"As long as we can resolve this matter, that's all that matters. What do you think?" Scenery continued, "The question now is whether you want to protect the small family or the greater family?"
"What difference is there between the greater family and the small family? Aren't they both humanity? Whether it's the greater family or the small one, I want to solve both together," Uchiha Madara said.
"There are no such perfect solutions in this world. The conflict between the fishfolk and humans has lasted for who knows how many years. Do you really think that, with your strength alone, the chances of changing all this aren't a little too low? What you're facing isn't just this sea—it's the oceans of the entire continent," Scenery said.
"But someone has to solve the problem eventually, doesn't he? Even if I don't step forward now, someone else will eventually come forward to solve it," Uchiha Madara said.
"Since someone will eventually solve it, why does that person have to be you? If someone will handle it anyway, can't we just wait?" Scenery asked.
"You seem completely opposed to this. The fishfolk have bullied humans for so many years—don't you want to resist at all?" Uchiha Madara said.
"I don't know what your true identity is, but I don't think you're merely some insignificant beggar," Uchiha Madara continued.
Scenery smiled. "Let's not talk about the past. Our brothers have only recently come together and formed this group. Everyone was full of excitement, hoping to accomplish something great. We thought meeting you would bring us a benefactor, but the direction you seem to be leading everyone in isn't right."
"We aren't operating as an intelligence organization anymore. The organization's current purpose is entirely to preserve peace for humanity," Scenery said.
After thinking for