Aryan allowed Zean to rest, and the following morning, they ventured out together. During their walk, Aryan observed that Zean's knowledge and awareness were significantly below average. When questioned, Zean attributed this to his memory loss, a half-truth since he couldn't recall anything about the body he now inhabited. He chose to conceal the full truth from Aryan, uncertain of the potential consequences if others discovered his transmigration.
Curious about the world's cosmology, Zean inquired about the seven moons and the existence of gods. Aryan confirmed their reality, explaining that each moon was believed to be the creation of a god, serving as a conduit between the deities and the earthly realm. He also mentioned the existence of secret entities, demons, and cosmic beings, though he admitted his knowledge was limited.
This revelation led Zean to ponder whether the gods were aware of his transmigration or perhaps even responsible for it. He recalled a recent dream featuring a blurred figure on a throne, prompting further contemplation. His thoughts were interrupted by Aryan, who, noticing Zean's distraction, cautioned him against sharing secrets about the gods, the church, or the gate with anyone. Such knowledge was not widely known, and revealing it could be dangerous. When Zean questioned why he was entrusted with this information, Aryan simply smiled and replied, "It's a secret."
They proceeded to the outskirts of town, arriving at Barund Workshop. The workshop was alive with the sounds of metalwork, with artisans crafting swords, bows, and daggers. Aryan greeted a muscular man with red hair named Rick, requesting a sword made from red flame lizard material. Rick, noting that Aryan didn't typically use swords, glanced at Zean and understood the request's purpose. He agreed to craft the weapon, accepting an advance payment of three gold coins, with a total cost of eight gold coins. Zean recognized the expense but acknowledged the necessity, especially if he hoped to confront the Lucifer cult.
After leaving the workshop, Aryan led Zean to one of the ten branches of the Crusia Church. The church's architecture was imposing, with guards in red armor bearing blood symbols at the entrance. Inside, they were greeted by a young woman named Rebecca, who introduced herself warmly. Zean sensed an undercurrent of grief in her demeanor, though he couldn't discern its cause.
They then met Sir Hustel Smith, the head of the branch. His calm presence belied a formidable strength that Zean instinctively recognized. Sir Hustel informed them that a room was prepared on the third floor, room thirteen. Zean wondered how they anticipated his arrival but chose not to question it.
In his room, furnished with a table, quill, ink, and paper, Zean decided to document his experiences since transmigration. He wrote in Nepali, ensuring that anyone who stumbled upon his writings wouldn't easily understand them. After recounting his recent events, exhaustion overtook him, and he fell asleep around 3:00 PM.
In his dream,he saw a graveyard filled with fog giving it a ethereal look the scene changes where Zean witnessed seven radiant lights, with a crimson star shining the brightest. The stars burst, and the enigmatic figure on the throne reappeared. This time, the figure's voice resonated clearly:
"You, chosen by fate, not as a ruler but as a slave—a slave to destiny's inexorable design."
The weight of these words lingered, leaving Zean to grapple with their profound implications.