Lord of the Mysteries Chapter Summary 871-885

Chapter 871 – Director

Hazel rushes to the charred rat’s aid, finding it seemingly unharmed despite its claim of a supernatural struggle. The rat, a demigod, reveals it attempted a divination using the mirror but attracted unwanted attention, forcing it to fight for its life. Now, it requests Hazel’s help in transporting it to her countryside manor to avoid detection by the Church of Evernight.

Meanwhile, Klein receives an update from Arrodes, the magic mirror, about the demigod from the Marauder pathway. The mirror admits to punishing the demigod, but not killing it, as doing so could have unpredictable and disastrous consequences. Arrodes explains that demigods, when cornered, can mutate into irrational and uncontrollable creatures. Klein ponders the implications, deciding to summon the mirror again if needed.

As the day unfolds, Klein receives an invitation from the Church to join the Loen Charity Bursary Foundation’s board of directors, which he accepts in a symbolic capacity, intending to contribute to the foundation’s operations and spread aid to those in need.

Chapter 872 – Results of Mediumship

Klein deliberates on the problems in West Balam, considering the possibility of venturing there without the Death Consul’s protection, and weighing the risks of involving himself with factions tied to the Rose School of Thought. He ponders setting a target to make unexpected developments controllable and wonders about the motives behind the information provided by Danitz, suspecting that Vice Admiral Iceberg might be involved.

As he reads through the content, Klein becomes suspicious of the two native generals, believing they might be connected to the Church of the God of Knowledge and Wisdom, and realizes Edwina’s intention to hint at their uniqueness. He later burns the letter, chuckling at the idea of meeting Mr. Azik and referring to him.

Klein is soon interrupted by Walter, who announces the police have arrived to discuss Cuarón’s suicide. Despite being cleared as a witness, Klein agrees to participate in the police lineup, curious about the Cuarón family’s experiences and how the matter has been directed towards Baron Syndras. At the police station, Klein observes the emotional Cuarón family, wondering about the implanted memories that seem to connect them to him, while elsewhere, Daly Simone begins sketching in the mortuary, her hand moving uncontrollably as she recreates a scene.

Chapter 873 – Undetectable Communication

Audrey arrives at the Loen Charity Bursary Foundation, where she’s greeted by Dwayne Dantès, a charming gentleman who’s actually Gehrman Sparrow in disguise. As they exchange pleasantries, Audrey notes Dantès’s impressive acting skills, which she suspects might be part of his Beyonder pathway. She’s accompanied by her lady’s maid, Annie, and meets with reporters before entering the VIP lounge, where she’s introduced to the charity’s staff and operations.

Inside the lounge, Dantès interrupts Audrey’s conversation with Lovesa, a staff member, to offer two suggestions for the charity’s operations. His first suggestion is to prioritize promoting the bursary to students in need, as the current examination period is critical for their future. His second suggestion is to disburse the bursary directly into the students’ bank accounts, with strict withdrawal procedures to prevent misuse. Audrey is impressed by Dantès’s thoughtful and detailed ideas, which reveal a warm and caring side to his personality.

As the scene unfolds, Audrey’s initial perception of Dantès as a cold assassin begins to shift, and she becomes more intrigued by his complexities. The chapter raises questions about Dantès’s true nature and his motives for involvement with the charity, leaving readers curious about his next move and the impact of his suggestions on the foundation’s operations.

Chapter 874 – I Didn’t Say Anything

Leonard Mitchell pieces together the restored scene of Cuarón’s death, but he’s unconvinced by the simplicity of the evidence pointing to Baron Syndras. He suspects that the true mastermind might be using an illusion or disguise, hinting at Dwayne Dantès’s own questionable appearance. As they discuss the case, Klein asks questions that guide Leonard’s thinking, suggesting that the goal might be to frame Baron Syndras and prompt a Nighthawk investigation.

Their conversation reveals that Baron Syndras might be hiding a serious problem related to the Beyonder domain, which could be the true target of the trap. Leonard theorizes that the baron might have sold his soul to a secret existence in times of desperation. Klein presses on, asking about the Nighthawks’ treatment of the real murderer, and Leonard speculates that the trap might be the work of a Beyonder from another pathway using a mystical item.

As the discussion unfolds, Klein maintains his enigmatic smile, allowing Leonard to reach his own conclusions. The poet ultimately thanks Klein for his advice, despite the latter’s claim that he said nothing. The chapter ends with a sudden twist, as Klein relays a message from a former colleague about informing Leonard of any discoveries related to Ince Zangwill, leaving Leonard with a complicated expression and a cryptic instruction to pass the information to 7 Pinster Street.

Chapter 875 – Mummy

Leonard Mitchell struggles to write a message, hesitating multiple times before crumpling the paper and throwing it away. Meanwhile, Klein receives a mysterious letter from Sharron, requesting his help and a face-to-face meeting. Klein responds, affirming the meeting, and begins making preparations. He holds a ritual to bring Creeping Hunger back to the real world, then travels to the Backlund Bridge area, assuming the disguise of Sherlock Moriarty.

As Sherlock, Klein enters the Bravehearts Bar, where he meets Sharron and Maric in a billiard room. Maric, still pale but with a significantly less evil gaze, inquires about Klein’s presence in Backlund. Klein deflects the question, apologizing for losing a Wraith Beyonder characteristic he had intended to sell to Maric. Sharron shows concern for Klein’s well-being, but doesn’t press for details.

The meeting is shrouded in mystery, with Klein’s true intentions and Sharron’s request for help remaining unclear. As the scene unfolds, the atmosphere is thick with tension, hinting at a complex web of relationships and hidden agendas.

Chapter 876 – Art of Diverting Trouble

Klein’s pupils constrict as he learns of Amon’s arrival in Backlund, a King of Angels from the Marauder pathway. He suspects that Amon is not in his main body, but an avatar, and that he’s searching for the organization that believes in The Fool. Klein realizes that Amon’s presence poses a significant threat, as he can detect the gray fog’s aura and might even try to steal control over it.

As Klein composes himself, he decides that temporarily leaving Backlund for West Balam might not be a bad idea, especially since he’s not yet a demigod. He needs to push open the door to Sequence 4 and change his existence to hide the gray fog’s aura. Klein’s thoughts are racing with ideas on how to deal with Amon, including finding something to distract him, like Pallez Zoroast, an angel from the Marauder pathway.

Klein comes up with a plan to inform Pallez Zoroast about Amon’s presence in Backlund, hoping to gauge the angel’s reaction. He writes a letter and hands it to Reinette Tinekerr, Miss Messenger, to deliver to 7 Pinster Street. Klein’s actions are driven by his desire to stay one step ahead of Amon and protect himself from being discovered. With Amon’s arrival, the stakes have risen, and Klein must tread carefully to survive in this treacherous world.

Chapter 877 – Whose Trap

Leonard’s interaction with Pallez Zoroast reveals the true extent of Amon’s terrifying powers. Amon is a Sequence 1 angel, capable of unleashing a deity’s descent if his actual body appears in Backlund. His avatars can infiltrate and manipulate the fates of others, rendering them powerless against his influence. Pallez Zoroast warns that attempting to eliminate one avatar may trigger the emergence of multiple others, making Amon nearly untouchable.

As Leonard struggles to fathom the magnitude of Amon’s abilities, Pallez Zoroast illustrates the angel’s capacity to steal away one’s fate, replacing them in the lives of loved ones and friends. This sinister manipulation would ultimately lead to the victim’s isolation and demise. The prospects are chilling, leaving Leonard and Pallez Zoroast at a loss for a concrete plan, opting instead to “watch and see” for the time being.

In a separate scene, Maric awaits Sherlock Moriarty’s arrival at the Bravehearts Bar, eager to discuss the details of their operation. However, when Sherlock suddenly appears, Maric’s wariness intensifies, hinting at the detective’s mysterious abilities and the complexity of their partnership.

Chapter 878 – Arrodes’s Question

Klein, Sharron, and Maric gather in Billiard Room 3, where Klein conjures an eerie, supernatural atmosphere, summoning the mysterious Arrodes. The air is thick with tension as Maric takes the lead, inquiring about the Tutanssess II mummy. Sharron intervenes, asking Arrodes if the mummy is a trap set by the Loen military to target the Rose School of Thought, to which Arrodes chillingly confirms.

As the conversation unfolds, Klein ponders the true extent of Amon’s powers, recalling Pallez Zoroast’s warning about the angel’s ability to steal away one’s fate. Sharron and Maric’s calm demeanor hints at their involvement in the operation and their enigmatic partnership with Sherlock Moriarty. Meanwhile, Arrodes poses a question about the relationship between the Chained God and the Mother Tree of Desire, which Sharron responds to, revealing the dark history of the Rose School of Thought and the Chained God’s possible corruption.

As the mysterious exchange continues, Arrodes reveals the Tutanssess II mummy’s true nature, filled with hexes and capable of automotically becoming a Zombie. Klein and the others remain unfazed, suggesting they possess the means to resolve the matter. The scene ends with Arrodes raising another question, leaving the fate of the group hanging in the balance.

Chapter 879 – Dual Purpose

Klein, Sharron, and Maric continue their discussion with Arrodes, diving deeper into the mysteries of the Tutanssess II mummy. Maric provides a detailed explanation of the ancient Highlands Kingdom’s process for creating a Pharaoh mummy, which Klein analyzes for any useful information. The group’s plan takes shape as Klein asks Sharron about the limits of her Mirror Blink ability, revealing a potential strategy for retrieving the mummy.

As the plan solidifies, Klein takes charge, outlining the risks and importance of following his instructions. Maric and Sharron nod in agreement, their confidence boosted by Klein’s intelligence and adaptability. The operation is set in motion, with Klein aiming to not only secure the mummy but also accelerate his digestion of his potion and demonstrate his Marionettist skills.

In the midst of planning, Klein reflects on his understanding of Marionettist principles, realizing he can control targets using dominance, language, and setting, even without a marionette. The evening atmosphere at Pritz Harbor is calm, but the stage is set for a daring operation that will put Klein’s skills to the test.

Chapter 880 – The Silent One

Klein, Sharron, and Maric put their plan into action, donning steel-gray metal masks to conceal their identities as they prepare to retrieve the Tutanssess II mummy. The group waits patiently as a ship docks at Pritz Harbor, bringing with it a heavily guarded cargo. A young major emerges, carrying a crystal casket containing a human skull with an eerie luster, accompanied by sailors and crew members holding lanterns to illuminate the casket.

As the procession moves slowly to a waiting steam locomotive, Klein’s attention is drawn to a man carrying a huge iron bucket containing layers of ice blocks, which in turn hold a golden hand. The military’s plunder of Sealed Artifacts is evident, and Klein’s patience is rewarded as the Tutanssess II mummy’s sarcophagus finally appears, carried by four “knights” in black full-body armor.

As the sarcophagus is secured and hung from a carriage, the “knights” begin to exhibit strange behavior, with one of them suddenly falling prey to dark red blood and black armored worms. The carriage, seemingly possessed, begins to move on its own, drawing the sarcophagus towards an empty spot in the harbor, as a figure in a white robe with golden threads appears, his voice prohibiting possession in the area.

Chapter 881 – A Play

As the Tutanssess II mummy’s sarcophagus is stolen, the Rose School of Thought demigod uses a Sealed Artifact to bind it with a transparent, rope-like form, attempting to drag it into the spirit world. However, a strong gust of wind intervenes, sending the sarcophagus flying, and the demigod is forced to retreat and reform as an evil spirit.

The lady in the black evening gown and crown of thorns, hindered by the hurricane, tries to intervene but is too slow. She attempts to confine the Rose School demigod, who evades her using his Mirror Blink ability. As the hurricane subsides, the sarcophagus breaks open, releasing the mummy of Tutanssess II, bound in yellowish-brown cloth and covered in dark red, oily liquid.

The Rose School demigod, with his Marauder pathway’s Sealed Artifact, possesses the mummy, only to have it break free and make a beeline for the lighthouse in Pritz Harbor. The lady and a mysterious black-haired, golden-eyed man pursue the mummy, attempting to stop it, but it continues to change direction, seemingly driven by an unknown force.

Chapter 882 – Core of Mischief

Sharron, carrying the iron cigar case, follows Sherlock Moriarty’s arrangements, using her Wraith abilities to fly to the lighthouse in Pritz Harbor. She navigates through the air with an irregular trajectory, dodging an invisible enemy that only she seems to sense. Meanwhile, a hurricane rages in the distance, and a mysterious fireworks display erupts, reflecting in Sharron’s blue eyes.

As Sharron approaches the lighthouse, she meets Maric, and they swiftly move through a series of shattered mirrors, evading an unknown threat. They’re aware of the role their actions play, but the outcome remains uncertain. Suddenly, Sherlock Moriarty appears, materializing with a handful of dark red soil and a dark-brown book. Maric and Sharron fade away, leaving the scene.

In the midst of the demigods’ battle, the golden-eyed Loen military demigod senses a dire threat after seeing Moriarty teleport away. He attempts to pursue, but Moriarty’s aura is impossible to lock onto, leaving him to face the remaining dangers alone. The Tutanssess II mummy, once bound in yellowish-brown cloth, suddenly vanishes from the demigods’ spiritual perception, leaving the outcome of the unfolding events hanging in the balance.

Chapter 883 – Demigod’s Appraisal

Klein has arrived in the book world, using rod divination to locate the Tutanssess II mummy, a demigod capable of producing extraordinary hexes. He believes the mummy is likely to be in an uninhabited area, and with the anti-hex golden bead Sharron provided, he’s willing to steal it. Following the divination, Klein flies towards a nearby mountain peak, where he encounters the mummy and its entourage of reanimated animal carcasses.

As the mummy approaches, Klein uses his Beyonder characteristic, Soul Assurer, to calm the surroundings and slow down the mummy. He then releases Creeping Hunger, imbuing it with the power of a Zombie, to control the deceased. The combined effects finally calm the mummy, which becomes Klein’s servant. He then uses the golden bead to suppress the hexes and possesses the mummy.

With the mummy now under his control, Klein returns to the gray fog, cleans up the traces, and teleports back to the apartment where Maric and Sharron await. He presents the mummy to the duo, who are left speechless by the sight of the golden-masked, bandaged figure.

Chapter 884 – Destined Encounter

In the aftermath of Klein’s daring heist, a golden-eyed demigod and a lady, likely members of the Intis intelligence agency, analyze the clues left behind. They suspect that the thief, or their helper, had already set up the ritual, using the soil to complete the final step, possibly involving a Sealed Artifact. The duo connects the Hurricane that swept up Tutanssess II’s sarcophagus to the mysterious man or his helper, establishing a foundation for further investigation.

The demigod and the lady discuss the potential involvement of the Church of Storms, which controls the Sailor pathway and its related Beyonder characteristics. They recall a similar case in East Borough, where Mr. X was assassinated, and Hurricane was used at the scene. This leads them to suspect a connection between the two events and the possible involvement of the Temperance faction that escaped from the Rose School of Thought.

Meanwhile, in Cherwood Borough, the Silent One Mahmosi and Zatwen, a mysterious figure with a cold and terrifying aura, discuss the theft of the Kadiev mummy. They suspect Sharron’s involvement, possibly with Reinette Tinekerr’s help, and consider seeking a revelation from Mother Tree to uncover more information about the thief’s identity and motives.

Chapter 885 – Two Letters

Klein, having received the information on Spirit World Plunderers from Miss Sharron, learns that they are rare, intelligent, and aggressive creatures that can capture and control souls, disguising themselves as other spirit world creatures. He discovers that they can influence the thought process of their prey, making them enter a desensitized state, and are extremely difficult to find, with only one place showing signs of their activity: the mysterious Calderón City.

Klein ponders the possibilities of finding Calderón City, using either a secret deed ritual to pray to Red Light Aiur Moria or seeking help from the Abraham family, who have explored the spirit world deeply. He decides to involve Miss Magician, who has contributed greatly to the Abraham family, to aid in the task. Meanwhile, he identifies the Spirit World Plunderers’ characteristics as similar to Marionettist and Bizarro Sorcerer, making them dangerous high-level spirit world creatures.

Under Saint Samuel Cathedral, Leonard Mitchell is briefed by Soest, his Red Gloves captain, about the interrogation of captured Numinous Episcopate members. They have uncovered a plot to create Artificial Death in Backlund, and their new mission is to find the key members of the Artificial Death faction in the Southern Continent, with help from Ma’am Daly and the Church.