Amidst the raging hurricane, Viscount Stratford was like a helpless leaf that had been blown down, one that could be torn to shreds at any moment.
In such a state, he couldn't react at all, much less speak. All he could do was rely on his Disciplinary Paladin's powerful body to barely hold on, hoping that he wouldn't lose an arm or a head in the terrifying hurricane.
He originally believed that his hunt was a success and that he was about to capture Trissy. Furthermore, he was extremely certain that she didn't have any helpers; therefore, he had placed all his attention on Shermane. To his surprise, he had suddenly become prey, falling into a trap without any warning.
Seeing that the hurricane was beginning to weaken, and that he had only suffered some damage from the impact without suffering any fatal injuries, Viscount Stratford hurriedly attempted to control his body to prepare for the upcoming battle.
At this moment, he felt a stabbing pain in his head as though a sharp dagger had stabbed into it and stirred it a few times.
This feeling was both familiar and unfamiliar to Viscount Stratford. This was because although he had never experienced it directly, he had "attempted" it on many targets and observed their reactions.
This was a Beyonder power he had once been most adept at using.
Psychic Piercing!
Bang!
Having suffered an attack, Viscount Stratford, who had failed to adjust his body's condition, slammed heavily to the ground. The bronze cross fell several meters away with a clang. Tap! Tap!
Tap! Tap! Tap! With Wintry Blade in hand, Xio strode forward and charged at Viscount Stratford, who was struggling to stand up in a daze.
As for Fors, she had already skillfully flipped through Leymano's Travels before Xio rushed out. She unfurled it to a page that resembled a goatskin parchment.
As her fingers moved, the shadows that had appeared around Viscount Stratford came alive once again. They condensed into black chains that coiled around the target, binding him tightly.
Viscount Stratford, who had just recovered and regained his senses, didn't even have the time to choose a punishing target and forbid certain things when he lost his freedom once again. Even his mouth was bound with a shadow chain.
Abyss Shackles!
The Abyss Shackles that originated from the Sanguine or Mid-Sequence Beyonders of the Moon pathway!
After using it once, Fors was rather fond of this Beyonder power. She found it very practical, so she later spent gold pounds to get Mr. Moon, who had already become a viscount, to make the corresponding records.
Bang!
At this moment, Viscount Stratford suddenly erupted with strength that exceeded his previous strength, shattering the shadow chains.
He chose the "binding" around him as the target of punishment!
But at this moment, Xio had already rushed in front of him like a high-speed steam locomotive. With a whoosh, she threw out the transparent triangular dagger.
With a puff, the "Wintry Blade" stabbed into the target's abdomen.
Viscount Stratford's body stiffened once more as his eyes glazed over, as though he had turned into an ice sculpture.
Xio released her hand, allowing the Wintry Blade to stab into the captain's stomach. It was as though she wanted the wraith on the weapon to continue possessing the target and forcefully control him.
Then, she swung her arm, clenched her fist, and smashed it below Viscount Stratford's ear.
Under the double blow, Viscount Stratford fainted without even a grunt, his stiff body collapsing once more.
After completing this strike, Xio left her back to Fors. She walked past the swaying Viscount Stratford, who had the "Wintry Blade" in his stomach, and ran towards Sherman, who was still sitting on the wooden crate.
Fors flipped through Leymano's Travels once again, using another Beyonder power to add another layer of binding to Viscount Stratford. Then, she walked out of the row of wooden crates she was hiding in and approached the ancient bronze cross.
The scene she had just seen made her suspect that it was an item at the demigod level. According to the official Beyonders, it was a Grade 1 Sealed Artifact.
And the process of Viscount Stratford carrying it and using it made her believe that the negative effects of the cross weren't that direct. She could attempt to pick it up.
Of course, as a former Astrologer, Fors took out the pure crystal ball as she walked and quickly did a divination.
No problem … Fors glanced at the outcome and sped up her pace.
At this moment, Xio had already rushed in front of Sherman. Looking at her friend who had become rather beautiful, she was momentarily at a loss for words.
In her eyes, there was something wrong with Sherman's state.
This Demoness's hair was all fluttering, and every strand had turned thick like thin snakes.
At the tip of the "thin snakes," some had eyes, while others had their mouths split open. They looked extremely strange and terrifying.
On Sherman's face, mysterious patterns that resembled black paint seeped out from her skin as they rapidly spread throughout her body.
Her slightly hollow eyes quickly reflected Xio's appearance as she gradually regained some of her luster. There was a hint of confusion and pain in her eyes.
She immediately opened her mouth and stuttered, "Xio … I'm in so much pain …"
"Xio … I'm in so much pain …"
Xio's vision blurred.
Although she had a lot of general knowledge regarding the details of the mysterious World — after all, Tarot's discussions were too high-end, and MI9's information was biased towards secret organizations — she still knew quite a bit about losing control. In the circles of unaffiliated Beyonders, this was something that couldn't be avoided.
Therefore, Xio knew that Sherman had already begun to lose control. It was irreversible, and it would only worsen.
Sherman seemed to realize her state. She panted and revealed a poignant smile as she spoke with great difficulty.
"Kill me … I've done … many wrong things that I need to repent for … I've also obtained … what I wanted …"
Xio's tears dripped down. Without any hesitation, she pulled out her backup weapon — an ordinary revolver.
She then pressed the revolver against Sherman's forehead.
Sherman smiled as a charming luster appeared in her eyes once again.
"Call me, call me Sherman …"
"Sherman." Xio's face couldn't help but scrunch up as her eyes turned misty.
Bang! Bang! Bang!
She repeatedly pulled the trigger and fired the bullets inside.
Flowers bloomed one after another, red and beautiful.
Upon seeing this scene, Fors subconsciously pursed her lips.
Two seconds later, she let out a long sigh, bent down, and extended her hand towards the bronze cross.
The moment her fingers touched the item, it was as though she had touched a flame. It was hot and scorching, burning her soul.
Fors instinctively retracted her hand, alarmed and puzzled.
She remembered that Viscount Stratford had never acted in such a manner before!
As her thoughts raced, Fors glanced at Viscount Stratford and kicked the bronze cross towards the nearby Xio.
"Give it a try.
"Also, we have to leave immediately. The commotion just now will definitely attract the official Beyonders! Also, who knows what the person who left the 'message' will do! "
Xio's eyes were red as she didn't say a word. She bent down and picked up the bronze cross. Throughout the entire process, she didn't show any signs of discomfort.
Uh … Fors didn't ask any questions as she walked to the stiff Viscount Stratford's side and warily looked around.
After Xio put away the bronze cross, she carried Sherman's corpse and took two steps back to Viscount Stratford's side.
"That item is very precious, and his status is also very important. We will definitely become the targets of the royal family's pursuit. We have to interfere …" Fors looked down at Viscount Stratford as she muttered to herself in thought.
She quickly made a decision. She raised her hands, lowered her head, and piously chanted Mr. Fool's honorific name.
She didn't believe that giving up the bronze cross for her and Xio would reduce their importance, preventing the royal family from pursuing them. Therefore, without any hesitation, she directly prayed for Mr. Fool's help.
To her, even sacrificing the item to Mr. Fool was better than staying at the scene.
Almost at the same time, she saw a holy angel with twelve pairs of flaming wings on its back.
This angel released a phantom and descended from the sky, using its flaming wings to wrap around her and Xio.
After this scene vanished, Fors was just about to say something when her body suddenly trembled. She sensed a terrifying and evil feeling flowing out of the void.
Her eyes focused as she squatted down without any hesitation. She reached out her hands and grabbed Xio and Viscount Stratford's calves.
At the same time, on the bracelet she wore on her wrist, the last dark green stone with burn marks emitted a light blue and illusory glow.
In an instant, Fors, Xio, Viscount Stratford, and Sherman's figures turned transparent as they vanished from their spots.
In the blink of an eye, they had left the dock area and appeared in the outskirts of St. George Borough.
During this process, Fors had also used her Beyonder powers as a Scribe to successfully "Copy" a "Journey."
After observing her surroundings and confirming that there was no one around and that it was a mountain forest, Fors released her grip on Xio and Viscount Stratford's calves and straightened her body.
"With Mr. Fool's angel's blessings, there shouldn't be any danger. The person who left the message definitely won't be able to lock onto us." Fors heaved a sigh of relief and said with some lingering fear, "The one that descended in the end was at least a saint. Thankfully, we escaped quickly …"
Xio gently put down Sherman's corpse and said in thought.
"If the person who left the message is Sherman's supervisor, then she might've already investigated where we live. We can't return there again."
"Yes, let's change locations." Following that, Fors cast her gaze at the unconscious and stiff Viscount Stratford. "You can question them now. Make haste."
As she spoke, she handed Leymano's Travels to Xio and exhorted, "There's Mind-Reading on it.
Use it with candlelight. Also, start with the simple and unimportant questions to lower your resistance. "
Xio received the spellbook with a solemn expression when her wrist suddenly trembled. She couldn't hold onto Leymano's Travels any longer.
Pa! Bronze green.
The notebook fell to the ground as Xio frowned.
"It's like a flame …"
Fors had similar experiences, so after some thought, she said, "Try throwing that cross away."
Xio followed her suggestion and successfully picked up Leymano's Travels.
Xio followed her suggestion and successfully picked up Leymano's Travels.
"It repels other mystical items …" Upon seeing this scene, Fors nodded slightly.
Xio didn't harp on the problem as she quickly prepared a lit candle.
Then, she pulled out Wintry Blade, making Viscount Stratford no longer turn stiff and sluggish as though he had been possessed by a wraith.
When the captain of the royal guards slowly woke up, she triggered the corresponding page of the notebook.
Viscount Stratford instantly turned dazed as all that was left in his eyes was the dim yellow candle flame.
"Why did Sherman approach you?" Xio asked the question she had thought of.
Viscount Stratford answered blankly.
"She wants to investigate who I'm loyal to."
Xio was taken aback as she instinctively asked,
"Who are you really loyal to?"
Viscount Stratford said slowly.
"Of course it's His Majesty."
Lord of the Mysteries
Lord of the Mysteries
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