I, Kizaru, only came to the chat group after I became invincible

Chapter 461 How did you obtain the Devil Fruit?
“This requires the elders’ permission,” Karen said. “The library contains many important historical documents that cannot be viewed casually.”

“I understand.” Robin was disappointed, but he understood the rules.

They visited various public facilities, including schools, hospitals, and workshops. Each place helped them gain a deeper understanding of the lives of the Lawara people.

“This is the blacksmith’s shop.” Karen led them to a building belching black smoke. “Our weapons and tools are made here.”

"Do you have any ore?" Franky asked. "It must be hard to find minerals in the sky, right?"

“There are some mineral veins underground on the island, mainly iron ore,” Karen said. “Not much, but enough for our needs. And we’ve always been very frugal; all metal products are recycled.”

In the blacksmith's shop, they saw craftsmen forging various tools. Flames roared in the furnace, and the sounds of hammers striking metal rose and fell.

"What kind of fuel do you use?" Sanji noticed the question.

“Mainly charcoal,” Karen replied. “We have trees planted on the island specifically for charcoal production.”

“Everything is very well planned,” Borsalino remarked. “You’ve considered every aspect to ensure survival in the skies.”

“This is necessary,” Karen said. “In such an isolated environment, any waste of resources could be fatal.”

The tour continued, and they arrived at the city's central area. Here stood a particularly magnificent building, taller than all the surrounding structures.

“This is the Elders’ Hall,” Karen explained. “The elders work and live here.”

The building's exterior walls are adorned with exquisite bas-reliefs depicting Lavara's history. From ancient island life to catastrophic division and reconstruction in the sky, every pivotal moment is documented.

“These reliefs are exquisite,” Robin observed closely. “They tell your entire history.”

“Yes,” Karen said. “Every now and then, new reliefs are added to record important events.”

"Will our arrival be recorded?" Luffy asked curiously.

“Perhaps.” Karen smiled. “The first visit by outsiders in 800 years is indeed a significant event.”

They walked around the Elder Hall, with Karen explaining the meaning of each relief in detail. Through these carvings, the Straw Hat Pirates gained a deeper understanding of the history of Lavara.

“This is our training ground,” Karen said, pointing to a wide-open space. “The warriors of Lavala train here.”

At this moment, dozens of soldiers were training on the training ground, brandishing their weapons and performing various combat maneuvers.

"Do you need any more warriors?" Zoro asked. "There shouldn't be any enemies in the sky, right?"

“Even in the skies, we must remain vigilant,” Karen said solemnly. “Although we haven’t encountered any external enemies for 800 years, we cannot let our guard down. Furthermore, warrior training is part of our tradition.”

"What are your combat techniques like?" Zoro asked, intrigued.

“It mainly involves the use of melee weapons, combined with flight skills,” Karen explained. “Fighting in the air is completely different from fighting on the ground.”

"Can I take a look?" Zoro asked eagerly.

“Okay.” Karen gestured to the instructors at the training ground. “Show them.”

Two warriors stepped forward and began their demonstration. They were using a special type of spear, light in weight but appearing sturdy. The two leaped into the air, using their light weaponry to hover and move, engaging in fierce combat.

“I see.” Zoro observed their movements. “Using boulders for aerial maneuvering is indeed a unique fighting style.”

“Every Lavala warrior begins training from a young age,” Karen said. “They must master both traditional combat skills and how to fight in the air.”

"That's amazing!" Luffy exclaimed excitedly. "I want to try it too!"

“Maybe there will be an opportunity in the future,” Karen said.

The tour continued, and they explored the city's main areas. At each location, Karen provided detailed explanations, giving them a better understanding of life in Lavala.

When they returned to the square, it was already noon. The sun was shining brightly, and many residents had gathered there; some were resting, some were chatting, and children were playing happily.

"Are you tired?" Karen asked. "Want to rest for a bit?"

"I'm a little tired," Chopper said honestly.

“Let’s go to a restaurant and get something to eat.” Karen led them to a restaurant near the square.

There were already quite a few customers in the restaurant. When the Straw Hat Pirates walked in, everyone stopped what they were doing and looked at them with curious eyes.

“Don’t be nervous,” Karen told the guests. “They are visitors approved by the elders.”

Hearing Karen say that, the guests relaxed and continued their meal. But many still occasionally stole glances at them.

“Looks like we’re getting a lot of attention,” Usopp muttered.

“After all, this is the first time in 800 years that there have been outsiders,” Nami said understandingly.

The restaurant owner was a plump middle-aged man who warmly invited them to sit down.

"Vice Captain Karen, what would you like to eat today?" the shopkeeper asked.

“Let’s order some of the specialties,” Karen said. “Let our guests try some Lavala cuisine.”

Soon, plates of food were served. There was roast meat, stew, bread, and some vegetables and fruits that looked very fresh.

"What is this meat?" Sanji asked curiously.

“It’s Sky Sheep meat,” Karen explained. “The same kind of animal you saw at the ranch earlier.”

Sanji took a bite, his eyes lighting up: "It tastes delicious, and the meat is very tender."

"Our cooking methods have been passed down for 800 years," the owner said proudly.

Everyone began to taste the food, and everyone raved about Lavala's cuisine.

"These fruits are so sweet!" Luffy exclaimed as he ate them with gusto.

“The sky is sunny, and the fruit has a high sugar content,” Karen explained.

During the meal, several children curiously gathered around the table.

"Are you really from down here?" a little boy asked.

“Yes,” Luffy replied amicably. “We came from the sea.”

"What is the sea like?" A little girl asked, her eyes filled with curiosity.

"The sea is vast, stretching as far as the eye can see," Luffy described. "The seawater is blue, and sometimes there are huge waves!"

"Wow!" The children listened intently. "There are so many islands, each with different people and cultures," Nami joined in the description. "There are bustling cities, and there are pristine jungles."

"That sounds so interesting!" the children exclaimed excitedly.

"Alright, don't disturb the guests' meal." Their mother came over and led the children away. But before leaving, she nodded to the Straw Hat Pirates, her eyes filled with gratitude—thank you for their patience with the children.

“You’re very popular with the children,” Karen said with a smile.

“The children are all lovely,” Robin said gently.

After finishing their meal, they left the restaurant. The square was even more lively now, with street performers putting on shows and vendors hawking their wares.

“This is our daily life,” Karen said. “Peaceful, simple, but fulfilling.”

“It is indeed a wonderful place,” Borsalino said sincerely. “You have created a complete world here.”

“Thank you,” Karen said. “Although we are isolated from the world, we still have our own happiness.”

As the sun sets, golden rays bathe Lavala in the sky, casting a warm glow over the entire city.

“That concludes today’s tour,” Karen said. “If the elders agree, I can take you to see more places tomorrow.”

“Thank you, Karen,” Robin said sincerely. “I learned a lot today.”

“You’re welcome,” Karen said. “Actually, I really enjoyed the process. It’s been a long time since I’ve had the chance to introduce our hometown to others.”

Led by Karen, they returned to the guest room area. Although the day's tour was tiring, everyone was in high spirits. They not only learned about life in Sky Lavala, but also gradually felt accepted by the people there.

"What a fulfilling day!" Nami sat in her room, reflecting on the day's events.

“Yes,” Robin nodded. “This civilization is truly remarkable. Eight hundred years of isolation, yet it has preserved such a complete cultural heritage.”

“And they can’t get back to the ground,” Chopper exclaimed. “Their bodies have adapted to the altitude, which has ironically become their limitation.”

“This is the price of adaptation,” Borsalino said slowly. “To change in order to survive, but in doing so, to lose the possibility of returning.”

“But at least they survived,” Sauron said. “And they’re doing well.”

“That’s right.” Luffy nodded earnestly. “They’ve found their own way of life, and that’s enough.”

On the morning of the third day, while the Straw Hat Pirates were still asleep, a series of urgent knocks on the door startled them awake.

"Who is it?" Luffy rubbed his eyes, still half asleep.

“It’s me, Karen.” A familiar voice came from outside the door, but it sounded anxious. “Please open the door quickly, there’s an emergency.”

Borsalino immediately snapped out of his daze, walked to the door, and opened it. Karen stood outside, his face grave, with two guards behind him.

"What's going on?" Borsalino keenly sensed that something was wrong.

“The elders summon you,” Karen said quickly. “It’s urgent, please come with me immediately.”

"Now?" Nami glanced at the newly lit sky outside the window. "So early?"

“The sooner the better,” Karen urged.

After quickly getting ready, they followed Karen to the council hall. Along the way, they noticed that the atmosphere on the streets had become tense, with many armed guards patrolling and the residents looking worried.

"What exactly happened?" Zoro asked.

“You’ll see when we get there.” Karen didn’t say much, but his tense expression showed the seriousness of the situation.

Soon, they arrived at the council hall. All the elders had already gathered there, and each of their faces was filled with worry.

"You've arrived." Elder Alva nodded upon seeing them. "Please sit down; we have important matters to discuss with you."

"A discussion?" Robin was somewhat surprised. Yesterday they were just monitored visitors, and today they were being invited to participate in a discussion?

“Yes,” Elder Elena said. “The development of events has forced us to seek outside advice.”

“Please speak,” Borsalino gestured for them to continue.

Elder Alva took a deep breath and began to speak.

“Although Lavala is isolated from the world, it is not a peaceful and tranquil place.” His voice was heavy. “Like any society, we also have internal contradictions and conflicts.”

“Yesterday, Karen showed you around the main city, Lavala,” Elder Cassius continued. “But there are two other small towns on our island.”

"Two other towns?" Franky asked, puzzled. "From the air, it looked like we only saw one large city."

“Because the other two towns are smaller and located on the other side of the island,” Karen explained. “One is called Dawn Town, with about eight hundred people. The other is called Stone Valley Town, with about six hundred people.”

“These three towns used to coexist peacefully, each managing its own territory,” Alva continued. “But about three years ago, a man appeared in Stone Valley and changed everything.”

"What kind of person?" Luffy asked curiously.

“His name is Damon Darkstone, and he was originally an ordinary resident of Stone Valley Town.” Elder Elena’s voice was filled with fear. “But one day three years ago, he suddenly gained incredible power.”

"Incredible power?" Zoro's eyes narrowed.

“Yes,” Elder Cassius said. “He can control darkness, create shadows, and even become darkness itself.”

Upon hearing this description, the Straw Hat Pirates exchanged glances. This ability sounded very plausible.
"A Devil Fruit user." Borsalino slowly stated his conclusion.

"Devil Fruit?" The elders clearly didn't know the term. "What's that?"

“A mysterious fruit that grants supernatural powers to those who eat it,” Robin explained. “Based on your description, this Damon likely ate some kind of Devil Fruit related to darkness.”

“I see.” Alva said thoughtfully. “That explains the source of his power.”

“But the question is,” Borsalino raised the crucial question. “How did Lavala, who had been isolated from the world for 800 years, obtain a Devil Fruit?”

“That’s our question too,” Cassius said. “Damon has never left Lavala, so it’s impossible for him to have any contact with anything outside.”

"Could it have fallen from the sky?" Nami speculated. "Like those fragments."

“Possibly,” Elder Elena nodded. “We do occasionally find things blown up from the lower realm by the wind. Perhaps that’s how Devil Fruits come about.”

"So what did Damon do after he gained the power?" Sanji asked.

(End of this chapter)