Above the gray fog, The Fool and The World sit facing each other.
"That book was created by Angerwede. Prolonged contact or smearing of blood can lead to entry. The only way to exit is to defeat the dragon and complete the story." The Fool paused, then continued, "In my current state, I'm not sure how much influence I can exert on the world within the book. I'll need the people within the book to establish contact with me to find out. In other words, if you encounter any danger within the book, I may not be able to intervene in time."
The World looked up in shock, glanced at The Fool, and then lowered its head in fear.
However, The Fool paid no heed to his offense. He simply changed his stance and asked, "Are you wondering why I'm being so honest with you about my situation? Do you still think you're just an ordinary member of my many followers?"
The World shook its head and said, "I've had this doubt for a long time."
After a moment's hesitation, he added, "But I dare not ask."
The Fool chuckled, appearing cheerful. "I don't mind you being more casual around me. I thought you were already aware of this." Then he added, hinting, "Actually, our relationship is closer than you think. I'll tell you the details when you become an angel."
After the World had digested what he had said, The Fool knocked on the table and said, "Now let's get back to the book. If you absolutely must go in and save them, at least find someone else to try first. I will allow that person to recite my name after entering the book."
As if emboldened by The Fool's previous words, The World directly refuted this proposal: "No, that would be too dangerous for those exploring the path."
"Just an insignificant person, anyway..." The Fool paused mid-sentence, tapped his forehead, and amended his words, "It's not that dangerous. Although my strength hasn't recovered yet, Angerwede can't block my power in terms of personality. If my influence on the book is limited, let Merlin accompany you in order to rescue them. I can also provide compensation for the person who takes the risk. Becoming my believer is never a bad thing."
The sheer amount of information in this video made everyone present feel confused.
Klein was shocked by this terrifying original plot and inexplicably felt that his moral integrity was lost.
What kind of setting has this space created for me and The Fool? No, I'm Merlin now... so the three characters in this conversation are all me? Could he be using a bunch of "me's in the same frame just to cover up my identity?
Thinking of that scene, Klein felt so embarrassed that he couldn't bear to watch it.
At that time, Mr. Fool seemed to have just gained the authority of the Sea God, so he had no confidence in affecting the items created by the Imagination Dragon? Although he understood that "He" had not yet recovered his prime, and he also understood that gods were not omnipotent, but directly saying "I can't" in front of his own followers was too... Alger was at a loss for words.
And what exactly is the relationship between The Fool and The World?
What does "closer than you think" mean? Could it be that The Fool was truly affected by The World's journey, causing Sefirah Fort to revitalize? That's why he values The World so much, even his personality has been influenced by The World, and most of the time, He is kind and tolerant... The more Alger thought about it, the more logically he felt it was perfectly coherent.
Leonard was confused.
He had assumed Klein would inevitably face danger after being noticed by the evil god, but now it seemed The Fool didn't want him to face danger at all; instead, he was the one who was actually trying to get into danger. He was also worried that Klein would lose his sense of self after becoming a vessel for divine descent, and he didn't want that to happen. The Fool seemed to care about his feelings and respect his ideas. There was even an indescribable feeling in his entire attitude, like... well, just like what Klein had described him as before: gay inside gay.
After a brief moment of doubt in his life, Leonard chose to stop thinking.
The change in Mr. Fool's last words was very strange... At first, his attitude was that as long as Mr. World was fine, the safety of others didn't matter, but suddenly he changed his mind, supporting Mr. World in risking his life to save others, and even offered compensation. This is very similar to... Audrey habitually analyzed it from the perspective of a psychiatrist, then interrupted her thoughts in panic.
No! Audrey, how can you so easily speculate about the gods' thoughts! Mr. World is special. He has the capital to be willful in front of Mr. Fool, but you can't think of disrespectful things without permission!
After giving herself a psychological reminder, Audrey thought with lingering fear: It's the safety of this space that has made me let my guard down, even giving rise to such daring thoughts. But if I get used to my behavior here, something might happen when I return to reality! Before I leave, I need to remind the others... Well, maybe some people don't need my reminder, but it never hurts to say something. After all, judging by those images, everyone here is important to Mr. World, and most of them are kind-hearted.
Azik folded his hands on his legs, his posture relaxed a little.
He had always worried that Klein would take unnecessary risks because of The Fool, but now it seemed his worries were overblown. No one, or even a god, would not only help their favored one improve their strength but also care about their safety and feelings. While the attitude was a bit subtle, given the current situation, the benefits to Klein outweighed the risks.
Cattleya felt very aggrieved.
Although he knew that the gods could not be peeped into, and that his unauthorized testing and disclosure of secrets were extremely excessive, he felt sour in his heart after seeing how the "world" treated him.
However, she no longer dared to think about the secrets of The Fool. Faced with a large amount of revelations, she tried her best to pretend that she had seen and thought nothing after all, it was enough that the Queen saw and understood.
Emlyn glanced at Merlin, about to speak, but stopped himself. Then, unable to resist, he looked back at Merlin, his expression changing before he looked away.
When he looked over for the third time, Klein smiled kindly, "What do you want to ask?"
The voice was remarkably loud in the silent space of their own thoughts.
Only then did everyone withdraw their thoughts from the intimate relationship between The Fool and The World and realize that the person involved was mentioned by name in the image.
"I'm just curious..." Emlyn said with a guilty look, even shrinking his neck. "You're not very busy, so I ask you to do anything I need to do."
For example, providing the Angel's Embrace to Tarot Club members, helping Klein create a fake identity, and this adventure.
Facing the cautious yet somewhat strange gazes of the others, Klein pondered Merlin's personality in the video, and then discovered that he had no personality.
"Compared to others, I'm indeed the one with the most free time." Magician Merlin didn't hit the head of the vampire who seemed to be mocking him, but frankly admitted the fact that he was not busy.
As for why I'm so idle? That's up to them to figure out, or for this space to provide a reasonable explanation. Klein thought irresponsibly.
Compared to others? Hugh, who works in an official organization, has some thoughts on this.
Perhaps Mr. Fool's followers each have their own roles. For example, the "World" is the official representative. Mr. Merlin's constant presence alongside the "World" and his being drawn into this dimension like us suggests a close connection between him and Mr. "World." Perhaps Merlin's primary mission is related to the "World," but he also occasionally provides the Angel's Embrace to members of the Tarot Club. Perhaps he'd help us, too?
Toolman Danitz was in a complicated mood.
So I was just a pathfinder? Luckily, Mr. Fool wasn't that ruthless, and Gehrman was quite loyal. The risks I took were minimized, even the worst-case scenario was considered. If my chanting of the Fool's honorific name hadn't worked, Gehrman would bring an angel to rescue me... I did benefit quite a bit afterwards. It's fair to say that my current strength and status are thanks to Hermann and the Fool…
[A phantom door suddenly appeared in the empty collection room, and Hermann and the others who had entered the book came out from the door.
After the four of them shared their characteristics, Edwina gave "Grossel's Travels" to Gehrman as a reward.
When Audrey saw the familiar book, she couldn't help but recall her own experience of going on the quest.
No wonder I felt Mr. World's attitude towards those people was a bit strange; they were once my comrades. Their battle scenes weren't shown in the book, but that's not surprising; this space doesn't seem to like showing battle scenes…
After finally defeating the enemy and leaving the world of the book, how could they die like this? Fors couldn't accept it. She couldn't help but want to pick up her pen and give these people a happy ending.
Alger watched Gehrman select Siatas's Beyonder characteristic and knew it was the one he had taken, and one of the reasons why Cosinamu was paying attention to him. However, this did not arouse any extraneous curiosity in him. This kind of thing could not have a significant impact on him, especially since those people and events had nothing to do with him personally.
Leonard's first impression of the book was the Hall of Honesty that had publicly embarrassed him. Then he thought that apart from himself and Miss Justice, no one present should know that the Hall of Honesty was deep in the collective subconscious of the book, and he was immediately relieved.
He saw Siatas and Mobet, and his mind flashed back to their lives in the book. Although their physical bodies were dead, being able to continue living in that state within the book might not be so bad.
Although Edwina, Danitz, and Anderson still had some emotions, as mature Beyonders, they were able to quickly adjust their mindsets and eliminate unnecessary thoughts.
In the middle of the night, a strange-looking man with the name "Klein Moretti" above his head sat up from his bed, and there was a knock on the door.
"Orange Light Hilarion coughed and said, "I can go to his door and die peacefully, and then you will have successfully avenged yourself."
After watching the other party leave, Klein immediately closed the door and prayed to The Fool.Fors felt that the strange inspiration in her mind had increased.
Die at the enemy's doorstep? Why is this "Ju Guang's idea so unique? However, this method of revenge seems very feasible. Although ordinary people may not be able to use it, she can write it into a novel!
Melissa blinked, her face looking strange.
Why are all the Beyonders around Klein so... distinctive? And is "Orange Light' some famous Beyonder? It seems like everyone has heard of him.
Alger was considering the information from the subsequent conversation.
The Great Ruler of the Spirit World-a title Arrodes had previously used.
"Variables in the Apocalypse align with the revelations of the Sanguien Clan's ancestor. It seems some beings of such power and stature are well aware of Mr. Fool's affairs and can sense the connection between the World and Him... Is this trait deliberately displayed by Mr. Fool, or is it something he can't conceal for some reason? Judging by the World's behavior, it seems the latter, but Mr. Fool might be taking advantage of this. Perhaps He simply wants to use this opportunity to see what other beings will do to the World, and then determine who can cooperate and who will be an absolute enemy.
I wonder what the Storm Lord's attitude towards Mr. Fool is... Thinking of his old boss, Alger felt a little guilty.
[Sherlock visits Detective Isengard and asks him to help him sell his bicycle shares, then walks alone on the rainy street.
Mr. Merlin is actually broke, but it seems like Angels don't need much either... I'll have to figure out how to pay for my wealthy status myself. but luckily I've saved enough for early use...]
Derrick, who had to support the City of Silver, couldn't help but look at Merlin: "So angels can also be short of money. But they don't need to spend much either. I'm so envious..."
Emlyn sighed, thinking that money was a huge problem for humans, and even becoming an angel wouldn't change that.
Klein felt some people's gazes on him and felt depressed.
It seems normal for a wandering magician to be broke, but why do I feel so unhappy? An angel pretending to be rich has to rely on others to make money? How shameful!
Was it Mr. World who originally invested in the bicycle?! Audrey thought about the shares she still held.
No wonder he reacted so strongly when he found out I was the one who bought the shares…
Wait, didn't Dawn participate in the bidding? Was Mr. "World" deliberately using another identity to raise the price of his own shares? Maybe Mr. "World" really is a business genius…
Xio, who often rides a bicycle, was also surprised. Although her impression of "the world" had changed, she had not expected that the other party would also engage in investment, and the investment was very successful.
In a cheap hotel room, Gehrman stood before a full-length mirror and put on a hooded robe. His appearance changed at a speed visible to the naked eye.
Luckily, the robe covered me up, so I didn't have to completely transform into Miss Xio. But at 1.5 meters tall, there's really nothing I can do! Luckily, she used a disguise to increase her height
Danitz laughed in his heart: I thought Hermann had only transformed into a woman once, with Elaine, but I didn't expect he had secretly pretended to be Hugh before, although this time it wasn't a complete sex change.
My height is really difficult for you! Xio felt wronged, but there was nothing he could say. He could only glare at Fors fiercely.
Fors was puzzled, not knowing what she had done wrong.
Is she blaming me for leaking her personal information to the "world"? But the "world" already knew everything when they were investigating us!
Anderson swallowed back the words "I think she is less than 1.5 meters tall". He felt that he should be more gentlemanly towards women, otherwise he might be beaten and paralyzed.
At Mr. X's party, when the members began to trade freely, many illusory black lines suddenly appeared on the screen. Black lines grew out of each person's body, extending to infinity.
Gerhman didn't move, but the black lines on Mr. X's body kept changing, gradually gathering in his hands.
Gehrman pressed Groselle's Travels against Mr. X's hideous head and collected the corpse.
Acting cautiously, decisively, and thoughtfully, Bernadette casually commented on Klein's actions.
Edwina's expression was subtle. What was Gehrman doing with that book?
A place to hide corpses? It had to be said that this was a very crazy adventurer's move.
Is that black line Klein's ability? Is this how he manipulates others, turning them into his puppets? Leonard rubbed his chin in thought. Why does Klein always have such strange ideas about extraordinary items? He uses the creeping hunger to enhance his character, throws Azik's copper whistle to attract enemies, and even uses this book to hide a corpse…
So this is how this brain came about!
Fors felt that her psychological shadow had reappeared. She had finally come to terms with the kindness of the "world," but this scene frightened away all the mental preparation she had put in for so long.
Seeing Mr. X shot in the head, Benson was extremely grateful that the pistol Klein used to commit suicide was not very powerful.
[Outside an ancient dark church, Gehrman, who was being chased by Panatia, put his hand on the wall and entered.
The camera passed through the wall, and countless figures were hanging in the church. With a gust of wind, they all turned and looked at Gehrman.
Phantom black lines appeared on the screen, converging from each person to the top of the church. Even the black lines on Hermann's body seemed to be floating upwards.
The old man smiled vaguely and said, "You can call me Zaratul."
Danitz took a deep breath, wondering where Gehrman had gone off to again. That madman always got involved in all sorts of dangerous things, either passively or actively.
Maric chuckled inwardly, feeling that Hermann, a fortune teller known for hanging human-shaped bacon, had no right to mock his hobby of playing cards with zombies.
The goddess had made the "Mother of the sky" into a vessel for divine descent, and Klein had infiltrated Chanis Gate just to reach here through that vessel? Leonard felt both sudden realization and confusion.
He finally understood that the action was a joint plan by Mr. Fool and the Goddess of Night, but he didn't know what the point of doing so was. Was Klein specifically asked to release Zaratul?
The Antigonus family, the Hornachis Mountains, the Kingdom of Night, Zaratul... Azik frowned, feeling that fate had come full circle. The Fool's resurrection and Klein's transmigration were both due to the Antigonus family's notebook, and both the Church of Evernight and the Secret Order were key players in this matter.
[In the luxurious restaurant, a head appeared next to Dawn, biting an envelope in its mouth.
This flavor... Frank's Mushroom!
Looking at the fried mushrooms on the table, Dawn's hand trembled slightly as he took the letter.
There was no follow-up to the previous video? Alger was puzzled.
While previous films have been shown in fragments, those who experienced it can be fully described by asking the people involved. However, this time, the matter is confidential, and the "world" is likely to not tell others what happened in detail. Why not show the whole thing? Is it because Mr. Fool has a plan in mind, and it's not appropriate to reveal it now? Given this space's attitude towards matters related to "The Fool," it is indeed possible…
Seeing the angelic messenger, Xio couldn't help but feel a surge of pride. She hadn't sensed anything wrong; something was indeed amiss, but it was the other party's high status that clouded her judgment.
Cattleya expressed sympathy for the "world's experience". After all, it is difficult not to be psychologically traumatized after being exposed to Frank's mushrooms.
But when he thought about it, it was because Hermann always wrote letters to Frank to give him suggestions and sold him extraordinary characteristics that made life on the Future increasingly dangerous. He also felt that he deserved it.
[Above the gray fog, the Hermit provided three pages of diary at the beginning of the Tarot Club.
This time the camera did not focus on the diary, but fast-forwarded to the moment when the "Fool" finished reading it and the "Hermit" asked about the meaning of "hometown".
When the Tarot Club was over, only The Fool and The World remained in their seats.
"This mission was well done." The Fool said, and manifested three pieces of paper in front of the World.
"World" excitedly reached out and took it, slowly flipping through the pages.
Does the World always remain after every Tarot Club meeting? Doesn't he usually arrive early before meetings and talk to The Fool in private? All the Tarot Club members had sour questions in their minds.
Mr. World probably didn't stay every time, probably only when there were special circumstances, like reading the diaries. Furthermore, these diaries were given to Mr. World as rewards, requiring him to complete certain tasks to obtain them... Audrey made an objective analysis.
I thought that as long as the World wanted to see it, Mr. Fool would give me the diary unconditionally... Alger muttered silently to himself, feeling a little more balanced.
It seems that even a "world" with a special status and great favor must follow Mr. Fool's principle of equal exchange. If you want to get something, you must pay the corresponding price.
Hometown... Seeing Klein's obvious emotional changes on the screen, Melissa's expression became somewhat gloomy.
He still wants to return to the world before he traveled through time, right? That is his real hometown, where his real family and home are.