Anomaly Behind Chanis Gate

The person behind the scenes has collected a large amount of life force; although their purpose is unknown, it's certainly not a good thing.

"Thanks to you, we finally caught her red-handed this time," Leonard said, waving the candy wrapper. "I'm going to give this to our 'Seer,' hoping he can find more clues for us."

The three then boarded the carriage and returned to Blackthorn Security Company, leaving the life-devouring factory area behind.

Klein did not disappoint them; by taking control, he discovered that the enemy's hiding place was in a house by the river.

However, these characteristics are still somewhat vague, and with careful investigation, it may take several days to determine the final location.

They reported the situation to the captain, Dunn decisively began to arrange manpower to search for the target house along the banks of the Tussock River and Khoy River. Luther had not yet taken courses on tracking and investigation, so he was not assigned to go out and instead stayed at the company.

Luther is not only staying at the company for now, but he also has to go underground tonight to guard the Chanis Gate.

If Cecilia doesn't go home, she'll have to face that Lunatic, Ms. M, alone tonight. It's really worrying...

Thinking about these things, he couldn't help but feel worried.

I'll fuck her to death sooner or later.

"What's wrong, Luther? You look a bit gloomy."

Just then, he heard Dunn's voice. Looking up, he saw Dunn looking at him, his gray eyes filled with concern.

Captain, I've been controlled! That persistent Ms. M has broken into my house and taken my sister and me hostage. You need to contact the Cathedral immediately and have Senior Deacon come and kill her!

"I'm fine, I just saw some things at the factory that I found regrettable."

Luther smiled and shook his head.

In truth, he really wanted to tell Dunn everything that had happened. But the red aura of blood and the illusory eyes swirling around his face were constantly reminding him that Ms. M was watching him, and if Luther dared to speak, she would not hesitate to activate the Flesh Bomb and kill him and Cecilia together.

Time ticked by, afternoon passed, and night fell. The clerical staff and those Nighthawks had all left. Luther followed Dunn down to the basement and into the guardhouse. Sitting in the guardhouse chair, behind him was the double black iron door inlaid with seven Sacred Emblem.

"There's coffee and black tea here. You can drink some if you feel sleepy; it'll help you stay awake... Just don't fall asleep, "Dunn advised him.

"Understood, Captain."

This was Luther's first time on duty, and he listened attentively to Dunn's explanation. The Chanis Gate was an important facility of the Nighthawks, with one located at almost every outpost. Behind the Chanis Gate were stored various dangerous Sealed Artifact, precious and extraordinary materials, and confidential files.

It also possesses special sealing power and is guarded and protected.

According to Dunn, during the Daytime, there are guards inside the Chanis Gate. They are all retired elderly Nighthawks who volunteer to guard the gate. However, at night, the sealing power inside the gate is strengthened, and the elderly Nighthawks cannot withstand it and have to leave.

"Remember, when you're on night duty, no matter what noises come from inside or what happens, don't open the Door Opening and go in," Dunn solemnly reminded him before leaving. "Understood?"

Some of the Sealed Artifact stored behind the Chanis Gate possess the attribute of being "alive" and sometimes struggle against the power behind the gate. Luther heard Leonard say that when Klein was on duty last time, he saw a doll Door Opening from the inside and hand him a note with mysterious symbols drawn on it.

"Yes, Captain."

Luther nodded and said earnestly.

Cecilia was waiting for him to rescue her; he wasn't about to be foolish enough to go in.

Hearing Luther say this, Dunn finally felt relieved and left. Soon, Luther was the only one left in the huge underground space, so quiet that the hissing sound of the gas lamp releasing gas could be heard.

In the eerily quiet atmosphere, Luther sat down expressionlessly, his back to Chanis Gate. He neither made tea or coffee, nor read magazines or novels to pass the time, but simply stared at the wall opposite him, illuminated by the light, without uttering a word.

Time seemed to stand still.

Cecilia is probably sharing a room with that crazy woman right now, isn't she? I wonder if she's scared, if she can sleep peacefully...

Don't think about that now. I rarely have a long stretch of time to myself, so I need to figure out what to do next as soon as possible!

Luther appeared to be in a daze, but his mind was actually working hard. He couldn't write down his thoughts with pen and paper because Ms. M was watching, so he could only analyze the current situation and deduce his next course of action.

First and foremost, ensuring Cecilia's safety is more important than killing Ms. M.

Secondly, he wanted to kill Ms. M, provided that Cecilia's safety was guaranteed.

But how could Luther possibly kill her?

Ms. M implanted Flesh into the siblings, monitoring and controlling them. Any slight abnormality could trigger an explosion. Furthermore, she is a powerful Sequence 5 Extraordinary, and with his current abilities, he has virtually no hope.

But did Ms. M have no flaws?

Of course not.

Just as Luther had discovered before, Ms. M seemed to be experiencing some health issues, and her attitude towards Luther was also somewhat strange. If they could figure out her true intentions, perhaps they could use her methods to retaliate...

However, the biggest problem is that you are being monitored! Your every move is controlled by the other party, which is basically equivalent to one-way transparency. Even if they have countermeasures, it is difficult to be prepared!

Thinking about this, Luther felt heavy-hearted and frustrated. How could he temporarily block Ms. M's surveillance without her noticing?

"Crunch-"

Just as Luther was lost in thought, a sickening scraping sound suddenly rang out behind him, echoing in the empty underground space.

"Who!"

Luther was startled and almost jumped up from his chair. He reached for his gun holster with one hand and pressed the other against the Clown Doll on his chest. His heart was pounding as he looked in the direction of the sound.

When he saw what was making the sound, his eyes widened in surprise.

It's Chanis Gate!

Chanis Gate is open!

With a creaking sound, the heavy and magnificent door was slowly pushed open from the inside, and the seven Sacred Emblem embedded on it gleamed under the gaslight.

What... what's going on here?

Luther was stunned. The captain hadn't said how to handle this situation!

Just as his thoughts were in turmoil, a wisp of black silk suddenly emerged from within the Chanis Gate. It floated Feather Fall and swiftly.

In an instant, it appeared in front of Luther and completely enveloped his head.