The Lord Of The Mysteries

Chapter 51's

Using magic to complete an IOU?

Is he trying to curse his debtor to death or make fake banknotes?

I may not have a solution to this problem, but I can solve you instead?

…

All sorts of thoughts came to Klein's mind as he looked at Old Neil strangely.

He seriously considered the possibility of calling the police, instead of— notifying the Nighthawks.

Old Neil glanced at him and said in annoyance, "I can see the weak and shameless ignorance, stupidity, and disbelief in your eyes. Didn't Dunn tell you the saying from the Mystery Levers? Do as you please but do not harm !"

Although this saying comes from the secret and evil organization of the Order of the Moses Hermit, Beyonders who chose the path of the Order of the Moses Hermit have proven that it is true through their own experience. As long as one strictly obeyed it and showed the necessary fear and respect, the risk of losing control would be minimized. The opposite has also been established.

"Your suspicion of me is an insult to the Mystery Thief!"

"Sorry." Klein did not hesitate to apologize.

He had indeed forgotten that Dunn Smith had once mentioned that saying.

Old Neil wasn't really mad. In the blink of an eye, he laughed.

"Dearly enough. Very few Beyonders choose to be Seers. There is no one right proverb to help you."

But I have the diary of Emperor Roselle. Yes, obeying the saying strictly has a little "acting.." Klein suddenly thought of this while nodding as if he was thinking hard.

Old Neil did not continue. He took out the vase and other items from the round table and placed them in the corner.

Immediately after, he took out a red and black candle from the silver chest. He explained, "If ordinary people tried ritual magic, they would have to follow the results from astronomy or read the corresponding manuals. They must choose the appropriate date and time. For example, the day represents Dewi—period when He ruled the moon. But for us Beyonders, especially good Beyonders in this domain, there is no need for that our acute spiritual Perception and powerful Astral Projection are the key.

"Of course, if you are not sure about the ritual magic you are trying, it is best to choose the appropriate date and time. It can increase the likelihood of success.

"Ah right. It's based on premise. Remember carefully to adhere to the rules strictly!"

Old Neil put down the two candles and turned his head to the side and looked towards Klein, saying very seriously, "The Low Order Superstition is not strong enough. Almost all ritual magic they can do is seek outside power and help. Therefore, you can only consider orthodox gods such as the Goddess or the Storm Sovereign. Truly— in no way tries to communicate with unknown or unexpected existences. Even if people believed in them or the promises recorded were filled with persuasion!

"Trust me, don't take any chances. As long as you try once, you will descend the slippery slope to the ravine with no way back. Any work or resistance will only slow it down without changing trajectory."

"I'll remember!" Klein said in a deep voice. However, he felt a little scared.

My luck-raising ritual seems to be seeking the power of an unknown and unexpected existence …

Furthermore, I have obtained a power capable of drawing people into a fog that even a senior Beyonder like the Hanged Man cannot believe. Well ... At least I think she is senior Beyonder …

Thankfully, I didn't go crazy or have any signs of losing control…

While worrying about this, he proactively changed the subject.

"So, the Nighthawks should seek the Goddess' help?"

"Nothing will stop you if you pray to the Lord of the Storm. However, we cannot tell from our ritualistic magic whether He retaliates with malicious intent or not. The result will be distorted in an unexpected way." Old Neil managed to get Klein to let go of the idea jokingly.

Nothing is called "best", just "need!"

After his advice, Old Neil picked up a dark red candle and said, "By using a candle made of moon flowers and dark red sandalwood, it would represent the Goddess' identity as the Lady of Crimson in ritual magic."

He pointed to the black candle and said, "The candle made of vanilla night and the sleeping flower symbolizes night."

As he spoke, he placed the black candle on the upper left end of the round table while the red candle was placed on the upper right end.

"Why do we symbolize the Goddess with only two candles? She was also the Mistress of Silence and Silence, Empress of Disaster and Horror, and the Mistress of Silence and Silence."

Old Neil chuckled.

"That's right. This is something I hope you ask.

"Before their fall, the Order of the Hermit Moses had a very good relationship with the Church. Their beliefs and results on ritual magic greatly influenced us.

"They believe that all objects are numeric. Each number has spirituality and in ritual magic, 0 represents the unknown or Chaos. It symbolizes the state of the universe before birth.1 represents the beginning, the first Creator.2 represents the world and the various divinities that result from His body.3 represents the contact between divinity and material objects to create everything.Here, use two candles represent Goddess while the third candle is for you.

"Two mana candles and two mana symbols depend on the desired effect of ritualistic magic."

Three produce all 1 things ? All things come from three? Klein could not help but remember certain things from his previous life.

Seeing Klein listening attentively, Old Neil picked up the third candle and said, "This candle represents 'me.' This is a very common candle that only a small amount of mint is added. Note that plants such as roses, lemons, mint, moonflowers, vanilla nights, and sleeping flowers are much loved and cherished by the Goddess.

"Looking at it from another angle, the three candles represent everyone's body, spirituality, and divinity."

After finishing the description, Old Neil placed the third candle in the middle of the round table.

He then took out a bottle of "Full Moon Essence Oil," a large cauldron carved with the Dark Sacred Emblem, a silver blade with a beautiful pattern, a cup of water, and a plate of coarse salt.

"For Beyonders who are not good at ritual magic, there is a need for bells, crystal balls, silver cups, incense, or other additional items. However, the Mystery Levers and Seers did not need it. This artifact is enough."

Old Neil placed the fake goat skin parchment with the IOU just below the cauldron and used a special quill pen to hold one of its corners.

He turned to Klein and said, "Ritual magic needs a clean spiritual environment where you won't be disturbed. And that requires us to create it. The steps are to first enter Cogitation. Focus your mind and with additional items, pull out our power, and build it around us.For example, Ray Bieber's house has used the Holy Night Powder while I'm going to use the ritual silver dagger.

"Throughout the entire process, we have to go according to the results we want to confirm the appropriate symbolism and mantra. Spells are best performed in Hermes because ancient Hermes originated in Nature. It is similar to the ancient Dragon and the ancient Fairy. The effect was very direct, lacking the necessary concealment and protection. That easily caused the casters to fall into danger. This is also why it has been modified. But it is more effective.

"Good." Klein took two steps back and directed his eyes at Old Neil.

Old Neil's eyes quickly darkened as the invisible wind around him swirled.

He paused for a moment, went from left to right, then climbed down, using his soul to cause friction and consecutively lit three candles.

After which, he took out a silver knife and thrust it into the coarse salt. Later, he chanted in Hermes:

"I sanctify you, pure silver blade!

"i cleanse and purify you, allowing you to serve me in this ritual!

…

"On behalf of the Goddess Overnight, Miss Crimson…

"You have been sanctified!"

After a short but powerful syllable, Old Neil unsheathed the silver blade and stuffed it into a cup of clear water. Then, he lifted it up and pointed to the space outside the round table.

He pointed his sword tip to the outskirts and took a step forward, circling the round table. Every step he took made Klein feel an invisible energy coming out from the silver blade. It was filled with spirituality as it connected with the air, forming a completely closed wall.

After walking a single round, the altar was completely isolated from the surroundings.

Old Neil stood in front of the round table and put down his silver knife. He took out a bottle of Full Moon Essence Oil and dripped three drops on the black, dark red, and ordinary candles.

Hissing!

A thin mist emanated as everything seemed to be shrouded in mystery.

Old Neil put down the glass bottle and looked at the fake goat skin parchment in silence for two minutes. Then, he took out a pen and drew a sign that he controlled a box that framed all of its contents, showing that he controlled the debt.

After that, he drew another 'cross', which showed that it was cancelled.

After reaching this step, he took out the parchment with one hand and tapped his glabell with the other to activate his Spirit Vision.

Another invisible and vibrant energy bloomed as Old Neil whispered a chant:

"i pray for the power of the dark night.

"I pray for the power of crimson.

"i pray for the grace of the Goddess.

"Please give me the funds to pay for this IOU.

"Night vanilla, the potion belonging to the red moon, please give your power to my spell!"

"Moonflowers, potions belonging to the red moon, please give your power to my spell!"

…

Klein was completely flabbergasted listening from the side. All sorts of thoughts appeared within him.

Can such a spell work?

Though it is read from the writings of Hermes…

Isn't this way too simple and down to earth?

Would not the Goddess be angry and multiply her debt?

At that moment, the candlelight suddenly lit up!

After Old Neil finished his spell, he closed his eyes for two minutes. He took the Full Moon Essence Oil and dripped one drop into each of the three candles.

Soon after, he picked up the parchment and pulled it near the candle that symbolized "me". When it ignited, he directly threw it into the cauldron.

Old Neil closed his eyes again as he seemed to feel the burning of the IOU.

He opened his eyes after a while and looked towards the black Sacred Emblem in the cauldron. The parchment was completely burned.

"Praise Miss!" Old Neil patted his chest at four points, forming the shape of a red moon. Then, he extinguished the candle in the opposite order as he lit it.

After finishing everything, he used a silver blade to tear through the invisible walls around him.

A huge wind immediately blew as Old Neil heaved a sigh of relief.

"Done."

"That's it?" Klein asked in a daze. "Is the IOU resolved? How's it?"

"I don't know either. In any case, it will be resolved in a reasonable manner," Old Neil said with a smile as he raised his hand.

Klein was unsure what expressions or words to use in response.

Isn't this a little unreliable?

This is the Taoist saying: The Dao gave birth to One, One gave birth to Two, Two gave birth to Three, Three gave birth to all things.