Chapter 321

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When the CCG dispatched Shinohara Yukinori and Amon Koutarou to recruit Abel, they never anticipated the smooth progress of the mission. So much so that when the two returned to headquarters with documents signed by Abel, many felt an overwhelming sense of joy that seemed almost surreal. But after repeated confirmations, the Special Countermeasures Unit for the eradication of District 11 was quickly established!

From now on, the CCG's 'Reaper' would have one more member, and an even stronger one than Arima Kishou – the 'Black Reaper'!

With such a powerful figure overseeing operations, would the clean-up of District 11 not be easily achieved?

Due to Shinohara Yukinori and Arima Kishou both being injured and under treatment, CCG headquarters had also dispatched Kuroiwa Iwao, Marude Issa, and Suzuya Juuzou to join the Special Countermeasures Unit in District 11.

The former two are special class investigators with solid capabilities and vast experience, while the latter is a ghoul investigator prodigy nurtured by the CCG. It is only a matter of time before Suzuya gains the special class title, although he is still considered a novice.

Suzuya was part of Arima Kishou's internship mission named "Whack-a-mole" in District 24, showing the CCG's high regard for this operation and seemingly a conscious display of CCG's might.

After all, even Arima Kishou has been defeated, so they had to show their hand, or they would be looked down upon.

Meanwhile, the unaware Aogiri Tree continues to execute their original plan in District 11, hunting down the ghoul investigators. Among them, 'Jason' Yamori has capriciously kidnapped Kaneki Ken, taking him as an intriguing toy.

This unfortunate child, due to his unique nature, is like a firefly in the night sky, always attracting all kinds of strange individuals.

"This is the address of Aogiri Tree's base in District 11. Now we're even."

"Don't let me see you again."

"Don't worry, wherever you are, I'll make sure to steer clear."

Yamori raised his hands in surrender, and seeing that Abel had no intention to attack, began to step back and leave. His words were sincere. A human monster who defeated Arima Kishou was someone to be avoided unless one's head had been repeatedly caught in a steel door.

And how could Yamori be so accurate with his information? Aside from the fact that Hogi Chie regularly provided him with intelligence, the Yamori family boasted broad connections in politics and finance with a vast network of power.

As a legitimate heir of Yamori family lineage, it was incredibly easy for Yamori to use his family resources for investigation.

After sending Yamori away, Abel directly informed the CCG headquarters of the address.

He was confident in taking on the Aogiri Tree, but it could be problematic if they were determined to flee.

Moreover, to avoid involving innocent civilians, only the CCG could manage the necessary blockades and evacuations.

Due to the urgency, it wasn't until nightfall that the CCG personnel surrounded Aogiri Tree's base in District 11 and completed the evacuation.

Armed to the teeth and with their guns pointed outwards, an aura of austere killing intent quickly spread.

The Aogiri Tree members inside the building were astounded.

Their plan had only just begun, so how had they been surrounded by CCG agents so suddenly?

Could there be a traitor among them?

Upon reflection, it seemed unlikely.

But with things having progressed to this stage, they had no other choice.

Meanwhile, Touka Kirishima and others awaited at a distance for the best opportunity to enter the fray and rescue Kaneki Ken.

"Special Class Abel, the Special Countermeasures Unit for District 11 has fully arrived. Please instruct us on how to proceed with the engagement."

"Eh? Are you the one who defeated Arima and the others?" 

By the side, Suzuya, who was dressed somewhat like a girl, curiously jumped out and asked.

He was quickly grabbed by Marude, who urgently told him not to speak carelessly.

At this moment, Abel said, "I'll leave the command to you, as I will be acting alone."

"Yes, I understand."

To be honest, Marude was actually afraid the other party would give random commands.

After all, personal strength and leading others in battle are two different things.

But this was the first battle since the other party had agreed to join the CCG, and even the superiors did not have much to say.

Thus, Marude, who took over the command, immediately issued an attack order.

A large number of flares were swiftly launched into the sky, and an intense exchange of fire ensued instantly.

That's right, those expendable ghouls inside the building also held guns sourced from who knows where and kept firing non-stop.

Abel frowned and walked out directly.

"Special Class Abel."

Before the words finished, Abel had already swung his sword.

The powerful flying slash ripped through the night sky and in a blink of an eye, it severed part of the building, killing countless expendable ghouls, silencing the enemy fire immediately.

Meanwhile, the human side's morale skyrocketed, with looks of admiration towards Abel's retreating figure!

"Charge, all-out attack!"

Marude shouted timely, following Abel's lead and storming into the building.

Abel ignored the others, using his Observation Haki to quickly lock onto several strong presences inside the building.

But he wasn't far when he was stopped by two individuals wearing white masks and purple cloaks.

One mask had a red "P" and the other a red "X".

They were two executives from the Aogiri Tree organization, the Bin brothers, both S-ranked ghouls and highly coordinated in their attacks.

Unfortunately for them, they chose the wrong opponent.

Their attacks all went through Abel's afterimage left in the original spot.

"Full of openings."

Abel, who mysteriously appeared behind the brothers, swung his sword expressionlessly.

The two brothers were cut in half at the waist.

The Bin brothers, dead!

"Next, it's your turn."

This time Abel picked the closest presence to him, crouched slightly, and with a powerful stomp, he shattered the floor of the third level and came upon another individual wearing a white mask with a mouth drawn on it.

In Abel's Observation Haki sense, this one's presence was the second strongest.

Without any further ado, Abel launched with his first stance, Shadow Attack, and decapitated the foe with a single slash.

However, unlike the deceased brothers, this ghoul, Noro, possessed an extraordinary regenerative ability, easily recovering even after being decapitated.

Then, Noro launched a ferocious counterattack against Abel, extremely fierce and brutal!

Even Abel couldn't help but show a hint of surprise, then dodged the attack and in the instant their figures crossed paths, unleashed another slash!

Dark Breathing, Second Form: Dark Cutting!

Noro turned around and tried to pounce, but the next moment, the power of darkness that spread within him rapidly condensed into 12 black blades that exploded outward from his body.

He was sliced into more than a dozen pieces, scattered all over the ground!