repeatedly as though afraid it might vanish.
Finally, a bright, triumphant smile broke across his face.
His eyes sparkled with excitement.
"Amazing! This is amazing!"
He repeated his approval two times, his confidence surging.
Any doubts he had harbored about achieving his goals evaporated in an instant.
In just a few days, his points balance had soared past 200,000.
Considering the immense power granted by the mere 20,000 points he had used previously, Kaneki could hardly fathom the strength he could now bring to his organization with 150,000 points.
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Without hesitation, Kaneki began planning his next move.
After a brief exchange with Enel, he spent the entire 150,000 points in one go!
First of all, Kaneki used 20,000 points to grant the core combatants of the different dimension two crucial abilities: Observation Haki and Moon Step.
The need for these skills was evident from the battle between Blacephalon and Eto.
While Eto possessed greater raw strength—two levels higher than Blacephalon—her low mental resilience left her vulnerable to Blacephalon's ability.
Observation Haki, in particular, enhances mental acuity and provides the ability to predict an opponent's movements, making it invaluable in fast-paced battles typical of ghouls.
Meanwhile, Moon Step addressed the shortcomings of members lacking aerial combat capabilities.
For example, in the fight between the Mother of Chaos and the One-Eyed Owl, the Mother of Chaos was unable to pursue her opponent due to her inability to fly.
Of course, while 20,000 points seemed like a significant investment, when distributed across the group, the gains were modest.
Kaneki's decision to grant these abilities wasn't meant to bestow mastery but to open a door for his team. How far each member could advance would depend on their personal dedication and practice.
But Kaneki wasn't concerned.
The combatants of the different dimension were among the most gifted individuals in the world. With proper training, they would soon refine these skills into formidable assets.
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Next, Kaneki spent 30,000 points to unlock MEGA Evolution, Gigantamax, and Z-Moves for Blacephalon and Guzzlord.
This upgrade not only enhanced their raw power but also solidified their distinct fighting styles.
After the intense battle the night before, Blacephalon had reached Level 46, while Guzzlord, having absorbed sufficient "nutrients," had ascended to Level 52.
In the world of pirates, Level 52 might only signify the ability to establish oneself in the seas.
But in the world of ghouls, this was enough to be classified as SSS level—the strongest tier.
With the addition of bond evolution and MEGA Evolution, Guzzlord could unleash power equivalent to Level 70 in short bursts.
In this world, such power was akin to that of a deity.
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Kaneki, however, was not blinded by his newfound strength.
He reserved the remaining 100,000 points for a specific purpose: acquiring Life Essence—a resource capable of advancing the evolution of ghouls.
This decision was strategic. By nightfall, Enji and Irimi would return with their former ghoul subordinates.
With the Life Essence, Kaneki planned to elevate all these ghouls into advanced forms, cementing their role in the Different Dimension.
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After completing the transaction, the [Different Dimension] experienced a dramatic transformation. Both its manpower and upper-tier strength underwent a qualitative leap.
Once Kaneki bid farewell to Enel, the entire organization mobilized.
Given the fallout from the previous day's battle, Area 20 was no longer a viable location for their operations.
Moreover, the small café that had served as their base had become insufficient for their growing numbers.
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In the following days, Tokyo fell eerily quiet.
The Aogiri Tree, a prominent ghoul organization, had been ransacked overnight, leaving ghouls across the city trembling in fear.
When the CCG arrived to investigate, they found only ruins and human-sized craters.
Though the bloodstains had been meticulously cleaned, the devastation left behind sent a chilling message.
The ghoul community became exceptionally cautious, going to great lengths to avoid drawing attention during this volatile time.
Meanwhile, the instigator of this chaos—the [Different Dimension]—entered its busiest phase since its creation.
With the return of Enji Koma and Kaya Irimi, their former ghoul subordinates also rejoined the fold.
Unaware of the full scope of Kaneki's plans, these ghouls assumed they had been summoned to prepare for a decisive battle.
Instead, to their surprise, Kaneki tasked them with building a new base.
Though their numbers were modest, the subordinates, all Class C ghouls, possessed superhuman strength. Their abilities turned them into an efficient construction team, capable of feats akin to industrial machinery.
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Kaneki, however, was no tyrannical leader.
He immediately distributed the Life Essence among the ghouls, accelerating their evolution.
In addition, he shared the ultimate vision of the [Different Dimension] with them, extending an invitation for their relatives and descendants to join the organization and undergo the same transformative process.
Just like that, in less than a week, Kaneki had used nearly all of the 200 Life Essence reagents he had procured. Only 20 remained.
However, the benefits of increased manpower and greater strength quickly became evident.
With the advanced ghoul troops joining in, the construction of the new base advanced at a rapid pace.
Before long, the base reached a standard suitable for basic human living conditions.
Without delay, Kaneki and the members of [Different Dimension] packed their belongings and moved into the newly built base.
Simultaneously, they identified their next target.
In this twisted world, killing remains the dominant theme.
After all, everything is this world's fault!
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Meanwhile, in the World of Pirates,
Leo reviewed the latest report from Enel regarding developments in the Ghoul World.
"Not bad," Leo mused, nodding with satisfaction.
Though the power system of the Ghoul World was far weaker compared to those of Pirates, Bleach, or Fairy Tail, the world had a unique advantage.
Enel's report revealed that the dimensional transactions carried out in the Ghoul World yielded a significantly higher amount of source power than those in other realms.
The chaotic, twisted nature of the Ghoul World—defined by its ceaseless conflict, murderous enmity, and the life-born constructs of Kagune and Rc cells—had proven immensely fruitful.
In a short period of time, Enel's transaction volume increased by more than 200,000, earning Leo a wealth of points.
Unlike other worlds, every transaction in the Ghoul World came with a bloody price—echoes of tortured souls marking the deals.
"That's just the nature of ghouls," Leo thought. "They may have human forms, but their actions are nothing short of monstrous."
Satisfied with Enel's performance, Leo officially approved the designation of [Ghoul World] under the Transdimensional Chamber of Commerce.
However, Leo's focus quickly shifted. A mere C-grade world like this didn't warrant much of his attention.
After all, he had far greater plans in motion.
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Thanks to the efforts of the dimensional merchants under his guidance, Leo's wealth had reached new heights.
For every 1 million points traded by a dimensional merchant, Leo earned 3 million himself.
Though this cut was slightly lower than direct transactions, the collective efforts of his growing network more than made up for the difference.
As of now, Leo's total points had surpassed 8 million, setting a personal record.
This success reinforced the validity of his chosen path.
His next objective was clear: recruit more dimensional merchants and expand into untapped worlds.
With a wave of his hand, Leo summoned four glowing screens before him.
Each screen displayed a candidate he had been observing for some time: Nami, Robin, Doflamingo, and Crocodile.
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The Pirate World had entered a new era of stability.
The World Government, led by the Five Elders, and the Revolutionary Army, bolstered by defecting navy personnel, had split the world in two. Each faction ruled their respective seas.
On the Grand Line, Pokémon had revolutionized navigation and weather control, eliminating many obstacles and fostering inter-island exchanges. What was once a chaotic and perilous trade route now hinted at routine commerce.
Meanwhile, the New World remained largely unchanged.
The annihilation of Kaido and Big Mom pirate crews in Wano had driven home a harsh truth: the world had changed, and large-scale wars were no longer an option.
Pirates across the seas began consolidating their territories and avoiding unnecessary conflict.
As a result, the entire Pirate World entered an unprecedented period of peace and order.
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For Leo, this stability presented both an opportunity and a challenge.
The Pirate World, once a treasure trove, was now yielding diminishing returns.
Yet, its inhabitants were brimming with potential.
"Even the minor supporting characters in this world," Leo thought, "would be remarkable talents in any other dimension. To leave them stagnant here would be a colossal waste."
In Leo's view, these individuals could serve a higher purpose—venturing into other dimensions to earn points and establish their names.
With this in mind, Leo decided on a bold move:
The recruitment of dimensional merchants would no longer be a quiet affair.
This time, Leo intended to make a statement—one that would reverberate across the Pirate World!
He wanted to rekindle the flames of ambition in this now-docile world.
To stir the seas once more...
And to make this realm boil with excitement again!