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Lumian gave the plump Madame Fels a sideways glance and asked nonchalantly, "No sign of Monsieur Ive today either?"
Lord of Mysteries 2: Circle of Inevitability
Fantasy · Cuttlefish That Loves Diving
The protagonist in the tale would often describe the villain's cruelty with a line penned by best-selling author Aurore Lee: He would kick any dog that crossed his path!
Lord of Mysteries 2: Circle of Inevitability
Fantasy · Cuttlefish That Loves Diving
"That's fine. Just think twice before you speak, that's all."
Lord of Mysteries 2: Circle of Inevitability
Fantasy · Cuttlefish That Loves Diving
In Lumian's previous world-view, corruption was merely that—corruption. At its extreme, it was comparable to power granted by an evil god. The concept of an Angel being shackled within him was beyond his wildest dreams!
Lord of Mysteries 2: Circle of Inevitability
Fantasy · Cuttlefish That Loves Diving
The former Ethans, who arrived in Trier filled with dreams and enthusiasm, stood beneath the streetlamp, gently beckoning.
Lord of Mysteries 2: Circle of Inevitability
Fantasy · Cuttlefish That Loves Diving
After perusing Aurore's grimoire for a while, Lumian recognized a familiar footfall, followed by a knock on the door.
Lord of Mysteries 2: Circle of Inevitability
Fantasy · Cuttlefish That Loves Diving
In the Intis Republic, Louis was as common a name as Pierre and Guillaume. The last Louis Lumian had met had given birth to a child, despite being a man.
Lord of Mysteries 2: Circle of Inevitability
Fantasy · Cuttlefish That Loves Diving
Lover referred to a sugar alcohol brewed from sugarcane syrup, served with ice and water. It was common slang in Intis bars.
Lord of Mysteries 2: Circle of Inevitability
Fantasy · Cuttlefish That Loves Diving
"One glass of Lover, a serving of mashed potatoes, veal slices in lard, a pork sausage, and a croissant."
Lord of Mysteries 2: Circle of Inevitability
Fantasy · Cuttlefish That Loves Diving
"The fake necklace is yours and worth 50 verl d'or. That's all I can offer you. The rest is my fee for services rendered. Is that acceptable?"
Lord of Mysteries 2: Circle of Inevitability
Fantasy · Cuttlefish That Loves Diving
That was Lumian's endgame.
Lord of Mysteries 2: Circle of Inevitability
Fantasy · Cuttlefish That Loves Diving
Then, he yanked the finger off, exposing a bloody wound and ghostly white bones.
Lord of Mysteries 2: Circle of Inevitability
Fantasy · Cuttlefish That Loves Diving
"If you don't want to go in person, you can send a letter. Address it to Room 103, 19 Rue Scheer, Avenue du Boulevard. The recipient is Guillaume Pierre."
Lord of Mysteries 2: Circle of Inevitability
Fantasy · Cuttlefish That Loves Diving
The appraisal results were the same as before. The necklace was fake and worth only 11 to 15 verl d'or.
Lord of Mysteries 2: Circle of Inevitability
Fantasy · Cuttlefish That Loves Diving
Charlie spoke in a daze, his voice tinged with disappointment, "That necklace, that necklace is a fake. It's only worth 12 verl d'or…"
Lord of Mysteries 2: Circle of Inevitability
Fantasy · Cuttlefish That Loves Diving
"Why don't you take a look in the mirror and see how horrifying and repulsive you've become? If I were Charlie, I would've kicked you out of my dream from the start!" Lumian's instincts told him pleading for mercy was futile. Instead, he chose to retaliate and provoke Susanna, hoping to uncover her weakness.
Lord of Mysteries 2: Circle of Inevitability
Fantasy · Cuttlefish That Loves Diving
Upon seeing Lumian, he appeared to regain his composure. Nearly losing control of his voice, he stammered in terror, "I dreamed of that woman again!"
Lord of Mysteries 2: Circle of Inevitability
Fantasy · Cuttlefish That Loves Diving
The "snail" replied in a troubled tone, "But I don't have any hands."
Lord of Mysteries 2: Circle of Inevitability
Fantasy · Cuttlefish That Loves Diving
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Osta, flashing a knowing smile, enlightened him, "That's one of Salle de Bal Unique's rules. Everyone who steps inside must be donning a short suit and a monocle."
Lord of Mysteries 2: Circle of Inevitability
Fantasy · Cuttlefish That Loves Diving