Just as Jinbe awkward, a voice suddenly came from above.
"Mr. Uya, it is truly impolite of me not to have been able to welcome you to Fish-Man Island. I have prepared a banquet at the Ryugu Palace. Would you do me the honor of attending?"
In the sky, a giant mermaid covered in bubbles slowly floated down and spoke respectfully to Uya.
It was none other than King Neptune of Fish-Man Island.
When Neptune learned Ryugu Palace that the person who appeared on Fish-Man Island was actually Uya, he almost jumped out of his skin in fright.
The other ministers on the left and right were also terrified.
Ordinary fish-men and mermaids may not understand what happens at sea, nor do they know who Uya is, but as high-ranking members of Fish-Man Island, they are all too aware of the weight that the name Uya carries!
It can be said that on this vast sea, Uya's name has now completely overshadowed Whitebeard's. It is a name that makes any power on the sea tremble in awe!
The strongest person in the world, a member of the Navy, and backed by the World Government, he is practically ranked number one on the list of people who should not be messed with in this world.
The sudden arrival of such an important figure on Fish-Man Island naturally startled Neptune, because he knew in his heart that if Uya stomped her foot, Fish-Man Island might sink.
Therefore, Neptune acted decisively and without hesitation ordered Ryugu Palace to begin preparing a banquet, while he personally went down from the Ryugu Palace to welcome Uya.
As for other things, nothing was done.
Prepare for defense? Set up defenses?
It's completely useless!
Faced with someone like Uya, Neptune understood that everything was as fragile as paper, and that he could only obey Uya's wishes, not resist them.
Otherwise, even if Whitebeard's flag were hanging over Fish-Man Island, it would absolutely not be able to protect Fish-Man Island!
Uya was not surprised at all by Neptune's arrival.
If Neptune hadn't known he was coming, he might have stayed in the Ryugu Palace. But he just unleashed his Conqueror's Haki, and if Neptune didn't come down, he'd be putting on too much airs.
Let alone the king of Fish-Man Island, even if Uya were to visit the World Government, the Five Elders, as the highest leaders, would certainly personally come out to greet him, given his current status.
"Crown?"
Ain immediately noticed the crown Neptune was wearing and guessed his identity.
Sure enough, the next moment, Jinbe, who was standing there, spoke to Neptune somewhat awkwardly.
"Your Majesty, what brings you here?"
This statement is actually complete nonsense. Jinbe also knows why Neptune came. Neptune had no choice but to come.
"Good."
Uya nodded casually in response to Neptune's invitation.
Led by Neptune, the group arrived at the Ryugu Palace without any obstacles.
The scenery of the Ryugu Palace is indeed much more beautiful than that of Fish-Man Island below. If Fish-Man Island below is like a dreamlike paradise, then this place is like a blessed land, a fairyland on earth.
Almost every building has a dreamlike appearance.
Everywhere you look, there are incredibly beautiful corals, and countless dazzling jewels. On this Fish-Man Island, ten thousand meters below the surface, there is no shortage of exquisite jewelry.
Upon arriving at the Ryugu Palace, Neptune's three sons, who were also the three princes of Fish-Man Island, came out to greet Uya, along with the ministers and other high-ranking officials.
Upon seeing Uya's figure, many people were momentarily stunned, feeling that it was not quite what they had imagined.
"Is he Uya? The strongest human on the high seas?"
"But it doesn't seem very strong."
Many people had heard of Uya's name but had never seen what Uya looked like, especially the guards of the Ryugu Palace, who were mostly puzzled.
Uya looked like an ordinary human, with no imposing presence whatsoever, yet almost everyone in the Ryugu Palace came out to greet him. Wasn't that a bit too much?
"Could he be Celestial Dragons?"
" Celestial Dragons?!"
"Shh! Keep your voice down!"
Several guards from the Ryugu Palace were discussing the Celestial Dragons, their tone filled with hatred when they mentioned them. During the incident involving Princess Otohime, many people had witnessed just how arrogant and domineering the Celestial Dragons were.
Despite being stranded on Fish-Man Island, he remained arrogant and haughty, acting as if he were a god. He even shot at Princess Otohime; he was utterly despicable.
The thought of the Celestial Dragons made the guards' expressions turn ugly, and their gazes towards Uya also became hostile.
Under the watchful eyes of a group of people with varying expressions, Neptune respectfully led Uya into the Ryugu Palace. At this time, almost the entire Ryugu Palace was mobilized to prepare for the banquet.
Before the banquet, King Neptune unhesitatingly acted as a tour guide, leading Uya and Ain on a tour of the Ryugu Palace.
Reaching Fish-Man Island is already difficult enough, but getting to the Ryugu Palace is even more difficult. Only a handful of humans can make it here, and those who can have King Neptune act as their guide are even fewer, practically nonexistent.
"As expected, this is a view that can only be found 10,000 meters underwater." The scenery of the Ryugu Palace made Ain linger, reluctant to leave.
As for Uya, he also showed an expression of appreciation; such a scene was absolutely unheard of in the Hokage world.
The Hokage world seems more realistic, while this world feels more fantastical, like a world from a fantasy.
Just as the group had almost finished circling around, suddenly, a dark shadow flew past them in an arc overhead.
The moment Uya saw the dark figure, a cold glint flashed in his eyes.
Twice a day?
Not only Uya noticed the dark figure, but Neptune and Ain also noticed it, especially Ain, who clearly saw what the dark figure was.
It was a massive spiked club, its head covered in sharp barbs, a sight that sent chills down one's spine.
"What's going on?!"
Ain's expression instantly darkened. She had been quite happy, but in such a beautiful place, having a spiked club suddenly fly overhead was simply too much of a mood killer.
It's like discovering iron nails mixed in with the rainwater on a rainy day.
If this thing suddenly falls down, and you're not paying attention or using Armament Haki, you'll definitely get injured, possibly even seriously.
The Ryugu Palace was so dangerous; Ain's expression was certainly not pleasant.
"This..."
Neptune's face showed a troubled expression, and he was also secretly angry. He hadn't expected this sudden turn of events, which was truly embarrassing for him as king.
"Miss Ain, in any case, that thing won't fall here, you can rest assured."
Even Neptune himself found this statement strange, like telling someone that nails were falling from the sky and that they wouldn't fall on their head.
Ain looked at Neptune with a suspicious gaze. (To be continued.)