"It's the same again..."
Upon hearing Uehara Naraku's words, Uchiha Sasuke's face instantly twisted in rage, glaring at Uehara Naraku with clenched teeth.
Just like before!
No matter what happens, it always seems to be under Uehara Naraku's control!
Even now, as he musters the courage to declare war on Uehara Naraku, having chosen to break free from Uehara Naraku's control, it still feels like he's under his manipulation...
This feeling made Uchiha Sasuke especially stifled!
Uchiha Sasuke nearly broke the hilt of his sword, squeezing words through his clenched teeth: "Bastard..."
Suddenly, Uchiha Sasuke drew his Kusanagi Sword, pointing it at the airborne Uehara Naraku, his voice suddenly rising: "You always manipulate everything in this world like puppets on strings, making everyone afraid to resist your rule... but..."
The next moment, Uchiha Sasuke's expression became grim, his voice growing louder, though his body still trembled: "Uehara Naraku, do you think today will be the same as before? Today... I will break everything of yours with my own hands!"
"..."
Everyone involuntarily looked towards Uchiha Sasuke's direction.
Some were stunned by Uchiha Sasuke's audacity, while others pondered what Uchiha Sasuke had experienced in the Akatsuki...
"I'm looking forward to it."
Uehara Naraku's gaze fixed on Uchiha Sasuke, and even with Uchiha Sasuke's provocation, Uehara Naraku's expression showed no sign of change.
However...
Uehara Naraku's calmness only made Uchiha Sasuke even more furious!
"Uehara Naraku!"
Uchiha Sasuke held his Kusanagi Sword before him, the black Armament Haki instantly spreading from his palm, covering the sword, its sharpness seemed to cut even the air!
Uchiha Sasuke fiercely swung the Kusanagi Sword, slashing towards Uehara Naraku from a distance, his face full of determination: "Let me see... just how strong you still are!"
An arc-shaped slash flew towards Uehara Naraku!
A red glint flashed in Uchiha Sasuke's eyes, and a black flame appeared out of thin air, hovering over the flying slash!
"Amaterasu... Flame Slash!"
This slash, enveloped by Amaterasu Black Flame...
seemed to melt and tear everything around it apart!
Even Hawk Eye Mihawk, the world's greatest Sword Master, couldn't help but watch in awe at the slash Uchiha Sasuke unleashed!
Among those present...
They all knew this slash was not something they could easily withstand!
Besides Uchiha Sasuke's kenjutsu prowess, the sharpness of Armament Haki, combined with the eerie Amaterasu Black Flame, no one could be sure they could survive it!
As they awaited the slash's outcome...
They only saw that hovering black slash suddenly halt in the air!
Uehara Naraku calmly extended his hand, catching the flying black slash from a distance, which struggled to escape his grasp!
Uehara Naraku's eyelids slightly lifted, his gaze on the black slash, his eyes gradually transforming into a pair of eerie eyes.
"Almighty Push..."
A massive repulsive force burst out!
In an instant, the repulsive force from Uehara Naraku's palm shattered Uchiha Sasuke's slash, vanishing without a trace!
In an instant, everyone saw Uehara Naraku's overwhelming repulsive force dissipate Uchiha Sasuke's slash completely!
Uchiha Sasuke's attack...
was effortlessly neutralized by Uehara Naraku.
This did not surprise anyone in the slightest.
Nor did it surprise Uehara Naraku, as his gaze fell on Uchiha Sasuke, speaking calmly: "Had you challenged me three years ago, I might have had to exert a little effort..."
As he spoke, Uehara Naraku's eyes grew deep as he looked down at Uchiha Sasuke, coldly continuing: "Sasuke, in this world, you are not the only one who has grown stronger..."
Uehara Naraku slowly opened his palm, a transformation occurring in his aura: "As a commendation and reward for your fearless courage... I will show you the power I have attained in this world!"
The next moment...
Behind Uehara Naraku, wings began to grow...
As the wings spread open from Uehara Naraku's back, his presence began to grow increasingly imposing!
A surge of Supreme King Haki erupted from Uehara Naraku!
The entire battlefield was oppressed by this Haki, rendering everyone paralyzed in fear, as countless pirates and navy fell unconscious under its impact!
The sky was rapidly cleared of clouds by this Haki, and under its pressure, countless clouds quickly gathered, shrouding the sky above Marinford!
Under Uehara Naraku's Haki, the densely packed clouds split into distinct seams, standing clearly apart!
Uehara Naraku's fingers moved slightly, releasing a fierce Qi Force that tore apart the surrounding clouds...
No, perhaps it should be said...
that it tore apart the sky!
Sunlight gradually pierced through the gaps in the clouds, bathing Uehara Naraku in layers of golden light...
In this moment...
The young man flapping his wings in the sky truly seemed like a god!
Every conscious person on the ground showed a hint of astonishment on their faces, staring at Uehara Naraku in the sky in disbelief. They had never seen someone so terrifying!
Even Whitebeard Edward Newgate, recognized as the world's strongest man, showed a heavy expression like never before!
The next moment, Whitebeard's mouth suddenly curled back into a grin: "Gurarararara... that brat Sasuke was right. The leader of Akatsuki is indeed a frighteningly strong guy!"
"Such powerful Supreme King..."
Sengoku the Buddha's gaze was fixed on Uehara Naraku: "Just being there makes people afraid to approach him..."
Who would've thought...
Uehara Naraku could become so powerful!
No matter how they imagined, Uehara Naraku was always underestimated!
"Hahahahahahaha..."
Garp suddenly clenched his fist, raising his head in laughter: "You've got some good luck, Sengoku! At your retiring age, you still get to see someone so strong..."
"Indeed..."
Rayleigh looked up at Uehara Naraku in the sky, adjusting his glasses: "This is not a time for sorrow, being able to see such a figure firsthand... If Roger were still alive, he'd probably be delighted too!"
Indeed...
The person in the sky is incredibly strong!
Even though he's just releasing Supreme King Haki there, it makes them, who stand at the world's peak, unable to approach easily!
Dark King Rayleigh's feeling of seeing Uehara Naraku was even more astonishing than witnessing ONE PIECE itself!
Uehara Naraku's Haki has surpassed his understanding!
Perhaps only his captain, Gol D. Roger, might know what position Uehara Naraku truly stands at!
Monkey D. Dragon raised his head to look at Uehara Naraku, glancing at the equally uneasy Aokiji: "Kuzan, it seems you indeed are on a favorable position..."
"Ah, maybe..."
Aokiji shrugged indifferently.
In fact, Aokiji's alliance with Akatsuki was not solely due to Akatsuki's power, but also due to Akatsuki's attitude towards the world's underprivileged civilians, appearing to have more advanced systems.
Although it seems...
Akatsuki's attitude is for the strong to dominate the world.
However, Akatsuki provides a channel for civilians to rise, granting them the power to dominate the world through hard work.
Meanwhile, on the other side.
Jinbe's gaze was fixed on Uehara Naraku in the sky, his voice slightly obscure: "Mr. Kisame, is that the person you chose?"
"Yes..."
Hoshigaki Kisame grinned lightly, speaking leisurely: "A god who can clearly destroy the world yet treats everyone in it kindly..."
"Fufufufufu..."
Doflamingo chuckled quietly, but his smile could not be suppressed: "Hahahahahahaha... It's truly exciting... None of us have seen the leader's true power!"
"This Supreme King..."
Empress Boa Hancock's face was full of shock, a shadow slowly appearing on her face: "The rising Haki... completely unresistable..."
Even though she possesses Supreme King Haki, compared to Uehara Naraku's Haki, she doesn't even have the qualification to clash!
Uchiha Sasuke raised his head to look at Uehara Naraku, a touch of madness gradually appearing on his face: "Hahahahahahaha... Uehara Naraku, truly exhilarating! This is the force that makes one unable to move..."
"Let me see... Uehara Naraku!"
Uchiha Sasuke suddenly stamped the ground, leaping into the sky: "Is this what you want to show us... or is this your true limit of power!"
Robust Supreme King Haki enveloped Uchiha Sasuke's body, shielding him from Uehara Naraku's Haki suppression, charging towards Uehara Naraku in the sky!
However, in Uchiha Sasuke's vision...
Uehara Naraku's silhouette began to appear somewhat blurred...
If looked carefully, it was the afterimage left by Uehara Naraku's high-speed movement; no one could discern his true position!
Bang!
Uehara Naraku's body collided with Uchiha Sasuke, his fist covered in black Haki, directly striking Sasuke's abdomen!
The next moment, Uchiha Sasuke flew back at an even faster speed, crashing heavily onto the ground, creating a massive pit!
Uehara Naraku looked down at the struggling Sasuke, shaking his head slowly: "Indeed, using this power just to deal with you is a bit wasteful..."
Uehara Naraku's gaze slowly moved, landing on Garp and Whitebeard among others, continuing calmly: "The most important thing in this world is fairness, everyone here has the right to be treated equally..."
"..."
The battlefield suddenly fell silent.
What kind of fairness is this!
This is clearly a declaration of battle against everyone!
"Gurarararara..."
Whitebeard's mouth curled into a big smile, his eyes full of seriousness: "Want to rely on your own strength to take us old folks on? Even Sasuke wouldn't be this arrogant..."