"Who's there!"
Luo En spun around abruptly, his "Phantom" instantly pointing into the Darkness. The gun barrel glinted coldly under the dim gaslight, but there was no one in front of him.
No one… He didn't lower his guard, instead activating his Spirit Vision to look around.
However, from the perspective of Spirit Vision, his surroundings remained as calm as usual, without a ripple.
"Am I just being paranoid…?"
"Right, this room is only about ten square meters, how could someone be hiding here?"
Luo En lowered his pistol and returned it to his underarm holster.
...
After a moment of hesitation, he picked up a coin and tossed it into the air.
Heads...
"Was it really just an illusion...?"
"Lachi, did you notice anything?" Luo En turned his head to look at the Orange Cat sprawled on the bed.
"Meow..." The Orange Cat flicked its tail, indicating that everything was normal.
Luo En rubbed his Sun, perhaps he was just too nervous.
"Today's incident might not be a one-off, and I don't know if those Lunatics will still use such a gentle approach next time."
"Hero saving the beauty, I can't believe they came up with that..."
"Lachi, what do you think?" Luo En turned his head to look at the Orange Cat beside him.
"Meow?"
"Sigh." Luo En shook his head.
"Given the potential risks, it seems we have no choice but to consider leaving again."
He had learned during his previous studies that secret organizations like the Rose School of Thought, which originated from other continents and worshipped evil gods, mostly confined their activities to various colonies.
After all, compared to cities in the interior, the colonies had less stringent oversight and a natural breeding ground for their beliefs.
"Thinking about it, this world is still in a state of barbaric development. Workers within the Kingdom live day to day, let alone those in the colonies."
"Clearly, the gods of this world don't seem to want their followers to live well."
...
"The vitality of these local beliefs might be stronger than imagined." The original body's memory knew little about beliefs related to evil gods, but Luo En could still analyze something based on his own experiences.
Should I leave so soon...? Luo En found himself in a dilemma.
To be honest, while the sea was dangerous, there were indeed many opportunities, and he really didn't want to leave.
Moreover, his smuggling operation hadn't even begun yet. He had never forgotten his earlier idea of milking the Kingdom.
He had originally planned to bring back a batch of gold. With that playing card, there were no transportation costs at all. Ignoring taxes and regulations, it would be a huge profit.
Beyonder materials were also good. He had inquired these days, and local Beyonder materials, if transported to Loen, could fetch at least a twenty-five percent premium, with some materials even tripling in price. If they could be transported to a large city like Backlund, the profit would likely be even greater.
If he left now, these businesses wouldn't be possible.
Sigh... No matter what, at least this mysticism course is complete, I didn't lose out, and I even deciphered that notebook with the captain...
"Besides, I still need to apply for a patent..."
Considering the unknown future, Luo En picked up his pendulum and began divination.
...
Looking at the swaying pendulum in front of him, Luo En sighed.
The divination result was that this place was not suitable for a long stay.
If it had been in the past, he might have tried using the mystical item box, which he hadn't used in a long time.
It was stored by Luo En in the space generated by the playing card, the 3 of Diamonds.
However... the recent experience made him abandon that plan.
Firstly, the mystical item box itself was somewhat peculiar, and he wasn't too keen on using it. Secondly, he had a strange premonition.
It felt like someone was peeking at him...
But unlike a certain existence who liked to cast his gaze during showers, this feeling he only detected for an instant, and it wasn't strong.
He also didn't know if it was an illusion.
But... better safe than sorry. Just like that notebook, the mystical item box could be considered his trump card, and it was better not to take it out casually in such special circumstances.
...
The matter of advancement was also of paramount importance. Considering that finding a suitable potion formula through conventional means would take forever.
Luo En planned to visit Roy King one more time before leaving, to see if he could get a Sequence Six potion formula from him this time.
However, unfortunately, this time he was met with a closed Door.
Roy King was not home, at least no one opened the Door for him.
"Not home? Or... doesn't want to see me?" He narrowed his eyes, recalling Roy King's strange attitude during their last meeting.
After waiting for nearly an hour without success, Luo En, having no other choice, could only leave.
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Enmat Street
"I haven't been to this place before." Luo En surveyed the somewhat unfamiliar street. "I don't feel like a Lucky One at all; I actually got lost."
"However, the direction should be fine." Luo En gazed towards the direction of the dock.
"Just go straight."
"Meow..." Lachi poked her head out of the satchel and let out a dissatisfied meow.
"I know, I know, once we get to the dock, I'll get you some food." Luo En soothed the cat in his satchel.
"I can get some fries for myself too."
"Sometimes Rosell is still very useful." Luo En sighed inwardly.
"At least he brought a world with fried chicken and fries."
He suddenly had a flash of inspiration: "Wait, there doesn't seem to be cola? This business might be even more profitable than smuggling..."
...
As he walked, Luo En suddenly stopped.
Strange, why do I always feel something is wrong... He surveyed the familiar-looking street scene, his brows furrowed. "This is the third time I've passed through here."
"Is this street circular?"
...
Mabel's General Store.
The shop owner here was a kind elderly lady, who, as usual, was tidying up the various goods in the shop.
"Huh?"
Suddenly, she noticed something was amiss and instinctively rubbed her eyes.
Something had an unexpected reaction.
"That ring box with the dice, it moved?"
...
Strange, why did I circle back here again?
And, it seems something very important to me is nearby...
"This is? A general store." Luo En, coming to his senses, suddenly found himself in front of a shop.
Should I go in and look around? This thought suddenly appeared in Luo En's mind.
Anyway, it's still early, so looking around isn't out of the question.
Thinking this, he took a step forward, preparing to push open the general store's Door.
"Wait! I'm not buying groceries, what am I doing at a general store? This makes no sense at all." Just as he was about to step inside, Luo En stopped.
"Damn it, there must be something abnormal around here!" He quickly retreated.
"My spiritual intuition seems to be having some issues."
"Lachi, let's get out of here quickly."
"You lead the way this time."
...
In a corner not far away, a certain person who wished to remain anonymous surveyed Luo En's retreating figure thoughtfully.
The convergence is faster than expected... Is there still something he cares about...?