On Tuesday morning, Klein, who had just finished his mysticism class, didn't find a quiet place to read the "Comparison of Ancient and Modern Names" and "Nighthawks Casebook." Instead, he stayed in the recreation room and played cards with Leonard, Kenley, and Royale.
I only asked Mr. Aztec to create a chance to bring out Sealed Artifact 3-0782 … Whether I can grasp this opportunity or not will depend on my improvisation … Klein's mind wasn't on the card table at all, so he kept losing. He lost five soli in an hour, which made his heart ache. He planned to focus on recouping his losses.
After buying the various ingredients for the Flaring Sun Charm yesterday afternoon, his private stash had dropped to less than a pound. Furthermore, he still had to pay two soli a day to rent a carriage to check for houses with dark red chimneys.
While waiting for Kenley to shuffle the cards, he picked up the copper penny in front of him out of boredom and casually spun it.
Suddenly, he noticed that Royale was staring at him with a serious expression.
What's wrong? Klein was taken aback at first, then he saw the crumbling copper penny.
… Is she wary that I'm cheating with divination? There's no need to be so serious when playing cards with teammates … He instantly understood and laughed dryly as he pressed down on the penny.
At that moment, Dunn Smith knocked on the door and entered.
He looked around and said, "There's a situation in Morse Town. Leonard, go and handle it."
Morse Town? Klein perked up and pretended to be curious.
"Captain, what's the situation?"
Dunn scanned the area with his gray eyes and casually explained, "Recently, there have been a few paranormal incidents.
"Over the past few days, there have been a few paranormal incidents. First, when someone passed by the cemetery, they heard someone crying inside and saw a blurry shadow flashing by. Then, a widow woke up in the middle of the night, and when she went to the bathroom, she ran into her late husband and almost fainted. Then, there was an old man who lived alone. He kept hearing heavy footsteps echoing in the house, but as soon as he lit a candle or a gas lamp, everything became quiet again. The residents of this town generally believe in the Goddess, so the local priest reported the situation directly."
It didn't hurt anyone, and it's closer to a prank … It's likely Mr. Azik's doing … Klein used a rehearsed expression and tone as he said, "Captain, there might be some secrets behind the sudden occurrence of a few paranormal incidents. In this regard, divination can give us certain revelations. I think I can help Leonard."
Upon hearing that, Leonard's green eyes immediately stared at Klein, as if he was trying to find clues from his face.
Dunn first nodded, then hesitated in silence.
When Klein saw the Captain's reaction, he immediately added, "Don't worry.
"In the end, some things may need ritualistic magic to completely purify them."
"Makes sense." Dunn thought for a moment and said, "Then you and Leonard will go to Morse Town together."
Before anyone could say anything, he added, "Well, you probably won't be able to make it for the afternoon's combat practice. I'll get someone to inform Gawain."
Phew, the first step is complete … Klein heaved a sigh of relief and quickly packed up the soli and pennies in front of him.
Halfway through, he suddenly froze. He turned to look at Dunn and solemnly said,
"Captain, I think we have to prevent the worst-case scenario. If there's a powerful wraith behind the paranormal incidents, it might be very dangerous for Leonard and me alone. And from Tingen City to Morse Town, it will take two, uh, three hours, right? Even if we send a telegram in time to ask for help, it will take a long time … "
"So?" Dunn interrupted him.
"I hope to get the help of another teammate." Klein pretended to ponder and said, "Furthermore, according to the rules, three or more Nighthawks can apply to use a Grade 3 Sealed Artifact when working together. Yes, 3-0782 is most suitable to resolve this problem."
Upon hearing this, Leonard chuckled and said,
"This is indeed your style. Cautious, careful, and never taking risks."
You seem to be saying that I'm a coward … I'm someone who has looked directly at the Eternal Blazing Sun before! Klein pretended not to hear Leonard's words and looked sincerely at Dunn Smith.
"Captain, what do you think?"
"Indeed, we have to prevent any accidents. There have been too many coincidences recently …" Dunn nodded as though in thought. He looked at the other two team members and said, "Kenley, go to Morse Town with Leonard and Klein. Well, quickly draft an application. After I sign it, go to Chanis Gate and retrieve Sealed Artifact 3-0782."
"Alright." The short Kenley put down the cards in his hand.
Alright! Klein clenched his fists and cheered in his heart, but on the surface, he looked uneasy and cautious.
At that moment, Seeka Tron was monitoring Hood Eugen in the mental asylum, while Frye was on duty at Chanis Gate.
After leaving the recreation room, Klein put on his black tuxedo, took his hat, and cane, and waited for Kenley at the staircase that led underground with Leonard.
There was no one around, and it was quiet and desolate. Leonard suddenly turned to look at Klein.
"I think you should give up on your unrealistic fantasies."
"Ah … What?" Klein replied in a daze.
Leonard took a step forward, stood at the edge of the stairs, and looked down into the deep abyss.
He looked down and said, "Even in a mission, you won't be able to discover my secret and understand my uniqueness."
… Classmate, can you not be so narcissistic … So you thought that I volunteered to participate in this mission to observe you in secret? I hadn't thought of that at all! Klein was first enlightened, then he chuckled.
"How are you so sure that my uniqueness won't help me discover your secret?"
Leonard's expression turned solemn, but he immediately broke into a smile.
"Is that so? Then I'll wait for your discovery. "
Once I gather more information and items, I'll head above the gray fog and help you do a divination. You're welcome! Klein cursed in his heart.
Not long after, the short and capable Kenley appeared on the winding staircase with the Mutated Sun Sacred Emblem.
Feeling the unique warmth and purity, Klein heaved a sigh of relief. He knew that he had finally completed the first and most difficult step in his plan to steal the power of the Eternal Blazing Sun's divine blood.
Following that, the three of them left the Blackthorn Security Company and arrived at Zouteland Street. They walked towards the carriage that belonged to the Nighthawks.
"… The purification effect won't affect the horses, right?" Kenley suddenly asked uneasily. "I don't want a horse that only knows how to praise the Sun to pull the carriage …"
He had only been a Nighthawk longer than Klein, but he wasn't very experienced.
"No, Sealed Artifact 3-0782 only purifies creatures with higher intelligence," Klein replied in a low voice.
If it wasn't for that, I wouldn't have been bitten by the mosquitoes … he added in his heart.
"So that's how it is … Heh heh, I didn't read the information carefully enough back then." Kenley pressed down on his black top hat and laughed in enlightenment.
As Klein hadn't mastered the skill of driving a carriage, he sat in the carriage for the next three hours, caressing Sealed Artifact 3-0782 in his palm as he watched Leonard and Kenley take turns driving.
They finally arrived at Morse Town around lunchtime.
"How beautiful …" Kenley exclaimed sincerely as he got off the carriage and looked at the endless golden wheat fields around the town.
The Volcano constellation was coming to an end, and the Harvest constellation was about to dominate everyone's lives.
Leonard stood in the carriage driver's seat and looked around. He opened his mouth as though he was trying to compose a sonnet.
But in the end, he only managed to say one sentence.
"How beautiful."
Klein held back his laughter, put on his top hat, grabbed his cane, and got off the carriage.
Just then, a middle-aged man in a black priest robe walked over. He drew a crimson moon on his chest and said, "Praise the Goddess.
"Praise the Goddess, are you friends sent by Saint Selena Church to help us?"
"Yes, Priest Sirius. May the Goddess bless you." Leonard jumped off the carriage and replied with a smile, "We're here to deal with the recent paranormal incidents."
"Suspected, suspected," the gray-haired, blue-eyed Sirius emphasized when he saw many townspeople approaching.
Morse Town was not very big. No matter which direction one walked in, it would take at most ten minutes to reach the plains. It was difficult for the people who lived here not to know each other. What happened before had already spread like wildfire.
Therefore, many of the townsfolk who were eagerly waiting for the Church of the Evernight Goddess to send someone to resolve the problem couldn't hide their curiosity and concern when they saw the priest welcoming the three strangers. Some of them tiptoed, while others tried their best to listen.
Leonard chuckled.
"Priest, don't worry. We're professionals. Look, we brought holy water, silver daggers, dark holy emblems, and garlic."
As he spoke, he magically took out the described item from the inside pocket of his clothes.
Garlic? Are you trying to kill the ghost with a pungent smell? Klein looked at Leonard's performance in exasperation and amusement.
Siur, on the other hand, was perplexed. He even began to suspect that Saint Selena Church had hired a bunch of scammers.
The onlookers, on the other hand, all showed gratified smiles, as if they had finally been rescued.
Leonard approached Priest Siur and whispered into his ear, "Don't worry.
"That's what they believe …"
Without waiting for Siur to snap out of his daze, he added, "That's all they believe …"
"Let's settle our lunch at the cathedral first before we deal with those incidents."
Yes, lunch is very important … After we deal with those paranormal incidents, it will be time to take turns guarding Sealed Artifact 3-0782. That will be the opportunity for me to make the Flaring Sun Charm … I hope everything goes smoothly … Of course, the Flaring Sun Charm has to be made during the day to achieve the best results … Klein thought expectantly.
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