Chapter 306: The Observer of All Things (2)
Nippur, the Observer of All Things, inadvertently revealed the true value of Keter’s offerings by telling him they were worth knowledge such as the creation of the universe, the gods’ providence, gods that devoured other gods, or the reason the Arcane Empire fell... Each was a revelation powerful enough to change one’s life. Yet, information about who Akrah truly was and where she was now was something Nippur claimed they could not reveal.
So my mother’s identity and location are worth more than knowledge about the creation of the universe? That’s ridiculous.
Gods did not lie, but they could tell the truth in a way that sounded like a lie. In other words, Keter found Nippur highly suspicious.
“I came here believing you to be a fair and impartial god, Lord Nippur, but it seems you’re charging an outrageous price,” Keter commented.
This wasn’t a question—it was a conversation. Keter could feel Nippur’s gaze bearing down on him.
—What is your relationship to the Mad Saint King?
Nippur suddenly mentioned Kron. Since Nippur had turned the tables and asked Keter a question, he seized the opening.
“He’s my father. And did you just ask me a question? Then I’ll ask one in return. Why is information about Akrah and her location so expensive?”
—I thought you were no mere human, given how boldly you meet my gaze... but to think you are the Mad Saint King’s child. I see now why you know of me.
Were those flames his eyes? Keter wondered.
In any case, Nippur seemed satisfied and answered without further resistance.
—Akrah is a far greater being than you imagine. Naturally, information about her carries a commensurate price.