Tokyo Ghoul: Starting with the Twin Kamui

"Indeed, they are very strong. We barely managed to protect the 2nd Division."

Uchiha Byakuya echoed Yoshimura Eto's words.

"However... we have some clues about the whereabouts of the 'One-Eyed Owl'. Once we confirm its location, we can launch a campaign to drive it away."

This is what Uchiha Byakuya deliberately said to Yoshimura Eto.

"Oh, it's better to get rid of such a dangerous guy as soon as possible."

While Yoshimura Aido outwardly applauded, he couldn't help but feel somewhat worried inside.

Although her father's escapist and cowardly attitude disappointed her, he was still her father after all, and a child doesn't need any reason to worry about her father.

In particular, her father's impersonation of her to attract the attention of the CCG and the "V" organization has somewhat lessened and shaken her original hatred for him.

Even if CCG is not as good as the "V" organization, whose members are all at the level of Special Class Investigators, it is still stronger than Yoshimura Eto originally imagined. In addition, the lolicon investigator in front of him is also quite capable.

If her father is found by the CCG, it would mean he would have to bear the consequences of everything she did.

Although Yoshimura Eto controlled his facial expressions very well, Uchiha Byakuya still noticed a subtle change deep in his eyes.

Just as he had predicted, Yoshimura Eto still cared about her father's safety.

Then there is still a great chance for the father and daughter to reconcile.

............

Uchiha Byakuya had only been the "cleaner" for two days when Mustard Seed began giving him orders.

"We've located the strongholds of 'One-Eyed Owl' after his two previous attacks on the CCG in District 2 and the capture of the organization led by 'Cooglia' in District 23. You and your commander should go and eliminate them..."

Mustard is still investigating "One-Eyed Owl" because the fact that Gozen's third attack on the CCG not only failed to kill anyone, but also that he did it alone without leading any ghouls, is very puzzling to him.

Finally, he managed to locate the organization's stronghold, which happened to be in District 2 where Bai Ye was located.

This made him even more suspicious that the previous "One-Eyed Owl" was not Gong Shan, because he knew that Gong Shan usually ran that boring coffee shop in District 20.

"OK......"

Uchiha Byakuya replied calmly.

He couldn't help but sigh inwardly, realizing that he had only just taken office as the "cleaner," and his very first task was already proving quite challenging...

The organization that Mustard Seed mentioned is undoubtedly the "Bronze Tree".

In other words, he and Arima Kishou are going to drive out the "Aogiri Tree" led by Yoshimura Eto!

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P.S.: Well, after much consideration, I've decided not to wait until it reaches 130,000 words before adding an extra chapter. It's okay if I lose money; the main thing is that I feel two chapters a day aren't enough for everyone's enjoyment. So, I'll start adding chapters normally now! (Currently, my total gift value is 1000, which is equivalent to five chapters. I've already added one, so I still owe four chapters.) (Please shower me with gifts! I want to continue with three chapters a day for the entire month of May!)

Chapter 52: Squad Zero Deploys to Subdue the Aogiri Tree

District 13, Seongcheong High School.

"You've become a 'cleaner'?"

Arima Kishou stood by the railing on the rooftop and asked Uchiha Byakuya.

"Yes, Mr. Mustard asked me to form the 'Zero Squad', and I've already brought you in as the vice-captain. I apologize for not asking for your opinion beforehand."

Uchiha Byakuya said.

"It's alright, even if you ask, I can't refuse."

Arima Kishou said expressionlessly.

The fact that the other party was willing to take his place as the "cleaner" was already a great favor to him.

“Mr. Mustard has already given me instructions. The stronghold of the organization led by ‘One-Eyed Owl’ who attacked CCG has been located, and we are required to expel them.”

Uchiha Byakuya informed Arima Kishou of the mission details.

"Let's go then."

Without saying a word, Arima Kishou immediately prepared to begin the mission.

............

Uchiha Byakuya and Arima Kishou returned to the CCG branch in District 2.

The place was damaged by "Owl" just two days ago and is currently undergoing emergency repairs, but the investigators are still able to come and work normally.

The "Zero Squad" has been officially established within the CCG system. Currently, it consists of only Uchiha Byakuya and Arima Kishou, and operates under the name of the CCG.

Arima Kishou changed into his white combat uniform, while Uchiha Byakuya remained in his black trench coat.

"Branch Chief!"

The investigators from District 2 immediately greeted Uchiha Byakuya with utmost respect upon seeing him.

He is now the youngest branch manager and the youngest prospective Special Class Investigator in the CCG, and his prestige is even higher than that of the Special Class Investigators.

Because almost everyone now believes that it's only a matter of time before the Uchiha clan is promoted from Quasi-Special Grade to Special Grade.

In particular, their strength in severing both arms of the "One-Eyed Owl" and forcing him to retreat impressed them.

Thinking back to the last time the CCG expelled an SSS-class ghoul, it was many years ago when then-Director Tsuneyoshi Washuu personally led the team to capture the "Mother of Chaos".

Therefore, even though Uchiha Byakuya suddenly became the branch leader of the CCG in District 2, no one had any objections.

Uchiha Byakuya immediately nodded to the investigators.

Since the SSS-class Quinque "Owl" is not yet complete, he can only use the A-class Quinques "Moonshadow" and "Wind Spirit," which are almost unusable.

This is another extremely dangerous expedition, and Uchiha Byakuya and Arima Kishou need to each leave a will before they can set off.

Arima Kishou, who was supposed to always submit blank papers, actually wrote something this time.

Although Uchiha Byakuya didn't see what Arima Kishou wrote, he could guess that it was written to Miha Reika, because in the original work, Arima Kishou always handed in blank paper because he really didn't know who to write to.

He also casually wrote a letter, and as for who it was addressed to, well, that's another story...

【To Takatsuki Spring】

And so, the two set off for the stronghold where the "Bronze Tree" was located.

............

Inside a dilapidated, abandoned house.

The ghouls of "Aogiri Tree" have all gathered here, and their "huddling together for warmth" looks rather desolate.

"Aogiri Tree" currently only has a few dozen members. Yoshimura Eto has not yet significantly expanded the organization's scale. At present, the recruits are all relatively strong ghouls, with the lowest rank being A.

Because she didn't have that much money.

"That's strange. Who exactly was that 'One-Eyed Owl' who attacked the CCG last time? Wasn't Aite with us at the time?"

"I don't know, it must be some guy impersonating Eto, but it's amazing how similar his kagune is to Eto's!"

"Do you think it could be a relative of Aite...?"

The guy had barely uttered this guess when he was quietly interrupted by another ghoul next to him.

"Hey! Don't talk nonsense. Aite already said she has no relatives."

The guy immediately shut up, afraid of saying something that might anger Aite.

But he still felt that usually only the kagune of relatives would be so similar, right?

In front of the "Aogiri Tree" members, Yoshimura Eto referred to himself as "Eto" and never mentioned his surname, so as not to reveal his true identity.

Because her father, Yoshimura Gozen, is quite famous in the ghoul world, a fame he earned through sheer fighting.

In human society, because she was a natural half-ghoul who could perfectly disguise herself as a human, she revealed her name before she knew that Uchiha Byakuya was an investigator; otherwise, the publishing agreement could not have been signed.

At this moment, Yoshimura Eto ignored the members' discussions; she was thinking about other things.

That is, the good deeds of the father.

"Oh no! Two 'white doves' have come looking for us!"

Just then, the ghoul who was keeping watch outside suddenly rushed in.

"what?!"

"Why has 'White Dove' come looking for us? Has our base been compromised?"

"Get ready for battle! Don't let those two 'white doves' get back alive!"

The ghouls' expressions immediately turned serious.

Yoshimura Eto immediately put her father's thoughts aside, concealed her appearance with a black cloak, and prepared to fight.

She didn't know why her base had been compromised. After dealing with those two "white doves," she had to quickly lead the other members of "Bronze Tree" to relocate.

If she had known, she would have led the organization to settle in District 24 sooner. The time was wasted dealing with the work of that lolicon investigator, and the encounter with that guy in District 24 also hindered her relocation plan.

Ultimately, it's all that bastard's fault for being a lolicon!

However, the next moment, Uchiha Byakuya and Arima Kishou pushed open the door and entered.

Yoshimura Ete immediately saw the bastard lolicon she had just been mentally berating.

Upon seeing that it was this guy, she was slightly taken aback.