Steampunk: Sixth Era Epic

Chapter 278 Enemy God's Notes

The appearance of the "Moonlight Greatsword" was expected, but the other Arcane Technique, "Toy Manufacturing," was entirely unexpected.

Shard had directly contacted the Relic, "God's Gift Box," from which the Whisper Element had produced the Spirit Rune "Toy Manufacturer." This was another relatively specific Spirit Rune, with low potential for developing further Arcane Techniques.

If the "Moonlight Greatsword" represented a purely offensive Arcane Technique, then "Toy Manufacturing" was purely supportive.

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As long as Shard's spirit was sufficient, and he had enough fabric, he could turn any non-transcendent object into a toy. For living beings, only those who trusted Shard enough could be transformed into toys.

Although Mia's true owner was not Shard, after living together for a month, this cat's trust in Shard was absolutely sufficient; therefore, last night was the first attempt, and it turned into a toy under Shard's clothes.@@@@

Of course, it might also be because the naive Mia Cat was too simple.

When Shard invited Luviya to test the Arcane Technique "Toy Making," even though the Female Diviner was prepared, after using a bedsheet, no matter how she draped the sheet over herself, the Arcane Technique failed to work.

"Human thought is richer and not as simple as that of small animals," Shard explained.

This was Shard's explanation, and Luviya certainly trusted Shard enough, but this trust was not yet to the extent that she could entrust everything to him like Mia Cat.

"If I could be turned into a toy, I'd like to see the past stories you've told."

Luviya expressed regret over this, and Shard felt considerable regret as well. The task of the Ancient God was not easy, and if he could bring a group of helpers, even if no one could face the deity like he could, at least many effective suggestions could be put forth. Moreover, not limited to traveling through the Time Corridor, he could even take people on swift travels between Tobesk and Coldwater Port City...

"Speaking of which, since Mia can turn into a toy, why not take her to see the sea when there's time?" Shard thought idly.

Thus, Shard and Luviya spent a peaceful Friday morning together at Saint Delan Square. During this time, they repeatedly saw groups of soldiers hurriedly marching alongside clergy members in their robes, around the roads surrounding the square. Since the Cultists had successfully summoned the deity for the second time but the deity had been expelled by another, the "Lord of the Blood Feast"'s Order would, at best, lie dormant for at least twenty years.

The God Summoning Ritual was not easy, and the cost of two attempts was enough to bankrupt a small duchy. Plus, with the True God Church's citywide hunt, even without last night's witnessed "fair" duel by the Ancient God, Shard had no concerns about being harshly retaliated against by the Evil God.

The next time "Lord of the Blood Feast" came into the material world, perhaps Shard would have risen to the Thirteen Rings or even ascended to true divinity.

In her spare time, Luviya also curiously and reverently asked Shard about his feelings when "being with a god." She listened attentively to Shard's recollections of the previous night and carefully inquired about various details, occasionally expressing astonishment.

The people of this world innately revered gods, unlike outlanders like Shard, who, attempting deification, had a somewhat lesser sense of reverence. Any matter related to gods, in the eyes of the people of this world, must be approached with utmost caution.

The gods here are not powerful humans, but truly higher-dimensional beings. The experiences of Thursday clearly demonstrated that it is best not to confront gods recklessly without divine power.

"All Unclassified Level (Level 0) relics are definitely related to gods, but not all god-related relics are Unclassified Level. Even among the Unclassified Level relics, to my knowledge, there are no more than ten that can have a slight effect on gods," she explained.

Luviya eagerly shared these insights, which even ordinary Circle Sorcerers were unaware of, believing it was fortunate for Shard to be a vessel for the Old Gods, making it essential for him to know these things.

He tore the bread in his hands and soaked it in the soup, a common way of eating in this world.

"It's abnormally bad. I think it might be related to the demon you mentioned, but demons are not known to decrease luck. Anyway, there will definitely be a way to resolve Dr. Schneider's issues."

Even though the matter with the Evil God was resolved, there were really still many things waiting for them ahead.

The city's martial law would not end until six o'clock tomorrow morning, followed by a curfew lasting a week, so they still couldn't go out in the afternoon. Shard had been planning to use his time today to seek Luviya's advice on divination, to see if he had any talent for it, especially since the performance of the female diviner was truly impressive when they had ventured into the ruins.

Unexpectedly, not long after lunch, someone knocked on the door downstairs.

"Did Iluna come back early?"

Shard asked suspiciously, walking over to the living room window to look down and gesturing for Luviya not to worry:

"It's the familiar carriage, Duchess Galina Cavendish's carriage."

The female diviner also looked downstairs with Shard, she hadn't seen the Duchess's carriage before, but seemed to make a connection, frowning suddenly:

"Shard, can I ask you a question? Is that powerful Sage Level (Level 2) relic, the Ancient Witch's Golden Necklace, on loan from this Duchess?"

Shard paused, shaking his head:

"I refuse to answer."

"Very well."

Those purple eyes inquired deeply into Shard:

"So, Galina Cavendish, she is a Grand Witch of the Witch Council?"

Sometimes Shard really admired her ability to think.

"I still cannot answer."

"Then I understand, all right."

Luviya nodded lightly, then looked at Shard as if observing a miraculous creature:

"When did witches start getting close to men? How did you manage it? Oh, no need to answer, I'm just wondering. But you must be careful, witches don't have the best reputation, be careful not to get deceived."

Shard went downstairs to open the door, but instead of the Duchess, it was her personal maid, Miss Tifa Servet. Still dressed in the familiar, elaborate maid's long dress, her hands were folded and placed on her lap; she looked somewhat distressed. She beckoned Shard to follow her onto the carriage, as Miss Galina was waiting for the young detective at the manor.