Mystery: From the Shadow World

Chapter 89 Plan
"You're too happy too early." Philip took off his wig and breathed a sigh of relief. He avoided the other person's sight and said casually:
"The reason I took the risk and came here is simply because this place has some special meaning to me, and I feel a little guilty about it. Of course, if the moment of danger really came and there was no hope at all, I would flee immediately."

Then, without waiting for Klein's reply, he turned to Azik and said, "Mr. Azik, facing the person we all know, what should we do now?"

When waiting for Klein earlier, Azik took the initiative to reveal his secret after confirming that he really wanted to take the risk to help here, so the three of them were now on the same front.

Azik's lips curled up slightly, and he shook his head. "That's a good idea, but it's useless against 0-08. Every plan we discuss here will be recorded by it."

Hiss. Philip now had a deeper understanding of the horror of this level 0 seal, and he temporarily gave up the idea of what he was about to say.

The scene suddenly fell silent until Klein broke the atmosphere: "Ince Zangwill should live in the house with the dark red chimney, but I've searched for a long time and haven't found anything."

He then ran out
"This is normal."

Azik explained calmly, "This behavior has been recorded. So even if the mastermind doesn't relocate, they can easily send you to the wrong area every time for inspection. This alone can delay you for a long time."

So that's how it is. After his only clue was lost, Klein, who had just been promoted to Sequence 8 'Joker', was completely helpless and could only pin his hopes on Philip and Azik.

After a few seconds, Philip asked:
"Mr. Azik, you said earlier that you roughly knew what that guy's goal was. Could you please tell me? Just tell me. We won't discuss it for now."

Upon hearing this, Azik calmly raised his hand to his forehead, his bronze skin illuminated by the warm gaslight. "After learning the term Beyonder, some knowledge about series and paths began to emerge in my mind."

"That guy named Ince Zangwill should be aiming to become a Sequence 4 Demigod, but I'm not sure which path he's aiming for."

"What?" Klein and Philip expressed confusion at the same time, seemingly completely confused by what was said. The confusion in their eyes prompted Azik to quickly add:
"This seems to be some key knowledge. Among the 22 divine paths, except for 'Monster', all other paths have adjacent paths. You can choose to advance through adjacent paths when you advance to demigod."

Philip quickly thought of the extraordinary characteristics of the two "criminal" pathways in the shadow world. He suddenly understood something, but quickly suppressed it in his heart. Then he pinched his chin and thought carefully.

The ability of 0-08 is too troublesome. It not only has the effect of guiding destiny, but according to Mr. Azik's description, any information worthy of the holder's attention within a certain range will also be recorded. This is equivalent to a half-God's perspective, and it is completely impossible to fight when the enemy is in the dark and we are in the light.

Wait, if, if I think of a countermeasure in the shadow world, write down the relevant countermeasures, and then give myself a psychological hint to forget these memories, and just follow the steps I left behind, then Philip suddenly discovered a blind spot. He immediately stood up and said to the two of them:

"Wait a minute, I'm going to the bathroom."

what?
Upon hearing this, Klein blinked reflexively. He watched Philip walk almost silently into the bathroom on the first floor. He suddenly had a strange illusion that the other party was going to seek his help.

You must not do this kind of thing.
He prayed helplessly in his heart.

Click.

After locking the bedroom door, Philip, who was about to try to enter the shadow world, suddenly touched his forehead. An idea suddenly flashed in his mind, and he thought of a way that was better than not trying at all:
Ask Mr. Fool for help. Even though he now seems to be the culprit who caused him to travel through time and is secretly planning something, there is no harm in asking for help in Philip's current crisis.

Maybe I can really get some help, or even have a big brother parachute in to take care of Ins in no time and help me pass the level?
Furthermore, if I encounter this situation, not seeking help from the Fool might arouse his suspicion, which could make my situation even worse.
I didn't expect that my condition could still get better. Philip pulled the corner of his mouth and smiled self-deprecatingly, then closed his eyes and took a few deep breaths, letting his expression return to piety and tranquility.

"A fool who does not belong to this era."

"The mysterious master above the gray fog."

"The King of Yellow and Black who controls good luck."

“I pray for your help”

On the sofa in the living room.

Hearing the illusory layers of prayers ringing in his ears, Klein's expression suddenly became as if he had eaten a fly. Fortunately, it was only a moment, and the expression control ability brought by the "Joker" potion immediately took effect.

However, even so, the speechlessness in his heart did not diminish at all.

After a moment of thought, Klein sighed silently and decided to respond.

After all, Mr. Fool, who used to be able to respond quickly to prayers, suddenly returned to a state where it took a very long time to respond. At that time, it would be much more difficult for him to come up with a reason that could fool Philip, who was also a time traveler, than to lose face a little at this time.

"Cough cough."

He coughed lightly twice, then looked at Azik, touched his stomach, and said with a somewhat apologetic look on his face: "Sorry, Mr. Azik, I have to go to the bathroom too."

Azik was stunned for two seconds. His originally tense features softened with the slight upturn of his lips. He nodded slightly, reminding her, "Try not to eat too much at night. Just a little will be enough."

What to eat? After dealing with Madam Sharon and returning to Blackthorn Security Company, and finishing up the follow-up work, I came straight back. I haven't eaten anything since noon.
Klein felt bitter in his heart, but he put on an awkward smile just right. He then stood up, tiptoed up to the second floor, walked into the bathroom, and walked four steps backwards to reach the top of the gray fog.

Philip's repeated prayers continued, but the weakening tone in his voice made Klein keenly aware that he wanted to end the divination.

In order not to lose face, while the connection was still there, he immediately extended his spiritual power, established a connection with the crimson star that symbolized Philip, and pulled him up into the gray fog space.

(End of this chapter)