Even Armament Haki couldn't grab Uya's shoulder, which proves that Uya's ability is indeed not Logia Devil Fruit power.
Furthermore, according to my Observation Haki, Uya is indeed sitting here, and it's not some kind of illusion. So there's clearly only one explanation.
Spatial abilities!
Of everyone present, apart from Kizaru, who narrowed his eyes and didn't seem particularly surprised, but rather had an expression of "I knew it," Sengoku and Garp were clearly somewhat shocked.
Even Armament Haki can't grasp a physical object; isn't this ability practically unsolvable?!
Uya remained seated, finishing his tea in one gulp. A slight smile played on his lips as he said, "An eye for an eye, so why don't you take one of my moves?"
No sooner had he finished speaking than Uya suddenly flung his hand, throwing the teacup in his hand directly at Garp.
The small teacup, when it flew out, seemed to contain an extremely terrifying power, causing Garp's expression to change abruptly.
The distance was too close, and there was no time to dodge. Garp instinctively threw a punch.
boom!!!
The fist and the teacup collided with a loud thud, the teacup instantly shattering into powder, but the floor beneath Garp's feet cracked open in an instant, spreading in all directions like a spider web!
A terrifying impact, as the cup shattered, crashed down on Garp.
Garp had already used Armament Haki, his fists coated in jet-black Armament, desperately resisting the impact from the small teacup.
Even so, Garp ultimately couldn't withstand it and staggered back several steps before finally stopping and absorbing the impact!
It's unbelievable that such power was emanating from a mere teacup, which even Garp couldn't catch and was forced back several steps!
This time, even Admiral Kizaru, who already knew that Uya was very strong, showed a hint of shock, let alone Fleet Admiral Sengoku.
Seeing this, Sengoku's eyes widened in disbelief.
If he hadn't been standing right there and witnessed Garp being repelled by a teacup, he would never have believed that a teacup could defeat Garp!
Garp stood there in astonishment. Although the distance had been too close and his posture made it difficult to exert any force, the power contained in that small teacup still shocked him.
Even if Uya had punched him back, he wouldn't have been this shocked. Yet Uya had only thrown a small teacup!
Garp didn't know whether Uya used her ability or just her strength, but in any case, Uya's strength was clearly above that of an ordinary vice admiral, and at least at the level of a Marine admiral!
"I'm sorry, I broke the floor and a teacup. I don't know if I need to pay for them." Amidst everyone's shock, Uya stood up calmly and said casually.
Sengoku was still in shock. After hearing Uya's words, he took a deep breath and slowly calmed himself down before saying, "Don't worry about it. Um... is your ability a space-time Devil Fruit?"
Although Sengoku had already made up his mind, he still asked tentatively. On the other side, Garp straightened his slightly disheveled clothes and looked over as well.
"I guess so," Uya replied casually, too lazy to explain.
Upon hearing Uya's answer, Sengoku's gaze flickered. After a moment of contemplation, he looked at Uya with utmost seriousness and said, "I was rude just now, and I apologize. If you are willing to join the Navy, I can directly grant you the rank of Vice Admiral of the Marine Headquarters!"
This time, in addition to being far more solemn and serious than before, there was also a hint of trepidation in Sengoku's tone.
Uya's strength is at least at the level of a Marine Admiral, and with that strange ability, even if this were Marine Headquarters, they probably couldn't hold him back.
If Uya doesn't want to join the Navy and instead becomes a pirate, that would be a huge problem!
Vice Admiral was the limit of Sengoku's power. Although Uya was strong enough to be a Marine Headquarters Admiral, it was impossible to replace one of Kizaru, Aokiji, and Akainu with Uya.
"I can join the Navy, but on one condition." Uya stood there, his expression becoming quite indifferent.
Upon hearing this, Sengoku immediately lit up with joy, and he asked, "What are the conditions?"
Looking at Sengoku, Uya said casually, "I don't care about rank or position, but I don't like being ordered around."
After a moment's hesitation, Sengoku nodded and said, "Okay!"
The conditions proposed by Uya were not unexpected by Sengoku. It was clear from the beginning that Uya was not the kind of person who wanted to be bossed around.
Even if he can't command Uya, it's still better than Uya becoming a pirate. Besides, once Uya becomes a Marine, he can still play a role.
"That's settled then."
Seeing that Sengoku had agreed, Uya nodded slightly. Whether he was a Marine or a Pirate, it made no difference to Uya. In other words, Uya's vision had always been above this world.
The Marine Headquarters was merely a temporary foothold that Uya found acceptable.
Ultimately, Sengoku still granted Uya the rank of Vice Admiral of the Marine Headquarters. However, Uya's rank as Vice Admiral was somewhat similar to Garp's; he was not subject to the orders and jurisdiction of the Navy Admirals and could even participate in high-level naval meetings.
Currently, only a handful of people are qualified to participate in high-level meetings, including Sengoku, the three generals, Chief of Staff Tsuru, and Garp. Now, Uya has joined the ranks.
The sudden addition of a vice admiral to the Marine Headquarters is a major event that has shaken the Navy.
Although there are only three Vice Admirals in the Marine Headquarters, unlike the Marine Headquarters Admirals, their number is still very small, and each one is a renowned and powerful figure on the high seas.
Moreover, being able to sit in the position of Vice Admiral at headquarters means having a great deal of power. If assigned to any naval base, he would be the highest-ranking officer, with authority second only to the Admiral.
Almost all the naval officers and soldiers at the Marine Headquarters, except for the new recruits in the training camps, were extremely surprised by this news. No one expected that a vice admiral from the Marine Headquarters would suddenly appear.
When everyone learned that this new Vice Admiral of the Marine Headquarters was the same person who, upon his debut, fought to a draw with the world's greatest swordsman, Hawk-Eye, they were somewhat shocked.
Meanwhile, all the forces along the Grand Line received news that Uya had joined the Navy, which came as a surprise to most people.
The second half of the Grand Line: the New World.
Whitebeard glanced at the newspaper in his hand, then suddenly tossed it aside, gulped down a mouthful of sake, and said, "Looks like I overestimated him. He actually went and became a lackey of the World Government..."
Marco shook his head and said, "If you join the Navy and lose all dignity and spirit, what good is strength if you'll never become the ruler of this sea?"
In the Navy, there is almost no one who can use Conqueror's Haki, because those who submit to rules and obey orders find it difficult to possess the demeanor of a king!
Conqueror's Haki is also known as the quality of a king. If one doesn't even have the demeanor of a king, then it's even less likely that one can possess the qualities of a king.
"Hey, I was hoping to spar with him, what a disappointment."
On the other side, Fifth Division Captain Flower Sword Vista also shook his head, a cold glint flashing in his eyes, and snorted, "He actually became a Marine. If this guy dares to cause us trouble... Hmph!" (To be continued.)