He Still Has to Thank Me! Uta Boards the Ship! The Sing-Sing Fruit

Ian was slightly taken aback.

Then I couldn't help but burst out laughing.

Golden flames instantly enveloped his body, and the next second Ian had entered Beastman Mode.

The surge of power caused Red-Haired' expression to change slightly, and he was sent flying by a single sword strike.

With a flap of his golden wings, Ian streaked across the back of Shanks like a golden meteor, catching up with him as Shanks flew backward.

The flaming greatsword crashed down with a deafening roar.

Boom!!

A jet-black Inazuma bolt shot into the sky, piercing the heavens like a black pillar of light.

The ice field below shattered, and the Red-Haired was cleaved into the sea by Ian's sword.

"What exaggerated power!!"

Yasopp felt his mouth was dry.

That's ridiculously strong, Ian!

Captain, are you sure everything will be alright? Have we really messed things up?!

The next moment, the ice field shattered again, and an incomparably magnificent black and red slash surged up from beneath the sea.

Ian slashed the attack with a backhand strike.

Immediately afterwards, a dark shadow shot up from the surging sea, piercing a huge hole in the ocean.

Red-Haired shot into the sky like a missile launched from a submarine, stepping on the air.

Boom!!

The two swords clashed again, like a nuclear bomb exploding in the air. The terrifying clash of their Haki actually created a black sun in the sky.

A violent wind fell from the sky, whipping the clothes of the people on both ships into the air.

"Didn't you just say there was nothing more to say?"

Ian chuckled, exerting force with his arm to knock the Red-Haired down once more.

He casually swung his sword, unleashing streaks of golden flame.

Red-Haired raced across the icy plains, dodging falling slashes as he soared into the sky, colliding with Ian once more in mid-air.

"I was just kidding, don't take it to heart."

Despite the intense confrontation, Red-Haired seemed rather carefree and playful.

While struggling to parry Ian's sword, he said, "Ian, could you help me send Uta back? Back to Elegia?"

Ian opened his mouth and spat out a laser-like pillar of fire, blasting the Red-Haired away.

He himself had already sped out amidst the flames shooting behind him, and once again viciously slashed at the Red-Haired's sword as he hastily defended.

So, what exactly is the reason?

Red-Haired man grimaced as he was cleaved away again.

That's ridiculously strong!

Are the power boosts from Mythical Zoan really that amazing?

He was completely unable to confront Ian head-on; he could only be chased and beaten.

Ian immediately caught up with him again.

As Red-Haired struggled to fight back, he whispered, "I can't say why, but Uta can't follow me anymore!"

"So, is there something special about that girl?"

Ian chuckled. "Really, the more you explain, the more curious I become."

Who can argue with that?

Red-Haired is a real headache.

This was already a pretty good situation.

He bore all the sins.

In exchange, Uta can live a good life.

But things changed completely when Ian got involved.

Ian raised Levantine's Red-Haired sword, and with a backhand punch, smashed the guy into the stomach, turning the arrogant guy into a shrimp with one blow, sending him soaring into the sky like a cannonball.

As they chased after her, Ian said, "But is this really a good thing? To leave a nine-year-old girl to live alone on a deserted island?"

"What about her future? Don't you think this is going a bit too far, Shanks?"

The excruciating pain in her stomach paled in comparison to the heartache that Red-Haired.

Yes, burdened by hatred for herself, living on a deserted island, what will become of Uta in the future?

How should she spend her most vibrant, radiant, and joyful teenage years?

Ian's lips curled into a smile. "In that case, let that girl come with me to Hachinosu Island."

The Red-Haired's eyes suddenly widened.

Ian seized another opening, cleaving the Gryphon in two with his sword, and then followed up with a powerful whip kick to the Red-Haired's ribs.

Blood splattered from the corner of the Red-Haired's mouth, and he was sent flying once again.

Should I Uta to Ian?

Physical pain could not stop Red-Haired from thinking.

He was immediately caught in a dilemma.

Ian is definitely a very dangerous guy.

He is only sixteen years old, but he is already one of the few people standing at the pinnacle of the world.

To be honest, even Red-Haired couldn't figure out what he was up to.

However, one thing is certain about Red-Haired: it won't be long before Ian completely unifies the entire Beasts Pirates.

To Polymerization the power of Wano Country and Hachinosu Island into one.

By then, the Beasts Pirates, which he commands, will be the World's Strongest!

At that point, if he wanted to go any further, the only thing he could do was challenge the World Government.

Entrusting Uta to him was a very dangerous thing to do.

But--

The Red-Haired gave a wry smile.

Now, even if I wanted to refuse, it seems like I couldn't.

This guy became interested in Uta.

Since that's the case.

The Red-Haired lowered his eyebrows and eyes.

Entrusting Uta to him might not be such a bad thing.

Everyone in the New World knows that Ian has many brats under his command, running rampant on Hachinosu Island.

Ace is there.

Putting everything else aside, Ian does seem to really enjoy collecting talented kids and treats them very well.

Even if Ian does something crazy in the future that gets Uta involved, we can just rescue her then.

The Red-Haired sighed softly, then struggled to block Ian's next attack.

Now that things have come to this, it seems there's no other choice.

Captain Roger, I'm really starting to believe in a force called destiny.

Just like how you and I met, my fate brought me together with Uta.

And now, just like you, I too am destined to entrust my child to someone who should be called my enemy.

"Ian, I'll leave it to you then!"

The Red-Haired said seriously.

"I see?"

Ian smiled, quite intrigued. "To have to go to this extent, it seems something truly unfortunate has happened."

"Don't say anything to Uta, Ian!"

The Red-Haired, whose mouth was bleeding from Ian's beating, pleaded earnestly, "I'm begging you!"

Ian nodded slightly. "I certainly wouldn't stoop so low as to trample on a father's resolve."

You said it yourself, Shanks.

I would never break my promise at this moment.

After all, everyone on the high seas knows that my motto is "a promise is a promise."

Shanks breathed a sigh of relief at that moment.

He looked at Ian, who was rushing towards him again, and said earnestly, "Thank you so much, Ian."

Ian almost burst out laughing.

Look, he even thanked me.

"No need."

Ian casually remarked, "Perhaps I should be the one saying thank you?"

Ian's thank you was truly heartfelt.

We should thank Red-Haired for raising little Uta to be such a big girl.

Is this how you express gratitude?

Red-Haired gritted his teeth and responded, only to be cleaved into the sea by Ian's sword once again.

"Since we've already fought, we should at least get a result."

Ian flapped his wings and floated lightly down onto the ice field below, which had been frozen Yamato again by Yamato.

With a gentle flick of his wrist, the Flame Sword in his right hand turned a deep crimson.

"I think we should stop here."

The Red-Haired climbed out of the sea somewhat disheveled, ran a hand through his wet hair, and muttered under his breath.

Who on this vast ocean doesn't know about it now?

Ian's crimson flames were enough to destroy everything.

"This is the final blow, Shanks."

Ian suddenly shattered the ice field and leaped forward like Inazuma, his Crimson Sword leaving a red trail in its wake.

"Heaven and Earth Ash!"

A crimson sword light came rushing towards us.

Red-Haired couldn't help but praise Ian for the name he had chosen for this move.

Just like its name suggests, once struck, everything in the universe can only turn to ashes.

Therefore, it cannot be hit.

The Red-Haired's eyes gleamed with a red light.

His body instantly recoiled.

"Future Sight?"

Ian's lips curled into a smile.

The future he glimpsed had changed.

Because the man in front of you is already preparing for the future.

This guy's Haki style is truly impressive.

Since both sides can Future Sight, let's just rely on speed and reaction time.

The crimson sword light pursued after them like a snake.

The breath of death seemed to have already landed on the Red-Haired's neck.

A strange smile played on the Red-Haired's lips. As he retreated, he raised his Gryphon, and slashed diagonally at Ian's Levantine.

Rub!!

A clear sound,

The two swords crossed paths without causing a dramatic collision.

At the same time, Red-Haired had already distanced himself from Ian, perfectly dodging Ian's deadly sword strike.

"Tsk."

Ian smacked his lips, released his grip, and the Flame Sword in his hand instantly reverted to the form of a small Fire Spirit.

"I thought this sword strike would cut you in two."

"Seriously, don't say such scary things."

Red-Haired raised his beloved sword, muttering a complaint under his breath as he looked at the blade with immense heartache.

This knife is much narrower than before.

Part of the blade was removed, and the once sharp longsword became dull.

That's really exaggerated.

Red-Haired couldn't help but call out to him in his heart.

It was only grazed by the spine of the sword that caused this damage.

It's hard to imagine what level of Haki would be needed to block Ian's Sword of Destruction in a head-on confrontation.

"Let's leave it at that."

Ian regained his composure, launched himself into the air, and headed directly towards the Golden Flying Dragon.

Red-Haired also breathed a soft sigh of relief.

Ian landed lightly on the gunwale of the large ship.

Yamato behind, jumping back. The girl's face was full of displeasure. "Is it over like this again? How boring!"

I thought I'd be able to have a proper fight with the Red-Haired Pirates.

"It never really came to that."

Ian casually replied, "There will always be opportunities in the future."

He didn't think he and the Red-Haired Pirates would always be friends.

King Gordon of Elegia, who had been cowering to one side, couldn't help but breathe a sigh of relief.

If Ian really fights the Red-Haired Pirates to the bitter end, I really don't know what to do.

"Let's go back."

Ian said.

"Lord Ian,"

Gordon asked in a low voice, "Are you sending us back to Elegia?"

"Elegia?"

Ian smiled, looked down at Uta, who was still lying motionless on the deck, and asked, "Uta, are you going back to Elegia?"

Gordon's heart skipped a beat.

What's the meaning?

Does Ian not want to send them back to Elegia?

He quickly looked at Uta as well.

"..."

The girl's lifeless eyes flickered.

She seemed to have finally turned around.

Her eyes darted around, her teeth clenched, and her slender hands supported her small body as she sat up.

She gave a bitter laugh and said, "Go back? Where can I go back to?"

She no longer has a home.

"Then come back to Hachinosu Island with us."

Ian said it bluntly.

"Lord Ian!"

Gordon's expression changed drastically.

Does this man want Uta to become a pirate?

Hmm? It seems Uta was originally a pirate.

But before he could say anything, Uta was already staring intently at Ian. "Ian, you're stronger than that guy, aren't you?"

Ian smiled. "I think the battle just now made that very clear."

He looked at Gordon. "King Gordon, what do you think?"

Gordon hesitated for a moment, but finally said honestly, "Lord Ian is much stronger than Red-Haired."

When Ian wasn't using his abilities, they were indeed evenly matched.

However, after Ian transformed, the battle became completely one-sided.

Each of his attacks was extremely difficult for the Red-Haired to deal with.

"That Ian!"

Uta looked at Ian expectantly, but her voice was filled with intense hatred, "Can you make me stronger? I want to take revenge on those guys!"

"..."

Gordon looked at Uta's somewhat distorted little face, his heart filled with mixed emotions.

Shanks, was your decision right or wrong?

I can't tell anymore.

"Surpassing Shanks isn't an easy task,"

Ian patted Uta's head. "Besides, a kid your age shouldn't be talking about revenge and such."

"Grow up properly first."

Gordon was utterly astonished.

This Lord Ian is surprisingly a very nice person.

As for becoming stronger,

Ian said, "Just train with the kids on the island. How strong you become depends on yourself."

Uta's eyes instantly hardened, and she nodded solemnly, "Yes!"

Ian chuckled softly.

We can't let Uta take revenge too seriously.

Otherwise, when the truth is revealed, all the hatred will instantly turn into guilt.

That would be troublesome.

The right approach is to treat Uta with genuine care and concern, help her overcome her pain and despair, build new connections for her, help her make more friends, and start a completely new life.

This would reduce the importance of the Red-Haired Gang in her mind.

Doesn't she like to sing?

Ian planned to make her a world-famous songstress, so that the power of the Sing-Sing Fruit could be used to its fullest potential.

Furthermore, Tesoro would likely be very interested in this as well.

He also dreamed of becoming a star, and in the theatrical version, he played a world-famous celebrity.

"Let's go back."

Ian said, "Enel, shatter the ice."

"Don't order me around."

Enel snorted, but still obediently unleashed his lightning, shattering all the ice floes blocking his path so that the Golden Flying Dragon could return safely.

Meanwhile, aboard the Red Voss, Beckman looked at the Red-Haired who had jumped onto the deck and said softly, "Is this a good idea? To entrust Uta to Ian?"

Red-Haired sighed. "It's better than letting Uta grow up on a deserted island, isn't it? She's still a child; she needs friends and companionship."

"I'm just worried that once Ian discovers Uta's abilities, what might he do?"

Beckman said.

Uta's Sing-Sing Fruit is arguably one of the most freakish Paramecia Devil Fruit out there.

As long as you hear her singing, you'll be instantly transported into a dream world.

"That will only make Ian value her even more."

Red-Haired said, "Ian is ruthless to his enemies, but he's universally acknowledged as very good to those he considers his allies. He won't make things difficult for Uta."

"I'm more worried about what if Uta accidentally plays Tot Musica again? Although the Demon King of Song is sealed in Elegia, it can only appear in the world through Devil Fruit User, through Uta. It might be summoned there too."

If the Demon King is summoned again, all their efforts will be in vain.

"Wasn't Gordon with Uta?"

Beckman said, "He knows what to do."

The Red-Haired nodded gently.

That's all we can do now, just hope for it.

On the Golden Flying Dragon.

Uta wasn't just making things up when she said she wanted to become stronger.

She had barely begun her journey home when she asked Ian to train her and make her stronger.

Ian said seriously, "You're still too young. Even with training, you can't make rapid progress. The simplest way to become stronger is to eat a powerful Devil Fruit. Give me some time, and I'll find you a powerful Devil Fruit."

So, Uta naturally declared, "I'm already Devil Fruit User! I'm Paramecia Sing-Sing Devil Fruit User!"

"Oh? Really? I've never heard of that before."

Ian's lips curled into a smile. He said, "Then let me see your Devil Fruit ability."

Then, a little while later, he found himself in a strange space.

It was a vast plain, with colorful musical notes floating everywhere in the sky.

Is this the spiritual space of the Sing-Sing Fruit?

Ian clenched his fist.

Honestly, it's no different from the real world.

Suddenly, some bold ideas came to mind.