Audrey knew that she was being influenced in mind and spirit by some extraordinary force. It was only because of the "Angel's Blessing" provided by Mr. Fool that she had miraculously emerged from that state. Therefore, she decided to reveal a little, lulling the other party into a false sense of security with the exposure of a small secret, concealing the truly crucial matters, and in exchange gaining greater trust.
She did this not because she didn't trust the angel, but because she felt that while she could observe the other party, the other party could also observe her.
Although she had always remained "hidden" in the "shadows," not being treated as a Beyonder, and acting normally wouldn't arouse suspicion, she still preferred to be a bit more cautious with the
Since that was the case, it was better to take this opportunity to "confess," completely dispelling the doubts of some members of the Psychology Alchemists.
— She referred to the earlier event of the angel descending and enveloping her in layers of wings as a "blessing."
Upon hearing Audrey's answer, Isengand and Hamphres both briefly showed expressions of surprise. For a moment, they doubted their own abilities.
Hilbert, however, curled the corners of his mouth into a slight smile, showing no abnormal reaction at all.
He nodded in satisfaction and said in a gentle voice: "Your honesty is commendable.
"Is there anything else you want to say?"
Audrey shook her head, feigning daze.
"No."
Hilbert thought for a moment and asked a few more questions: "At which Beyonder gathering did you buy the 'Spectator' formula? From whom did you buy it? And where did you get the ingredients to concoct the potion?"
Audrey's eyes darted slightly, putting on an expression of recollection.
"That Beyonder gathering must be kept secret.
"I couldn't see what the person selling the 'Spectator' formula looked like, but from his speech and mannerisms, I could tell he was a believer of the
Hearing this, Hilbert nodded gently, as if recalling something.
Audrey continued: "Most of my 'Spectator' potion ingredients were found in my family's treasury. The rest came from exchanges with a few friends."
Two portions of 'Spectator' potion... she silently added to herself.
"Most were found in her own family's treasury..." Hilbert, Isengand, and Hamphres savored those words, momentarily unable to speak.
After a few seconds, Hilbert nodded to Isengand and Hamphres, indicating that he had no more questions.
After receiving the same reply from them, the slight golden tint in his eyes quickly faded, and the vertical pupils in his irises rapidly dissolved.
Hilbert fiddled with the wick of the candle again, causing the flame to flicker.
In the alternating light and shadow of that instant, Audrey discovered that the eerie power affecting her had suddenly vanished.
She restrained her dazed expression, replacing it with one of confusion and inquiry.
"I didn't expect you were already a 'Spectator'." Hilbert let out a light laugh.
"Ah?" Audrey timely displayed her own shock and panic.
Knowing what emotional response a situation should have, and knowing what detailed expressions and body movements an emotional response should entail, was a basic skill of a 'Mind Reader'.
Hilbert said with a smile: "Don't be nervous, we don't mind this. That was just the final test.
"Congratulations, you've passed all the tests. Now, you are an official member of our Psychology Alchemists."
"Well..." Audrey hesitated for a moment, then smiled. "It feels like a dream."
She immediately stood up, lifting her skirt, and curtsied to Hilbert and the others, saying with a bright smile: "We are companions now."
A noble and radiant young lady was so courteous; Isengand and the others immediately felt uncomfortable sitting and stood up simultaneously, returning the greeting.
After both sides sat down again, Hilbert organized his words and said: "Miss Audrey, I will now formally introduce you to the situation of the Psychology Alchemists."
"Alright." Audrey said with a smile. "Just call me by my name."
Hilbert nodded, leaned back in his chair, crossed his right leg, clasped his hands together, and said: "The original Psychology Alchemists was just a seminar for enthusiasts. They all believed that the mind possessed infinite power and infinite wonder.
"Later, this seminar obtained a treasure map and found the ruins left behind by
"Hermes of the Hermes language?" Audrey asked with great interest.
"Correct. He was one of humanity's earliest masters of mysticism. The ancient Hermes language he created has the wonder of directly resonating with the forces of nature. He was active during the dark Second Epoch, when humanity were merely the servants and slaves of giants." Hilbert said, full of reverence.
He let out a gentle sigh and said: "The original members of the Psychology Alchemists found many things in the ruins, discovering that Hermes was a master of mysticism in the domain of the mind. His object of study was the dragons that ruled the skies in the Second Epoch, more precisely, the dragons of the mind race.
"The materials he left behind indicate that the Mind Dragons had advanced very far in this field, achieving a level equivalent to gods."