Chapter 241 Maggie’s Road
Dinner was cooked by Floy himself.
Mr. Byers didn't like to talk during meals, but it could be seen from his expression that he was quite satisfied with Floy's craftsmanship.
"Mr. Byers, please."
Chen Lun poured a glass of "Tears of Heartbreak" and gently handed it to Byers' hand.
This vicissitudes of life old man picked up the wine glass and drank it in one gulp.
The next second.
His expression was slightly startled, and there was a trace of nostalgia in his eyes.
Benedict.
Byers put the empty glass down.
"Haha...hahaha..."
He laughed.
Immediately afterwards, Byers grabbed the wine bottle directly from Chen Lun's hand, filled himself a glass, and finished it in one gulp.
He started laughing, his deep, husky laughter echoing in the living room.
Chen Lun had informed Noah Maggie and others in advance that there was a special guest who needed to be entertained, so everyone's dinner would be postponed for two hours.
There are only three people, Chen Lun, in the living room now.
Seeing Mr. Byers smiling with his head down, Chen Lun felt an inexplicable sour mood for some reason.
"Good wine..."
Byers raised his head, revealing his face.
Chen Lun noticed that there were tears in the corners of Mr. Byers' eyes. He didn't know whether it was because he remembered happy things in the past or touched painful memories.
"I haven't had such a happy dinner for a long time. Thank you, kid..."
Byers looked at Floy and said, raising his hand and raising his glass to signal.
Floy responded with a silent smile.
"And you, Jack, thank you for the wine."
Byers looked serious.
"You're welcome, Mr. Byers."
Chen Lun replied.
Byers held the yellow orchid in his hand, and after a while, he said calmly:
"This relic of Youlan has the extraordinary power of high-temperature cutting. It is dexterous and powerful, and is suitable for various scenarios... so the Church of the Sun regards it as a powerful tool.
But to me, it is just the last trace of Orchid left in the world. ”
Byers smiled and shook his head.
"Its name is 'Cut off Acacia', which fits its powerful cutting power, doesn't it... But the price of carrying it for a long time is memory loss and slowly forgetting the person you love most.
This is Youlan's obsession. She wants me to gradually forget all this and her. ”
He grabbed the bottle of "Tears of Heartache" and said to Chen Lun:
"I like your wine very much. It reminds me of a lot of the past... In fact, even I am surprised. It turns out that so many unforgettable things have escaped from my mind without even realizing it. ”
Mr. Byers stood up, carrying the remaining half bottle of wine.
"It's been a pleasant dinner and conversation today, but it's time for me to go, Jack."
"Let me see you off."
Chen Lun and Floy stood up at the same time and followed Byers out of the villa.
"That's it."
Byers stopped and turned around.
"After I leave, I will set off for the dark world, firstly to avoid the subsequent pursuit by the Church of the Sun and the asylum, and secondly, to look for opportunities for promotion there.
If you encounter any trouble in the future, you can use the 'Orchid Statue' to find me. ”
As he spoke, he took out an extremely simple silver bracelet and handed it to Floy's hand.
"My child, I didn't bring any gifts when I came to visit today. This is something from Youlan's past. I hope you will like it."
"Thanks, Uncle Byers."
Floy held the silver bracelet and responded politely.
Byers carried the wine bottle and turned towards the spirit world.
‘The dark world? How many points of insight do you need to reach before you can explore the spiritual world...? ’
Chen Lun looked at Mr. Byers' back and thought to himself.
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the next day.
Chen Lun threw all the extraordinary materials that were not used in his own brewing to Floy. The latter put them into the grape ring with a smile, and then told Chen Lun that she would carry out extraordinary forging whenever she was free, and believed that they would be consumed in a few days.
After lunch.
A spiritual messenger from the Murder Club pays a surprise visit.
"Good afternoon, Mr. Qiao Ke."
In Chen Lun's room, the faceless waiter bowed slightly and handed a tray to him, with two letters and a stack of paper documents placed on it.
Clang.
Chen Lun placed two gold pounds on the tray.
"Good afternoon."
He smiled politely and took the envelope and documents into his hands.
After some reading, one of the letters was a reply from Akbin. The letter expressed gratitude to Chen Lun for sending two bottles of extraordinary wine, and said that Drinker was out of town for something and would pass it on when he comes back.
The second letter is a report on the previously commissioned situation.
The three killers of the Murder Club went to Himawari City and found that target number 7 Red Rose Team had been wiped out. But they also did some research and compiled the results into a paper document.
The documents record that they found some planning records related to the plague incident from Jerome's corpse, but the most critical [B-level monster-plague in a bottle] was missing.
The three of them speculated that it might have been taken away by the King of Slaughter Mian.
Finally, they politely asked if it was the wine delivered by Mr. Choco that successfully got a response from the King of Slaughter, thus helping him murder Jerome.
Chen Lun put down the letter and curled his lips, with no intention of answering this question.
'With this evidence, the Red Apple Church can be somewhat disgusted... and the mission of investigating the truth of the plague that was initially triggered by the Robert couple should be considered completed. ’
He turned the paper document in his hand to the last page and found two blood-stained notes stapled to the appendix page. These were Jerome's personal letters, with the seal of the Red Apple Church remaining at the end.
The evidence is overwhelming, no matter how much the Red Apple Church tries to quibble, it will not help.
Of course, Chen Lun did not expect that this identifying document could bring down the Red Apple Church. The most likely result is to force them to "jump counterattack" in advance and disrupt their rhythm.
Even so, Chen Lun's goal has been achieved.
Pulling the main line of version 1.0 ahead of schedule weakens the power of the Red Apple Church in a disguised way, while buying some growth time for itself and the team.
'Thanks to the killer of the Murder Club, these three bottles of wine were not given away. ’
Chen Lun kept the documents and handwritten letters properly, planning to find an opportunity to secretly send them to the shelter and become a good Samaritan who snitched.
[B-level mission: Plague Legend! Done! 】
[Get mission rewards: 11,000 experience points, 18 gold pounds, 5 points of regional popularity, and the mysterious book of the natural faction (advanced)*1. 】
"Do you have any other needs or services? Mr. Qiao Ke."
the waiter asked respectfully.
Chen Lun turned to look at him and thought for a moment:
"No need for now, thank you...but I may call you again later."
"Then, see you next time, Mr. Qiao Ke."
The faceless waiter nodded and bowed, then escaped into the spirit world.
Chen Lun watched the other party leave, then received the mission reward, and then the mysterious book of the natural faction appeared in his hand.
Since it is marked in parentheses as an advanced version, the extraordinary knowledge contained in it is unlikely to be low-sequence.
Chen Lun was looking forward to it, so he just opened it and read it in the room.
Two hours later.
【You have read the natural faction mystery book! 】
【"Forest Fire Protection Man" (40% progress)】
[By reading carefully, you gain 800 experience points! 】
[You discovered the extraordinary knowledge of the natural faction! Sequence 7-Ranger (complete)! 】
‘Extraordinary knowledge of Sequence 7? Hmm...’
Chen Lun nodded with satisfaction.
He did not stop reading, leaning back comfortably on his chair and reading slowly.
It wasn't until Connie went upstairs to inform him that it was dinner time that he finished reading the entire book and gained a total of 2,000 experience points, which was better than nothing.
After dinner, Chen Lun called Maggie.
"I have collected the extraordinary knowledge of Nature Faction Sequence 7. Maggie, if you need it, I can give it to you now... Your mystical accumulation is enough. You only need to complete the corresponding promotion ceremony to become a [Forest Ranger] 】. ”
Maggie looked surprised, but she shook her head without hesitation.
"Mr. Leader, the idea I told you before has not changed... I still prefer to take the natural branch path and want to become a [plague doctor]."
"This way..."
Chen Lun thought for a few seconds.
"I happen to know Mr. Akbinkovor. He is a senior person in that sequence path. Maybe I can help you introduce him... If I can send you to study with him for a period of time, maybe I can help you achieve your goal. .”
"Really?! Mr. Captain actually knows Senior Akbin! Why haven't you heard of it before...?"
Maggie jumped up from the sofa, showing an excited expression.
"It also happened during this period...it's a bit complicated."
Chen Lun did not explain.
He simply took out a pen and paper and wrote a temporary letter to Akbin on the coffee table. The letter asked Akbin to take care of Maggie, hoping to let her study with him for a while.
I believe that considering the friendship between the two parties, Akbin will probably not refuse.
"Then just wait patiently for a few days, Maggie."
Chen Lun held up the letter in his hand. Maggie was overjoyed and flattered the leader several times in succession. It was so simple and rude that there was no skill at all, which made Chen Lun roll his eyes.
"Okay, go upstairs and do your work."
Chen Lun put his hand on Maggie's messy hair and pushed her away. The latter chuckled and turned around to leave.
As expected.
One afternoon two days later, Akbin wrote back and agreed to the matter. He even came to the manor to pick him up in person.
This made Chen Lun a little surprised.
The two had a brief exchange on the lawn of the manor, and Chen Lun learned that Akbin had developed a strong interest in Maggie based on the general introduction in his letter.
In Akbin's words, it is this natural branching path that few people take, and not even a transcendent person can be found who can learn from each other and reflect each other.
Since Maggie is so persistent, he will not hesitate to teach him. It can be regarded as cultivating a like-minded student, which is beneficial to both parties.
It just so happened that Akbin was preparing for his [Sequence 5-Disaster Master] promotion ceremony, so Maggie could be his assistant and help with the arrangements.
During this process, Akbin promised Chen Lun that he would teach Maggie the extraordinary knowledge of [Sequence 7-Plague Doctor], and even impart some of his own unique insights and experiences.
This matter can be said to be a happy one for everyone.
"In that case, Maggie will leave it to you, Mr. Ackbin."
Chen Lun said.
"Don't worry."
Akbin still had the crow mask on his face, and concise words came from under the mask.
Maggie said goodbye to Chen Lun, and then followed Akbin to leave the manor, temporarily starting her journey of study and promotion.
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Gem State Fossil City.
Asylum building.
"Akbin's wanted order can be withdrawn...but the noise should not be too loud, so as not to alert the enemy."
Mona sat in her new office and explained matters to two investigators.
The two men were a little confused, but they still carefully wrote down the order and would execute it later.
Meng Na looked at the note pad in her hand, which contained the information sent from Amber City.
Senior Ralph, who was still staying there, said that Jack secretly delivered an important document to the asylum, which recorded the entire process of the Red Apple Church monk Jerome's planning of the plague incident, as well as some key details and evidence.
In fact, Chen Lun was hiding something private when he made this small report. Not to mention adding fuel to the fire and exaggerating the facts, he also vaguely expressed some of the ambitions and harms of the Red Apple Church in a cautiously speculative tone.
Throughout the story, he appears to be wholeheartedly thinking about the stability of the empire, which fully embodies the character of Jack, a kind and righteous extraordinary person.
At first, Ralph couldn't believe that the Red Apple Church, as one of the seven righteous churches, could be so heartless.
However, after multiple confirmations and even passing the evidence to the main city of Fossil City, the relevant departments believe that this is indeed the case.
There is no doubt about the authenticity of the documents and handwritten letters!
This also means that the Red Apple Church is guilty of a great crime!
An undercurrent hidden under the vast ocean of the empire began to surge.
Meng Na knew that the matter was of great importance and that all forces would take it extremely seriously after learning the truth. So she immediately compiled the whole process into a book and submitted it to her teacher, Rudolf Teka.
But unfortunately, the chief adjudicator went out for some matters and has not returned yet.
"The Red Apple Church is the cancer of the empire. Jack has warned us from a very early stage, but almost all his colleagues do not believe it..."
Meng Na frowned.
"What should we do with the Red Apple Church now...?"
This matter involves the Seven Orthodox Churches, and a team leader at Meng Na’s level has no authority to handle it. Even her teacher would probably have to go through discussions with the Six Nations Council and then report to the headquarters of the Asylum City to request the Sun Royal Family’s decision.
It was even submitted to His Majesty the Sun King for personal review.
She let out a long sigh. If other people could pay attention to it, maybe the plague wouldn't have worsened to the extent it did now.
Meng Na felt a little resentful that iron could not become steel, and she also felt a little guilty.
Even she was a little shaken at first. She was influenced by her colleagues' words and didn't trust Jack so much.
But it turns out Jack was right!
The Red Apple Church has hidden evil intentions and is more terrifying than any cult organization!
"Team Leader Mona!"
At this time, an anxious voice came.
A young investigator rushed into the office, and Mona and her two subordinates turned to look.
"Urgent notice! The Lord Adjudicator betrayed the asylum! He has been included in the highest level S wanted list!"
"What?!"
Meng Na suddenly stood up, her face full of disbelief.
"This is impossible!"
She stormed out of the office, ignoring the cries of the investigators behind her.
Meng Na ran rampant in the building. The colleagues who were pushed away looked unhappy at first, but after seeing her, everyone's expressions became complicated again.
Almost everyone knows that she is the favorite student of the Presiding Judge Rudolf Theka, but...
This Lord Adjudicator has ulterior motives. He has been hiding in the asylum for seven years, which makes people think deeply.
Bang!
Meng Na reached the top floor and opened the teacher's office door.
There were four or five men and women in black standing in the room. They all had finger-sized golden number plates on their chests, with different numbers.
"The Imperial Tribunal..."
Meng Na was shocked.
She had only heard of this organization but had never interacted with them.
It is said that this is the most secretive group in the asylum. Its members are all selected from the captains of each executioner team and the senior leaders of each branch. They are only under the jurisdiction of the royal family and obey the orders of the Sun King.
"Team Leader Meng Na, you are here..."
A woman with long purple hair wearing sunglasses spoke.
Her lips, covered with purple and black lipstick, were slightly open, telling one thing calmly:
"I'm sorry to tell you that your teacher's name is not Rudolf Teka. He is the S-class wanted criminal 'The Tragedian' Howard... Even your father's death was controlled by him."
As he spoke, a man next to him threw a book towards Meng Na.
Mona looked blank. After taking the book awkwardly, she saw "Mona, the Daughter of the Out-of-control Man" written on the cover.
"The room was very clean... It seems that this guy realized something was wrong and escaped early."
"Then why is the only book "Mona, the Daughter of the Out-of-control Man" left?"
"Huh... It's nothing more than the bad taste of those guys in the Destiny Sequence, manipulating other people's fates, and watching others collapse after learning the truth... Maybe Howard is hiding in a corner now, secretly laughing at us."
The men and women in black in the room were discussing among themselves, not paying any attention to Meng Na beside them.
She looked at the dark blue writing in the book, and her sadness could no longer be suppressed. She fell to her knees with a plop, tears welling up in her eyes.
The belief I had always had was suddenly shattered at this moment.
But no one noticed that an invisible thread floated out of the grief-stricken Meng Na and disappeared into the invisible. (End of chapter)