There really was an "imprint" of unknown origin... Though it was very faint, removing it would not be easy. It would have to be done in the name of "The Fool"...
Klein was holding Sharron's hand in thought when he heard Abner cough, bringing him back to his senses.
"Congratulations." Abner's gaze swept back and forth between Klein and Sharron as he smiled and offered his congratulations.
His words carried a double meaning, forcing Klein to use his Clown abilities to remain composed. At the same time, he modestly replied, "I'm still far behind you."
After saying that, Klein naturally released Sharron's hand and walked over to Captain Dunn and Madam Daly. After greeting them, he explained apologetically, "Back in Bayam, it wasn't that I was unwilling to meet you under my real identity. I simply had no choice..."
Before he could finish, Dunn reached out and patted Klein on the shoulder. Just as he had back at Blackthorn Security Company, he smiled and said, "No need to explain further. I understand!"
Hearing the Captain's familiar words and feeling his unchanged trust and protection, Klein's eyes could not help but sting. He could only change the subject. "Captain, you can ask Abner about your loss of vitality. He has a way to resolve it."
Through Emlyn of the Moon, Klein had already learned that The Tower intended to sell genuine Fountain of Youth.
Upon hearing this, Dunn had yet to say anything when Madam Daly's eyes lit up. Looking toward Abner in the distance, she asked, "What compensation would you need to help Dunn recover his vitality?"
As she spoke, she glanced at Helena, the Goddess of Wealth, who was glittering all over in golden light. With an ambiguous smile, she joked, "How about I teach this friend of yours