"Based on the current scan data, I believe this mental connection is a side effect of the resonance." Chopper set down the instrument in his hands and explained to everyone in the room. His expression was focused, his eyes carrying a healer's precision and curiosity. "When the Dawn Blade and the Flame Key resonate on an energy level, they seem to establish some kind of mental link between their users as well."
Lin Ye nodded slightly and tried to describe the sensation in greater detail. "It's like an invisible bond linking our minds. I can feel Ace's emotional fluctuations, and sometimes I can even catch fragments of his thoughts, especially those related to the keys."
"Me too," Ace added. His voice was slightly stronger than Lin Ye's, and the flame runes on his arm flickered faintly with his shifting emotions. "At first, it was only a vague perception, but it's becoming clearer and clearer. This connection seems to be deepening."
Dragon and Rayleigh exchanged a meaningful look. This unexpected development might be a sign of danger, but it could also become an advantage.
"Combat coordination through a mental link will greatly improve your fighting efficiency," Rayleigh said thoughtfully. "Especially when facing the Five Elders, that kind of understanding could become a decisive factor."
"But that depends on whether you can control this connection instead of being controlled by it," Vice Admiral Tsuru pointed out calmly. Her sharp gaze examined the abnormal runes on the two of them. "The degree of Void Energy corruption has already exceeded expectations. We must speed things up."
"I agree." Dragon turned to Lin Ye and Ace. "Do you think you can move?"
Lin Ye tried to sit up. Though his movements were somewhat sluggish, he remained mostly steady. "Give us half an hour to rest,