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I hope it won't be necessary… Thinking of Klein's slumber at the end of the original novel, and that decade-long dream, Lin Ruo couldn't help but sigh in his heart.
However, while he hoped Klein wouldn't suffer the same fate as in the original novel, Lin Ruo was still happy to see the birth of the special gold coins themselves.
Firstly, it's better to be prepared; secondly, considering the uniqueness of the special gold coins, Lin Ruo guessed that these coins might not only have the function of pulling people into Klein's dream, but perhaps also some other wonderful uses.
Thirdly, madness is an underlying rule of the Mysteries World. As the future Lord of the Mysteries, even if Klein doesn't fall into slumber to resist Celestial Worthy like in the original novel, he might still encounter similar predicaments where he needs to resist madness and maintain his humanity. With the special gold coins, it's equivalent to having an extra glimmer of life.
"After all, a teacher can't protect you forever. I'm not even sure about my own future, and young eagles always have to fly on their own…"
Lin Ruo muttered in his heart. Seeing Klein sign a formal messenger contract with Reinette Tinekerr, he smiled and said, "Reinette, is the agreement to meet in Backlund in March still valid?"
He and Young Miss Coconut Tree had originally agreed to meet in Backlund in March. Now, because Klein summoned the messenger early, his meeting with Young Miss Coconut Tree was also brought forward. Naturally, he was curious if that agreement was still valid.
"Agreement…" "Continue…" "March…" "Something."
The four heads held by Reinette Tinekerr spoke in turn, and before Lin Ruo could speak, they continued:
"Cannot…" "Tell…" "You…" "In advance."
Lin Ruo, who was about to ask what was happening in March: …
Alright, then.
But what could happen in March? It doesn't seem like there's anything major during that period, right?
Lin Ruo thought for a moment and, remembering the very timely cross that had been delivered to his hand, couldn't help but purse his lips.
Perhaps, it was another one of his past arrangements.
"Then you don't need to tell me. See you in Backlund in March!" Thinking this, Lin Ruo also smiled and said:
"By the way, Reinette, do you have any information on the members of the Rose School of Thought's Indulgence Faction? If we're going to help you get revenge, even if we don't act now, we should at least understand the enemy's background in advance."
"I have…" "Information…" "Will give…" "You later."
Reinette Tinekerr naturally had information on the Indulgence Faction. After all, until the change occurred, she was still one of the leaders of the Rose School of Thought, and not much time had passed since then—Sharron and Maric had only fled to Backlund to escape pursuit about half a year ago.
In such a short time, there might be changes among the mid-to-low Sequence members within the Rose School of Thought, but the possibility of changes at the high Sequence level is truly small.
So, the information Reinette Tinekerr currently has is still very reliable, and she doesn't mind sharing it with Lin Ruo and Klein, as she would have to do so eventually.
"Just give the information to Klein directly later, I'll ask him for it." Lin Ruo said with a smile, having obtained a piece of intelligence for free. He then continued, "Regarding your current state, is there anything we can help you with?"
"Temporarily…" "No…" "Later…" "We'll see."
The four heads held by Reinette Tinekerr spoke in turn.
Lin Ruo was naturally not surprised by this result. He then chatted with Reinette Tinekerr about Sharron and Maric for a few more sentences. After finishing that topic, looking at Young Miss Coconut Tree with her four heads, Lin Ruo was uncharacteristically at a loss for what to talk about next.
Talk about Mother Tree of Desire? Klein was still nearby.
Talk about the Chained God? Wouldn't that be poking at her sore spot?
Chat about everyday things? Their relationship wasn't at that level, and Young Miss Coconut Tree's state wasn't suitable for such conversation.
The crucial point was that Lin Ruo was actually a bit awkward right now. He genuinely couldn't recall any memories of Reinette Tinekerr, and his instinctive reactions weren't strong. Clearly, while Reinette Tinekerr was a friend of his in the past, she hadn't reached the level of Little Red or the Great Serpent. Now that they met, there was indeed a somewhat awkward feeling.
Too distant, not good; too close, also not good.
But Lin Ruo was Lin Ruo after all, that social butterfly. So, after only a second of pause, he said nonchalantly:
"Next, we plan to make some arrangements targeting Admiral of Blood. At the right time, there's a certain chance it will attract the Abomination. If the timing is right, I will directly launch an encirclement campaign against the Abomination. While we may not be able to take the Abomination down, we will at least deliver a heavy blow."
"Pay attention…" "To safety…" "I'm not…" "In a hurry."
Reinette Tinekerr was visibly stunned, then the four heads she held nodded simultaneously.
"Don't worry, if I really choose to encircle the Abomination, it will definitely be when I'm confident. And if the Abomination doesn't take the bait, I don't think I can encircle the Abomination anyway."
Lin Ruo smiled. He looked up at the distant sky, then seemed to remember something and said:
"It's getting late. Klein and I need to return to White Agate to avoid being discovered missing. Let's end our chat here today. Your current state isn't suitable for staying in the real world for too long."
"Okay…" "Goodbye…" "If anything…" "Call me."
Reinette Tinekerr's four heads all nodded.
Seeing this, Klein also quickly dismissed the messenger. After Reinette Tinekerr disappeared, he looked at Lin Ruo, his expression subtle, and said, "Are you really planning to encircle the Abomination?"
"That depends on whether that the Abomination comes looking for trouble with us." Lin Ruo smiled. He looked at Klein and said, "Do you know why I supported you in accepting Reinette Tinekerr's investment?"
"Because…" Klein was stunned for a moment, but he had clearly thought about this before and immediately replied, "We are actually naturally on the same united front."
"Yes, behind the Rose School of Thought is the evil god Mother Tree of Desire. That evil god also covets the gray fog, making her your natural enemy." She is also the enemy of the entire Earth Alliance, and one of your biggest enemies after you become the Lord of the Mysteries.
Lin Ruo added in his heart. Since he couldn't tell Klein about the Outer Deities, he naturally used the public's definition of Mother Tree of Desire, "evil god."
"So the Rose School of Thought and us are naturally in opposition. Even if we don't accept Reinette Tinekerr's investment, we will still confront them, and even suffer attacks from the Abomination. Since that's the case, it's certainly most cost-effective to accept such an ally."
As for the encirclement of the Abomination Suah, he also said it would be when the time was right, and… Lin Ruo's eyes slightly chilled, but the corners of his mouth curved up.
Sequence 1 is indeed very strong, but he is not without cards to play.
When the necessary moment truly arrives, killing the Abomination Suah is equivalent to reducing one enemy while adding one Sequence 1 to one's own side, which is a very cost-effective deal.
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