Chapter 1126 – Unexpected1
Klein performs a ritual to receive blessings from the Goddess, sacrificing the Life’s Cane he obtained from Will Auceptin. He recites the honorific name of the Goddess and receives two items in return: a heart formed by wisps of white mist and crystalline frost emitting cold air. Delighted, Klein thanks the Goddess and puts the items away, feeling relieved that the ritual succeeded smoothly.
As he reflects on the outcome, Klein can’t help but think that the Goddess might be personally supporting his journey to become a Scholar of Yore. He plans to deal with the Hounds of Fulgrim next, aware that a Magician must always be prepared. Meanwhile, Leonard, dressed as a high-ranking inspector, leads his team to the Church of Earth Mother to investigate Bishop Utravsky, who is suspected of being a spy.
Leonard’s team is prepared for a intense battle, but Bishop Utravsky surprisingly cooperates, agreeing to assist in their investigations. The unexpected turn of events takes Leonard aback, leaving him to wonder what other surprises await them.
Chapter 1127 – Sefirah Castle
Klein, still reeling from the successful ritual, is suddenly confronted with two burning dark-red fireballs sent by the Hounds of Fulgrim. Instead of attacking, the Hounds unexpectedly kneel and wag their tails, leaving Klein perplexed and relieved. As he touches the fireballs and blood, he’s transported to a familiar grayish-white fog, where he witnesses the Hounds merging with the fog’s dark spots.
The eerie encounter leads Klein to a bold conclusion: Sefirah Castle, a mysterious space above the gray fog, might be the Historical Void the Hounds inhabit. He realizes that his previous interactions with the gray fog have left traces, making the Hounds recognize him as the castle’s owner. This newfound understanding, though unsettling, brings Klein a sense of relief amidst the unknown.
Meanwhile, Fors returns to her apartment, exhausted but satisfied with her editor’s response to her new book. Her horror stories, inspired by Backlund’s hospitals, are set to be serialized, and Fors is relieved to avoid unwanted attention under her new pen name. As Fors and Xio discuss her writing, the scene shifts, leaving readers wondering what Klein’s next move will be and what secrets Sefirah Castle holds.
Chapter 1128 – Finally An Outcome
Klein ponders Demoness Trissy’s letter, learning she knows of Mr. Door’s existence and can communicate with him using the Abraham family’s bloodline. He’s concerned about Trissy’s intentions and the potential risks involved. Klein decides to use the remains of a deceased Abraham family descendant, Lawrence, as a medium, hoping to mitigate the risks. He plans to reach out to Miss Magician to obtain Lawrence’s hair, flesh, or bones, while also monitoring the underground market for any unusual activity.
In North Borough, a mysterious young man in a black trench coat and monocle sits on a bench, lost in thought. He’s pondering philosophical questions, seemingly unaware of the world around him. An elderly passerby tries to offer words of comfort, thinking the young man has lost someone in the war, but he simply smiles and continues to ponder.
Klein’s thoughts are interrupted by Reinette Tinekerr, who appears with four blonde, red-eyed heads, holding a linen bag containing a variety of squirming mushrooms. The heads utter a cryptic message, hinting at the “Real Mutated King of Mushrooms.” Klein’s expression remains neutral as he takes the bag, his mind racing with the implications of this bizarre gift and the identity of the sender.
Chapter 1129 – Pressure
Cattleya and the Tarot Club members are left stunned as Mr. Fool reveals that the Abyss, a realm considered most corrupted and disorderly, has become inhabitable for most Devils. This sparks a flurry of questions and theories: Has the environment worsened, or has the corruption improved? Alger and the Hermit wonder about the Queen’s motives behind this inquiry, while Justice Audrey connects the dots to the looming apocalypse and her own sense of unease.
As the discussion unfolds, Cattleya asks about Emperor Roselle’s later years, and Mr. Fool’s response implies that his downfall was due to corruption rather than external influence. This revelation shocks the group, leading them to reevaluate the emperor’s actions and the significance of the Cards of Blasphemy. Alger and the others begin to suspect deeper motives behind Mr. Fool’s search, realizing they are mere pawns in a much larger, complex game.
As the Tarot Club members grapple with these profound implications, their individual thoughts wander: from Derrick’s experiences with Devils to Fors’s humorous musings about rewriting the emperor’s story as a tragic romance. Amidst the chaos, Audrey silently prays to improve herself, determined to resist the impending doom.
Chapter 1130 – News Storm
As Derrick recounts his experiences in the Giant King’s Court, the Tarot Club members listen intently, their minds reeling with the implications of his words. The discovery of human corpses in the tomb of the Giant King’s parents raises crucial questions about the origins of humanoid creatures, with Cattleya suspecting that all such beings may have descended from humans, their characteristics influenced by Beyonder powers. Alger, meanwhile, is stunned, wondering if the ancestors of all creatures, including elves, were humans, and whether creation myths are mere fabrications.
The revelation sends Emlyn’s thoughts into turmoil, his pride as a Sanguine creature cracking apart as he grapples with the possibility that his kind was not created by the Ancestor, but rather evolved from humans. In contrast, Leonard, Fors, and Xio are more accepting, seeing this new information as merely a different explanation for the existence of supernatural creatures. Audrey, ever vigilant, observes the reactions of her fellow club members, while Derrick continues his recount, revealing the mysterious organization of Rose Redemption, an ancient and secretive group that believes in the True Creator.
As Derrick finishes his tale, the members of the Tarot Club are left with more questions than answers, their minds buzzing with the implications of this ancient mystery and its connection to the looming apocalypse. The truth about the Giant King’s Court and Rose Redemption beckons, drawing them deeper into the labyrinth of secrets and lies that threaten to upend their understanding of the world and their places within it.
Chapter 1131 – An Indescribable Transaction
As the Tarot Club members deliberate on the implications of Rose Redemption and the True Creator, they begin to unravel the mysteries surrounding the Giant King’s Court. Leonard suggests that the True Creator might be seeking answers about Rose Redemption, while Audrey counters that the Angel of Fate Ouroboros could have provided insight. Cattleya and Alger propose alternative theories, but the group remains uncertain about the True Creator’s motives.
The conversation shifts when Klein, as The World, reveals his acquisition of rare mushrooms that can thrive in darkness by consuming monster flesh. Xio and the others are astonished, and Derrick’s eyes light up with potential uses for the City of Silver. However, The World cautions that the mushrooms require careful handling, as they can absorb human flesh and blood if not cooked properly.
As the members process this information, Derrick asks about the concepts of flour, milk, beef, and fish, revealing his limited understanding of the human world. Justice Audrey takes on an explanatory role, helping Derrick comprehend these basic human necessities. With the exchange, the Tarot Club members begin to envision the possibilities these mushrooms bring to the City of Silver, and Derrick eagerly prepares to share the news with his Chief. The question remains: what will be the cost of this new discovery?
Chapter 1132 – Interlude
As Gehrman Sparrow, Klein meets Miss Magician in a dark alley, where they discuss her prepared stockpile of writings for serialization. Klein uses his powers to transport Fors to a wooden hut, where she’s perplexed by the snowy surroundings and lack of light. With Creeping Hunger sated, Klein returns to his apartment, awaiting Queen Mystic and Miss Sharron to gather information on anomalies.
Meanwhile, Derrick Berg rushes to inform Demon Hunter Colin Iliad about the rare mushrooms that can devour monster flesh and blood to grow. He explains their unique traits and the importance of cooking them properly to avoid danger. Colin listens intently, asking about potential risks and points to note, as Derrick emphasizes the need for caution.
As these events unfold, the mysteries surrounding the City of Silver and the True Creator linger, with the Tarot Club members still seeking answers. The discovery of these rare mushrooms brings new possibilities, but at what cost? And what secrets lie hidden in the snowy hut, waiting to be uncovered?
Chapter 1133 – Chan
Klein finds the man who helped Trissy send the letter and uses a rat to recite a prayer, then vanishes using Flaming Jump to meet with one of his marionettes. In a hotel room, he enters the gray fog and observes the man through his “true vision,” watching as Reinette Tinekerr delivers a letter and the man applies a black sticky paste to a mirror to communicate with Trissy.
As Klein watches, the mirror’s condition turns blurry, revealing a dark and illusory passageway connected to a strange “spider web” world. He realizes that this is the mirror world, a collective manifestation of doors leading to different mysterious kingdoms, and that Trissy might be hiding in one of them.
Klein attempts to track the letter and locate Trissy, but her aura interferes with his observation, and he loses her trail. He decides not to take risks and instead plans to chant the honorific name of the Evernight Goddess to inform “Her” of Trissy, preparing for any potential accidents on the night of the full moon.
Chapter 1134 – Mr. Door
Trissy, with the gems shattered and powder floating up, watches as a dark and illusory passageway connects to a strange “spider web” world. She feels the surrounding temperature drop rapidly, sensing countless dangers seeping out of the fire. Gehrman Sparrow’s warning about Mr. Door echoes in her mind as the void in the room thins, and shadows cover the places, hiding indescribable creatures.
The dim flame transforms into a gigantic, deep crimson vortex, and an ethereal voice pierces through her Spirit Body, addressing her as “Cheek.” Trissy struggles to control herself as Mr. Door’s voice sends shivers down her spine. She asks about unorthodox ways to enter the nine secret mausoleums built by Blood Emperor Tudor, and Mr. Door provides a symbol that can be drawn with the mixed blood of Beyonders from different pathways, allowing her to open the secret passage.
As Trissy memorizes the symbol, she inquires about the requirements, and Mr. Door explains the process. With her primary goal accomplished, Trissy asks about the Abraham family’s ancient curse, and Mr. Door suggests a ritual involving the sacrifice of a demigod from the Seer, Apprentice, and Marauder pathways. With her questions answered, Trissy thanks Mr. Door and begins to stop the ritual, her expression twisted in a mix of pain and determination.
Chapter 1135 – Fragran
Alger Wilson, a Wind-blessed, arrives at the Church of the Lord of Storms on Pasu Island, where he reunites with his former partner, Sainz. Alger learns that the Council of Cardinals plans to advance a group of Wind-blesseds to Sequence 5, including himself, amidst the looming war. He can’t help but feel suspicious about the sudden opportunity, thinking he might be considered cannon fodder. As they catch up, Sainz warns Alger not to forget his friends if he advances to a high-ranking position.
Meanwhile, in the City of Silver, Derrick Berg receives permission to acquire the Classical Metallurgist’s potion formula in exchange for special mushrooms. He begins preparing an advancement ritual, following Mr. Fool’s instructions, requiring a Stone of Life and the blood of a Dawn Paladin and himself. As the ritual progresses, Derrick is surprised to find the mushrooms are “evil” and need purification, but decides to trust Mr. World’s guidance.
As Derrick presents the mushrooms to Chief Colin Iliad, the Demon Hunter’s eyes reflect dark green symbols, and he silently inspects the different breeds of mushrooms. The atmosphere is tense, with underlying hints of danger and uncertainty, as both Alger and Derrick navigate their respective paths, unaware of the challenges that lie ahead.
Chapter 1136 – 1136 Rumors from Ancient Times
Klein meticulously prepares the ritual materials, pouring the Classical Metallurgist’s potion formula and the blood of a Dawn Paladin and Derrick Berg into a ceramic jar wrapped in paper figurines. He stirs the mixture, then seals it with the Paper Angel, ensuring the removal of connections between the blood and its providers. Klein reflects on his outstanding gatherings, only missing Prisoner, Devil, and Demoness, and plans to visit Miss Sharron in person to request the remaining Beyonder blood.
As he waits, Klein takes out a pen and paper, drawing a symbol to summon Arrodes, asking about Sefirah Castle. The magic mirror ripples with aqueous light, and Arrodes appears, expressing anxiety and panic. Klein comfortingly responds, and Arrodes shares rumors about Sefirah Castle, believed to be a “kingdom” formed from part of the Creator’s body or something created by them.
Arrodes reveals eight entities similar to Sefirah Castle, including the Chaos Sea, and shares rumors from ancient gods about the River of Eternal Darkness and the Brood Hive. Klein silently repeats the key information, sensing a connection but unable to piece together the clues. He then inquires about Dark Angel Sasrir’s origins, and Arrodes begins to respond, leaving Klein with more questions and mysteries to unravel.
Chapter 1137 – 1137 Amidst History
Klein has chosen a barren island in the Berserk Sea to advance to Scholar of Yore, avoiding Amon, Zaratul, and the Mother Tree of Desire’s influence. He sets up a ritual, using the Hound of Fulgrim’s blood, White Frost Crystals, and ancient historical records as ingredients. As he adds each component, a mysterious mist forms, eventually coalescing into a dark red, gas-like potion.
With divination, Klein confirms the potion’s completion, despite its dangerous nature. He reflects on his journey, realizing his experiences have made him a Bizarro Sorcerer, with mysteries, unknowns, and unpredictable aspects of fate that align with the ritual’s requirements. He acknowledges the ritual’s demand for separation from reality for at least 300 years, but believes his past year’s experiences won’t significantly impact the effects.
Klein takes a deep breath, transforms into a transparent state, and consumes the potion, feeling the dark red glow spread through his body. As his Mythical Creature form allows him to devour the potion in a unique way, Klein’s transformation begins, marking a significant milestone in his journey towards becoming a Scholar of Yore.
Chapter 1138 – “Scholar of Yore“
As the dark red, gas-like potion takes effect, Klein’s transformation into a Scholar of Yore begins. The ritual’s success is met with a surge of blood-red light, and the altar, human bones, candles, silver plates, and gold boxes tremble in response. The supplicants bow their heads, sensing the connection between Klein and Sefirah Castle. He quickly puts away valuable items, destroys the rest, and uses Paper Figurine Substitutes to disrupt divination and tracking before teleporting away from the island.
Klein uses multiple islands as waypoints to throw off pursuers, finally returning to his residence in Backlund’s East Borough. He reflects on the ritual’s success, realizing that his careful planning and caution saved him from detection by Amon and Zaratul. Exhausted from his journey, Klein falls into a deep sleep, only to wake up hours later and begin inspecting his new abilities.
As a Scholar of Yore, Klein ponders the two main directions of his new role: being a scholar from ancient times and studying ancient history. He acknowledges the risks involved in gathering ancient information and sets his sights on replicating the Cataclysm, connecting the history of the Fourth Epoch, and delving deeper into macroscopic details. With his newfound powers, Klein begins to explore the extent of his abilities.
Chapter 1139 – A Different Form of Companionship
As Klein explores the ancient palace within Sefirah Castle, he discovers his newfound powers as a Scholar of Yore. He conjures an angelic being with ease, showcasing his abilities to control the mysterious space. With a mere thought, he can stir the powers of the space to their fullest potential, granting him immense authority. Klein realizes he can revive himself, but the exact number of times remains unknown, fueling his caution and desire for further exploration.
Klein approaches the enigmatic door of light, a focal point of Sefirah Castle’s essence, and reaches out to touch it. Though it remains intangible, he senses a subtle change, hinting at the door’s potential to become corporeal. He retreats, resolving to experiment with his powers and establish an honorific name for himself. Klein considers the significance of Sefirah Castle and its possible role in “baiting” transmigrators to revive the original Creator.
Back in the mortal realm, Klein pens his honorific name, “The Blessed of the spirit world and Sefirah Castle,” accompanied by phrases that reflect his ancient, mysterious persona. As he contemplates his newfound abilities, he becomes aware of the importance of anchors to prevent himself from becoming cold and terrifying, a fate that befell the emperor. With his honorific name in place, Klein sets the stage for his next move, fueled by curiosity and a determination to unlock the secrets of Sefirah Castle.
Chapter 1140 – 1140 Plans
Leonard finally asks Pallez Zoroast about Sefirah Castle, and the enigmatic voice reveals that it’s likely the mysterious place where Klein meets every Monday. Zoroast shares rumors that Sefirah Castle is one of nine entities left behind by the original Creator, possibly related to the sefirot of the second Blasphemy slate. Leonard wonders if Klein, aka Mr. Fool, is the embodiment of sefirah, to which Zoro replies with a cryptic “perhaps.”
Meanwhile, Klein experiments with his powers, summoning a projection of himself from the Historical Void. He discovers that this projection can only act on instinct, but it confirms his suspicion that the fragments he sees in the fog are based on his real-life experiences. Klein’s consciousness then switches to the projection, allowing him to enter the grayish-white fog, where he can coexist with his marionettes.
Klein, in his Sherlock Moriarty disguise, enters a mysterious house where he meets Sharron, a Puppet lady, and Marie, a Wraith. They exchange greetings, and Klein can’t help but think of playing cards with Marie, recalling their past encounter. As the atmosphere thickens, Klein’s next move remains uncertain, fueling anticipation for what’s to come.