Shaki nodded. "The captain discovered many truths on Laugh Tale, including the reason for the Ancient Kingdom's downfall and the mission of the D clan. He chose to wait because the time was not yet ripe, and the necessary pieces were not yet in place."
He rose and walked to the window. "But now, I can feel the wind has changed. Those things lurking in the shadows have begun to move. It's time to fulfill the captain's wishes."
Shaki turned to Dragon and removed his sunglasses. "Count me in, Dragon. For Roger's legacy, for this world's future, I'm willing to return to the battlefield."
Dragon smiled faintly and extended a hand. "Welcome aboard, Shaki. Dawn Operation has begun. Every bit of strength is invaluable."
Lin Ye sidestepped a beam of violet-black energy. The Dawn Blade swept out, severing the incoming Shadow tentacles. At the same time, Silver Moon flashed across the battlefield like a streak of silver lightning, and with every appearance, a Star Hunter fell.
Korion stood at the end of the passageway, his hands forming seals as ominous purple mist coiled around him. "Shadow Erosion!" he growled. Countless black Runes instantly spread across the ground, and the metal floor rapidly corroded wherever they passed, as though it had endured a thousand years of weathering.
"Watch the floor!" Ramon shouted. At the same time, he activated the ancient device on his wrist, generating a pale blue energy field around the three of them.
Lin Ye leaped up to avoid the spreading corrosion. When the tip of the Dawn Blade touched the corroded area, the black Runes rapidly receded. "This blade..." He stared at the weapon in surprise as its body emitted a brighter blue glow than usual.
"The Dawn Blade is a dimensional weapon designed specifically to counter Void