Chapter 7: Recruitment and Enlistment

"You speak," the police chief suddenly became magnanimous.

There is no need for a Chinese introduction; La Pei can certainly guess that this must be the Chief of Police of District 7, Glaros. It seems this fellow cannot stay in the carriage any longer

The girl pouted; she did not like it this way, but she dared not refuse, for she feared she would be turned into a toad, as it is said that dark wizards enjoy doing such things.

What is there that cannot be done? As long as there are sufficient reasons, what does it matter if it is merely a guess?" Biggle Will smiled.

Oh! The girl suddenly jumped up, her mouth wide open and her eyes wide with surprise

I am not very good at this kind of communication. " Rapei still felt somewhat guilty

I will find out as soon as possible," Hand said, patting his chest. He then added, "I will also take care of that quarry as soon as possible

"There are no long skirts." Hand was quite helpless; this is a den of pickpockets, and even the girls wear long pants for convenience of movement. However, the mannequins used for practicing theft techniques do have a few long skirts, but they are all tattered and dirty, completely unpresentable.

A few girls brought makeup supplies, which they had stolen during the day. When Hoff was around, he absolutely did not allow them to steal such items; firstly, they could not fetch a good price, and secondly, women who could afford such things often held some status, and if their belongings were stolen, the police might come knocking. Now that Hand has become the leader and Lape the behind-the-scenes boss, there are naturally no such prohibitions, and the thieves are not afraid of the police. All women love beauty, so they immediately took action.

He is merely a dark sorcerer, skilled in the use of concealed weapons, yet he works as a postman at the postal office, consistently presenting himself as quite ordinary, which is indeed somewhat incredible

In fact, I do not care about the results of the investigation, nor do they above. His Majesty merely wishes to know who the mastermind is behind the scenes," said Lape (who is actually Big Will) in a measured tone.

The little pickpockets suddenly felt no fear; they had all dreamed of being wizards. Especially after witnessing their leader's tragic death yesterday, with the body turning to pus and blood, they had trouble sleeping all night, plagued by nightmares, which only intensified their longing for magic.

I swear, I absolutely did not mean that. In Mane, there are enough women waiting for me to take advantage of, lining up two streets, each one mature and voluptuous. This flat-bodied woman does not align with my aesthetic preferences; I simply do not want her to embarrass me. " Big Will said earnestly.

Three people walked towards the door. When they reached the entrance, Big Will stopped. He glanced at the female pickpocket, furrowed his brow in thought, and then reached his hand under the girl's skirt

Except for Lape, no one can see the ghosts, so everyone only sees Lape in a daze, while in reality, he is conversing with the ghosts

You are taking advantage of her. La Pei expressed dissatisfaction in his mind towards Ge Wei.

No... don't, I said, I said. The old man relented; he did not want to offend a group of dark wizards, nor did he wish to offend a single dark wizard, as the outcomes were nearly the same, both capable of making his life worse than death

The outcome of the discussion is to portray the old man as formidable, suggesting that he is an invisible backer, who is being exploited by La Pei without his knowledge, and is not connected to the secret police.

I have a few more matters I would like to ask for your assistance with. Of course, Lapei gave so much money for a purpose

Lape could tell from the expression of the old man that he had undoubtedly suffered at the hands of those dark sorcerers, and it was highly likely that he had been tormented by pain-inducing substances.

The police chief understood; he was already certain that La Pei was a secret police officer, as a postman could not possibly comprehend such a manner of speaking

The old man knew what the director intended to do, and he secretly felt relieved that he had just moved a batch of valuable items away.

It was an independent ledger, clearly listing every incoming transaction, as well as the destinations of these funds. Most of the money was used for usury, while a portion was invested in land speculation, primarily for shop investments. If all these shops could be considered Hoff's, then that deceased individual was undoubtedly a significant wealthy person. Of course, the name on the ledger could not be Hoff's; a person like him could never be in the spotlight, so all these shops were registered under another person's name.

I have found you another task, to teach her to read and write," Lape pointed at the girl.

Rape raised his wand and threatened, "It seems that you won't speak unless you experience some hardship. As you wish, you will find that the pain curse is merely trivial; there are many things in this world that are far more terrifying."

The deep alley, with its low eaves, has windows that are almost level with the street, and a faint light emanates from within the windows

The target has been moved and hung on the wall opposite.

A pickpocket hurriedly ran in, approached Hand, and whispered something in his ear. Hand immediately squeezed through the crowd and came before La Pei, saying in a low voice: "Fortman wants to see you; he has arrived in a carriage, and it seems there are important figures inside the carriage"

"Is this a test to see if we have the talent to become wizards?" Hand asked excitedly

Lape walked down the steps; half of the house was underground, which made it appear quite dim.

I am too, I am too. Another pickpocket ran over, and he also had a green note in his hand

The skills of this guy, Big Will, are undoubtedly professional; with just a few moves, the impression given by that female pickpocket completely changed, exuding a wildness amidst her beauty

"You certainly have to go out. Even if they are truly secret police, you belong to the lowest tier. If you act too high and mighty, it will instead raise the other party's suspicions," said Big Will.

"My carriage is waiting outside the alley," the director said, glancing around before shrugging his shoulders. "Everything else here is fine, but the carriage simply cannot get in, which is truly frustrating"

Thus, Lape relaxed his body. With a wave of uncontrollable tremors, he transformed entirely; although he merely stood still, he emanated an air of superiority.

Indeed, Rape has never been to Mane; the farthest he has traveled is to Ansel, which is his aunt's home. His aunt is married to a grocer from Ansel. Fortunately, there is a native ghost from Mane here, who speaks little, as Big Will mentioned, but when he does, his words always hit the mark

"No evidence, are we to rely on mere speculation?" The police chief felt somewhat perplexed

This lie must certainly be smoothed over by the middle-aged officer, so he immediately ran off, not only to make a reservation but also to help the chief find a female companion

"You all chat, we will go outside, it is really too crowded here," the police chief said with great tact

"Is that madman named Foller also one of yours?" The police chief changed the subject. He had already confirmed that Lape was much more familiar with Mane than he was, and that Lape moved in circles far above his own level, which left him feeling quite embarrassed

Such accuracy can only be described as average, but those petty thieves are unaware; they merely feel that this hetushu.com is quite impressive

Madam Matilda? The plump director is evidently very interested in this topic

Such a vivid rouge... what is this? Is it a face cream or flour?... Clam oil? Can this stuff really be applied to the face?" Big Will shook his head repeatedly, muttering for a long time, and finally said bluntly: "In Mane, even prostitutes do not use such things.

Oh! A girl jumped up and quickly rushed in front of La Pei, holding a note in her hand. The color of the note was not red, but purple.

Hand walked straight to the sofa, where several people were originally sitting and chatting. Upon seeing La Pei approach, they all fled in a state of panic.

"You don't need to worry about me; I just happened to come by to take a look." The police chief completely ignored him, looking around and secretly speculating about the value of those items

"I am ready here, let's go," said Big Will, as he raised his arm once again towards the female pickpocket.

Lape has been searching for the dark sorcerer

"Who is Fordman?" Rape was somewhat puzzled

"Go buy some more nails, as the demand for nails will be significant in the future," Lape instructed. While acquiring nails is a minor task, the troublesome part is flattening the ends of the nails.

However, this only strengthened Hand's conviction that he wanted to become such an assassin

The words of Bigel Will carry a deeper meaning, expressing not only dissatisfaction with the suddenness of this incident but also an intention to strengthen cooperation

Lapez secretly rejoiced that he had not intended to take action inside the police station, otherwise it would have been a wasted trip and might even have raised suspicions. The information he received yesterday from the middle-aged officer turned out to be rather inaccurate; the middle-aged officer only mentioned that the person was stern and serious, which was no longer merely a matter of being stern.

The girl shook her head

Suddenly, the old man remembered and quickly put on a smiling face: "Officer Fortman, it is you! Your presence has brought great honor to my humble shop"

At this moment, the little chubby boy was also hiding in a corner, clutching a blood-stained piece of paper in his fist, eagerly anticipating a change in the paper. Upon hearing Lapei call him, he hurriedly ran over.

What do you want to do? Lapei does not understand.

"This move is truly impressive," exclaimed a young pickpocket.

Rapei proactively changed the subject; he did not want to mention the matter of the old man Fole. "I have a favor to ask of you; I would like to make use of your subordinates. There is a fellow named Sherlock who seems to lack understanding of the situation."

This time, those pickpockets appeared to be less enthusiastic. After all, throwing hidden weapons does not evoke a sense of bloodshed, whereas stabbing someone with a sword is entirely different; the psychological burden is much greater. However, no one refused. As pickpockets, there is a sense of crisis; it is better to trust one's own abilities than to rely on others. Moreover, no one wishes to be a pickpocket for a lifetime

Big Will was there, mocking and ridiculing.

"Jiya." Hand raised his hand in the distance, and immediately a pickpocket about eleven or twelve years old ran over.

The height of the fire tower is generally around 30 feet, and standing on it provides a complete view of the entire warehouse area

A few years ago, someone raised chickens there and built two large chicken coops. That place then became a spot we frequently visited; whenever we craved something, we would go there to catch a chicken. Perhaps due to excessive stealing, that fellow could not continue for more than a year. Han De looked regretful.

Lape mourned for that venue owner, it seems that raising chickens also requires influence

Is it the kind that can be struck with a raised hand? Hand witnessed that assassination firsthand, and throughout the entire event, only three individuals made the assassin feel threatened: two were magicians, and the other was a wealthy person who relied solely on a short gun for self-defense

Suddenly, Lape stopped, deep in thought. After a long while, he turned to Hand and asked, "Is there any large and inexpensive land in Talen?"

Yes, yes. Sherlock nodded repeatedly; he now regretted it immensely. Had he known that Hoff had died in such a manner, had he known that the new boss was a dark sorcerer, he certainly would not have engaged in such a suicidal endeavor

The old man clearly realized that he had let something slip, and his face grew increasingly pale.

I have been blind to the truth and have previously caused many offenses. As a Yute person, the old man knows best when to yield; it is essential to yield.

"Throwing weapons cannot reach too far, at most a dozen feet. We can set aside a row of rooms for this purpose. I also plan to bring in a batch of hand crossbows... By the way, Hand, please check if there are any craftsmen in the city skilled in making firearms, as I would like to acquire a short gun for self-defense". Lape spoke his mind freely, expressing whatever came to him.

"So how should I deal with this?" Rapei felt a bit anxious; apart from his immediate superior and the ghost before him, he had not encountered any other significant figures. Big Will did not regard a division director as important, but he could not afford to do the same. Rapei even felt his legs growing a bit weak.

You still do not understand, Your Majesty does not need evidence, nor does he intend to take action. Lord Will is dead, and that is that; there is no need to make a fuss over him. Your Majesty only needs to know who the opponents are, so that he can be cautious of those individuals, and we can also prepare in advance. Big Will explained, and as he spoke of this, he appeared completely indifferent, as if the one who had died was not him at all

He is an alchemist, the best alchemist, who was once nominated as an academician of the empire. However, something happened later that made it impossible for him to stay in Mane. "Lape casually revealed that he is not afraid of this director investigating him

Handling personal matters? La Pei was very surprised

You asked him to inquire whether I could ascend the fire tower. Lape wanted to see it with his own eyes

The number of people whose notes have changed is increasing, accounting for approximately one-third. Most have turned green, a small number have turned blue or yellow, and only two have turned purple

A rather loosely organized group. Rapei felt somewhat disappointed; if the memories within the lucky coin were correct, this should be a circle similar to that of black magic enthusiasts

If I hadn't come to find you, these would probably have already become your possessions said Lape with a smile, secretly relieved that he arrived early, as the old fellow hadn't had the chance to transfer his assets

The plump director cannot be said to have any particular taste, but he certainly possesses insight. The long dress that Lape casually made from a piece of silk is undoubtedly superior to the works of the best tailors in the city, and this dress clearly bears a courtly style. How could a local postman from Talen possibly have access to such things

Rape (actually Big Will) does not intend to go out so early; he wants to make that director wait for a while

Hand also replied in a low voice

As they were speaking, Little Wilson had already run down. He saw that Lape was still filled with fear

The food has already been ordered, and Margaret's portion was ordered with the help of La Pei. Next comes the waiting time, which is also a time for casual conversation

"That is Your Majesty's royal tailor," Bigg Will casually explained, and then he bowed slightly to the director, saying, "I apologize for keeping you waiting."

Lapei quickly stopped and asked softly, "What is the knowledge and diagram of the book?"

It is these two who bring glory to your small shop. The middle-aged officer quickly pointed towards La Pei and the director.

At that moment, Hand rushed down from upstairs, holding a piece of silvery satin with dark patterns, which was also part of Hoff's collection. Although it was just a piece of fabric, it was worth at least 2,000 Bishaos.

"That officer is Fordman Tiago, a trusted aide of Chief Shockter Glaros from the Seventh District Police Department. The person in the carriage is most likely Shockter Glaros himself," Hand explained hastily, adding his own analysis.

"This money is not given for free; I still have many matters to ask this esteemed director for assistance with," said Lape, patting the little old man's shoulder. "I have Hand manage those pickpockets; keep in close contact with him, and you will learn a lot."

"Now that I am attached to you, even if it tarnishes your reputation, I will not allow it. I am a perfectionist." Big Will has his standards

"Let everyone come over," Rape said to Hand.

This tactic is indeed effective; the police chief has heard of that Yutlao and knows what that guy is up to, even guessing why Lape is so angry

"Well done." Lape knew that Hand was also trying to win people's hearts, but he did not care

The old man climbed up with immense sorrow and opened two bank drafts

This matter must be reported and decided by the director. The deputy director hesitated whether to return the two bills of exchange to Lape.

Take it for archiving. Hand handed over the map.

As a secret police officer, you represent the king. If it were a department head, there would be grounds for such arrogance, but what qualifications does a branch director have to act this way? That person does not come in but expects you to go over; this is clearly a test of your resolve

I have said that there are many kinds of talent, not just that of a magician, Lapeyre sighed

The female pickpocket was at a loss; she neither understood the meaning of the action performed by La Pei nor knew how to respond.

In the blink of an eye, a blood-soaked ghost suddenly appeared.

"Little Wilson," Rape shouted loudly

Is it easy?" Big Will shook his head and suddenly sighed, saying: "Let's not talk about that. You think we are relaxed, and I believe you find it comfortable. Only those who work in this field truly understand the difficulties involved.

Suddenly, a round of applause came from the entrance

"I heard there is an abandoned quarry in the northern suburbs. Please help me find out who owns that land; I intend to purchase it and convert it into a shooting range. Additionally, I need you to procure a batch of firearms and crossbows, including both long guns and handguns. Ten long guns will suffice, but I need one hundred handguns and one hundred crossbows as well. It would be best if these could be registered under the Seventh Police Station's name," said Lapei, outlining his requests.

"My name is Mary..." the girl said in a flustered manner

Suddenly, a round, chubby face poked out from the third floor, and this fellow hurriedly ran down, looking quite anxious and fearful

It seems they still have some doubts and do not fully believe in your identity as a secret police officer" Big Will said with a sense of schadenfreude

The nail precisely pierced the bullseye; due to the excessive force, it actually passed through completely, embedding itself deeply into the wall, causing the target to fall down instead.

So it is. Rapei nodded, and whether it was he or Big Will, both felt an increasing confidence in that detective. With someone like him taking charge of the assassination case, there might truly be some clues.

"No rush," Lape waved his hand and then added, "Didn’t you say you got a few dartboards? Bring them here and hang them over there." He pointed to the wall opposite and then took out a handful of iron nails: "I will first teach you about concealed weapons."

The alley remains the same alley, the building remains the same building, but the atmosphere is completely different from yesterday. Without Hoff at the helm, this place no longer feels eerie; on the contrary, it is filled with the sounds of bustling activity. As the new leader, Hand is not a person who can sit still; he enjoys the lively atmosphere.

"Very good, quite clever," Lape said with approval, then turned to Hand and said, "From now on, he will serve as your assistant." He then added, "Hand the map over to young Wilson and have him file it."

"That being said, your work must be much easier." The police chief said with a look of envy

This is no exaggeration. Last night, Lape and Big Will discussed this matter and ultimately found a loophole, which Lape, in his capacity as a postman, was able to exploit.

When it comes to the secret police, local police departments mostly do not refuse, nor do they dare to refuse, and the key issue is that there is no way to verify it

At a glance, La Pei recognized it; that was a map

Upon exiting the store of Yutla, Lape took the opportunity of a handshake to slip the two banknotes into the hands of the chief of police

Twenty thousand Bissau, even when converted to gold dollars, amounts to two thousand five hundred coins, sufficient to crush a strong man. Fortunately, with the advent of banknotes, two thin pieces of paper now represent a large sum of money

I still have some things to give you." Rapei snapped his fingers

Who is willing to take on this bad luck

He is an alchemist? The police chief's eyes widened; that madman was a regular at the police station, and he had always thought that guy was a mentally ill person obsessed with magic

Clang

Rest assured, I have already paved the way through the door above, there will be no issues on the side of the hall master

Big Will, while speaking eloquently, took the pin from Hand and used it to secure the shape of the skirt

"I must say, this guy really knows what he's doing. He mentioned that this place was too messy, like a garbage dump, and suggested that we tidy it up. We followed his advice, and it indeed felt much better; not only did it look significantly cleaner, but we also ended up with a few extra vacant rooms. I took some money and bought two pool tables, a set of nine-ball, and made a few targets along with several sets of darts, creating a game room." Hand reported from the side

"Are you Sherlock?" La Pei walked up to the old man.

This set of statements is the result of extensive discussions between Lape and Big Will

Fire brigade. "Lapei suddenly slapped his forehead; he actually forgot about this matter

The old man convulsed in pain; unlike the young Wilsons, he could only convulse a few times before foaming at the mouth, his eyes beginning to roll back.

However, when Lapei entered, the room immediately fell silent. Many people had been unable to sleep through the night, as closing their eyes would lead to nightmares. This was due to the profound and terrifying impression that Lapei had left on them.

The old man finally saw La Pei's appearance, and he immediately understood: "It was Hand who sent you? You little pickpocket, get out of here."

Rape remained silent, his hands tucked into his pockets. In the right pocket, there was a gold coin, and at that moment, his fingers were gently rubbing the coin.

The gilded mask on the corner table should be a relic of the Klez civilization, valued at approximately 5,000 Bisha. Next to it, the palm-sized portrait is a work by the painter Miguel, worth no less than 2,000 Bisha. The gilded plate on the shelf by the door is a piece from the era of Nicholas I, and the long-necked vase beneath it was produced by the Tarsitla Monastery two centuries ago; together, they are worth about 1,500 Bisha. In the entire shop, only these four items hold any real value. Rape (actually Big Will) has an exceptionally keen eye, and upon entering, he immediately identified all the most valuable items here.

"Find a female companion, so that guy won't bring up any overly sensitive topics." Big Will is astute and has an unparalleled grasp of human nature

"How do you know it is black magic? Have you tried it before?" Rapei was very curious, and there was a hint of urgency in his tone

"If I want to join this circle, how can I get in?" Lape asked. Fole is an alchemist, and many aspects differ from those of dark wizards. Although the lucky coins contain memories of dark wizards, they are too few and lack a systematic structure.

"How do you know that?" Rapei was somewhat surprised. He was a postman and was quite familiar with Talen, but he only knew that there was a quarry in the northern suburbs and had never been there.

"Divide it up, each person pricks their finger... any finger will do, and smear the blood on the paper. If there are any changes, let me know," said Lape lazily.

What should I do then? Just stand here and not go out?" Lape asked, as he had never experienced such situations and had no experience in scheming.

As far as I know, the money belonging to Hoff is all being managed by you" said Lape, revealing the true purpose of his visit; he was there to settle accounts

Everyone gathered around, jostling and pushing to grab the notes, but fortunately, there were enough notes prepared by Rape.

At this moment, Big Will had already withdrawn his hand. He whispered in the girl's ear, "I know this makes you uncomfortable, but it will make your steps appear noble and your sitting posture elegant... By the way, I still don't know your name"

With a series of clear sounds, everything on the adjacent table fell to the ground, and several glass items were shattered in an instant, scattering shards of glass all over the floor

Little Wilson's face was filled with jealousy. He opened his palm to look at the note, and to his disappointment, the note had not changed at all.

The police chief was all smiles, feeling that he had made the right decision. He gave La Pei face and was immediately rewarded in return

During private meetings, it is natural to discuss personal topics and to ask the other party for assistance with personal matters. Discussing official business, on the other hand, would seem rather strange. Big Will has considerable experience in this regard, as he is originally from this circle.

However, this is a good thing for Lape: "You go check who owns that piece of land, find a way to buy it, I plan to build a shooting range there. I will find a way to get some longbows, short bows, crossbows, and firearms. It's not just for those who turn the paper blue; everyone must practice a bit."

Rape casually tossed the slingshot into Hand's hands: "If you want to drive a nail, it must be modified; you all go and make the modifications yourselves"

"Can you read?" La Pei asked

When Lape spoke a word, the old man's face twitched. At this moment, the old man already knew that Lape was definitely not one of Hand's subordinates

I am acquainted with a group of individuals who study black magic. They have purchased items from me and have also asked me to keep an eye out for some peculiar objects, the old man said with great distress

Beagle Will may not possess many remarkable abilities, but his skill in understanding people's hearts is exceptional

Lape no longer discussed official matters and began to chat casually with the police chief. This time it was genuine small talk; initially, it was the police chief who spoke, sharing anecdotes about Mane. This was also a form of probing, as he wanted to ascertain whether Lape had indeed been to Mane.

This is akin to the way La Pei felt upon witnessing that assassin commit murder; on one hand, he was terrified to the core, yet on the other hand, he harbored an extraordinary admiration.

She sat down on the sofa, crossing her legs as she took the map from Hand's hands and began to look at it

I am not familiar with them; their identities are all concealed from one another, whether during gatherings or when they come to my place. They are all dressed in heavy robes, with their faces covered by masks, and they travel exclusively by hired carriages

All the pickpockets were left dumbfounded; they had played with slingshots before, but they had never thought of playing in this way

Rod Restaurant is located at the intersection of District 7 and District 4, and it is renowned for its local cuisine. In the evenings, it is always fully booked.

Most people appeared anxious and uncertain about what this was. Only a few individuals showed signs of excitement, among them were Hand, Jiya, and Little Wilson

I do not even dare to compare myself with that person, for he is no ordinary individual; he is at least a great assassin. In the entire Tarren, only Colonel Jaqb, the commander of the guard, is qualified to contend with him

Hello, Director, do you have any requests? Please feel free to speak. Sherlock adopted a humble demeanor, fully aware that when dealing with the middle-aged officer, he only needed to flatter him a bit and then offer some benefits. However, in front of this individual, he would have to make a significant sacrifice.

"Little Wilson." Hand raised his voice and shouted

At first, she taught La Pei to steal out of sheer boredom, never expecting that an interesting boy would quickly transform into a cold-blooded dark wizard. Such a drastic change left her utterly perplexed.

"You do not possess magical talent, yet you are a born assassin," explained Lape.

Indeed. "Lape nodded.

The middle-aged police officer beside him glanced at the chief, fully aware that the chief had not made any reservations at all; he originally just wanted to meet with La Pei and ask a couple of questions

Several people have left, including Margaret.

"How could I possibly let you incur such expenses?" Big Will quickly said, yet he showed no intention of declining.

The old man was slightly taken aback; it was only then that he realized a group of people had entered. Among them were two women and a stout man, and the police officer speaking in front of him seemed somewhat familiar.

Big Will gently lifted the chin of the female pickpocket, looked at her face, and then reluctantly said: "Your skin is relatively fair, and it is night now... Well, just apply a little blush." As he spoke, he took the initiative to grab a cotton ball, dipped it in a small amount of blush, and lightly patted it on the female pickpocket's cheek.

Of course, it is those who aspire to promotions. Although Ma Wen is quite annoying, he has one advantage: he is not interested in promotions; his only interest lies in solving cases. His superiors appreciate this habit of his, as once he solves a case, everyone comes to share the credit. Because of this, every time a case is assigned to Ma Wen, a sum of money is also allocated to him, as this fellow has a 'cleanliness obsession,' so there is no need to worry about him embezzling or misappropriating funds

The locations of genuine gatherings of dark sorcerers are mostly situated in bustling urban areas, making entry and exit convenient. Moreover, once the gathering is discovered, one can easily escape by blending into the crowd. If all else fails, one can also use passersby as a shield.

"Do you have a long dress? Bring another set of jewelry." Big Will ordered Hand, and then he asked, "Who has cosmetics?"

Nothing in this world is more terrifying than a powerful madman

"This statement is reasonable." The police chief expressed agreement: "At least when I was fifteen, there was no need to investigate cases, let alone assassination cases, and the murderer was a top assassin"

This is more difficult than capturing the assassin the police chief replied calmly

The biggest flaw in La Pei's identity as a secret police officer is the old man, Fole. The old man is a madman and cannot possibly cooperate with him in acting. Therefore, it is absolutely necessary not to mention that the old man is also a secret police officer. At the same time, it must be explained why he sought out the old man, especially on the day after the assassination.

"What a sight!" The police chief put down his knife and fork, clearly startled.

"Since it's on the way, let's take a trip after a while." The director was not only trying to curry favor with Lape, but also aimed to gain some advantage. Yute has always been known for his wealth, but extracting profit from these fellows is not an easy task. This time, however, an opportunity had presented itself.

Thank you for your compliment, but it is still far from perfect. Big Will scrutinized the female pickpocket from head to toe for a moment, and finally shook his head in dissatisfaction: This is a style from two years ago, designed by Lady Mathilda for Countess Andrew H. Eberle. The Countess first wore it at the King's birthday celebration, attracting everyone's attention to the extent that His Majesty became a mere supporting character.

Lape reluctantly put away the sign; although it held little significance, having it was better than not having it at all. Even if it was merely an enthusiasts' organization, there were surely genuine dark wizards among them. From them, one could establish connections with other dark wizards and also acquire certain items, such as books on dark magic or materials specifically for dark magic.

"Have your lawyer come here tomorrow; there are three stores that need to be transferred," Lape whispered

"Miss, I still do not know how to address you?" The possessed Rape extended his hand towards the female pilot who had taught him the skills of theft.

No, he was much more glorious than us back then. This time, it was Rapé himself who spoke.

"There is really no need for so much," Sherlock said softly. As a member of the Yute people, he had to be adept at adapting to circumstances, so he immediately began to devise strategies for Lape.

Rest assured, he is quite timid. Moreover, there are always people watching him here, so he cannot escape even if he wanted to

Talen is by the sea, so the most famous dishes here are all seafood. Rape ordered steamed flounder, grilled bass, and two raw oysters. Although it was somewhat monotonous, it still reflected his taste. He also ordered steamed flounder for Margarita, along with onion-fried oysters. Both of these dishes are easy to eat, requiring no knives and forks, and they have no bones, allowing one to eat elegantly even without training

Lape took a bottle out of his pocket, inside which were some small pieces of paper, each measuring half an inch in length and approximately the width of a toothpick

At this moment, the door to the private room was pushed open, and several waiters entered, carrying trays.

"How is his condition? Has he thought about escaping?" Lape asked in a low voice

The old man was still puzzled, but in the next moment, he collapsed, lying on the ground, convulsing all over, his face filled with an expression of pain

"That is my face," Lape protested

The female pickpocket finally understood; she immediately linked her arm with La Pe's, and although it was her first time, she had seen other women do this, especially in the Fifth District

"He has a special informant fee," the police chief said with unusual jealousy

Hande first felt a wave of frustration, but then his eyes lit up: "Just like the assassin from that day?"

"It's just so-so, I didn't have time to work on the lace trim, and I'm also missing some embellishments. Fortunately, this satin is quite decent, which can barely cover some shortcomings," said Big Will, shaking his head.

The police chief felt somewhat troubled, regretting that he had agreed too quickly just moments ago

Hand held the slingshot with great fondness, while others peered in with unceasing curiosity

That guy has quite a talent; he has solved many unsolved cases. When it comes to handling cases, he is the one. The police chief gave a thumbs up, but then he showed a look of regret: "However, this guy is too proud and somewhat self-righteous; he doesn't get along with anyone and trusts no one. Perhaps in his view, other police officers are colluding with criminals, so when he handles cases, he absolutely does not allow anyone to interfere. Moreover, before solving a case, he will not disclose any data to anyone; his files are always kept close at hand, even when he meets with the director." Perhaps in his view, other police officers are colluding with criminals, so when he handles cases, he absolutely does not allow anyone to interfere. Moreover, before solving a case, he will not disclose any data to anyone; his files are always kept close at hand, even when he meets with the director.

"Boss, boss." Han Deyuan approached from a distance, holding a rolled-up piece of paper in his hand

"As long as you are satisfied, this was brought by the fire brigade from the warehouse area," Hand was somewhat pleased, as he could tell that this was Lapey's affirmation of him.

"If I were you, I would definitely not want to resort to violence," said the middle-aged police officer淡淡地.

"Painful curse, black magic," the old man trembled as he replied, his gaze at Lape resembling that of a person looking at a devil

Purchasing one or two firearms is not a problem, but buying dozens or even hundreds at once raises significant concerns; this is tantamount to forming an army! Registering them under the police department's name is indeed a relatively safe approach, but it also increases his pressure. If someone becomes aware of this matter and specifically sends people to investigate thoroughly, he will find himself in trouble

Not merely out of curiosity, Director Pang has spent the entire day studying Lape. He harbors some doubts regarding Lape's identity as a secret police officer.

Sherlock climbed up to the corner, took out a ledger, and then climbed down to present it to Lape.

Upon seeing someone enter, the old man quickly put away the necklace

The middle-aged police officer was indeed quite resourceful, managing to secure a private room. The four individuals were seated inside the room, with La Pei facing the police chief, while the other two seats were occupied by two women. The middle-aged officer stood straight in the corner.

Now Director Pang has witnessed another incredible event

"It is worth waiting a little to witness such extraordinary craftsmanship," the police chief said with a smile, adding, "I have already made a reservation at the Rod Restaurant."

Dark magic has always been a taboo. Although it is no longer two centuries ago, and dark wizards are not universally condemned nor immediately sent to the stake upon discovery, people still regard dark wizards with a sense of respect and distance

"It's very simple, don't talk about any official matters. Regarding the assassination incident, you can at most say a few vague words, and then ask that guy to help with some personal matters," Big Will advised.

"Perfect, this is the most beautiful and elegant dress I have ever seen," said a tall, stout man

"Alright, just relax as much as you can. Let me attach myself to you, and I will deal with that guy." Big was quite helpless. People do not like being possessed by ghosts, and neither does this ghost; attaching itself to another person, especially a man, made it feel quite disgusted

Where did you get this map?" Rape was very surprised

"In the future, if you wish to see me, just have someone give me a heads-up," Big Will promptly replied

It seems I also need to study. Han De smiled broadly as he opened his palm; his note also underwent a change, but instead of being purple, it was a light green.

Not only the director, but the middle-aged police officer standing in the corner also wore an expression of disbelief

"What an ignorant country girl, how could you possibly like her?" In La Pei's mind, Big Will was rolling his eyes.

"Come here, everyone come here," Hand shouted loudly; he was now nothing more than a megaphone.

The police system originally had its own postal system; however, five years ago, due to budget cuts, this postal system was eliminated because of its inefficiency and high maintenance costs. The current approach is to allocate a specific area within the postal office for the use of the police system. Therefore, La Pei only needs to forge a letter.

So it is. The police chief was deceived; he has no interest in thoroughly investigating this matter. That old man is a madman, and he is well aware of it, as is Lape himself.

Big Will tossed the cotton ball aside, casually took out a new pair of gloves and put them on, then turned around to drape the satin over the female pickpocket. He circled around once and turned twice. In the blink of an eye, a piece of satin transformed into an elegant long dress infused with a touch of fashion. Finally, he tied a large bow with the remaining satin around the female pickpocket's waist

Sherlock is very astute in understanding the times, which is a consistent trait of the Yute people. They enjoy exploiting the gaps in rules and indulging in little tricks. However, when they realize they are unable to resist, they become very rule-abiding, leaving you with no grounds for criticism

This is a very detailed map, which not only shows the warehouses and roads, but also marks the doors of the warehouses. Additionally, it labels all items such as scaffolding, winches, and loading tracks.

The old man picked up a cane from the side

I do not know much about the old man; all I know comes from my teacher. The teacher also said that if I encounter trouble, I can seek out the old man Fole. Although the old man may not provide me with direct assistance, he can offer me many useful resources, and being by his side is very safe. Even if the entire Talen were to be destroyed, nothing would happen to him.

Furthermore, La Pei vaguely hinted that the madman's background is quite profound, which implies that being killed by that madman could also mean dying in vain.

"Take 20,000 to Bissau, and transfer the three shops located in the seventh district to that director's name," said Lapei淡淡地. Since he had borrowed the director's name, he naturally had to provide some benefits to the other party

Standing at the entrance, one can clearly see the entire shop. This is an antique store, not large in size, filled to the brim with various clutter. An old man, wearing a round hat and round-framed glasses perched on his nose, with a high forehead and gaunt cheeks, is sitting on a chair, holding a magnifying glass to examine the pendant of a necklace.

Now let us discuss the matter of that group of dark sorcerers said Rapei, sitting in the chair where the old man had just been, crossing his legs as he inquired

"Hidden weapons can be used in this way as well." La Pei took a slingshot out of his pocket, straightened the rubber band, and instantly released his fingers, sending a nail flying out like lightning

"Do you mean that the police chief is here to test us?" Rape thought to himself

Little Wilson ran off with the map, but unexpectedly, he was called to a stop by La Pei before he even reached the staircase

Lape pushed the door open and walked in, the bell behind the door ringing with a tinkling sound

Unfortunately, Rape had no interest in idle chatter. He simply pulled out a soft, necklace-like object from his pocket, and with a quick shake, the necklace straightened out, transforming into a long, slender object resembling a silver dart

"This is a practice sword, but it can also kill, so you all better be careful." Rape removed the cap from the tip, revealing a sharp point, which was wrapped in iron, its sharpness chilling to the bone: "I will also teach you swordsmanship, regardless of whether you have talent or not."

The coachman who was driving the carriage for Talape immediately approached, carrying a bundle of wooden sticks on his shoulder. The thickness was similar to that of a finger, and the length was about one foot, shaped like a triangular prism, with a cap at the top

Before she could finish speaking, Big Will had already taken over the conversation: "Alright, from now on you will be called Margaret"

Lape was not surprised; if these individuals were literate, they would not need to resort to pickpocketing.

Lape recognized this young pickpocket; it was the same child who had reacted first yesterday

By the way, what kind of person is Detective Ma Wen?" Big Will changed the subject.

Well then. Lape could not think of a better way

Sherlock climbed beside the table and carefully took out a sign from one of the drawers, handing it to Lape: "There is a gathering every full moon or new moon, and this sign allows you to participate."

There are also hidden weapons, Han De reminded

Turning yellow indicates a talent for becoming a warrior or knight. As for becoming a knight, forget it; you would need armor and horses, which are simply unaffordable. I will teach you some techniques for using a shield. Since the widespread use of firearms, most warriors have lost their utility, and only heavily armored warriors with large shields still have some relevance. Turning blue allows one to become an archer, crossbowman, or gunner, which offers a much brighter future than that of a warrior. I also recommend that you practice using concealed weapons; in the city, using concealed weapons is far more convenient than using bows and firearms.

Those who grabbed the notes all ran far away, as no one wanted others to know the results of their tests

How does he handle his work?" Lapei asked again

Then take a piece of silk; in a small place like Talun, I never expected there to be any good tailors

Is this even possible? A police officer with a moral obsession? How does he support his informants? Without informants, how can he solve cases?" Big Will shook his head.

The discussion initially focused on the progress of the assassination investigation. The police chief spoke very vaguely, and after listening for a while, Lape lost interest, as there was not a single useful piece of information in it

Lape held a handful of iron nails, and with a sudden flick of his wrist, a series of light clinks echoed as all the nails were driven into the wall opposite him, with five nails piercing through the target.

The old man's smile instantly froze on his face, as he had already figured out who the fat man was

Did you not say that no one likes him? This time, it was Lapey who inquired, and he found it quite surprising

Now that the sun has set, Big Will can come out, but he can only move within ten meters of the lucky coin

There is an abandoned quarry in the northern suburbs, where the ground is covered with scattered stones and nothing grows. Houses built there remain uninhabited, and it is far from the main road. Originally, there were some warehouses, but due to the inconvenience of access, they were ultimately abandoned.