Along the way, exclamations could occasionally be heard from within the group.
"So there really is a force in this world called the Marines, whose mission is to uphold justice and order!" Issho exclaimed in amazement.
"There is no such thing as absolute light. Wherever sunlight cannot reach, darkness will naturally exist." Longinus laughed without reservation. "The Marines merely have a purer foundation than the other forces. Those soldiers who yearn for justice are the true foundation that allows the Marines to stand in this world!"
"Are you deliberately downplaying your own role, little brother? I've been hearing about your heroic deeds from this little girl the whole way here! It's truly hard to imagine that one person could have such a tremendous impact on and bring about such great changes to this world!"
Issho let out a long sigh. "Compared to you, everything I've done is far too insignificant!"
"Not at all! You've actually done a wonderful job!" Hiyori rose onto her tiptoes and patted Issho on the shoulder like a little adult. "As an ordinary person, you shouldn't be comparing yourself to a great hero like Vice Admiral Brother!"
"That would only make you feel inferior!"
"An ordinary person?" Issho rubbed his head helplessly. This was the first time that, after revealing his strength, he had still been called an ordinary person.
But he didn't take offense. Instead, he nodded seriously. "Indeed. After witnessing the harm Kurozumi Orochi brought to Wano Country, I only realized the threat a wicked ruler could pose. I never thought further about the changes a great leader might bring to this world!"
"My benevolence can save one person, or two people, but it cannot save tens of millions."
"Only someone like Vice Admiral Longinus, who brings the ideals of justice to this world