Chapter 551 1 choices
Under the high-pressure attitude of the World Government, a huge coalition with the goal of "eradicating Jinan" was officially established.
The solemn oath-taking ceremony was held in the magnificent palace. Every king had to suppress his dissatisfaction and fear and swear allegiance to the World Government.
The new Five Elders on the podium looked down at them from a high position, their eyes containing both the indifference of someone in control of the overall situation and a hint of disdain.
They knew that among these kings, some did it willingly, while others were under pressure, but in any case, they had the game firmly in their hands.
After the ceremony, the palace gates slowly opened again, signaling that they could leave.
However, the expressions on the kings' faces were mostly gloomy.
"We have to pay the gold from heaven, and now they want us to provide manpower and resources. Do they treat us as ATM machines?"
The king of a remote small country complained in a low voice, his words full of resentment.
"Hush, keep your voice down!" His companions quickly pulled him back and warned him in a low voice, "Have you forgotten what the Five Elders said just now? If you want to die, don't drag us down with you!"
The king's lips moved, but in the end he did not speak again.
The pent-up dissatisfaction in their hearts was like a volcano, but in the palace at this moment, even a spark could lead to destruction.
Unlike these complaining kings, those kings who had good relations with Jinan seemed more restrained.
They realized that after being given special "courtesy" by the World Government, they were invisibly shouldering even heavier pressure.
"That look... is like saying 'We are watching you.'" A little king who has close ties with Jin'an whispered. His palms were already soaked with cold sweat.
"Don't say anything." Another ally lowered his voice and quickly glanced around. "They are just testing us. Don't show any abnormality."
They tried their best to keep a calm expression and pretended nothing had happened as they walked away with the other kings, but every step was like walking on thin ice.
They were well aware that they would be under closer surveillance after this meeting.
Stepping outside the palace, the cool air made the depressed kings breathe a sigh of relief, but their chaotic thoughts did not subside.
"What on earth is the World Government thinking? Is this big move really intended to deal with Jin An?"
"The coalition was established, but in the end, weren't we the countries that shed blood and made sacrifices?"
"How terrible is Jin'an that the World Government is mobilizing so many troops?"
Faintly, a few voices expressed admiration and even longing when discussing Jinan, but they were quickly interrupted by the uneasy gazes of others and fell silent.
The few kings who had kept their distance from the large group of kings and had good relations with Jinan took advantage of the chaos and quickly approached each other, exchanging brief and secret messages.
"What should we do? The World Government has become suspicious."
"There's nothing I can do. I can only play dumb and never let them find any evidence."
"What about Jin'an? We have to find a way to pass the message over."
"Don't worry, Jinan has more solutions than we thought."
One of them whispered, with a bit of determination in his eyes,
"He can give us hope, so he won't fall easily. We just need to hold our ground and wait for the opportunity."
Although they spoke cautiously, everyone understood that beneath the calm sky before them, a storm was quietly brewing.
And they have reached a crossroads where there is no turning back.
At the same time, deep in the palace, the new Five Elders stood on a high platform, watching the kings leave through the tall windows.
They looked at each other, a sneer on their lips.
"Those kings who have close ties with Jin'an are really impatient."
"It doesn't matter. Their every move is under our control. The more they struggle, the more exposed they are."
"Let them jump around for a while. Once Jin An dies, none of these vassals will be able to escape."
Outside the window, the sun is shining and the wind is gentle.
But everyone knows that beneath this calm sky, a huge storm is about to hit.
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The sky over Elbaf was clear blue, and the cool breeze mixed with the scent of mountain grass and trees filled the air.
In this ancient giant territory, the smoke of war has gradually dissipated, and a rare tranquility has returned.
However, this tranquility was broken by an unexpected figure on this day.
A blond man wearing a bamboo hat set foot on the land of Elbaf.
His steps were slow and steady, and every step seemed like a conversation with the earth.
The sunlight filtered through the edge of his hat, reflecting his slightly drooping golden hair. His face was hidden in the shadows, making it difficult to see his expression.
But his innate calmness made the giants around him feel an inexplicable pressure.
"Stop! No outsiders are allowed in Elbaf!"
The two giant guards shouted loudly, the giant axes in their hands flashed coldly in the sunlight, and the sharp blades pointed directly at the man.
However, the man seemed not to have heard it and continued to move forward slowly.
His steps were without any hesitation, yet without any hostility. They were like a silent wind, casual yet unstoppable.
The guards felt a little uneasy. This uneasiness came from that invisible aura, which was even more depressing than when they faced a strong enemy.
They looked at each other involuntarily and gripped the giant axes tighter in their hands, but did not take the initiative to attack.
At this time, Jin'an, who was recuperating in the Elbaf Giant Palace, also keenly sensed a strange and powerful aura.
He raised his head, his eyes penetrating the thick wall and looking into the distance.
"An interesting guest." Jin An's mouth corners slightly raised, but his eyes were more scrutinizing.
He motioned to Whitebeard and Loki beside him, stood up and put on his coat, "I'll go take a look."
Whitebeard leaned back in his chair and grinned, "Gulala, who is this fearless guy coming to our door again?"
Loki frowned slightly. "Elbaf has just experienced war, but it can still attract such a visitor... This person is not simple."
Jinan walked out of the palace and saw the blond man at the foot of a huge rocky mountain in the distance.
He has a slender figure and a cold temperament. Even standing on the majestic land of the giants, he does not look small. Instead, he is like a sword with restrained edge that cannot be ignored.
"Jin'an." The man's voice was calm, but it carried a power that penetrated people's hearts.
He raised his head slightly, and his eyes looked straight at Jin'an from under the shadow of his hat, with a look of scrutiny that was both familiar and unfamiliar.
Jin An stopped, his face still as calm as usual, "Who are you?"
The man slowly took off his hat, revealing a handsome but slightly tired face.
His blond hair looked like burning flames in the sunlight, and his eyes were deep and sharp, as if containing countless secrets.
The corners of his mouth slightly raised, revealing a meaningful smile, "This is a very straightforward question, Jin An. However, you may want to know more about why I am here."
Jin'an's eyes narrowed slightly. Although the other party's aura did not show obvious hostility, his intuition told him that this person was not simple.
The air around them seemed to stagnate as the man spoke. The giant guards in the distance subconsciously took a step back, fearing that they would be caught up in this unknown storm.
But Jin An did not show any panic. He just put his hand lightly on the hilt of the knife at his waist, staring straight at the man with eyes as sharp as swords.
"Then, just tell me straight." Jin An's tone was calm, but it contained a hint of pressure that could not be ignored. "Why did you come?"
The man smiled gently. He looked at the magnificent Giant Palace in the distance, then looked at the man in front of him who was feared but respected by countless people, and said in a meaningful tone:
"I'm here to offer you a choice."
His voice echoed in the wind like a sudden thunderclap, shaking the hearts of everyone present.
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