Lord of the Mysteries Chapter Summary 466-480

Chapter 466 – Tail-devourer

Derrick’s bold move to strike the mural with his axe, wrapped in streaks of silver, causes the wall to cave in, and stone chips fly everywhere. However, Demon Hunter Colin immediately appears, his face grim, and questions Derrick about a black shadow that supposedly flashed by. Colin’s intense gaze and tight grip on his hilt unnerve Derrick, who tries to deflect attention by claiming to have seen a child-like figure. Colin, seemingly convinced, orders Derrick to stay by his side, sensing the young man’s nervousness.

As the exploratory team continues their mission, they arrive at the final hall, where they find the yellow-haired boy, Jack, curled up in the shadows. Jack’s pleas to be saved and sent home to Enmat Harbor spark Derrick’s excitement, and he presses Jack for more information. The mention of Enmat Harbor, a place outside the City of Silver, captures Colin’s attention, and he, too, becomes intrigued.

Colin’s curiosity gets the better of him as Jack recounts his journey, and the Demon Hunter begins to piece together the route Jack took to reach the temple. The trail leads Colin to the ruins of the Giant King’s Court, a place of ancient power and danger, and he starts to formulate a plan to find the sea and the human kingdom on the other side. But as the conversation unfolds, Derrick notices Jack’s ominous injuries, with two eyes, a nose, and a mouth inlaid on his bare chest, and the air is thick with tension and foreboding.

Chapter 467 – The Delayed Response

In the ancient temple, Emlyn White begins a mysterious ritual, chanting honorific names to enter a magical state. Meanwhile, Klein, watching from the gray fog, remains amused but cautious, unsure of the Sanguine’s true intentions. He decides to delay his response, waiting for the perfect moment to intervene.

Back in the temple, Derrick and Demon Hunter Colin continue their investigation, discussing the possibility of being trapped in a river-like cycle. Colin takes a dark red metal tube, and after consuming its contents, his eyes transform, allowing him to sense Jack’s presence. With swift and precise movements, Colin pulls out his swords, illuminating the underground hall and dispelling the darkness that had shrouded Jack.

In the aftermath, Jack’s internal organs are revealed, and the face on his chest disappears, leaving behind a hole. Colin stands victorious, having torn apart the malevolent entity. As the darkness dissipates, Derrick feels a sense of relief, knowing they have escaped the cycle of repetition. But with the temple’s secrets slowly unraveling, what dangers or mysteries lie ahead for Derrick and his companions?

Chapter 468 – The Moon

Emlyn White stands stiff, his mind blank, as he’s confronted by Klein, who asks why he prayed to him. Emlyn recounts a revelation from his Ancestor, claiming he’s key to preparing for the apocalypse, and Klein is taken aback by the detailed response. As Klein processes the information, he connects the dots, suspecting that either Lilith, the ancient goddess, is still alive or another deity is impersonating her, using the Sanguine as pawns in their game.

Klein remains calm, inquiring about Emlyn’s mission, and the Sanguine admits he doesn’t know. The Fool’s nonchalant attitude calms Emlyn, who realizes he’s been pulled into a magical realm by a hidden existence. Emlyn, buoyed by his Ancestor’s recognition, claims he’ll be the key to saving the Sanguine from the apocalypse, which begins with praying to The Fool.

Klein, amused by Emlyn’s “eighth-grader syndrome,” ponders the true intentions behind the revelation. He proposes that Emlyn’s Ancestor wants him to grow into a high-level entity with Klein’s help, saving the Sanguine in the process. Emlyn is puzzled, citing the Sanguine’s inability to grow without ceremonies and relics. Klein cryptically suggests there may be other ways, offering Emlyn an opportunity to discover the truth, which the Sanguine eagerly accepts.

Chapter 469 – Vampire Queen

Emlyn recounts the Sanguine’s history to Klein, detailing their rise to power and subsequent downfall in the War of the Four Emperors. He proudly shares stories of their queen, Blood Moon Auernia, and the Sanguine’snobility, but Klein cuts him off, suggesting they trade information in the future. Emlyn is left feeling lost, but Kleinesis pleased with the exchange.

As Emlyn departs, Klein resumes his usual demeanor, and Emlyn finds himself back in the rental carriage. He receives an illusory goatskin parchment with instructions on how to request help from The Fool and is thrilled to perform the ritual to dispel his psychological cues.

Meanwhile, Klein meets with Old Kohler at a coffee shop, listening to his report and providing payment, along with an unexpected bonus. Klein announces his plans to take a holiday in the south, marking a year of hard work.

Chapter 470 – Name

Klein Moretti, aka Detective Moriarty, arrives at Red Rose Manor to meet Prince Edessak, carefully avoiding any potential encounters with the mysterious woman wearing a sapphire ring. He’s cautiously optimistic, having used Sealed Artifact 0-08’s influence to prevent any unwanted meetings. As he enters the solarium, he’s greeted by the prince’s solemn atmosphere and begins to report on his investigation into Talim’s death, feigning self-blame and weakness to maintain his cover.

Prince Edessak remains unsmiling, but Klein’s performance convinces him, and he requests an investigation report, suggesting that Klein is not suited for the task. Klein takes the opportunity to hand over a prepared report, while secretly relieved that the woman in the sapphire ring is nowhere to be seen. The prince dismisses him, and Klein takes his leave, finally exhaling a sigh of relief as he exits the manor.

With his task complete, Klein boards a carriage and begins to plot his next move, planning to head south for a holiday, change his appearance, and sneak back into the city undetected. His detective work may be over for now, but Klein’s schemes are far from finished, and he’s already thinking several steps ahead.

Chapter 471 – Klein’s Preparations

Klein’s instincts scream warning as he encounters Trissy Cheek, her misty eyes and furrowed eyebrows evoking a primal fear reminiscent of his Spirit Vision encounters. He realizes that she harbors something far more terrifying than a Grade 0 Sealed Artifact or mystical item: the symbol of apocalypse, the Primordial Demoness. Trissy’s words, laced with seduction and malice, hint at her unawareness of her true nature, and Klein knows he must escape the pursuing forces before it’s too late.

As Trissy disappears, leaving behind an unsettling sweet fragrance, Klein’s experience and instincts kick in. He uses his matches and mystical items to create a diversion, igniting a fire and rapidly flashing through the forest to escape. With his life on the line, Klein prepares to call in a favor from powerhouse Azik, blowing on the ancient copper whistle to signal for help.

Klein’s desperate bid for survival sets the stage for a high-stakes game of cat and mouse. With 0-08 potentially behind the coincidences, Klein’s fate hangs in the balance as he waits for Azik’s response, wondering if he’ll be saved or silenced.

Chapter 472 – Latent Danger

Lady Caitlyn sits in the activity room, instructing her staff on the evening’s dinner banquet, when her daughter Audrey arrives with a confession. Audrey reveals she has been hiding her Beyonder abilities, obtained by consuming a potion, and that she has joined a secret organization. Lady Caitlyn, however, is not surprised, revealing that she and her husband are aware of Audrey’s actions and have been waiting for her to mature.

Audrey’s true concern lies in the news she received about Trissy Cheek, the commoner girl loved by Prince Edessak, being a Demoness – a revelation that sparks unease in Lady Caitlyn. Audrey fabricates a story about the organization’s discovery of Trissy’s name in an ancient book, linking her to the Primordial Demoness, an evil goddess. Lady Caitlyn is alarmed, and Audrey suggests seeking the Church of the Goddess’s Beyonders to confirm the matter.

As the conversation unfolds, Audrey’s growth and maturity shine through, leaving Lady Caitlyn surprised and impressed. The gravity of the situation, however, pushes aside their mother-daughter moment, and they focus on the looming danger surrounding Trissy Cheek and the potential evil goddess.

Chapter 473 – Faceless

Klein finds himself in a strange, underground world with Mr. Azik, after experiencing a sense of weightlessness and plummeting to the ground. He observes their surroundings, noting the lack of natural light and the stone walls that seem to support the entire region. As they attempt to leave, a flash of light forms an illusory door, and pale, bloody arms, greenish-black vines, and sleek tentacles emerge, reminiscent of Miss Sharron’s mystical item.

Ince Zangwill, the former archbishop and owner of Sealed Artifact 0-08, emerges from the door, his lifeless eyes a stark contrast to his classical features. Klein recalls his past encounters with Ince and quickly flees with Mr. Azik’s guidance, knowing he would be a burden in a clash between demigods. As they escape, Azik reveals he has recalled memories of his past, including being in the Undying Sequence.

Klein, disguised as Ince Zangwill, navigates through the dark corridors, avoiding detection by the guards. He uses his illusions to blend in, searching for a way out of the ancient ruins, while Ince Zangwill and Azik engage in a subtle battle of wits, with Ince seemingly hallucinating and sensing Klein’s presence.

Chapter 474 – Edessak’s Story

Trissy Cheek, the Demoness, stands defiantly in the solarium of Red Rose Manor, her porcelain-smooth face a mask of amusement as she confronts Prince Edessak Augustus. His gloomy demeanor and volcano-like voice betray his growing unease as she reveals the truth about her past, her wanted poster, and the arrangement that brought them together. Edessak’s world crashes down around him as Trissy’s words pierce the veil of his romantic delusions, forcing him to confront the reality of their situation.

As Trissy’s mocking laughter echoes through the room, Edessak’s composure crumbles, and he instinctively retreats from her taunts. His pitiful attempts to salvage the situation only serve to further entrap him in Trissy’s web of manipulation. The Demoness reveals the true nature of their relationship, exposing the strings of manipulation that control Edessak like a puppet, and the Prince’s world teeters on the brink of collapse.

In a stunning turn of events, Edessak suddenly releases Trissy from her confinement, allowing her to escape through a hidden door. As she departs, Trissy’s parting glance lingers on the Prince, who stands frozen, lost in the shattered remains of his own reality. With Trissy gone, Edessak is left to confront the dark truths of his own existence, his future hanging precariously in the balance.

Chapter 475 – Lady Despair

Klein, hiding in the shadows, overhears a conversation between Mr. A of the Aurora Order and a gentle-voiced woman, Lady Despair, as they discuss their sinister plans. They intend to use Klein’s skills to create a passageway for their Lord’s descent, all while framing him for the infamy and enmity from the military and Churches. The Aurora Order is willing to take drastic measures, including arson, to achieve their goal.

As the conversation unfolds, Klein’s caution turns to alarm as he realizes the true extent of their intentions. He can’t help but wonder if this faction, working with Ince Zangwill and the Demoness Sect, will stop at nothing to get what they want. Just as he’s processing this information, a sudden intrusion interrupts the meeting, and a man named Baelen, with ties to the disappearance of colonial island slaves, appears on the scene.

Klein’s spiritual intuition as a Seer detects an inexplicable sense of familiarity, and he recalls the Hanged Man’s request to find Baelen, whose details match the man standing before him. The plot thickens, and Klein is now entangled in a web of secrets and conspiracies that threaten to engulf him.

Chapter 476 – The Straw Men

Ince Zangwill emerges from the darkness, his eyes filled with pain as he suffers the ire of the evil god’s spawn. The 0-08 quill reveals that he has lost the mystical item and his strength has been reduced to 55%. Meanwhile, in East Borough, Old Kohler hurries back to his rented apartment, excited for his New Year’s ham, but his joy is short-lived as the thickening fog begins to suffocate him. As he struggles to breathe, he recalls the memories of his loved ones who died suddenly, and the phrase “the wind is coming” echoes in his mind.

Old Kohler’s health rapidly deteriorates, and he collapses to the ground, clutching his ham. His thoughts are filled with desperation and confusion as he tries to make sense of his sudden illness. He remembers the words of a drunk in a bar, “People like us are like straw on the ground, falling when the wind blows. It’s even possible to fall on our own even without the wind.” As Old Kohler’s strength fades, he’s left with only one question: “Why?”

In another part of East Borough, Liv hangs up the last piece of laundry, unaware of the darkness that’s unfolding outside. The thick fog has her worried, and she’s concerned about the lack of work, which means insufficient income. As the fog closes in, the atmosphere is heavy with foreboding, leaving readers wondering what’s to come.

Chapter 477 – The Many Considerations of The Fool

Klein emerges from hiding to confront Mr. A, a figure surrounded by a radiant barrier, with an altar and four shriveled corpses behind him. As Klein fires silver demon-hunting bullets, they disintegrate upon contact with the barrier, leaving no trace. Mr. A laughs, declaring the ritual has begun, and Klein’s attempts to interrupt it will be futile. The Shepherd summons a light, enveloping himself, and Klein’s Flame Controlling attempts are also thwarted.

Klein realizes his mystical items are inaccessible, and even his most powerful items may not breach the altar’s barrier. He’s left to consider his options, including waiting for Miss Justice’s reinforcements or watching helplessly as the True Creator descends. As he ponders, his palms sweat, and he suddenly remembers the Master Key, which he throws at the altar, hoping to connect with Mr. Door.

Meanwhile, in Empress Borough, Audrey stands at her window, gazing at the increasingly thick, pale yellow fog spreading towards her location. She senses something is amiss and silently prays to the Goddess and Mr. Fool, hoping to prevent the Primordial Demoness’s descent. As the branches outside rattle, Audrey feels an inexplicable sense of happiness, echoing the ominous phrase “the wind is coming.”

Chapter 478 – Grade 0 Sealed Artifact in Operation

Lady Despair, a Sequence 4 Demoness of Despair, confronts a mysterious woman with black hair and eyes, attempting to attack her with an ice spear. However, the spear disappears into thin air, and Lady Despair’s body begins to disintegrate, filled with fear and despair as she’s erased from existence. The serene woman in black then disappears, leaving the seat empty.

Meanwhile, Triss, on the outskirts of Empress Borough, is pursued by the terrifying old butler, Funkel. She’s suddenly transported outside, face-to-face with the same black-hooded figure, who instills an overpowering sense of despair and fear. A dim blue light frees her from her paralysis, and the figure vanishes, leaving Triss shaken and her sapphire ring shattered.

Klein, still in the underground ritual location, takes advantage of Mr. A’s injuries to make a daring escape. With only Azik’s copper whistle and three types of Beyonder bullets, he dodges the Shepherd’s potential counterattack, desperate to flee the hidden mountain location and find help.

Chapter 479 – The Inexplicable Smile

Funkel, the terrifying old butler, is fleeing across a barren field, exhausted and disheveled, only to encounter the mysterious black-hooded figure who instills despair and erases him from existence. Meanwhile, Klein, still in the underground ritual location, uses Azik’s copper whistle to summon a skeleton messenger, which blocks Mr. A’s fatal blow and gives Klein an opportunity to escape. As the skeleton messenger crumbles, Klein takes advantage of the distraction to use Paper Figurine Substitute and swaps places with the messenger, narrowly avoiding Mr. A’s attack.

Klein takes aim at Mr. A with his revolver, firing bronze, pale gold, and silver bullets, but his illness hinders his accuracy, and only two bullets hit Mr. A, failing to deal lethal damage. Mr. A, driven by hatred, continues to use his Beyonder powers, worsening his injuries and backlash on his mind and spirituality. Klein decides to flee, jumping off a cliff and into the Tussock River, using his diving skills to adjust his posture mid-air, despite his ongoing illness.

As Klein escapes, Mr. A is left to lick his wounds, literally, as he consumes the fragmented organs and flesh he coughed up. The chase is far from over, and Klein’s next move will be crucial to his survival.

Chapter 480 – Honest Rewards

Saint Anthony Stevenson, the Archbishop of the Church of the Evernight Goddess, leads a team of Nighthawks into the underground ritual location, only to find the area seemingly swept clean of guards and valuables. As they delve deeper, the lanterns’ light suddenly fails, and the walls melt away, revealing nothing but mud, rocks, and the corridor they came from. Saint Anthony orders a divination to search the vicinity, hinting at a deeper mystery.

Meanwhile, Klein, still on the run, realizes he’s fallen ill due to Mr. A’s Beyonder powers and the harsh winter weather. He’s afraid to stop and rest, fearing the Church’s investigations and his own connections to the Nighthawks. With his semi-official status, he knows he’ll be rigorously questioned about the Primordial Demoness’s awakening and the True Creator’s descent.

Klein is suddenly teleported to a new location, where he reunites with Azik Eggers, who has been secretly observing the MI9 and the royal family to confirm Ince Zangwill’s whereabouts. Azik’s words reveal his own mysterious abilities, leaving Klein in awe of the true powerhouses that operate in the shadows.