Viscount Stratford … The captain of the royal family's royal guards … From this position, the Great Smog of Baekeland does have the shadow of a particular faction of the royal family behind it. As for who it is, it needs to be investigated … Klein temporarily couldn't find the time to verify Trissy's answer, so all he could do was let Señor chuckle.
"I find it unbelievable that you were able to tell me the clues so easily."
Trissy said with a scoff and self-deprecating tone, "It's because this is a good thing for me.
"Because to me, this is a good thing. I can see that you and the forces you represent are very interested in the real plot of the royal family and those guys behind the scenes. If I can provide some effective clues to cause you to clash with them and let the real conspirators surface, I will be very happy. This will help me in my revenge, and it will be of great help."
According to this logic, does it mean that I can also use you to investigate this matter and fish out the true mastermind behind the scenes, allowing my faction to hide in a safe and secluded place before I obtain any effective information … Eh, wasn't Trissy's words just now to induce me to have a limited cooperation with her, and she's willing to become a minesweeper to uncover the truth … She expressed the value of being used … She's afraid that I'll eventually decide to kill her … Klein roughly understood what Trissy was really trying to express as he controlled the Wraith and said, "That makes sense.
"That makes sense. I should do the same.
"I believe there's no need for me to threaten or tempt you. You will attempt to make contact with Viscount Stratford after you recover from your injuries."
The corners of Trissy's mouth curled up.
"I just hope that he doesn't like men."
It's not like there's no way to resolve this. If you already have a Sequence 5, you can consider switching to the Hunter pathway's Sequence 4 Iron-blooded Knight … Also, have you forgotten your past self? Why are you becoming more and more accustomed to using the powers of a Demoness of Pleasure to deal with men … Klein lampooned as he made Señor laugh.
"That's not a problem. You can show him your past photos."
Trissy was taken aback as her expression turned slightly distorted. She felt as though the shame buried deep in her heart had been dug out and exposed to the light of day.
Her delicate eyes were covered with a layer of anger that stemmed from embarrassment. Her pale face instantly flushed red from her injuries.
Trissy quickly restrained her emotions, chuckled, and said in a low, hoarse voice,
As expected of Admiral of Blood. He indeed has a deep understanding of the Demoness pathway.
She wasn't sure before. I thought that the Demoness Sect and Rose School had cooperated before, so she believed that Admiral of Blood knew the secrets of the Assassin pathway. That was why she made that joke … Regardless, it's not nice to mock someone's gender … Hmm, this does match Admiral of Blood's persona … One of the rules of a Marionettist is "remember, every marionette has its own setting"? From the looks of it, the reason why Trissy mentioned the photos of the past is purely to vent the joy and excitement of torturing and eliminating an enemy. She didn't pay special attention to the details in the description … Klein nodded in thought and controlled Señor.
"At my level, I will always understand many secrets."
He didn't continue the topic.
"How can I contact you?
"During your investigation of Viscount Stratford, I might be able to provide you with some help."
Trissy reached her hand to her ear and grabbed a handful of smooth, raven-black hair. Then, ghostly-blue ice condensed and sliced off a lock of it.
She then spread out the hand that held the lock of black hair, allowing a pitch-black silent flame to emerge and burn the strands of hair to ashes.
The ashes weren't blown up by the cold winds in the sewers. Instead, they shrank inwards, forming a black blob that resembled paste.
"Smear it evenly on the mirror. I'll know that you're looking for me. I'll use that mirror to communicate with you in the future." Trissy flicked her wrist and threw the black blob at Señor. "This can be used about five times. That's enough."
As Señor was only a marionette, Klein wasn't worried that he would accidentally catch the black sticky blob. After taking a few looks at it, he stuffed it into his pocket.
Trissy fell silent for a few seconds before biting her lips.
"If I need some help, how should I contact you?"
That's a problem … Klein wished that she could directly summon Miss Messenger, Reinette Tinekerr. After all, as long as Trissy inquired about Admiral of Blood's recent situation, she would know that the wraith was backed by the German Sparrow. This was something that couldn't be concealed.
After a few seconds of consideration, he decided to be more cautious. He believed that it wouldn't be too late to change the method of contact after Trissy really discovered it.
After all, she's not a trustworthy person … She might be avenging Prince Edessak out of sincerity, but it's likely that she has other motives, such as avenging herself … Klein made Señor look around and say, "There are many secrets hidden in this sewer.
"There are many secrets hidden in this sewer. I come here often. You can leave any help you need here in words.
"If it's urgent and you can't do it in time, you can contact the person from before and get him to leave a message here."
Trissy slowly nodded.
"Alright."
Seeing that the exchange was almost over, Klein prepared to let Señor leave.
At this moment, his "gaze" swept across Trissy's hands and discovered that the sapphire ring that's comparable to a Grade 0 Sealed Artifact had vanished!
I noticed it just now and thought that she had changed her hand to wear it on another finger, but it's really gone … From the looks of it, she paid quite a considerable price to escape Prince Edessak's Red Rose Manor and escape Ince Zangwill and 0-08's control! The mark left behind by the Primordial Demoness has vanished as well? Klein thought for a moment and made Admiral of Blood Señor laugh.
"There's one more thing.
"Which evil god did you sell your soul to?"
Trissy looked deeply at the middle-aged man in front of her.
"The Primordial Demoness."
… Didn't you want to escape that strange state back then? Didn't you want to become less and less like yourself? Why are you turning back now? Don't you know that by changing your name to Trissy Cheek, they had the intention of making you the Primordial Demoness's vessel? No, she really doesn't know. She doesn't even understand the meaning of the name Cheek … Using all my strength to escape fate is to further integrate into fate … At that moment, Klein felt an inexplicable fear towards fate and deities.
He forced Señor to smile.
"It's hard for me to believe that you answered so easily."
Trissy's eyes turned a little misty as she gave a self-deprecating laugh.
"Because this is a problem to me, not a secret.
"One more person knowing might increase the hope of solving the problem. Even if the hope is very slim, it's better than nothing."
While solving the problem, there's a high chance that it will also get rid of you … Klein didn't speak further.
After some thought, he said, "When you get close to Viscount Stratford and those fellows hiding behind the scenes, take note of whether you often encounter coincidences."
The deeper the investigation into the Great Smog of Baekeland, the more likely it was for Ince Zangwill and 0-08 to notice it!
"Coincidence …" Trissy was taken aback as she repeated the word.
At that moment, she recalled the coincidences she encountered back at Red Rose Manor.
Amidst her thoughts, she suddenly looked up, only to discover that Admiral of Blood Senor, who was wearing a dark red coat and an old triangular hat, had long vanished.
…
The next morning, Klein woke up on time. With the help of his valet, Richardson, he wore his coat.
Just as he arrived at the dining hall, he saw Walter standing by the door, waiting respectfully.
"Sir, your schedule today is mainly to participate in an afternoon tea at Member of Parliament Macht's place," Walter dutifully reminded his employer.
He was old-fashioned, solemn, and meticulous, no different from usual. It was impossible to tell that he had been to the sewers last night.
Klein nodded with a smile as though nothing had happened.
"I haven't forgotten."
He then entered the dining hall and enjoyed the rather exquisite food that was beginning to repeat itself.
There's not enough variety for breakfast … Klein focused on finishing his meal, put down his knife and fork, and sighed.
"I miss my hometown a little. Get the chef to prepare a Desi pie tomorrow."
"Yes, sir. I should've thought of this earlier," Housekeeper Taneja replied apologetically.
Klein waved his hand, indicating that she didn't mind it. Then, he took a stroll in the garden.
After doing all of this, he returned to the third floor to read the remaining newspapers until his etiquette teacher, Wahana, arrived.
Wahana was still dressed appropriately with an elegant bearing. She smiled at Dawn Dantès and said, "I heard that you will be enjoying afternoon tea at Ma 'am Riana's place today.
"I heard that you're going to enjoy afternoon tea at Madam Riana's place today. The focus of this class will be afternoon tea etiquette …"
Klein maintained his smile as he listened attentively, asking questions from time to time.
Thirty minutes later, Walter knocked on the door and entered.
"Sir, a servant from Member of Parliament Macht's place just came to say that today's afternoon tea has been canceled because Ma 'am Riana's daughter, Miss Hazel, is sick. She's very sorry and wishes to invite you again next week."
Hazel is sick? Because of last night's fright? If it were an ordinary person, it wouldn't be impossible. But for a Beyonder, a Beyonder who can enhance their physique, the chances are very low …
Furthermore, Hazel clearly hasn't seen the changes brought about by the potion. Her mental state is still rather healthy, allowing her to perform very well. She doesn't feel any fear, and even if she's frightened, it's unlikely for her to suffer from any psychological ailments … Ailments … A Sequence 5 of the Demoness pathway can infect the people around her with ailments …
Last night, after Trissy sensed a stranger enter the sewers, she secretly spread the ailments? As for Señor in his Wraith state, he wouldn't be infected, so I didn't notice it … This isn't a big problem. Hazel didn't stay in the ailment for long. It's only because of the fright that she didn't recover quickly … From the looks of it, Trissy has really advanced to Sequence 5 … Klein nodded slightly.
"Send my regards to Miss Hazel."
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