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After Anos finished speaking, he turned towards the sea. With everyone's determination set, it was time to begin.
As confusion lingered among the group, Anos suddenly produced a dozen bamboo-like devices.
At first glance, they appeared ordinary, not to indicate their unique capabilities.
These devices were something Anos acquired through his Devil Fruit ability, capable of enabling flight up to tens of thousands of meters.
However, they were single-use items. If they failed to reach Sky Island, the consequences would be dire plummeting into the sea below.
"Daiki, distribute these to everyone," Anos instructed calmly without turning back.
Daiki, though puzzled, complied and handed the devices to the group, even giving one to Abona.
Curiosity filled the air as Anos placed the bamboo device atop his head.
As soon as he let go, it began spinning rapidly, lifting him a few meters off the ground.
"Whoa!"
Gasps of astonishment erupted as the group witnessed the seemingly magical device in action.
Despite living in a world of Devil Fruits and Sea Kings, this simple invention left them in awe.
"This device is single-use," Anos explained, hovering in mid-air. "It will take us to approximately 10,000 meters, but Sky Island is located at about 7,000 meters. Remember, no one must stray from the group under any circumstances!"
The group acknowledged the instruction, albeit still mesmerized by the prospect of flight.
One by one, they placed the devices on their heads, joining Anos in the air. For many, the sensation of flying was a once-in-a-lifetime experience.
Even Abona couldn't help but feel as if he were dreaming.
"This is incredible!" Abona exclaimed, his disbelief evident.
"Focus!" Anos barked. "We're heading for the White Sea, the layer of cloud-sea beneath Sky Island. Remember, the White Sea can nullify Devil Fruit users like the ocean below. Stick together, hold hands if necessary, and brace for the winds!"
The group moved upward in unison, facing fierce winds as they ascended.
To counter the turbulence, they linked hands, forming a chain to ensure no one was lost.
"Abona, scout ahead and confirm if we've reached the White Sea!" Anos commanded, his voice cutting through the howling winds.
Abona complied, pushing forward against the gale.
However, as he ascended further, the air grew humid and suffocating, forcing him to retreat.
"We're close about 3,000 meters away," Abona reported, panting heavily.
Anos nodded, reaching out to Daiki and Abona. With a flash of blue energy, a spatial barrier enveloped the group.
Moments later, they reappeared in a completely different environment.
The chaos of the winds vanished, replaced by calm skies and an otherworldly landscape.
Before them stretched a surreal land of fluffy white clouds, giving the illusion of walking on air.
"This is... Sky Island?" Abona whispered, his awe mirrored by the others.
"Abona, never doubt His Majesty again," Daiki said with a grin. "When His Majesty speaks, he's always right. Still, this place... it's beyond what I imagined. I can't help but feel excited!"
The group shared expressions of wonder and disbelief.
For many, the existence of Sky Island was a mere myth, but here it stood a land suspended in the heavens.
"Everyone, stay alert!" Anos ordered. "The bamboo devices are about to lose power. Land on the white clouds ahead, regroup, and check our numbers."
The group quickly manoeuvred towards a stable patch of clouds.
Anos emphasized the importance of ensuring everyone's safety, knowing that a single mishap could mean disaster.
Once regrouped, they continued toward the island's entrance. Before them stood the iconic Heaven's Gate, carved from white clouds.
Surprisingly, no toll-keepers or guards were present, leaving the gate eerily silent.
"This is where it begins," Anos said firmly, his piercing gaze fixed on the horizon.
For the Kingdom of Tru, their journey to Sky Island marked the start of a turning point.
What awaited them on this legendary island would shape their future, but the challenges ahead were unknown, even to Anos himself.
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