The world government's forces had achieved their objective—the capture of Arjun's technology. His inventions, once symbols of progress and hope, were now in the hands of the enigmatic scientist Vegapunk. The government was determined to harness and control the power that Arjun's innovations represented.
However, the one thing that continued to elude them was the "Innovator's Hope." Despite their exhaustive efforts, they had been unable to locate the transformed ship-island. The world government had a sense that Arjun's trajectory had led him to a new destination, but the details remained elusive.
Intrigued by the emergence of an unknown island and suspecting a connection to Arjun's activities, the world government established a research camp on its shores. Scientists and agents began to investigate the island's secrets, determined to uncover any hidden technology or knowledge that may have been left behind.
Meanwhile, Arjun found himself in a state of suspended consciousness. When he finally opened his eyes, he was met with darkness all around him. It took a moment for his senses to fully return, and he realized that he was not alone.
Before him stood a colossal figure—a giant of immense proportions. The giant girl peered down at him with curiosity and caution, her eyes widening as she observed his movements.
"Um, who are you?" she asked in a voice that rumbled like distant thunder.
The giant's name was Shirahoshi, and her presence signaled a new and unexpected chapter in Arjun's journey. The yellow silhouette he had glimpsed in his moments of fading consciousness had been Queen Otohime, and it appeared that the inhabitants of this mysterious realm were unlike any he had encountered before. The chapter ended with Arjun's introduction to this enigmatic world and its colossal inhabitants.