Page 41: - Masked Deuce reacts with shock to Ace's fire fist and notes his control of the power. - Masked Deuce suggests becoming a pirate could provide good writing material. Page 42: - Ace and Deuce declare themselves as "1" and "2" while forming their partnership. - Narration states the origin of the Spade Pirates with a note against uncalled additions. - Crew complains about the party being stingy and lacking meat. Page 43: - Crew discusses a recent bounty hunter attack and ship damage from fire. - Deuce notes he is recording events before forgetting them. - Ace urges Deuce to join the party instead of writing. - Ace recalls swearing to have Deuce's back after events on a deserted island. - Ace declares he will never change his ambition about reaching the top. Page 44: - Whitebeard reflects on a spirited brat sailing the Grand Line in serious contemplative mood. - Thatch excitedly praises the cherry pie as the best while gesturing with plate. - Thatch responds to a compliment with awkward laughter and kind intent. - Unknown voice notes a clenched fist reaction with tense mood. - Crew member asks Whitebeard how long the new pirate has sailed in curious tone. - Chef offers medicine to Whitebeard with helpful intent. Page 45: - Ace declares intent to become the Pirate King with fierce determination. - Ace states he will surpass someone with burning ambition. - Note urges no time to rest with urgent tone. - Voice calls to go full speed ahead with motivated intent. - Whitebeard questions why the kid is in such a hurry with serious gaze. - Whitebeard addresses the kid directly in commanding mood.