socalfunplaces Chapter 121 This place is not safe to stay.
Chapter 121 This place is not safe to stay.
"Who is it!"
Lorne whirled around, and "Phantom" instantly pointed into the darkness. The muzzle gleamed coldly in the dim gaslight, but there was no one in front of him.
Nobody was there... He didn't lower his guard, but instead activated his spiritual vision to look around.
However, from the perspective of the spiritual vision, the surroundings remained calm and uneventful.
"Are you being overly sensitive...?"
"That's true, this room is only about ten square meters, how could there possibly be someone hiding there?"
Lorne put down the pistol and placed it back into his armpit holster.
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After hesitating for a moment, he picked up a coin and tossed it into the air.
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"Is it really just my imagination...?"
"Laki, have you noticed anything?" Lorne turned to look at the orange cat lying on the bed.
"Meow..." The orange cat wagged its tail, indicating that everything was normal.
Lorne rubbed his temples, perhaps he was too nervous.
"What happened today may not be the first time, and I wonder if those lunatics will use such a gentle approach next time."
"A hero saving a damsel in distress, how could they even think of that..."
"Laki, what do you think?" Lorne turned to look at the orange cat beside him.
"Meow?"
"Sigh." Lorne shook his head.
"Given the potential risks, it seems we have to consider leaving again."
He had learned in his previous studies that secret organizations like the Rose School, which originated from other continents and worshipped evil gods, mostly operated within their respective colonies.
After all, colonies were less subject to regulation than inland cities and had a natural affinity for religious beliefs.
"Thinking about it, it makes sense. The world is still in a state of barbaric development. Workers within the kingdom live a precarious existence, let alone those in the colonies."
"Clearly, the gods of this world don't seem to want their followers to have a good life."
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"These local beliefs may be more vibrant than we imagine." The original owner knew very little about these beliefs related to evil gods, but Lorne was still able to analyze some things based on his own experience.
Should we leave so soon...? Lorne was torn.
To be honest, although the sea is dangerous, there are many opportunities, and he really doesn't want to leave.
And his smuggling operation hadn't even begun yet. He hadn't forgotten his previous idea of fleecing the kingdom.
He had planned to take a batch of gold back with him. With that playing card, there would be no transportation costs at all. Aside from taxes and regulations, he could make a lot of money.
Extraordinary materials are also good. He has inquired about them these days. If locally produced extraordinary materials are transported to Rune, they can fetch at least a 25% premium. Some materials can even be several times more expensive. If they can be transported to a big city like Backlund, the price will probably be even higher.
If we leave now, these deals will fall through.
Sigh... Anyway, at least this occult course is finished, so I didn't lose out. Plus, I even managed to decipher the notes with the captain...
"Besides, I still need to apply for a patent..."
Considering the uncertain future, Lorne picked up a pendulum and began to perform a divination.
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Looking at the pendulum swaying in front of him, Lorne sighed.
The divination results indicate that this place is not a good place to stay.
In the past, he might have tried the ingenious box that he hadn't used in a long time.
It was stored by Lorne in the space created by the 3 of diamonds in that playing card.
However... his recent experience made him abandon his plan to do so.
Firstly, the magic box itself was somewhat suspicious, and he wasn't too keen on using it. Secondly, he had a strange premonition.
It seems like someone is spying on him...
But unlike that one who liked to cast glances at him while he showered, he only sensed this feeling for a moment, and it wasn't intense.
He didn't know if it was just his imagination.
But... better safe than sorry. Just like that notebook, the "secret plan box" is also his trump card, so it's best not to take it out casually under these special circumstances.
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Promotion is also of utmost importance, considering that finding a suitable potion formula through conventional means could take forever.
Lorne planned to visit Roy King one last time before leaving, to see if he could get the Sequence Six potion recipe from him this time.
Unfortunately, he was turned away this time.
Roy King wasn't home; at least no one answered the door for him.
"Not home? Or... doesn't want to see me?" He narrowed his eyes, recalling Roy King's strange attitude during their last meeting.
After waiting for nearly an hour without any results, Lorne had no choice but to leave.
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Enmat Street
"I've never been here before." Lorne looked around the somewhat unfamiliar streets. "I don't feel like a lucky person at all, I actually got lost."
"However, the direction should be fine." Lorne gazed in the direction of the dock.
"Just go straight."
"Meow..." Laki poked her head out of her bag and meowed in dissatisfaction.
"I know, I know. I'll get you some food when we get to the dock," Lorne reassured the cat in his bag.
"I can make some fries myself."
"Rossel can be quite useful sometimes," Lorne thought to himself.
"At least he brought a world with fried chicken and fries."
He suddenly had a flash of inspiration: "Wait, there doesn't seem to be any Coke? This business might be more profitable than smuggling..."
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As he walked, Lorne suddenly stopped.
Strange, something just doesn't feel right... He looked at the familiar street scene, his brows furrowed. "This is the third time I've passed through here."
"Is this street a circular route?"
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Mapel Grocery Store.
The shop owner is a kind elderly lady, and she is tidying up the various goods in the shop as usual.
"what?"
Suddenly, she sensed something was wrong and instinctively rubbed her eyes.
Something reacted in a way that shouldn't have.
"Did the ring box containing the dice move?"
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Strange, how did I end up back here again?
And it seems there's something very important to me nearby...
"This is... a general store." Coming to his senses, Lorne suddenly found himself in front of a shop.
Should we go in and take a look? This thought suddenly popped into Lorne's mind.
Anyway, it's still early, so it's not a bad idea to take a stroll around.
With that thought in mind, he stepped forward, making a move to push open the door of the grocery store.
"Wait! I don't buy groceries, why would I go to a general store? This doesn't make any sense." Just as he was about to step into the store, Lorne stopped.
"Damn it, there's definitely something strange going on around here!" He quickly retreated.
"It seems like there's something wrong with my spiritual intuition."
"Rachi, let's get out of here right now."
"You lead the way this time."
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In a corner not far away, someone who wished to remain anonymous was thoughtfully observing Lorne's retreating figure.
The process of reunification is happening faster than expected... Are there still any lingering concerns...?