"Call the police?" Fors Wal repeated in astonishment.
For the extraordinary beings, voluntarily calling the police was something that belonged to another world.
Hugh paced back and forth a few times, ran his rough blonde hair through his fingers and said:
"The scene of Dakhholm's death was so terrifying and strange. As long as the police still had their eyes, they would definitely transfer the case to the punisher, the night watchman, the mechanical heart, or that special department belonging to the military. At that time, we could give them a little information to let them know that the murderer is Zilinger, and then we could create a scene of the whole city in pursuit."
"Our goal is only to find Zilinger, not to catch him. With so many extraordinary beings' 'assistance', things will be much simpler and safer. Once Zilinger becomes panicked and makes a mistake, that's our chance to get the reward. Ha, I mean to discover his trail."
Hugh chuckled twice and looked at Fors Wal in astonishment:
"Does it mean in your mind that I'm someone who has to crash into obstacles even if they are in my way? The gap between us and Zilinger is as big as the Desi Bay."
Fors Wal nodded slowly and said:
"You have a very correct understanding of yourself. You have done too many similar things, and the losses you suffered are enough to raise you to sequence 8."
"Fortunately, you are still rational enough in this matter."
Hugh lowered his head and looked at the three-pronged spear in his hand, pondering and said: "... I must confess, I just felt the proximity of death clearly. Zilinger is undoubtedly nearby. That was an atmosphere that was too evil and violated the rules, causing me to have an instinctive reaction."
Fors put the silver bracelet with two remaining stones back on, thought seriously for several minutes and said:
"I agree with your idea. First, inform Miss Audrey, and then call the police."
"Well, whether it was Darkholm that discovered Zilinger's trail or his men found it, we can investigate from this direction to figure out Zilinger's previous activity range and residence location."
Hugh furrowed his golden eyebrows and said:
"But Zilinger definitely won't stay in the same place."
Then, one of the seven pirate generals, with the assistance of magical items, Zilinger must also be cautious in Beckland.
Even "The King of the Five Seas" Nast, had once encountered a disaster here and nearly got captured.
"No, what I mean is, based on these clues to infer or determine Zilinger's purpose for coming to Beckland, as long as we understand what he really wants to do, no matter how he disguises or plays tricks, he will eventually be exposed in front of us. Then, our mission will be accomplished." Fors explained in detail, "The two years of experience in creating novels have taught me that grasping the key will make things simpler."
Hugh looked at his friend in astonishment, as if unable to believe that he could say such a reasonable thing.
"I'm different from you. I just don't like to think, while you think by relying on your muscles." Fors pursed his lips and tilted his head to smile.
"Mocking me won't make you any smarter..." Hugh tried to make his slightly curly golden hair become smooth again, "Alright, let's go to Queens and tell Miss Audrey about this matter."
Fors nodded gently:
"So, what is our emergency contact method with Miss Audrey?" "..." Taking a moment to be lost in thought, she gazed at the distant tombstone and said, "She told me that her pet dog, the golden retriever we saw earlier, would go for a walk by itself every day, at least five times. Well, the next one will be after lunch."
"That means we have to sneakily wait outside the Halliburton's luxurious mansion?" Forseth's lips twitched.
Hugh suddenly turned his head and gave a charming smile:
"Forseth, or do you just go in directly?"
"I think this shouldn't be a problem for you. It's your specialty."
"An earl with a centuries-old hereditary title, one of the most influential members of the House of Lords, the largest shareholder of the Bavart Bank, the fourth-largest shareholder of the Beckland Bank, the special advisor of the Ruen Royal Bank, the third-largest shareholder of the Susht Bank in the Identi Kingdom, the second-largest shareholder of the Conston Coal and Steel Consortium, and so on and so forth. This is the prominent status of Miss Audrey's father. Hugh, use your brain. Would such a prominent figure's family not hire extraordinary individuals? Would they not have some private reserves? This is not the same as those decaying viscounts and barons!" Forseth replied grumpily, "I swear by the gods, as long as I dare to sneak in, I will be discovered and caught within no more than five minutes."
Hugh nodded frequently, expressing his approval:
"We should still wait for that golden retriever..."
After saying that, she led the way and took a few steps before turning her back to Forseth and saying:
"Well, um, I will try to make up for your loss in the future, um, I mean that stone."
When she heard this, Forseth's lips curled slightly:
"I'm saving myself."
"And, Hugh, you're going in the wrong direction!"
"God, if you were an 'apprentice' and would become a 'traveler' in the future, that would be, that would be a disaster!" ......
Outside the luxurious villa of Earl Holber.
Hux and Fors hid behind the plane trees in Inthis, quietly observing the target building and the people coming and going.
After an unknown amount of time, they saw the golden-haired dog sneak out from the hidden small hole at the bottom of the wall, with its ears raised and looking around cautiously.
Just as Susie began her brisk and joyful walk, a black male dog suddenly burst out, showing both appeasement and circling.
"I never knew that a dog could have such human-like expressions on its face. How much it hates that black dog!" Hux murmured in dismay.
She could tell from Susie's eyes and facial expressions that there was obvious disgust.
Fors smiled and said, "It's like encountering a rash, disgusting, and persistent lecherous beast."
Seeing Susie trying to speed up and get rid of the black dog, Hux stepped forward to uphold "justice".
"My verdict is, stay away from it!" Hux shouted in a serious tone.
The black dog was stunned for a moment, then lowered its tail and fled in a clumsy manner.
Susie let out a sigh of relief, slowed down her pace, and politely barked and wagged her tail.
So close, so close. Almost said "Thank you" to them... The golden-haired dog thought happily in its heart.
Such a scene would be very awkward...
......
The melodious melody gradually came to an end. Sitting on the piano stool, Audrey held the latest intelligence passed on by Hugh and Fors, furrowing her pretty eyebrows.
She closed the piano lid, gracefully stood up, paced back and forth in the piano room, thinking about what she should do next.
"Zilinger is a very dangerous person... Continuing to investigate might cause Hugh and Fors to encounter terrifying things... Even expose me... Well, do as they say... Ah, right, there are two hours until the 'Tarot Meeting', I wonder what the Fool's Master has suggestions. If he still isn't interested, I'll have a serious discussion with the Hangman..." Audrey gradually calmed down.
This was the first time she had encountered, or rather participated in such a dangerous situation, with a human life already lost!
Three o'clock in the afternoon.
The sight of Audrey, who had regained her clarity from the deep red and hazy state, once again saw the boundless gray fog that didn't belong to reality, the palace that seemed like a giant's abode, the ancient and mottled bronze long table, the Fool forever shrouded in a thick layer of mist, and the 'Hangman' and 'Sun'.
In an instant, Audrey's slightly tense and worried mood was immediately smoothed out. Her heart was so calm, so certain.
I'm participating in the 'Tarot Meeting' that is not in the material world. I'm facing the almost divine Fool Master. And Zilinger and I are not on the same level... Audrey stood up with her back straight and chin raised, cheerfully greeting:
"Good afternoon, Fool Master! Good afternoon, Hangman Master! Good afternoon, Sun Master!"
After the greetings, Klein saw Miss Justice signaling to her that she had something to say, so he nodded slightly, indicating his agreement.
"Dear Fool Master, I wonder if your devotees have received the 300 gold pounds as compensation?" Audrey held back the urge to immediately recount the story of Zilinger and cared about her leader's devotees.
Klein chuckled:
"I haven't paid attention to this matter, but since my devotees haven't requested additional help, it seems they have received it."
Yes, I have repeatedly confirmed it. There is 300 gold pounds lying on my anonymous account... Klein quietly added with a cheerful expression.
"That's wonderful!" Audrey let go of her worries and turned to look across, "Hangman Master, there's progress in Zilinger's matter."
Alger sat up immediately, unable to hide his joy and asked:
"Where is he?"
"Unfortunately, we just discovered his trail, and he sensed our investigation and killed the relevant personnel." Audrey summarized the key details of Hugh and Fors' experiences and explained their subsequent thinking in detail.
Alger nodded slightly and said:
"I will keep an eye on it."
After saying that, he turned sideways and looked at the topmost bronze table, under the gaze of the bewildered and incomprehensible "Sun" Derrick, and said:
"Dear Fool Master, if you figure out the true purpose of Zilinger and what extremely important and magical item he is trying to obtain, please allow me to recite your name and inform you through a ritual."
He didn't repeat the request for the other party's devotees to provide assistance because since he had already explained and the Fool had given a reply, there was no need to be verbose. Otherwise, it would anger the gods.
So, Alger only expressed the attitude of hoping for "reporting".
If the final temptation is sufficient, I believe the Fool Master's devotees will definitely show up.
This would work? Audrey's eyes suddenly widened.
I should have also applied for the right to "report", then maybe I could occasionally get the Fool Master's guidance... She thought with a hint of regret.
In the eyes of everyone, Klein leaned against the back of the chair, gently nodded, and replied slowly:
"Sure."