Lord of Mysteries - Chapter 81 Summary

Mission for Official Membership

• Klein learns he needs to complete a mission independently to become an official Nighthawk.
• Expresses concern over the possibility of not having a mission this week.
• Old Neil clarifies it’s a ritual among Nighthawks, ensuring maturity and independence.
• This ritual won't affect salary or privileges as an official member.

Sequence Pathways Discussion

• Klein inquires if he needs a mission of the bayonder variety.
• Old Neil acknowledges Klein's outstanding performance in killing a bayonder, implying he may receive an ordinary mission instead.
• Discussion on the corresponding sequence eight of the Seer pathway being Clown.
• Old Neil speculates:
  • Sequence 8 matches description in confidential documents.
  • Agile movement and deception are key points.

Old Neil's Insights

• Old Neil humorously mentions the corresponding sequence 8 potion of Mystery prior is Melee Scholar.
• Klein expresses his dislike for melee combat, finding it not suitable for the image of a Mystery prior.

Daily Schedule Planning

• Klein plans his schedule:
  • Morning: Study mysticism and historical records.
  • After lunch: Submit compensation request and practice at the shooting club.
  • Visit Dewville Library and borrow relevant materials.
  • Spend time at the Divination Club for acting practice.
  • Intent to create a protective amulet for Melissa and Benson.

Social Gathering - Joyce's Return

• Scene shifts to a dining hall where friends celebrate Joyce's escape from danger.
• Friends express concern for Anna, Joyce’s fiancée, during his absence.
• Bogda’s health issues arise; he needs surgery but is afraid of the risks.
• Anna suggests divination to assess surgery outcomes.

Divination Proposal

• Anna shares her previous positive experience with a Seer.
• Joyce backs up Anna’s claims about the Seer’s abilities.
• Bogda contemplates undergoing divination to make a decision on surgery.

Library Searches

• Klein visits Dewville Library to research Hornesis main Peak relics.
• Discovers the library lacks specific books but finds journal issues on archaeology.
• Reminisces about ancient relics found around Hornesis mountain range.

Klein's Observations

• Klein reflects on the relics’ sizes and absence of ruins on the peak.
• Considers the implications of visions from his dreams regarding divine halls.

Encounter with Sir Duoville

• Klein notices Sir Duoville, a philanthropist and library owner, passing by.
• Raises his hand and lightly taps his glabella in curiosity.