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Ricciardo listened quietly, sighed, and handed the ring box containing the "Die of Probability" to Roy King.
He slowly began to speak, under Roy King's slightly bewildered gaze: "The large amount of 'luck' I had accumulated has been almost entirely consumed, and the risk of me continuing to keep the 'Die of Probability' is extremely high. We are unable to cope with the Rose School of Thought's pursuit and can only constantly flee."
"From now on, the 'Die of Probability' will be in your keeping. I will continue to attract the Rose School of Thought's attention."
"Remember, no matter what happens, ensuring its absolute safety is the most important thing."
Ricciardo pointed to the ring box clutched in Roy King's hand, thought for a moment, and added: "If I am fortunate enough to escape the Rose School of Thought's pursuit, I will head to the Berserk Sea and hide in the port city on Oravi Island, north of the Rosted Archipelago."
"You can hand it over to Cano, the bell-ringer of the St. Draco Church of the Church of the Lord of Storms. He will lead you to me."
He paused, "At the latest, two years. If I haven't contacted you within two years, it means I have fallen, and you can then take the 'Die of Probability' directly to Backlund."
Roy King's expression was solemn as he looked at his teacher, who now wore a look of determination. He solemnly promised, "I understand, Teacher. I will protect it with my life."
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Empress Borough, Backlund, Earl Hall's luxurious villa, Audrey's room on the second floor.
After having lunch with Earl Hall, Aaron was led by Audrey to her room. Aaron skillfully found an excuse to send away the ever-present maid, Annie, leaving only the golden retriever, Susie.
Audrey's eyes sparkled as she stared at Aaron, listening to him explain the significance of establishing the Kingdom Atmospheric Pollution Investigation Committee, as she hadn't heard clearly when she was in the hallway earlier.
After finishing that topic, Aaron looked at the cheerful Audrey, remembered Will Auceptin's previous prophecy, hesitated for a moment, and then slowly began to speak:
"Audrey, are you interested in psychology? Would you consider trying to become a Psychiatrist after you come of age?"
"Earl Hall and the Countess are both followers of the Goddess, so they should support you in doing something like that."
The Church of the Evernight Goddess has always encouraged female adherents to work and pursue certain professions. In aristocratic circles, many young ladies and women have become literary critics, musicians, pianists, painters, and so on.
"A Psychiatrist?" Audrey was taken aback. She hadn't known much about this profession before, only occasionally hearing about it. Moreover, what she most wanted to become in her heart was a Beyonder, not an ordinary Psychiatrist.
Aaron nodded, understanding what Audrey was thinking, and deliberately steered the conversation:
"There's a secret organization called the Psychology Alchemists, whose members believe that the mind possesses infinite power and infinite wonders."
"They found the ruins left by Hermes, one of humanity's earliest mystical masters and the creator of ancient hermes, and discovered that Hermes was a mystical master in the field of the mind."
"Secret organization? Psychology Alchemists? Hermes!" Audrey's interest was instantly piqued, her emerald eyes like the purest gems.
Aaron looked at the curious Audrey and added with a smile:
"They believe that the mind holds many secrets, each hidden in a very deep place and difficult to grasp. Exploring those secrets, even a slight mistake, can cause irreparable harm to oneself."
"They also believe that if one can understand the mysteries of the mind, on one hand, it can unearth the power hidden deep within consciousness, accomplishing many wondrous things, and on the other hand, it can influence or even control the minds of others."
"And to achieve these, studying psychology and becoming a Psychiatrist is the most basic step, and the Psychology Alchemists control a Beyonder Pathway in the field of the mind."
"Psychiatrist, Psychology Alchemists..." Audrey silently repeated these two terms in her mind. As Earl Hall's youngest daughter, Audrey had some understanding of the Beyonder world; at the very least, she knew a few Pathways that could lead to becoming a Beyonder.
The simplest and most direct way was to join the Goddess's Church, or alternatively, apply to join MI9. These two Pathways were also the simplest and most feasible methods Audrey knew of at the moment, but she was unwilling to pursue either, as she didn't want to lose her freedom.
"Exploring the mysteries of the mind, hmm, that's truly captivating, but as a secret organization, how does one become such a Beyonder?"
Audrey, who had been somewhat excited, instantly deflated, then turned her hopeful gaze towards Aaron, who was smiling beside her. Aaron understood Audrey's look and responded with a smile:
"I will help you find the potion formula for this Pathway, but it might take a long time. You can add psychology courses to your regular studies; mastering psychological knowledge in advance will be very beneficial for your future development."
Audrey nodded heavily, carefully noting everything Aaron said. If she weren't a little embarrassed, she would have already started dancing in the room to express her current joyful mood.
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Caesar Port, Southern Continent. The sun set, and the afterglow of the setting sun cast its light upon the city.
Sid Watson sat opposite Sharron, with his newly exchanged 200 Loen gold pounds on the table, and holding the Shaman King Klarman's "Book of Secrets" in his hand, his face filled with excitement.
Being so close to Sharron, he naturally chose not to trouble that hidden existence to open the Door of Sacrifice and Grant, and instead directly found Sharron for a spot trade.
After his excitement, Sid Watson looked at Sharron and Maric, who was standing by the door. Remembering how he had almost gotten a potion formula for free, he suddenly felt a bit embarrassed and expressed his gratitude to his two friends who were about to leave Caesar Port.
Sharron did not speak, merely nodded slightly, while Maric stepped forward and gave Sid a hug. The two formally bid farewell.
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North of Paz River Valley, the desolate Vogarde Coast.
A blood moon hung high, its red moonlight illuminating the barren coastline.
A colorful bubble appeared out of thin air, shimmering with strange light under the moonlight. The bubble burst, revealing two figures: Sharron and Maric.
Bernadette wore an Intis-style female shirt underneath, with an indigo patterned captain's coat over it, cream-colored trousers, and knee-high boots. She wore a feathered tricorn hat, dressed like the leader of a pirate ship.
Bernadette floated silently above Sharron and Maric, yet no one could detect her.
This was "Hades's Helm of Invisibility," cast based on "Mystical Reenactment," which allowed her to be invisible. Moreover, based on Bernadette's Sequence, even the "Eyes of Mystery Prying" could not detect her unless it was at the demigod level.
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