"Every living thing in this world deserves our respect," Shanmen Shikao said.
"Although the two of us share the same ideals, I do not support your methods," Uchiha Madara said.
"So I think the best way for the two of us to settle this now is through strength," Uchiha Madara said with a smile.
After hearing Uchiha Madara's words, Shanmen Shikao wore an incredulous expression. "Do you know what you're saying, Mr. Uchiha Madara?"
"You intend to challenge me with your body alone?" Shanmen Shikao asked.
"Though I admire capable humans in this world, you should take a clearer look at yourself," Shanmen Shikao said.
"Enough with the pointless talk," Uchiha Madara said with a smile. "I never thought I'd end up getting myself into such a huge mess."
"But since I've already gotten myself into this mess, there's no need for me to hide," Uchiha Madara said.
"Besides, judging by your plans, even if I wanted to hide, I couldn't. After all, you're planning to conquer the entire Elzeran Continent," Uchiha Madara said, looking at Shanmen Shikao.
"As long as you join us, there will be no need to hide. Others will be the ones hiding from you," Shanmen Shikao said.
"Stop trying to brainwash me here," Uchiha Madara said with a smile. "Though I don't think there's any need for this between us, since neither of us belongs to this world."
"And yet we're about to start a war over this world," Uchiha Madara said speechlessly. "What kind of nonsense is this?"
Uchiha Madara turned to Shanmen Shikao. "You should go back first. This place is a little too dangerous for you."
"What do you mean, Mr. Uchiha Madara?" Shanmen Shikao asked, looking at him. "You don't want to join us, nor do you want to leave."
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