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

Chapter 33 Klein, I recognized you at first glance!

"The price?"

Yu Jin pondered for a moment.

He knew that the "price" the Hanged Man spoke of was not the price of obtaining the ring, but the price of using it.

This world contains sealed artifacts, but without exception, these sealed artifacts all have strong side effects.

For example, the '2-049' that Yu Jin had seen.

The reason the Hanged Man asked this question was probably because he thought the "Sacrifice Ring" was the same.

however……

"No cost."

Ember frankly stated, "If I had to pinpoint a cost, it would be that you must wear this ring at all times, because it only works when it is worn."

"This can't even be considered a price to pay, okay?"

The upside-down man's eye twitched slightly.

He had never heard of a sealed artifact without a price!

but.

If this ring was indeed made by the goddess of sin herself, then it's not surprising that there was no price to pay.

After all, even though that goddess of sin had long since fallen, she was still a deity in the past.

Such a magical item that can exempt one from death would be enough to make most people flock to it once word got out.

The same applies to the Hanged Man.

After all, who can resist the temptation of being exempt from death?

The only problem, however, is that the Hanged Man knows very well that he cannot pay enough to get the ring.

Thinking of this, the Hanged Man's expression turned extremely bitter.

He was neither a lofty god like Mr. Fool, nor a wealthy woman like Miss Justice who squandered money like water.

Even though he is now fortunate enough to know of the existence of the "Sacrifice Ring," he will almost never be able to obtain it in his lifetime.

unless……

"Black Emperor!"

The Hanged Man took a deep breath.

Judging from Ember's attitude just now, he is very interested in the Black Emperor's information.

If he could obtain enough information about the Black Emperor, he might be able to exchange it for the ring.

Although the hope is slim, it's better than having no hope at all.

"Hmm~"

Audrey played with the ring on her hand, her eyes filled with hesitation and struggle, as if she wanted to completely imprint the image of the ring in her mind.

I've personally handled this magical ring—

Although it is a counterfeit that can only be realized with the help of Mr. Fool.

However, Mr. Ember must have a real sacrifice ring, but unfortunately she cannot pay the price for it.

Although the individuals had different thoughts.

But the appearance of the sacrifice ring undoubtedly stirred up everyone's emotions, and in the end, it plunged everyone into a state of loss and confusion.

In this atmosphere, the gathering gradually came to an end.

"Mr. Fool."

Ember suddenly turned his gaze to the Fool, and after a moment of contemplation, said, "There is something I wish to discuss with you privately."

Klein, the Fool, looked slightly surprised.

But his expression remained unchanged; he merely nodded slightly.

He leaned back slightly, cutting off the correspondence with Justice and the Hanged Man, and sent them both out of the gray fog first.

Then, Klein turned his gaze to Ember, as if asking him what was wrong.

"Klein."

The moment Ember spoke, it terrified the Fool, whose pupils constricted sharply.

How did he know?

How did he guess my identity?

Have I exposed anything?

The Fool's body stiffened instantly; the exposure of his identity brought a surge of urgent crisis to his heart.

"Is he your benefactor?"

Then, Yu Jin slowly asked again.

"..."

The Fool's body remained stiff, but his expression twitched slightly.

Can you please stop panting when you speak?

Scary people will scare them to death!

"Why do you ask that?"

The Fool composed himself, and with a mysterious smile, asked in return.

"I smell the same scent in him as you do."

Yu Jin calmly explained, then paused and added, "To be precise, it should be the aura of this space."

As he spoke, Ember looked up at the top of 'The Fool's' head.

[The Fool] Zhou Mingrui

"Are you a dog?!"

The Fool was internally ranting and raving.

Although he knew that Ember's "smell" was just a metaphor, just like when he "smelled" Old Neil's "human pus".

But isn't your "sense of smell" a little too sensitive?!

You've only met 'Klein' once, for less than an hour, and yet you remember exactly what he smells like?

"Yes."

Mr. Fool felt quite helpless, knowing that he could not deny it in front of Ember, so he could only try to make amends as much as possible.

So he slowly nodded, confirming Yu Jin's guess.

"As expected?"

Yu Jin nodded knowingly.

One reason for this question is the similarity in "aura" between "The Fool" and Klein.

On the other hand, it was because his remaining memories were a reminder.

The Fool alone, along with Klein, would not attract his attention.

But when both appeared in his memory at the same time, he connected them—

Unfounded, arbitrary, and one-sided unfounded associations.

But Yu Jin always trusted his own associations.

The Fool's current affirmation proves his association.

The only problem is...

Why isn't Klein's title "Family of the Fools" when he is a member of the "Fool's Family"?

"Actually, it's not a loss."

Klein consoled himself, "At least this way, he won't associate 'Klein' with 'The Fool'."

Moreover, the exposure of the "favorite's" identity may not necessarily be a bad thing.

Because this means he might be able to use his status as a "Favored One" to get something from the Ember.

The Fool's identity is not suitable for actively trading with the Ember, but the Favored One can!

Moreover, once one's identity is revealed, communication becomes much easier without the need for secrecy.

The only problem is...

How can Klein, the "Favored One" in Tingen, reconnect with the Embers in Backlund?

"But it's not a big problem."

Klein thought to himself, "Backlund isn't far from Tingen, only a four-hour drive away."

Thinking about it that way, maybe 'Favored One' Klein can still find a way to get a Sacrifice Ring from the Embers.

Ok.

The premise is that he has to pay a sufficient price.

I just don't know if I can get credit.

Klein's thoughts started to wander again, but thankfully he quickly regained his composure and asked, "Any other questions?"

"Not at the moment."

Ember shook his head, stood up, and bowed with his hand on his chest. "See you next week, Mr. Fool."

See you next week.

The Fool smiled and nodded, severing his connection with the embers and sending him away.

at the same time.

Inside a luxury villa in Backlund, Queens.

Audrey Hall lifted her head from the soft velvet pillow and murmured a sigh.

"The sacrifice ring... I wonder if borrowing some money from my father would be enough..."

"Hmm?"

Audrey stopped speaking abruptly because she felt something rough against her palm.

She subconsciously looked down at her palm, where a simple ring, set with a dull and cracked emerald, lay quietly.

PS:

Let me explain briefly.

The protagonist can see through real names and titles.

For example, Audrey's title was "Justice".

So the figure on her head is Audrey Hall, the "Justice".

However, if a person has multiple titles, only the most prominent one will be displayed.

Klein and the Fool represent different titles.

(End of this chapter)