Lord of the Mysteries Chapter Summary 376-390

Chapter 376 – Mr. Harras

Klein, in his Spirit Body form, manipulates Capim’s henchman to chant The Fool’s honorific name, inducing an “artificial sleepwalking” state, allowing him to access the mysterious space above the gray fog. As the henchman’s Astral Projection approaches the gray fog, Klein seizes the opportunity to pry away some of the energy, transforming it into a paper figurine that overlaps with the target’s illusory figure, helping him resist unknown restrictions.

Through this secret deed, Klein interacts with the henchman’s projection, gaining knowledge and memories of Capim’s villa, including encounters with the enigmatic Mr. Harras and the sinister figures within the villa. Klein learns of the bearded man, Belize, and his high-pressure steam rifle, as well as the ruthless Ma’am Katy, who seems to be a formidable force within the organization.

As Klein delves deeper into the mysteries of Capim’s villa, he uncovers more secrets and powerful individuals, bringing him closer to finding Daisy and understanding the true nature of the criminal organization. The stakes are high, and Klein’s determination to save Daisy drives him forward, but the darkness he’s uncovering may prove more treacherous than he anticipated.

Chapter 377 – Capim’s Dinner

Klein, in his Spirit Body form, focuses on divination to uncover the secrets of Capim’s villa. He repeats the statement “Capim’s dinner time today” to induce a dreamlike state, where he sees the opulent dining room and the diners, including Capim, Harras, Katy, and Parker. Klein notes the crimson moon outside the window and, using his knowledge of astromancy, calculates the time to be around 7:30 in the evening.

As Klein interprets his revelation, he wonders about the absence of Capim’s wife and children, but his divination attempts yield no answers. Meanwhile, in the evening, Capim, adorned in a formal bow tie, receives news of Fabian’s death at the hands of the Zmanger gang. He orders Odysseus to retrieve the leader’s body, threatening to harm his family if he fails.

The scene shifts to Harras’s arrival, where he advises Capim to avoid causing trouble during this critical period. Capim, under Harras’s scrutiny, remains cautious, and the conversation implies that Harras holds significant power over Capim’s operations. The chapter concludes with Capim signaling Odysseus to leave and whispering to Harras about the new batch of goods, hinting at a deeper connection between the characters.

Chapter 378 – The Show Begins

Klein, in his Spirit Body form, infiltrates Capim’s villa, his black crown and armor allowing him to seemingly pass through solid objects. He explores the opulent halls, taking note of the extravagant decorations and layout, before circling back to the dining room where Capim, Harras, Katy, and Parker are gathered for dinner. Klein carefully observes the group, taking care not to be discovered by their spiritual perception, as he prepares to unleash the Biological Poison Bottle.

As the group enjoys their meal, Klein quietly releases the odorless poison, which begins to spread swiftly through the enclosed space. Unbeknownst to the diners, the poison takes hold, and Capim starts to exhibit bizarre behavior, scratching his face and revealing a bloody, pus-filled wound. The atmosphere shifts as Harras’s eyes narrow, and he rises to his feet, his wariness palpable.

As the situation unfolds, Klein remains silent and still, his Spirit Body concealment allowing him to blend into the background. The tension builds, punctuated by Harras’s sudden, exaggerated laughter, which sends a chill down the spine. The stage is set for a dramatic confrontation, as Klein’s carefully laid plans begin to unravel the secrets of Capim’s villa.

Chapter 379 – Magic’s Key Segment

Parker, still weakened from the Soul Touch and Klein’s direct attack on his soul, struggles to regain mobility as the biological poison takes hold, causing him to inhale large quantities and worsen his condition. Capim, experiencing a bizarre reaction to the poison, rolls on the ground, scratching his face and body, unaware of Parker’s approach. Klein, having dodged the “Imprison” spell, unleashes a holy-infused Air Bullet at Harras, who deftly avoids it and signals Katy to restrain Klein.

As the battle intensifies, Harras dons an iron-black metal glove, imbuing him with an aura of authority and strength. He uses the glove’s “Exile” ability to blow Klein’s Spirit Body against the wall, then puts on the glove, gaining an unsettling influence over Klein, who feels an inexplicable sense of horror. Katy takes advantage of the moment, striking Klein with her whip and revolver, forcing him to use Paper Figurine Substitutes to escape.

As the fight rages on, Harras and Katy continue to exert their powers, with Harras prohibiting specters and wraiths, and later, flying and floating, severely limiting Klein’s mobility. Katy relentlessly lashes out with her whip, while Harras radiates a brilliant light, marking himself as a disciplinary target for wraiths and specters, and closing in on Klein.

Chapter 380 – Curtain Call

Capim lies on the ground, overwhelmed by excruciating pain as the biological poison takes hold, when a deafening explosion erupts, blasting apart the dining room windows and sending flames and rubble flying everywhere. Klein, donning black armor and a crown, stands amidst the inferno, seemingly unscathed. The blast engulfs Parker and Capim, leaving them charred and battered, while Katy is slammed into the wall, her body mangled and burns covering her skin.

Harras, despite being injured, uses his iron-black metal glove to unleash an “Exile” ability, pushing Klein out of the dining room. As Klein recovers, Harras seizes the opportunity to escape, abandoning Katy. Klein, aware of his own weakened state, decides not to pursue Harras, opting instead to end Katy’s suffering with an Air Bullet.

With his goal of rescuing the victims still in mind, Klein flies towards the entrance to the basement, where Belize, armed with a high-pressure steam rifle, awaits. As Belize fires, Klein narrowly avoids the bullet, and Belize gives chase, his rifle at the ready.

Chapter 381 – Conjectures

Klein stands amidst the charred remains of the dining room, having just ended Katy’s suffering with an Air Bullet. As he prepares to escape, Belize ambushes him with a high-pressure steam rifle, forcing Klein to fly towards the basement entrance. Meanwhile, Cardinal Snake and Ace Snake investigate the scene, discovering Capim’s corpse covered in tarot cards, hinting at the involvement of a new secret organization.

Ace Snake identifies the cards as “Judgment” and “The Emperor,” suggesting the organization’s motive and code name. As Klein escapes, he uses divination to confirm Daisy’s safety and discovers that her journey home will be bumpy but ultimately successful. He then examines the Beyonder characteristics of Katy and Parker, learning that they correspond to the Arbiter pathway, controlled by the royal family and ancient aristocratic families in Loen.

Klein formulates a plan to sell Parker’s Beyonder characteristic to Miss Magician through The World, hoping to amass funds for the Faceless Sequence potion. He stores the characteristics among the junk pile, contemplating the names of the Arbiter pathway’s Sequence 6 and 5, possibly related to order and laws. With his digestion of the Magician potion progressing, Klein records the “Magician’s Rules” to enhance his memory, preparing for his next move.

Chapter 382 – Hero Bandit

Xio and Fors discuss a mysterious mission from an unknown organization, involving investigating Capim’s recent activities before his death. Capim’s corpse was found covered in tarot cards, including “Judgment” and “The Emperor”, hinting at a new secret organization. Fors, being a member of the Tarot Club, is surprised and worried to find possible connections between the two groups. Meanwhile, Klein attends a gathering in the activity room, feeling an intense sense of unease and paranoia, as if everything around him is a potential threat. He’s plagued by vivid, disturbing images, and his damaged Spirit Body might be the culprit.

As Fors ponders the implications of the tarot cards, she wonders if the Tarot Club is involved, and if so, why they would leave such a brazen trail. Klein, on the other hand, struggles to focus on the gathering due to his constant, unshakable fear of his surroundings. Even the iron mask on his face seems to be a potential threat, making him question his own sanity. The atmosphere is thick with tension, leaving both characters and readers on edge.

As the chapter unfolds, the mysteries deepen, and the stakes are raised. Klein’s strange behavior and Fors’s concerns about the Tarot Club create an air of uncertainty, making it unclear what will happen next. Will Klein find a way to overcome his paranoia, and will Fors uncover the truth behind the tarot cards and Capim’s death?

Chapter 383 – Returning Home

As Audrey ponders the mysterious tarot cards found on Capim’s corpse, she’s convinced they’re connected to Mr. Fool’s adorer. She senses a deeper meaning behind the “Judgment” and “The Emperor” cards, possibly linked to the Dark Emperor card stolen from the Royal Museum. Audrey plans to gather her friends, including Kance Leerhsen from MI9, for an afternoon tea party to discreetly extract information about the Hero Bandit Dark Emperor.

Meanwhile, Klein struggles to shake off his paranoia as he reads about the mysterious safe theft in the newspaper. He denies any involvement, knowing he didn’t take anything from the safe. Klein begins his investigation into Daisy’s disappearance, carefully covering his tracks and maintaining his facade as an ordinary private detective. His experience as a former Nighthawk gives him an edge in evading suspicion.

Daisy, still shaken, returns home under police escort, relieved to be back with her family. As Klein delves deeper into the mystery, Audrey’s curiosity grows, and the stakes escalate. The air is thick with tension, and the players are moving into position, but will they uncover the truth behind Capim’s death and the Hero Bandit Dark Emperor?

Chapter 384 – On Your Own You Check Yourself

Audrey’s high tea party is underway, with her friends of blue-blood parentage gathered around, all enthusiasts of mysticism. Under her subtle guidance, they steer the conversation towards the Hero Bandit Dark Emperor, casting curious eyes on Kance Leerhsen from MI9. As they discuss the Dark Emperor’s Beyonder powers, Audrey and Viscount Glaint, who have already advanced in their mystical pursuits, conceal their true abilities. Kance shares cryptic details about the Dark Emperor, revealing a specter state and an intense Beyonder battle at Capim’s place, involving multiple powerful Beyonders.

Audrey’s thoughts whirl as she connects the dots, suspecting Mr. Fool’s third adorer might be involved in Capim’s case and the theft of the Dark Emperor’s card. She wonders if Mr. Fool’s goal is to target evil gods, and if their Tarot Club is pitted against these malevolent forces. As the party winds down, Audrey’s emotions surge, and she secretly makes a confession, her heart racing with the implications.

Meanwhile, Klein receives a mysterious letter from Old Kohler, arranged through their emergency contact method. To his surprise, the handwriting matches that of Daisy’s vocabulary book, raising more questions about her disappearance and the enigmatic connections between the characters.

Chapter 385 – A Story About Love

Derrick Berg arrives at the training field on the edge of the City of Silver, where exploration teams are quarantined after returning from their ventures into the darkness. He’s relieved to see his familiar faces, including Darc Regence, a Sequence 8 Gladiator, who’s cheerful and optimistic as ever. However, Derrick can’t shake off the feeling of unease as they communicate through a translucent, steel-hard wall made of Dark Amber.

Meanwhile, Klein agrees to take on a mission with Dr. Aaron, earning a more substantial remuneration than he’d expected. He spends the afternoon playing a game of Upgrade with Dr. Aaron, Reporter Mike, and Talim, marveling at the simple pleasures in life. As they play, Klein notices Talim’s improved mood and learns that the equestrian teacher’s concerns about his friend’s love life have been resolved.

As the chapter unfolds, Derrick’s encounter with his friends and Klein’s lighthearted afternoon take a subtle turn, hinting at the darkness and complexities that lie beneath the surface of their lives. With unexpected revelations and lingering questions, the story inches closer to uncovering the mysteries of the City of Silver and the enigmatic forces that operate in the shadows.

Chapter 386 – A Nightmare

Derrick Berg returns home to the City of Silver, still reeling from his encounter with the indescribable horror he experienced during his exploration. He’s relieved to see his friend Darc Regence, but senses a disturbing change in his behavior. Derrick’s fear that the City of Silver might be targeted by the evil god, the Fallen Creator, drives him to take action, and he decides to report his concerns to the six-member council and Chief Colin Iliad.

As Derrick navigates the complexities of the City’s quarantine procedures and treatment of explorers, he becomes increasingly uneasy, fearing that his report might arouse suspicion and even put him in danger. Despite his reservations, he presses on, driven by his determination to protect the City and its residents. Meanwhile, Klein Moreno continues his carefree afternoon, playing Upgrade with Dr. Aaron and others, but his focus soon shifts to his studies, using divination to confirm the previous tenant’s claims and delving deeper into the mysterious Book of Secrets.

Derrick’s meeting with Chief Colin Iliad yields unexpected results, as the elder agrees to investigate the anomalies Derrick has observed, assigning Aiflor, the City’s most experienced Psyche Analyst, to the task. As Derrick departs, Colin’s expression betrays his own concerns, foreshadowing a deeper conspiracy lurking beneath the surface of the City of Silver.

Chapter 387 – The Uniqueness of a Spirit World

Klein’s solemn expression returns as he interprets Dr. Aaron’s dream, suspecting the paper crane is the medium that instilled the nightmare. He believes the crane might be linked to fate, and the giant silver snake could symbolize the Snake of Mercury, Sequence 1 of the Monster pathway. Klein ponders how the dream was implanted, ruling out specters and wraiths, and considers two possible methods: Beyonder powers of a Nightmare or instilling the revelation into the spirit world.

Klein weighs his options, deciding to wait until he’s above the gray fog to divine the level of danger. If the risk is acceptable, he’ll sneak into Dr. Aaron’s house, using the Dream Charm and other methods to observe him and uncover the source of the dreamland. However, he lacks confidence in his abilities, knowing it’s difficult to find traces of indirect fabrication.

As Klein takes a break from his investigation, he attends to his daily routine, finishing his cold breakfast and making a divination above the gray fog. To his surprise, he finds no revelations indicating danger. With his schedule cleared, he sets out to accompany Reporter Mike Joseph to East Borough, intent on hinting to Old Kohler to keep quiet about his promise to help Liv find her daughter.

Chapter 388 – Exploring the Dreamland

Klein accompanies Reporter Mike Joseph to East Borough, where he hints to Old Kohler to keep quiet about his promise to help Liv find her daughter. As they walk, Klein’s thoughts wander to the futility of revolution in a world where Beyonder forces hold power, and how the poor might be better off seeking the support of churches rather than trying to fight back against the system. He sighs, realizing that even the threat of an evil god’s descent might be the only way to bring about change.

Meanwhile, in Empress Borough, Audrey attends her second psychology lesson of the week, where she shows curiosity about psychology related to mysticism. Dr. Escalante invites her to a seminar on the subject, and Audrey agrees, hiding her excitement behind an innocent facade. After the lesson, she celebrates her achievement, knowing she’s taken the first step towards entering the Psychology Alchemists.

As Saturday night falls, Klein prepares to sneak into Dr. Aaron’s house, armed with his Master Key and black cane. He’s determined to enter Dr. Aaron’s dream and uncover the source of the nightmare about Will Auceptin. With his plan in motion, Klein sets out into the dark and silent night, ready to face whatever dangers lie ahead.

Chapter 389 – Nighthawk

As Klein analyzes the dream he entered, he becomes convinced that Will Auceptin’s matter is related to fate and potentially connected to a High-Sequence Beyonder, the Snake of Mercury. Despite the danger, Klein decides to pull back, realizing that getting involved would be suicidal. He uses divination to locate Will Auceptin, discovering that his position overlaps with Dr. Aaron’s.

Intrigued, Klein decides to bring the paper crane above the gray fog for divination, ensuring there won’t be any accidents. He swaps the paper crane with a counterfeit he prepared earlier, careful not to arouse suspicion. After returning home, Klein summons himself above the gray fog and performs dream divination, successfully receiving an image of Will Auceptin in a dark room.

Klein’s curiosity is piqued, and he’s determined to uncover the secrets behind Will Auceptin’s connection to Dr. Aaron and the Snake of Mercury. As he delves deeper into the mystery, he’s drawn into a world of cryptic revelations and ancient powers, where the stakes are higher than ever before.

Chapter 390 – Anticipation!

Dr. Aaron arrives at Klein’s doorstep with Reporter Mike Joseph, revealing that he’s been having recurring nightmares since finding a mysterious paper crane. The crane, to Klein’s amusement, is an obvious Nighthawks’ switch, but one that the Nighthawks didn’t expect to be replaced by Klein’s own crude counterfeit. Klein nonchalantly suggests Dr. Aaron visit the cathedral, drawing a Sacred Emblem on his chest to tease his former colleagues.

As Klein accompanies Mike to interview the rescued girls, the harsh reality of their situation comes to light. The girls face unemployment, poverty, and a lack of support, pushing some to desperate measures. Mike’s report sparks a call to action, urging the government to use Capim’s estate to establish a bursary fund for the victims. Klein praises Mike’s idealism, but their conversation is cut short when Mike inquires about Klein’s connection to other reporters, leaving Klein momentarily stunned.

With Dr. Aaron’s paper crane mystery still unraveling and Mike’s investigation gaining momentum, Klein’s cryptic world of fate, Beyonders, and ancient powers continues to unfold. As he delves deeper into the unknown, the stakes escalate, and the lines between reality and the gray fog grow increasingly blurred.