Father's unexpected honesty—or rather, the fact that they were now at a stage where sincere cooperation was necessary—meant that once the Sun Gate was opened, no one could say what would happen afterward.
There was no doubt that anyone who possessed one of the five keys would be strong.
Su Xiao had very little information. He only knew that the five keys were connected to the Ganlu Dynasty. He knew nothing else.
The Dark Mask Father had mentioned was probably not a lie. A famous Apocalypse Paradise contractor named Philosopher had provided a photograph, and it showed engravings of the five "keys."
Above the engravings of the five "keys" was a mask with a hole between its brows, black blood dripping from the hole.
As for the purpose of the Dark Mask, it was impossible to learn anything from Father. Although the old man appeared honest now, he did not mention a word about the secrets of the five keys, the location of the Sun Gate, or what lay beyond it.
Among the old schemers, Father was one of them. The unseen guild leader, Rogesh, was no better. Therefore, the remaining two key holders had to be chosen carefully. They had to be strong enough, but they could not be old schemers. Otherwise, things would get far too lively.
"Byakuya, I have a proposal. You, me, and Rogesh will form a temporary alliance. Once we find the other two keys, the three of us will choose their holders."
Clearly, Father was also worried about five old schemers gathering in one place. That would truly leave them with nothing to play. Once the Sun Gate opened, it would be a catastrophe.
"Sounds good."
After Su Xiao spoke, he leaned back in his seat and dozed. The train sped onward, and they