Lord of the Mysteries Chapter Summary 1276-1290

Chapter 1276 – Wandering Magician

Katarina, now possessed by the Red Angel evil spirit, engages in a cunning conversation with Amon, who seems to be seeking cooperation. Amon’s cryptic responses and nonchalant demeanor only fuel the Red Angel’s curiosity, as they dance around the topic of their shared interests. The tension between them is palpable, with the Red Angel probing Amon’s intentions and Amon subtly hinting at their own motivations.

Meanwhile, in a distant city, a mysterious young man posing as a magician enters a local bar, claiming to have the ability to satisfy people’s wishes. With a few Copper Pence, he orders a cup of Southville beer and effortlessly convinces the bar owner to treat a patron to a free drink, leaving everyone in awe. The air is filled with laughter and wonder, but the young man’s true nature and abilities remain shrouded in mystery.

As the chapter unfolds, the threads of intrigue and deception weave together, hinting at larger powers at play. The Magic Mirror, now in Klein’s possession, silently awaits its next command, while Amon’s enigmatic smile and the Red Angel’s calculating gaze foreshadow the unfolding drama.

Chapter 1277 – A Qualitative Change

Alger’s heart skips a beat as Mr. Fool’s words evoke a sense of terror, hinting at a massive power shift. The Tarot Club’s discussion revolves around the recent battle of gods, with Leonard probing for insights into the unexpected outcome. Cattleya expresses puzzlement over the Earth Mother and God of Combat’s inability to defeat the Evernight Goddess, leading Alger to reveal Feynapotter’s sudden betrayal.

Derrick, formerly known as The Sun, claims to have knowledge about the battle’s intricacies, but only shares it after the members promise to keep his words confidential. His bombshell revelation: the Earth Mother is not the Giant Queen Omebella, but rather an imposter, with the real Omebella’s remains hidden in the City of Silver. The club members are stunned, struggling to process the implications of this deception.

As the conversation unfolds, Audrey and others begin to ask questions, seeking to understand the true identity of the Earth Mother and her motives. The World’s enigmatic comment hints at a massive conspiracy involving the Evernight Goddess and other deities, leaving the Tarot Club members in a state of unease and trepidation, their reverence for the gods slowly unraveling.

Chapter 1278 – Reminder

Alger’s mind reels as Mr. Fool casually mentions that the Sea God’s identity, level, and strength can be exchanged, hinting at a massive power shift. The Tarot Club’s discussion revolves around the implications of this revelation, with Alger barely containing his excitement at the prospect of becoming the true king of the Rorsted Archipelago. Meanwhile, Audrey and Derrick are shocked but less enthusiastic, focusing on the enigmatic consequences of trading a deity’s identity.

As the conversation unfolds, Mr. Fool reveals that the price for this exchange is a series of missions and sincere prayers, with Klein waiting for The Hanged Man’s question. Alger, eager to take advantage of this opportunity, humbly asks about the required price, and Mr. Fool’s response hints at the importance of wishes and praying. Klein’s internal monologue reveals his ability to grant wishes using Beyonder powers, Sefirah Castle’s level, and the concept of “Grafting,” a power that can connect objects and create inconceivable effects.

Alger’s enthusiasm is momentarily interrupted as he recalls a previous mission, inquiring about the Feysac Empire’s involvement in the Konotop sea battle, only to be told by Mr. Fool that it’s no longer necessary. The conversation concludes with Mr. Fool assigning Alger a new mission: to cooperate with the Sea God believers and settle the people who have left the Forsaken Land of the Gods, to which Alger responds with unwavering dedication.

Chapter 1279 – Sense of Urgency

The Tarot Club is thrown into a state of shock and confusion as The World Gehrman Sparrow reveals a prophecy of an impending apocalypse, a decade away. Audrey, Alger, and the others struggle to process this news, their initial skepticism giving way to concern and fear as they realize the gravity of the situation. Meanwhile, Derrick’s faith in Mr. Fool is unwavering, believing that the enigmatic figure can stop the apocalypse.

As the members of the Tarot Club grapple with this revelation, they begin to notice subtle hints about Mr. Fool’s true nature. Alger, in particular, is stunned by The World’s statement that even deities would be destroyed, leading him to conclude that Mr. Fool’s level is higher than that of a true deity. This revelation sends ripples of shock and awe throughout the group, as they struggle to comprehend the true extent of Mr. Fool’s power.

As the conversation unfolds, The World Gehrman Sparrow’s words take on a sense of gravitas, his tone firm and unyielding. The Tarot Club begins to realize that The World has reached an unprecedented level of power, becoming an angel that walks the land. This development raises more questions than answers, leaving the group to ponder the implications of this revelation and the impending apocalypse that looms on the horizon.

Chapter 1280 – Chance Meeting in the Tiny City

Klein, disguised as a wandering magician, boards a steam locomotive heading to Midseashire’s Constant City, where he performs a magic trick for a young man and his parents. The mirror reveals the young man’s wish to get married, astonishing them. However, the mirror’s subsequent question about the young man’s preferred bride age leaves them bewildered. Klein’s performance ends with the locomotive’s arrival at Belltaine City, a strategic node in the previous world war.

As Klein exits the station, he reflects on the war’s devastating impact, having learned the secrets of the cosmos and the underground. He understands the Evernight Goddess’s plan, but remains empathetic to the sacrifices made. Klein confirms that even without George III becoming the Black Emperor, the world war would have erupted, with Loen holding the upper hand. This realization drives him to follow Feysac’s invasion path, wandering forward to accumulate wishes, display miracles, and increase his strength.

Klein makes his way through the city, carrying a worn suitcase with a set of clothes, searching for hotels. His true intentions remain shrouded, but his actions hint at a deeper purpose, tied to the looming apocalypse and the secrets of the Tarot Club.

Chapter 1281 – Anomaly

In a dingy bar in Belltaine City, Roy, Biles, Phil, and Pasha gather around a small table, listening to drunkards share tales of supernatural powers and mysticism incidents. The city’s atmosphere is oppressive, and the once-thriving coal mines now lie dry, causing young people to flee. The group, comprised of Beyonders who obtained powers during the war, has come to Belltaine to seek out surviving friends and family.

As they converse, a commotion breaks out when a young man suddenly screams in agony, his back bearing blood-red streaks as if whipped countless times. Phil approaches him, only to have his wrist snap off when he touches the victim’s wallet. The group springs into action, with Roy ordering them to flee the scene and find a military doctor, Weber, who can treat Phil’s wound.

With Phil’s severed hand preserved, the group rushes to Weber’s clinic, only to find it unattended despite the light being on. As they wait for someone to open the door, Pasha tends to Phil’s wound, and Roy’s eyes narrow with determination. The stage is set for a deeper exploration of the mysterious forces at play in Belltaine City, and the group’s quest for answers will lead them down a perilous path.

Chapter 1282 – Crime

As the group of Beyonders flees from the pursuing citizens, Roy’s quick thinking and leadership help them evade the attacks and eventually hide in an empty alleyway. Pasha’s guidance proves crucial in their escape, and they soon realize that they won’t be able to leave the city due to the notice’s restrictions. They come up with a plan to rip off the notice, hoping to eliminate the constraints and create an opportunity to escape.

The group, led by Pasha, returns to the municipal square, where they find the noticeboard mysteriously deserted. As they approach the board, they prepare for a quick escape, knowing that destroying the notice is an illegal act. However, just as they’re about to act, a young man in a black robe and hat appears, introducing himself as Klein, a wandering magician.

Klein’s strange and unsettling demonstration of his magic abilities leaves the Beyonders stunned, helpless, and disoriented. His unique powers and enigmatic words – “My best magic trick is to grant someone’s wishes. Do you have a wish you would like granted?” – hang in the air, leaving the group unsure of what to make of him or what comes next.

Chapter 1283 – 1283 Gradually Deepening

Klein’s thoughts are consumed by the serial number 1283, and he realizes that the Magic Wishing Lamp, 0-02, might be more troublesome than expected. He’s aware that the smaller the serial number, the more dangerous and difficult it is to seal, and 0-02’s true essence is that of a sealed Outer Deity, capable of destroying this world or solar system if not for the restrictions of its outer shell.

Arianna reveals that the Church only shares Grade 0 Sealed Artifact serial numbers, and internal information is strictly confidential; even memories are erased to prevent leaks. Klein discovers that Larrion destroyed all files on 0-02 before escaping, making it difficult to obtain information. However, the Evernight Goddess referred to 0-02 as the “Book of Rules,” which sends chills down Klein’s spine, as he knows the term from his gaming days.

Klein suspects that his presence in Belltaine City might be connected to 0-02, possibly due to the law of Beyonder characteristic convergence or the law of convergence between sefirot. He concludes that 0-02 is gradually awakening, and the group must split up to search for it and seal it before something catastrophic happens. With this, Arianna disappears, leaving Klein to ponder the mysteries surrounding 0-02.

Chapter 1284 – Limitation Loophole

Roy, Pasha, and company are stunned to learn that the chief shepherd of the Church of the God of Combat is an angel, a revelation that shakes their understanding of the world. They recall the mysterious “magician” who had granted their wishes and seemed to be on a level beyond theirs, fueling their suspicions about Klein’s true identity. As the group navigates the curfew and no-trespassing rules, Klein leads them through the sewers, using his lantern to guide the way.

As they move forward, Phil suggests using Biles’ local status to their advantage, but Klein reveals that their goal is not just to survive until dawn. Instead, he’s intrigued by Biles’ immunity to the yellow paper’s orders, likely due to a contradiction between his citizenship and foreigner status. This sparks a discussion about using such contradictions to escape the limitations of the rules, leaving the group eager to explore this possibility further.

In the sewer, the group continues to follow Klein, who seems to be one step ahead of them, his intentions and abilities shrouded in mystery. With the curfew in effect and the rules tightening, they know they must keep moving to uncover the truth about the Church, the Evernight Goddess, and Klein’s connection to it all.

Chapter 1285 – Forget About Leaving, All of You

Klein leads the group through the Storm cathedral, avoiding conflict and searching for clues about the Church of the God of Combat and the Evernight Goddess. They stumble upon the chief shepherd, Larrion, an angel who reveals his true nature and attempts to negotiate with Klein. However, Larrion’s body rapidly ages and dissolves into a pool of rotten liquid, a terrifying display that sends shivers down the spines of Biles and company.

Larrion reappears in the spirit world, only to be blocked by a mysterious “curtain” barrier created by a historical projection from the Historical Void. This unexpected turn of events infuriates Larrion, who is forced to retreat. Meanwhile, Klein and the group realize that Larrion’s escape means they won’t be able to gather information about 0-02’s location, and they must come up with alternative solutions.

As they discuss their next move, Phil suggests creating a “contradiction” similar to Biles’ situation to buy themselves time and potentially uncover 0-02’s location. Klein listens intently, his mind racing with ideas, as Pasha is suddenly addressed by Klein’s magic mirror, which reveals new content on the noticeboard, adding another layer of intrigue to the unfolding mystery.

Chapter 1286 – New Applications of Old Methods

Klein reveals to the group that the noticeboard’s ambiguity about the enforcer creates an opportunity for them to gain more information about 0-02’s location. He explains that the lack of clarity on the enforcer allows anyone to take on that role, including the magic mirror, which has its own set of rules and punishment methods. Klein’s deductions suggest that 0-02 will soon issue a new law to clarify the main body of law enforcement, providing them with valuable information to track down the Sealed Artifact.

As Klein shares his theories, the group begins to see him in a new light, impressed by his intelligence and knowledge. The magic mirror suddenly displays new content, revealing that all law enforcement must be carried out by the Trunsoest Brass Book or its authorized group, and that private rules cannot surpass official decrees. This new information sparks a serious expression on Klein’s face as he enters Cogitation, determined to understand the situation better and establish a connection with the Sealed Artifact.

In Cogitation, Klein senses an invisible connection with a certain spot, feeling the corrupting influence surging over. He quickly cuts off the connection using Sefirah Castle’s aura, buying himself time to process this new development.

Chapter 1287 – Guidance

Klein’s conversation with Larrion, the chief shepherd of the Church of the God of Combat, takes an unexpected turn as Larrion reveals that the fall of a deity is only temporary and that “He” will eventually return and awaken using his body. Larrion refuses to make a deal with Klein, instead telling him to pray to the deity he believes in to seal 0-02. As Klein returns to the library, he realizes that Larrion’s words have inadvertently revealed a crucial piece of information: deities can seal 0-02.

The Trunsoest Brass Book suddenly flips to a new page, displaying silver words that elevate the punishment for living beings who intrude without permission. Klein quickly deduces that he might be sentenced to death next, but instead of panicking, he smiles and wishes for the Belltaine City Library to shrink in size, allowing him and Arianna to escape the confines of severe punishment.

As Klein continues to think, he analyzes the hidden meaning behind Larrion’s words, concluding that a Sequence 0 deity’s Uniqueness might be the key to sealing 0-02, but he’s still unsure how an angel can indirectly simulate this Uniqueness. The chapter ends with Klein’s mind racing with possibilities, leaving readers eager to uncover the next development in the story.

Chapter 1288 – Key Intelligence

Biles, despite feeling afraid, musters up his courage and approaches the Trunsoest Brass Book, flipping through its pages under the watch of Mr. Magician and the Grounded Angel. As he does so, Klein observes the changing rules on the pages, realizing that the book can produce all low-level rules and contains a description of itself. Suddenly, a new word appears on the unfilled page, indicating that 0-02 is preparing to add text as a supplementary explanation to fix its flaws.

Klein orders Biles to leave and then attack him, taking advantage of the opportunity to recall detailed information about the Trunsoest Brass Book. The book possesses a living characteristic, displaying almost all underlying rules in its first half, while the second half remains blank and needs to be filled in autonomously. As the laws become stricter, the book’s living characteristic will deepen, eventually allowing it to possess true intelligence and modify its underlying rules.

With the new information, Klein’s mind is racing with possibilities. He’s one step closer to understanding the secrets of the Trunsoest Brass Book and 0-02, but the journey is far from over. The chapter ends with Klein’s determination to uncover more, leaving readers eager to uncover the next development in the story.

Chapter 1289 – 1289 Fooling

Klein returns to Biles’s house, restoring his spirituality by granting his own wish. He then prepares to summon a new “curtain” to continue sealing off the spirit world area corresponding to Belltaine City, preventing Larrion’s escape. However, Arianna indicates that Klein no longer needs to summon the “curtain,” and Klein realizes that he can’t maintain the “curtain” for more than an hour due to the limitations of his Miracle Invoker abilities.

Klein decides to try his luck, repeatedly summoning and dispelling the “curtain” to keep Larrion trapped. The chief shepherd of the Church of the God of Combat grows increasingly frustrated and anxious as he’s repeatedly foiled in his escape attempts. Eventually, Larrion senses the collapse of the old “curtain” but finds no new one, allowing him to finally escape.

As Larrion breaks free, he’s met with a surprise: a gathering of powerful and ominous beings, including a woman holding four blonde, red-eyed heads and a mysterious, bandaged figure. Meanwhile, Klein monitors the situation, impressed by the outcome, and soon discovers that 0-02 is erasing the rules it previously set up, preparing to rewrite everything. With the curfew order abolished, Klein uses Flaming Jump to reach the shrunken Belltaine City Library, where he finds the Trunsoest Brass Book rapidly rewriting its rules, prohibiting any living being from touching it. Arianna, however, ignores the warning, touching the brass page and suffering severe consequences.

Chapter 1290 – Fulfilling Wishes

Klein, now possessing The Fool card, takes out Creeping Hunger and teleports back to the miniaturized Belltaine City Library. He informs Arianna, the Servant of Concealment, about the abandoned palace’s entrance to the foggy town, and with a nod, she vanishes into a “Concealed” state. Klein is left to ponder if she knows about his acquisition of The Fool card. As he surveys the aftermath of the supernatural incident, he’s reminded of the disproportionate punishments inflicted upon Belltaine citizens and tourists, and that his next task is to provide treatment to the survivors.

Reinette Tinekerr, the enigmatic woman with four blonde, red-eyed heads, emerges from the void, bearing a black goat’s horn left behind by Larrion. Klein deducts that it contains a remnant psyche, which he disperses after extracting a Sequence 8 Pugilist characteristic. He returns the rest to Miss Messenger, collecting only an intelligence fee. With the crisis resolved, Klein “Teleports” back to Biles’s home, where he uses his marionette, Hvin Rambis, to seal away Biles’s memories of 0-02.

As Klein completes the task, he checks with Arrodes, his magic mirror, for any hidden dangers, only to be told that there are none in Belltaine. He’s advised to confirm for himself, which he does using a divination statement, leaving the reader wondering what hidden risks may still linger in Loen and Feysac, and what Klein’s next move will be.