The Queen's Reward

Because of the manuscript, Luther and Sophia were led to Throne Weaving from Pea Vines.

Though called Throne, it actually looked more like a comfortable hammock. Slightly above their eye level, it only allowed Luther to see the top of his black boots—a white, tiered skirt with a girlish style draped naturally, concealing his legs.

The combination is a little odd, but surprisingly harmonious.

Luther thought to himself.

He didn't look up to see the owner of the boots, but stared straight ahead, waiting for the other person to speak first. He could feel a gaze sweeping down on him, lingering on him for a moment.

That gaze seemed to pierce through his body, reaching right to his deepest core.

"Um?"

After scrutinizing him for a moment, the other person suddenly uttered a soft question, "A lucid Secrets Suppliant Pathway Extraordinary?"

She found out!

How did she figure that out?!

Luther's heart tightened suddenly, and he almost jumped up. But immediately, he activated the Phantom Tide to protect his Consciousness, which allowed him to quickly regain his composure.

All of the above actions were completed in a very short time. In Sophia's eyes, he only swayed slightly, and even after his Sequence was exposed, he did not react excessively.

"Oh right, they said you were a 'Shepherd'!"

Sophia seemed to recall something, "I used to call you 'Mr. A'."

"I am not Mr. A."

Luther immediately retorted. Because the moment she uttered that name, the gaze above her seemed to turn extremely hostile; if she didn't explain, who knew what might happen to her? "I don't believe in True Creator; that guy is just a Lunatic who talks nonsense."

As always, he directly and forcefully denies the True Creator, quickly and powerfully proving that he is not a believer in Him.

"... a sober Shepherd has reached Sequence 5?"

On the Throne, the Queen's voice held a hint of curiosity, "How rare! Including you, I've only ever seen two such Luck individuals..."

How did you do that?

"Well, well, it was due to some unexpected circumstances."

Luther chuckled dryly, not intending to explain.

"You don't want to talk about it? I understand."

The lady on the Throne spoke calmly, knowing that Luther was hiding something, but she did not use her power to force him to speak.

A moment of silence fell over everyone; the atmosphere became so quiet that it was impossible to breathe loudly.

"By the way, Queen Majesty, we've come to present the manuscript you requested."

Sophia quickly broke the silence, stepping forward and speaking. She turned back, gesturing for Luther to retrieve the item. An Invisible Servant floated over, took the manuscript from Luther, and presented it to the Queen.

Luther saw the manuscript fly up from the Servants's hands, automatically floating in the air, each sheet standing upright and laid out in order for the other to examine. The Queen quickly browsed through the manuscript, muttering numbers and formulas under her breath, seemingly confirming its authenticity.

She can still understand these things.

Luther thought to herself, "That makes sense. Maybe someone will forge the manuscript to deceive her—if someone is bold enough."

"Yes, it is indeed Helmosuin's manuscript."

She confirmed it.

At that moment, Luther could feel a sigh of relief coming from Sophia beside him.

The manuscript pages were carefully folded up, received by invisible Servants, and taken away directly. It seems the Queen is determined to win this deal.

"I'll offer £5,000, or exceptional materials of equivalent value, or some trouble I can resolve for you."

She said that.

5000!

Luther was momentarily stunned by the enormous number. Even if he and Sophia split the profits 30/70, he would still receive 3,500 pounds, which was a huge sum of money, enough for an ordinary person to live a luxurious life in Backlund.

Even without money, if you exchange it for other corresponding items, it would be equivalent to Sequence 6 Beyonder Item!

Luther was still pondering what to change when he saw the red-haired girl next to him excitedly step forward.

"Queen Majesty, I would like to obtain the Hunter Pathway Sequence 7 and Sequence 6 Potion recipes. It would be even better if you could provide the corresponding Potion Main Ingredient!"

She said excitedly.

Um?

Luther couldn't help but glance at the other person.

She actually wants something like this?

Judging from Sophia's numerous Beyonder Item and the aura she exudes in her words and actions, she must be a descendant of an extraordinary family with a rich heritage. How could someone like her lack such Low Sequence Potion recipes and materials?

"According to market prices, Sequence 7 Potion recipe costs 800 pounds, while Sequence 6 costs 1500 pounds. The corresponding main Potion Main Ingredient cost 600 pounds and 1500 pounds respectively."

The Queen's Way.

There are two Main Ingredient the Potion, meaning that obtaining both would cost 1200 pounds and 3000 pounds respectively.

Upon hearing the exorbitant price of the Potion, Sophia, who had been excited, Sophia. After a few seconds, she looked at Luther beside her with a hint of resentment, her eyes conveying the message: "If it weren't for you, I could have taken all of these."

Luther smiled noncommittally, "Selling just one of your Beyonder Item will suffice."

"Not for sale!"

The other person said angrily, turning their head away and refusing to look at him.

"Weren't you together?"

"The Queen asked."

So Luther explained briefly that the manuscript was obtained by the two of them together, with an agreement to split it 30/70. According to the Contract, Sophia would receive 30% of the 5000 pounds, which is 1500 bon, enough to buy only two sets of Sequence 7 Main Ingredient or Sequence 6 Potion recipe.

"Your Queen, I am willing to pay an additional 500 pounds, adding to my 1500 pounds, for a total of 2000 pounds, in exchange for the complete Hunter Pathway Sequence 7."

"Potion recipes and extraordinary ingredients."

Sophia said, seemingly having made up her mind.

"Can."

The owner of the black boots gave a few instructions, and then an unseen Servants stepped forward and led her to the back to retrieve the necessary items.

"And you, what do you want? Money, Beyonder Item, or some help?"

After seeing Sophia off, the Queen asked Luther again.

Luther thought for a moment.

Do you need money?

As for money, I'm not particularly short of funds at the moment.

Luther had received several hundred pounds from that noble lady last time, which was enough for him to live on. Besides, he estimated that he would be staying at Sequence 5 for a long time and did not have an immediate need to buy Sequence 4 Potion.

Currently, he has two main problems: his mental state and Lanevus. The former often leaves him half-mad, while the latter, carrying the Evil God's Offspring, is undoubtedly filled with hatred for the one who caused him to become like this.

Among these, mental health issues are the top priority to address.

But how credible is this Queen?

If you ask her to help you with your mental health issues, she will inevitably try to pry into your mind, and you may expose your unique characteristics...

What if she discovers my special abilities and tries to steal it? Will I be able to fight back?

Luther hesitated.

He'd already been scammed once, so he was bound to be cautious.

How about choosing Beyonder Item? 3500 pounds, that's roughly equivalent to Sequence 6 item—not particularly strong, but not particularly weak either...:... Wait a minute.

Suddenly, an idea struck him.

Yes, I wonder if there are any Beyonder Item that can treat mental illnesses. That way, I could heal myself while avoiding direct exposure.

"Your Queen, I wish to obtain Beyonder Item from the Spectator Pathway."

Luther spoke up.

Are you seeking treatment for your mental state?

Without a second thought, the Queen asked directly.