Chapter 341 Longing for the Same Person
"Extraordinary Characteristics, or Gold Pounds?"
Angel held the box containing Barron's Beyonder characteristic and looked at Hugh Dilcha. She had just used the magic mirror to divine and confirmed that this was a Beyonder characteristic of Sequence 9 from the "Criminal" pathway. In other words, Barron, who extracted it, was a criminal in both the legal sense and the mystical sense.
Xio's face was pensive, and she didn't answer immediately. If she chose gold pounds, Angel would give her another 100 pounds. However, if she chose the Beyonder, she would have to pay back the 25 pounds she had previously paid. She was faced with a dilemma: cash or the extra profit she could make from selling the Beyonder.
At this time, the three of them had been wandering around the East District for half an hour. After doing appropriate counter-tracking, they arrived at the junction of the East District and the Dock District, in an alley on the Tussock River.
Before the operation, as a reward for Hugh providing Barron with a place to live, Angel promised her 50 pounds in cash and half of Barron's own property. Although the results of communicating with Heras suggested that they were related to the military or even the royal family, and therefore could not take away other property, Angel still kept his promise and took out some of the "trophies" for the bounty hunter to choose.
Of course, she was the one who gained the most from this operation. Not only did she obtain clues worth 500 pounds, she also released a Sequence 6 "Judge" and gained three unique Beyonder Abilities.
One of them is the "ban" that Heras has used many times in battle. Unlike the devil's language, the "ban" is not limited to a specific rule. Instead, as long as "ban is prohibited here" is read out in ancient Hermes, the following short paragraph will take effect within a certain range. The size of the affected area and the duration of the effect depend on the user's sequence level and the specific content of the ban.
Compared with "banning the use of revolvers" and "banning the use of firearms", the former will last longer and have a better effect than the latter.
Secondly, "Exile" can create an invisible and powerful force to drive the designated object away from oneself. Heras also used it in the previous battle, and his usage was quite unique. He did not specify a specific person, but "exiled" the large amount of black flames released by Angel at the same time and blew them away.
The last ability is "Deterrence," which is better than nothing. The user can intimidate those around them by shouting loudly, making them want to submit. Although this ability can be used at Sequence 9 through the "Arbitrator" path, if it is released by the "Judge", even low-sequence Beyonders like Hugh and Sherman will find it difficult to resist.
After recalling the "Judge" ability of herding in his mind, Angel saw that Hugh was still hesitant, and turned his gaze to Sherman beside him. The latter had recovered from the tension after killing someone. He looked at Hugh and then at Angel, wondering what he was thinking.
"Sherman, you performed well in this operation. You found the real Barron through your own information channels and stopped him from escaping. Well... this will be counted as your contribution to the sect and can be exchanged for the potion formula when you are promoted."
Angel wanted to generously promise some other rewards, but thinking of his own limited financial resources, he could only write a blank check.
Fortunately, Sherman just nodded slowly.
"A sect...are you members of some secret organization? Why are you tracking down a human trafficker like Barron?"
Quinn interjected, frowning.
"You don't need to know this. Besides, tracking Barron is just a personal commission I received. Pick the reward you need and don't ask about this matter anymore. Barron and the recently deceased Heras are likely doing some shady business for the military or the royal family. If you get too involved, you won't end well."
Angel was trying to persuade her, but suddenly realized that Xio might reveal the matter to Fors, whom she knew, or even to nobles like Audrey and Grallint, so he quickly added:
"Don't mention this to anyone else on other occasions. This is for your own good."
"You mean the young lady and her friends? I see."
Quinn raised an eyebrow, indicating that he understood what Angel really meant.
Then she looked at the "criminal" feature on Angel's hand, pursed her lips, and said:
"I chose this Beyonder characteristic. It should be worth more than 200 pounds, right?"
"Yes, provided you can sell it at certain gatherings. The extra money will count as... a token of sincerity for future cooperation."
The characteristics of the "criminal" sequence are not easy to use. In Angel's mind, its actual value is only about 150 pounds. Excluding the 25 pounds returned by the recess, she only needs to pay an additional 125 pounds to gain the friendship of a bounty hunter with many connections in the East District, and it also allows her to keep her identity secret, which is quite cost-effective.
Of course, when Angel got back the 25 pounds and handed over the extraordinary characteristic, he still felt a little distressed. Whether it was worthwhile or not was a rational analysis, but the negative emotions that came with the extraordinary characteristic were completely out of emotion.
After "dividing the spoils", she looked back in the direction she came from. The streets of the East District were still quiet, with no pursuers and no police patrols.
"Then, everyone should split up and leave. Sherman, I suggest you find a new place to live immediately. Many people should know about your recent search for Barron. If they're determined to track you, they'll easily find your location. This bounty hunter lady has plenty of experience dealing with this sort of thing; you can ask her for help."
Angel wanted to leave at that moment, but after thinking about it, he decided to remind the rookie assassin a few words.
"I'll keep an eye on him," Xio nodded, looking at Sherman, whose expression had turned serious. "Go home and pack your things, then come with me to the safe house. Hide out for a few days and don't meet up with your drinking buddies. Come out again after the storm has died down."
When not in a fighting state, Sherman returned to his timid temperament. Led by Hugh, he quietly left in a cloak. Angel also remained invisible and left from another alley.
She planned to return to the safe house in the East District first to report tonight's findings to Mr. Fool and the Hanged Man. If they agreed, she would report the human trafficking case to the official Beyonders overnight.
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"Fors, I'm back."
In the small house they shared in Cherwood, Fors was working on her manuscript. When she heard Hugh Dearcha arrive home, she simply looked up to indicate that she understood, then returned her gaze to the manuscript on the table.
Recently, Fors commissioned the Hanged Man and Mr. Sun from the Tarot Club to find the "Blood of Deep Sea Marlin" and the "Stomach of the Soul Eater," respectively. These were the main ingredients for Sequence 8 "Master of Magic", and their total value exceeded 600 pounds, exceeding her entire savings, even including the portion owed to her by Xio.
Therefore, the originally lazy young lady writer actively negotiated the content of the new book with the publishing house, planning to finish the first draft before the end of the year, earn a considerable amount of royalties, and make plans for her own promotion.
She had been thinking about the outline of this new book for a long time. After joining the Tarot Club and listening to everyone's experiences, she modified some of the content and formed a story that combines elements such as adventure, battle, noble feuds, and unspeakable fear. At this time, ideas are pouring out, and she expects to complete the first draft in about ten days.
"Every day when I come back, I see you working on your manuscript. If you're really short of money, I can lend you some."
Hugh, who had not returned home all night, hung his cloak by the door, came over to take a look at the manuscript on the table, and was instantly dazzled by the densely packed words on the pages. He took two steps back as if avoiding something and said.
"No, it's not a lack of money, but a sense of urgency..." Fors put down her pen and looked at her friend seriously. "Do you know that feeling? The people around me are either extremely wealthy or powerful, and I'm among them, so I don't even dare to speak..."
"Powerful...are you talking about me?"
Xio asked in confusion. She had recently purchased a special item from Fors that could replace the main ingredient of the "Sheriff" potion, and was promoted to Sequence 8. This also put her in heavy debt. She traveled back and forth between the East District and the Docks every day, searching for wanted criminals with bounties on their heads, or helping others complete commissions that were within the capabilities of Beyonders, earning a large or small reward.
"Stronger than you... I'm not saying you're not strong, but she's the kind of Beyonder who, well, could probably crush us with just one finger. She's the protagonist of my book, calm, powerful, and full of justice." A glimmer of longing flashed in Fors's eyes, but she hid it in an instant. "But unfortunately, I swore an oath and cannot tell you the details of that party."
"Yeah, I understand."
Xio didn't take it seriously. She had just promised a powerful Beyonder last night not to reveal her affairs to anyone else. However, this "sheriff" was certain that Miss Irene Watson was definitely more powerful than the Beyonder Fors had mentioned.
Thinking of this, she also felt a little longing in her heart, which was an instinctive envy of powerful strength. The two looked at each other in silence for a moment, then both looked away, hiding the secrets in their hearts.
"By the way, Fors, will anyone buy Beyonder traits at the party you mentioned?"
Xio suddenly thought of his gains from last night. He pulled out the bullet box from his pocket and carefully opened the lid. He then displayed the "criminal" characteristics that had emerged after Barron's death and continued:
"Could you try to help me sell it? If I can get a good price for it, I think I can pay off the money I owe you."
She now has an extremely strong desire to pay off her debts and actively advance. This is not only because she has witnessed the battle between truly powerful Beyonders, but also because she finally found a clue to the truth behind her father's death during last night's actions.
"The military and the royal family, I will investigate them one by one!"
She thought to herself.
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