The Strongest Hunter … Klein was shocked by this title. After thinking about it carefully, he realized that there was no bounty on him.
In other words, Hood's self-description in the World of Dreams was true. He was more of a treasure hunter!
It's a pity that the German Sparrow hasn't killed any of the pirate generals. Otherwise, I'd be the strongest hunter … Klein didn't let down his guard as he stared coldly across from him.
As long as Anderson Hood showed the slightest abnormality, he would immediately throw out the charm in his hand. Anyway, the activation incantation was the same. For him, who was now a Sequence, he could also inject spirituality at the same time.
Upon hearing Admiral of Stars's introduction, Anderson shook his head seriously.
"No, not the Strongest Hunter."
"Oh, he's quite modest …" Klein sighed in his heart.
Anderson chuckled and added,
"If Admiral of Stars still insists on it, it's best to add a restriction in front: Below demigod level.
"Yes, the strongest hunter below demigods."
… I take back what I said earlier … The corner of Klein's mouth twitched slightly.
Upon seeing Admiral of Stars not respond, Anderson's hands naturally drooped down.
"This region of the sea is very dangerous, but it also hides many treasures. I believe the two of you are aware of this as well.
"There were many adventurers, or more accurately, treasure hunters, who entered this place in search of fortuitous encounters. However, most of them didn't make it out alive. Heh heh, I'm talking about most of them. There are definitely some lucky ones who were able to obtain items and materials and successfully leave.
"This treasure hunting group was gathered by two treasure hunters who have experience in this area. They claim that they have figured out which ruins should not be explored in the first half of the safe route, which ruins should be explored, which monsters should be hunted, and which methods should be used to avoid the out-of-control evil creatures.
"I've always been curious about this place, and I was successfully convinced by them to join their treasure hunting group."
"And then?" Admiral of Stars Cattleya's dark purple eyes had long reflected the other party's figure.
Anderson sighed.
"In the beginning, it was very smooth. We avoided danger and obtained quite a number of items left behind by the explorers before us. We also hunted some monsters and obtained several materials.
"The turning point was when we discovered a strange temple on a submerged island. There were quite a number of well-preserved murals there. This gentleman has seen them in the World of Dreams."
He pointed at Klein with his chin.
"That's not the point," Klein replied calmly.
Anderson shook his head with a bitter smile.
"One of the murals was extremely sinister. It depicted a group of pilgrims advancing through a parted sea.
"The leader of this team is depicted as an angel. He has long silver hair that reaches his back, and his facial features are very gentle.
"At the time, I was the first to reach the mural. I reached out my right hand and sketched various lines in the air out of habit. It's true. I didn't touch it. There was at least five centimeters between us. Unexpectedly, the angel in the painting seemed to open his eyes at that moment."
He had silver hair that reached his back, and his facial features were very soft. … Your title of Strongest Hunter must have been forced out of you because you had caused too much trouble … Klein scoffed silently without any sympathy.
"A silver-haired angel?" Cattleya returned with a question.
"Yes, but I don't know which angel it is. At the very least, it hasn't appeared in the various murals of the seven Churches. Of course, it might have been randomly added by the muralist and might not be real." Just as Anderson was about to raise his hand to stroke his hair, he realized that the man in the round-neck shirt, brown jacket, and cap was staring at him coldly. It was as though he would attack without any hesitation if he made any strange movements.
And at that moment, Klein was thinking of something else.
This fellow is very professional when it comes to art. At the very least, the typical person wouldn't be able to understand so many religious paintings.
Having failed to obtain an effective answer, Cattleya immediately turned her head to look at Klein. Her gaze had a hint of inquiry.
She had just heard from Anderson Hood that German Sparrow had seen the mural.
Perhaps, this member of the organization with the Lord's Blessings can recognize which angel it is … Admiral of Stars Cattleya had a baffling feeling that German Sparrow might really know the answer.
Thinking of how Ma 'am Hermit could easily obtain an answer by asking on the next Tarot, Klein didn't hide it.
He simply said, "Tail Devourer Ouroboros."
Tail Devourer Ouroboros? That Angel of Fate? That King of Angels? Cattleya subconsciously pursed her lips as the purple in her eyes turned more obvious.
The last time she heard this name was on the Tarot, thanks to Miss Justice's information.
That was the first time she learned of the existence of a King of Angels. She never expected to encounter a clue in the real World in just a few months!
"Tail Devourer Ouroboros?" Anderson ruminated over the name in a daze.
Klein didn't say a word, looking as though he had no interest in explaining.
Seeing that Admiral of Stars wasn't saying a word, all Anderson could do was laugh out loud and continue.
"Back then, I thought it was a hallucination because nothing abnormal happened after that mural.
"Following that, our team split into two. Most of them were frightened by my description, believing that we shouldn't explore the temple. The remaining one-third yearned for more treasures and set off deep into the temple. We waited an entire day, waiting for the turn of noon and night thrice, but we didn't see them return.
"We were all outstanding treasure hunters, so we knew that something had definitely happened. After some confirmation, we didn't dare stay any longer or wait. We immediately left the temple and boarded a ship to return the way we came. We had already obtained enough, so we didn't wish to take any more risks. "
Wait, none of you have any plans to save your companions? Hmm, the members of an adventurer team that were gathered at the last minute will definitely only care for themselves and their closest friends when they encounter danger … According to my experience, those companions of yours who have disappeared might be eating the corpses' fingers … Klein lampooned, but he didn't reprimand Anderson.
Anderson sighed again and said, "After we left the temple, we discovered some abnormalities in our bodies.
"After we left the temple, we discovered that there were some changes to our bodies. On one hand, we became very unlucky. No matter what we did, nothing went smoothly. Even when we were quietly drinking a few mouthfuls of light beer, we would discover that someone had mistaken the barrel for a toilet and peed in it. Well, this wasn't my experience. It was my companion's.
"On the other hand, we obtained control over our bodies in the dream. We were no longer in a daze, knowing something but being unable to take action. Therefore, a portion of my companions, about a third of the original number, ventured deep into the World of Dreams out of curiosity. Heh heh, they never returned."
Cattleya, who was listening silently, asked, "On the other hand, we obtained control over our bodies in the dream.
She asked, "What happened to their bodies in the real World?"
"They mutated into monsters and killed many of our remaining companions, as well as most of the sailors." Anderson took a deep breath. "Although we successfully killed those monsters, we lacked enough sailors and encountered a series of unfortunate events. We didn't reach the island before the storm, so our ship sank and so did our loot. The rest of our companions either drowned, were struck to death by lightning, or were eaten by the monsters in the water. I didn't see all of them with my own eyes.
"I was the only one who was slightly stronger and luckier than them. I was tossed away by the waves and successfully swam to this island. I began to try to make a canoe to get out. Heh, as you can see, my last axe was shattered and reflected in my dream."
Anderson's last sentence was directed at Klein.
What an ill-fated treasure-hunting team … Klein drew a crimson moon for him in his heart.
He believed that Anderson's description was likely true. His experience didn't seem fabricated out of thin air, but it was unknown if he was hiding anything.
Perhaps, Anderson had really gone deep into the temple and ate the corpse's finger, but he had come out thinking that he was fine. Perhaps, he had already explored several places in the World of Dreams and had suffered from unnoticeable corruption in the dreams of certain unknown creatures.
After Anderson Hood recounted his experience, he smiled at Admiral of Stars Cattleya and an unknown person.
"Do I have the honor of riding the Future?
"I'll pay the fare."
He looked like he was willing to let them name a price.
Cattleya turned her head again and looked at Klein, as though asking him if he would agree.
Does that mean you're more inclined to agree? Aren't you going to do a check? Even I have to head above the gray fog for a divination before I can give a clear answer. Why are you so confident? A Sequence 5 Beyonder power of a Mystery Pryer? Klein deciphered some information from Cattleya's glance.
Just as he was hesitating and guessing, Anderson anxiously said,
"I'm very familiar with the upcoming sea route!
"I can help you avoid the dangers lurking in the safe sea route. I can tell you which ruins you can't explore and allow you to avoid the singing of mermaids in time!"
"Singing of mermaids?" Klein's eyes nearly lit up. It wasn't easy for him to maintain his image as a German Sparrow.
"Yes, it's a day's journey from here. I'm referring to a day in the outside world. We'll circle around a ruin and turn …" At this point, Anderson suddenly came to a realization as he closed his mouth with a smile. He didn't speak further.
Klein thought for a moment, took out a gold coin in front of Anderson, and recited in a low voice, "That's right.
He softly recited, "There's a problem with Anderson Hood."
…
He repeated it seven times, following the standard procedure of divination, but in fact, he didn't expect an answer.
He was probing the other party.
If there really was a problem with Anderson, he would likely show signs of guilt. After all, he couldn't confirm German Sparrow's divination standards, so he couldn't be certain that his interference would succeed.
Clang!
The gold coin bounced up and down. Klein glanced at it and stuffed it into his pocket.
"No problem."
I'll head above the gray fog to confirm it later … Klein added inwardly.
Cattleya looked at Anderson and nodded.
"I agree to your request.
"But after we leave these waters, you have to split half of your items with me. If you don't have anything, I don't want anything."
Anderson fell silent for a few seconds before revealing a smile again.
"Deal!"
Having found a way out, he clearly relaxed a little as he smiled.
"Also, I have to remind you that although my bad luck is only limited to myself, you have to be careful. This is because I might attract monsters. Of course, I believe that with you, Admiral of Stars, this gentleman, and me, our safety can still be guaranteed."
Just as he said that, the entire island suddenly trembled. Smoke and dust emanated from the primordial forest.
"Don't tell me a monster really came …" Anderson subconsciously widened his mouth.
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