Mystery: Good Witch

Chapter 341 Yearning for the same person

"Extraordinary characteristics, or gold pounds?"

Angel held the box containing the extraordinary properties extracted by Barron and looked at Hugh Dilcha. Just now, she had confirmed through magic mirror divination that it was a "criminal" pathway sequence 9 extraordinary property, that is to say, the extracted extraordinary properties Its balun is both a criminal in the legal sense and a "criminal" in the occult sense.

Xio had a thoughtful expression on his face and did not answer immediately.If she chooses gold pounds, Angel will give her another 100 pounds. If she chooses extraordinary characteristics, she will have to return the previous 25 pounds. Whether she wants cash or the extraordinary characteristics that can make more money after selling, she is trapped. A dilemma.

At this time, the three of them had been wandering around the East District for half an hour. After doing appropriate counter-tracking, they arrived at the junction of the East District and the dock area, in an alley on the banks of the Tasok River.

Before the action, as a reward for Hugh providing Barron's residence, Angel promised her 50 pounds in cash and half of Barron's own belongings. Although the result of channeling Heras reminded them that they were related to the military or even the royal family, they could not He took away other belongings, but Angel still kept his promise and took out part of the "trophies" for the bounty hunter to choose.

Of course, in this operation, she herself was the one who gained the most. Not only did she get clues worth 500 pounds, but she also grazed a Sequence 6 "Judge" and gained three extraordinary abilities with unique effects.

The first is the "ban" that Heras has used many times in battle. Unlike the devil's language, the "ban" is not limited to a unique rule, but only needs to be read in ancient Hermetic language "It is forbidden here." ", the short paragraph that follows will take effect within a certain range. The size of the impact and the effect time depend on the user's sequence level, and are also related to the specific content of the ban.

Compared with "No Revolvers" and "No Firearms", the duration and effect of the former will be better than that of the latter.

Second, "Exile" can create an invisible majestic force to drive designated objects away from oneself. Heras also used it in the previous battle, and the usage was quite unique. He did not designate a specific person. , but "exile" the large amounts of black flames released by Angel at the same time, blowing them away.

Finally, there is an ability that is better than nothing, "deterrence". The user can intimidate the people around him by shouting loudly, making them want to surrender in their hearts. Although this is an ability that can be used by the "arbitrator" path in Sequence 9. , but if released by the "Judge", even low-sequence Extraordinaries like Hugh and Sherman would be hard-pressed to resist.

After recalling herding's "judge" ability in his mind, Angel saw that Xio was still hesitant and turned his attention to Sherman who was aside. The latter had already recovered from the tension after the murder and looked at Xio. , looked at Angel again, not knowing what he was thinking.

"Sherman, you performed well in this operation. You found the real Barron through your own information channels and stopped him from trying to escape. Well... this will be counted as your contribution to the sect and will be used for You exchange it for the magic potion formula when you are promoted."

Angel originally wanted to boldly promise some other rewards, but thinking about his lack of money, he could only write a bad check in the end.

Fortunately, Sherman just nodded slowly.

"The sect... are you members of a secret organization? Why are you tracking human traffickers like Barron?"

Quinn interjected with a frown.

"You don't need to know this, and tracking Barron is just a private commission I received. You choose the reward you need, and don't ask about it in the future. Barron and Heras, who died just now, are probably If you are doing some shady business for the military or the royal family, you will not end well if you are too involved."

Angel persuaded, suddenly thinking that Xio might reveal the matter to Forsi, whom she knew, or even to nobles such as Audrey and Gray Linte, he quickly added:
"Don't mention this to other people on other occasions. This is for your own good."

"You mean that young lady and her friends? I understand."

Xio raised his eyebrows, showing that he understood what Angel really meant.

Then she looked at the "criminal" characteristics on Angel's hand, pursed her lips, and said:
"I chose this extraordinary characteristic. It should be worth more than 200 pounds, right?"

"Yes, the premise is that you can sell it at some parties, and the extra part can be regarded as... sincerity for future cooperation."

The characteristics of the "criminal" sequence are not easy to deal with. In Angel's heart, its actual value is only about 150 pounds. Excluding the 25 pounds returned from the adjournment, she only needs to pay an additional 125 pounds to get a bounty from a well-connected person in the East District. The hunter's friendship also allowed her to keep her identity secret, which was quite a bargain.

Of course, Angel was still a little heartbroken when he took back the 25 pounds and handed over the characteristics. Whether it was a good deal or not was a rational analysis, while the negative emotions from the extraordinary characteristics in his hands were entirely emotional.

After "dividing the spoils", she looked in the direction she was looking. The streets of the East District over there were still quiet, with no pursuers or police patrols.

"Then, everyone should leave separately. Sherman, I suggest you find a place to rent immediately. Many people should know that you are looking for Barron recently. If the other party is interested in tracking, it will be easy to find you. Location, this bounty hunter lady has a lot of experience in dealing with this kind of thing, you can ask her for help."

Angel wanted to leave, but after thinking about it, he reminded the rookie assassin a few words. "I'll keep an eye on him." Xio nodded and looked at Sherman, who looked serious. "You go home and tidy up. Follow me to the safe house first. Stay away for a few days and don't talk to yours." Those drinking buddies met and came out after the limelight."

When he was not in a fighting state, Sherman returned to his submissive temperament. Under the leadership of Xio, he quietly left in his cloak. Angel also became invisible and left from another alley.

She planned to return to the safe house in the East District first to report tonight's findings to Mr. Fool and the Hanged Man. If the other party agreed, she would also report the case of human trafficking to the official extraordinary person overnight.

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"Forsi, I'm back."

In the small house they shared in the Jowood District, Forsi was working on a manuscript at her desk. When she heard Hugh Dill's voice, she just raised her head to express her understanding, and then turned her eyes to the manuscript paper on the table.

Recently, Fors entrusted the Hanged Man and Mr. Sun of the "Tarot Club" with the task of finding "the blood of the deep-sea marlin" and the "stomach of the soul eater" respectively. These are the tasks of the Sequence 8 "Master of Tricks". The total value of the main materials exceeds 600 pounds, which is more than her entire savings, including the portion that Xio owes herself.

Therefore, the originally lazy writer actively negotiated the content of the new book with the publisher, and planned to publish the first draft before the end of the year, earn a lot of royalties, and plan for her own promotion.

She has been thinking about the outline of this new book for a long time, and after joining the Tarot Club, she revised some of the content after listening to everyone's experiences, forming a story that integrates elements such as adventure, battle, noble grudges, and unspeakable fear. I'm flooded with ideas and I expect to finish the first draft in about ten days.

"Every day when I come back, I see you working on a manuscript. If you are really short of money, I can lend you some."

Xio, who had stayed up all night, hung his cloak by the door and came over to look at the manuscript on the table. His eyes were instantly dazzled by the dense words on the page. He took two steps back as if to avoid something and said.

"No, this is not a lack of money, but a sense of urgency..." Forsi put down his pen and looked at his friend seriously, "Do you know that feeling? The people around you are either wealthy or powerful. And I was in there, not even daring to speak..."

"Powerful...are you talking about me?"

Xio asked in confusion. She had just recently bought a special item through Fors that could replace the main ingredient of the "Sheriff" potion, and was promoted to Sequence 8. This also put her in heavy debt, and she traveled back and forth to the East District every day. and the dock area, looking for wanted criminals with bounties on their heads, or helping others complete some tasks within the reach of extraordinary people, earning more or less rewards.

"Stronger than you... I'm not saying that you are not strong, but she is the kind of extraordinary person who, well, I'm afraid can crush us to death with one finger. The protagonist of my book is her, calm and powerful , full of sense of justice." There was a trace of longing in Forsi's eyes, but he hid it for a moment, "But unfortunately, I made an oath not to tell you the details of that party."

"Well, I can understand."

Xio didn't take it seriously. She had just agreed to a certain powerful Beyonder last night not to reveal her affairs to others. However, this "sheriff" could be sure that Miss Eileen Watson must have said what Beavers said. The extraordinary person will be more powerful.

Thinking of this, she also felt a trace of longing in her heart, which was the instinctive envy of powerful power. The two looked at each other in silence for a moment, then both looked away, hiding the secrets in their hearts.

"By the way, Forsi, in that party you mentioned, will anyone buy extraordinary characteristics?"

Xio suddenly thought of what he had gained last night. He took out the bullet box in his pocket, carefully pushed open the lid, and displayed the "criminal" characteristics that emerged after Barron's death, and continued:

"Can you try to sell it for me? If you can sell it for a good price, I think I can pay off the money I owe you."

She is now extremely motivated to pay off her debts and be actively promoted. This is not only because she has witnessed the battles of truly powerful Beyonders, but also because she finally got a clue to the truth about her father's death during her actions last night.

"The military, as well as the royal family, I will investigate them one by one!"

she thought to herself.

(End of this chapter)