What new developments are brewing in Beckettland? Could it be a continuation of the recent major smog event? While speculating and taking the matter seriously, both Aljer, the "Turner," and Gauthier, the "Hermit," are actively gathering more detailed information through their respective channels, aiming to uncover any anomalies. They are not in a rush. They don’t intend to immediately approach "The World," Germain Sparo, and ask him directly about his intentions or specific plans—feeling that he will likely remain vague, offering only a brief remark. Instead, their plan is to first collect intelligence and conduct an external investigation, then decide on the next steps based on the evolving situation. At the same time, they suddenly realized that the revelation of "Dunstan Thalassas" as a member of the Tarot Circle appeared to be a very strong asset. As long as they kept track of this merchant's activities, they could gain an initial understanding of the actions of the "Wanderer" and thus respond in a coordinated and supportive manner—either by aligning with him or offering assistance. Moreover, this identity was a convenient fiction: should any issues arise, it could be easily discarded. Likewise, they could indirectly authenticate this identity, making Dunstan Thalassas appear more genuine. A simple example would be: if the merchant had a maritime background, the "Hermit" Gauthier could share relevant information with his crew, friends, and business partners, thereby fostering a genuine sense of belief in the existence of such a person. When official bodies eventually sought to investigate Dunstan Thalassas's background, they would find that not only did such a person exist, but that the circumstances were indeed authentic. In the brief silence, just as "Justice" Audrey was about to respond to the "World" gentleman's previous remarks, she noticed the "Moon" gentleman straightening up, gazing toward the very bottom of the bronze long table, and asking with initiative: "What is this public identity meant for? Are there deeper issues behind the baron's false accusation case and the attack on the member of parliament that 'Justice' Miss mentioned?" As a resident of Beckland, "Moon" Emlyn remained quite concerned about the quality of life and living environment. You've asked so many questions—why haven't you gone and investigated yourself? I've already stepped out of the way to avoid getting drawn into the turmoil... thought Crayn quietly, slightly disapproving of Emlyn White. The dummy "World" chuckled softly: "Of course. There are still matters requiring investigation." His concise reply translated into more detailed words meant that there certainly were deeper issues behind those two cases—but it was a secret, and he didn't intend to reveal it. Likewise, you're not to ask about the role of this public identity, "Dowen Thantès." Although Emlyn, the "Moon," sometimes lacks emotional finesse, he is still able to pick up the underlying meaning of the "World's" message. He thus offers a dry smile, leans back, and pretends to be thoroughly satisfied with the response. Observing this, Odile, the "Justice," manages to hold back a smile that nearly rises to her lips for a full second before she turns to Germaine Spalro, the "World," and says: "Thank you, I understand now." As she reflects further, she grows more and more convinced that joining the "Rune Charitable Scholarship Fund" is a sound decision. Should any unforeseen challenges arise or should she need assistance with certain matters in the future, she can simply inform the "World" in advance and then proceed normally to the foundation, where she can work diligently beside Doun Thantès. Well, if the Psychological Alchemy Circle has begun to suspect me or is testing me with assignments, I'll arrange to meet them at the Foundation... The image of Daven Tanthès is quite different from the one the "World" gentleman projected above the gray mist—indeed, the "World" gentleman is a seasoned impersonator. And Daven Tanthès is his public persona, not always equivalent to Germain Spalro—so it makes sense that there are rumors about his wide-ranging affections for women. Germain Spalro, this passionate killer and adventurer, surely belongs with pure, innocent young women. As an observer, Audrey couldn't help but form a few associations. He had "World" Germaine Sparo nod once, without further elaborating on the matter of Enjolras, and then turned to the young "Sun," asking, "Do you have any marvels or oddities there?" "World" paused and added, "Perhaps you call them by different names—anyway, they are masters of disguise, with strange abilities, approaching nearly divine in nature, possessing a primary eye that gathers specific powers..." He deliberately emphasized their near-divine status not to boast, but to alert the young "Sun" to the fact that this was a particularly dangerous creature. Yet neither "Hermit" Cadricia nor "Turner" Alje seemed particularly concerned, since "World" represented the circle of followers of the "Knight," and it was quite natural for them to seek out divine-level materials for their companions. Indeed, even if he were gathering them for himself, it would not be surprising—Germaine Sparo was already at Sequence 5, and proactively collecting such materials was simply part of routine practice. In the distance, it seemed to them that it was a good thing for Mr. World to soon move beyond the level of Sequence 5. "Among common monsters, I haven't come across such a case," thought Deric of the Sun, "though perhaps someone has experienced it—I'll check the records or inquire on your behalf." The synthetic figure Mr. World nodded once and then fell silent. When Master Folsie, the Magician, again sought for ancient spirits' curses and their residual essences without success, the transaction came to an end. Before the Pendulum asked the Sun, Firth glanced at the World, Germain Sparo, and said, "I've recently had a strange dream, in which a nearly real treasure appeared—among other things..." She described the scenes in detail, concluding, "It was a complex symbol combining Fate and Concealment..." As Firth turned toward the head of the bronze table to address the Fool with a request for manifestation, suddenly Germain Sparo, the figure of the World, interjected, "Is that exactly what you described?" First making a request, the figure then displayed a badge. The badge was the size of a human eye, bearing the combined symbols of Fate and Concealment. It came from Larnu, serving as membership credential for the Fellowship of the Hermit of Fate, though Caine had never attempted to join. "Ah?" The magician, Folshe, glanced at the speaker, stammering slightly, "Yes, yes, exactly like that." Only upon finishing her response did she realize that not only had the "World" gentleman restored the symbol, but he had also presented the actual object! Suddenly, a revelation struck her: Daven Tantris had deliberately chosen to reside on Berkland Street! As she formed this thought, she heard the hoarse voice of the "World," Gérard Spalro, saying, "That treasure is a trap." Indeed, he knew it—thankfully, she had remembered to consult someone experienced. "Thank you for the reminder," Folshe said, relaxing and offering a smile. "Justice" Audrey asked curiously, "Mr. World, what exactly does this symbol represent? And why is it a trap?" Crain, manipulating the "World," replied simply, "It represents a group of thieves who call themselves the Hidden Destinies." "The Fate Hermit... the Thief..." The Man of the Tower, Aljer, and the Hermit, Gauthier, paused thoughtfully, forming tentative impressions based on their own experiences. Aljer suspected it was an organization founded by a group of thieves, while Gauthier believed an ancient family from the Quaternary period might be involved. After carefully recalling, the Moon, Emlyn White, confirmed that he had never heard of such an organization and intended to consult with the higher echelons of the vampire hierarchy. Hmm... I'll go find the poet classmate and gently remind him that his inner elder surely wouldn't be uninterested in half-gods of the same sequence. With that in mind, the "Fool" gentleman now smiles calmly. Odile, representing "Justice," subtly picks up on the shift in the "Fool's" demeanor, murmuring to herself: Are those self-proclaimed fate-hermits, the thieves, somehow connected to one of the "Fool's" old friends? The conversation about the treasure of dreams soon concludes. Then, Gauthier, the "Wise One," remembers something and turns to Germain Spalro, the "World," saying: "The information you're looking for—I'll provide it this week." At this moment, she finds herself curious as to why he specifically seeks information about Xavre, yet she isn't the "Sun" nor the "Moon." She doesn't always have immediate questions; instead, she prefers to gather her own clues first. "Very well." The man representing the "Mannequin" world nodded. Klein felt a quiet sense of appreciation—there was indeed a hidden organization that made many things far simpler. Seeing that the "Turner" Aljer had no further words, he tilted his head slightly and addressed the "Sun" Deric: "Have you learned anything about the former chief's tomb?" Deric spoke with a touch of humility: "I've only just made two friends. As a 'Sun' path extraordinary, I've spent my time in the training grounds engaging in pure combat—ten times, I've won only once. I've managed to build connections through sheer perseverance, being knocked down again and again, but I can truly call only two of them friends. Before Aljer could respond, he quickly added: "However, I've heard that the 'Six-Body Council' intends to open that tomb. Regardless, they at least want to recover its traits. In Silver City, such actions are not seen as wasteful—they are considered crimes." "The Hangings" Alje nodded gently, slightly adjusting his educational remarks: "That's quite good. "It's not always friends who offer help—when you've built connections with enough people, you'll naturally gather valuable information." PS: I've been working on a chapter in advance, but today I slept until afternoon and completely missed the alarm. Probably because I've been writing late into the evenings during my travels, and my time zone adjustment hasn't been fully settled—I'm clearly running on very little sleep. Still, I've kept my word: an extra update at midnight, and I'll finish the saved chapter tomorrow.