Klein perfectly understood why Miss Justice was looking at him. She, who was aware of the Lanerus incident, must have thought that he had many open and hidden conflicts with the True Creator, and it was only natural for him to possess corresponding items, possibly even a considerable number.
From a logical standpoint, there was nothing wrong with her thoughts. In fact, having dealt with the True Creator several times, I too indeed possess items that fit the description... Klein sighed inwardly.
Whether or not to help Little Sun was not a question for him. The Forsaken Land of the Gods, where the City of Silver was located, was teeming with monsters, allowing him to gather many Beyonder materials that had become quite rare on the Northern and Southern Continents. Moreover, their history had never been interrupted, nor had it been distorted by any deity or church, presenting the stories and secrets of the Great Cataclysm most intuitively, containing a wealth of highly valuable knowledge. Whether from the standpoint of the leader of the Tarot Club or simply considering his own interests, as long as there was even a sliver of hope, Klein had no intention of abandoning Little Sun or abandoning the City of Silver.
However, some words were not suitable for Mr. Fool to say.
Just as Justice Audrey was looking at Mr. Fool, shrouded in thick gray fog, with expectant eyes, the previously silent World spoke up:
"I have an item that contains the spiritual pollution of the True Creator."
He was referring to the All-Black Eye left behind by the Marionettist Rosago.
"An item containing the spiritual pollution of the True Creator?" The Hanged Man Alger pondered as he organized his words, "This might be able to help the Sun. The exploration team members, whose thoughts and views have already been twisted, will likely undergo an immediate mutation the moment they sense the True Creator's spirit nearby."
The World looked at the Sun and let out a hoarse laugh:
"Little fellow, I can lend you that item, but what can you offer in return?"
Seeing hope, Derrick the Sun's mind raced. He immediately recalled what had happened during the previous gathering and quickly said:
"I can help you gather the characteristics of the Human Skin Shadow, the mutated pituitary gland of a Faceless Hunter, and some blood from a Faceless Hunter. I will also try to find a way to remove the spiritual pollution of the Loony from items. Whichever I obtain first will serve as the payment."
Among these, the Human Skin Shadow was relatively easier to encounter and was one of the more terrifying types of monsters deep within the darkness.
At this moment, Derrick wasn't considering whether the value was equivalent. Although lending a True Creator-contaminated item would normally not be worth the conditions he proposed, in this situation, no matter how high a price the other party named, he would grit his teeth and accept it. So, it was better to proactively show sincerity.
The World gently nodded:
"Very well. I will ask Mr. Fool for his help and lend it to you."
As he spoke, he materialized the form of the All-Black Eye and added:
"It is equivalent to a Sequence 5 Beyonder. If you lose it, you must compensate. Also, once this matter is finished, return it to me immediately."
These were the words Klein couldn't say as the Fool. As a dignified deity-level secret existence, if he kept talking about 'compensation' and 'remember to return it,' his status would plummet from the high heavens to the ground.
Furthermore, Klein also considered future hidden dangers. Items like the All-Black Eye were of a type he had used in the real world. If he later brought in new members who were aware of this, they could confirm certain things from this. Therefore, Sherlock Moriarty being equivalent to the World was significantly better than Sherlock Moriarty being equivalent to the Fool.
If one's strength doesn't match their status, they can only act cautiously, as if treading on thin ice, or standing on the edge of the abyss... The Fool, Klein, let out a silent sigh.
Seeing that Mr. Fool hadn't rejected the World's request or pointed out any problems with the transaction, Derrick sighed in relief and quickly agreed to all the requirements.
At the same time, Justice Audrey sincerely felt happy for Little Sun.
The Hanged Man Alger thought for a moment, slowly let out a breath, and carefully said to the Sun:
"Don't be too optimistic. You must handle the specifics carefully. First, choose the timing so you don't put yourself in danger. Ideally, there should be only one exploration team member present, and many other residents of the City of Silver should be far away, or they should be imprisoned or sealed... You need to use a spiritual wall to seal the container holding that item in advance, so that it can't be directly sensed. Only then can you keep the progress of the matter in your own hands... Also, you must consider how to hide the item afterward. The Six-man Council must not discover it, otherwise, you won't be able to clear yourself of suspicion..."
If such a gullible guy died, it would be difficult for me to continue getting information about the Forsaken Land of the Gods and the secrets of the ancient eras... The Hanged Man didn't see any problem with his help.
Under his guidance, Derrick the Sun gradually formed a complete plan and clarified several key points to pay attention to.
"Thank you, Mr. Hanged Man, thank you, thank you all." He sincerely expressed his gratitude to the members of the Tarot Club, giving Justice Audrey a sense of satisfaction from doing a good deed.
With the Sun's matter settled for the time being, the Magician, Fors, who had witnessed the entire process, suddenly had an idea.
She tossed her slightly wavy hair and said:
"I want to know which family the Apprentice pathway belongs to? I'm willing to exchange one of the chapters from *Chronicles of the Spirit World*. Although it's considered the ravings of a visionary, based on my experiences entering and leaving the Spirit World several times, it contains many accurate descriptions."