Chapter 136 – The Stumped Klein

Klein’s investigation takes a shocking flip as he encounters a mysterious oil portray in a motel, depicting a person who seems to be uncannily like Mr. Azik, a determine from fourteen or fifteen hundred years in the past. The proprietor of the motel, a nervous blond man, claims that the portray is a replica made by his grandfather, who discovered the unique in an historic citadel over forty years in the past. Klein’s interrogation yields few concrete solutions, however he senses that the reality behind the portray and its connection to Mr. Azik is much extra sinister.

As Klein displays on the encounter, he begins to formulate theories about Mr. Azik’s true nature, together with the potential for immortality or reincarnation. He recollects recollections of his interactions with Mr. Azik, trying to find clues which may clarify the person’s enigmatic previous. Klein’s deductions lead him to suspect that Mr. Azik might have lived for over a thousand years, probably dropping his recollections in a cyclical sample, and that his goals could also be fragments of previous lives.

Along with his thoughts racing with prospects, Klein ponders whether or not to share his findings with Captain Dunn, conscious that unraveling the reality about Mr. Azik’s identification might have far-reaching penalties. Because the thriller deepens, Klein’s dedication to uncover the reality solely grows stronger, pushed by a way of unease and fascination with the secrets and techniques that lie hidden within the shadows.

Chapter 137 – Metropolis of Silver

Derrick stands within the Mortuary, surrounded by the eerie environment of the Metropolis of Silver, as he’s confronted with an unspeakable horror – ending the lives of his personal dad and mom. The elder, wearing a protracted black gown, urges him to attract the silver sword and fulfill the cursed destiny of the Individuals of the Darkish, who’re forsaken by God. Derrick’s recollections of his loving household flash earlier than his eyes as he reluctantly takes the sword, his imaginative and prescient blurring with tears and blood as he completes the ugly job.

As Derrick flees the Mortuary, he’s consumed by grief and despair, his thoughts reeling with the burden of his future. He stumbles again to his empty, chilly home, trying to find solace within the crystal ball his father as soon as used to worship a long-forgotten deity. With desperation, he pleads to the Magnificent Deity to free the Individuals of the Darkish from their cursed destiny, providing his personal life in change.

Within the midst of Derrick’s anguish, a darkish purple glow erupts from the crystal ball, casting an ominous mild on the younger boy’s future. The destiny of the Metropolis of Silver, and Derrick’s personal future, hangs precariously within the steadiness because the darkness closes in round him.

Chapter 138 – Big Pathway

Klein listens intently as Derrick recounts the tragic historical past of the Metropolis of Silver, a world ravaged by monsters and darkness. The younger man’s story speaks of a catastrophic occasion that triggered humanity’s Darkish Ages, forcing the folks of the Metropolis of Silver to fend for themselves amidst the chaos. Derrick’s descriptions evoke a way of despair, and Klein senses the ache and sorrow emanating from him.

As Derrick continues, Klein’s curiosity is piqued by the point out of Black-Confronted Grass, a mysterious plant that allowed the Metropolis of Silver’s inhabitants to outlive. He learns in regards to the distinctive system of timekeeping within the Metropolis, the place “day” and “evening” are outlined by the frequency of lightning storms. Derrick’s story weaves a mesmerizing narrative, hinting on the existence of secret organizations and mysterious Sequence pathways.

Klein’s eyes mild up as Derrick reveals the names of the Big Sequence pathway, together with the Beyonder Warrior, Gladiator, and Weapons Grasp. He senses a connection between this historic sequence and the one managed by the Church of the God of Fight. As Derrick finishes talking, Klein’s thoughts races with questions, his analytical thoughts working extra time to unravel the mysteries of the Metropolis of Silver and its connections to the world past.

Chapter 139 – Learning 3-0782

Because the crimson mild dissipates, Derrick Berg finds himself again in his room, the crystal ball shattered, and a mysterious image etched on the again of his palm. He’s not misplaced, however nonetheless full of grief and ache. In the meantime, Klein Moretti, the chief of the Tarot Membership, displays on his latest recruitment of Derrick, pondering he’s tricked him into becoming a member of. Klein’s focus shifts to the Metropolis of Silver, the place at the very least three Excessive-Sequence Beyonders exist, and he begins to plan his subsequent transfer.

Klein returns to the inn, the place he meets up with Dunn and Frye, discussing their investigations into the mysterious wraith. They share their findings, and Klein reveals he didn’t fall for a rip-off involving a faux vintage oil portray. The dialog turns to their subsequent mission: eradicating Sealed Artifact 3-0782 from the city to forestall its affect from affecting the inn’s inhabitants. Klein volunteers to tackle the duty, and Frye agrees to accompany him at hand over the artifact.

Because the group prepares for his or her mission, tensions simmer beneath the floor. Klein’s crafty and analytical thoughts are on full show as he navigates the complicated internet of secrets and techniques and mysteries within the Metropolis of Silver. With the stakes rising, the stage is ready for an exciting journey that may take a look at the boundaries of Klein and his companions.

Chapter 140 – Professional At Courting Dying

Klein, nonetheless reeling from his latest encounter with the mysterious golden liquid, decides to try a divination to uncover its origins. As he recites the divination assertion, he’s thrust right into a vivid dreamworld the place he witnesses a golden, blazing solar and a wave of pure, clear mild. However the expertise takes a darkish flip when the imaginative and prescient abruptly cuts off, leaving Klein’s physique Charred and his thoughts reeling.

As he struggles to grasp what simply occurred, Klein realizes that his divination has induced unprecedented injury to the mysterious area above the grey fog, shattering the traditional bronze desk and crumbling the lofty palace. He’s left shaken, fearing that he might have narrowly escaped loss of life and vowing to be extra cautious in his future experiments.

Within the aftermath, Klein displays on the expertise, distilling invaluable information from his transient encounter with the Everlasting Blazing Solar. He data his findings, together with essential warnings and insights into the realm of the Solar, and begins to formulate new guidelines for his Seer precept. As he processes the revelations, Klein’s dedication to navigate the complicated internet of secrets and techniques and mysteries within the Metropolis of Silver solely grows stronger.

Chapter 141 – Nightmare

Klein, nonetheless reeling from his latest divination experiment, takes a second to gather himself, reflecting on the unprecedented injury he might have induced to the mysterious area above the grey fog. As he struggles to grasp the aftermath, he realizes the significance of warning and begins to formulate new guidelines for his Seer precept. With the Mutated Solar Sacred Emblem safely saved away, Klein awaits Corpse Collector Frye’s arrival, utilizing Quelaag’s Oil to refresh his thoughts and combat off fatigue.

Frye’s well timed arrival brings a way of reduction, and Klein arms over the symbol, downplaying his exhaustion. As their assembly concludes, Klein returns to the inn, his weariness lastly getting the higher of him. His goals, nevertheless, are quickly invaded by Captain Dunn, who silently observes him from exterior the window of two Daffodil Avenue.

Klein’s dream shifts, and he finds himself seated on the dinner desk, the place Dunn unexpectedly enters, devouring the meal with haste. The grey-eyed Captain’s unorthodox conduct leaves Klein bewildered, not sure what to make of this unusual encounter.

Chapter 142 – Affiliation

Klein meets with Daxter Guderian, a Spectator, to debate Hood Eugen, a affected person within the asylum who’s a member of the Psychology Alchemists. Daxter reveals that Hood Eugen appears to be coaching his Beyonder powers, probably utilizing an “appearing methodology” to withstand the destructive affect of his potion. Klein, intrigued, begins to suppose deeply in regards to the implications, realizing that even a Sequence 7 member like Daxter doesn’t know the “appearing methodology”, which may very well be hiding in plain sight inside historic organizations just like the Church of the Evernight Goddess.

As Klein delves deeper into his ideas, he suspects that the Church would possibly concentrate on the “appearing methodology” however selected to maintain it hidden for some purpose. He plans to analyze additional by trying to find data of Beyonders within the Church who digested their potions rapidly. In the meantime, Klein reassures Daxter, who’s struggling along with his personal psychological well being, that as a subsidiary member of the Nighthawks, he’ll obtain assist to take care of management.

Daxter, nevertheless, sees by Klein’s partial dishonesty, asking what he really desires from him. Klein smiles, leaving the reply open-ended, as their dialog involves a detailed.

Chapter 143 – The Fools Actual-time Translator

Klein paces across the small taking pictures vary, pondering the intent of the Church of the Evernight Goddess relating to the Seer pathway. He suspects that they is perhaps hiding the “appearing methodology” and wonders if Nighthawks who select this pathway might turn out to be “vengeful spirits” for the Antigonus household. This sparks intense wariness in the direction of the Church’s higher-ups, making him rethink overtly handing over the particular software to turn out to be a Clown.

As Klein collects himself, he continues along with his day by day taking pictures follow and upkeep. Upon returning house, he encounters Elizabeth, Melissa’s classmate, who has come to thank him for his divination that helped her overcome her nightmares. Klein humors her and is relieved that his rationalization wasn’t needed. He then consolidates his ideas, resolving to take issues one step at a time.

On the earth above the grey fog, Klein performs a divination, asking if he ought to get hold of the Clown potion by the Nighthawks. The reply is optimistic, and he feels it’s acceptable. Nevertheless, he is aware of that future sequences can be difficult and decides to significantly develop his Tarot Membership. Klein then makes use of his talents to contact the youth from the Metropolis of Silver, looking for to know if he revealed the occasions on this world to the six-member council.

Chapter 144 – Three-Means Deal

Klein’s Tarot Membership gathering commences with Audrey looking for the Telepathist potion formulation in change for brand new pages of Roselle’s diary. She awkwardly affords financial compensation, which Klein humors, suggesting she obtain the formulation as soon as she totally digests the Spectator potion. The Solar, Derrick Berg, unexpectedly intervenes, revealing his information of the Telepathist pathway and its connection to the Dragon race, a lot to Klein’s dismay.

Derrick’s hasty phrases expose his origins, linking the Metropolis of Silver to the Big King’s imperial family and its historical past with the Dragon race. Klein properly refrains from intervening, permitting Derrick to proceed and solidify his enigmatic picture within the eyes of the opposite members. Audrey and Alger are left intrigued, sensing that Klein is already conscious of the Metropolis of Silver’s secrets and techniques.

Because the dialog unfolds, Derrick’s questions in regards to the group’s city-state affiliations are met with an charisma, leaving him to marvel in regards to the true nature of the Tarot Membership members. Amidst the change, Klein’s calm and enigmatic demeanor solely provides to the intrigue, as he appears to be pulling the strings from behind the scenes, orchestrating a grander scheme.

Chapter 145 – Request for Cooperation

Klein’s eyes slim as he reads the diary pages, shocked by the revelation that some Sequence pathways are interchangeable after Sequence 5. He commits the knowledge to reminiscence, conscious that Emperor Roselle’s phrases is perhaps true or FALSE. Klein ponders the implications, questioning which pathways are linked to the Seer pathway. His ideas are interrupted as he shifts his focus to the Tarot Membership members, smiling at their interactions.

Audrey shares the replace on the open collection of authorities officers by examinations, which has garnered the King and Prime Minister’s assist. Alger mocks the King’s determination, whereas Klein worries about his brother Benson’s probabilities within the upcoming examinations. Audrey requests the additional cost promised by Alger for delivering information in regards to the King’s determination on the Feysac Empire.

The dialog continues, with Derrick’s enigmatic presence nonetheless lingering within the air. Klein stays calm, orchestrating the grand scheme from behind the scenes. Because the assembly unfolds, the Tarot Membership members proceed to intrigue one another, unaware of the secrets and techniques Klein has uncovered from Roselle’s diary.

Chapter 146 – Creeping Starvation

Audrey inquires in regards to the magical merchandise, Creeping Starvation, possessed by Qilangos, studying that it requires a residing individual’s soul and flesh to satiate its starvation each different day. Alger reveals that Qilangos’s talents, together with driving targets loopy and summoning mild, are seemingly results of the magical merchandise. Derrick abruptly interjects, linking Qilangos’s powers to the Shepherd Sequence job, which may swallow and management different Beyonder souls, making them extraordinarily formidable.

Klein’s expression adjustments, however he maintains his calm demeanor, intrigued by the revelation. Derrick explains that Shepherds can make the most of the skills of the souls they eat, making them unpredictable and highly effective. The group realizes that Creeping Starvation could also be much like a Sealed Artifact, sparking Klein’s curiosity about different Sequence pathways and Sealed Artifacts.

Because the dialog unfolds, Audrey’s dedication to take down Qilangos grows, and she or he considers providing a value to steer Mr. Idiot to intervene. Nevertheless, she acknowledges that such a strong determine can’t be simply swayed. With newfound understanding, Audrey accepts the mission to seek out Qilangos, however expresses uncertainty about her skill to succeed.

Chapter 147 – Evening Customer

Klein receives the investigation report from Detective Henry, paying the remaining 4 kilos in money. He leaves the workplace, removes his masks, and searches for an appropriate cafe to prepare the report. After discovering an honest cafe, he evaluations the report, noting 1179 buildings with darkish purple chimneys and 546 buildings with the particular chimney described by the requester. He identifies 25 buildings with modified tenants and plans to analyze 15 of them that day, utilizing his religious sense to acknowledge the indicators from his dream.

As Klein investigates the buildings, he stays cautious, conscious that the mastermind behind the coincidences might have left no traces. He visits 15 buildings earlier than dinner however finds none that match the one from his dream. Undeterred, he analyzes the chances, contemplating that the individual is perhaps assured, unaware of publicity, or being protected by one other energy. With no leads, Klein returns house, getting ready dinner for Benson and Melissa.

The night unfolds quietly, with the siblings bidding one another goodnight and retreating to their rooms. Klein’s investigation continues, pushed by his dedication to uncover the reality behind the mysterious Qilangos and Creeping Starvation.

Chapter 148 – Messenger

Klein meets with Daly, a translucent Spirit Medium, who praises his distinctive knowledge and open thoughts for greedy the “appearing methodology” of controlling the potion. Daly reveals that the Church of the Evernight Goddess is aware of in regards to the methodology, however doesn’t share it with Nighthawks, requiring them to swear to not reveal it to anybody. Those that grasp the tactic can turn out to be high-ranking deacons and even Grounded Angels, however the Church’s motives for secrecy stay unclear.

Daly explains that she hopes Klein will inform Dunn in regards to the “appearing methodology” and shares her personal experiences, together with her failure to know it initially. She requests Klein’s assist in uncovering the Church’s causes for hiding the tactic, providing to supply steering and help in return. Klein agrees, and Daly teaches him a ritualistic magic to summon a particular spirit that may ship messages between them.

As Klein learns the magic, he realizes its uniqueness lies in praying to oneself, avoiding the constraints of a god’s area. Nevertheless, the power of the magic is dependent upon the person’s energy. Daly warns Klein to be exact within the ritual to keep away from attracting a terrifying monster. With this new information, Klein is set to uncover the reality behind the mysterious Qilangos and Creeping Starvation, and he seems to be ahead to receiving Daly’s steering sooner or later.

Chapter 149 – Direct Trace

Klein shares his realization in regards to the “appearing methodology” with Captain Dunn, fastidiously avoiding mentioning the time period immediately. He explains that the names of Sequence potions embody a set of rules that assist Nighthawks acquire management over them, and that these rules are hidden, requiring them to make conclusions from their corresponding job. Dunn listens intently, his expression unreadable, however Klein senses that he may not totally perceive the implications.

As Klein prepares to depart for his mysticism classes with Outdated Neil, he encounters two new clerks within the workplace and makes a psychological observe to submit his particular software to Dunn quickly. Upon arriving on the armory, he finds Outdated Neil dispirited and combating constipation, which he had tried to alleviate by ritualistic magic. Klein makes use of his Spirit Imaginative and prescient to evaluate Outdated Neil’s well being and finds some darkness and impurities in his digestive system, however nothing too critical.

With Outdated Neil’s well being considerations addressed, Klein affords to assist guard the armory and examine, permitting Outdated Neil to relaxation. As he observes the scenario, Klein stays decided to uncover the reality behind the mysterious Qilangos and Creeping Starvation, and he seems to be ahead to receiving steering from Daly sooner or later. In the meantime, he continues to navigate the complicated internet of relationships and secrets and techniques throughout the Nighthawks, cautious to not reveal an excessive amount of about his personal understanding of the “appearing methodology.”

Chapter 150 – Aziks Discovery

Klein returns house, the place Melissa greets him with pleasure, having purchased groceries for dinner. Nevertheless, Klein informs her he’ll be leaving for Lamud City to assist Mr. Azik, a Khoy College trainer, and gained’t return till daybreak. He departs, assembly Azik, who has employed a rented carriage for his or her journey. As they strategy the traditional deserted citadel, Azik’s solemn expression and quickened tempo put Klein on excessive alert, sensing one thing is amiss.

Upon arriving on the citadel, Azik’s demeanor adjustments, his eyes taking up a dreamy tone as he recounts recollections of the citadel from his goals. Klein’s Spirit Imaginative and prescient reveals the reality: Azik is linked to the citadel, and his phrases ship shivers down Klein’s backbone. The mysteries surrounding Azik’s previous deepen, and Klein begins to marvel if the person is certainly the first-generation Baron Lamud, a transcendental creature.

As they enter the citadel’s basement, Azik opens the key door with ease, main Klein to the coffin the place Frye had been. The coffin is now closed, and the nice and cozy feeling is gone, changed by an air of sorrow. Azik’s emotional outburst, wailing in ache and sorrow, forces Klein to retreat, sensing the darkness emanating from Azik. As Azik regains composure, Klein waits cautiously, not sure of what to anticipate subsequent.