Chapter 451 – Faceless
Klein meticulously prepares the ingredients for the Faceless potion, carefully measuring and adding each component to the iron pot. He begins by pouring in the Thousand-faced Hunter’s blood, followed by the black Jimsonweed juice and Dragon Tooth Grass powder, and finally adds the mutated pituitary gland of a Thousand-faced Hunter and the Human-skinned Shadow characteristic. As the ingredients combine, the liquid bubbles and emits a strange, pungent mist.
The potion takes on a life of its own, producing bubbles that burst and reflect a kaleidoscope of colors, eerily resembling shifting facial features. With a deep breath, Klein confirms the potion’s success through divination and carefully pours the concoction into a glass bottle. He takes the bottle to his room, locks the door, and prepares himself mentally before consuming the entire potion.
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As the liquid touches his tongue, Klein’s senses are overwhelmed by a numbing, tingling sensation, and his psyche is extracted from his body. He watches in a detached state as his face melts away, leaving him to wonder what new transformations await him.
Chapter 452 – Benson’s Decision
In the secluded alley of Townshend Street, Xio Derecha meets with a mysterious figure wearing a golden mask, who tasks her with purchasing the Sheriff and Interrogator main ingredients in all her circles, particularly a special ingredient that can be directly concocted into a potion. The masked man, suspected to be from MI9, offers a generous payment of over 600 pounds, regardless of whether she finds the target or not, and reveals the main ingredients of the Interrogator potion, including the horn of a Flash-patterned Black Snake and dust of a Lake Spirit.
As Xio accepts the commission, she instinctively thinks about the importance of this mission and the faction’s target, wondering if it’s related to a special ingredient she used to advance to Sheriff. She decides to keep silent about this information, suspecting that the masked man’s faction might be after her. Meanwhile, she recalls meeting Viscount Stratford, the captain of the royal guards, on her way back, which puts her in a bad mood.
As Xio confides in her friend Fors, she remains tight-lipped about the details, leaving Fors to speculate about the connection between Viscount Stratford and the mysterious mission. With the stakes high and Xio embroiled in a game of cat and mouse, the chapter ends with more questions than answers, setting the stage for a thrilling adventure.
Chapter 453 – Stairs
Klein, disguised as Detective Moriarty, investigates Red Rose Manor, seeking clues about Talim’s death. He questions the sixth maid he meets, who reveals that Talim often visits the manor to meet with a commoner lady, a close friend of Prince Edessak. The maid hints that Talim was trying to persuade the lady to leave the prince, and Klein suspects their conversations might be romantic in nature.
As Klein digs deeper, the maid mentions that the lady wants to meet him, but always misses him. Klein’s detective instincts kick in, and he recalls the lady with the black veil and sapphire ring at Talim’s funeral. He makes a startling connection: the maid he’s questioning might be the same woman, and she could be hiding a powerful secret.
Klein’s suspicions are confirmed, and he becomes convinced that the commoner lady cursed Talim. He wonders why she took matters into her own hands, considering Prince Edessak’s power and influence. As he leaves the manor, Klein pieces together the events, suspecting that Talim’s death is linked to his affair with the lady and her desire to silence him. With new leads and theories, Klein’s investigation is far from over.
Chapter 454 – Who Am I?
Klein, still investigating Talim’s death, takes a break from his detective work to focus on his spiritual growth as a Faceless. He reflects on his identity, realizing that despite possessing many memory fragments and feelings from other personas, he’s still Zhou Mingrui from Earth, donning the skin of Klein Moretti. This introspection helps him understand the importance of not losing himself amidst constant changes, a crucial aspect of a Faceless’s acting method.
As Klein contemplates, he sets future goals for himself, including searching for the actual acting rules of a Faceless, gathering information on mermaids through the Tarot Club, and obtaining the Solar High Priest potion formula to help Little Sun advance to Sequence 7. His thoughts are interrupted by the arrival of Lawyer Jurgen, who’s leaving Backlund for a holiday with his grandmother and informs Klein of his temporary absence.
With Jurgen’s departure, Klein is left to ponder on his plans, now more determined than ever to uncover the secrets of the Faceless and continue his investigation into Talim’s mysterious death.
Chapter 455 – Help Seeker
Within the half-collapsed temple, Derrick and the exploratory team uncover the statue of the Fallen Creator, a haunting image of a naked man hanging upside down, pierced by rusty metal spikes. The team is warned not to gaze at the statue, lest they invite evil. As they proceed to investigate the temple, they split into groups, finding nothing abnormal, before Demon Hunter Colin leads them underground, where they discover a mural depicting the Fallen Creator, surrounded by dark, eerie figures akin to evil gods.
The mural tells a story of the Cataclysm, where the Fallen Creator suffered for the sins of humanity, but Derrick senses that something is amiss – the Creator may not be a benevolent figure after all. As they delve deeper into the temple’s basement, the team’s tension builds, their senses on high alert for any signs of danger. Every step forward feels like a knock on the door, seeking to uncover secrets buried for years.
With their animal hide lanterns casting flickering shadows, the team approaches a mysterious gray stone door, where clusters of alluring, mushroom-shaped objects grow. The team’s hunger is piqued, but they must resist the temptation, lest they fall prey to some unknown danger lurking within the temple’s depths.
Chapter 456 – Playing Ghosts
Klein, now a Sequence 6 Faceless, prepares to infiltrate the underground ruins with his former bodyguard Sharron, donning a Gothic regal dress. He inquires about mermaids, and Sharron reveals that fishermen on the Gargas Islands occasionally hear their songs during storms. Meanwhile, Baronet Rafter Pound, a descendant of the Tudor family, excavation-crazy and considered mentally ill, uncovers a hidden cave behind an abandoned chapel. As he digs, he discovers a dark underground palace and a black iron badge, but his excitement is short-lived, replaced by terror when he encounters a mysterious figure without eyes, nose, mouth, or ears.
Rafter Pound frantically retreats, dropping his tools, and exits the tunnel, only to be confronted by Sharron, who eerily emerges from the darkness. He mistakenly assumes she is the evil spirit from the underground palace, revealing an excited and hopeful expression.
Klein, hiding in the shadows, observes the scene unfold, surprised by Rafter Pound’s reaction, which deviates from their original plan to scare him off. Sharron, silent for a moment, asks Rafter Pound what he wishes to say, leaving the situation hanging in uncertainty.
Chapter 457 – Information Provided by the Evil Spirit
Klein observes the scene unfold, surprised by Rafter Pound’s reaction, which deviates from their original plan to scare him off. Sharron, silent for a moment, asks Rafter Pound what he wishes to say, leaving the situation hanging in uncertainty. Klein, donning a Gothic regal dress, thinks about the true name of another Sequence 0 and the pretext of the evil spirit, wondering if the holder of the Red Priest card would seek out the underground ruins of the Tudor family due to some form of attraction.
As Klein turns to look at Sharron, he notices her nearly transparent face, devoid of any reaction, implying that she might know about the Card of Blasphemy. The evil spirit breaks the silence, offering Sharron the Sequence 4 potion formula of the Abyss pathway, which Klein interprets as a hint at the close relationship between the Mutant and Abyss pathways. Klein inquires about the seal removal, and the evil spirit reveals a simple yet strange method, requiring the blood of direct descendants of the Sauron, Einhorn, and Medici families.
Klein ponders the significance of these families, recalling their loyalty to the Trunsoest Empire and their possession of the Hunter pathway. The evil spirit mentions Rose Redemption, a secretive organization founded by corrupted angels, which Klein recognizes from a mural in an abandoned temple. The evil spirit hints at Rose Redemption’s close relationship with the True Creator, but remains cryptic about its nature.
Chapter 458 – An Ancient Sanguine
As Jack, the yellow-haired boy, reveals his grotesque true form, he lunges at Joshua, only to be repelled by an invisible barrier. Demon Hunter Colin intervenes, using the power of dawn to drive Jack back with a series of sword attacks. Meanwhile, Derrick Berg finds himself transported back to his campsite, where he prepares for their impending journey to the temple of the Fallen Creator.
Back in his residence, Klein uses divination to confirm the evil spirit’s malice towards Sharron and himself, discovering that the spirit’s malevolence is stronger than he anticipated. Klein reflects on the situation, acknowledging that the evil spirit is a formidable foe capable of interfering with divination and prophecy.
In a separate storyline, Emlyn White completes his chores at the Harvest Church, where Father Utravsky encourages him to appreciate the joy of working with dedication and gratitude. As Emlyn leaves the church, he is left with lingering doubts and uncertainty, setting the stage for future developments in the story.
Chapter 459 – Letting A Chance Slip
Emlyn White is torn between his desire to rid himself of the psychological cue from Father Utravsky and the potential dangers of praying to The Fool. Lord Nibbs, the enigmatic Ancestor, offers guidance, reassuring Emlyn that not all hidden existences are malicious and that he will be protected. However, Cosmi Odora questions Nibbs’s motives, wondering why Emlyn was chosen and what makes him special.
Meanwhile, Klein Moreno spends his Monday morning cleaning his messy house, a rare moment of domesticity for the busy detective. He’s determined to take a break from investigations and prepare for his “vacation” to the south. But his plans are disrupted by the arrival of Prince Edessak’s old butler, summoning him to report on his investigation progress.
As the chapter unfolds, the threads of Emlyn’s dilemma and Klein’s mundane morning are woven together, hinting at the larger mysteries and dangers lurking in the shadows. Will Emlyn take the risk and pray to The Fool, and what secrets lies behind Nibbs’s enigmatic words? And what does the future hold for Klein as he navigates the complex web of alliances and rivalries in the world of Tingen City?
Chapter 460 – Cyclic Explorations
As Klein attempts to uncover the truth behind the series of coincidences, he ventures into the mysterious ancient temple, using his divination skills to investigate Sealed Artifact 0-08. However, his efforts are met with failure, and he begins to ponder whether he should escape or take a more cautious approach. Meanwhile, Derrick Berg, still reeling from his encounter with The Fool, receives a cryptic message to prepare for the gathering, hinting at a greater purpose at play.
As Derrick delves deeper into his subconscious, he uncovers fragmented memories of exploring the Fallen Creator’s temple, reliving the same experiences five times with slight variations. The memories are haunting, filled with eerie encounters and catastrophic events, leaving Derrick shaken and terrified.
In the midst of these cryptic events, Audrey senses Derrick’s unease, asking if something has gone awry in their exploration of the temple. The Tarot Gathering looms, shrouding the characters in an air of uncertainty, as they navigate the intricate web of mysteries and rivalries in Tingen City. Will Klein’s caution pay off, or will Derrick’s memories hold the key to unlocking the secrets that lie ahead?
Chapter 461 – The Kind and Enthusiastic Hanged Man
Derrick shares his fragmented memories of exploring the Fallen Creator’s temple with the Tarot Club members, conjuring vivid scenes that reflect the eerie and catastrophic events he experienced. The descriptions evoke a mix of fascination and unease, particularly in Audrey, who is drawn to the mystery and uncertainty surrounding the City of Silver. Klein watches with a sigh, pondering the difficulties faced by the city and the limitations of Derrick’s storytelling abilities.
As the club members examine the mural depicting the Fallen Creator resisting the six “evil gods,” they begin to make connections and ponder the identities of these corrupted deities. Alger queries Derrick, but he admits he doesn’t know, and the group fails to identify the statues. The Fool’s reaction sparks Klein’s realization that the True Creator may have distorted the images of the six gods, disguising them as evil gods.
Klein takes control, using The World to reveal that similar statues exist in a Fourth Epoch ruin, sparking Audrey’s interest and curiosity. The World conjures the statues, including the Evernight Goddess, which stirs conflicting emotions within Audrey. As the club members deliberate and unravel the mysteries, they edge closer to uncovering the secrets hidden within the City of Silver.
Chapter 462 – What is a Miracle?
As The Fool’s enigmatic chuckle quiets the room, Audrey and the others redirect their attention, aware that they’ve been given hints rather than explanations. Alger’s curiosity is piqued, and he inquires about Rose Redemption, a phrase related to Jotun, sparking a connection to Jack, the mysterious child from the Sonia Sea. Derrick reveals that the text on the mural is an ancient Feysac language, similar to that used in the Solomon Empire, which Historian Klein confirms is a characteristic of the empire’s linguistics.
Alger’s interest is further fueled, and he requests Derrick to conjure the text again, noting the differences in language handling. Meanwhile, Audrey wonders about Jack’s ability to communicate with The Sun and others, which Alger attributes to the ease of obtaining language knowledge in mysticism. The Tarot Gathering resumes, with Audrey presenting three new Roselle diary pages and Fors announcing forthcoming responses. Klein eagerly reads the diary entries, which detail Roselle’s experiences at a ball in the White Maple Palace, where he’s struck by the extravagance and cleanliness of the aristocrats.
As Klein reads on, he uncovers hints about the existence of true gods and the threat of Beyonders spreading plagues through dirty habits. The diary entries raise more questions, and the group edges closer to unraveling the mysteries hidden within the City of Silver, their curiosity and anticipation building as they delve deeper into the enigmatic world of Tarma.
Chapter 463 – Answering His Own Questions
Klein’s mind is racing as he pieces together clues about the mysterious space above the gray fog, the Seer pathway, and the concept of resurrection. He realizes that his choice of the Seer Sequence was not a coincidence, and that the space above the fog is closely related to the Seer pathway, possibly being a Grade 0 Sealed Artifact or a divine kingdom. As he delves deeper into the mysteries, Klein becomes more cautious of Zaratul, the leader of the Secret Order, who is a powerful Miracle Invoker from the Seer pathway.
Meanwhile, Fors presents a new transaction at the Tarot Gathering, offering a pair of Mirror Dragon eyes for 1,000 pounds. Audrey, who has been waiting for the Psychiatrist potion ingredients, agrees to the deal without hesitation, confident that her financial situation will improve once she becomes an adult and receives her inheritance. Fors is relieved and arranges for the transaction to take place, planning to head to Pritz Harbor immediately to obtain the Spirit Eater stomach pouch.
As the transactions unfold, the group’s anticipation and curiosity about the mysteries of Tarma continue to build. Klein’s discovery raises more questions, and the group edges closer to unraveling the secrets hidden within the City of Silver.
Chapter 464 – Consultation
As the Tarot Gathering unfolds, Audrey’s thoughts are consumed by the mysterious Prince Edessak Augustus, whose involvement in a potentially catastrophic event has caught Mr. Fool’s attention. Recalling her encounters with the prince, Audrey’s anxiety grows, knowing that anything related to Mr. Fool is either extremely dangerous, secretive, or crucial. She’s determined to uncover more about Prince Edessak, fearing that if not handled carefully, his actions could unleash a terrible storm.
Meanwhile, Fors is intrigued by Mr. Fool’s hint about Prince Edessak, and Alger tries to instigate the other Tarot Club members to investigate the matter. Klein, watching from the sidelines, is cautious not to reveal too much, suspecting that Prince Edessak’s involvement might be connected to the Grade 0 Sealed Artifact 0-08 and Ince Zangwill. He plans to “leave” Backlund, change his appearance, and secretly return to contact the Machinery Hivemind, hoping to uncover more about Ince Zangwill.
As the gathering comes to a close, Audrey stands in front of her mirror, reflecting on the good news – acquiring the Mirror Dragon eyes – and the bad news – Prince Edessak’s ominous situation. With Mr. Fool’s warning, she’s determined to tackle the problem head-on, mustering her optimism and preparing for her upcoming piano lesson, all while concealing her true identity as Justice.
Chapter 465 – Emlyn’s Determination
Klein’s conversation with Emlyn White reveals more about the mysterious ritual to pray to The Fool, which seems to be orchestrated by a powerful Sanguine entity. Emlyn’s determination to proceed stems from his desire to break free from the psychological cue controlling him, rather than serving the interests of the Sanguine. Klein, however, remains skeptical and fabricated statistics to dissuade Emlyn, highlighting the risks involved.
Emlyn’s resolve is rooted in his pride as a Sanguine, and he’s willing to take the risk to ensure his freedom and potentially help his entire race. Klein’s questions and concerns fall on deaf ears, and Emlyn departs, leaving Klein to ponder the true intentions of the Sanguine entity involved. The vampire’s parting comment about the consultation fee sparks Klein’s amusement, but he quickly returns to his cautious and analytical mindset.
Meanwhile, Derrick and the exploratory team from the City of Silver arrive at the abandoned temple, where they recall their previous, eerie experience. Derrick secretly prays, as suggested by Mr. Hanged Man and Miss Justice, and a burst of light emanates from his body, putting the team on high alert.
