Arrogance

The Uchiha Clan are not prey that the Navy can scheme against or secretly covet. From this day forward, if the World Government or the Navy dares to secretly plot, seize an opportunity to attack, or plot against the Uchiha clan, the Uchiha Clan will not hesitate to break the balance of power and take matters into their own hands to teach the high and mighty Navy a lesson they cannot bear, making them pay an unbearable price.

This was the core mission of his trip, but it was not the real reason why he gladly went there.

What truly moved this powerful Asura who had been silent for a thousand years and had long since become indifferent to the conflicts of the Four Blues was a secret that Natsu casually mentioned.

Marine Vice Admiral Monkey D. Garp.

Although this person had neither the title of Admiral nor the power of Fleet Admiral, and refused to be promoted to Admiral throughout his life, he remained firmly at the pinnacle of the navy. Natsu bluntly stated that at the peak of this naval hero's life, his physique, Haki, and combat power all reached the limits of ordinary people, making him the only being in this vast ocean **qualified to directly confront Hashirama Senju **.

Hashirama Senju.

Simply by silently reciting this name etched deep within his soul, the youthful man's dormant passion and fighting spirit, which had been dormant for a thousand years, surged forth and swept over his entire body. That was his only nemesis in life, the ultimate opponent he had pursued, fought, and battled with all his might.

He had thought that after Hashirama's fall, there would be no more warriors in the world worthy of his all-out battle, no more strong opponents who could give him his all and deliver a thoroughly enjoyable duel.

But now, this ordinary lower realm sea has given birth to a figure who has the potential to rival Hashirama?

This intense curiosity and obsession with his opponent completely ignited the most fervent fighting spirit in Madara's heart, leading him to accept the mission without hesitation.

He was not afraid of waiting, nor of confrontation; he only wanted to see the legendary Garp with his own eyes and personally verify whether this sea could truly give birth to a powerful figure comparable to his nemesis.

With this thought in mind, Ban's eyes narrowed slightly as he fully expanded his senses.

It combines the ultimate Uchiha Sensory Ninjutsu of the Chakra clan with top-tier Observation Haki. This dual perception sweeps across the entire Sabaody Archipelago like a tidal wave, scanning every inch of land, every breath, and every energy fluctuation.

The faint auras of tens of thousands of Navy Soldier, the Haki presence of a group of Vice Admiral, and the immense power fluctuations of the Admiral were all clearly presented to his perception, leaving nothing to hide.

After several rounds of careful screening and selection, the expectation in Ban's eyes slowly faded, replaced by a clear sense of regret and disappointment.

The entire Sabaody Islands lack that rugged, domineering, and pure ultimate Haki of supreme power.

Monkey D. Garp was not present.

A faint sense of regret lingered in his heart, causing this Asura powerhouse, who had arrived full of expectations, to feel somewhat bored. The burning fighting spirit that had been poised to ignite gradually subsided.

The moment Madara withdrew his senses, his gaze returned to the shore, precisely locking onto Kizaru, who stood beside the Admiral with a slightly tense posture, and long-buried memories surged up instantly.

He remembered this person completely.

On that deserted island, he engaged in an earth-shattering, ultimate battle with Kaido of the Beasts. The heavens and earth changed color, the Seaquake, and the collision of the two top-level combat forces tore the sky apart.

At that time, this Devil Fruit User, who was known for his unparalleled speed, was like a sneaky Nezumi hiding in the shadows on the edge of the battlefield, cautiously spying on the entire top-level duel. He dared not show his face or participate in the battle, and could only silently watch the tigers fight.

Until he unleashed his final, thunderous power, severely injuring Kaido and Setsuna this epic battle, the lurking "Nezumi" became disoriented and its mind trembled, inadvertently revealing its presence.

At that moment, he merely glanced at it out of the corner of his eye and casually uttered a cold, sarcastic remark. "You ant hiding in the shadows, do you really want to dance?"

That simple sentence completely shattered Kizaru's mental defenses, causing him to panic and flee in disarray, without even the courage to stay for a moment.

Gazing at that familiar face once more, Ban's lips curled into a cold, arrogant smile, and the youth's clear eyes suddenly regained the chilling mockery of an ancient battlefield.

"It was just that lewd monkey hiding in the shadows, spying all along."

A silent whisper resounded in my heart, making no attempt to conceal the contempt and disdain within.

Locked firmly in those all-knowing, mocking black eyes, Kizaru froze instantly, a bone-chilling cold spreading through his limbs.

The deep-seated fear from the past resurfaced, sweeping over my entire body like a nightmare.

His pupils contracted sharply behind his sunglasses, a wave of panic washed over him, and his fingertips trembled uncontrollably.

Even now, surrounded by the protection of tens of thousands of marines, he still felt an overwhelming sense of oppression—a feeling of being completely exposed and having nowhere to hide.

Red Ape keenly noticed Kizaru's loss of composure and saw the undisguised contempt in Madara's eyes. Anger and resentment surged within him.

He knew Kizaru's strength and temperament well. The fact that this top Admiral could be so frightened and lose his composure was enough to prove just how terrifying this young-looking strongman was.

"Madara Uchiha!" Akainu roared again, lava churning and hissing violently in his fists, the sand beneath his feet scorching and smoking from the intense heat.

"Stop being mysterious and arrogant! Answer my question directly! What is your purpose in sailing alone towards Sabaody?"

The sea breeze was fierce, blowing his long, black hair and wide robes. He stood atop the lone ship, his figure lofty and unparalleled, looking down at the thousands of troops on the entire coast, and chuckled softly.

The young man's clear laughter contained not a trace of violence, but rather an ancient arrogance and absolute confidence born of countless battles, which carried on the wind throughout the entire sea.

What is your intention?

Ban slightly raised his chin, his gaze sweeping indifferently over the densely packed naval officers and soldiers below. His voice was clear and authoritative, each word ringing out with a resounding force.

"I have come here only to settle old scores. During the chaotic battle on this deserted island, my clansmen fought valiantly and bloodily, while your Navy, instead of trying to balance the situation, hid in the shadows, harboring ulterior motives, attempting to reap the benefits and plotting against my Uchiha clansmen."

"If our reinforcements hadn't arrived in time, you would have already launched a brutal attack and slaughtered our new generation of warriors. We've taken note of this scheme."

His tone was calm and even, yet it carried immense pressure, sending shivers down the spines of all the naval personnel on the coast.

This top-secret plan by the naval leadership was completely uncovered by the enemy, leaving no room for secrecy whatsoever.

"Natsu sent me here to deliver a warning."

Ban's eyes suddenly turned cold, and a layer of icy killing intent appeared on the young man's handsome face, making his aura instantly extremely sharp.