Hobart's proposed method left Xue and Fors completely baffled. Lacking the relevant Beyonder knowledge, they did not quite understand whether Hobart's method was feasible.
Hobart continued, "As far as I know, this method is extremely painful and can easily cause Loss of Control. So unless it is absolutely necessary or you are completely confident, do not do it."
The reason he mentioned this method first was to highlight his professionalism. To put it bluntly, he was bluffing. He continued, "The second method is to wait and see how lucky your friend is!"
"Luck?" Fors asked. "What do you mean?"
Hobart smiled. "Once you become a Beyonder, your Fate undergoes tremendous changes. All your problems will find their answers through Fate's arrangements.
"Do not think I sound like some charlatan. The field of Mysticism is inherently full of obscure and incomprehensible things."
Fors frowned, dissatisfied with that answer.
Xue simply asked, "Can you be more specific?"
"That Curse is asking for help!" Hobart explained more clearly. "As far as I know, a mysterious existence has recently taken an interest in this plea for help.
"This is your friend's opportunity. Do not try to meddle with Fate; just let things take their course."
It was most advantageous for Hobart if events unfolded according to the original plot. That way, his God's-eye view could continue to exist.
Hobart's words indeed frightened both Xue and Fors. They remained silent, quietly pondering the meaning behind them.
More than ten seconds later, Fors finally asked, "So the best thing to do now is nothing?"
Hobart smiled. "That's right. Carefully observe everything around you, and you will always find some revelation from Fate."
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