The Shark and The Uchiha: History Repeated

"Keep her afloat!"

Captain Isonade joked as he waved his hand towards a partially busy crew. One singing as they worked their home like a colony of brilliant ants. Every finger working perfectly together in order to create an intricate system. Allowing her to sail among the roughest waves. A massive that ship dwarfed various buildings while housing hundreds. She was perfection incarnated. Known as the woman of war, she served her purpose. Becoming a center for all who rode under a Red Lotus flag. Reports entered, orders exited. Plans covered hundreds of maps littered across various walls. Everyone had a specific duty. And they performed it well. She has won wars against islands and ships that severely outnumber her. All while protecting their base excellently. Kirigakure's Finned Demon loved this ship, and she loved him. Together, they fought towards a clear dream. To seize Kirigakure. Isonade stood on it's edge and peered over calm waters. "If anything goes wrong, I shall feast on you all." Fortunately, seniors that have served Isoande's forces knew that their captain joked. While his newest recruits hopelessly asked for verification. Worried that Isonade's teeth were not decoration after all. Thoughts of consuming flesh made his other self excited. Their minds fused into a perfect symbiosis. Creating a new creature that existed as more than a man.

A reflection met Isonade's gaze. Almost reaching out to grab tightly. Before Isonade knew, his body had been submerged. Cool ocean water soothed Isonade's skin greatly. it made him shiver. No matter how long, Isonade enjoyed living underwater for endless periods. It actually contributed to his already nigh invulnerable body. He carefully inhaled and exhaled. Allowing his body to enjoy its sensations before jetting off. Cutting through underwater currents that could easily send humans flying back. He cruised insanely fast. Fish blasted from Isonade's force which resembled a torpedo. Many titled him the fastest creature when submerged. Seemingly teleporting to his destination. After arriving, Isonade slowly ascended onto land. Water leaking off him with each step. "I hate the Land of Fire. It's almost as dry as Sunagakure, ugh."

A walk lead Isonade to his infamous Inn. One of many infamous establishments that brought in extreme profits through various legal and illegal activities. Portions, of course, went to securing secrecy, loyalty or future investments. With Isonade taking what's left back to base. Kirigakure's Finned Demon reached such a level within the criminal world that bandits joined both his cause and establishments. As Isonade neared, a man much taller than Isonade began tailing him. One would think it would lead to an inevitable battle. But Isonade was smarter than his age implied. Bandits were paid so well that they automatically took on a bodyguard role around him. They needed to protect their large source of income. And so, he lead Isonade to a building.

Through the gates, Isonade noticed multiple houses, each made to house various families. Mansions to increase revenue. The path lead through large gardens and entertainment facades. The real action happened underground. Which the Bandit opened using a simple earth release seal. It revealed a tunnel. "Thank you." Isonade bowed his head before descending. The Bandit stood at it's now closing entrance. Assuming guard duty until Isonade finished. Unaware of any potential spies.