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Based on the post, it seems Gulveig took everyone with her. Although, she might not have noticed Ryohei if he was in stealth mode.

Twilight was falling. Rohei still stood alone at the meeting point for the expedition to gather ingredients, lost in thought.

/ I thought he was coming with us... /

- No need, - Veserod shook his head and transferred the plants to Ilva's hand. - They are of no use to me, and they didn't cost me anything. Let them serve a good purpose.

—Well, I don't even know... I mean... —Ilva sheepishly accepted the flowers. —Thank you so much! —the girl blushed slightly, gave a low nod to the brave hunter, and quickly hurried away from the church.

additional OS will be needed - let me know 😎

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I said I'd be gone for a few hours, and when I came back, I didn't even know where my character was. 👍
Well, then he's also nearby, but he doesn't say anything because his charisma is 4.

Kal has 3 (which is noticeable) 😛

The Myraian felt somewhat disheartened. He had been training, stocking up on equipment, and donning new armor, looking forward to the next expedition. But then this Iwein showed up, flaunting some strange device, and suddenly all the girls wanted to help him urgently. And so, Ryohei stood there, watching them persuade him to take them to Victor's wife, and gradually lost track of what he was even doing there. He was about to remind the sisters what they had originally gathered for, but then Kalentia started asking Iwein about the camera, and it became clear that she wouldn't let him go, so the guy mentally waved his hand and just waited for it to be over.

— Our family—you, me, Yua, Aunt Emilia, and Uncle Gungnir, the rest of our brothers and sisters—smiled the Argalian. I think such an image could be a great gift for Aunt Emilia's anniversary. Something much more valuable than the gift we were initially considering.

Unlike Gulveig, Ryohei wasn't particularly enthusiastic about this idea. He imagined the whole family noisily gathering in front of the camera, pushing and shoving, trying to squeeze into the frame. The same thought kept running through his head: "when will this be over?" And then, after a long and tedious setup of this technological marvel and a few shots "to choose the best one," they would get a picture of some cropped-out people, breathing down each other's necks, huddled together like chicks in a nest behind the massive figure of Gungnir. And he would be somewhere in the background, barely visible, with only the hilt of his katana sticking out from somewhere on the side. Then everyone would be happy, admiring this masterpiece of modern art, while he just wants to go home and relax, hoping to read in Mujinken that a young man is not obliged to participate in such events in the future.

Ryohei shook his head with a sour expression, but said nothing.

"Ah, youth..." Veserod thought, watching Ilva leave.
Leaving the building and looking around, he was surprised to discover that it was a local church, which he hadn't visited even once in the past five years. That's why the interior seemed a bit strange to him for a library - in which, to be fair, he had also rarely been, except for a couple of times when Gungnir made him do it. After breathing in the dusty, book-filled air, he realized that he was much more tired from reading historical and religious literature than from hiking in the mountains. He sighed heavily and stretched, then headed home.

The company encounters Veserod on the way and explains that the young genius needs a safe passage through the eastern forest. They ask if Ves can show them the way (and also guide the company, so they can travel there if needed).

You could at least wait until we finish talking.

/ Yes, you can talk and do other things at the same time, I don't want to waste the whole day.
But yes, I mean, this happens after I get a response from the photographer./

Foreword
This work is dedicated to the study of demons in general and the study of the lords of the Abyss in particular, and it is my authorial duty to warn the reader that in most countries of Visteeria, demon-worshippers are subject to various punishments, ranging from exile from their place of residence to execution. This is, of course, due to the fact that a "normal" person, as society calls them, would have no need for the services of a demon, and they are often used by the so-called dregs of society — people broken by life's circumstances, who desperately desire something but cannot obtain it. Imagine a beautiful, intelligent, strong person from a wealthy family, and then compare them to a poor, sickly wretch: which of them is more likely to find no support from others and turn to demons for help? But, be that as it may, just know that if you decide to cross this line, you must do everything in your power to keep it a secret, for you will never find compassion for your person again. But if this comforts you in any way, know that I am on your side.

The Abyss and Its Lords
The Abyss is one of the names for the demon world, divided into domains. Some religions hold that the souls of sinners end up here, but since there is no such concept in Arterianism, this belief has not gained widespread acceptance in Western Visteeria. The domains of the Abyss are governed by entities known by such names as "lords," "high demons," and the like. We currently count 66 demonic rulers and 65 domains. In this volume, I will discuss the first nine lords, the methods of summoning them, and the specifics of their contracts.

Gonzo, Lord of Lust
In the Abyss, Gonzo is one of the most influential demons (yielding only to the Queen of Demons), while in Visteeria, he is the most popular among demon-worshippers, called upon by libertines and perverts of every stripe.
Contract Specifics
After the ritual is performed, the demon-worshipper will have to satisfy the Lord of Lust in the most unpleasant way for themselves... Although they say that even so, everyone ends up satisfied.
✦ Once a month, the character can change their gender.
✦ The character's pheromones can cause those around them (at will) to experience uncontrollable sexual desire (confusion).
✦ Time alone with Gonzo's minion will cause the character to suffer from satyriasis or nymphomania.
Contract Breach
Refusal to seek new "adventures."

Kariya, Queen of Demons
Kariya's primary aspect is pride, and from her minions she demands absolute submission and their own deification. Her followers in the human world must achieve ever new victories in her honor or lose their value and forfeit their own souls.
Contract Specifics
After the ritual is performed, the demon-worshipper must show their insignificance before the Queen of Demons.
✦ +2 to all characteristics (except faith), +5000 experience, +50% to experience gain.
Contract Breach
Satisfying lust, showing disrespect to the lord (including fawning over anyone else), defeat in battle.

Iron, Demon of Schadenfreude
The main "humanist" of the demon world. He loves people greatly, but not so much them as the ironic tragedies in their lives, accompanied by the gleeful merriment he feels while watching the suffering of mortals who lose everything just a step away from achieving their goal or dream.
Contract Specifics
After the ritual is performed, the demon-worshipper will have to somehow make the Lord of Schadenfreude laugh; if Iron gives him a "thumbs up," the contract will be sealed, but if he gives a "thumbs down," something bad will happen to the summoner...
✦ Iron fulfills the individual wishes of his minions depending on his mood.
Contract Breach
Becoming boring.

Kasha, Herald of Melancholy
Kasha, although appearing rough and unapproachable to mortals, actually feels pity for them, believing that the life of any living organism endowed with enough intelligence to be aware of its own self and the events occurring around it is pain and suffering.
Contract Specifics
To seal a contract with Kasha, one must pick up a stray cat from the street and give it shelter, after which perform the summoning ritual.
✦ The character receives various hints and advice from Kasha through their own cat.
Contract Breach
None.

Helios, Soul Merchant
Helios is ready to provide his minions with material, spiritual, and other assistance in exchange for the souls of people and non-humans sacrificed to him, the value of which varies depending on their physical and spiritual qualities.
Contract Specifics
After the ritual is performed, the demon-worshipper must donate 2000 seliks to Helios and sacrifice a human life.
✦ Every month, the player's character must sacrifice 1000 spiritual points to Helios, otherwise they will have to pay with fragments of their own soul.
✦ In exchange for spiritual points, the character can receive various bonuses.
Contract Breach
Bankruptcy.

Virazian, the Extravagant Sarissophoros
A demon-warrior who holds martial arts in high esteem. He patronizes the warriors of Visteeria almost selflessly...
Contract Specifics
After the ritual is performed, the demon-worshipper must fight Virazian 1 on 1.
✦ The effectiveness of the opponent's rolls is halved.
✦ The character's attacks deal an additional 35% damage with two random elements (except astral).
Contract Breach
Spending a day without fighting.

The Faceless One
The Faceless One has no name, no title, no appearance, no past, and no future; he is empty, and the only feelings applicable to him are envy and hatred towards those who have what he lacks.
The Faceless One's minions are generally prone to the same emotions as their master. They envy those who are more successful than them and try in every way to ruin the lives of those who have wronged them.
Contract Specifics
After the ritual is performed, the demon-worshipper will need to sever all ties with the people around them using the most base methods.
✦ The Faceless One's followers are skilled in the use of curses (the character receives two random curses when choosing this conviction).
Contract Breach
Making friends.

Mererredin, Gourmand of Gluttony
The main glutton of the Abyss, patron of connoisseurs of fine cuisine like himself.
Contract Specifics
After the ritual is performed, the demon-worshipper will need to satisfy the lord's hunger.
✦ The character can devour the corpses of enemies to receive various bonuses.
Contract Breach
Getting into shape.

Sin Rin Surin, King of Plague and Drought
A sower of plagues whose goal is to inflict as much suffering as possible upon Visteeria.
Contract Specifics
After the ritual is performed, the demon-worshipper will fall ill with something.
✦ At the beginning of each month, the character receives a new disease which they can spread to other characters.
Contract Breach
Ceasing to infect others.

Effect
Reading this book allows the character to change their conviction to "demonology" and acquire the necessary knowledge to perform the ritual. The demon is summoned randomly, +50% if the character is interested in someone specific, and an additional +30% if certain conditions are met before the ritual is performed (doing something to attract the attention of the desired demon, for example, taking in a cat, organizing an orgy, etc.).


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— Mr. Scabiosa, after you finish your business with Amelia and if you have this solution and the required type of paper on you, could I ask a small favor? Of course, if it's not too much trouble, would you still have free time today?

— If it is something within my power, then of course, I will be happy to help you.

A now, I must spend the rest of the day productively, and Alessia heads off to Armin to find out about his errand.

Alessia reaches Armin's shop and at that very moment her sense of smell is hit by a powerful odor of fish.
— Good day to you, young lady, — the fisherman greeted his visitor, — to what do I owe this honor?

I really love HMM players, here they are, from left to right: Virazian-Alex, Faceless-Sky, Mereriridon-Heroist, Sin Rin Surin-Revan...

Alessia arrives at Armin's shop, and at that very moment, her sense of smell is overwhelmed by a strong fishy odor. — Good day to you, young lady, — the fisherman greeted the visitor, — what can I do for you?

"Even the shopkeeper has some idea of manners, but most of our baron's pupils have none at all," — the fishy smell didn't bother Alessia too much. Baldr didn't smell of roses either, and after all these years, she should have gotten used to it.
— Hello, Armin. I'm here about your assignment from earlier.

— If it's something I can do, then of course, I'll be happy to help you.

Hearing the young man's response, Kalentia tells Iwein the same thing she told Gulveig a little earlier – about her desire to make a family photo as a gift for Emilia. Of course, if producing the photograph was an expensive undertaking, she promised to reimburse him for the costs, to the extent of her financial capabilities.

-- Hello, Armin. I'm here about your recent assignment.

— Ah, well, here's the thing: I want to visit my daughter in Tamfana, and I need someone to look after the shop while I'm gone.

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Hearing the young man's answer, Kalentia tells Iwein the same thing that Gulveig told him a little earlier – about her desire to take a family photo as a gift for Emilia. Of course, if taking the photo was an expensive undertaking, she promised to reimburse him for the costs, to the extent of her financial capabilities.

— To be honest, I haven't used any of this in several years and I'm not sure how much it costs... But that's not really important, you'll help me, and I'll help you.
— This all seems suspicious," Eyra finally interjected, who had been silent until now, "what if this... "camera" steals souls or does something bad?