Mystery: The Undead Don't Die from Linking the Fire

Chapter 273 Secrets

The Hermit, Cattleya, didn't react for a moment, and the others were equally puzzled:

"Looking for Bernadette? Why look for Bernadette?"

"Could it be because the 'lover' believes the 'mysterious queen' can obtain angel blood?"

"As one of the Four Kings, the 'Mysterious Queen' is at least a demigod. But even for her, establishing a connection with an angel is not an easy task."

"The Hermit may have sought the help of the Mysterious Queen, but the Mysterious Queen was unable to provide assistance, which is why she sought a deal at the Tarot Club."

The Hanged Man's eyes flickered, and he had probably pieced together the truth of the matter.

But in this matter, Audrey, the "Justice," actually had a more accurate answer—

That is, the "Mysterious Queen" is already an angel, and with the "Hermit's" relationship with her, obtaining a drop of blood is not difficult.

But the Hermit did not do so, which suggests that she may not have known that the Mysterious Queen was already an angel.

And indeed, that is the case. The Hermit's understanding is still that the Mysterious Queen is a Sequence 3 Saint who is seeking a way to become an angel.

But Ember's question made her keenly aware of this possibility, and she also understood Ember's implication:

She shouldn't have sought help from the Tarot Club; she should have gone to the "Mysterious Queen."

The Hermit, Cattleya, remained silent, not understanding why Mr. Lover had done this...

Is this telling her that her master is Bernadette, not the Tarot Society? So when she needs something, she should go back to her master?

But if that's the case, then why did He...why did He ask Him to explain the definition of "mythical creature"?

Isn't it to better integrate oneself into the Tarot Club?

Surely He couldn't have simply been unaware of the definition of a "mythical creature" and that's why He asked the question?

Was His subsequent question merely a well-intentioned suggestion?

impossible!

Although it's unclear who Mr. "Lover" really is, he's definitely on the same level as "The Fool"! And how could such a being not know what a "Mythical Creature" is?

The hermit, unsure how to answer, could only humbly reply:

"Thank you for your suggestion, I will ask."

Yu Jin nodded slightly, not paying much attention.

Although the Hermit's behavior was quite offensive to others, Ember didn't really care.

Because he doesn't mind people taking the initiative to come and pass on the torch; it's a good thing.

In his hands, the properties of the Primal Flame are extremely mild, and it will not cause serious harm even to the naked eye.

Unfortunately, the Hermit's luck wasn't good. The King's Soul was fighting with the Source Castle itself for control of the Source Castle, a secret war of life and death.

At such times, even the mild-natured Primal Flame can display extremely strong aggression.

The hermit was looking directly at the flames at that moment, which is why he suffered immense torment and unbearable pain.

Fortunately, as a half-owner of the Source Castle, the Fool has a certain degree of control over it, which allows him to temporarily seal the Hermit's extraordinary abilities.

Seeing that things were settled, "The Sun" Derrick couldn't wait to speak:

"Everyone, I wish to obtain the potion recipe for 'Notary', a Sequence 6 potion from the 'Sun' pathway."

Just as Ember was about to speak, 'World' interrupted in a hoarse voice:

"I can provide the potion recipes and extraordinary properties for Sequence 6 'Notary' and Sequence 5 'Priest of Light'. Give me two days."

The soul of a "Priest of Light" is also bound within "Crawling Hunger." Once released, you can obtain the potion recipes for Sequence 6 and Sequence 5 of the "Sun" pathway.

It was precisely because of this advantage that Klein chose to answer first.

If he can't make money off other people, can't he at least make money off Little Sun?

"Yes, Mr. World."

Derrick of The Sun responded happily.

He has basically finished digesting the 'Sun Priest' potion, and his promotion to Sequence 6 is a certainty.

He originally thought that since his "lover" had returned, he could obtain the potion recipe from him.

As for the materials, he can collect them slowly.

And now that Mr. World can provide both potion recipes and extraordinary properties, that would be the best possible outcome!

Moreover, not only sequence 6, but even sequence 5 is ready.

Although it comes at a certain cost, it's still much easier than him collecting them slowly on his own!

Emlyn, the "Moon," glanced at the little "Sun" with a hint of envy. He wasn't particularly hopeful, but he still couldn't help asking:

"I need the remaining traits of a vampire viscount. Do you have any leads?"

Although he hadn't fully digested the potion and didn't have enough money to buy the Viscount's remaining traits, he figured he wouldn't lose anything by asking a couple of questions.

Ember glanced at 'Moon' Emlyn and said:

"I possess a unique trait of a vampire viscount."

"what?"

Emlyn, the "Moon," paused for a moment, then was overjoyed. It really existed?

The Moon couldn't help but ask:

"What price do I need to pay?"

A Sequence 5 vampire viscount's extraordinary trait is worth about 8000 pounds, which 'Moon' Emlyn certainly doesn't have. The baron's extraordinary trait he acquired before almost bankrupted him; 8000 pounds is simply unthinkable!

But that doesn’t mean Emlyn can’t raise £8000; for example, he could borrow money from Miss Justice.

Of course, this is just an alternative.

In Emlyn's mind, the best solution was to seek help from the Duke of Olmer.

If he can be the first to defeat Gundyr, not only will the potion be completely digested, but Duke Olmer will also be impressed.

Although the rigid class structure within the vampire clan results in a lack of extra extraordinary traits.

Therefore, even a duke cannot easily provide him with a Sequence 5 extraordinary trait, but the other party certainly wouldn't mind giving him some material rewards in gold pounds!

Ember hesitated for two seconds before speaking:

"I need you to answer a few questions for me."

"no problem!"

Emlyn said without hesitation.

Don't just ask a few questions, ask dozens!

After thinking for a moment, Yu Jin asked:

"How many angels are left among the vampires?"

Emlyn thought for a moment:

"The Blood Moon Queen Olnia, who has only recently awakened, and the three dukes who have ruled the vampires for thousands of years, one Sequence 1 and three Sequence 2, make a total of four."

Ember asked with some surprise:

"Three? Who are these three dukes?"

Emlyn answered without hesitation:

"Duke Olmer, Duke Alina, and Duke Elisa."

After a pause, Emlyn continued:

"Rumor has it that the three dukes all come from the same family, and Duke Elisa was once the goddess of life."

The expressions of the people in the Tarot Club were somewhat subtle. Alina and Alyssa were two names that undoubtedly belonged to women.

In other words, of the four angels, only Duke Olmer is male.

The other three, including Lilith, the progenitor of the vampires, are all women.

Does this mean that the vampires are dominated by women and lacking in men?

"The Magician" Fors thought to himself:

"The vampires, the Church of the Night, and the Church of the Earth Mother should have a lot in common."

Ember pressed on, asking:

Do you know the name of that family?

Emlyn pondered for a moment, then said, not entirely certain:

"It should be Toddbringer?"

Perhaps fearing that his 'lover' might misunderstand and think he wasn't putting in enough effort, Emlyn added:

"This story is not prominently recorded in the history of the vampires, and the three dukes have all abandoned their original surnames, so even the older vampires may not be aware of it..."

Ember nodded thoughtfully, then suddenly asked:

What is the relationship between the vampires and the Church of the Earth Mother?

"what?"

Emlyn paused for a long while, then said with a complicated expression:

"Which aspect of the relationship are you referring to? The relationship between the vampires and the seven major righteous churches is relatively harmonious. Although there have been frictions in history, they have generally lived in peace."

"As for the relationship between the vampires and the Church of the Earth Mother Goddess, I feel it's no different from other orthodox churches."

The Hanged Man calmly gazed at Emlyn, neither agreeing nor disagreeing with his words.

At least the seven major orthodox churches do not classify vampires as "supernatural beings," nor do they organize large-scale extermination campaigns against them.

Speaking of which...

Of the eight extraordinary races that once ruled the world, it seems that only the vampires have survived to this day. Other extraordinary races, even those that were once extremely powerful, such as dragons and giants, have completely disappeared, with only a few words of description in history.

Of course, this might also be because vampires are quite special—

On the one hand, vampires look no different from humans, so they can easily hide among humans and not be discovered.

On the other hand, Lilith, the progenitor of the vampires, was one of the first ancient gods to fall.

This also led the vampire race, an extraordinary race, to be the first to set aside their pride and begin living among humans.

Even today, many high-ranking government officials in the four kingdoms of the Northern Continent are vampires, which speaks volumes about their status.

But why would "The Lovers" specifically mention the Church of the Earth Mother?

Klein was also lost in thought.

He knew Emlyn was volunteering at the Harvest Church, which worshipped the Earth Mother, but that certainly had nothing to do with Ember's problem. After all, Ember didn't know the Moon's identity in reality, and even if he did, there was no need to name her.

But since he asked that question, he must have his reasons.

Could it be that the vampires and the Church of the Earth Mother have some kind of connection in secret?

Under Emlyn's expectant gaze, Ember slowly spoke:

"8000 pounds."

"make a deal!"

"The Moon," Emlyn said without hesitation:

"I don't have that much money right now, but I'll raise it as soon as possible."

He had made up his mind that he would go back this time and seriously conquer the Dream Realm, and he must kill Gundyr as soon as possible!

Seeing the deals being completed one after another, Derrick, the "Sun," who had been holding back for a long time, gathered his thoughts and spoke:

"During this time, I followed the exploration team led by the 'Chief' to Afternoon Town."

"This is the only way to the 'Giant's Court,' the gateway that separates myth from reality."

His opening effectively piqued the interest of all the members of the Tarot Club, who all turned their attention to Derrick, each adopting a different posture as they awaited what he would say next.

Derrick omitted the less important experiences along the way and started directly from the arrival in Afternoon Town. He first described the town's gloomy and desolate appearance, and then talked about how the trio discovered the basement altar.

And information about titles such as "Dark Angel" Sasriel and "Redemption Rose" was found within it.

It specifically mentions that when the priest uttered the names "Saslil, Urolius, and Medici," and dared to utter a fourth name, he was suddenly engulfed in flames and burned into a cloud of black mist...

At this point, Derrick, the "cultivator," turned to the head of the long bronze table and asked reverently:

"Mr. Fool, who seduced the Dark Angel Sasriel? And who does the fourth name represent? Why can't you say it out loud?"

In the past, Klein would most likely have been unable to answer this question and would have had to give a vague answer.

But now he had a vague answer in his heart: because the owner of the fourth name was now a true god!

Of the eight angel kings, Amon, Sasriel, Medici, Urolius, and even Herabergen, each of their names can be pronounced without any danger.

Because although they are powerful, they are ultimately just angels, not true gods.

Even Medici and Hrabogan had long since perished; the former became an evil spirit, and the latter was completely destroyed.

The only three whose names cannot be pronounced are the Imaginary Angel, the Pure White Angel, and the Wind Angel.

The former achieved this through the unique talent of the "dreamer" path, while the latter two have become gods.

Since that clergyman was burned to ashes, it's highly likely he wanted to utter the pure white angel's true name.

If he were to try to utter the Wind Angel's true name, he would likely be struck by lightning...

Of course, even though he knew all this, Klein wasn't going to tell anyone.

After all, he's not an encyclopedia; he can't possibly answer every question, as that wouldn't fit the character of the "Fool."

Klein was confident. He lightly placed his right hand on the armrest, his gaze containing a meaningful smile, and said:

"Because it's secret."

"Secret? Even the name itself is equivalent to 'secret'?"

Alger, the "Hanged Man," thought of many things in an instant and made some guesses.

When even the name itself becomes a secret, it means that this matter involves the true God!

Because the last person to receive a similar warning from Mr. Fool was the Twilight Hermits—

This organization is suspected to be associated with an angel.

That time, "The Fool" only warned them not to utter the name in public, but since he told them about the organization, it shows that Mr. "The Fool" himself did not take it to heart.

This time, the Fool couldn't even give a name; the answer was already very obvious!

Seeing that young Tyson was confused and couldn't understand Mr. Fool's meaningful hint, Alger the Hanged Man took the initiative to explain:

"Those two names may represent two gods, which is why they cannot be spoken of."

The hermit remained silent for a moment, then spoke softly:

"Perhaps it was the true Creator who tempted the 'Dark Angel' Sasriel, which led to the fall of several angel kings and the residents of Afternoon Town, bringing about a great disaster. Therefore, only He has temples and idols in your 'Forsaken Land'."

"The angel king corresponding to the fourth name may have gained great benefits from the disaster and successfully ascended to become a true god."

(End of this chapter)