139. Sky Island God

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Everyone believes that as long as they have faith, stay determined, and use it as a source of motivation, Enel could potentially master Armament Haki in less than a year.

Such persistence is rare, and Daiki couldn't help but feel admiration for him.

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The scene shifts.

Amidst the ruins, overgrown with weeds and trees, the remnants of a civilization thousands of years old still linger.

This is Shandora, a legendary city of gold.

Currently, at least 50 individuals, mostly Shandians, were combing through the ruins.

Each of them, clad in their traditional attire, worked diligently, unwilling to overlook even a single stone or broken brick.

They meticulously examined every possible spot in their search.

This mission was under Abona's leadership, yet Daiki had joined the group out of sheer curiosity.

He was intrigued by the tales of gold within Shandora. While he had already witnessed the awe-inspiring Golden Bell, he had heard from Anos that entire buildings here were once constructed of gold.

The rumours had captivated everyone, fueling their relentless search through the ruins with unyielding vigour.

The remains of this city, dating back 800 years, spanned a vast area. Centuries of wind, rain, and upheaval had altered the land's appearance drastically.

Even with meticulous searching, no one knew what they might uncover next.

Take the Golden Bell, for example it now stood thousands of meters above the ground, held aloft by the colossal vines that transported it to the sky.

It wasn't until the Tru Kingdom's guards had scouted the area that they discovered this magnificent relic.

"What exactly are they searching for?"

Next to Anos stood Enel, his curiosity piqued as he observed the ongoing excavation.

"Gold. They're looking for buildings made of gold," Anos replied calmly.

"But isn't most of it underground?" Enel remarked.

"How would you know that?" Anos asked, intrigued.

"I've been here before. I accidentally stumbled upon an underground palace. Everything down there was made of gold every column was massive. I'm not sure whether it's all gold or not, but there was also a large square stone, about five meters tall, in the centre of the palace."

"The main problem is the giant snake that resides there. Last time, I barely escaped being eaten."

Enel shuddered slightly as he recounted his experience. His tone was serious, and Anos could tell he wasn't lying. His words aligned with the legends surrounding Shandora.

"Giant snake?"

Anos mused to himself, recalling the lore. In the original history of Shandora, it was said that Noland's crew discovered massive quantities of gold, including artefacts hidden within the ruins. This further corroborated Enel's claims.

"Do you remember where the entrance is?" Anos asked with a smile.

Enel perked up immediately and pointed confidently toward a dense forest nearby. The area was lush and overgrown, seemingly untouched by human hands.

"Let's go. Take me there," Anos said.

"But it's hard to get to. I only found it last time because I fell in by accident," Enel replied hesitantly.

"Don't worry. Just show me the direction, and I'll take care of the rest."

With Anos's assurance, Enel darted toward the forest, leading the way.

While Shandora was famed for its wealth, it was impossible to imagine that every building had been made of gold.

However, the possibility of a golden palace buried underground was not far-fetched.

A palace constructed entirely of gold was a symbol of immense prosperity something even the World Nobles couldn't replicate in the modern era.

The mysteries surrounding this place deepened, but for now, these were secondary concerns to the Tru Kingdom's plans.

As the two ventured further into the forest, the dense vegetation obscured any traces of the ancient city.

"Enel, if you knew about the underground palace, why didn't you stay there? It seems like a perfect hiding spot," Anos asked curiously.

"Brother Anos, did you forget about the giant snake I mentioned? It's known as the 'Sky Island God.' I was terrified of being eaten by that thing, so I never dared to return."

Anos nodded, recalling the legend of the serpent. He had even tasked Abona with tracking down the creature earlier.

It was likely that the snake considered the golden palace its territory, having resided there for centuries.

As the duo continued their journey, they moved deeper into the forest. The surrounding foliage grew denser, with towering trees casting long shadows.

"Enel, since you've seen the underground palace before, let's work together to uncover it. After all, this place holds the key to the prosperity of the Tru Kingdom," Anos declared.

"Brother Anos, I'll guide you there. But please be careful. That snake is no ordinary creature," Enel warned.

With Enel's help, Anos felt certain that uncovering the secrets of Shandora would bring unparalleled benefits to the Tru Kingdom.

The prospect of reclaiming its golden treasures was within reach, and Anos was determined to see it through.

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