Naruto: Fire-Release system

Chapter 245: Mortal, Are You the One Who Blocked My Thunder?

Kunpeng's flight wasn't particularly fast. It took about ten minutes to reach an altitude of 7,000 meters—the base of the White Sea.

Without stopping, the massive bird soared straight into the White Sea, continuing its ascent.

Soon, Kunpeng carried the ship above the White Sea.

All around was an endless expanse of white, stretching beyond the horizon.

The air here was noticeably thinner, but thanks to Uchiha Yi enhancing everyone's physique beforehand, they adapted quickly.

Ordinary people would have struggled to survive in such an environment.

After pausing for a few minutes to allow everyone to adjust, Uchiha Yi commanded Kunpeng to continue its climb.

Above lay the White-White Sea at 10,000 meters, home to Sky Island—their destination.

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8,000 meters…

9,000 meters…

10,000 meters…

The distance closed rapidly until they broke through the clouds once more, emerging onto the White-White Sea.

"Wow! So this is Sky Island?"

"It's beautiful!"

Their luck was good—Kunpeng's ascent had brought them close to Angel Island.

From their vantage point, they could see the island clearly, its ethereal beauty fulfilling every fantasy they'd had about Sky Island.

The three women and two pets exclaimed in delight, their eyes gleaming with joy.

Uchiha Yi smiled faintly and dispelled the manifestation of Kunpeng. He didn't want the massive bird causing unnecessary panic.

He then instructed the AI-controlled ship to sail toward Angel Island.

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Within minutes, they reached the island's shore.

"You guys go explore first," Uchiha Yi said. "I've got a small problem to take care of."

Without waiting for a response, he prepared to act.

Crackle!

But before he could move, his Observation Haki picked up a sudden threat—a bolt of lightning descending from the sky!

It struck with terrifying speed, too fast for an ordinary person to detect, let alone dodge.

"Hmph!"

"That was quick!"

"As expected from the Rumble-Rumble Fruit's power!"

"The destructive force is both fearsome and… enticing!"

"Tuku: Rubber Canopy!"

Uchiha Yi didn't hesitate. While marveling at the attack's speed and power, he swiftly summoned a massive rubber canopy.

This wasn't ordinary rubber—it had been enhanced with a Legendary Gold-tier Electric Resistance entry.

It was specifically prepared to counter Enel!

The rubber canopy unfolded like a shield, covering the ship and everyone aboard.

BOOM!

The lightning struck the canopy, producing an earth-shattering roar.

For a brief moment, everyone's ears went deaf from the shockwave.

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"What… what just happened?"

It took a while for their hearing to return. Nami and the others, still dazed, turned to Uchiha Yi with confused expressions.

Enel's lightning strike had been so sudden that, without Observation Haki, they hadn't even sensed the danger.

Only after the fact did they realize how close they'd come to death.

A wave of shame washed over them. Time and again, Uchiha Yi had shielded them from harm, bearing the burden of every threat.

Compared to him, they felt like useless ornaments, incapable of contributing meaningfully to the crew.

For the first time, they truly questioned their worth.

That moment marked a turning point. Determined not to remain weak, they silently vowed to train harder and grow stronger.

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"Enel…"

Uchiha Yi, oblivious to the women's internal struggle, ignored their questions and instead gazed calmly ahead.

On Sky Island, boredom had driven Enel to spy on the entire populace using his Mantra (Observation Haki), eavesdropping on private conversations for entertainment.

Naturally, he had noticed these unfamiliar visitors.

Intrigued, Enel transformed into lightning and traveled from God's Island to Angel Island in an instant.

In front of Uchiha Yi, lightning gathered, condensing into Enel's humanoid form.

The self-proclaimed god floated lazily in mid-air, one hand propping up his head, eyelids drooping as he yawned repeatedly. He looked utterly disinterested.

"Yahahaha!"

"I am God!"

"Mortal… Are you the one who blocked my thunder?"

After a sweeping glance at the group, Enel's gaze settled on Uchiha Yi, his voice dripping with arrogance.

"Yes," Uchiha Yi replied flatly, unimpressed by Enel's theatrics.

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"Though you possess some strength, you remain a mere mortal."

"But you are at least qualified to serve as my slave."

"In the name of God, I hereby declare you…"

Enel nodded smugly, clearly pleased with his own conclusion.

He intended to recruit Uchiha Yi as one of his subordinates.

After all, his Ark Maxim was nearly complete, and in two or three years, it would be ready to carry him to the Endless Vearth.

For such a grand conquest, manpower was essential.

Most people were too weak to be worth recruiting. Even his current Priests were barely passable.

But Uchiha Yi? He had blocked Enel's lightning—a rare feat.

Thus, Enel extended an invitation, though he fully intended to subject Uchiha Yi to the Ordeals of God first.

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"I refuse."

Uchiha Yi cut him off mid-sentence, his tone indifferent.

Enel's face darkened instantly, his previous laziness replaced by icy disdain.

"Foolish Blue Sea monkey!"

"Very well… You will be destroyed!"

"This is the divine punishment for defying God!"

"El Thor!"

Without another word, Enel raised his hand. Lightning crackled along his arm, transforming into a concentrated beam that shot toward Uchiha Yi like a spear.

"Armament Haki!"

Uchiha Yi responded immediately, coating his entire body in Haki and meeting the lightning head-on with a punch.

BOOM!

The thunderbolt shattered upon impact.

The force barely registered against his fortified physique.

That brief exchange revealed much—not only about his own resilience but also about how effective his Armament Haki had become in neutralizing elemental attacks.

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"Hmm?"

"You blocked it… again?"

"But that's the limit of your strength."

"To me, such power is meaningless."

Enel's surprise quickly faded into smugness.

He crossed his arms and floated higher, adopting a regal posture.

"Now, I will sit here and wait for five minutes."

"Attack me however you like—I shall not move."

"And once five minutes pass, you will witness the true power of God."

"It is a force you cannot resist!"

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Uchiha Yi stared at Enel, momentarily speechless.

"Seriously?"

This so-called "God" truly believed himself invincible, blinded by the Rumble-Rumble Fruit's overwhelming power.

Unable to hold back, Uchiha Yi chuckled softly.

"What a frog in a well."

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