The Etiquette of a Visit

They argued twice about who should do it, and finally Klein reminded Neph:

"If you had simply retell me ' The Peach Blossom Spring ' from the beginning, the matter would be over now."

"If you hadn't asked me in the first place, it would all be over by now," Neph retorted.

So Klein ultimately couldn't hold out against Neph. Alone on the wasteland, he sat by the light of his Lantern and began to relearn "The Peach Blossom Spring" on his own.

However, understanding the story is one thing; translating it into Loenese is quite another.

In the final version of the story that Cattleya received, numerous names of people and places were untranslatable. Looking at these completely unfamiliar names, and recalling Gehrman Sparrow's words about perhaps finding Magic insights within them, she was filled with confusion.

In fact, she had already experienced this doubt once before—when she learned that Magic had reappeared in the fairy tale told by Emperor Roselle in the "Mystical Reenactment," Cattleya had felt the same way.

However, this wasn't the time to dwell on that; Cattleya focused her attention on the story itself.

"Hmm..." Neph raised an eyebrow after listening to Klein's explanation. "So, after reading the story carefully, Cattleya believes that Bernadette does indeed possess a Magic from ' The Peach Blossom Spring,' but she just hasn't learned it yet?"

"Yes," Klein nodded, "And that Magic probably doesn't meet my needs—it can indeed create a barrier that's isolated from the outside world and difficult to connect to, but in fact..."

After a few seconds of hesitation, Klein continued:

"Peach Blossom Spring isn't without Exit; it has a fixed Exit. If I lock myself and Kotar inside together, I, who can't cancel the Magic, could easily get stuck."

"And if I lock Kotar inside alone... you know, without the power of spatial manipulation, it's impossible to get through the barrier to attack someone; you have to break the barrier first."

He shook his head and sighed, "And luckily I got the ' Staff of Stars,' otherwise I'd probably still be worrying about how to recreate the Magic..."

"... You reminded me of something." Neph narrowed her eyes.

"What?" Klein sensed a glimmer of hope.

Neph tilted her head and smiled:

"You didn't mention a name, and I couldn't recall it for a moment... Well, I haven't actually kept track of which stories her Magic comes from, and besides, this Magic wasn't even cast by her personally..."

"When Miss ' Magician ' ascended to Demigod, she used a method... First, she imprisoned the Monster in Peach Blossom Spring, then she used the ' Rotten Persimmon Chess Game ' to alter the flow of time inside and outside Peach Blossom Spring, and finally she placed the ' Demon Oil Painting ' at the entrance of Peach Blossom Spring."

"Finally, the Monster that broke out of Peach Blossom Spring simply walked into the ' Demon Oil Painting '."

Klein asked thoughtfully, "' Demon Oil Painting '? What level exactly is it?"

"That's the most awkward part of this problem," Neph shrugged. "It's a 'Level 1' Sealed Artifact from the Abraham Family, and I suspect it's at Sequence 4. Using it to seal Kotar is tantamount to suicide."

Klein nodded in agreement, then said helplessly, "Unfortunately, the ' Scroll of God ' cannot seal living beings; it can only banish them."

This is another "0" level Sealed Artifact of the Abraham Family. Unlike the "Staff of Stars" and the "Scroll of God," which posed a visible danger, Klein rejected it and chose the "Staff of Stars."

He was only disappointed for a moment before an idea occurred to him. Looking at Neph with a hint of curiosity, he asked:

"Perhaps you can shatter the ' Scroll of God '? Hmm, let it return to its Beyonder Characteristic form, recombine the item, transform it into a new Sealed Artifact, and gain new abilities..."

"No!" Neph rejected the idea quite seriously.

Klein was slightly surprised by her reaction. This attitude made Klein realize that something was amiss, and he couldn't help but ask:

"What's wrong?"

Neph tapped her fingertips lightly, her expression grave.

>p/<. The painting surface will not be included in the depiction during the transformation, but the "God of Scroll Painting" is usually viewed within a copper-plated frame.

>p/<. The response to the approaching scene allows for changes to the surrounding area and the ability for the target audience to maintain their presence, even when the location and time of appearance differ.

>p/<. Each time, one person can launch an attack targeting those objects, allowing the attacker to hold the target. At the same time, different objects may appear.

>p/<. This seems to be a point about the complete understanding of the Arab world, but it is not the only one that is not fully realized. At the same time, it may not have the desired effect, and its representation as an abstract image is difficult to understand.

>p/<. The target is placed one by one to use the ability, the target of the place is known to the method of the previous thing, the place is not the same to move to the door and not to open, when the door is presented one by one.

>p/<. The seal must be engraved immediately, and there is nothing to say about it. It is the deep, dark, and mysterious space-time or the bottom of the earth that it presents.

>p/<. The intention was to use the title of "God of Scroll Painting" as a secondary title, but there were no questions about the foundation of these abilities.

>p/<! To achieve entry, one must come into the life of people and things, and at that moment, the viewer's gaze is not on this canvas--

>p/<. The "view of the holder from above" regarding the power of the handle is easily seen and becomes apparent.

>p/<"? What is the 'Master's Journey' of the Ceremony of Promotion? You know: You laughed because it was just Funa, and because of that, you can't explain in detail Enlake and you can't talk about these things for now."

>p/<: He told Xiao Funa, shaking his head honestly to Enlake.

>p/<. It's said that this requires leaving behind nine foreign stars in the area, if you want to become a 'mentorship' player.

>p/<. All safety is not the same as the stars, except for the red moon, the stars are far away in the sky, outside the earth, you also think very clearly, but I have never told you in detail about the pollution of the starry sky."

>p/<. The law has no effect on these polluted areas, and it is extremely dangerous. Moreover, the pollution is all-encompassing, and we have to leave the residences of the star players.

>p/<...'Teacher's Journey' one, saying you"

Talented, many with good fortune, if only he could truly succeed.

How can we avoid contamination in this situation?

"I understand," Klein nodded solemnly. "Peach Blossom Spring can be used as a means... Hmm, the ' Staff of Stars's' power is replication. I need to Record the instances where Bernadette casts Magic. Only when she has become Angel can she maximize the power of this Magic..."

Klein considered it carefully, then continued:

"But I must find a way to kill Kotar in Peach Blossom Spring... well, or find a way to trap him even if Kotar leaves Peach Blossom Spring..."

"How about lightning? You said it's an area-of-effect attack. Maybe I can try leaving the vicinity of Peach Blossom Spring and using Historical Projection to summon lightning..."

"You can try," Neph said, "But don't forget, Kotar has more than one life."

"Yes, I know," Klein said, his head throbbing. "He can resurrect in another place... Ugh, is there any way to prevent his resurrection?"

"Wait... it seems someone is looking for me."

She left those words behind and returned to the Real World, while Klein's consciousness was thrown back into the "Forsaken Land of the Gods," leaving him no choice but to continue his deep contemplation.

On the other side--

"... Mr. Azik?" Neph called out uncertainly, looking at the scene before her.

Mr. Azik, with his bronze skin, fixed his gaze on the suddenly appearing Neph, while directly in front of him, Palenque Tasibu was kneeling firmly on the ground.

This scene was truly perplexing. Neph hadn't seen this "Pale Hand" for a long time, and not only Neph, but also the other two Demigod who originally belonged to the "Artificial Death God Faction" within the "Numinous Episcopate."

Of course, not seeing each other doesn't mean being out of touch; Neph is still responding to prayers, but she rarely interacts with people in her original form anymore.

According to her understanding of the current situation, Patrick Blaine, the Demigod of the "Artificial Death God Faction" residing in Backlund, has followed her orders to gather his local members and, as followers of the "Winter Goddess," cooperate with the Church of Evernight to handle extraordinary events.

In addition, Palenque Tasibu and another Saint residing in the Southern Continent each dispatched a small group of people to Backlund.

The remaining members scattered across various locations, including those remaining at the Southern Continent headquarters, also maintained contact with the Church of Evernight and came to the forefront.

Palenque Tasibu promoted the "Winter Goddess" as the true face of Death God, suggesting that the former Death God, in a state of impaired consciousness, would instinctively respond, but due to layers of obstruction and concealment, his followers misunderstood the image of "Death God."

Now, Death God has awakened from its long slumber, regained its memories, and naturally begins to appear in its true form.

Neph examined the claims and, confirming that the propaganda did not offend any other God besides the Grim Death God who was already in eternal slumber, she dropped the matter, allowing him to recruit other Death God followers under the banner of the Church of Evernight.

The Evernight Goddess also supported this scene, or at least did not oppose it— Neph had warned Palenque Tasibu and other Demigod that they restrained their missionaries, always targeting only their original followers of Death God.

Logically speaking, such actions should have no impact on Mr. Azik. This son of Death God had little filial piety towards his Father God, and of course, wouldn't care if someone stole his father's followers—unlike Amon, who could truly tear apart converts and preachers alike.

But Mr. Azik appeared right there. Neph sensed Palenque Tasibu's urgent, almost desperate cry for help, so without explaining anything to Klein, she simply appeared. Looking at Mr. Azik, who seemed to have no intention of attacking, Neph frowned, puzzled.

"... Mr. Azik, this is not proper etiquette for Visit."

"I understand," Azik replied. "I acted rashly in a moment of panic. If this gentleman doesn't mind, I'm willing to make amends to him later."

Neph looked at Palenque Tasibu, her eyes questioning.

Palenque Tasibu changed the direction of his kneeling posture and respectfully replied, "Your will is my will!"

Neph raised a hand to her forehead, signaling him to leave.

Mr. Azik remained silent throughout until Neph turned back to face him, her brows slightly furrowed, at which point he explained his purpose:

"You should know that once I collect items and information that trigger my memories, I fall into a deep sleep. When I wake up, I will regain some of my power and memories."

"... Enlake's arrival was inevitable, but I told him that I had no choice but to write back to him. I checked Enlake's letter, and this time I woke up."

>p/<. "Is it possible to understand why you're not Funa?" "Is it possible to find someone you don't believe Enlake?"

>p/<: Daoda shook his head, Mr. Kezia

>p/<. The night has fallen, and the 'spirit group' of the 'God-created-man' sect has already gathered you, I tell you in the letter to Enlake."

>p/<". Use more and more, faster and more convenient to find, making him more trustworthy than "

>p/<: After the road opened, a few seconds later, I pondered and pondered... I know I am, but, where is Enlake, Chu Qing, not really, it's not true, it's not true, it's not true, it's not true, it's not true, it's not true, it's not true, it's not true.

>p/<. The ceremony was prepared for the promotion and the 'Wolf Demon's Wish' was being hunted in front of them, with no major obstacles and other obstacles.

>p/<"... not passing"

>p/<"? Where do I go with you...?" She paused, lost in thought.

>p/<. His brows furrowed slightly. "What do you want me to do?"

>p/<". Here I am putting one, the key to three shared tombs of Green": said laughing head sideways Funa

>p/<. A dark ring appeared on her fingertip, and she raised her hand.

>p/<". You are the person who is right... to give back to the copper coin that Enlake gave you a: said again she continued

>p/<: The question was only because he had guessed that he could have made all the similar guesses, but he had not heard of any other statements, and nodded slightly.

"Sit there, let's go together, you and I want you."

"Mausoleum?"

"Yes." Neph nodded.

Azik fell silent.

He had gained sufficient understanding of his past; aside from his identity as the "Death Archon," his past lives were gradually awakening in his memory. These cycles of the past caused him immense Affliction, leading him to ask:

"Where can I end my current Affliction?"

"I can't give you an answer," Neph shook her head, "And in fact, this invitation... is probably not something I can decide on my own."

After the "True Creator" Grazing the Uniqueness of "Death God," the Ring returned to her in a twist of fate. Neph still couldn't ascertain what this meant; it was as if she could simply take the Copper Whistle, lure Mr. Azik into the Mausoleum, and then what?

The "Artificial God of Death" being Grazing needs Uniqueness as its foundation. To obtain Uniqueness, she inevitably needs the "True Creator" to untangle the Grazing. But if she doesn't intend to obtain Uniqueness, what's the point of opening the Mausoleum?

>p/<? The spread of God's will allows for a more relaxed and unburdened "true creation of the Lord's things"...

>p/<: Hesitantly, she opened her mouth, then looked at the painting on her chest, her hand raised in confusion.

>p/<... To be honest, those memories of people from the past that have faded or even disappeared from your memory, I might try to erase some of them."

>p/<". How can I be sure that this method is not effective? 'Psychological medicine' is not my approach, Mr. Kezi.