Tokyo Ghoul: Starting with the Twin Kamui

Although the store manager lost two arms, they can regenerate after a period of time.

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After the operation, the support team returned to the CCG headquarters in Zone 1 to receive commendation.

Because Uchiha Byakuya had made the greatest contribution, he was recognized as a "person of special merit" and was promoted to a quasi-Special Class Investigator.

He was appointed as the branch manager of the CCG branch in District 2, and had the authority to command the investigation in District 2.

As for the other investigators in the support team, although they didn't have any merit, they at least dared to take action and received some kind of reward, such as bonuses.

Apart from Uchiha Byakuya, no one else received the reward of a promotion.

Meanwhile, Uchiha Byakuya was summoned by CCG Chairman Wataru Tsuneyoshi.

Inside a magnificent building that resembled a palace, Uchiha Byakuya met Washu Tsuneyoshi.

He was an elderly man with white hair and a dignified face, sitting in a seat that resembled a throne.

However, Uchiha Byakuya knew very well that this old man named Washuu Tsuneyoshi was not just the CCG's chairman, but also a figure equivalent to the leader of the Washuu clan.

Moreover, his strength is extraordinary. He personally defeated and captured the SSS-rank "Mother of Chaos" Hoshiroma, and had already imprisoned her in the ghoul containment facility "Cokria" in the 23rd ward.

“Uchiha Byakuya, I remember you were also a child of the White Day Garden. Mustard once mentioned you to me.”

"Washi Tsunekichi said in a serious tone.

"Yes."

Uchiha Byakuya nodded respectfully.

Washu Tsunekichi continued, "With your abilities, you already qualify for the position of Special Class Investigator. The position of Associate Special Class Investigator is just a transitional step. After participating in another combat operation, you will be able to be promoted to Special Class Investigator."

"..."

Uchiha Byakuya simply nodded without saying a word.

"After that, go back to Bai Ri Ting. Jie Zi has something to discuss with you there."

This concludes the conversation between Washuu Tsuneyoshi and Uchiha Byakuya.

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

Following orders from Speaker Washuu Tsuneyoshi, Uchiha Byakuya went to the White Day Garden.

If Mustard Seed wants to talk to him, it will most likely be about something related to the "cleaner," which suits his purposes perfectly.

The White Day Garden is located in District 1, but its exact location is very hidden and no outsiders know about it. This place is commonly known as the "isolation zone" of the Washuu family, which is used to isolate those half-human children.

Uchiha Byakuya, being from the White Day Court, naturally knew where it was, and he quickly arrived at this almost secluded paradise.

"Mr. Uchiha, please come with us."

Uchiha Byakuya was greeted by some stewards and servants from the White Day Court, who were responsible for taking him to the mustard seed.

Since there are many young half-human children in the White Day Garden, while older children like Uchiha Byakuya and Arima Kishou have either joined the V organization or the CCG, so many children naturally need butlers and servants to take care of them.

On the way to where the mustard seed was, Uchiha Byakuya could see some children dressed in pure white clothes playing and frolicking on the lawn and among the flowers.

Without exception, these children are all mixed-race, half-human.

Soon, Uchiha Byakuya met with Mustard Seed, and the stewards and servants all withdrew on their own.

"Mr. Mustard Seed".

Uchiha Byakuya greeted him calmly.

"Bai Ye, your parents were killed by our 'V' organization. You must hate us a lot, right?"

Mustard Seed's first words were these questions.

"Indeed, I should hate the organization, but I have no choice but to serve 'He Xiu'."

Uchiha Byakuya answered without changing his expression.

CCG, White Day Court, and the "V" organization all belong to the Washuu clan. The "Washuu" mentioned by Uchiha Byakuya is a collective term for these three organizations.

"He is quite clear about his situation."

Mustard Seed seemed satisfied with Uchiha Byakuya's reply. "Don't worry, as long as you don't become a traitor, we will give you the best treatment. So... you will be the next 'cleaner'."

His tone implied that he had left Uchiha Byakuya no choice but to accept, otherwise it would be disloyalty to "Washu".

However, Uchiha Byakuya had no intention of refusing at all.

Without hesitation, he accepted, "Okay."

"Although you were originally my most promising apprentice, you don't seem very enthusiastic. You're still only a second-class investigator, so it's inconvenient to direct your actions."

At this moment, Mustard Seed seemed to start complaining to itself.

Although the CCG and the "V" organization both belong to the Washuu family, they are openly unrelated organizations.

Even those outside the half-humans from the White Day Court and the Washu family, no one in the CCG knew about the existence of the "V" organization, including the Special Investigators.

For certain special reasons, the existence of the "V" organization cannot be known to the CCG. Therefore, the actions of Arima Kishou must be based on Arima Kishou having a certain level of investigator rank, and cannot appear to be too special a "connected person".

As for why the former "cleaner" Yoshimura was able to be ordered around at will, it's because he was a ghoul and couldn't join the CCG, nor did he need to. Unlike Arima Kishou, who was a half-human without a kagune, he ultimately needed quinques provided by the CCG to "clean up" powerful enemies. Even the lowest-grade quinques were vastly different from ordinary weapons.

Uchiha Byakuya, who has now been promoted to Associate Special Investigator, meets Mustard Seed's requirements.

"..."

Listening to Mustard's complaints, Uchiha Byakuya remained silent.

"Speaking of which, the guy who invaded CCG in Zone 2 today was Gong Shan, right? He's your 'senior,' you know. If you can make him retreat, you're the most suitable candidate to be the next 'cleaner.'"

At this moment, Mustard Seed suddenly asked sharply, "Bai Ye, when you fought him, did you notice any differences between him and the 'One-Eyed Owl' that appeared before?"

Chapter 50 Becoming a Cleaner, Forming the Zero Squad

Just after the CCG defense battle in Zone 2 ended, when "One-Eyed Owl" was defeated, Mustard personally followed "One-Eyed Owl".

When the "One-Eyed Owl" first appeared, he had a strong sense of familiarity, as it looked very similar to the appearance of the kagune of the sage.

His first thought was that "One-Eyed Owl" might be Gong Shan or Gong Shan's child with that human woman.

If it were a matter of good deeds, he wouldn't care; he didn't care about the lives or deaths of the CCG investigators at all.

But if it's Gong Shan's child with that woman... that would be a serious matter!

There are only two possibilities for a human-ghoul hybrid: half-human and half-ghoul. And the only one who can possess a kagune and transform into a ghoul is a half-ghoul.

The Washuu family coveted being born half-ghouls. In reality, the half-human children of the White Day Garden were all "failures." The Washuu family's true purpose was to create born half-ghouls, and they just incidentally supplied these "failures" to the CCG and the "V" organization to replenish their strength.

However, since the children of Gongshan are not members of the Washu family, they will become the biggest threat to the Washu family!

To find out who the "One-Eyed Owl" really was, Mustard followed him until he stopped.

In fact, Yoshimura Kōzen had already discovered that Mustard Seed was following him, so he deliberately stopped in this deserted place and transformed back into human form.

"Gong Shan... it was you."

Upon seeing Yoshimura Kōzen's figure, Mustard breathed a slight sigh of relief, because if it were Kōzen's child, it would be a huge problem.

"It's been a long time since I've seen Mustard Seed."

At this moment, Yoshimura Kozen's face was devoid of its usual kind smile, only showing indifference.

"Don't be so cold, Gongshan. Our organization hasn't made things difficult for you anymore, has it? You can attack the CCG however you want, just don't say things you shouldn't."

Mustard seed chatted as if meeting an old friend.

"We've had enough of catching up, it's time for me to go back."

Yoshimura Kōzen clearly didn't want to waste time with Mustard.

"Okay, then let's catch up properly when you have time."

After saying this somewhat sarcastic remark, Mustard Seed left.

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

Mustard had already confirmed that "One-Eyed Owl" was Yoshimura Kozen, but after receiving detailed battle reports from the CCG in District 2, some doubts arose in him.

The previous "One-Eyed Owl" was ruthless, killing any investigator he encountered, but today's "One-Eyed Owl" was unusually ruthless, killing no one.

The contrast is too obvious.

Furthermore, Mustard Seed was well aware that a Kakuja could change their form after becoming a Kakuja.

Therefore, it cannot be completely confirmed that the "one-eyed owl" that appeared several times before was also Yoshimura Kozen.

Uchiha Byakuya not only fought against this time's Gongshan, but also against the previous "One-Eyed Owl," so Mustard Seeds will see if they can get anything out of Uchiha Byakuya.

"No."

Uchiha Byakuya immediately shook his head and said, "The 'One-Eyed Owl' who attacked District 2 this time is no different from the 'One-Eyed Owl' I fought in District 24 before."

He certainly wouldn't betray Yoshimura Kōzen and Yoshimura Eto, so his tone was completely unwavering and didn't sound like he was lying at all.

"I see."

Although he still had doubts, he had no evidence and could only put the matter aside for the time being.

"Then I'll leave the 'cleaning up' job to you, and you can also form a 'Zero Squad' as you see fit. You can choose the rest of the members of the 'Zero Squad' yourself, and try to select half-humans from the White Day Garden."