Mystery: When the Fool Meets the Masked Fool

Chapter 153: Cone of Light: "Dedicated to Idrila"

[Pure beauty] does not only refer to appearance. Different people, different lives, and different substances have different definitions of "beauty".

Therefore, pure beauty is more about the heart than the appearance.

"The Knights of Pure Beauty travel freely across the planets, spreading the name of Pure Beauty throughout the universe, letting all beings know of their existence." A knight named Sderot recounted the long-standing pursuit of the Knights of Pure Beauty.

They uphold the ancient spirit of chivalry, and are strict with themselves while spreading purity and beauty.

They stick to their words and actions and never embarrass the pure and beautiful Star God.

Just because you are so beautiful.

"But I met a man with a mirror on my way here. He said that the Pure and Beautiful Star God is dead." Audrey asked.

"The Mirror Viewers... they are on the wrong path. I can feel their determination to defend pure beauty, but people always make mistakes." Dislote shook his head regretfully.

"When I was bleeding and losing consciousness in battle to defend the path of beauty, I have seen His footsteps countless times in my coma. Spreading from under my feet, stretching to the unknown front." The knight named Silver Branch took over the conversation.

"In that old illusion, I kept running. His footprints on the muddy road made me sadder than any cry. And every time, I was just a little closer to seeing His figure."

"Therefore, I firmly believe in His existence and believe that He will come back to us one day."

Audrey felt that she seemed to have a good impression of the group "Pure American Knights", even though they looked... silly.

As Backlund's brightest gem, she had heard countless compliments, but praise that came completely from the heart like this was actually rare.

As a spectator, she could easily see that all the knights' praise was sincere and that their words and actions were not artificial.

This is even more rare.

As expected, compared to the dark and gloomy mirror-viewing man, Audrey was more willing to believe what the pure and beautiful knights said.

Yan is right.

"I understand. Thank you for your explanation." Audrey thanked them sincerely.

Because of the Pure Knight, her favorability towards the Pure Star God Idrila increased sharply.

"Thank you, your understanding is more precious than any treasure." Yinzhi looked very happy.

"Ms. Audrey, I seem to feel that you have already had a bond with Chunmei before you met us." Wil Janna suddenly asked in doubt.

"Me?" Audrey thought for a moment, "Oh, yes."

She suddenly remembered that Mr. Devil had given her a rare item called "Pure Spirit", which was a tooth.

At that time, Mr. Devil seemed to have mentioned that this strange object did not need to be carried with her, and would appear in her hands when she needed it.

Suddenly, she felt as if there was something extra in her hand. She raised her right hand and it was the "pure and beautiful spirit".

"What a beautiful tooth!" Viljana couldn't help but sigh. "It seems to have come from a pure and beautiful knight. I think this is probably the tooth that knight sacrificed while practicing purity. It is so beautiful."

Huh? How did you know that?

"I noticed that there seems to be a blank cone of light on your body. Can you let me see it together with the tooth?" asked the Silver Branch Knight.

"Light cone? Is that it?" Audrey took out the card she got from the Rememberer (?).

"Yes." The Silver Branch Knight took the two items.

In previous conversations, the three knights already knew that Audrey came from a remote planet and knew little about the major forces in the universe.

Therefore, the Silver Branch Knight took the initiative to introduce Audrey: "The light cone is a product of the Flowing Light Memory Court. It preserves power by sealing memories. However, this light cone is slightly different from the normal ones. It seems to come not from [memory], but [mystery]."

The three knights surrounded Audrey and introduced her to her. Klein was extremely envious.

He didn't have such conditions back then.

"mystery?"

"Yes, many times, the manifestation of [Mysterious] destiny will be similar to [Memory]. However, when facing a mysterious destiny walker, their words may need to be carefully considered." Dislote explained.

As expected, I was really cheated.

Audrey felt very relaxed being with the three knights. She temporarily relaxed her facial etiquette and puffed out her cheeks.

"Ms. Audrey, are you willing to believe in the pure and beautiful star god Idlila?" The Silver Branch Knight asked an irrelevant question at this time.

"Um... sorry, I have my own beliefs," Audrey replied.

Although now she herself can no longer tell whether she believes in the Goddess of Night or Mr. Fool.

Yinzhi showed no sign of disappointment. "Being able to firmly believe in one's own faith is also a manifestation of beauty. If that's the case, then I will no longer say things like 'May your faith be pure and beautiful.' It's an insult to noble people."

"However, although I don't believe in Idrila, I am curious about how you feel about Pure Beauty's fate."

"I really like it," Audrey nodded without hesitation. "I've heard others talk about several destinies, but none of them seem to bring me the joy that Chunmei does." Yinzhi looked into Audrey's eyes. After a few seconds, the smile on his face became more sincere. "I've traveled the Milky Way for so long, and I've discussed Chunmei with others countless times. I've encountered "flattery" and "contempt and provocation" too many times. What's rare is the same innocent heart."

"If you use these two items, I may be able to lead you to a pure and beautiful destiny, but conversely, you will most likely lose them. I wonder what you are willing to choose?" Yinzhi raised his left and right hands, holding a tooth and a light cone in each.

"what do you mean?"

"I can imprint a copy of my memories into this cone of light, resonate with this pure and beautiful spirit, and lead you on the path of purity and beauty." The Silver Branch Knight explained.

"I do!" Audrey nodded excitedly.

"In the long crimson night of the universe, my life has been more loyal than that of a child. Now I offer this sincerity to you, and I hope you won't despise it."

The light cone merged with the teeth, and under the illumination of a rose-red light, the light cone completely changed its appearance, and the pattern on it turned into a handsome red-haired knight.

Audrey took over the light cone again. In an instant, the world before her eyes became illusory and hazy. She suddenly realized that she seemed to be about to leave the simulated universe.

She quickly looked up at the three knights in front of her, wanting to explain something.

But she saw that the three knights were looking at her with smiles.

"May you respect your own nobility, defend your own honor, and take your own steps on the path of purity and beauty. May you bring purity and beauty to your world." Dislote smiled and sent his blessing.
After she finished speaking, Audrey disappeared without a trace.

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In the Hall family's luxurious villa in Queens.

Audrey opened her eyes in bed and saw Susie still sleeping soundly in the doghouse in the corner of the room.

Susie's kennel cost nine pounds and fifteen pence, equivalent to several weeks' wages for Klein.

Audrey raised her hand, revealing a cone of light with a red-haired Silver Branch Knight painted on it.

In the painting, a red-haired knight stands with his back to the screen, his head slightly tilted. His long hair flows, a few rose petals interspersed among them. His spear, pointed downward, is slung across his back. Thorns and roses entwine the spear, blooming all around him.

Audrey flipped to the back of the light cone and saw a passage:

Rumor has it that the Knights of the Pure Beauty refuse to believe Idlila's fall. They still roam the universe with unbridled abandon, their power a mystery. Aboard loyal and agile steeds, they sing ancient and beautiful songs, fearlessly wandering from planet to planet, spreading Idlila's name to all beings across the realms. They vow to make the Pure Beauty's fame resound throughout the universe, even until their death.

Five-star Pure Beauty Light Cone: "Dedicated to Idrila"

Under Audrey's gaze, the cone of light in her hand suddenly shattered, turning into starlight that sprinkled onto her body and merged into her body.

She saw a path unfolding before her, a star-like track spreading out from beneath her feet, covered with all kinds of flowers.

Audrey stretched out her hand, and a golden iris flower floated down from the sky and landed in her palm.

In the blink of an eye, she was back in bed.

Susie raised her head and looked at Audrey.

It felt like Audrey seemed to have changed a lot, as if... she had become more beautiful?
Indeed, it is very confident in its memory.

Audrey turned over and got out of bed, suddenly picked up Susie and kissed her fiercely in front of her puzzled and bewildered gaze.

It didn't understand why Audrey was suddenly so happy, but since Audrey was happy, it was happy too.

"Susie, do you feel that I have become more beautiful?" Audrey asked excitedly.

"That's true, but Audrey, you don't need to be beautiful anymore." Susie said truthfully.

Audrey was even happier.

…………

The time comes at night.

The lights in the Intis Embassy in the western part of Backlund were brightly lit, and the scents of various perfumes and liquors spread to every corner along with the melodious tunes.

There is a dance going on here.

Maybe it could be called "The Last Supper."

During the years that Bakerran served as ambassador, he often held balls at the embassy, ​​inviting bankers, large factory owners, philanthropists, and other famous wealthy people and lawyers from the Kingdom of Loen to participate, and randomly giving opportunities to certain second-tier businessmen.

In such an atmosphere, he would tell his guests about the prosperity and openness of Trier, and that the Republic of Intis was no longer dominated by the aristocracy. Bankers, factory owners, lawyers and other people were the masters of the country. They directly and indirectly held most of the seats, determined the direction of national policies, enjoyed true freedom and had a lofty status.

It's just a pity that the Great Rune Kingdom has its own national conditions. As a country where the Goddess of Night takes one-third of the faith, homosexuals account for nearly one-tenth of Rune's merchants.

Businessmen don't seem to be that interested in lavish banquets and open opposite sex; they prefer money.

Baker was doing something similar today, holding a wine glass and constantly appearing in front of the guests, trying to prove that he was at the banquet at this time and had not gone out.

(End of this chapter)