The Lord Of The Mysteries

Chapter 80's

After dinner, the satiated Klein leisurely sat on the living room sofa. He used a small letter opener to open the letter he received from his mentor.

Melissa was sitting at the dinner table at the time, working hard on the subject of textbooks, with gas lamps for lighting. Benson sits in a single seat, reading Accounting for Beginners.

Klein found three pages in the letter that he read with fear and anticipation.

"…very happy to receive your letter. It reminds me of the good old days of the last few years. Unfortunately, Welch and Naya have left us forever…"

"i attended their funeral separately and could feel the sadness of their parents. They were both young adults who should have a bright and beautiful future ahead of them…"

"Fate is always very unexpected. No one knows what will happen to you next. I've experienced more as I get older, and I'm increasingly able to feel the weakness and helplessness of mankind."

"…Regarding the historical information revolving around the main peak of Hornacis, I remember that the archaeologist, Mr. John Joseph, once published a monograph detailing it. This includes his time record at the top of the Hornacis major. He found some ancient buildings that were over a thousand years old."

"What shames every historian and archaeologist is our inability to determine the exact age. We can only make rough estimates based on architectural style, mural characteristics, and some of the text we can elaborate on."

"It's hard to believe that a mountain top that tall would have humans living there. Mr. Joseph has plenty of evidence to prove that humans developed a civilization that they can call their own. As for the details, it is difficult to describe them fully in this letter.I suggest you try to borrow this monograph from the Deweyville Library. Trust me, Sir Deweyville's donation to this library left him with more books in his collection than any built by the city government."

"His monograph title is Research of the Hornacis Main Peak's Relics. Published by Loen Publishing Firm."

"In addition, there are several papers that discuss something relevant. They are published in the journal—New Archaeology, Archaeology Summary. The exact edition and volume of the journal is…"

…

Klein read each word, and repeated the monograph names and paper names in his heart.

Soon after, he found some papers and envelopes, as well as a pen before writing down his gratitude.

"Melissa, help me send you this letter. It's money for stamps." Klein placed the sealed envelope and more than enough money for the stamps on his sister's desk.

Melissa glanced at him and curled her lips.

"Klein, stamps aren't too expensive."

"Yes, no stamps, but a girl should have pocket money." Klein replied with a smile. "i'm sure Selena has mentioned this to you before."

Realizing that Melissa was going to protest, she quickly added, "It could be used to buy the materials and tools you need."

"Tools.." Melissa repeated gently again and again before turning her gaze back to her books. "Alright," he said while nodding involuntarily.

The corner of Klein's mouth immediately curved upwards as he quickly walked back to the sofa.

"Excellent persuasion skills. You're exactly showing Melissa's weakness." Benson gave a thumbs up as he said with a stifled laugh. Klein cleared his throat and said very seriously.

"Then how will I persuade you? Your self-study should emphasize ancient language and literature. Of course, basic math and logic are equally important."

According to the curriculum of the public school and grammar school, as well as the materials tested in college admissions, Klein was very confident about the general direction in which the upcoming 'state employee examinations' would focus.

Benson touched his hairline and said with a self-deprecating smile, "i feel like a curly-haired baboon in front of the books."

"But they are very useful," Klein said with a determined smile.

At that moment, Melissa put down her pen, stood up, and walked to the sofa.

"Benson, Klein. This week is Selena's birthday. He and his parents wanted to invite us all to their place for a banquet. Are you both free?"

"It should be fine for me," Klein said after thinking.

He could take advantage of the opportunity to get acquainted with his sister's friends. It could prevent him from becoming completely ignorant every time something happened to him.

"me too" Benson said as he brushed his hair with a finger. "It looks like we should think of a birthday present for Miss Selena."

Klein smiled.

"This has to be left to Melissa. She knows Miss Selena better than we do. Besides, all we need to do is what a guy—pay him."

"This is the first time I've heard someone describe laziness in such a pleasant way" Benson said, shaking his head and chuckling.

Klein returned with a smile.

"This is the purpose of ancient language and literature."

"…" Benson never expected Klein to return to the topic; it left him momentarily silent.

…

The next day, Klein put on his cheap formal suit and held his black-encrusted silver staff as he climbed the stairs and arrived at the entrance of the Blackthorn Security Company. The tuxedonya's been sent to the tailor.

Klein was just about to greet Rozanne when he saw Captain Dunn come out of the partition.

Klein replied honestly, "Better than I expected. I didn't even have nightmares. But I still felt heavy and a little disgusted when I remembered it."

"That's great.I feel confident hearing it," Dunn said with a smiling nod.

After chatting about the weather, he raised the issue.

"Holy Cathedral has replied to my telegram. Antigonus, Lorotta, and friends must immediately escort Sealed Artifact 2-049 and the Antigonus family notebook back to Backlund. They had also sent an additional Nighthawk yesterday afternoon via steam locomotives to help. "

"i believe they're gone now."

Already gone now? Does that mean I am completely free from the traumatizing Antigonus family notebook? Klein surprised. He found it real as if he was dreaming.

It's more relaxing than I imagined…

There can't be any follow-up, right?

"May the Goddess bless them and their journey smoothly." After a few seconds of silence, Klein made a movement in his chest as a sign of a red moon.

Dunn put on her hat and pointed towards the door.

"I have to patrol Raphael's Cemetery. Heh, I forgot one thing. Leonard's investigation and the police department have yielded results. They found the driver of the train driving them. We have confirmed their temporary residence in Tingen City, but they are a bit cautious. They didn't leave any valuable clues."

"As expected of an ancient secret organization," Klein echoed sadly.

Dunn nodded and turned towards the door.

He stopped three seconds later and looked.

“Also, the Holy Cathedral needs two to three more days before they tell us about your application to become an official member. Heh heh, this was handled by a different department, separate from the department that handled the Antigonus family notebook. They have different levels of efficiency."

"I understand," Klein replied sincerely.

Meanwhile, he helped his captain add inwardly.

Remember to submit a compensation application today!

Seeing Dunn leave, Klein heard Rozanne's brown-haired cry.

"Goddess! Klein, are you an official member? You haven't even joined us for a month!"

Klein smiled.

"After I consume the fortune-teller potion, it's only a matter of time."

"That makes sense .." Rozanne became dazed for a few seconds before suddenly sighing. "I pray that you finish your mysticism lessons so that you can be added to the list to oversee the armory, but .. Goddess, I have to be on duty every two days. I'm not Sleepless! My skin, my state of mind. Goddess, save me!"

"Aren't you supposed to be very familiar with such a lifestyle? Before I joined, it was always you, Bredt, and Old Neil who took turns, right?" Klein asked, confused.

Rozanne shook her head with a depressed expression.

“No, there were four, five even earlier. Unfortunately, Kenley chose to be Sleepless. Viola did not choose to renew his contract last month and joined Khoy Noel Machinery Company. She's a talented girl in creation. She was a talented girl, just short of opportunity and money. Five years as a civilian staff allowed him to have enough savings."

After saying this, Rozanne suddenly glanced at Klein and laughed with her mouth closed.

"I've thought of a good solution. Klein, get married as soon as possible. Then, inadvertently reveals Beyonders' secret to her. This is considered a very small leak so there will be no penalty that is too heavy. After all, who can lie to people who share the same bed with you for a long time. You can introduce him to us when that happens, make him a member of the civilian staff! What a perfect plan!"

The corner of Klein's mouth twitched.

"Miss Rozanne, you can also quickly find a husband. It should have been easier.I'm sure you have adequate means to divulge secrets to him."

Rozanne's eyes widened and her mouth gaped when she heard it.

"How can I? Marriage is a very serious matter.I had to carefully choose and observe her for some time to make sure that she was okay."

That's not what you said just a moment ago.Klein didn't bother getting involved in the ruse with Rozanne. He smiled as he engaged in a small chat before saying goodbye and heading underground.

In the armory, he sees Old Neil grappling with ground coffee. So, he sat down and waited patiently.

"You'll soon be an official member, right?" Old Neil asked casually while sifting through the coffee.

"The captain said that it would take two to three more days. It remains a question of whether the Holy Cathedral will approve of it" Klein said bluntly.

"Hehe." Old Neil chuckled. "The Sacred Cathedral will not deny such a case, especially when you are already a Beyonder."

With that said, he turned his head and faced Klein. He said with a laugh, "You have to be mentally prepared. There is a ritual that every official member of the Nighthawk must undergo. They must complete the mission independently. Of course, Dunn will definitely choose the easiest and simplest for beginners. Besides, you're a supporting-type Seer."