Whispering Verse

"Ever since the incident with Priest Augustus, I feel frightened every time I see you showing up at my place so early."

This was the first word that Shade, who was holding Mia, came to Dr. Schneider's psychological clinic on Friday morning, holding his forehead.

"Doctor, this is a psychological problem. You should treat yourself."

Shade teased, following the doctor into the study.

"Detective, what are you doing this time? If you came so early, you shouldn't be taking a walk."

"Of course not, I want to ask you about demons."

Shade closed the study door as he spoke. The doctor held his desk and frowned:

"A few days ago, you asked me what would happen if I drank the demon's blood, and now I'm asking for information about the demon. Detective, don't be like me and have too many interactions with demons. This is very dangerous."

"This is just an accident, doctor, please listen to me."

Shade hugged little Mia who was full of energy after eating, sat on the sofa, and then briefly explained to the doctor the process of getting the [Demon Hunting Seal]. Finally, he explained in detail what he saw in the belly of Mount Sikal last night. The doctor was surprised after hearing this, and even said he was extremely surprised:

"Why do you always come across strange things like this?"

"Doctor, what I saw yesterday was a alien demon or an evil demon from the third era?"

The "demon" itself is just a powerful alien creature, while the so-called "evil demon" is a terrifying and twisted existence born in the third era. The latter has no specific image, but starting from a certain period in the Third Era, it borrowed the appearance of alien demons and appeared in physical form. Therefore, the word "demon" usually refers to these two creatures at the same time, and the means of fighting demons also It can act on both "demons" at the same time.

In fact, the circle of magicians believes that in today's sixth era, alien demons and evil spirits from the third era can be regarded as the same creature. .

"From your introduction, I think they are all. That is an evil spirit demon that you mimicked as a strange demon. It is very famous, yes, Sokepheus the Arsonist."

The doctor covered his face and said:

"Xia De, you really brought a big surprise this time."

After rubbing his face, the doctor continued:

"Its appearance is that of a very famous alien demon. You will probably know what it is when you come into contact with the directory of dangerous alien species in the third grade. The naming of this kind of demon is very complicated, but it has a famous abbreviation, Common Such monsters are described in human heroic epics.”

"What's the abbreviation?"

"The Balrog."

Seeing Shade holding the cat looking very frightened, the doctor quickly added:

"Don't worry, what is mentioned in heroic legends and bards' epics is the 'ancient Balrog'. And according to your description, the one you encountered should just look like an ordinary Balrog, and although the evil spirit itself is Ancient, but far inferior to human pus. It was even seriously injured and still in a sealed state."

"Balrog, such a normal Balrog, what level of ring magician is needed to deal with it?"

Shade asked carefully. The doctor thought for a while:

"At least you need a high level, and you also need weapons with special characteristics. What you encounter are evil spirits and demons. These demons are almost unkillable. The most effective way to deal with them is to seal them. I heard that Zarath Academy of Literature There are a lot of demons sealed away.”

Shade lowered his head and thought for a moment:

"In other words, I'd better not touch that sword or touch the seal set by the high-level warlock eight hundred years ago?"

"No, that is a relic-level weapon. Wouldn't it be a pity to give it up?"

The doctor said doubtfully:

"Detective, aren't you even interested in this kind of relic?"

"But I'm not sure whether I can successfully deal with it. Although I have friends with high-level warlocks in Fort Midhill, they may not be able to seal the demon again without that sword. Rather than risk letting the Balrog There is a risk of running away, so why not let it stay quietly in the mountains? Fort Midhill is already chaotic enough now. Maybe I can think about it after I become a high-level warlock."

"Oh, so that's what you think."

The doctor waved his hand and said with a smile:

"For others, sealing it is the best choice, but for me, wouldn't it be better to 'eat' it while it's sealed? According to your description, it can't even leave that place now. The campfire is too far away, otherwise you wouldn't have escaped unscathed last night."

"Doctor, although the opponent is sealed, he is not as powerless as human pus."

Shade reminded.

"It doesn't matter. If it is a complete evil spirit demon, I will tell you never to get close to it. But I am professional in dealing with demons in this state."

Dr. Schneider nodded confidently, and Shade chose to believe the doctor:

"Well, I'll buy you a train ticket to Fort Midhill. Doctor, are you used to the window seat? Forget it, just go to the first-class carriage, otherwise the journey will be very tiring."

As he said that, he was about to get up and leave, but was immediately stopped by the doctor:

"Wait a minute, it will take at least half a month to travel between the two places, but as the leader of the group, I can't leave for such a long time without applying. It's okay if you don't find out, but you will be in big trouble if you are found out."

But doctors cannot apply to the college to go to Fort Midhill. Now Fort Midhill involves a third candidate. If the doctor does not have a legitimate reason, the college will not approve his application.

"so what should I do now?"

"If you can't travel long distances, then you have to travel short distances. Shade, didn't you also use the relics provided by the academy to go to St. Byrons from me in an instant?"

"You mean that [broken old world map]?"

The relic was considered a high-risk item and had been kept in St. Byrons.

"Yes, although we don't have this relic in hand, we can lower the standard a bit. I don't need to stay at Fort Midhill for a long time, just a few minutes. As for the relic that can achieve long-distance and short-term space transfer, Tobes Grams happens to have one.”

The doctor had a smile on his face, as if meeting the devil was a good thing for him:

"I'm in the correspondence group of the Zarath School of Liberal Arts. I'm still there at least this spring. I think if I borrow it, they should be able to lend it to me. Today is Thursday, I think I will borrow it tomorrow and come back the day after tomorrow. When I have a meeting here, I will tell you the result. If we can't borrow it, we will think of other ways. This time I have such a good opportunity to devour another demon, Shade, in fact, I am better than you. Care about this."

"Okay, let's settle this first."

Shade was about to say goodbye and leave, but he thought of one more thing:

"I plan to go to Fort Midhill on Sunday to meet with the priest Augustus. We have not met since the last time he gave me information on thaumaturgy. Doctor, is there anything I need to tell the priest? ?”

"Just ask Priest August to be safe."

The doctor waved his hand and twisted his neck:

"I originally thought that Tobesk would be dangerous enough this summer, but I didn't expect that there would be so many things going on in Fort Midhill. Please pay attention to your safety, Priest Augustus, and don't run into the mountains if you have nothing to do. I I’m afraid you’ll encounter something weirder.”