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"You finally met Klein?"
Edward set down his chicken sandwich and newspaper and said incredulously, "You actually still remembered that?"
"How can you say that?" His other half had long since grown accustomed to accusations, and took pride in them. "Other things do distract me, but I don't forget what I'm supposed to do. By the way, I've done some archaeological excavation and research on the ancient city-state civilizations that worshipped the Phoenix in the Forsaken Land of the Gods. Would it be convenient to send these books I've just written and my archaeological records to the Demon of Knowledge?"
"..."
Considering that visiting the Forsaken Land of the Gods was neither convenient nor desirable, Edward chose to endure it. "Give me the data and information. Tell me, now that you've met Klein, what are you planning to do next?"
"I'm chatting with him right now."
In his mind, his other half's voice paused-even though they were communicating through spiritual thought, the other party still dutifully simulated having his train of thought interrupted. "Speaking of which, sorry for the trouble, but there's something I'd like you to ask the Demon of Knowledge. I'd like to know whether, from his perspective, there were any changes to the seal dividing Eurasia on the night two days ago."
Edward was distracted. He saw two furtive Hunters approach the distant riverside, choose a secluded spot in the shadows, set down stools and buckets, then organize their fishing tackle and expertly begin chumming the water. They seemed intent on wasting an entire morning beneath the bridge. Thus, it took him a moment to react before he asked:
"Klein caused a change in the seal?"
"A slight one. From where I was at the time, it showed signs of opening."
His other half handled both