Shattered Secrets, Void Creatures

"They have special instruments provided by the Five Elders that can partially penetrate the Mist Realm's interference. We must move faster and reach Laugh Tale before they catch up to us."

Just as everyone was busy with their tasks, a sudden energy storm interrupted all activity. The entire Dawn shook violently, as though some invisible force were tugging at it. The people on deck had to grip nearby objects tightly just to keep their footing. The sea churned into bizarre whirlpools, and purple light shone up from beneath the water, illuminating the entire mist.

In the secret chamber, Lin Ye and Silvers Rayleigh felt the violent tremors as well. A sharp pain suddenly shot through Lin Ye's right arm, and the markings lit up with a dazzling purple glow.

"Void Creatures!" Lin Ye cried out. A disturbing image appeared before his eyes. "They were drawn here by the key's energy. They're lurking in the mist!"

Silvers Rayleigh rose swiftly. "We have to get to the deck!"

By the time the two rushed onto the deck, the situation had already become dire. Around the ship, dozens of blurry purple silhouettes flickered in and out of sight within the mist. They came in all shapes and sizes—some resembled giant jellyfish, while others looked like twisted humanoids—but all radiated danger.

"They were drawn here by the energy of the seven keys," Lin Ye shouted. "We have to change course and avoid their main gathering area!"

Ace held the Flame Key in his hand, its flames still blazing fiercely amid the storm. "Which way?"

Lin Ye clenched his teeth and glanced at Silvers Rayleigh, who gave him an encouraging look. He understood that there was no other choice now—he had to use the ability he had only just learned to control with everything he