With the help of the City of Silver trio, Klein recalled his shadow and made his way deep into the great hall, where he saw an iron-black throne situated atop tier upon tier of steps meant for giants.
He saw the man seated upon the throne. His black hair draped over his shoulders, shadows veiled his eyes, and his exact features were exceptionally indistinct. Layer upon layer of illusory black wings hung down, covering most of his body, while his luxurious black robe threaded with silver radiated an air of mystery.
As he stepped forward to investigate, the power of Origin Castle triggered the residual "spirit" of the Vice King of Heaven. Through his conversations with those brass-colored eyes, Klein gradually learned certain secrets: the origin of Rose Redemption's name, the Three Gods' betrayal and the Ancient Sun God's original plan, as well as why he had to be the one to push open this door.
At the same time, he understood the final words Senior Perrdax had spoken when his Historical Projection dissipated—
"All high-level evil spirits must have a source of power."
He had not been very clear on what those words meant, but he knew they had to be connected to the "timing" that Senior Perrdax had mentioned.
And now, while examining Sarsiriel's condition, he caught sight of a grayish-white glimmer.
After a brief inspection, he deciphered a great deal of information and understood the nature of the object—
The Blasphemy Slate.
The first Blasphemy Slate Mr. Devil had once mentioned, investigated based on information left behind by his ancestor.
The first Blasphemy Slate born from the Chaos Sea!
This was very likely the key item that had allowed the Dark Angel to partially control the Chaos Sea!
It was the source of why the gods had