Chapter 10

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Chapter 10 Extraordinary Rewards! The Body Of A Real Dragon!

"Settlement in progress," the system announced. "One star for the target difficulty, with an additional three levels (full level). First Goal Bonus. Strength Module Gift Pack - Strength Module Gift Pack (Middle). Unpacking."

A blinding light enveloped the scene as a notification chimed, "Skill Point*1, upgraded to - Gold Skill Point*1."

"Golden Skill Points," Kaido read aloud. These points, the message explained, could elevate skills and talents beyond the current world's limits.

The system prompted, "Please select Use Now or Continue." Kaido focused on [Use Now], and a new box materialized before him.

"Please choose one of the Devil Fruit Origins, Bloodline, Conqueror's Haki, Armament Haki, Observation Haki, Physique, Mace Skills, and Giant Battle Techniques."

Kaido pondered, is this the extent of my abilities at the world's apex? He had assumed there would only be one or two options. Now, he had to make a tough decision.

Devil Fruit, Bloodline, Conqueror's, and Armed Color Haki were the leading contenders. Each held immense potential.

He reflected on the world's strong figures. Many had formidable Devil Fruits, yet even they fell to Nika, the sun god. Nonetheless, legends like Roger, Garp, and Shanks owed their power to Conqueror's Haki. Their strength underscored Haki's significance.

After deliberating, Kaido chose to enhance his Devil Fruit first. If another chance arose, he'd focus on Haki. He still harbored dreams of a "dragon" narrative.

He selected "Devil Fruit Origin." The icon glowed yellow before vanishing. A white sphere of light crashed into Kaido's body, sending a cool, tingling sensation through him. It felt like a fish darting across his skin, and he relaxed for a brief instant.

Suddenly, an immense force descended from the skies, snapping Kaido to full alert. His sweat stood on end. The gravity of the atmosphere caused visible tremors, and dust particles settled to the ground. The air thickened, making it hard to breathe. The force signaled danger.

Kaido was shocked. He launched himself upward, transforming into a streak of light that blasted through several floors and out of Onigashima's peak.

Not just Onigashima, but the entire region of Wanokuni felt the oppressive force. It felt like an unfathomable mountain rested on their backs, pushing them downward. Many collapsed, gasping for air.

Panic surged as adrenaline flooded their systems and hearts raced. Their faces turned crimson. "What's happening... I can't breathe anymore..."

"Is this... Divine punishment...?!" they whispered, gazing skyward.

Above, an endless storm brewed. The epicenter hovered over Onigashima, with countless thunderclouds swirling in a frenzy, unleashing lightning and thunder. It was as if numerous thunderous beasts were thrashing and growling in the heavens.

Kaido immediately noticed that he was directly beneath Thunder Uzumaki and his expression turned exceedingly grave. 

"Could it be that Im used Uranus ahead of time?" he wondered.

"Hint: This is the world's countermeasure to those who make breakthroughs. It is a normal response. The system will completely isolate the damage, so the Host does not need to worry," the system informed him.

"The world's countermeasures?" Kaido echoed, puzzled.

There were no further answers.

Kaido dropped his gaze, sensing the increasingly dominant momentum building above him.

The sensation made him aware of death's presence—a feeling he hadn't experienced in decades.

Suddenly, the sky blazed with lightning and thunder roared.

Rumble!!!

Amidst the deafening roar, those less strong bled and fainted.

Even the formidable Tobiroppo were overwhelmed, their internal organs churning.

Everyone in the Wanokuni area gazing upward could see the massive bolts of lightning, as thick as wells, piercing the sky.

The world was enveloped in white light, transforming momentarily into a heavenly realm.

Only Kaido stood alone, facing the fearsome lightning strike headed straight for him, yet it was halted by an unseen shield.

Amidst consistent thunder, he stood enveloped in electric currents.

The energy both within and outside of him began to resonate, turning agitated and heating his body extensively.

This intense experience lasted a mere three seconds.

After that time, the lightning and white glow vanished.

All the energy transformed into streams that Kaido absorbed.

The sky cleared of lightning, leaving only the dark clouds as evidence of the recent events, which also started to dissipate. Rays of light broke through the gaps to touch the earth.

Kaido remained standing, now possessing an internally transformed power—ancient, serene, and immense.

He could sense his strength vastly surpassing his previous limits, his resilience unimaginable, his vitality vivid with each breath.

His only injury, the scar from Kozuki Oden, healed as well.

His most significant change was in his dragon form.

The four claws had evolved to five, and flight no longer relied on flaming clouds—it became instinctive.

As a dragon, control over weather and seas was his, and fear of the ocean was no more, with no adverse effects.

His physical and elemental powers had more than doubled.

More astonishingly, upon taking on the beast or the hybrid form, his defense would become impenetrable.

No one would be able to harm him,

a nearly invincible, true dragon form.

Just as he was preparing to test his new dragon form, the system's voice echoed in his mind:

"Billing is continuing."

"Extra Bonus Level 3 (Full Level)."

"First Goal Bonus."

"Please select two of the following five rewards for your territory:"

"1. (Purple) Factory productivity * 1000%, 2. (Blue) Soldier combat effectiveness * 500%, 3. (Blue) Technology R&D efficiency * 500%, 4. (Blue) Loyalty growth rate * 500%, 5. (White) Population growth rate * 100%."