Raphael's Void Shadow became clearer in the light. He slowly spread his arms. "The three keys have been gathered—the Sealer's Blade, the Knower's Eye, and the Guardian's Blood. Now, Truth's Door will open for you."
As his words fell, the energy fluctuations within the temple reached their peak. Cracks suddenly appeared across the wall behind the altar. Amid a low rumble, the wall slowly split apart, revealing a massive stone door that had been completely hidden until now. The entire door was made of an unknown black stone, its surface covered in symbols of the D Clan—the mysterious letter "D" repeated in countless forms around its outline.
"This is..." Lin Ye stared at the mysterious door in shock.
"Truth's Door," Raphael said solemnly. "It seals away the Ancient Kingdom's final secret—the truth the World Government buried at any cost."
The Dawn Blade atop the altar continued to emit golden light, as if making its final preparations for the revelation to come. Raphael's Void Shadow drifted toward Truth's Door, then turned to face them, his expression becoming exceptionally grave.
"Before you step inside, you must understand," he warned heavily. "Once you learn the whole truth, there will be no turning back. The World Government will spare no effort to erase you, because this truth is enough to overturn the entire world order. Are you certain you wish to continue?"
Lin Ye looked around at his companions, his eyes asking for their decision. Ace was the first to nod, determination gleaming in his eyes. Sabo followed at once, smiling in support. Robin drew a deep breath and gave an affirmative response as well. Hirwa knelt and bowed, declaring it to be his lifelong mission.
Having received unanimous agreement, Lin Ye turned to Raphael. "We are ready. No matter how terrifying the truth