Chapter 783 In the Bedroom
When Klein left Backlund two weeks ago, although it was ostensibly for "business," he actually felt like he was fleeing in embarrassment. After all, the clone of Amon, the "Angel of Time," the "Blasphemer," and "that person's brother," had already arrived in Backlund, and their target was most likely him, who possessed some special ability.
But now, Klein, who has returned to this city, has become a Sequence 4 "Trickster" and has the initial power to fight against the Angel King.
Of course, this didn't mean he could confront a Sequence 1 head-on. Rather, according to "Orange Light" Hilarion, after possessing divinity, Klein would be able to conceal his "specialness" and avoid being discovered by the Angel King who coveted his power.
It was only after Klein's promotion that he truly discovered that the "Trickster" possessed a certain power that represented "confusion" and "deception," or in summary, "secrecy." It could instinctively conceal its peculiarities. This not only made it difficult for High-Sequence Beyonders of the same or adjacent paths to recognize its peculiarities, but also had a great effect in concealing its strength.
This also points out the role-playing direction and fighting style of the "Weird Mage", that is, the main body is hidden behind the scenes, and the special features of the secret puppet are used to fight... He chuckled secretly, looking at the two secret puppets beside him who could share all the skills of the "Weird Mage", feeling a little emotional.
When I left Backlund, I was still a "widowed master", but now I have two secret puppets, and the largest number of secret puppets is 50!
Now I really have become a whole circus by myself...
Enzo, the "winner", disguised himself as a personal valet and changed his name to Enuni, called a hired carriage. With the help of his personal bodyguard Ludwell, he got in the carriage and soon returned to his home at 160 Boklund Street in the North District.
Butler Walter and housekeeper Tanya, who had received the news in advance, led all the male servants, female servants, gardeners, coachmen and other servants to line up on both sides of the garden path to welcome their employer.
Looking at the servants standing neatly and respectfully under the gaslight, Klein nodded with satisfaction, feeling that his money had not been wasted.
Therefore, even if traditional aristocrats had fallen on hard times and couldn't afford servants, and could only hire temporary maids and butlers, or temporarily assign additional staff during large banquets, they still had to retain an experienced butler. This was an indispensable role in the family... Klein smiled as he entered the villa accompanied by the male and female butlers. He exchanged a few words and then pointed to the secret marionettes behind him and said:
"Enuni is the personal valet I hired in the Southern Continent. He will handle some of my business there. Raphael will be the guard of this villa and my personal bodyguard when I travel. Haha, after witnessing the chaos of the Southern Continent once again, I think it's time to add such an experienced hunter to my family."
He introduced Enuni, who spoke with a Tutan accent, and Ludwell, who had renamed himself "Raphael" and had hawk-like eyes, to Walter. When the word "personal servant" was mentioned, Klein's original servant Richardson turned a little pale, but secretly lowered his head to hide his lost look.
Why do I feel guilty about "looking for a new lover"? But Richardson has done a good job before, and I promised him a "reward" if he stays... Klein smiled secretly and nodded to his former valet.
"From today on, you will follow Mr. Walter as his assistant and be responsible for collecting information on all the manors in the suburbs to see if there are any that are cost-effective and worth buying. Well, no more than 20,000 pounds."
After this arms deal, my savings have exceeded 30,000 pounds. It's time to invest in some fixed assets. Also, when the autumn hunting season arrives, it would be very rude not to be able to invite friends to the suburbs for hunting and barbecue and spend a pleasant weekend... Klein added in his mind, suddenly remembering the 35,000-pound winery that Angel had unexpectedly acquired. He smacked his lips, feeling a little envious.
The butler mistook this action for his master being a little hungry after a long journey, so he quickly arranged for a refreshing wash and a sumptuous dinner, and informed him of the to-do list that had been accumulated over the past two weeks.
"I have to go to Dr. Allen's house tomorrow afternoon. After all, I haven't publicly congratulated Will on his birth yet. Tonight, there's a ball hosted by Senator Macht... The increasing number of banquets and events suggests I've gradually integrated into high society. But realistically, I don't know how long this identity will last. Perhaps while investigating the truth behind the smog, I'll encounter danger and be forced to flee, forcing me to give up this identity that's tied to so many of my fixed assets..."
After a Loen-style dinner, which was completely different from the Southern Continent's style and blended cuisines from multiple countries in the Northern Continent, Klein took a comfortable bath to wash away the fatigue of the long journey. While Enuni helped him put on his pajamas, he thought divergently about everything that would happen next.
"...After resolving the matter of Ince Zangwill and ascending to demigod status, my primary target now lies with the true culprit of the Great Smog Incident. This requires me to continue approaching Major General Qonas Kilger, Deputy Director of MI9. Angel and Triss are investigating Viscount Stratford, who is implicated in Prince Edessak's death... I also need to search for clues about the final time traveler. I actually suspect the legendary ancient sun god is my 'roommate.' After all, he named his children Adam and Amon and used the cross as a symbol of worship. It's got that kind of meme-y beauty... Could this be why Amon is trying to capture me and understand the uniqueness of the gray fog surrounding me? Like Bernadette, is he playing 'Where Are We Going, Dad?'"
A new joke popped up in his mind for no reason, and Klein, who was feeling a little breathless due to all the doubts, laughed.
"Why, are you thinking about me?"
Suddenly, a soft, charming voice came from behind him.
Klein, who had already sensed the other party's emergence but had no idea where they would come from, turned around and smiled even more. He looked at Angel, who emerged from the decorative mirror in the room. She was wearing a black dress that revealed her smooth ankles and bare feet. His eyebrows couldn't help but raise.
This is the outfit I wore when I held the "Witch" card. She noticed I looked at her a few times that day... Klein realized he could barely suppress his smile. He quickly instructed Enuni to leave the bedroom and locked the door. He used this opportunity to calm himself down before saying,
"I thought you wouldn't make a formal visit until tomorrow."
"Isn't it because I'm afraid you'll be waiting impatiently?" Angel chuckled and, without caring about her image, she lay down on the single sofa in the bedroom. The touch of white under her skirt made Klein's heart beat faster. "I came back from my own winery, changed my clothes, and came here directly. It seems like the timing is just right."
She emphasized "her own winery," clearly not having just arrived. Instead, she had been hiding in the mirror, eavesdropping on the conversation between Klein and the butler, showing off the Iris Manor, which she had acquired without any effort.
But Klein's thoughts lingered on the point of "changing clothes." After confirming that the other party had changed into this black dress specifically for him, which was not suitable for going out, his mind became a little active.
He approached Angel, who was half-lying on the sofa in an ambiguous posture, and was about to do something when he was gently pushed away by the other party:
"Change back to your original appearance first."
Klein was stunned for a moment, then he remembered that he was still Dwayne Dantès, and couldn't help but laugh:
"You were the one who said you were going to marry Christine Theresa as Dawn. Why aren't you used to this image yet?"
Despite saying this, Klein still tilted his head slightly. After a moment, he turned back, his face now much younger with black hair and brown eyes.
"It takes some getting used to..."
Seeing Klein so obedient, Angel narrowed her eyes, raised her hands, and hugged Klein, whose figure had become thinner, so that his nightgown was hanging a little loosely on his body. Klein took the opportunity to hug her, but smelled a faint smell of alcohol.
"Did you drink before you came here?"
He asked doubtfully.
"I visited the Iris Winery with Audrey this afternoon and asked her to see if there was anything that needed improvement. But when I heard the renovations would cost 5,000 pounds, I dragged her into the tasting room and forced her to drink a bottle of 1340 red wine, foiling her plan to bankrupt me." Angel muttered, still upset about the other party's expensive renovation suggestions. "But don't worry, I'm not drunk."
Is this what I'm worried about... If it's just Miss Justice, then there's no problem. I thought it was some noble taking advantage of the situation... Klein muttered to himself, suddenly thinking of the night when the two of them had just left Backlund and headed to the sea, and Angel drank a whole bottle of Sonia Blood Wine and pretended to be drunk.
In order to ease the embarrassment, he secretly put Angel back on the single sofa, cleared his throat and said:
"On my way back to the Northern Continent, I encountered the Black Emperor, the ship of Nast, the 'King of the Five Seas.' To prevent him from attacking my passenger ship, I had no choice but to meet him. This pirate king invited you and your ghost ship to join his expedition to the 'Ghost Empire,' saying that everything you need is hidden there—well, including what he needs, of course. He also said that the ghost ship is related to Emperor Roselle."
Sitting back on the sofa, Angel also got rid of the charming atmosphere and was a little surprised when he heard it.
She had received an invitation from the "King of the Five Seas" at the Pirate Conference. Before they could discuss the topic further, the attack of the "Divine Evil" Sua ended the meeting. Unexpectedly, Nast, using Klein's message, extended the invitation again, even mentioning Emperor Roselle...
Was this an attempt to convince Anne, and Bernadette, the "mysterious queen" related to her? These two would indeed be drawn to the legend of the great emperor, but only if the "Ghost Empire" truly existed...
Angel himself was quite interested in this maritime story, but the prerequisite was that he had to have the power to "get a piece of the pie", that is, at least reach Sequence 3. Otherwise, he would be caught between other forces. Even if he found the "Ghost Empire" and the hidden treasure, it would only be a wedding dress for others.
"We'll discuss this after I advance to Sequence 3... And Anne hasn't returned from Intis yet. I need to hear her opinion. Otherwise, the 'Golden Queen' is just a pirate without a ship."
Angel smiled to himself and replied.
Klein raised his eyebrows and asked in confusion:
"Promoted to the 'Immortal' Witch? Do you have a solution to the promotion ceremony?"
Angel had once told him the formula for the "immortality" potion and the ascension ritual. As the "Fool," Klein also had the freedom to examine the "Witch" card at will. Therefore, he was full of doubts about Angel's confidence.
Could she bypass the promotion ceremony that would take decades to complete?
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