Chapter 52 Help
At noon.
The members of the recording meeting gathered in the apartment restaurant, and Old Jerry cooked a delicious meal for everyone.
This gathering was initiated by the host of the gathering, Mr. Stork, not only to celebrate the end of the viewing of "Black Lake", but also to discuss the date of the next "Movie Viewing Day".
Everyone was in a good mood, talking and laughing at the dinner table.
Gillan took this opportunity to ask Mr. Stork to help him purchase two mercury batteries. Next, he plans to enter the "Yuezhuo Village" movie alone again to thoroughly explore the unexplored areas of the mysterious village.
However, Mr. Stork did not respond immediately, but showed an apologetic expression.
"Mr. Snow Owl, I'm sorry, I'm not trying to shirk the blame, but I'm afraid I really can't help you this time..."
He put down the knife cutting the steak and wiped his mouth with a napkin. Said:
“The black marketeer I know happens to be out of stock during this time, and the only mercury battery I have left needs to be used for the next movie viewing at the fair.”
"I see, I know."
Jilan nodded, sighing secretly.
Without the mercury battery, he cannot watch the movie on his own and can only explore with the club members.
This will make it difficult for him to use his hands and feet. After all, it is difficult to do many things without exposing "Panlan", such as corrupt monsters collecting mysterious energy...
"I Can help.”
At this time, a mature and beautiful female voice said.
Jilan turned around and saw Miss Seagull drinking orange juice and smiling lightly at him.
"I have relevant channels at home and can get mercury batteries, but the price will be a little higher than the black market. The unit price is about 105 Caesar... Is it acceptable, Mr. Snow Owl?" she asked .
“No problem, I can accept it.”
Gilan was startled for a moment, then nodded.
"Two mercury batteries, right? Well, I'll help you advance the payment first, and you can pay me the full amount after the goods arrive."
Miss Seagull put down the glass and smoothed the ends of her hanging hair.
"It will take about two days, maybe three days, but not more than a week."
"Thank you, Miss Seagull."
I didn't expect anything. The unexpected turn of events put Jilan in a good mood and smiled at the other party.
Miss Seagull waved her hand and said something trivial.
210Caesar is not a small sum. Even the middle class in the rich area of Brack City's Horst cannot afford such a large amount of money at once. Their annual income is probably only this much. .
Miss Seagull’s trust and generosity made everyone present look at her with side eyes and secretly admire her.
Only she herself was secretly troubled.
"Where are we going to get this money... I can't let Mr. Snow Owl see my joke! Huh! If it doesn't work, I'll use the old man's name to put pressure on that fat guy from the engineering department. First, Let him bring the goods to me!”
Miss Seagull thought to herself.
Next, while everyone was eating, they discussed the specific time of the next "movie viewing day", and finally agreed on three days later, that is, at one o'clock in the afternoon on July 1st. The real film I chose to watch is "Moonlight Village #1" owned by Mr. Snow Owl.
However, just when everyone was about to ask Gillan to tell the basic situation of the movie, Mr. Oystercatcher noticed something strange about Miss Sparrow. He asked with concern:
"Miss Sparrow, what are you doing? You seem to have a bad appetite..."
"Ah, no, it's nothing." Miss Sparrow came back to her senses and quickly smiled and shook her head. "Maybe it's because I didn't get any rest last night."
"You, you can't even lie. Just like that fellow Oystercatcher, whatever is on your mind is shown directly on your face."
But Miss Seagull stirred the juice with a small copper spoon and ignored the Oystercatcher. The gentleman's eyes widened, he shook his head and smiled.
"You have been absent-minded since eating. Is something wrong? It will feel better if you tell me. Maybe we can help you with some advice."
Miss Sparrow has a look on her face. Hesitant, hesitant to speak.
Seeing this, Mr. Stork nodded and spoke in a gentle voice:
"Although the original intention of establishing the Recording Society is to explore the secrets of real film, members should also help each other. If Miss Sparrow is in trouble, we will try our best to help."
The other members nodded and said: Mr. Stork agreed.
After listening to his words, Miss Sparrow looked at the concerned looks from the people present, and pursed her lips in emotion. She took a deep breath, spoke slowly, and told the family's dilemma:
"Dad's factory was targeted by the Louis family because it violated the empire's 'twelve-hour working day'..." ”
Everyone stopped eating and listened quietly to Miss Sparrow. It is not difficult to hear the grievance and helplessness in her tone.
After a while.
"Mr. Foz Laurie is a respectable man. I have heard of his deeds."
Mr. Stork crossed his fingers and placed his arms and palms on the table. Frowning slightly.
“Only three of his factories in Brak City implement the seven-hour work system, and with various benefits, they are very popular among workers... However, because of this, they have been boycotted and resisted by other factory owners. Hostility, the Lewis family uses this as a threat, which is really disgusting.”
"But the 'twelve-hour working day' is indeed a system enforced by the empire. If the matter is caused by the Louis family, Miss Sparrow, with all due respect, this matter will be very troublesome."
Mr. Stork finished, Mr. Oystercatcher's face was full of indignation. He clenched his fists and said loudly:
"This is the ugly face of those damn nobles. They actually resorted to such despicable methods in order to seize the relics of Miss Sparrow's mother." What a stupid trick! But if Mr. Foz resumes the '12-hour work day', I don't know how many people will curse him and laugh at him behind his back, and this good man will have to bear all of this silently!"
"It's no use saying this, Mr. Oystercatcher."
Miss Seagull shook her head. She looked at the sad Miss Sparrow and comforted:
"I can use my family connections to help in this matter. If, I mean if, the Lewis family really reports Mr. Fouts... the fine should be smaller, and I will do my best to let Fouts." Mr. Hereby avoids jail time.”
“Thank you, Miss Seagull,” Miss Sparrow said sincerely, clasping her hands. She looked at the others and thanked them in the same way: "Thank you all."
At this time, Mr. Stork said suddenly:
"I have an idea that may help the Lewis family." Get what they want."
"Huh?" Miss Sparrow and others were startled.
"Miss Sparrow can hire someone in advance, and then let them snatch the pocket watch away when you trade it... This is not your and Mr. Foz's fault, it is just an 'accident'."
Mr. Stork He said calmly.
“However, there are two points to note when doing this. First, the hired ‘robbers’ must be trustworthy, and second, the Lewis family is likely to become angry afterwards, and they must be mentally prepared to be retaliated against.”
"Retaliation...heh, if Mr. Fozzi adjusts the factory back to the 'twelve-hour work system', then the Lewis family will lose this apparent leverage, but if they still dare to retaliate privately, then I will use The relationship at home will cost them accordingly."
Miss Seagull sneered.
Mr. Stork nodded and said to Miss Sparrow: "If they don't follow the rules, I will help you."
Miss Sparrow finally smiled and she nodded firmly.
"Well, according to what Mr. Stork said, I will never hand over my mother's only relic, and I don't want to see my father sad because of it... Moreover, even if I hand over the pocket watch, there is no guarantee that the Lewis family will not be able to do so in the future. He will intensify his threats and blackmails."
As she spoke, she asked Mr. Stork: "Excuse me, does Mr. Stork know anyone who is reliable? I mean, would you like to help me act? 'robber' people..."
"I'm here to help you."
Just when Mr. Stork was about to answer, the silent blond young man beside him suddenly spoke.
Everyone turned around in surprise and saw Ji Lan continuing:
"You have helped me before, Miss Sparrow, I should also contribute to this matter."< br>
“But, Mr. Snow Owl, this... is too dangerous for you.”
Miss Sparrow said in surprise.
She knew very well that Gilan was now wanted, and if he showed up to help her "rob", he might be at risk of being exposed.
But Gillan has a grudge against the Lewis family, and the murderous intention in his heart is already ready. He just plans to take this opportunity to take revenge... At the same time, he can help Miss Sparrow and return her original favor. It can be said that Kill two birds with one stone.
“Don’t worry, I will disguise myself so that no one in the Lewis family will find out.”
Gilan said softly.
"And please believe in my skills and I won't mess this up."
Miss Sparrow looked at the others and found that they had no objection to this. Instead, they nodded, as if they were satisfied with Mr. Snow Owl's suggestion. All the skills are recognized.
She then smiled at Jilan and said:
"Then I'll leave it to you, Mr. Snow Owl."
A trace of anticipatory murderous intent flashed in Jilan's eyes, and the corner of his mouth Smile:
"You're welcome."
(End of this chapter)