Amid the mournful blare of the horn, blood-red seawater surged in from afar, slapping against the hull with splashing sounds as the sea breeze carried a damp, salty scent.
Beyond the sea, several enormous warships cut through the calm surface, riding the wind and waves and leaving rings of spindle-shaped ripples behind them.
At the center of those vessels stood a floating fortress.
The fortress and warships had bizarre shapes, resembling complex, faceted towers.
Compared to that fortress, even Yun Chuan's largest cargo ship was insignificant.
Yun Chuan even spotted cannon barrels, rails, and many more areas of unknown purpose. Clearly, these were not commercial vessels, but warships intended for military use.
"Good stuff. I really like it." Yun Chuan narrowed his eyes. "If I remember correctly, this should be the Land of the Sky and the Sky Ninja Village, right?"
In his hazy memories, the leader of the Sky Ninja seemed to be named Shinnō. He had created a monster called the "Zero-Tails" and caused quite a commotion.
The Zero-Tails' power and existence came from the darkness in people's hearts, while the Energy Cannon was more powerful than most Tailed Beast Balls.
Most importantly, it seemed he was planning to attack Konoha now?
"Interesting." Yun Chuan blinked, turned, and walked outside. "Then let's go say hello."
However, seeing the katana Yun Chuan had left on the table, Nagato instinctively reminded him, "Brother, your sword..."
"That isn't my sword. It's just a souvenir for Yahiko."
Before Nagato could finish, Yun Chuan waved dismissively with his back to him and smiled. "Bring the ships closer."
After Yun Chuan left the room, Nagato stood there for a moment before looking at Yahiko, who had appeared in the doorway.
"You heard him, right?"
Nagato picked up the blade and held it out before