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Chapter 256: Mass Production! The Mad Seraph Project!

"Therefore, I propose..."

Mercury's voice was not loud.

However, he presented a solution that shocked everyone present.

"To enhance the original Seraph Project."

"The Seraphim created based on the Seven Warlords of the Sea are at most at the level of a Vice Admiral."

"Their potential is locked by their genes, making them completely unable to resist Chen Ye."

His voice rose.

"Let Vegapunk incorporate the bloodline factors of the former three admirals of the Navy into Project Seraph!"

"Sakazuki! Kuzan! Borsalino!"

Mercury read out the names of the three people one by one.

"The Seraphs that created these three! And using the sealed technology, the technology in Vegapunk's possession, to perfectly replicate their Admiral-level Logia-type Devil Fruit abilities!"

He spread his arms wide, like a madman.

"Gentlemen."

"The constitution of the divine race, Lunaria."

"Borusalino's Light Speed ​​Laser".

"Add to that the three strongest natural powers: magma, ice, and light."

"They have no feelings, no fear, and are absolutely obedient."

"A tireless, immortal force, possessing destructive power comparable to an admiral..."

"Monster Legion!"

The hall was deathly silent.

The other four members of the Five Elders were shocked.

To create "general-level" biological weapons?

This is clearly illogical.

But faced with the immense pressure from "Time and Space Emperor" Chen Ye, they had no choice.

Marcus Mazs, the Environmental War God, raised his head.

The shock faded from his skeletal face, leaving only fanaticism.

"If it could really happen..."

"If we could truly mass-produce these monsters, we'd be able to fight anyone who poses a threat to the World Government, let alone Chen Ye!"

"agree!"

"I second that!"

"Execute immediately!"

No hesitation.

The four spoke in unison.

Fear is the best catalyst.

But a practical problem arises.

Mars, responsible for environmental and financial expenditures, agrees, but at a huge cost.

but!

"Putting technology aside, that old Vegapunk can create anything, no matter how terrifying, as long as the conditions are right."

"But now the problems we face are materials and energy."

The Lunaria race's bloodline factors are extremely rare; cultivating such clones requires astronomical amounts of nutrient solutions and rare genes. The cost would increase exponentially.

He looked at Venus, who was in charge of finances.

"To initiate mass production of the Admiral-class Seraphs, even if it's just three prototypes, the Science Unit's annual budget of 1500 billion Berries will conservatively need to be increased by at least another 1000 billion Berries!"

1000 billion Pelés.

A number that could buy several countries.

The agricultural god, Shepard X. Peter, looked grim.

He's in charge of logistics and knows the current financial situation best.

"1000 billion...that's a huge burden on the World Government's finances. The World Government's spending is already stretched thin."

Jupiter sighed.

"Suddenly allocating so much money will strain other departments. Besides, this only covers the manufacturing cost; it doesn't even include subsequent maintenance..."

"That's enough!"

A sharp shout.

As the God of War, Jaigolusia Satan Saint, defended himself with science, slammed his cane heavily onto the marble floor.

His eyes were filled with murderous intent.

"We are fully aware that this expense is enormous!"

"But Jupiter, you've got one thing wrong. We're not talking about business, not about balancing the bills, we're talking about maintaining our rule!"

He pointed to Chen Ye's bounty on the table.

"To eliminate the Time-Space Emperor and to maintain the Celestial Dragons' supreme throne, let alone a hundred billion, even if we emptied all our funds, this money must be spent! Without control, no amount of money is worthless!"

The atmosphere became tense again.

All eyes were on one person.

Financial God of War, Izambaron V. Nassshuro Sei.

The ultimate arbiter who controls the world government's purse strings.

Venus remained silent.

He just kept wiping the first generation Kitetsu.

"I'll take care of the money."

He spoke.

You don't need to worry about money!

"If the world government doesn't have money, then go and collect it."

"Click."

The sound of the long sword being sheathed was like the sound of a guillotine falling.

"Pass the word down. This year's Heavenly Gold will be doubled."

He paused for a moment.

They seem to think that this number isn't harsh enough.

"No."

"Tenfold increase in taxation!"

"ten times?!"

Even the other four of the Five Elders were astonished.

Tenfold increase? That's not just plundering, that's draining the marrow dry.

"Any objections?"

Jin Xing pushed up her glasses, the lenses reflecting a cold light.

"As long as we can deal with Chen Ye, as long as we can create those monsters, what does it matter if a few civilians from the member states die? Even if half of the member states go bankrupt and starve to death, what does it matter?"

He stood up, walked to the floor-to-ceiling window, and looked down at the world beneath the red earth.

In his eyes, the mortals struggling below were no different from ants.

"The fat of ants exists to be offered to the gods."

Venus's voice echoed in the hall, arrogant and cruel as it should be.

"It is their honor to be able to become the sharp sword for us to kill Chen Ye."

"They should be grateful."

A moment of silence.

"really."

"agree."

I second that.

The other four people coldly echoed their agreement.

The world's suffering is insignificant when it comes to maintaining its own status.

"Then it's settled."

Venus turned around, bringing this cruel decision to a close.

"Immediately send a letter to the World Government to enforce the new Celestial Gold Standard. Anyone who dares to resist, have Akainu send a Buster Call to reason with them. The Navy needs to establish its authority right now."

After making the arrangements, Venus did not sit down.

His gaze fell upon the deepest part of the Hall of Power.

Leading to the flowers, leading to that empty throne.

The originally murderous Venus looked in that direction, his body hunched slightly, and his tone was filled with awe and a slight tremor.

"And...we need to hurry."

"Why?" Jupiter asked instinctively.

Jin Xing lowered her voice, afraid of disturbing something.

"Because, the day that lord... awakens is fast approaching."

This sentence caused the temperature in the hall to drop to freezing.

All five elders looked solemn.

When Chen Ye was mentioned, they felt fear and murderous intent.

When they mention "that great man," all they feel is servility and worship that originates from the depths of their souls.

That is the true king of the world.

It is the shadow on the Void Throne.

Im.

Jin Xing gripped the hilt of the knife tightly, the fervor in her eyes even more intense than before.

"Once that person fully awakens, the Heavenly King can be activated again..."

And this time, let's also take the opportunity to urge Vegapunk on the progress of the Mother Spark research!

"That's when we launch a full-scale counterattack!"

"At that time, both Chen Ye and the D clan will be annihilated in this divine cleansing!"