The air exploded, and a devastating shockwave hurtled toward Natsu.
A true expert could make appropriate adjustments to all kinds of techniques according to their own circumstances, making them better suited to themselves.
Although Uchiha Izuna had yet to reach the realm where everything bent to his will, he was, after all, a powerhouse who had survived the brutal Warring States Period.
Fusing what he had learned in the One Piece World with his own power was still a simple matter for him.
The Finger Pistol tore through the air. Even if Natsu could block it, he would not come out unscathed.
Gajeel, watching from the side, snorted disdainfully. "Tch. I actually had some expectations for this fire dragon. Turns out he's just an idiot."
Yet, at the instant the air blast was about to strike him, a flash of sword light appeared—a sword light condensed to the absolute extreme.
A piercing roar rang out, as though the air itself had been sliced apart, pushing the limits of what human ears could endure.
The next moment, with a bang, the Finger Pistol unleashed by Susanoo was completely shattered.
"Hm, who is it this time?" Uchiha Izuna muttered. Though he had been prepared for the steady stream of mages appearing, he could not help growing irritated.
A red-haired girl appeared before Natsu. She wore elaborate steel armor, with four wings spread behind her back. Gorgeous and noble, she resembled an angel of steel.
She gripped two steel swords tightly in her hands, her gaze incomparably sharp.
Under the sunlight, her armor reflected a brilliant sheen, taking on the distinctive luster of diamonds.
For the first time, Uchiha Izuna's expression became exceptionally grave. He sensed a threat. This woman was the strongest opponent he had faced since coming to this world.
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