Those words reached not only the ears of everyone on the sea, but every corner of the world. Uchiha Hiko had finally stepped before the world and openly declared Dressrosa to be his territory.
This meant that Uchiha Hiko was about to develop his own power. To build a force, he would have to recruit all kinds of talented and powerful people, accepting those from around the world who wished to pledge themselves to him.
It was also a declaration. This newcomer had now officially stepped forward. He was going to make a name for himself in the New World and claim a place in this world, no longer remaining an unknown rookie.
There were quite a few people from neighboring countries at Dressrosa's port. Ever since Jack appeared, many had taken out Image Bugs to record the live battle at sea, broadcasting the footage in real time across countries around the world.
At first, when the Marines had been driven into a corner by Jack's pirate fleet, the whole world seemed to be laughing at them. Akainu at Marine Headquarters was even more furious beyond measure. Pirates rarely took the initiative to attack the Marines, and brainless brutes like Jack were extremely rare.
However, the battle ended quickly. Everyone around the world watching the live broadcast at sea clearly saw that white figure descend from the sky like a meteor, blasting Jack's ship into pieces. Then, amid the unclear footage, it seemed Jack and Uchiha Hiko exchanged blows several times. But in the blink of an eye, several nearby pirate ships suffered disaster and were sunk by Uchiha Hiko. After receiving powerful reinforcements, the fleeing Marines immediately turned back and struck at the pirates. With Jack gone, the pirates' morale collapsed, and they were swiftly routed by the Marines.