"I come from underground …"
Upon seeing the ghastly white words appear on the full-body mirror, Klein felt a chill run down his back. His pupils dilated as he instinctively wanted to switch places with the marionette next door.
And in the room where his valet was, Enuni, who was lying silently, had already opened his eyes.
The corresponding spot in his stomach swelled up before shrinking back. It was as though there was a second heart growing there, one that beat extremely slowly.
At the same time, the scene that Arrodes had presented when answering "Him" about "His" origins flashed across Klein's mind.
Large amounts of black, sticky liquid surged out of the holes in the ground. They twisted and expanded, growing out hands and feet of varying numbers, turning into monsters. During this process, a point of light was spewed out along with the black liquid and landed on a rock. It fused with the rock and turned into a silver mirror with ancient patterns with black gems on both sides. It was Arrodes's true body.
It really came from underground … Furthermore, this underground is the same as the underground sealed by the bronze door in the abandoned castle … I actually didn't make the connection before … There's nothing I can do about it. There are too many things that involve the underground. Most of them don't have any special meaning, just like coal … Yes, before today, I didn't believe that there was anything special about involving the underground … Klein controlled the urges in his heart and ignored the horror of Arrodes's answer.
Without any change in expression, he said, "What's the exact situation?"
The ghastly white words squirmed and changed, giving him a baffling feeling as though he was about to cry.
"Great Master, I'm not sure about the exact details either. I only gained true consciousness when I came to the surface and became a mirror. I don't have any memories of the past.
"By the way, there's something that might be related. Do you want to hear it?"
"Speak." Seeing that Arrodes's attitude was fine, Klein heaved a sigh of relief.
The color of the words on the full-body mirror's surface recovered a little, turning rather white:
"Didn't I say it before? I see a pillar of support and dominance from you. And apart from being able to hear a strange calling, I also have a similar feeling towards the underground. This makes me feel warm, making me wish to return and submit. Th-this might be the reason why I became your servant. "
What? The things underground give off a similar feeling to the gray fog? They both involve a pillar of support and dominance? Upon seeing Arrodes's answer, Klein jumped in fright once again. If it wasn't for his Clown powers, he might've lost his composure.
At this moment, he inexplicably thought of a joke he had seen in his previous life and transplanted it to himself.
"What? The thing that the ancient gods feared came from underground?
"What? Arrodes also came from underground?
"What? I'm from the underground too? "
This is simply funny and terrifying … No, this might not be a joke. The original owner of the mysterious space above the gray fog, the creator of the strange door of light, and the existence that pulled the "transmigrators" here, might be from the underground, or might be inextricably linked to the things underground … Thoughts raced through Klein's mind as he thought of many things.
When the indescribable shadow loomed over him, he smiled slightly and mocked himself in his heart.
In any case, there are new clues and directions for the gray fog's transmigration investigation …
Klein composed himself and deliberated before asking, "What's the matter?
"What do the major churches and secret organizations know about the underground things that must be sealed and isolated?"
On the full-body mirror, the white words turned back to silver:
"There's basically no knowledge. It seems to have been hidden by some power."
Isn't that a "secret" … Klein's brows twitched slightly, but he ultimately didn't say a word.
The silver words on the mirror continued to appear:
"However, there are still some legends that exist in a number of secret organizations.
"In those legends, the underground is described as the lair of Devils and evil spirits. It's the source of the corruption of the human heart, the primordial sin and evil."
The first one is wrong. The underground things that need to be sealed probably have nothing to do with Devils and evil spirits … Legends are actually similar to mysticism symbols. Don't look at what it says. Strip away the exterior and understand what it symbolizes … It symbolizes the fear of the underground, from the body to the soul, from consciousness to emotions? Klein's thoughts raced as he nodded slightly.
"It's your turn to ask a question."
"Great Master, your loyal servant, Arrodes, has a tiny suggestion. Would you like to hear it?" On the full-body mirror's surface, silver words appeared one after another.
"Speak." Klein could vaguely guess what kind of suggestion Arrodes was going to give.
"Before you return to your divine throne, try not to investigate matters related to the underground seal." The silver words quickly squirmed and formed a new sentence.
Indeed … Klein sighed and calmly said, "Next question.
"Next question, how did you confirm that Groselle's Travels appeared after the disappearance of the City of Miracles, Liveseyd?"
The words on the mirror's surface quickly distorted and crumpled into a ball before quickly dispersing:
"It's a revelation and information obtained from the spirit world. As the source was a subsidiary god of the dragons back then, the Dragon of Wisdom, your loyal servant believes that it can be confirmed.
"Great Master, is there a problem?"
How direct … After sighing, Klein instantly thought of how the Dragon of Wisdom, Herabergen, had likely entered the World in the book and approached the bronze door behind the Ancient God's throne. Furthermore, he might have a deep understanding of the underground seal due to his omniscience. He also felt that the ancient dragon seemed to have a deeper meaning in Rosell's Travels.
He could vaguely grasp something, but he couldn't put it into words. He couldn't truly grasp it.
"No," Klein answered Arrodes's question.
Then, he asked a tentative question.
"Why didn't you mention the Dragon of Wisdom's true name?"
"Because I don't dare to directly reveal the true name of a deity." Arrodes used a tactful method to give a definite answer.
Klein nodded and did not ask any further questions.
"It's your turn."
"Great Master, do you have any more questions?" The silver words quickly rearranged themselves on the slightly dark surface of the mirror.
"No, let's call it a day." Klein shook his head.
After saying that, he recalled what happened last time and added, "No, I'll summon you again.
When there are new questions, I'll summon you again. "
The full-body mirror lit up as the silver words shimmered:
"Yes, Master!
"Your loyal and determined servant, Arrodes, awaits your next summoning at any time ~"
This time, it wasn't a simple drawing, but a cat's paw with a white background and a red heart.
… There's something new every time … The corners of Klein's mouth twitched slightly as he looked at the full-body mirror in the bedroom return to normal.
He stood in the darkness, bathed in the crimson moonlight that shone through the curtains. He stood there quietly for a while before returning to bed and using Cogitation to quickly fall asleep.
The next morning, on a Monday morning, Klein woke up fifteen minutes earlier than usual. He brought his valet, Enuni, down to the first floor and said to Butler Walter, "I had a nightmare last night.
"I had a nightmare last night. I want to go to church before breakfast."
Although Butler Walter was surprised, he wasn't too surprised. After all, as long as the cathedral was open, there would be people going at any time.
He quickly arranged for a carriage to send Dawn Dantès to the door.
When Klein arrived at Saint Samuel Cathedral, the door wasn't open yet. He waited until eight before following the first batch of believers into the hall. He found a seat in the first few rows and sat down. Facing the Dark Sacred Emblem, he closed his eyes and focused on chanting the Goddess's honorific name in ancient Hermes in the serene atmosphere.
"The Evernight Goddess who is loftier than the cosmos and more eternal than eternity. You are the Lady of Crimson, the Mother of Concealment, the Empress of Misfortune and Horror, the Mistress of Repose and Silence …"
After chanting the honorific name, he switched to normal Rouen and said almost silently, "There's an ancient castle in the middle of Delaire Forest.
"There is an ancient castle in the middle of Delaire Forest. There is an ancient bronze gate in the depths of the castle. It is sealing a powerful fallen power … How should I eliminate the hidden problem there?"
Klein wasn't testing the deities, but reporting it openly. As for what the Church's reaction would be, and what he could glean from their actions, that was another matter.
After repeating it seven times, he began to pray seriously.
Time ticked by. In the dark, quiet, and peaceful cathedral, Klein stood up and walked out of Saint Samuel Cathedral with his valet, Enuni.
During this process, he didn't receive any revelations, nor did he see the Evernight cloister's matron, Arianna.
This feedback itself also indicated an attitude.
That was, he hadn't reached the level of understanding the underground seal.
…
East Borough, in a two-bedroom apartment.
Fors pulled up the blanket and covered her head.
She hated the curtains here because they were too thin and transparent. They couldn't block out the morning light, and this would seriously affect the quality of her sleep.
I have to change it. No, I might have to move again soon … Just as Fors's thoughts were wandering, she heard the sound of the bedroom door opening and Xio's familiar footsteps.
With a whoosh, her blanket disappeared, and a letter landed on her.
"Your letter. It's from Pritz Harbor," Xio reminded her.
… Teacher's reply. Fors suddenly sat up, tore open the letter, and quickly scanned it.
After a moment of silence, she said, "I have to go out.
"I have to go out. My teacher has already arrived in Backlund … This letter should have arrived two days ago!"
The letter was dated and addressed.
"The mailman here isn't that responsible." Xio glanced at her friend and said, "Is there still time?"
"Thankfully, Teacher said he would wait for me for three days." Fors hurriedly got out of bed and began changing her clothes.
She had a feeling that she would be able to gain a deeper understanding of the House of Abraham and obtain the Traveler's potion formula and certain Beyonder ingredients.
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