After hearing Abel's words, Richard blinked and asked, "The Blood-colored Seal is an Ominous Object carrying a terrifying curse? Why do you say that?"
"Last time, during the Exchange Meeting, Reiss told you about it. After the Blood-colored Seal was unearthed, dozens of Wizards died fighting over it, including quite a few who had handled it." Abel lowered his voice and glanced at him as he asked, "You still remember all that, right?"
"I remember." Richard nodded. With his memory, there was no way he could have forgotten so quickly.
"It's good that you remember. But he didn't explain everything clearly." Abel sighed. "From what I know, everyone who has handled the Blood-colored Seal has died an unnatural death. Aside from those killed by spells during the struggle for it, some brokers and collectors often lost their lives for no apparent reason shortly after selling it."
"As for... Wizard Reiss, strictly speaking, he is currently missing. But after being unable to contact him for so many days, it can basically be concluded that he met with misfortune. This is a major loss for our Antiquities Exchange Meeting."
At this point, Abel's expression turned serious. Looking at Richard with considerable sincerity, he said, "Wizard Richard, I know your background is more mysterious than what you have shown on the surface, and your strength is greater than what you displayed at the Exchange Meeting. I mean no offense, but I still want to remind you to be careful. Then be even more careful."
"This is for your own good, and for the good of the Exchange Meeting as well. After all, it isn't easy to maintain the Exchange Meeting. We have already lost one active member this week, and I don't want to lose you as well when we convene next week."