At this moment, Uta seemed like a completely different person. Her face turned cold as she stared at the group and spoke with clear irritation,
"You guys are truly annoying."
Shanks immediately noticed something was wrong. His expression tightened as he said,
"Uta, what exactly is wrong with you?"
He stepped forward, intending to stop her, but Scarf Man reached out and gripped his shoulder firmly, stopping him in place. Shanks glanced back in confusion, but Scarf Man kept his gaze fixed on Uta, his eyes narrowing slightly.
"What a rebellious girl. Do not start crying later."
Uta let out a scoff, her tone sharp and resolute.
"The one crying later will not be me. I do not want to see anyone cry anymore."
As soon as she finished speaking, she pulled out a Den Den Mushi from her pocket. She took a steady breath, parted her lips, and released a soft musical note.
Gordan's face changed instantly, panic flashing in his eyes.
"This is bad, that is Tot Musica!"
Shanks frowned.
"What is that?"
Cold sweat formed on Gordan's forehead as he answered urgently,
"It is the song that summons that demon!"
Before anyone could react further, Uta's singing echoed beyond the Royal Palace. Gordan's eyes widened as he noticed the Den Den Mushi in her hand.
"That is an amplified Den Den Mushi. Stop Uta quickly!"
Shanks moved immediately, but Scarf Man's grip tightened like iron, holding him firmly in place.
In that brief moment, Uta's performance fully unfolded. Her voice rose higher, and the surroundings began to distort. The elegant palace hall vanished, replaced by a vivid and surreal space filled with shifting colors.
This was the ability of the Sing-Sing Fruit, the world created by Uta herself.
As the transformation completed, Uta ascended into the air. Light surrounded her, and her outfit changed instantly. Golden armor formed over her body, while a long spear and a shining shield appeared in her hands.
She looked down at everyone below, her expression distant and emotionless.
"You will all stay here forever."
Shanks looked up at her, his face serious.
"Stop this, Uta. No one wants to live their life trapped in an illusion."
Uta's expression twisted, her voice rising sharply.
"So what if it is an illusion? There is nothing wrong with this world!"
Scarf Man chuckled softly.
"Do you really think this can trap us?"
Uta let out a cold snort.
"You should focus on behaving yourselves."
With a swing of her spear, colorful musical notes filled the air. They gathered around Shanks and the others, transforming into cartoon-like soldiers armed with weapons. The soldiers surrounded them, their blades gleaming as they prepared to attack.
Aside from Gordan, who had no combat ability, everyone present had faced countless battles. None of them were intimidated. Instead, their attention remained fixed on Uta, concern evident in their expressions.
Those looks irritated her deeply. She tightened her grip on the spear and shouted,
"Do not look at me like that!"
The soldiers immediately surged forward.
A red glow flashed in Shanks's eyes as Haoshoku Haki burst outward from his body. The force crushed the approaching soldiers instantly, reducing them to scattered particles of light.
A cloud of red energy formed beneath his feet, lifting him into the air as he charged toward Uta. This time, Scarf Man did not stop him.
Uta clenched her teeth and thrust her spear upward to meet him, but the attack was far too weak. Shanks reached out and crushed the spear effortlessly.
Startled, Uta quickly retreated higher into the air.
Shanks sighed quietly, hesitation appearing in his eyes. He considered using Haoshoku Haki to knock her unconscious, but he could not bring himself to do it.
While he hesitated, Uta suddenly stopped midair. She looked down at him, and a trace of madness appeared on her face.
Without warning, she threw her shield at him. Shanks tilted his head slightly and avoided it with ease.
Before he could react further, Uta raised both hands and began singing again.
Her voice was beautiful, yet it carried a disturbing undertone.
A massive dark vortex opened on the ground below. Thick black mist poured out, spreading rapidly.
The members of the Red Hair Pirates instinctively turned to Scarf Man.
He glanced at the vortex and spoke casually,
"Do not look at me, I did not do that."
The black mist began to condense, slowly forming a massive humanoid shape. After a brief tremor, a grotesque figure emerged. It wore a black top hat, its body large and distorted, its presence overwhelming.
Gordan collapsed to the ground, his voice trembling.
"Tot Musica... it has been summoned again..."
There was no need for further explanation. Everyone present recognized the monster. They had fought it before.
Tot Musica was a being born for destruction. It existed only to bring ruin, and worst of all, it could not be killed.
As the creature fully manifested, Uta's body trembled in the air. Her face turned pale, her strength clearly fading.
Although she had strong compatibility with the Sing-Sing Fruit, maintaining this world consumed enormous energy. Summoning Tot Musica pushed her far beyond her limits.
Tot Musica, despite its lack of intelligence, understood her importance. She was the source of its power.
It let out a roar. A dark golden barrier suddenly surrounded Uta, pulling her downward against her will.
Shanks's expression changed instantly. He descended at high speed, drawing his sword as Haoshoku Haki lightning crackled along its blade. He slashed toward the monster.
However, Tot Musica released a massive black shockwave, completely neutralizing his attack.
As Uta was about to be swallowed, Scarf Man, who had remained silent until now, slowly raised his hand.
A miniature version of the dark vortex appeared in his palm.