On a yellowish-brown parchment, slightly distorted and menacingly written Chinese characters read:
"August 2nd, this pool of water is even deeper than I imagined. History is truly a girl who can be dressed up however one pleases."
"August 5th, today I witnessed the power of the high-sequence superiors. It was truly terrifying. They have undergone a qualitative change in a certain aspect and have become like gods. No wonder they have always described them as 'half-gods, half-men'. Well, I think calling them 'mythical creatures' might be more appropriate."
"August 6th, something strange happened. Why did the seven churches have such an odd attitude towards the potion? At the medium-low sequence stage, they not only provided the main materials to those who were promoted, but also generously shared the recipes and demonstrated the process of preparing the potion. If there was a corresponding ritual, it would also be explained in detail. But at the high sequence stage, they only provided the finished potions."
"This is completely illogical. At the medium-low sequence stage, when the main materials are relatively easy to collect and the production process is relatively simple, shouldn't the formula be kept secret and the potion be directly prepared for the target? But at the high sequence stage, since the main materials are difficult to obtain, shouldn't the formula be shared so that those who have the potential to advance can actively search for them?"
"There must be a secret that I don't know yet."
"August 9th, the events that happened in the past two days made me feel not so good. The industrial revolution I personally initiated, the steam and mechanical era I personally created, will it become a breeding ground for the birth of the evil god?" What does it mean? The breeding ground for the emergence of evil gods? Klein furrowed his eyebrows slightly, and his index finger gently tapped the edge of the ancient long table.
"Mr. Fool has encountered a problem?" Something that could trouble him must involve a very high level... Audrey looked at the leader shrouded in thick gray fog and interpreted his current state from his body language.
Indeed, Klein, who was puzzled by the high-level issue, thought for a while but didn't get an answer. He began to consider the possibility of using divination to seek enlightenment:
Well, with just these simple and straightforward two sentences, it's impossible to divinely discover something substantial. I'm not a seer... Directly divining "the breeding ground for the emergence of evil gods"? It feels like a big mistake... The evil god may not be as terrifying as the eternal blazing sun, but his power might be even more bizarre. Maybe following the clues, I'll find my way... And there's no way to divine how risky such an attempt is. Because once it involves deities, the danger of divination itself will also bring danger...
Remember this problem and observe and think more...
Regarding the matter of the potion, the church's arrangement does indeed have a lot of strange elements. I wonder what secret is hidden behind this, perhaps when the "psychic" or, no, the "death spirit mentor" Daley becomes a cardinal or a senior officer and enters the core of the church, I can get some hints...
Rosel's words really made one yearn for the style of powerful beings at a high sequence level...
One idea flashed through Klein's mind, he stopped gently tapping the edge of the ancient long table and looked at "Justice", "The Hangman" and "The Sun":
"You can freely communicate now."
"Hangman" Alger immediately spoke:
"Mr. Fool, Miss Justice, I have newly obtained an intelligence. 'The Hurricane Commander' Zilingerus infiltrated Berkland to complete a difficult task. He might stay there for a long time and create a terrifying massacre. Moreover, I also know that this matter involves a very important item that can help Zilingerus quickly become a powerful being at a high sequence level."
"Will he not be afraid of losing control?" Audrey grasped the key point of the other person's description and assumed the posture of an "audience", asking in a puzzled way.
Zilingerus is the "wind lover" of sequence 6. There is a sequence 5 between him and sequence 4.
Alger had long expected such a question and answered calmly:
"So that item is very important."
"Of course, this is all my speculation. The intelligence I received is like this: Zilingerus believes that once he completes the commission and gets that item, he will soon be able to be on par with 'The King of the Five Seas' Nast and others, turning the 'Four Kings' of the pirates into 'Five Kings', reducing the seven pirate generals to six."
"Ordinary people may not know this, but as extraordinary beings, we should all know that the 'Four Kings' of the pirates either directly are powerful beings at a high sequence level or have high sequence combat power with the cooperation of extraordinary ships and magical items. Zilingerus wants to be recognized and equal to them, and he must also have a similar level, so that's why I made such a speculation."
I only know that 'The King of the Five Seas' Nast is a powerful being at sequence 4, and I don't know his potion name... Klein listened quietly without easily expressing his opinion.
"Sun" Deric Berg, although completely not understanding the event described by "The Hangman", had no idea who was who, but he still listened attentively, feeling that a new door was opening before his eyes.
Pirates? The place where they live has the ocean claimed in the books? That's quite different from the environment around the Silver City... They seem never to worry about the curse problem, not worried about the invasion of dark things... It's really very curious... Um, "Mr. Fool" warned, don't ask others' secrets casually, that's impolite behavior... Derrick thought silently, carefully examining "The Hangman" and "Justice".
"Your speculation is very reasonable. Of course, it could also be a magical item comparable to a high-sequence powerhouse." "Justice" Audrey replied with a gentle smile.
"Looking at the 'Hanged Man' at the top of the thick gray fog, he deliberated for a moment and looked at "Justice" emphasizingly:
"Last time I described two key points. One is that Zilinger will stay in Beckland for a long time, and the other is that it involves a very important and possibly very magical item."
So, Mr. Fool, are you not attracted? You have plenty of time to let your companion go to Beckland... Alge silently added in his mind, but he didn't dare to say it directly, he could only give a gentle nod.
"Mr. Hangman, you don't need to repeat yourself. I understand what you mean... However, my strength doesn't support me getting involved in this matter, and I also can't leave Tingen without permission..." Klein leaned back in his chair, rather helplessly thinking.
Not about the companion, but I could find two relatively powerful extraordinary individuals to help...
One is Dali, who has already advanced to sequence 6, but I can't possibly explain all the circumstances to her, at most mentioning that the intelligence report says "Hurricane Commander" Zilinger infiltrated Beckland and is residing in a certain street, planning to do something... In that case, Dali is likely to directly mobilize the night watchman's power, making things very chaotic and troublesome... In the end, if you guys still can't find a helper, well, you can try this, to avoid a tragic incident...
The other is Mr. Azek, but I can't reveal the identity of the Fool to him. To ask him to get involved in Zilinger's matter, there's a lack of sufficient and legitimate reasons...
One idea after another flashed through his mind. Klein spoke calmly:
"I understand."
Seeing that the Fool still didn't show any reaction, still not attaching importance to Zilinger's matter, "Alge of Hangman" sighed secretly, suppressing his disappointment, and began to communicate with Miss Justice about the investigation results of this week. "... In conclusion, we have roughly determined the general area of Zilinger's activities and will start a more thorough search. "Audrey briefly described the specific situation, and then, with a mindset similar to that of someone undertaking a major or serious task, said, "We need more information, with a focus on Zilinger's hobbies and habits."
"Hangman" Alger, while recalling, said:
"He loved eating fish, especially those from the ocean, sliced and eaten raw..."
"He enjoyed drinking strong alcohol, and looked down upon champagne and red wine, etc...."
"Once on land, he always sought to vent his emotions on women, and his strong physique made it impossible for a single woman to satisfy him..."
"He was accustomed to using cold weapons and rejected hot weapons."
"He had difficulty staying out of water for a long time. I mean, he would swim or dive once every few days." ...
Audrey remembered each detail, visualizing and fleshing out the character called Zilinger in her mind.
"Hope to succeed and have a pleasant collaboration." After listening quietly, she smiled and spoke.
"Pleasant collaboration." Alger could only force himself to believe in the "Justice" lady with great energy at Beckland.
During their conversation, Klein seemed to be listening attentively, but in fact, his thoughts were scattered and he had thought about a previous question, that is, if "Sun" wanted materials, how to pay the other party.
Despite having barely passed in the study of mysticism, he habitually sought solutions in the realm of ritual magic, which was a path-dependent accumulation from previous successes. "... Previously, I reviewed the internal documents of the Val Nighters and saw the records of the goddess bestowing sacred objects upon her followers. Well, many of these involved rituals with evil gods and demons, and there were descriptions of objects descending... Does this mean that I can, when responding to prayers, 'bestow' items upon the other party, thereby fulfilling the provision of materials...?"
"In my previous attempts, I could only respond to thoughts containing images and sounds... But this doesn't mean it will always be like this... When I advance to sequence 8 and stabilize, perhaps there will be new changes..."
"Also, there is a key point: Can I bring real materials or items into the mist? Um... Well... Ah, those rituals involving evil gods and demons often include a 'sacrifice' section! Can I consider sacrificing things for myself?"
"In this way, perhaps it is really possible to bring real materials and items into the mist..."
"If the attempt is successful, I can directly obtain items and materials from 'Justice', 'Sun', and 'The Hangman' and then 'bestow' them upon myself..."
"Um, 'sacrifice' is a relatively advanced ritual, and I am not yet in contact with it..."
"The most important thing at present is to quickly improve myself!"
Klein regained his thoughts and continued to listen to the three members' conversation in an elevated manner, listening to them discussing from Zilinger's matter all the way to the characteristics of certain monsters.
After a while, he smiled and said:
"Let's stop here for today."
"In accordance with your will." "Sun" Deric and "Justice", "The Hangman" all stood up at the same time.
After cutting off contact with the three members, Klein also quickly fell into the mist and left that mysterious space.
Back in the bedroom, he removed the spiritual barrier and pulled open the curtain of the bulging window, allowing the sunlight outside to shine in.
"There are two important things this week. One is to undergo the examination and advance to sequence 8, and the other is to create the 'Solar Flame Spell'. Its power will even surpass sequence 7, sequence 6..." Klein looked at the street outside, thinking expectantly, "Tomorrow, tomorrow I should be able to receive the report on the paranormal incidents made by Mr. Azek!"