Chapter 33: The Awakening of Supreme Mantra

The moment I selected Supreme Mantra Mastery, a surge of knowledge and awareness flowed into me.

For a brief moment, the world shifted.

I could feel the breath of every living thing around me—the faint heartbeat of the Skypieans watching, the distant fluttering of birds soaring through the sky, even the gentle rippling of the clouds beneath my feet.

It was as if my senses had broken free from their previous limitations.

The elder, who had spent decades mastering Mantra, suddenly widened his eyes. He felt it too.

Shocking the Elder

I turned to face him, my mind adjusting to the new influx of perception. My Mantra had evolved beyond simple foresight.

I could hear emotions, feel intentions, and understand the flow of the world itself.

I took a deep breath and focused.

A bird in the distance flapped its wings—I could sense the exact moment it would take flight.

A Skypiean in the village muttered a prayer—I could hear his heartbeat slow in concentration.

The elder shifted ever so slightly—and I knew what he was going to say before he even spoke.

"You… you have already reached this level?" the elder whispered, his voice laced with astonishment.

I nodded, my mind still adapting. "This… is truly something else."

For a man who had spent his lifetime honing Mantra, this must have been an unbelievable sight. In just moments, I had stepped into the same realm he had taken years to reach.

The elder took a deep breath, composing himself. "You are unlike any warrior I have met before. Your growth is… terrifying."

I offered a slight bow. "Thank you for your guidance."

He studied me for a moment longer before finally nodding. "Then may your journey be guided by the voices you hear."

With that, I turned to leave. My time on Skypiea was not yet over—I had one last goal to accomplish.

The Hunt for the Rumble-Rumble Fruit

The Rumble-Rumble Fruit. One of the strongest Logia Devil Fruits in existence.

I had not told anyone my true reason for coming to Skypiea, but now, it was time to find it.

With my new mastery over Supreme Mantra, my search became much easier. I no longer needed to look for it—I could sense its presence.

Hours passed as I explored the floating islands, following the faint echoes of energy that guided me toward my target.

Finally, in a secluded cave, hidden away from prying eyes, I found it.

The fruit sat atop a cloud pedestal, crackling softly with streaks of blue lightning. Its surface pulsed with raw, untamed energy—the power of lightning itself.

I stared at it for a moment before picking it up.

It was mine.

However, I didn't consume it immediately. Not yet.

Instead, I carefully hid it away, securing it in a safe compartment within my belongings. There would be a time to eat it, but now was not that time.

Preparing to Leave Skypiea

After securing the fruit, I spent a few more days on Skypiea, absorbing as much knowledge as I could.

I practiced my Mantra, refining my ability to perceive the world.I observed how the Skypieans used their Dials, learning about their unique technology.I studied the legends of Skypiea, gaining insight into their history and the forgotten warriors of the past.

But it was time to go.

I stood at the edge of the White Sea, gazing down at the vast ocean far below. My next step awaited.

With my ship secured, I adjusted the sails, setting course for the descent.

The Descent to the Blue Sea

Unlike my chaotic ascent, descending from Skypiea was more controlled.

I guided my ship toward Cloud End, where a natural waterfall led back to the Blue Sea. With careful navigation, I positioned myself correctly.

Then, with a final deep breath—I sailed downward.

The ship plunged through the air, cutting through thick clouds as I descended at high speed. Wind roared around me, the mist blurring my vision, but I remained calm. With my enhanced perception, I could feel everything around me.

And then—the Blue Sea returned.

My ship splashed into the ocean below, sending waves in all directions. The moment of weightlessness vanished, replaced by the familiar rocking of the sea beneath me.

I had returned.

The Search for Isolation

As I stood on the deck, watching the waves roll around me, I knew what I needed next.

I had Supreme Swordsmanship.

I had Supreme Conqueror's Haki.

I had Supreme Mantra.

I had Kaido's durability and recovery.

I had the Rumble-Rumble Fruit in my possession.

But it was not enough.

I was strong—but not yet ready to challenge Kaido.

I needed time. I needed isolation. I needed to refine my power to its absolute peak.

I unfurled my navigation charts, scanning for an island that was secluded, untouched by the outside world.

Then, I found it—a nameless island in the middle of nowhere, far from civilization.

A place where I could train without distractions. A place where I could become something even greater.