Chapter 111: The Method

Chapter 111: The Method

The method for separating the mental corruption of one who had lost control from a Beyonder characteristic… The Hermit Cattleya glanced at The World and guessed that he was likely holding one or two Beyonder characteristics left behind by those who had lost control. Moreover, one of them was very likely related either to The World’s own advancement, or to the advancement of someone closely connected to him.

This was not hard to deduce. If the Beyonder characteristic were not to be used as the main ingredient of a potion, then whether it contained residual mental corruption from someone who had lost control would not be a key issue. At most, any mystical item made from it would have extremely severe negative effects, equivalent to a Sealed Artifact. Yet even that was not necessarily impossible to use.

Having adjusted his emotions, Klein controlled The World and responded in a hoarse voice, “Write it down and pass it to me.”

At this point, Klein had originally wanted to encourage Little Sun with a few words, praising him as someone who honored his promises. But after considering that The World’s image was gloomy and reserved, the kind of person who would not speak more than necessary without an additional purpose, he hesitated for a moment.

No, there is an additional purpose… If Little Sun maintains his principles as a person, many things will be much easier in the future. To put it simply, he will be easier to fleece… Of course, that also means enduring the harm brought by his straightforward honesty… In Miss Justice, Mr. Hanged Man, and the others’ eyes, The World is an experienced and shrewd Beyonder. He should notice similar issues… As his thoughts rapidly shifted, Klein made The World release a low chuckle.

“You are truly someone who keeps his promises. Your character is worthy of praise.”

The Hanged Man raised an eyebrow and took the initiative to say to The Sun Derrick, “I am also very interested in knowledge of this sort. What can I use to exchange for it?”

His plan was simple: if the price was not high, he would complete the transaction. If it exceeded what he expected, he would give it up. In any case, he did not currently need it.

Derrick, who had just been praised, was still immersed in joy. Hearing this, he thought for two seconds and said with extraordinary sincerity, “Mr. Hanged Man, there is no need. You always gave me advice before and helped me face difficulties. Treat this as my thanks.”

…If The World had been a real person and happened to be drinking water, he definitely would have sprayed everything from his mouth at that moment. Thankfully, he was not drinking water, and he was not a real person. As for The Fool Klein, he had to exhaust his Clown abilities before barely suppressing the changes in his facial expression.

“…” The Hanged Man was briefly at a loss for words. The Sun’s answer had completely exceeded his expectations.

He had spent so many years drifting at sea and experienced many things. His worldview had long ago shifted from black-and-white to predominantly gray. Yet at this moment, for no clear reason, he felt a trace of shame.

“Your character is truly worthy of praise.” Alger swiftly returned to normal and praised Little Sun.

Do not copy my words! Could you not change the phrasing a little… The World swept a glance at The Hanged Man, while The Fool sighed inwardly that seasoned old foxes were all the same.

Stupid donkey! No, worse than a donkey—a stupid sheep! The Moon Emlyn silently slandered The Sun.

Ever since that morning, he had been filled with anticipation for this Tarot Gathering, because he had already successfully advanced to Baron and wanted to find an opportunity to show off in a natural way.

They may not be able to tell, aside from Mr. Fool… The Hanged Man should be able to guess… I need to do something later and let them know I am already a noble Baron… Emlyn listened from the side while thinking.

Justice Audrey was neither jealous nor…