Chapter 22: Change

"I am a true god?"

Originally, Klein, who had been listening to the story like an outsider, suddenly realized upon seeing the three's expressions.

According to that mysterious man's words, the title "Fool" seems to be a true god in this world.

I actually ended up choosing a true god's title as my own name by sheer coincidence.

Thinking of this, Klein's heart involuntarily trembled.

Although as a transmigrator he didn't hold much awe for the so-called spirits of this world, having read many novels before transmigrating, he knew that those called spirits likely wielded powerful abilities akin to laws and authorities.

"Will I not be struck to death by lightning?"

As this thought came to mind, Klein found himself speechless.

What luck is this, that casually choosing a title seems to be related to a true god?

Although he was worried, Klein forcibly maintained his composure, and his expression didn't change much.

Facing Audrey and Alger's salute, he remained casual, giving a slight nod, as if what Wind Yi had just said was merely a trivial matter not worth worrying about.

No matter what, we can't lose our cool!

Maybe those spirits don't even care about my little thing.

Since things are already like this, Klein also had the mindset of "since the pot is broken, smash it".

Unlike Klein's racing thoughts, seeing his acquiescence, Audrey and Alger's hearts shuddered, and they completely confirmed that he was indeed a true god.

After all, in this world, ordinary people's awe of spirits is ingrained in their bones; no one dares to casually assume a spirit's title.

Because in the field of mysticism, this is practically seeking death, or even worse than death.

Thinking of this, their expressions became increasingly reverent.

At the same time, seeing that other mysterious man remain completely calm upon hearing Mr. Fool, this true god's acquiescence, the two grew even more curious about his identity.

Even if he is not of the same level as Mr. Fool, this true god, he is probably not far off!

Of course, Audrey and Alger hadn't ruled out the possibility that these two might be colluding together to deceive them and others.

Whether it was bringing them, powerless, to this mysterious place, or Mr. Fool's recent display of god-like means, or that mysterious man casually revealing secrets about the true god, all show these two's strength.

Would such big shots idly team up to deceive a small fry like me?

Even someone as worldly as Alger, an old slicker, wouldn't believe such a ridiculous thing could happen.

No matter how hard they wrack their brains, they probably couldn't imagine that the so-called true god Mr. Fool in their eyes is actually just an ordinary person who hasn't yet entered the extraordinary realm.

And the other mysterious being who knows the true god's secrets is actually a transmigrator who has read some books.

The two are still a hundred and eight thousand miles away from being a true god.

"Continue."

A faint voice sounded; after Klein agreed to serve as witness to the two's transaction, he gestured for them to continue their previous transaction.

He was still curious about this world, hoping to learn about its extraordinary individuals through their words.

Unfortunately, after that mysterious man finished speaking about the spirits' secrets, he returned to his previous silent demeanor, no longer speaking; Klein remained curious about the spirits' secrets he mentioned.

However, he now vaguely guessed that this mysterious man's insight far surpassed the other two, and he was probably no small figure.

Therefore, Klein acted even more cautiously.

To maintain his cool and not let the other see through him, Klein dared not proactively ask questions anymore.

"Yes."

After Audrey and Alger received Mr. Fool's acknowledgment, they continued their previous transaction.

On the other side, after Wind Yi finished explaining the secrets of the god's path, he also fell silent, calmly watching the continuation of the Tarot Club.

Perhaps because his Spectator potion had been digested, or perhaps because he had incorporated some of Fuxi's status and concepts, he found himself somewhat accustomed to this state of standing outside the river of fate, witnessing the development of all things.

At the same time, his mind continually contemplated the full digestion of the Spectator potion, as well as the information gained after incorporating some of his own Fuxi status and concepts; he integrated this information according to his understanding into his feelings, making it completely a part of himself.

Time slowly passed; after Audrey and Alger finished their transaction, they immediately realized the benefits of such gatherings and asked Mr. Fool to continue holding them in the future.

Their request hit the mark with Klein, after all he could benefit from such gatherings.

For example, at the next gathering, by witnessing their transaction, he could obtain a free formula for an extraordinary sequence potion.

As a transmigrator, saying Klein isn't curious about the extraordinary world is impossible.

Now that he has the opportunity, he naturally won't give it up.

As for the risk of exposing himself, anyway nobody knows each other, he can disband the gathering at any time, kick everyone out, and the initiative is in his hands, so he doesn't need to worry too much.

With thoughts turning in his mind, Klein smiled and said:

"I am someone who likes equivalent exchange."

Upon hearing Klein's words, the first thought that came to Wind Yi's mind was: "No, you're someone who likes to freeload."

Klein naturally didn't understand this "old compatriot's" teasing; afterward, he announced the time for the next gathering: every Monday afternoon at three.

Upon hearing Mr. Fool's agreement, Audrey, who had always been pampered by her elders, was very curious about mysticism and still had a maiden's heart, instantly became somewhat excited.

Her eyes sparkled like gems as she eagerly said, "Should we give ourselves titles?"

"Great idea!"

He inwardly gave a thumbs-up to that noble girl, but considering his current identity, Klein casually nodded with an indifferent attitude, smiling and said, "Sure!"

Seeing Mr. Fool's agreement, Audrey pondered and said, "Mr. Fool, your divine name is exactly one of the twenty-two Major Arcana cards of the tarot; as a long-term, regular secret gathering, our titles should also be consistent, so I'll also choose from the tarot cards."

Her voice gradually became cheerful as she crisply declared, "Decided, my title is: Justice!"

This is one of the twenty-two Major Arcana cards of the tarot.

After Audrey chose, Alger pondered and selected the "Hanged Man", also one of the twenty-two Major Arcana cards.

Afterward, Audrey quickly turned to that mysterious man who had always been like an outsider, curiously asking, "Sir, what title would you like to choose?"

Regarding that mysterious man who casually revealed the true god's secrets, she still felt some awe in her heart.

"I"

Seeing the three people turn their gazes onto himself, Feng Yi's thoughts turned, realizing that his current seat happened to be at the opposite ends from Klein, the Fool, and that among the twenty-two Major Arcana cards in the Tarot deck there also happened to be one corresponding to the Fool—namely the 'World' card.

"Old fellow, you should still choose a new title for your future follower!"

With his thoughts turning, Feng Yi prepared to speak.

But just then, his spiritual sense twitched slightly; an inexplicable feeling arose in his mind, the phantom of the Eight Trigrams appeared, dispelling the haze, and letting his spirit feel refreshed.

"What is this?"

Feng Yi instantly stopped the title he was about to utter, and his gaze grew deep.

(End of chapter)