Mystery: I, the Hermit, am too eager to improve

Chapter 192 Fool, your loyal servant is in place.

"Susie, you've been acting strange these past few days?"

After Audrey finished her tarot session, she went outside and saw Susie lying on the floor, deep in thought.

It's rare to see such an expression on a dog's face, but...

This is an extraordinary pet.

Susie barked once and then went into the room.

It landed lightly in its place—

A futon for dogs.

It spoke, saying, "I've been thinking about Mr. Egger. I've always felt something was off about him, but I couldn't figure out what it was."

"What did he do wrong?"

Audrey was slightly taken aback.

Mr. Egger...

She didn't notice anything wrong at all!

Susie thought for a moment and said, "His emotions were very restrained, with no outward manifestation of them."

"Perhaps it's just his habit? Or is it his ability to sequence?"

Audrey said.

Susie sat up, looked up, and said, "Shadow!"

"What?"

"In my observation, he seems to be someone hiding in the shadows, completely unfathomable, as if he is deliberately avoiding things."

Susie described her feelings.

A person in the shadows?

Audrey imagined that image, then shuddered and said, "Susie, what you're describing is terrifying!"

"Maybe I'm describing it wrong? I've been thinking about how to describe it for the past two days, after all, I'm just a dog."

Susie wagged her tail.

Audrey sat in the chair, lost in deep thought.

Then, she sat up.

"Sometimes, because of different perspectives, we may perceive things differently, and in these aspects, you are sometimes more pure than I am."

As the other party in the conversation with Iger, Audrey was unable to focus on the perspective of an "audience".

and.

She hadn't considered using her extraordinary abilities directly on Aiger.

If discovered, the consequences could be very serious.

Audrey sighed softly.

Then, she thought for a moment and said, "On Friday, I will observe him carefully to see if he has the feeling you described."

"Um."

Susie lay on the cushion and started flipping through the book in front of it.

reading.

This is now one of its important hobbies.

"Oh, right, Annie..."

"Miss."

As Audrey shouted, the maid Anne came in from outside the door.

Audrey said, "Have someone make arrangements. I'm planning to go for a walk. Um—oh right, no need, you can go now."

???

Anne was completely bewildered and left, puzzled.

Then, Audrey looked at Susie.

"Susie, can you keep an eye on things outside for me?"

"it is good."

……

"Ah, I really miss Fors on the second day without her!"

Hugh lay on the sofa with a blade of grass dangling from his mouth.

Without Fors, she didn't know who to consult, and suddenly lost her sense of direction in many things.

Hey!

When will MI9 contact us?

As she was pondering, she heard a faint, ethereal voice.

Immediately following.

"Mr. Fool, I would like to speak with Miss Judge alone."

Ok?

Upon hearing this, Xiu responded quickly.

The next moment, a deep red light appeared before her eyes, and in the blink of an eye, she was inside the bronze palace above the gray mist.

"Miss Judge, I know you're very familiar with the East District and Bridge District area. If I want to go there for a stroll, what should I be aware of?"

"what?"

Hugh was shocked—

Has Audrey become this brazen?

Using Mr. Fool as a messenger for remote communication is incredibly audacious!

She didn't even consider what the other person wanted to say for the time being.

After being stunned for a few seconds, Hugh finally came to his senses.

"What did you just say?"

"What should I be aware of if I want to go to the Bridge District or the East District?"

Audrey had no choice but to patiently repeat it again.

Hugh calmed down from his shock.

She thought for a moment, then said, "My only advice is that I don't recommend you go to the East District or the Bridge District."

"..."

Audrey blinked, but didn't respond for a moment.

Two seconds later, she realized that this was above the gray fog, and Hugh probably couldn't see her shocked and confused expression.

She quickly asked, "Why?"

"Anyone with eyes can tell you're from a noble family, and a very noble one at that. That kind of air can't be hidden by clothes."

Hugh patiently explained, "Let me give you an example."

She said she was going to use a metaphor, but then paused for a moment, looking around as if pondering how to use it.

After thinking for a moment, she said, "A golden retriever, no matter how it's dressed up, can't turn into a wolf, right?"

"It's not impossible."

Audrey smiled playfully.

With Susie's intelligence and acting skills, she could truly capture the essence of a wolf.

In particular, it has been reading a lot of books lately.

"Sorry, just kidding. I know what you mean—that I don't fit in with the East District or the Bridge District?"

"right."

Xiu nodded repeatedly.

She said, "If you really want to experience and observe, you can start by observing the Joewood area. Most of the residents here have some income, but not a lot."

Could you give an example?

Audrey asked.

After thinking for a moment, Xiu said, "Your monthly expenses for Susie could probably cover the expenses of a family here for a month, or even several months."

Audrey's mouth opened slightly, then she remained silent for a few seconds.

"It's no exaggeration. For example, the place where I live with... well, where my friend lives is on the list of the top 50 most expensive places in the world. How much does Susie spend a month?"

"It should be a bit higher than that number."

Audrey gave a cryptic answer.

In fact, it wasn't just a little more, but quite a lot more, but she didn't know the exact number.

"Yes, the situation here is much better than in the East District and the Bridge District. Many residents here feel a sense of superiority when they meet ordinary people from the East District and the Bridge District..."

Xiu recounted his observations and feelings in detail.

"Finally, even if you want to go to the Joewood district, I still suggest you change into more commoner clothes, and it would be best to make yourself look ugly."

Audrey listened attentively.

Finally, she stood up and thanked them.

"Thank you, Miss Judge, your insights have been very helpful. May I hire you to come with me?"

"certainly."

Xiu smiled.

She happened to be free of work, so I was more than happy to keep her company!

Audrey looked up.

"Thank you again, great hermit. What price do I need to pay?"

"It's nothing."

Klein, sitting up there, wanted to laugh, but at the same time felt a pang of emotion—

Miss Justice seems genuinely interested in finding out!

that's nice!

He was happy to offer his help in these matters, hoping to bring about positive change.

Klein wished him well from the bottom of his heart.

After a moment, Audrey and Hugh returned to reality.

Audrey spoke in a relaxed tone.

"Susie, I'm going out for a bit. If anyone comes, please stop them."

"???"

Susie tilted her head, looking at her with a puzzled expression, as if she were an idiot.

Do you want to listen to what you're saying?

but.

As Audrey turned her head, her expression quickly softened.

"If you're not afraid of me being captured and taken to the Church of the Night, no problem, I can help."

"Uh, sorry, I was so happy I forgot."

Audrey laughed, "I'm going to do something I've never done before, so I'm a little excited!"

……

"Mr. Egger, are you done resting?"

"Yes. What's wrong?"

Someone is waiting for you.

Jennifer leaned closer, "The old gentleman from last time."

"understood."

Roy smiled slightly and walked toward the spot where he had met Moroz earlier.

really.

In the usual spot, Moroz was reading a magazine.

"Mr. Moroz"

"Mr. Egger, I'm sorry I haven't come to see you these past few days, but I simply couldn't spare the time after the assassination attempt on Duke Negan."

Moroz sighed.

The assassination of the Duke of Negan has had such a profound impact that the aristocracy and the Conservative Party are now in complete disarray.

All the decisions made previously are now at a standstill, and we don't know what to do next.

Roy smiled and said, "I'm sure the Conservative Party is in a lot of chaos right now."

"Yes, they originally planned to appeal together in an attempt to overturn the previous decision to repeal the Grain Act, but now nobody is bringing it up."

Moroz sighed, "Without a leader, the Conservative Party is no longer a match for the new party."

"As expected, the New Party is the general trend, and the Conservative Party's resistance is only temporary. However, it's a pity about the Duke of Negan. He was a generous and magnanimous duke."

Roy praised it.

Moroz smiled and shook his head, not continuing the conversation on the topic.

"What are your plans for the future? Do you need my help to make the first move?"

"No need, Earl Hall has already approached me."

Roy told him about the ball.

Upon hearing this, Moroz paused slightly in his hand holding the book, then smiled.

"That's good. With Earl Hall taking the lead, this matter should be able to continue."

"I have to thank you for your initial help."

Roy hadn't forgotten the other's contribution.

Moroz sat in his chair and said with a smile, "When I saw you that day, I knew you were a talented person. You know, first impressions are often very important."

"Yes, I understand."

Roy nodded.

Who knows...

There are some additional instructions here.

However, it probably has nothing to do with "008" and is likely related to the Psychological Alchemy Society.

Roy adjusted his glasses.

"I was originally going to ask if you needed any help, since you were a great help that night."

Moroz said.

He sighed and then said, "As an ordinary person, I really can't be of much help. Money certainly won't be of much help to you."

"You've already helped me enough. If all else fails, how about providing me with a place to farm? I need to conduct experiments beforehand."

"That's easy. The Negan family also owns some land on the outskirts of Backlund, and I have a few myself. I can give you one."

Moroz said.

Roy shook his head: "Forget about giving it away. I don't really care about these assets; I just need a place to study them."

"no problem."

……

Thursday, on the buildings in the West District.

"Sherlock, is this the place you're talking about?"

"Yes, a Mr. Miller came to me hoping I could investigate whether there was anything wrong with the house, and that's how I discovered the basement."

Klein explained.

Ikonser nodded slightly, then climbed down from where he had indicated.

Not long after, he saw the underground ruins that Klein had mentioned.

Upon returning, Ikonser pondered for a long time before taking out the Magic Mirror of Arrodes.

"Your Excellency Arodes, my question is, what is the origin of this underground ruin?"

After a moment, an ancient building with heraldry appeared on the screen.

Ikonser stared at the emblem, then his pupils contracted slightly.

This is……

Tudor!

It's actually related to Tudor?

Iconsel was astonished.

He learned for the first time that such a place was hidden beneath Backlund.

Iconsel was thinking.

A line of words appeared on the mirror.

"What is Hongguang's real name?"

Iconsel's forehead was covered in cold sweat.

After a brief silence, he said in a deep voice:

"Nanides!"

"Error." The blood-red words on the mirror changed again. "Mission, or punishment?"

Ikonser's expression showed obvious struggle, and he finally exhaled and said:

"punish."

A bolt of silvery lightning appeared out of nowhere and struck him on the head.

Iconsel's hair stood on end, and at that moment, Klein couldn't help but feel nervous, as if he could see himself in that state later.

Struck by lightning, the poor butler fell straight down.

The member of the Mechanical Heart who was with him quickly went to help him up, and Klein took the opportunity to touch the floating mirror.

The next moment—

Before he could ask a question, a line of text appeared above.

"Your faithful and humble servant Arodes is at your service."

what?

Klein was completely bewildered and deeply shocked.

What's going on?

It's completely different from when it faced Ikonser before!

At this moment, Ikonser struggled as if to stand up, and Klein quickly said, "Honorable Arrodes, my question is, is there any danger lurking underground?"

His question quickly caught Arrodes's attention.

In just a second, a scene appeared on Arrodes' mirror.

This is……

A sky ablaze with blood and fire.

What does that mean?

war?

Klein frowned slightly, puzzled, when the text above changed.

"Based on the principle of reciprocity, it's my turn to ask a question."

"If you answer incorrectly, or lie, you will be punished."

The silver mirror paused for two seconds.

Iconser stood up, looked over in confusion, and then saw a message.

Why do you prefer working alone?

Iconsel looked in the mirror, then at Klein.

This problem...

Does Sherlock have some secret in this regard?

Klein gripped a spot on his sleeve, then slowly said, "Because I am an unofficial Extraordinary, I find it difficult to trust someone unless I know them inside and out."

Two seconds later, new words appeared in the silver mirror.

"You are very honest."

Then, its text disappeared.

Iconsel nodded slightly and said, "Now you actually have a new option, which is to become our informant."

"I've gotten used to being alone, but if you need any information, you can contact me. I'd be happy to help."

Klein laughed.

Iconsel did not doubt, but instead asked about the scene that Klein had just seen.

Klein then recounted the feedback.

Blood and fire...

Iconsel thought for a few seconds and said, "Logically, Arodes would provide clearer information directly. What do you think it would be?"

"War? Disaster? Blood and fire, aren't they usually what represent these two things?"

(End of this chapter)