Chapter 1801 Remain Vigilant <TOC> Chapter 1803 Balance and Communication
Translator: SumTLMan
Muse looked puzzledly at Apulia and asked, “Why have you come?”
Apulia gave a respectful bow to Muse and said, “My lord, I have something to report. It might offer a clue to unravel the mystery of the Bud.”
Apulia’s expression was calm, but his eyes subtly revealed a mix of suppressed emotion and excitement. His exhilaration was not due to him having thought of a solution, but simply because he was in the presence of Muse.
In his early years, Apulia had benefited greatly from Muse’s kindness. To repay Muse, he settled in Sky Mechanical City and often referred to himself as “Muse’s Follower”. Sadly, Muse spent most of his time deeply engaged in the Research Institute, making this year the first time Apulia has seen the great individual he admired so much, and naturally, he felt a little overwhelmed.
However, at this moment, Muse wasn’t observing Apulia’s subtle expressions; he was fully engrossed in his words, “Uncover the secrets of the Bud? What do you mean?”
Apulia explained, “The commonly used prophecy spells cannot break through the constraints of the Mysterious Object. As such, I’m unable to investigate the Bud or the situation regarding the Bud Cult.”
Muse was well-aware of this limitation. Prophecy spells, while appearing invincible, are in reality easily influenced. Moreover, destiny isn’t fixed, and the future is ever-changing; prophecy is not all-powerful.
A Mysterious Object can indeed interfere with the outcomes of a prophecy spell.
“However, just because I can’t use prophecy doesn’t mean prophecy is entirely useless,” continued Apulia. “What if this prophecy spell originates from the mystery itself?”
“Using the mysterious to counter the mysterious,” Muse mused, unconsciously twirling his folding fan. Suddenly, as if struck by a realization, he inquired, “Are you referring to the Mystery of Starlight?”
Apulia nodded, confirming, “Exactly, I’m speaking of the Mystery of Starlight.”
Muse took a moment to consider the time. The Mystery of Starlight was soon to unveil its secrets. By utilizing the Mystery of Starlight, there’s indeed a chance of uncovering clues related to the followers of the Bud Cult.
At this moment, Rosen added, “This is the very reason I came to the signal tower. I want to contact La Pluie.”
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Elsewhere, within a steam train’s VIP compartment.
“The Mystery of Starlight?”
Upon hearing the message relayed from Muse’s end, Angel seemed to be struck by a realization.
The core of the second message Muse conveyed through the mini signal tower was about this very Mystery of Starlight.
The Mystery of Starlight is a Mysterious Object of the Crown Star Church. It can reflect the future skies and, through the art of astrology, offer guidance derived from the star maps.
Angel was no stranger to this Mysterious Object. When Frost had been educating him about such mysterious items, he had touched upon several renowned artifacts from the Southern Region. Among these artifacts, even when placed in the Source World, were considered exceptionally rare and top-rank.
Two such objects were the Endless Corridor of Sky Mechanical City and the Mystery of Starlight from the Crown Star Church.
For the vast majority of extraordinary beings, the Mystery of Starlight holds little value. However, for prophecy wizards, it’s the most congruent and powerful entity. While in the Abyss, Angel recalled Madeline mentioning that the Mystery of Starlight is similar to the —Book of Truth— for prophecy wizards, underscoring its significance.
The Mystery of Starlight can pierce through layers of obscurity to seek the truth of matters, pursue genuine answers, and glimpse the secrets of the future.
Even when there is mysterious intervention or the concealment by alchemy, even when the subject of the prophecy can already perceive the Web of Fate, the Mystery of Starlight possesses such a deft touch that it can subtly veil these elements. Almost imperceptibly, it allows the truth to emerge to the surface, much like the old saying, “still waters run deep.”
Such a powerful Mystery Object, naturally, has its limits. After utilizing the Mystery of Starlight, a six-month period is needed for it to recharge, to once again unveil the future constellations.
Because of this, the Crown Star Church holds the “Star Observing Day” only once every six months. They invite prophecy wizards scattered across various locations to gather in the Shining Plane and activate the Mystery of Starlight.
Gloria remarked, “The next Star Observing Day is in half a month. Muse was not wrong in saying that the Mystery of Starlight indeed has a chance to foretell matters related to the Bud. Perhaps, in the end, we can not only learn of the Bud’s strategies in the Southern Region but also take this opportunity to see if the Bud Cult has any plans against you and whether they intend to use the Arrow of the Vanquished.”
“However, each prophecy wizard sees a different prophecy on Star Observing Day. Sometimes they might not gain any insights, especially when it comes to a specific, directed prophecy.”
“But no matter what, this is still a path worth considering.”
Gloria paused for a moment, then turned to Angel, “If you want a prophecy about your situation, you’ll need to find a prophecy wizard to attend the Star Observing Day. With your personal circumstances in mind, they will seek answers in the Mystery of Starlight.”
Gloria pondered, wondering if there was any prophecy wizard who would go out of their way to help Angel find the answers.
At this juncture, Sanders chimed in, “Although Muse seemed to be informing Angel about this, in reality, he wanted to use Angel as a conduit to relay this information to Maya.”
Maya is currently the only prophecy witch in the Savage Grottoes. Only she has the qualifications to go to the Crown Star Church and assist Angel in predicting the future path.
Gloria inquired, “Will Maya agree?”
“She probably will,” Sanders responded. Even if Maya hesitated, Rhine Mute would urge her to do so, as this concerns the safety of Angel after all.
Sanders remarked, “However, whether one can obtain answers from the Mystery of Starlight is a different matter altogether.”
The rank of the Mystery of Starlight is so elevated that even the current head of the Crown Star Church——La Pluie, isn’t certain about obtaining specific insights, let alone anyone else.
As Sanders and Gloria were conversing, an image of Totoro surfaced in Angel’s mind.
Totoro’s gift of prophecy is incredibly ominous; perhaps he might possess some information.
Thump, thump, thump——
A sudden noise made everyone cease their conversation. Instinctively, Angel turned his gaze towards the signal tower, assuming that Muse had sent another message. However, this time, it was the distinct sound of knocking.
“Esteemed passengers, the train will soon arrive at the Ephesus Might Station…”
Five minutes later, Angel and the rest disembarked from the steam train, among them was Azaz——when the mini signal tower had previously sounded, Sanders had placed Azaz inside the Gravity Garden and only now had he been released.
The vicinity of the station they were at was surrounded by vast farmlands. Due to its bordering plateau, the crops planted were a unique kind of cold-resistant produce. Under the afternoon sun, the golden fields appeared as a shimmering golden sea.
Gloria took a deep breath of the cool air and commented, “It seems I can already smell the scent of the Tundra Rock Sheep.”
Angel replied, “Didn’t you just eat some on the train? Besides, the steam train just left; all I can smell is the scent of coal smoke.”
Facing Angel’s playful tease, Gloria responded with a hint of annoyance, “What I ate earlier was of inferior quality. My visit to Shepherd City this time is to collect the finest quality rock sheep meat. I can smell it; over there, there’s the scent of some top-grade rock sheep.”
With that, Gloria patted Azaz on the shoulder, saying, “Come with me.”
Without waiting for Angel and Sanders, Gloria headed directly towards the other end of the field.
At this time, Sanders also began moving, but he headed in the direction of Shepherd City’s urban area.
“Do we not wait for them?”
Sanders replied, “No need to bother about them. Gloria knows where to find Sridhar.”
Chapter 1801 Remain Vigilant <TOC> Chapter 1803 Balance and Communication