The vast clearing fell into dead silence.
As they looked at Uchiha Qin Yu's utterly serious face, completely devoid of any sign that he was talking nonsense, everyone present was left unable to process it.
"Haha, someone actually claims to be a god. Looks like he really is a lunatic."
Laxus covered his face with one hand and burst into unrestrained laughter.
"Since you think you're a god, then let me see how you'll restore the demon power of a useless woman."
"Besides, I'd also like to experience what it feels like to slay a god."
Rumble!
As Laxus's vicious words fell, violent lightning burst from his body and shot straight toward the clouds gathering overhead.
Brilliant golden lightning flashed through the air like serpents, rapidly spreading in all directions.
In an instant, the entire area was engulfed in a powerful thunderstorm.
"Manager Qin Yu, don't joke around. Laxus is even stronger than I am."
Erza was the first to lose her composure.
Looking at Laxus's crazed appearance, the suspicions in her heart grew even stronger.
"I've already informed Natsu and Gray. They'll do everything they can to hold back the Thunder God Tribe."
"Then I'll stop Laxus. Take Mira and leave quickly. Once I figure out what's going on, you can come back."
As she spoke, Erza pushed through the crowd and stepped forward.
Natsu and Gray, standing nearby, also had their nerves stretched to the limit.
The already stifling atmosphere was instantly pushed to its peak.
"Sorry, I didn't expect to be underestimated."
Qin Yu smiled and shook his head.
"But do I look like I'm joking?"
"Helping Mirajane recover her demon power is something I could do with my eyes closed."
His absolute certainty left everyone present somewhat confused.
Especially Erza.
She had already prepared herself to