Klein even suspected that the Psychological Alchemy Society was probably a subordinate organization of that organization, helping that organization complete some tasks that were not suitable for it.
The establishment of the Psychological Alchemy Society came from the excavation of the ruins of Hermes, but the human pioneer who created the ancient Hermes language was still alive a hundred or two hundred years ago and was also a member of that organization. It is very likely that he led some people to discover it.
ruins, and then established the Psychological Alchemy Society.
If that's the case... Klein's pupils dilated, and he had an extremely terrifying guess. Since the Psychological Alchemy Society may be helping George III complete the "Black Emperor" ritual, and it may be a subordinate organization of that organization, then...
Is Meng's brother also pushing for this matter?
Whether it is Russell's records in his diary or the results of channeling the "Apostle of Desire" Jason Beria, it is proved that that organization is pushing the trend of the times towards its own vision. If it does not conform to it, it will directly
Interfere with the progress of history and make it suit its own needs.
So is George III becoming a god the trend of the times, or even the final result?
"Monsieur Dantès?"
Audrey's voice seemed to come from far away, causing Klein to wake up instantly. Only then did he realize that the shirt he was wearing had been soaked with cold sweat and stuck to his back, which was quite uncomfortable.
"What's wrong with you? Did you think of something? Or are you suffering from some psychological problem?"
Audrey frowned slightly. She noticed when Gehrman Sparrow appeared abnormal, but she did not dare to use his extraordinary abilities for fear of causing bigger problems. She just called softly and observed.
"I'm fine." Klein shook his head subconsciously and reached out to touch his forehead. It was a little moist. He stood up and picked up the cane leaning against the long table. "I remembered something, but it's not suitable to talk about it here. I'll wait until next Monday.
"
Audrey, who understood what he meant, also stood up, raised her skirt and gave a slight salute, then watched him leave the conference room.
…
The coachman flicked his whip, and two brown-red horses slowly moved their hooves, pulling the exquisite luxury carriage away from No. 45 Gatton Street and driving along the road to the North District.
After his consciousness attached to Edward Leto again, Rawls manipulated his body to lean back, supporting his elbow on the sofa, supporting his temple with his right hand, and stretched the skin near his right eye to some extent.
He has been having a headache recently, and that is the problem of handling the extraordinary characteristics in his hand, especially the characteristics of the demigod level. Not counting those of the "Ghost Empire", the demigod level characteristics in his hand alone exceed
There are three items, the "Whisperer" trait left behind by "The Death", the "War Bishop" trait left behind by Tony Twain, and the "Witch King" trait left behind by Lussandra of the Rose School of Thought.
The best way to deal with it is of course to process these properties into extraordinary items, but it is not that easy to find a qualified "craftsman".
After Rawls killed Lusandra, he planned to entrust the "Witch King" characteristics to Countess Dorothy Lovelace, and wanted to ask a demigod she was familiar with in the Church of Steam to create it.
The "prophet" told him quite simply that he could give up the idea directly. If it was a mid- to low-sequence extraordinary characteristic, it would be better to talk about it. But when it comes to the characteristics of the demigod level, it is not that simple. The Church of Steam has no idea about it.
The restrictions are quite strict. Unless it is a characteristic acquired internally, even other churches cannot entrust this kind of thing.
In addition to the dangers of extraordinary items created with demigod-level characteristics, the Church of Steam will also consider many issues such as the source of characteristics, which is also the basic guarantee for maintaining its mission in the two countries.
After all, a semi-god-level sealed artifact is enough to change the course of a small to medium-sized war.
As for handing over the characteristics in her hand to Dorothy Lovelace, who can also simulate the "craftsman" ability, it was also rejected. The countess said that she was unable to make extraordinary items at the demigod level. This was "simulation."
One of the shortcomings of ability.
As far as she knew, the angels in the Church of Knowledge were not good at creating extraordinary items. If they were just learning now, they would need to watch a demigod-level "craftsman" create extraordinary items before they could succeed.
Therefore, Rawls seems to have only one choice now, which is to store the extraordinary characteristics without special preservation, put them together with certain items, wait for a period of time, and let them combine naturally to form a sealed object.
This approach has three drawbacks. The first is that it consumes an uncertain amount of time. Rawls was not sure whether to use the "Witch King" feature in this way at first. When he was about to go to sea, he wanted to try but it was too late, so
I just borrowed "Free Walker" and "Iron-Blooded Reaper" from Alicia.
The second disadvantage is that the combination of extraordinary characteristics and items is very uncertain. Although Rawls can find some relatively small items, such as pocket watches, brooches, rings, necklaces, etc., the combination may not be successful.
According to Dorothy's research, this requires a certain degree of consistency. For example, the "Hunter" path will have a higher success rate with weapon-related items.
The third disadvantage is that it is uncertain how much of the abilities of the extraordinary items born in this way will be retained, but the negative effects will be very strong, which is very different from the extraordinary items created by "craftsmen" at the demigod level.
This is why the Church of Steam rejects this kind of thing. There is a huge gap between an extraordinary item that can be used normally and an extraordinary item with extremely negative effects, especially after reaching the level of demigod. And the combination born like this
If you are not satisfied with the item, you can only ask an angel to smash it and try again.
Not to mention that Rawls doesn't have angel-level power yet. Even if he does, he doesn't know how much time it will take to obtain a satisfactory extraordinary item.
Similarly, negative effects are what he needs to consider now. Originally, with the "gift" of "Uncertain Mist", he could ignore most of the negative effects of extraordinary items, but they were only limited to demigods. After reaching the demigod level, the negative effects
It will only weaken, not disappear completely.
According to what Alicia said before and the Tamara family's previous records, for angel-level sealed objects, the negative effects will be weakened even less, or even not at all, unless they are "arbitrators" and "lawyers"
"Sealed objects related to the path.
So this matter has always made him a little annoyed.
His initial goal is to process "Witch King" and "War Bishop" into extraordinary items. The former can increase his many means, and the latter will further improve his attack and defense. Although the "Whisperer" characteristic is equally powerful,
There is a certain overlap with his own abilities, so he can give up temporarily.
But now, all these can only be goals.
About half an hour later, the carriage turned into Persfield Street. After communicating with the guard, it drove into Gate No. 22 and stopped.
Rawls, wearing a black formal suit and holding a silver cane, got off the carriage, followed by his valet Morris.
After staying in place for less than half a minute, footsteps came from the direction of the corridor, and three or four staff members of the Luen Student Aid Foundation came out, including Audrey Hall, who was now dressed quite "simplely",
But it is still much more luxurious than the lady at the head.
"Dear Viscount Derrian, good afternoon, I am Maureen Taylor."
Maureen Taylor is forty-seven years old. She has fine wrinkles on her face and warm eyes, which makes her quite friendly.
She comes from a wealthy family, the eldest daughter, has never been married, and is committed to charity. She is the person in charge of the Loen Student Fund hired by the Church of the Night, and is also the chairman of the board of directors. She is a devout believer in the goddess of the night, and she once had the night in many houses.
He has held different positions in a foundation with a church background, and this is also the first time he has served as chairman.
Seeing Maureen extend her hand, Rawls' information flashed in his mind. He took two steps forward and shook his hand lightly, then said with a smile:
"Good afternoon, Ms. Taylor, long time no see."
He had met Maureen Taylor several times, and Adrian Law Firm was a partner of a foundation where she once worked. Most of the partners of this kind of charity organization involving the Church of the Night were believers of the Goddess of the Night.
"haven't seen you for a long time."
Under Maureen's introduction, Rawls shook hands with several staff members of the foundation one after another. When he arrived at Audrey, he smiled and said:
"Good afternoon, Miss Hall. Please also convey my regards to Earl Hall for me."
He had no friendship with Earl Hall. Although he was also a follower of the Night Goddess, his status was not high enough to talk to him at that time. After he chose the Conservative Party, the exchanges between the two parties were not too much, and both parties considered politics.
Influence.
But this kind of greeting is one of the etiquettes among nobles.
"I will convey it." Audrey smiled sweetly.
Rawls nodded slightly and went to the VIP lounge with the foundation staff to learn about the foundation's current operations, specific articles of association and other things, and then signed a letter of appointment as a legal consultant.
Based on the background of the Luen Student Aid Foundation, legal advisor is more like an honorary title, and there are rarely situations where Rawls is really needed to take action.
"...these measures taken by the foundation are very thoughtful and take many situations into consideration. I'm afraid I don't have anything to add here. However, if there are students with a legal background, you can recommend them to my affairs
So, it can be considered a little help from me.”
After signing the letter of appointment, Rawls, as a legal advisor, was naturally consulted on whether he had any ideas or suggestions that could better promote the work of the foundation. However, the one he proposed can only be said to be the icing on the cake, and it does not really have much effect.
Whether it is a solicitor or a barrister, the cost is not ordinary, and few low-income families can afford it.
After chatting for more than ten minutes, the foundation-related topics came to an end. Rawls also took the opportunity to say goodbye and left the VIP lounge surrounded by everyone.
"How could Miss Hall ever think of working for the Foundation?"
After Rawls said goodbye, Audrey also expressed the same intention. Normally, it doesn't matter whether she is here in the afternoon or not. Although she is responsible for the fundraising and external liaison departments, the former plays a larger role. This kind of welcome
The matter does not require her to come forward.
But after the discussion, considering Rawls' status as a noble, she was still invited to participate. Now that Rawls is leaving, she can naturally choose to leave.
While waiting for the coachman to drive the carriage over, Rawls could only speak out of politeness.
"It was my father's suggestion. He hoped that I could gain some knowledge and experience." Audrey tilted her head and replied with a smile.
"That's right..." Rolls stroked his cane, "Then Earl Hall should have carefully considered that the age of the people the foundation is helping is not much different from yours, Miss Hall, and communication requires a lot of facets."
The first batch of targets assisted by the Luen Student Aid Foundation are basically concentrated between the ages of 15 and 18. The former is the age when they graduate from junior high school, and the latter is the age when they are admitted to university.
Further down, there are public elementary schools and church Sunday schools. Although tuition fees of one penny to three pence a week will still prohibit lower-class families, compared with grammar schools, public schools and universities, the cost is pitifully small.
"I once asked Ms. Taylor why we don't go further and support those eleven or twelve-year-old children who want to study and don't let them go directly to the factory, but..." At this point, Audrey shook her head dejectedly.
, "This is not something a foundation can be responsible for."
"There are too many children like Backlund..." Rolles paused his cane, "When I first attended the parliament, some members asked whether to implement more stringent bills to prevent child labor in factories.
, which triggered heated discussions, but was ultimately rejected.”
"Why is this happening?"
"There are many reasons, one of which is very interesting, that is, a complete ban on child labor will not allow them to return to school and have a happy childhood, but will completely make them lose the ability to support themselves, leaving them living on the streets and fighting with gangs.
, gangsters and thieves, boys will join this group, and girls will become prostitutes on the streets..."
Even though she had no experience, after hearing Rawls' words, Audrey felt more and more that this possibility was not impossible and would definitely happen. She couldn't help but asked with some horror:
"Will things like this keep happening?"
"Perhaps there will be changes when the machines are further improved and no child labor or even workers are required." Rawls looked at the carriage parked in front of him, "But before this change comes, there will definitely be more
people became victims.”
Although Rawls said this, he remembered clearly that the child labor problem had not been solved in the country across the ocean before he crossed the ocean. The promulgated child labor law tended to be cut, and capital never considered it when squeezing profits.
Be it a boy or a girl, old or young.
"At that time, we will be faced with another problem."
After Rawls nodded to Audrey, he boarded the carriage, followed by his valet Morris, leaving Audrey and her maid standing blankly in front of the Hall family's carriage.