OBS Chapter 66 Seeking Purchase
Chapter 66 Seeking Purchase
After processing the information provided by Evan, Audrey raised her second question:
"What are the names of the subsequent potions for 'The Audience'? Where can I find clues about them?"
Alger glanced cautiously at Evan beside him, and seeing that Evan didn't intend to interrupt, he then said:
"I'll answer this question for free, because I'm the one who led you onto this path."
The Sequence 8 of the "Audience" pathway is called "Mind Reader," and Sequence 7 is called "Psychotherapist," also known in ancient times as "Psychoanalyst."
Just as Alger finished speaking and hadn't even caught his breath to continue, he heard Mr. "Power" interrupt from beside him:
"Sequence 6 is called 'Hypnotist,' and Sequence 5 is called 'Dream Walker.'"
Evan's words put Alger in a difficult position again. His plan to cultivate a generous image by giving away information for free was shattered. But he couldn't get angry, so he could only nod haphazardly to show his approval.
As an "audience member," Audrey naturally noticed Alger's displeasure, but still thanked the two who had given her the important information.
The Fool also realized that Evan seemed to be deliberately provoking the Hanged Man's anger, and he was puzzled, because this was not the Evan he knew.
"Is he acting? But do assassins and hunters need to act like this?"
Then Audrey shyly asked the third question she had prepared for the day:
"What would happen if an ordinary animal drank a Sequence 9 potion?"
For a moment, the mysterious palace above the gray fog fell silent. Klein and Alger stared at her in astonishment, while Audrey's face turned even redder and her head was lowered even further.
Only Evan seemed to have anticipated this, remaining calm and composed, leading Audrey to suspect that Mr. "Power" had already discovered Susie's consumption of the potion at the banquet.
"Oh, right, he cut a steak for Susie at the dinner party earlier. Most people wouldn't care about a dog, he must have discovered something."
Finally, Alger explained the concept of extraordinary beings in an ambiguous tone.
After both Audrey, the Lady of Justice, and Alger, the Hanged Man, indicated that they had nothing to discuss, Evan spoke up:
"I'm looking to buy the eggs of the Agate Peacock and all the blood of the Black Abyss Demon Fish. I'll offer 800 pounds for both, or information and materials of equal value."
"I will do my best to collect them for you," Audrey said solemnly.
Whether it was the explanation of the acting method last time or the supplementary information on the names of the potions for the audience this time, she has benefited a lot. Therefore, she is actually grateful to Evan and will do her best to help Evan collect materials.
Although Alger disliked 'Power's' arrogant demeanor, he wouldn't turn down money, so he nodded in agreement, indicating that he would keep an eye out for Evan.
Klein, the Fool, sitting at the head of the table, was somewhat taken aback, because he realized that Evan was preparing for future potions, and the price of these two materials could not possibly be that of Sequence 8 potion materials, so they could only be Sequence 7.
"It seems that Evan has already collected the Hunter and Assassin pathway Sequence 8 potions."
That makes sense. He's joined so many secret organizations and is highly regarded, so getting the next sequence of potions should be easy for him.
The reason he started collecting so early might be partly because he was worried that the relevant materials would be difficult to collect and would take time, or it might be because he wanted to bypass those secret organizations, secretly advance his career, and keep some trump cards for himself.
But this also shows that he's digesting the potion very smoothly; it's only been a few days!
Evan was unaware that Klein had analyzed his situation in his mind. He had originally intended to issue a quest for the two main ingredients of the "Instigator" potion as well.
But considering that the witch cult might come knocking on their door soon, it would be more legitimate to get the potion from them, so they didn't ask again.
As for the 'arsonist' recipe and materials, it's obvious that Deputy Director Jonas wouldn't be short of them. Using merits to get rewards from your boss can also make your boss feel more at ease and trust you more. After all, if a subordinate doesn't rely on his boss for anything, the boss is probably also feeling uneasy.
Klein then proposed to conduct an experiment on the ritual, and Audrey and Alvin were even more deeply disturbed upon hearing the name of the Fool.
Because they clearly understand what the three-part title represents in mysticism—it represents a deity who looks down upon the entire world.
After these exchanges, it was time for members to freely exchange ideas.
As always, Miss Justice Audrey started the conversation by stating that many people within the Kingdom of Rune had already accepted the separation of government and political affairs, and that the relevant bills would soon be voted on in the parliament. Moreover, according to her understanding, the chances of them passing were very high.
As Audrey spoke, she would glance at Evan, seemingly trying to gauge his reaction. To her disappointment, Evan merely raised his chin slightly and made no further comment.
This was clearly unexpected by Alger, because based on his impression of the political scene in Ruen, he felt that this reform, which involved everyone from top to bottom, would definitely not take shape or be put into writing for several years.
Even after a written proposal is formed, it still requires a long period of back-and-forth negotiations, consuming considerable resources, and involving compromises from all parties before it can be finally passed.
Unexpectedly, the reform was implemented in just one week, which made Alger re-examine the role of the 'audience'.
Can the "audience" play such a significant role in driving the situation forward?
He also noticed that when Miss Justice was talking about the reform, she kept looking at Mr. Power beside her, while Mr. Power raised his chin and looked unusually proud. Could this mean that Mr. Power was also strongly pushing for the reform?
This led Alger to constantly assess in his mind what exactly this unpopular "power" was, why it was actively promoting this reform, and why it was able to drive the reform. He also continuously increased the importance he placed on "power".
Seeing that no one had anything to discuss, Klein said:
"If there's nothing else to share, then that's all for today!"
Justice, the Hanged Man, and Power all rose together, bowed, and said:
"We obey your will!"
Klein then severed all ties with Justice and the Hanged Man, leaving only Evan behind, and conjured a letter in his hand, saying:
"This is a letter Klein wrote to you, which he entrusted to me to deliver. Read it now, and then write back!"
Evan respectfully accepted the letter, bowed again, and said:
"Thank you for your kindness."
After saying that, he sat down and opened the letter.