Sasaki's harsh words directed at the Guardians quickly angered Hanuman. That was to be expected, though Sasaki did not think of the consequences of speaking like this in front of Hanuman. Hanuman spoke up, angrily asking Sasaki how dared he speak to the Guardians like this. However, before Hanuman could finish his question, Brahma looked at him, and Hanuman stopped talking immediately. Growling deeply in discontent, Hanuman bowed his head and then walked away, leaving the plaza altogether. Sasaki, without turning around, looked from the corner of his eyes, seeing Hanuman leave. The young protector had been dismissed from this conversation.
Shiva went on to point out that Sasaki should not have brought Zeus and Saru here, stating that they were outsiders. Saru was a Humandrill, but he was not from Aolai indeed. As for Zeus, Sasaki had a reason to bring him with. After all, Zeus was the remnants of Big Mom's soul - a soul that now rested with La Spada in torment. Zeus would prove to be a useful ally in the future. He liked the little cloud, too.
The conversation then shifted toward Lady Yoshitsune. Shiva raised his hand up and from the ground at the center of the plaza, a crystal started to rise, perched on a pillar of stone.
She left this for you, filled with her power. She said if you broke it, the energy contained within would send you forward in time to meet her again.
Sasaki's eyes widened in shock, at the sight of the crystal.
Wh-what?! Lady Yoshitsune?
He said, his mind taking him back to a time long, long ago.
The memories of Lady Yoshitsune flooded Sasaki's mind. Almost in a trance, Sasaki walked over toward the crystal ever so slowly. Step by step, each step unlocking new memories. Before long, Sasaki stood before the crystal, gripping the Monkey King's staff in his right hand. Tightening the grip, Sasaki was about to swing. But suddenly, he stopped. He sighed, turning back toward the Guardians.
I... cannot go further to the future.
Sasaki said, likely shocking the Guardians. They knew of Sasaki's relationship with Lady Yoshitsune, and it was a special one. For Sasaki to decline meeting with Lady Yoshitsune... was unbelievable. With a stern look on his face, Sasaki looked at the Guardians and gave ''his answer''.
My Guardians...
In this generation, I have found him... I believe I have found the person... that can stop La Spada.
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