That black-robed figure stood atop a black cloud emitting lightning flashes. He held his white cat while stroking it slowly, then said flatly: "All of you go back. This person... I will take!"
Gin was also very shocked. He stared at the black-robed figure who had just appeared but was already capable of intimidating so many big figures.
'Is this the mysterious figure who occupies first place on the Gold List? Why does he also want to take me away? Isn't he the creator of the Sacred Ruins Trial Tower? Could it be he realized my talent and wants to train me?'
Gin's heart pounded rapidly.
The Gold List's First Place was a mysterious existence that had been stamped as an unbeatable and secretive figure in the hearts of everyone in the Three Realms. His power didn't need to be doubted anymore, and until now, he had never openly shown himself before the world.
And now he appeared, even said he wanted to take him away. How could Gin not feel very excited?
"Why?" Sengoku asked, feeling puzzled.
First Place was the creator of the Trial Tower, and the rewards Gin obtained logically came from him. He shouldn't be interested in Gin, but why did he still want to compete for him with them?
Tobirama, Saitama, and the others also didn't understand this.
"Finally I meet you again..." Saitama's eyes gleamed.
His long hair suddenly came off, it turned out to be a wig that he removed from his head. Instantly, the aura in his body surged tremendously. Golden armor appeared from inside his body, golden boxing gloves wrapped his hands, and the wings on his back spread wide. His face showed an expression of extraordinary joy.
"My power has also increased rapidly. I want to try, how far actually is the distance between me and you!"
"Ooooh, Sensei is starting to get serious!" In the distance, Genos looked very enthusiastic.
Honestly, he had never seen Saitama truly exert all his power, especially after receiving rewards from the Gold List; his teacher's power had reached an unpredictable height. Now, with First Place's sudden appearance, was there finally a chance to see his teacher fight for real?
Seeing Saitama's movement, the corners of Sengoku and the others' mouths twitched slightly. They instinctively retreated away. They had already witnessed the terrifying combat power of this bald man. When suppressing his power he could punch Imu back with one punch; now he was releasing all his power and using Gold List rewards, to what high level would his power surge?
Fight against First Place? They only hoped not to be caught in the aftereffects. They didn't want to die mysteriously like the Gorosei before.
Seeing Saitama's behavior, that black-robed figure in the air felt the corners of his mouth beneath the hood also twitch.
'Damn, this person is truly crazy. Doesn't he know the meaning of First Place? Why are you as Third Place so obsessed with wanting to challenge First Place every day? Please position yourself correctly! I'm First Place, you know! Please respect my dignity a bit!'
"You're not my match, go away! I don't want to hurt you!" A flat voice came from behind the black robe, remaining calm and emotionless, as if he indeed deliberately wanted to spare Saitama.
The people around didn't find it strange. This was the Gold List's First Place; it was natural if he acted a bit arrogant!
That black-robed figure's words were very clear: I'm willing to let you go, I'll pretend I didn't hear your earlier challenge, I hope you know your place.
However, Saitama was precisely the type of person who "doesn't know his place." He stared at that black-robed figure with gleaming eyes: "Today I just want to punch you to death, or... be punched to death by you!"
"..." "..."
That black-robed figure and the watching people all fell silent without words.
'In front of First Place, you dare act that arrogant?'
That black-robed figure now began to slightly regret. Initially he thought by using the First Place identity, he could act arbitrarily and take Gin away from these big figures' hands without obstacles. Who would have thought he met a reckless person who insisted on wanting to physically clash frontally with First Place. This was truly annoying.
Now he was in a difficult position. Taking Gin away from the serious Saitama's hands clearly wasn't easy. And in a situation like this, if he wanted to retreat, he must ask whether Saitama agreed or not.
Enel didn't care about all that. His nature was already arrogant and haughty, and now he became First Place's subordinate, his arrogance had already exceeded limits. He swung the Mjolnir hammer in his hand, aimed it toward Saitama, then looked down contemptuously at Sengoku and the others.
He raised his head and exclaimed: "Let's be honest, all of you here are trash! If you dare, try to kill us! You're Third Place, right? Come on, come here, kill me if you can!"
Sengoku and the others' faces twitched. They had seen arrogant people, but had never seen one this arrogant. Yes, today they saw it. Enel truly was acting up because he felt First Place was backing him.
That black-robed figure felt like he really wanted to punch Enel to death. A troublesome teammate!
Saitama frowned looking at Enel, tilted his head and asked: "Who are you?"
Enel answered proudly: "Rank 50 on the Gold List, Goro Goro no Mi Devil Fruit user, Thunder God Enel!"
"Rank 50?" Saitama lost interest. He shook his head: "You'd better just stay away, I'm afraid I'll accidentally kill you with one punch."
He said that very sincerely, and that was reality. However, Enel felt insulted. He pointed his thumb toward the black-robed figure behind him while saying angrily: "I am the First General under the Great Master's leadership! How dare you speak to me like that?"
"Oh? First General?" Saitama looked at him confusedly.
Was this person hiding his strength? Or did he obtain great benefits after following First Place so his power increased rapidly?
That was possible! Considering the person behind him was First Place, all kinds of miraculous methods could be done. The case of Kuro and Gin earlier, as well as that miraculous Trial Tower, were proof. Gold List Rankings only showed previous strength; to raise rankings, one had to fight with fighters at higher levels.
Saitama began to become slightly interested. He nodded: "Alright then, I'll punch you to death first, then fight with him."
Enel's confidence was currently soaring high. With First Place backing him, he absolutely wasn't afraid. He nodded: "Good, this God will grant your wish!"
While saying so, he pointed to the sky. Lightning struck from his giant hammer, thick pitch-black clouds in the sky rolled and gathered quickly. Inside them, very thick lightning flashes writhed viciously like snakes.
"Attack—!"
Enel directly transformed into lightning and shot toward Saitama. The lightning filling the sky enveloped the black clouds, continuously flickering illuminating everyone's faces below.
Sengoku and the others held their breath while looking up watching this sight with shaken hearts. This battle was very rare, involving First Place and Third Place. Oh right, there was also Second Place there—namely the black cat held by that black-robed figure.
Now, the top three rankings of the Gold List had gathered in one place. This was an extraordinary battle that would be recorded in history!