buzzing sound filled Fors's brain, and he fell into a daze.
The Klein in the movie is really... really the same person!
Although Fors had suspected this before, she immediately found reasonable reasons to refute it because the conclusion was too horrific.
However, reality did not let Fors' self-deception give her the opportunity to deliver a blow.
She swallowed hard, her face contorting into an expression more painful than tears.
Mr. World, are you really that keen on using different identities...?
The misunderstanding caused by "Dwayne Dantes" was already embarrassing enough for Xio and me, and now there are "Klein Moretti" and "Sherlock Moriarty*....
...But why am I so afraid of him?
I can't really explain it... but he's really scary! Much scarier than an editor who's constantly pushing for your manuscript...
And wherever he is, there will never be peace....
Xio, who was standing to the side, did not cast a questioning glance at Fors this time, because she was also stunned in her seat.
Although her fear of the "world" wasn't as intense as her friend's, she had never even considered it before this scene in the film. Therefore, this sudden appearance was like a direct, devastating blow to her.
It's a familiar feeling, just like the moment I learned that "Dwayne Dantes" was the world's... and, moreover, I've felt sorry for both of them.....
That's practically suicide!
So, everything before was Mr. World's past?
Recalling the madness of "the world, Xio was suddenly overcome with a sense of gloom beyond mere fear.
Emlyn stared blankly at the image on the screen, unable to hide the astonishment in his eyes any longer.
What? Sherlock Moriarty and Gehrman Sparrow are the same person as "The World"?
He suddenly recalled the strange look Marich gave him when he questioned why he thought Sherlock was the helper, and the look Marich gave him when he introduced Gehrman as a partner to the Temperance faction, as if he were a fool.
Emlyn remained outwardly silent, but his hands, clasped in front of him, trembled uncontrollably, a thousand thoughts churning within him coalescing into a roar:
Can I break off all contact with him?!
This is going to expose all my identities! Although it seems that I can still keep my identities as "Zhou Mingrui", "The Fool" and "Merlin Hermes", I don't know if "Dwayne Dantes can escape this fate... Klein smiled bitterly to himself.
However, the owner of the space has been using editing to help me cover up the fact that Klein is the "Fool." What is the purpose of this? Even scenes that happened several years ago were edited together. Uh, can I say that he put a lot of thought into it?
It's truly ironic, really. When I first materialized the character "The World," I didn't think much beyond making him appear mysterious and mature. Yet, the later character design of Gehrman Sparrow shows a significant overlap with him... Are they both reflections of my subconscious? Perhaps it's simply because I want to truly become a calm and confident being, instead of living a life of constant anxiety, with everything orchestrated by others...
Thinking of this, Klein couldn't help but grin bitterly.
Alger had already made some guesses, so he wasn't too surprised. He was simply certain that the person in the film was the chosen one who had made a significant contribution to the Great Fog event. The thought of witnessing the detailed process of that divine battle filled him with excitement, especially since his understanding of the event was limited to Tarot gatherings and church records.
As for the personality differences between the two, Alger found it somewhat hard to accept, but he didn't have too many doubts. After all, Gehrman Sparrow's image might not be a perfect performance, and he also knew that some things could indeed completely change a person.
If Klein has truly become a calm, shrewd, and mad adventurer by nature, then the only thing that could surprise Alger is how quickly the other party's personality has changed.
Cattleya raised an eyebrow, but being a woman of considerable experience, she wasn't overly surprised.
Recalling Gehrman Sparrow's crazy behavior on the Future, and considering his acting ability in the film, she thought it wasn't impossible that the character Gehrman Sparrow portrayed was actually played by Klein Moretti.
However, it might not be entirely an act... The Star General recalled Klein's maniacal smile in the film and sighed inexplicably.
Hmm, everyone in the Tarot Club seemed rather surprised. Especially Fors; even from this distance, I could vaguely sense her impending tears. I wondered why she was so afraid of Mr. "The World"... and Mr. "The Moon" seemed quite emotional as well... Audrey's thoughts shifted slightly, then she couldn't help but feel a slight sense of relief:
However, in the end, everyone will realize that Mr. "World" is actually a kind person... Although Mr. "World" himself probably doesn't want to reveal this, I'm still happy for him. Having more people who understand him will. be very helpful for his mental state...
Like Audrey, Leonard, who already knew about this, wasn't surprised. His mind was completely focused on something else:
Why did Mr. Fool bring Klein into the Tarot Club at this time? Was there a specific reason?
But the Pales inside him remained silent, so Leonard temporarily suppressed his questions and turned his attention to the film, deciding to learn more about what would happen next before making a judgment.
A slight frown appeared on Azk's usually calm and gentle features. He recalled the aura of the Source Castle that he had sensed on Klein before he fell asleep.
Could that aura be obtained in this way?
Edwina naturally noticed the subtle change in the atmosphere around her in an instant, and couldn't help but ponder the possible meaning behind the scene just now.
"The two candidates you suggested are still under consideration."
"I'm giving you a simple task. You can delegate it to them in your own name. This is part of the assessment."
During the tarot reading. "The Fool" spoke to "Justice" in a calm tone.
After receiving a response from "justice," the "fool" stretched out his right hand and pressed it on the table, manifesting a picture depicting the appearance and attire of Lanevus.
"Find out information about the person in the painting; he is in Backlund."
This task was actually a test from Mr. Fool... Xio and Fors couldn't help but exchange a glance.
Since their identities and connections with "The Fool" had already been exposed in the film, the two of them were no longer too concerned about occasionally making small gestures in front of others that might be noticed, as long as it didn't affect the viewing experience.
"Simple" task... Xio sighed, the fear that had lingered in his heart was replaced by the sadness of the past being brought up again.
As for why Fors joined the Tarot Club before Xio, who was in charge of the mission, Xio wasn't surprised. Fors had mentioned to her that she was pulled into the gray fog by Mr. Fool when she was on the verge of losing control.
And, I really didn't manage to do anything....
Xio murmured to himself, a wave of helpless sorrow washing over him once more.
Why wasn't it Klein who proposed this task? Another question arose in Leonard's mind, but he quickly found the answer:
First, this matter involves the arrival of the "True Creator," and having it issued by Mr. "Fool" will undoubtedly facilitate the completion of the mission, while also testing "Magician" and Miss "Judgment. Moreover, this can prevent Klein's identity in Backlund from being exposed, since he should have revealed his identity when he was disguised as Gehrman Sparrow...
Audrey, dressed in riding attire and holding gloves, smiled with demure elegance:
"This is a simple request."
Xio and Fors exchanged a glance, then Xio spoke:
"How much is the entrusted amount?"
Audrey was visibly taken aback, and after a moment spoke with some uncertainty: "Um... 100 pounds?"
This was originally Mr. Fool's test, and we actually asked Miss Audrey for money!
Fors almost covered his face with his hands.
Shouldn't we thank Miss Audrey for her generosity...?
Should we return the money to her or that person...? But would they even care about a mere 100 pounds...?
"...After a preliminary investigation, Xio discovered that Gavin, who had been commissioned by Williams, was found drowned in the Tasok River this morning."
"...She then planned to disguise herself and go to the Workers' Union Tavern at East Byron Shipyard to observe if there were any suspicious people."
Audrey listened to Fors's report, her face showing undisguised astonishment.
Audrey quickly changed into the white coat and other disguises needed for the party, looked around, and then lowered her head in a dark corner to pray softly:
"A fool who doesn't belong to this era..."
"Respected Fool, there's been a problem with Lanevus's investigation..."
Above the gray fog, the Fool listened to the report from Justice, seemed to ponder for a moment, and then cast the message toward a deep red star.
The deep red star magnifies in the lens, the scene shifting within its red glow: Klein acts as journalist Mike Joseph's bodyguard, investigating a serial murder case alongside him; he visits Rafter Pound in the middle of the night; he recounts his reasoning to the bodyguard, and together they blow up the exit of the ruins...
Then, the red light around them gradually dissipated, and the scene became clearer-Klein listened attentively to Miss Justice's report, then frowned, seemingly lost in thought.
The technician is really skilled; they replaced the gray fog background for me right away...
Klein made his usual sarcastic remark. But beyond his wariness, his attention was also drawn to the film.
"A clue to the Dalavi Street bombing."
As Klein wrote down the divination words, a three-story gray-blue apartment building appeared on the screen. On the third floor, a room had lost its window and half of the wall had collapsed, leaving behind traces of an explosion.
The image shattered rapidly, and Klein muttered to himself silently:
"The clues were at the crime scene?"
Among the audience, several who knew about the matter frowned to varying degrees.
This event involves the true creator, and given that Klein himself doesn't know much about it, it would be difficult for him to divine this result on his own!
However, in the film, Klein did not pray to Mr. Fool beforehand this time!
Did the film omit this part, or does Klein already possess that divination ability? Was it a gift from Mr. Fool, similar to how Lanius was given the divinity of the true creator? Was this His intention in pulling Klein above the gray fog?
Leonard's blue eyes were deep, and seeing that the old man still didn't speak, he began to think for himself.
This isn't inherently unreasonable, after all, as a deity, one shouldn't be constantly helping believers...
However, considering that Klein is very likely to be the vessel for Mr. Fool's divine intervention... Is this Mr. Fool modifying Klein into a vessel for divine intervention?
Leonard was startled.
After changing his clothes and putting on a beard. Klein, fully prepared, stood in front of the dressing mirror and examined himself.
The faint scholarly air was completely obscured by his full beard, while his brown eyes resembled ancient pools, seemingly concealing and sealing something deep within.
He stretched out his fingers, then clenched them into a fist. Klein looked in the mirror and said in a low, hoarse voice:Captain, this is the first step in avenging you and me."
Before he finished speaking, a bright smile appeared on his face in the mirror.