Chapter 65: Beyonder Information

With a document signed by Dunn, Klein went underground and turned into

the armory.

"Dunn is right. It's time you understand the different Beyonders and the

various secret organizations." Dressed in a black classic robe, Old Neil

read the note without finding it surprising. Instead, he supported the

captain's decision.

He then added immediately with a smile, "After all, you will be heading

to the underground market with me tomorrow night."

"Tomorrow night?" Klein did not conceal his pleasant surprise as he

asked to confirm.

Old Neil nodded and said with a sigh, "I'm a person who can't sleep when

in debt. I always wish to settle them as soon as I can."

*You did not seem to act so previously. You left it to the last moment

before using ritualistic magic to resolve the problem... So, I'm not the

only one suffering from procrastination... Wait, is there a need to

euphemize 'afraid to spend away the money to repay a loan?'*

Klein did not expose Old Neil and instead urged, "Mr. Neil, I'll be

troubling you to retrieve the corresponding information from Chanis

Gate."

There were mostly archaeological and historical documents in the armory.

There were documents involving Beyonders and mysterious organizations,

but few in number. Furthermore, they were mostly basic knowledge.

Old Neil slowly took a sip from his hand-ground coffee and smacked his

lips. He then walked out the armory with the signed and stamped

document. Klein watched the place on his behalf.

About ten minutes later, Old Neil returned with a huge stack of

documents.

"They can only be read in here. They are not to be taken out," he warned

as he placed the information on the desk.

"Alright." Klein gave a firm nod. He extended his hands and quickly

flipped through the pages and did a general read through.

*Very detailed... As expected of the Nighthawks's internal documents...

As expected of a Church with four thousand years history or even

more...* Klein sighed inwardly as he glanced through the

documents.

Not only did the documents introduce the various secret organizations,

it also listed down many of the Sequence pathways. It was very complete.

Some of them only wrote the potion name of the corresponding Sequence

while others only described the Beyonder abilities of the corresponding

Sequence. Some were completely missing and left blank.

While holding back his excitement, Klein found the Sequence pathway that

led from Seer.

He ruffled through the pages and soon found a familiar word.

Then, his delighted expression quickly froze because there was no

corresponding potion name---Sequences 7 and 8---after Seer!

*Thankfully, the abilities of the two following Sequences are

present...* Klein silently exhaled as he calmed his mind and

read the description seriously.

"Sequence 8: Potion name unknown. The corresponding Beyonder is good at

fighting with artifice and very crafty."

*Good at fighting with artifice? This is the next advancement of Seer?

Why does it feel odd... I'm not a hunter... Am I going to become a melee

mage? What does crafty mean? My intelligence is enhanced, making me good

at fooling the enemy?* Klein was stunned. He even suspected that

the Nighthawks's information was wrong.

There were corresponding case studies appended, but he could not find a

reasonable explanation despite reading it repeatedly.

He cast his gaze lower as the description of Sequence 7 entered his

eyes.

"Potion name unknown. The corresponding Beyonder is good at many spells

that can be quickly cast. Fuses one's body's skill and supernatural

powers as one.

That's more like it! This is what an advancement of a Seer

should sound like! Klein heaved a sigh of relief.

After seeing the case studies of Sequence 7, he cast his eyes to the

overall description of the pathway.

"This Sequence pathway was first established by the Solomon Empire's

Zaratul family. During the conflicts of the Fourth Epoch, the family was

not fully destroyed. The family's name was occasionally heard in the

history of the Fifth Epoch... It is suspected to be connected to the

ancient organization, the Secret Order."

Zaratul? Upon seeing this name, Klein's eyes constricted.

He had just seen this name appear in the remnant diary pages of Emperor

Roselle yesterday afternoon!

Roselle's acting came from a reminder by the mysterious figure known as

Zaratul!

*Because of that mysterious Zaratul, Emperor Roselle regretted not

choosing Seer? Therefore, I was indirectly influenced, turning me into a

Seer. It makes acting return to the embrace of the Seer... It feels like

it was all predestined.* Klein knitted his brows and felt that

things were somewhat different.

Just from the logical chain, he did not feel that there was anything

wrong in any aspect. However, in the domain of mysticism, pre-destiny

often manifested things and involved new problems.

*In addition, transmigration is quite a baffling matter... It's just

confusing... And the guy I've possessed tried to commit suicide because

of the lost notebook of the Secret Order...* Klein thought for

quite a while and had many guesses, but lacked the information needed to

prove them.

Phew... After repeatedly reading the information, he finally

suppressed his ideas and read the other records.

He first found the Sailor Sequence and discovered that it indeed

belonged to the Lord of Storms.

For an old opponent that they haven't faced for perhaps more than two to

three thousand years, the Nighthawks's internal records were rather

detailed.

"Sequence 8: Folk of Rage. Ancient name---Guardian of the Storm. The

corresponding Beyonder can release several strikes that exceed ordinary

thresholds when enraged. Their strength and speed are greatly

enhanced... Facing them is like facing a storm...

"Sequence 7: Seafarer. Ancient name---Storm Priest. The corresponding

Beyonder is also a scholar of astronomy and geography. They have an

intuitive grasp of magnetic fields, ocean currents, wind direction, and

clouds... A boat with a Seafarer will never get lost at sea... They are

even more beloved by the oceans and gain enhancements in every aspect at

sea...

"They are friends of water. They can act freely underwater for more than

half an hour... They can cast a limited number of water-related spells.

Some are a result of their own capabilities and some are a bestowment

from the Lord of Storms, for example..."

A Sequence 7 Seafarer is very powerful... Klein nodded while

in deep thought.

He suspected that The Hanged Man was a Guardian of the Storm, if not a

Seafarer. From how he has recently advanced, it was more likely he was

the latter.

This also indicated in a way that The Hanged Man was either a member of

the Mandated Punisher or a pirate who had been secretly absorbed by the

Church of Storms.

Impressive. Impressive... Klein flipped back a few pages and

found the advancement of Spectator. He discovered that the description

was identical to what The Hanged Man had said.

Sequence 9 Spectator was like a Seer. They lacked direct combat means

and could only observe a target to obtain information, gleaning the true

thoughts of the target. By doing so, they could provide subtle

influences and guidance to cause situations to develop in a way they

wish.

Sequence 8 Telepathist was the advancement of Spectator. Their

observation was not only limited to superficial details, but deeper into

one's aura, Ether Body, or other mysterious domains. The combination of

the two allowed a Telepathist to precisely understand a person's

thoughts as though they could read their minds. In front of them, it was

difficult to have any secrets.

Sequence 7's Psychiatrist, which was also known as Psyche Analyst, had

further enhancements above the Sequence 8 foundations. They could begin

directly influencing a target. For instance, they could treat a target's

maniacal problems or alternatively, cause them to turn maniacal and lose

their reason.

"A Beyonder that is very difficult to be noticed..." After reading the

description, Klein made a reasoned judgment.

After understanding the relevant information concerning the Gathering

members, he flipped to the Church of the God of Steam and Machinery.

This was because Emperor Roselle had chosen their Savant Sequence.

"Sequence 9: Savant. The corresponding Beyonder believes that knowledge

is power. They have a rough understanding of the supernatural, but are

more knowledgeable about aqua regia, nitroglycerin, and complicated

bolts and gears. They seem to know everything."

*It is no wonder that Emperor Roselle said that this potion suited him

perfectly, allowing for him to press his advantage to the

fullest...* Klein understood completely as he shifted his eyes

down.

After several case studies, the corresponding Sequence 8 finally

appeared in Klein's vision.

"Archaeologist. They possess a good deal of knowledge about history and

outdoor survival, as well as forbidden knowledge about ruins. They have

a strong enough body and ability to face everything..."

"Sequence 7: Appraiser. They can intuitively understand the powers and

problems of most extraordinary items, and can use them while keeping

danger at its lowest..."

As Klein's security clearance was insufficient, he only had access to

Sequence pathways up to 7. It left him a little frustrated, but there

was no other way around it. He only wished that Backlund would quickly

send over the Sealed Artifact 2-049 to determine if Ray Bieber was a

descendant of the Antigonus family.

That way, he would have a chance of becoming a formal member and obtain

a higher security clearance.

Collecting himself, Klein read the material seriously from cover to

cover. He knew that the sequences following Corpse Collector were

Gravedigger and Spirit Medium. He also knew that there was no

information about the Sequence 8 of the Mystery Pryer path. Not only was

there no name for the potion, but even the description had been left

blank. There was a name for Sequence 7 of that path: Warlock!

Sounds impressive... Klein slowly flipped the page and saw

Apprentice and Marauder which Emperor Roselle had lingering thoughts

for. Their records only reached Sequence 8 and nothing more.

"Sequence 9: Apprentice. Their abilities are rather strange. It can only

be confirmed that this is the originating pathway of a mage. They are

rarely trapped and very difficult to be stopped. They often are able to

escape and pass through obstacles every time...

"Sequence 8: Trickmaster. They wield all kinds of strange but impotent

spells..."

"Sequence 9: Marauder. Difficult to separate these Beyonders from

ordinary bandits or thieves. Perhaps the means available to them are

more impressive, but their goal of stealing riches is not for enjoyment

or survival. It's more like answering a calling..."

"Sequence 8: Swindler. We have also discovered traces of Beyonders in

fraud investigations. They gain enjoyment from swindling..."

*Gain enjoyment from swindling... This is 'acting' in a different form,

isn't it? If I had the choice, I might have chosen

Apprentice...* Klein silently said to himself. Suddenly, he

discovered the corresponding Sequence potion of the culprit of the

Alfalfa tragedy, Tris---Instigator.