"Void is a force from beyond dimensions. It is trying to invade our world, and the Five Elders of the World Government have already reached some kind of 'agreement' with it."
Dragon explained in detail the nature of Void, the purpose of the seven keys, and the "sealing device" on Laugh Tale that might be their last hope.
After hearing this, Whitebeard fell into thought. A moment later, he suddenly asked, "Among the keys you mentioned... there's a 'Spectrum Key,' correct?"
Dragon was slightly taken aback. "Yes. At present, it's the only one for which we have absolutely no clues."
Whitebeard gave a soft chuckle, then did something that startled everyone—he slowly unbuttoned his shirt, exposing the enormous scar on his chest. At the very center of that scar was a small tattoo glowing with seven-colored light, shaped like an ancient key.
"Back then, Roger and I did go to Laugh Tale and saw the secrets there." Whitebeard's voice was much gentler than before. "Roger entrusted the Spectrum Key to me, saying that one day, the world would need it. It seems that day has come."
Delight flashed through Dragon's eyes, but he quickly regained his composure. "That is an unexpected surprise. It seems the gears of fate began turning long ago."
Whitebeard rose to his feet, the nearly seven-meter giant looking down at Dragon. "I agree to join forces with you, leader of the Revolutionary Army. But I have one condition—before the final battle, I want to personally confirm that Ace is participating willingly. He is my son. I respect his choice, but I need to see it for myself."
Dragon nodded. "That is a reasonable request. Ace and Lin Ye are on their way to the rendezvous point. You'll see him soon."
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