Lord of the Mysteries Chapter Summary 421-435

Chapter 421 – Expensive Materials

As the Nighthawks burst into Jason Patrick’s house, they’re met with an eerie atmosphere and an imposing figure in silver armor, stained with dark red blood. The armor’s wearer, Leonard Mitchell, is revealed to be a handsome man with black hair and green eyes, who, after removing his armor, reveals strange, scar-like silver lines on his skin that seem to purify the hot water he bathes in. Leonard’s conversation with an elderly voice in his mind hints at the armor’s sinister origins, connected to an ancient god before the Cataclysm.

Meanwhile, Klein meets with Emlyn White and Father Utravsky at the Harvest Church, where Emlyn displays an uncharacteristic gentleness and calmness. Their conversation reveals Emlyn’s inner turmoil and his struggle to resist the darkness, as well as the complexity of Sanguine worship, which involves the deity Lilith and the Primordial Moon. Klein’s curiosity is piqued as Emlyn mentions the concept of humans becoming Sanguine, which may be linked to the Vampire Sequence and a dark secret involving the blood essence of pure-blooded Sanguines.

The chapter raises more questions than answers, leaving readers wondering about the true nature of the silver armor, the motivations of the Nighthawks, and the secrets hidden within the world of Tingen City, where darkness and ancient powers lurk in the shadows.

Chapter 422 – The True Jason

Klein conjures Jason Beria’s handkerchief in the ancient palace above the gray fog, attempting to divine Jason’s location through a series of magical actions. He writes a divination sentence on a goatskin and begins to chant, eventually entering a state of Cogitation and falling into a deep sleep. In the dream world, Klein sees a mysterious figure, later revealed to be Jason, wearing a human skin disguise, packing suitcases filled with cash and gold bars.

As the dream shatters, Klein realizes Jason’s cunning nature, using a human skin to conceal his true face. He recalls the scenes from the divination, focusing on the distinctive feature of a house with a glass greenhouse, which might lead him to Jason’s location. However, Klein is aware that he needs to tread carefully, as reporting the information too quickly might alert Jason and put himself in danger.

With the revelation still fresh in his mind, Klein decides to wait two days before informing the Nighthawks, taking the time to gather more information and plan his next move. The stakes are high, and Klein must navigate the complex web of secrets and deceit to uncover the truth about Jason Beria and his sinister plans.

Chapter 423 – Winds Arise

Klein interacts with Dr. Aaron, who reveals his wife is pregnant, and Klein suspects the unborn child might be a Snake of Mercury, Will Auceptin, due to Aaron’s recent troubles with nightmares. Klein’s divination skills lead him to believe Will Auceptin might be initiating a new cycle to avoid his enemies. As they converse, a strong gust of wind sweeps through the area, which Klein finds unusual.

Dr. Aaron’s situation leaves Klein torn between informing the Nighthawks and watching from the sidelines, unsure of what the future holds. His thoughts are interrupted by the arrival of Ikanser Bernard, who brings news that the Mandated Punishers have found Jason Patrick Beria. However, the Devil killed two Mandated Punishers and escaped, prompting the Church of the Lord of Storms to dispatch Ace Snake, a powerful Cardinal, to pursue him.

Ikanser’s revelation is accompanied by the unusual wind, which Klein now understands to be connected to Ace Snake’s pursuit of Jason. The sudden development raises more questions, and Klein’s divination attempts fail to provide any further insight, leaving him to wonder what will happen next.

Chapter 424 – The Problem of Change

Klein’s conversation with Ikanser Bernard continues, as they discuss the possibility that the Desire Apostle might not be Jason Beria. Ikanser takes Klein’s caution seriously and agrees to investigate further. With the Church of the Lord of Storms’ powerful Cardinal, Ace Snake, on the hunt, Klein advises Ikanser to be cautious and reminds him that the Devil will likely detect any attempts to gather information. Ikanser leaves to inform the Nighthawks, leaving Klein to ponder his own involvement and potential rewards.

Meanwhile, Ikanser meets with the Nighthawks, including Leonard Mitchell, who is tasked with using the magic mirror, Arrodes, to locate the Desire Apostle. The mirror reveals a luxurious villa in Backlund, complete with a glass greenhouse and bright red roses. The team realizes they’ve been misled and that the Jason Beria they’ve been chasing might be a decoy.

As the scene unfolds, the tension builds, and the Nighthawks prepare to take action, suspecting that the Desire Apostle plans to cause a massive incident. The chapter ends with Leonard awaiting the mirror’s question, his usual frivolity replaced by nervous anticipation.

Chapter 425 – Under the Roses

Duke Negan’s pleasure is abruptly interrupted as his mind buzzes with an uncontrollable explosion of sensations, leaving him shaken and vulnerable. His Wind-blessed guard and secretary sense a mysterious, spiritual smell, leading the secretary to investigate the attic where he confronts the Desire Apostle. The devilish entity, covered in a thick black liquid, unleashes fireballs and chaotic energy, but the refined secretary manages to deflect the attacks using his unique abilities.

As the battle rages on, the secretary’s body begins to take on rusted red marks, and he coughs up blobs of congealed blood. The Desire Apostle, too, begins to cough up rusted blood, revealing that the Language of Foulness has partially backfired on him. Meanwhile, the Wind-blessed attends to Duke Negan, removing any potential threats and helping him recover from his weakened state.

With his secretary struggling against the Desire Apostle, Duke Negan uses his conch necklace to call for aid, blowing into it and summoning the Holy Wind Cathedral’s power. The tide rushes in, signaling the start of a new and intense confrontation.

Chapter 426 – 1-42

The Desire Apostle, still reeling from the Language of Foulness’ partial backfire, is suddenly confronted by a figure clad in blood-stained silver armor, who has seemingly appeared out of nowhere. The armor’s presence sends the Desire Apostle into a panic, and he attempts to use his Beyonder powers to sense the emotions and desires of the mysterious figure, only to find that they are completely blocked.

In a desperate bid to escape, the Desire Apostle raises his bat wings and summons blue flames, but the silver armor is relentless, severing his fingers and dismembering his body in a gruesome display. As the Desire Apostle’s body parts fall to the ground, Leonard Mitchell, the wielder of the silver armor, reveals that the Desire Apostle has abandoned his physical body and left behind only a shadow.

With time running out, Soest instructs the Nighthawks and Machinery Hivemind members to keep ordinary people at bay and follow Leonard as he pursues the Desire Apostle’s shadow. Meanwhile, Soest begins to investigate how the Desire Apostle knew the duke’s exact whereabouts and timing, suspecting that there may be a mole within the duke’s inner circle.

Chapter 427 – The Choice of The Times

Klein, in his Spirit Body state, discovers the Desire Apostle in the murky sewers and unleashes a soundless screech that directly damages the soul, causing the Desire Apostle to stumble. The Desire Apostle’s shadow disperses, turning into a pitch-black liquid that flows in all directions, making it difficult to track. However, Klein expects this tactic and allows the shadow to lunge at him, only to be frozen stiff due to Klein’s influence as the Dark Emperor.

The Desire Apostle tries to resist but is powerless against Klein’s holy light, which ultimately kills him. As the Desire Apostle’s spirit begins to dissipate, Klein considers possessing the shadow to speed up the process of obtaining his Beyonder characteristics. But before he can act, he senses the approach of Leonard Mitchell, the wielder of the silver armor, and quickly wraps up the Desire Apostle’s spirit and disappears.

Back in the real world, Klein returns to his body and begins preparing to communicate with the Desire Apostle’s spirit, hoping to extract important information before it dissipates.

Chapter 428 – The Scapegoat

In the Prime Minister’s residence, Aguesid Negan meets with Earl Hall to discuss the recent assassination of the Duke. Earl Hall, a member of the Conservative Party, is shocked but composed, and Prime Minister Aguesid briefs him on the details, revealing that the assassin, Patrick Jason, was a Devil who had been disguised as a banker for over a decade. Aguesid suspects that Jason was instigated by a person or faction, but the investigation is hindered by the lack of evidence and the involvement of the mysterious Hero Bandit Dark Emperor.

As they deliberate on how to proceed, Earl Hall suggests scapegoating the Feysac Empire for instigating the assassination, while Prime Minister Aguesid proposes using the Aurora Order as a target to distract from their own involvement. They plan to fabricate evidence and create a narrative that will appease the masses and justify future military action against the Feysac Empire.

Meanwhile, Klein, still reeling from his recent encounter with the Desire Apostle, returns to his body and begins preparing to communicate with the Apostle’s spirit. He reflects on the information he received through spirit channeling, aware of the intricate web of politics and deception unfolding around him.

Chapter 429 – Various Parties

Klein stands behind the oriel window, feeling relaxed and tranquil as he reflects on recent events. He’s relieved that the Desire Apostle is dead and that the Aurora Order’s search for The Fool’s believers is still ongoing. However, he’s aware that he needs to advance to Sequence 6 to ensure his safety, and to do so, he must gather the necessary ingredients, including the mutated pituitary gland and blood of a Thousand-faced Hunter, and the Human-skinned Shadow characteristic.

Meanwhile, Ikanser and Carlson are at the Steam Cathedral, where Ikanser uses the ancient silver mirror, Arrodes, to uncover information about the Desire Apostle’s instigator. Despite the risk of penalty, Ikanser and Carlson take turns asking Arrodes questions, but the mirror’s responses are cryptic and often humorous, leading to awkward moments and humorous interactions between the characters.

As the scene unfolds, Carlson becomes more confident in his interactions with Arrodes, asking questions about the accomplices of the Desire Apostle and uncovering information that suggests there was another partner involved in the assassination of Duke Negan. The chapter ends with Carlson asking another question, leaving the reader curious about what will happen next and what secrets will be revealed.

Chapter 430 – A Brand New Day

Audrey’s eyes widen in surprise as she discovers the mysterious Twilight Hermit Order, an organization so powerful and secretive that even the knowledgeable Mr. Hanged Man is unaware of its existence. She realizes that the Tarot Club is targeting this organization, and a sense of excitement and determination washes over her as she resolves to quickly raise her Sequence to protect her family. As she gazes at her reflection, she vows to become the last line of defense for her loved ones.

Meanwhile, Alger Wilson, the Blue Avenger, arrives at the Cathedral of Waves in the City of Generosity, where he receives a telegram from the Council of Cardinals regarding the assassination of Duke Negan. The council has ordered all Mandated Punishers and priests to pay attention to any matters related to the Hero Bandit Dark Emperor and the tarot ritual. Alger is intrigued by the similarities between this assassination and the failed attempt on the duke’s life by Rear Admiral Qilangos, both of which were foiled by the Dark Emperor, Mr. Fool’s adorer.

As Klein begins his day, he seems unaware of the unfolding mysteries surrounding the Twilight Hermit Order and Duke Negan’s assassination. He goes about his daily routine, opening the door to the foggy morning and retrieving the newspaper from the letterbox, oblivious to the secrets and dangers lurking in the shadows.

Chapter 431 – A Drowning Man Shouldn’t Desperately Clutch at Straws

Klein and Emlyn White, a vampire, engage in a tense conversation as they discuss the purchase of Beyonder ingredients worth 2,450 pounds. Klein’s unusual wealth raises Emlyn’s suspicions, but he agrees to act as an intermediary for the transaction. However, Klein remains cautious, using his wit and cunning to negotiate a safer deal, insisting that Emlyn retrieve the ingredients and meet him at the Harvest Church to finalize the transaction.

As they finalize the details, Emlyn’s curiosity gets the better of him, and he inquires about Klein’s knowledge of the mysterious evil god, The Fool. Klein maintains a poker face, despite his internal panic, and downplays his connection to The Fool, feigning ignorance about the deity’s true nature and potential harm to its believers. Emlyn’s desperation to find a solution to his psychological cue is palpable, and Klein’s enigmatic responses only add to the intrigue.

The chapter ends with Emlyn agreeing to retrieve the ingredients, and Klein inwardly breathing a sigh of relief, but the atmosphere remains thick with tension and uncertainty.

Chapter 432 – Contracted Creatures

Fors, prepared by Mr. Hanged Man’s guidance, feigns surprise and enthusiasm as Dorian Gray reveals his Beyonder abilities, agreeing to become his student. Dorian, cautious about sharing his family’s secrets, decides to teach Fors despite initial reservations. As they form a teacher-student bond, Fors learns that Dorian has access to resources and channels in Backlund, fueling her speculation about the Abraham family’s mystical items.

Dorian leads Fors to a rented house in Cherwood Borough, where they prepare a mysterious ritual in the activity room. Fors watches intently as Dorian sets up candles, essential oils, and herbal powders, switching to an ancient language to summon his Contract Companion. A sudden gust of wind signals the arrival of a milky-white, semi-illusory creature, and Dorian begins humming a gentle folk lullaby, enthralling Fors with the mystical atmosphere.

As Fors becomes embroiled in Dorian’s mysterious world, she juggles her original plan to sell off Beyonder ingredients with her growing curiosity about the Abraham family’s secrets and her new teacher’s enigmatic abilities. With Dorian’s gentle humming, the ritual comes to life, drawing Fors deeper into the unknown world of Beyonders.

Chapter 433 – Intelligence Peddler

Klein encounters a well-dressed man preaching about the original Creator in East Borough, echoing the Aurora Order’s ideology. The man speaks of an incoming apocalypse and a sanctuary for believers, but Klein remains skeptical and decides not to get involved, choosing instead to inform the Machinery Hivemind about the situation. As he leaves the area, he observes workers being comforted by unknown individuals, fueling his suspicions that the authorities may be ignoring the issue or setting a trap.

Klein heads to the Bravehearts Bar, where he learns that Kaspars Kalinin, a black-market arms dealer, has died under mysterious circumstances. The bartender hints that Kaspars’ death may be related to the Rose School of Thought’s High-Sequence Beyonder, who was unable to find Miss Sharron and Maric. Klein wonders if Kaspars’ lack of preparedness for the Beyonder world led to his demise.

In the billiard room, Klein meets Ian, a young boy he had previously encountered during the case of Detective Zreal’s disappearance. Ian has become a black-market arms dealer, and Klein is not surprised given Ian’s connections in the area. As Klein enters the room, Ian is startled, and Klein can’t help but smile, intrigued by the unexpected reunion.

Chapter 434 – Tomb and Bounty

Klein’s meeting with Sharron reveals new leads on the mysterious tomb of an ancient noble, where Maric’s friend disappeared. Sharron recounts how Maric’s friend was found dead in the tomb, and she used divination to track it down to White Cliff Town. The tomb belongs to the Amon family, a powerful and ancient bloodline with connections to the Forsaken Land of the Gods. Klein quickly realizes the danger of exploring such a tomb and decides against pursuing it.

As their conversation continues, Sharron mentions another opportunity, where a High-Sequence Beyonder promises to provide any Beyonder ingredient below High-Sequence level in exchange for completing a mission. This piques Klein’s interest, and he asks about the mission. The stakes are high, but the potential reward could be game-changing for Klein.

Klein’s thoughts are filled with the possibilities and implications of these new developments, as he navigates the complex web of Beyonders, ancient secrets, and hidden dangers. With Sharron’s cryptic hints and Klein’s sharp instincts, the story takes a thrilling turn, promising more surprises and revelations to come.

Chapter 435 – Aggregation Effect

Klein meets Emlyn White at the Harvest Church, where the vampire presents him with two Beyonder ingredients: a mutated pituitary gland of a Thousand-faced Hunter and a mysterious liquid in a glass bottle. As Klein inspects the items, he realizes that the pituitary gland is drawing him in due to his previous digestion of a Sequence 7 potion, confirming Emperor Roselle’s theory about the convergence of Beyonder characteristics of the same pathway. Klein’s curiosity is piqued as he wonders if this law applies to similar pathways.

Emlyn warily watches Klein, cautious of being robbed, but ultimately completes the transaction, exchanging the ingredients for 1,450 pounds. As they finalize the deal, Klein uses his Clown powers to suppress the attraction to the pituitary gland, and Emlyn retreats to Father Utravsky’s side, cautiously counting the money.

With the transaction complete, Klein disappears into the night, leaving Emlyn stunned. The chapter raises new questions about the laws of Beyonder characteristics and Klein’s growing understanding of his powers, promising more revelations to come.