Mystery: The Undead Don't Die from Linking the Fire

Chapter 46 You don't need to hide it, we all understand.

As time went on, Earl Hall's gaze toward Ember grew increasingly kind.

It's like a kind elder looking at a junior who is excellent in every way, so excellent that he can acknowledge them.

In terms of status, although the rank of viscount is somewhat lower, he has at least entered the ranks of the nobility.

Furthermore, Ember is at least a genuine viscount, not just a viscount's heir.

In terms of ability, he was already a Night Watcher of the Church of the Night at a young age.

Moreover, judging from his concealed identity and experience, he clearly has close ties with the middle and even upper levels of the Church of the Night.

Their arrival in Backlund from Wintershire clearly had a purpose that was not known to others.

Earl Hall had no intention of investigating the purpose behind it; he only needed to know that Ember was no ordinary person.

therefore.

Ember's knowledge, eloquence, and abilities impressed Earl Hall, who nodded repeatedly with approval.

Although there was still some displeasure with Yu Jin for acting without consulting her first, her overall attitude had changed somewhat.

Just then, there was a knock on the door.

"Bang bang~"

"Come in."

Yu Jin subconsciously looked towards the door. A beautiful and elegant blonde woman with blue eyes pushed the door open and entered. With a polite smile on her face, she joked, "Gentlemen, I didn't mean to interrupt your conversation. But it's lunchtime now, so I think you can have lunch first before continuing."

"I'm sorry, Caitlin."

Earl Hall gave a wry smile, then introduced them to Ember, "This is my wife, Caitlin, and this is Viscount Ash Black. Ash, I'm sorry to have kept you so long. As compensation, how about you stay and have lunch with us?"

"It's my pleasure."

Yu Jin rose and gave a slight bow to the Countess, then smiled and accepted Earl Hall's invitation. After a pause, he added, "However, before that, I think I need to go to the restroom first."

"Oh, look at my brain."

Earl Hall slapped his forehead in annoyance, but the Countess was quicker and ordered, "Lola, take Viscount Black to the restroom."

Laura, the Countess's personal maid, dressed as a maid with long brown hair and brown eyes, bowed respectfully and led Ember toward the washroom.

The Count and Countess, on the other hand, headed towards the restaurant.

"How is it?"

The countess suddenly asked a question that seemed out of the ordinary.

"He's an outstanding young man."

The count nodded slightly, approvingly saying, "The viscount's title is not low, and he also has close ties with the Church of the Night."

Although it wasn't explicitly stated, the Countess could tell how much her husband valued the young man.

"It doesn't look bad."

The Countess frowned slightly and murmured, "However, this seems to differ somewhat from Anne's description. Could it be an act?"

Anne was Audrey's personal maid, and in her description, although her words were quite restrained and carefully chosen.

But the Countess could also hear one thing—

That's a gigolo who lives off women.

But her husband's words seemed to completely overturn this assumption.

"Won't."

The count pointed to his eyes and said without hesitation, "If everything he did was truly an act, it couldn't have escaped my eyes. My dear, you must trust my judgment."

"Of course I believe you."

The Countess sighed softly, her voice still tinged with worry. "But you know Anne doesn't lie, especially not about this kind of thing, and we've already had the Extraordinary verify it, haven't we?"

"this……"

The count frowned, unable to grasp the key to the matter. After a moment of contemplation, he said, "Perhaps this is a misunderstanding, or perhaps there's some other hidden secret. But don't worry, I think we'll find out the truth soon."

"That's true."

The Countess nodded slightly, her gaze fixed ahead.

Audrey stood up when she saw the two of them at the long table in the restaurant.

"Dad, Mom."

Audrey greeted them with a sweet smile and pulled out a chair for the Countess.

No, darling.

The Countess smiled and said, "Not today."

"Huh?"

Audrey was somewhat puzzled.

The mother's eyes held a clear hint of teasing and mischief.

It doesn't seem like a bad thing. Could it be that someone important is going to sit next to me?

Is that my brother back?

Audrey's mind raced as she began to guess who was coming.

She even speculated that it might be a prince—

This might be a blind date arranged by her mother for her, even though she is not yet an adult.

But soon, Audrey's brain stopped functioning.

Because she saw a familiar figure at the restaurant entrance.

"Earl Hall, Lady Catherine."

Ember greeted everyone one by one, and finally looked at Audrey, "And Miss Audrey."

"Good day, Viscount Black."

Audrey's expression stiffened for a moment, but she quickly recovered and responded in a low voice.

She didn't know why Ash was there.

Did they come to visit on their own initiative? Or were they invited?

Audrey didn't know why, but she still instinctively tried to pretend to her parents that "I don't know him well."

However, her mind was already in turmoil, and she didn't notice that the expressions of the White Duke and the Countess turned amused at the same time when they heard her address them.

"Sit down, Ash."

Earl Hall, seated in the main seat, greeted them with a smile.

Yu Jin didn't stand on ceremony and pulled out a chair to sit down.

No, not that.

Earl Hall shook his head and pointed to a spot to the side. "Sit here, closer."

"..."

Ash looked slightly surprised and glanced at Earl Hall with a puzzled expression.

However, he did not refuse, and adhering to the principle of "when in Rome, do as the Romans do," he sat down in the seat indicated by Earl Hall.

And coincidentally...

This seat was right next to Audrey's.

The Countess, who was supposed to be sitting there, did not sit on Audrey's other side, but instead chose to sit opposite Audrey.

Even though Audrey was a seasoned audience member familiar with acting techniques, her eyes still went blank.

On the contrary, the count's eyes held a hint of mischief, while the countess couldn't help but cover her mouth and chuckle.

At this moment, they didn't seem like nobles, or even Audrey's parents; they were simply two people enjoying themselves while watching the drama unfold.

"What's going on?"

Audrey instinctively turned her gaze toward the embers.

Although she didn't speak, Yu Jin could see the questioning look in the girl's eyes.

"Thank you for your invitation, Earl Hall."

Ember noticed Audrey's gaze, stood up, raised the wine glass on the table, and toasted Earl Hall.

"Don't worry about it."

Earl Hall chuckled and said, "After all, you and Audrey are friends, aren't you?"

Ember shrugged, while Audrey blushed instantly, her heart filled with shame at being teased by her parents.

(End of this chapter)