One Piece: I am Imu-Chapter 280: War, Honor, and the Mysteries of Colorless Haki

"This is a document that has just arrived from the military headquarters. It contains information on advanced directions and specific methods for training Haki." Sengoku said as he passed copies of the document to those present.

"What?!" Garp's reaction was the biggest.

"Could it be that that person..." Kuzan muttered as he looked at the document in his hands thoughtfully. Off to the side, Issho and Bogard exchanged puzzled glances.

"That's right. It should be Lord Imu, who has agreed to your request back then," Sengoku confirmed.

"Bwahaha! Looks like this person has some style. How generous!" Garp laughed, tilting his head back. For the first time, he felt some respect towards this mysterious figure he had never met.

After returning from that meeting with V. Nusjuro, Garp had lost all hope regarding this matter.

After all, even if that person possessed secret methods to reach higher levels in Haki training, how would it be possible for him to share them with them? Even less so considering that he was a Celestial Dragon.

But now it seemed that he was wrong.

The founder of the World Government, who had lived for nearly a millennium, had a perspective and magnanimity that completely exceeded his expectations.

The fact that this person revealed this knowledge to them showed that he was not afraid that anyone could surpass him. It was a display of absolute confidence in his own superiority.

Garp continued reading the document eagerly, clearly eager to memorize all of its contents.

For a moment, silence reigned in the office.

The content of the document was not extensive, but neither was it sparse. Imu had written his thoughts on Haki training in a concise and clear style.

In simple terms, the document explained that the different types of Haki had to be trained until they were at the same level. Then, by creating a mental landscape, they were to be mixed in balanced proportions.

Finally, with a firm will, they were compressed to fuse into what they called Colorless Haki.

The term colorless did not refer to the absence of color in its external appearance, but to the elimination of distinctions between types of Haki, turning it into a pure essence.

However, training all types of Haki to the same level was no easy task.

As mentioned in the document, each person had innate talents that favored one or another type of Haki.

And there was one more crucial detail: It was essential to possess Haoshoku Haki and train it until it matched the levels of the other two.

"I never thought someone could take Haki to such heights," Issho commented, placing the document on the table with a mixture of amazement and respect.

Bogard nodded silently. Although he didn't say anything, his expression showed that he shared the same opinion.

For his part, Kuzan seemed to be in a dilemma.

He had already begun to explore the path of natural energy, and now this new form of training would demand even more dedication. He would have to decide: What to prioritize? What to relegate? Where to focus his efforts first?

Meanwhile, at the Army, Air Force, and Cipher Pol headquarters, higher-ranking figures were also analyzing the thoughts on Haki that Imu had shared.

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World of the Titans, Noah's Ark.

Inside the studio, Stussy softly informed Imu:

"The head of the Ubuyashiki clan has requested that the Ubuyashiki sisters be allowed to return home for a few days to spend the New Year with their family."

Imu raised an eyebrow upon hearing this. It was true, the four Ubuyashiki sisters were still children, and not allowing them to spend the New Year with their parents seemed a bit cruel. After pondering for a few seconds, Imu nodded.

"Then let them stay there until February 10th."

Then, he added: "You can make some arrangements, let them bring some Danger Beasts meat for their family to try, also reward the Ubuyashiki clan with 400 million berries and a dragon egg from the Teigu World."

Stussy, however, maintained his calm tone as he continued, "Lord Imu, according to Cipher Pol's reports, the Ubuyashiki clan and the Pillars of the Demon Slayer Corps have been in frequent contact with Muzan."

"Muzan is not only strengthening his people with his skills, but he also seems to be reestablishing the trade network between the worlds. He has even involved Morgan William, the user of the Fruit of Steam, who placed seventh in the last World Tournament."

Stussy paused for a moment before adding, "They're shipping unique ingredients and materials from Starfish World to Demon Slayer World, where they sell them at exorbitant prices. Then, with the profits, they acquire more resources in Starfish World, build factories, and even look to expand their operations."

Finally, he posed the question: "Should we warn them and stop them?"

Imu was very surprised to hear this. A smuggling business activity between the two worlds formed spontaneously?

But is it really necessary to strictly prohibit such things?

Of course, he understands the principle that it is better to open up than to block.

Imu, unable to make an immediate decision, chose to leave them on hold. He decided to observe the future consequences of those actions and only ordered Stussy to have the Cipher Pol secretly monitor them.

However, there was one thing that could not be postponed.

It was the recognition and awarding of decorations to military officers who distinguished themselves in the recent war.

For weeks, the Propaganda Department had been disseminating the event on a large scale through the World Economic Journal and the Official Channel of the World Government.

Finally, the day arrived.

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Sea Circle Calendar 1502, January 11.

Assembly Hall of the High Command of the Armed Forces.

On the main stage sat the Five Elders.

A short distance away, on the podium of the master of ceremonies, the director of the High Command of the Armed Forces, Gareth Malik, waited patiently for the official start of the ceremony.

At the same time, in the front rows of the audience, the Ministers of the various departments of the Armed Forces, as well as the Admirals, Generals and Candidates for Generals, were waiting patiently.

Also present at the place were the Vice Admirals and Lieutenant Generals of the three armed forces, as well as the military personnel who had demonstrated outstanding performance in battle.

This astonishing lineup of military power represented the pinnacle of the Starfish world's combat power and was the foundation upon which the World Government dared to launch campaigns against other worlds.

At the same time, staff from the Propaganda Department made sure to transmit every detail of the event to the islands and nations of Starfish World.

"Ladies and gentlemen," Gareth Malik announced in a firm voice. "We are beginning the World Government Military High Command Decoration Ceremony. This ceremony is intended to recognize those who have demonstrated exceptional performance in the recent campaign of conquering another world."

He paused, looking at the uniformed crowd in front of him.

"The Second Class Military Merit Medals will then be presented. The winners will receive their medals from the Marshals of the Army, Navy and Air Force."

"The Medal of Military Merit, Second Class, is awarded to junior officers who have demonstrated exceptional courage and made outstanding contributions, whether in military missions during wartime or peacetime, on Starfish World or on Other Worlds."

As he spoke, a large virtual screen appeared floating in the air. It detailed the privileges that the bearers of this medal could enjoy:

30% increase in base salary.

A retirement bonus of 300 million berries.

One month of paid vacation during peacetime each year.

Priority for their children to enter any public school or higher institution affiliated with the World Government, among other benefits.

At that moment, Raymond, Sengoku and Zephyr stood up and under everyone's watchful eyes, they walked onto the stage.

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The recipients of the Second Class Medal of Merit of the Three Armed Forces were the largest group at this award ceremony.

In total, one hundred and twenty-three officers of different ranks received this honor.

With faces flushed with pride, they accepted the shining medals that Marshals Raymond, Sengoku, and Zephyr personally placed upon them.

The process was quite brief, but each soldier had a moment of glory.

At the same time, millions of soldiers were watching the live broadcast of the event. A yearning for the future was awakening in all of them.

They longed for war.

Who wouldn't dream of standing on that stage at least once in their life? To have the honor and prestige in their hands, and even if they retire in the future, to maintain a source of eternal pride.

After awarding the Second Class medals, dozens of brigadier generals and division generals were awarded the First Class Medal of Merit.

Finally, after awarding medals to the various units of the armed forces that performed exceptionally, the three marshals left the stage.

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"Now we will continue with one of the most important points of the ceremony." Gareth Malik turned his gaze towards an imposing figure sitting in the audience.

"We invite Minister Kong to come on stage to award the War Waves Cross Medal to Lieutenant General Douglas Bullet, candidate for General of the Army."

As soon as he finished speaking, Kong stood up and walked onto the stage. Behind him, Bullet stood up with a proud smile on his face.

This caused some, such as Kaido and Crocodile, to grunt and snort in disdain.

"The War Waves Cross Medal is awarded exclusively to senior officers who have demonstrated outstanding skills in commanding large military operations and have successfully accomplished strategic objectives."

"Lieutenant General Douglas Bullet excelled in the conquest campaign against the Teigu World, where he not only eliminated the Imperial Army general, but also secured the complete occupation of the northern snowy region for the world government."

At the same time as Gareth Malik spoke these words, Bullet was receiving the medal.

Immediately afterward, an army soldier dressed in a black uniform and white gloves stepped forward with a tray holding a black cloak.

Gareth Malik continued: "By order of the Supreme Governing Council, Lieutenant General Douglas Bullet is hereby officially appointed General of the Army and awarded the General's Gold Star Medal."

Hearing this, Bullet's smile widened even further, as the auditorium erupted into thunderous applause.

Gareth Malik waited for Bullet to return to his spot and, after glancing at another page of the programme, announced: "We will now proceed to announce the names of the officers promoted to the rank of general. Those mentioned, please come forward to the stage to receive their appointments."

"Navy Admiral Candidate, Issho; Navy Vice Admiral, Momonga; Navy Vice Admiral, Yamakaji."

Gareth Malick continued to recite other names.

"Army General Candidate, Crocodile; Army Lieutenant General, Aramaki; Army Lieutenant General, Charlotte Cracker; Army Lieutenant General, Jozu; Army Lieutenant General, Onigumo."

"Air Force Lieutenant General King."

"Next, Saint Ethanbaron V. Nusjuro will proceed to personally bestow the rank of Marshal and the Marshal's Gold Star Medal upon Minister of the General Command, Kong; Minister of the General Staff, Tsuru; Minister of Military Affairs and Marshal of the Air Force, Zephyr; Marshal of the Navy, Sengoku; and Marshal of the Army, Raymond."

As soon as he finished speaking, all eyes focused on the figure of V. Nusjuro.

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This leader, who controlled the highest military power of the World Government, calmly walked onto the stage. In front of everyone's attention, he prepared to place the medals on the chests of the five military leaders who were already waiting in a line.

With each insignia he placed, Nusjuro would say quietly, "The one you must thank is Lord Imu. It is to him that you owe your loyalty. Remember this."

These words caused expressions of unease to appear in Sengoku and the others. For a long time, they had believed that their loyalty belonged to the World Government as an institution. However, now, they were being asked to swear allegiance to an individual figure with an unquestionable position.

This contradicted the anti-dictatorship spirit that the World Government had upheld for so long. However, everyone knew that the recent achievements and changes of the World Government were, without a doubt, thanks to the mysterious Lord Imu.

Ultimately, all five chose to remain silent and accept the new reality.

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