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He had no time to dwell on these changes now; his transformations would reveal themselves naturally over the coming days.
The group stationed below had been standing guard for as long as he had been above.
Their expressions were tense, remaining on high alert for any surrounding disturbances.
"Thank you all for your hard work. Please, take some rest!"
Suddenly, Anos descended beside the group without warning. Even Abona, who had been keeping a close eye on the summit, failed to notice when or how His Majesty the King arrived next to them.
"Your Majesty... Your Majesty!!" Haruya exclaimed in shock, startled by Anos' sudden appearance.
Seeing him standing there, they struggled to believe their eyes, but the undeniable presence of their king left them speechless.
Abona, though experienced, was equally caught off guard. Just moments ago, he had been monitoring Anos' movements atop the mountain.
Despite knowing of the king's spatial abilities, he couldn't fathom how seamlessly he had arrived.
"It's all right," Anos said with a calm demeanour, his voice carrying a reassuring tone. "Go and rest now. Abona, spend the next couple of days familiarizing yourself with the affairs of the Tru Kingdom. You'll have tasks assigned to you soon."
Abona nodded respectfully, a faint smile forming on his lips. "Understood. I will ensure I am prepared."
"Your Majesty, are you truly all right?" Suzu asked with concern, stepping forward.
"I'll be fine. Come to me tomorrow morning; there's something I'll need you to handle," Anos replied with a gentle smile.
"As you command, Your Majesty!" Suzu responded cheerfully.
Turning his attention to Haruya, Anos inquired, "The situation has been contained, yes?"
"Yes, Your Majesty," Haruya confirmed with a firm nod. "We ensured that the incident was suppressed from the outset. Not even the palace staff knows what occurred."
"Good. Take the others back for now. In three days, I want a detailed report on the status and numbers of the Royal Guards," Anos instructed.
Unlike the standard military, the National Guard was an elite unit consisting of highly trained individuals.
Nearly 10,000 members within the Tru Kingdom were currently mastering advanced combat techniques, including the Six Powers (Rokushiki), while training in Haki was steadily progressing.
"Understood, Your Majesty. I will deliver the data within two days," Haruya assured him.
When Suzu attempted to raise another question, Anos interrupted her with a smile. "That will be all for now. Go and rest. We'll speak more tomorrow."
With his words, Anos vanished in an instant, leaving no trace behind. It was as if he had never been there at all, not even disturbing the dust beneath his feet.
Indeed, with the fusion of the Psychic Fruit and the Space Fruit, Anos had reached a near-divine level of control.
Whether walking on solid ground, hovering above the earth, or even gliding across water, his powers made such feats effortless.
The group stood silently, still processing what they had just witnessed. None, except Abona, could hide their shock at the display of power.
For many, this was their first time seeing the king wield his abilities so openly. Even Suzu was left speechless, unable to make sense of the scene.
"What you just saw, Your Majesty's actions..." Suzu muttered, directing her question to Abona.
Abona, with his hands resting calmly on the hilt of his sword, offered only a faint smile and said nothing.
Though curiosity lingered among the group, including Suzu, they knew better than to press the matter further. For now, they silently carried this memory in their hearts.
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The Next Day
As dawn broke over the Tru Kingdom, its citizens were already bustling with activity.
The royal city, now the most prosperous region in the kingdom, brimmed with life.
Over twenty large-scale factories surrounded the city, drawing a steady influx of workers.
This economic boom brought immense growth to dining, entertainment, and recreational industries, transforming what was once a struggling city into a flourishing hub.
Fortunately, with a robust administrative system now in place, Anos no longer needed to micromanage the kingdom's daily affairs.
In the king's chambers, sunlight filtered through the windows as Anos woke, feeling the fatigue of yesterday's trials still lingering in his body.
The toll of consuming two Devil Fruits had been immense, making a good night's rest his only reprieve.
After stretching and preparing for the day, he opened his door to find Suzu standing in the courtyard, waiting for him.
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