Kaido's confusion deepened as he observed Satoru's unscathed body after his relentless attacks. The sensation—or lack thereof—baffled him. His punches looked as though they connected, but there was no tactile feedback, no impact, only air. His instincts screamed that something was amiss.
"It's strange. Is this the ability of a Devil Fruit?" Kaido muttered to himself, his calm demeanor masking the growing curiosity within him.
Despite Kaido's puzzlement, his aura remained oppressive, exuding the raw might of a seasoned warrior. On the other hand, Satoru stood poised, seemingly confident. However, his mind raced.
"This isn't good. Kaido's strength far exceeds mine," Satoru thought. "If he keeps escalating, one of his attacks will break through my barrier. His brute force, Armament Haki, and Conqueror's Haki... one of these will eventually work."
Satoru clenched his fists, trying to ignore the pang of frustration. His strongest technique, the *Black Flash*, had barely left a mark on Kaido. The man, no, the monster, only showed a faint grimace of pain but otherwise stood unharmed.
"Do I try *Cang*?" Satoru wondered. "It's risky, but if I don't escalate, I won't stand a chance."
Deciding to gamble, Satoru unleashed the *Rotational Technique: Cang.*
Kaido's neck twisted unnaturally, his massive form faltering slightly. But the effect was fleeting as Kaido quickly coated his neck in Armament Haki, neutralizing the attack. His hardened body, combined with his unparalleled vitality, allowed him to shrug it off.
"It's a troublesome ability, brat," Kaido growled, his deep voice carrying a tone of grudging respect.
Despite the setback, Satoru refused to falter. He was aware of Kaido's monstrous aura, a suffocating presence that weighed down the air itself. Still, his fighting spirit burned brighter.
"This is the Four Emperors," Satoru muttered, his gaze locked on the beast before him. "Stronger than anything I've faced before... but isn't that why I fight? To overcome?"
Satoru vanished from sight, reappearing behind Kaido in an instant. This time, he focused all his energy on a single strike. Wrapping his fist in Armament Haki, he delivered a devastating *Black Flash* directly to Kaido's side. The blow landed on a sensitive area, earning a pained grunt from the Emperor.
Kaido staggered slightly, blood dripping from the corner of his mouth. His expression darkened as he placed a hand on the injury, his gaze locking onto Satoru.
"You little brat..." Kaido growled. "You actually managed to hurt me."
Satoru smirked, pulling back to maintain distance. "Guess even you can't ignore an attack with Haki, huh?"
Kaido's aura erupted, the air around him distorting with raw power. His patience was gone, replaced by fury.
"You've angered me now, brat," Kaido bellowed. "Let me send you to hell!"
The ground shook beneath Kaido's monstrous power. His speed, shocking for his massive frame, allowed him to close the gap between them in an instant. A colossal fist, cloaked in Armament Haki, hurtled toward Satoru with devastating force.
Satoru's eyes narrowed. The attack was faster than he expected. But just before impact, his innate defensive ability activated, dispersing the blow before it could land.
Kaido's expression shifted to one of frustration. "Still can't touch you... Is this your Devil Fruit?"
"That's right," Satoru taunted, though he felt the pressure mounting.
Kaido grinned. "Let's see if you can handle this, then!"
The beast's aura intensified as Conqueror's Haki infused his next attack. His fist, now brimming with destructive energy, smashed into the ground as Satoru teleported away. The resulting explosion sent shockwaves rippling through the entire G8 base, shattering walls and creating a massive crater where the punch landed.
The tremor rocked the base violently, sending marines sprawling to the ground.
"What kind of monster are we dealing with?" one marine stammered, struggling to regain his footing.
Elsewhere, Satoru stood unharmed, watching Kaido warily. His body remained tense, knowing full well that one misstep could spell the end.
Kaido flexed his fists, his feral grin returning. "You're strong, brat. Stronger than I expected. But you're not ready to face me. Not yet."
Satoru's jaw tightened. "Maybe. But I don't need to win. I just need to hold you here."
The two warriors locked eyes, their resolve unwavering. Though Satoru's strength paled in comparison to Kaido's, his determination burned brightly, an unyielding flame refusing to be extinguished.
The clash of titans was far from over, and both fighters knew that this battle would leave its mark on the world.