Two Sequence 5 Beyonder characteristics just put up for sale? Hmm... this should be the remnant of those "herded" by that "Saint of Shadows"...
Cattleya the "Hermit," whose scalp was tingling from the shocking revelation that "The Sun" came from the "Land of Abandoned Gods," couldn't help but feel a subtle sense of empathy, as she herself was only a Sequence 5.
She remained silent for a few seconds before looking at "The Tower" and saying at a deliberate pace:
"I'll take the 'Mysticism Magister' for 10,000 pounds, or 15,000 Fels, or equivalent in gold coins."
She had noticed that previous transactions used Loen pounds, but considering "The Tower" might be an Intis native, she also offered the Intis Fels option.
"Deal," Ebner didn't haggle. With the century-long assets of three "Desire Apostles" under his command, he finally had as much confidence as Miss Justice.
Of course, transferring those three individuals' assets legally and discreetly to his name would still take some time.
"I need a few days to raise the funds, is that alright?" Cattleya the "Hermit" was originally waiting for "The Tower" to raise the price, as she had only offered the base price. Characteristics at the Sequence 5 level often had demand but no supply, so a premium was normal.
But she never expected him to agree to the transaction without hesitation...
Is "The Tower" that great banker from Intis? Cattleya the "Hermit" couldn't help but make wild guesses.
"That's fine... if no one else bids," Ebner said, glancing around the long table and nodding.
At this moment, Klein, manipulating "The World," spoke in a hoarse voice: "I have a friend who might be interested in the 'Demoness of Affliction' characteristic. Could it be held for a while?"
The "friend" he referred to was Lina, the "Demoness of Pleasure" who had recited "The Fool's" honorific name and was currently living in seclusion with Prince Edessak in Dacey Bay.
According to Klein's plan, the identity of Dwayne Dantès he fabricated for Captain Dunn was, on the surface, a mysterious wealthy man from Dacey Bay who worshipped the Evernight Goddess. He had sold his original land and mines, preparing to seek new opportunities in Backlund, and had some interest in gaining a title through donations, but lacked the substantial financial resources, so he first considered expanding his network and making financial investments.
Klein's current abilities couldn't perfectly fabricate this resume, so he wanted to entrust Lina, a "Demoness" who already had good connections in various places, to complete it.
Although this was "The Fool's" mission, a deity who adhered to "Equivalent Exchange" couldn't go without compensation, and a "Demoness of Affliction" characteristic with a 20% discount was clearly a good reward...
Of course, Klein would also supervise Lina afterward. If she ever did anything out of line for the sake of her role-play, divine punishment would descend.
"A Demoness friend?" Hearing his words, others immediately turned their heads, instantly recalling the story of the adventurer and "Vice Admiral of Ailment" from last week's Tarot Club...
Apart from Ebner, only Sharon the "Temperance" kept her gaze straight. She had heard the full story from Sherlock beforehand.
As for Ebner, he naturally trusted "The World's" character and vaguely guessed who Klein intended to buy it for, so he nodded and smiled: "I probably won't sell it or craft it into an item within this month."
"Thank you," "The World" Klein ignored the others' probing gazes, appearing completely unconcerned.
Seeing that the transactions between Mr. Tower, Mr. World, and Madam Hermit had been concluded in just a few words, "Justice" Audrey instinctively felt she should also buy something.
In another week or two, I'll contact the "Psychological Alchemists" members in East Chester County, inform them that I've become a "Psychologist," and exchange contributions for subsequent potion formulas. There's no need to request anything here for now... Once I know which materials are needed, I'll ask everyone for help... I can't buy any more magical items for now; one has already been reimbursed... Acquiring such rare items too frequently itself could raise many questions...
But ever since that fortunate day I entered the collective subconscious ocean and met that lady whose face was unclear, I haven't succeeded again... Perhaps I should buy a charm or a one-time item to increase my success rate?
Audrey's thoughts raced, and she formed an idea.
She half-turned her body, looked at "The Tower" across the bronze long table, and said:
"Mr. Tower, do you have a method or item to increase a 'Psychologist's' success rate in entering the collective subconscious ocean?
"For example, a charm or one of your accessories with an eight-month validity period... Hmm, if there's a ritualistic magic or 'secret technique' I can learn, that would also work."
These kinds of things shouldn't cost more than 3,000 pounds; my pocket money will be enough to buy them... she silently added in her mind.
Although solidifying the "Dream Traversing" ability into a charm or item isn't difficult... for something that helps me role-play as a "Mysticism Magister," a secret technique is naturally the most suitable...
Even if such a secret technique doesn't exist yet, I can "develop" it quickly! After all, possessing the "Bone Dragon," I know the collective subconscious ocean very well.
Thinking this, Ebner deliberated and said, "I can provide a 'secret technique' that can be used with a 'charm'..."
"Okay, how much will your secret technique cost?" "Justice" Audrey asked cheerfully.
"Shouldn't we exchange it for the 'mysticism question' I owe you?" Ebner counter-asked.
"Let's save that question..." "Justice" Audrey smiled elegantly, thinking to herself: Problems that can be solved with money don't require wasting an opportunity to "ask a question."
"We'll talk about it once you've learned it... And this secret technique needs some adjustments based on your situation... It'll probably be close to the weekend before Mr. Fool can give you the finished product," Ebner replied after some thought.
"No problem." Audrey wasn't in a hurry, as she hadn't yet found any records in local literature about the amnesiac lady in the "cave."
With the completion of this transaction, the palace, like a giant's abode, fell silent for about ten seconds.
Without Mr. Fool's reminder, "Justice," "The Tower," "The Sun," and others knew it was time for free exchange.
Only Madam Hermit remained in observation mode, somewhat perplexed.
"Justice" Audrey looked around, beginning to ponder whether to ask about her previous exploration of the spiritual ocean.
After all, unlike before, there was now Madam Hermit, whose personality she didn't yet understand and wasn't sure if she could trust, which made her hesitate.
After a brief deliberation, she still spoke:
"I've recently been tracing the movements of a Mind Dragon and went to a place with a custom of worshipping dragons."
She omitted the specific location and details that might reveal her identity, only describing her exploration process in detail and specifically mentioning the black-haired lady with an unclear face whom she met in the final crystal cave.
"She told me she was waiting for 'Fortune'..."