"Well, I can't let you get your way."
Ryokugyu transformed into a giant tree, and as it grew wildly, its roots and veins spread around, turning the already damaged streets into a forest in an instant.
"Issho! We are the Navy, and we follow the World Government's orders. Saying that makes it difficult for me! Those slaves are beings without human rights, not under the jurisdiction of the World Government. They are not worth it!"
"The Navy should uphold justice! Is it up to the World Government to decide human rights or not?"
Fujitora shouted, "The cries I hear are not false! They have emotions, thoughts, they bleed, they have life... how can they not be considered human? If lacking human rights means they're not human, Pirates also lack human rights, but would you say a natural disaster isn't human?!"
Ryokugyu was momentarily at a loss for words; during Kaido's time, he dared not go to Wano Country. After Kaido was defeated, he thought he had a chance, but upon just setting out, he found that a natural disaster had fought Straw Hat again and even retreated afterward, so he immediately returned.
Two consecutive battles, fully energized, nothing like the envisioned mutual exhaustion, no point going there.
To deal with a natural disaster, he had no confidence at all; even if the opponent didn't restrain his attribute, the fight would be like pinching a doll.
"Saying 'without human rights' is just something spoken to the weak, but if the strong and weak are differentiated in human rights... then what's the point of joining the Navy? The world shouldn't be this way!"
Fujitora opened his eyes, which were devoid of pupils, "During the Dressrosa incident, I still had illusions then, wondering if these eyes weren't blind, would there be regrets."
"But now I'm truly grateful, not seeing is a blessing, there's so much dirty business in this world that I wish not to see! Today, I'm going to liberate these slaves!"
"Differentiation is the source of happiness!"
Ryokugyu gritted his teeth and said, "I know what you're trying to do, you're not the only one who've had contact with them, I personally faced that person! I understand his intentions better than you!"
"There's differentiation there as well, it's just that the territory over there is small, you feel it's no different, but all differences exist externally! This side's forces are strong, there will always be places that can't be considered, which is why you feel unfair! In fact, it's all the same, with differentiation comes contrast, and only then can people feel happiness!"
"Better to be a slave than dead! Being hungry is better than being a slave! Being full is better than being hungry! Paying for protection is better than having no money and getting killed by Pirates! This is reality! This is differentiation! Face this fact, Issho!"
These strong individuals are not sold to the World Government; earlier a Navy Admiral, the true old-school Navy Aokiji resigned to become a Pirate, so for those like them who rose from World recruitment, resignation comes with less pressure.
If dissatisfied, just leave.
This place is not suitable, there's always somewhere that aligns with their ideals.
Moreover, Fujitora has even more confidence because his goals have already been achieved. This World Conference conveniently abolished the Seven Warlords of the Sea, but similarly, it forced out a "Four Emperors."
That "Star Clown" Buggy, commanding Hawkeye, Sand Crocodile, and Empress, three former Seven Warlords, now poses a significant threat. Though there are new weapons... at this time, they still rely on these Admirals.
Fujitora has likely pinpointed something, preparing to rescue the slaves. If he can continue being an Admiral, fine; if not, he'll directly resign.
"How can I let you have your way! This is a major crime! Even a Navy Admiral must be penalized for this!" Ryokugyu's form became even larger.
"If I wish to leave, no one can stop me."
Fujitora drew his sword-cane, aiming at Ryokugyu. "As a colleague, I don't agree with your ideology, but I do acknowledge some sense in your words. I don't want to draw swords against you unless necessary."
"It's unavoidable!"
Ryokugyu's forehead burst with veins, "I don't want to fight with you, but right now, battle is necessary. Damn, if you're determined to rescue the slaves, my restraints will increase!"
Opposite, the Revolutionary Army is also taking the chance to wreak havoc. If Issho is determined to stand against being an Admiral, then he can hold nothing back. But he can't do that; he must ensure that the streets aren't damaged too much and the Heavenly Celestial Dragon's safety...
He hasn't considered losing, such a thing isn't necessary.
Even Sage is still present, at crucial moments, he will still step in. Where would a coward find Haki?
Moreover, he is Logia-type, these people still lack the ability to defeat him quickly.
"Fujitora! Are you going to betray us?!"
A Heavenly Celestial Dragon watching nearby spoke up, "This is a crime! Those slaves are our property, you say release them and release them! Do you know what you're doing?!"
"I am saving humanity, honored gentlemen."
Fujitora said calmly: "I'd also advise you to do more good deeds, perhaps it'll be beneficial for your future."
"Despicable fellow! You're so concerned about slaves..."
Among the Heavenly Celestial Dragons, there are those with flexible brains; one of them rolled his eyes and said, "How about this, we can release the slaves, but you must stop! Fujitora, you must surrender! Otherwise, I won't let anyone go!"
"Hey!!"
Ryokugyu couldn't hold back, "How can you do this!"
Even for Heavenly Celestial Dragons, this is beyond insulting!