Sitting at his desk in the audience room, Todd flipped through the report submitted by Huggins and asked, "Is that all?"

"The Dawsons are cautious, and most of them have a very regular routine, going back and forth to a few fixed locations each day. Huggins touched his chin and said, "I had the members of the Security Service split into small teams and keep an eye on their homes 24 hours a day. Three months on, the information in the report is the only thing we have. ”

Rutledge Daulson returned home at 6:30 p.m., had dinner with his family at 7 p.m., then went into his study to attend to his business and stayed until 12 p.m. and went back to bed. ”

Todd looked at the report, thought about it for a moment, and asked Huggins, "How did these records come from?

Huggins shook his head helplessly: "The Daurson family and some other merchant families, the security work in the mansion is very tight, and our people have tried to sneak in five times, but in the end they all failed. These records were written by watchers on the streets or buildings through surveillance. ”

Todd put the report on the table, frowned and asked, "In other words, these activities of Rutledge at night are the results of observation with the naked eye from a distance." ”

Huggins paused for a moment, then nodded uneasily.

Todd observed Huggins' expression and movements, and suddenly asked, "Is there anything going on inside the whole world of Twilight Xi'an because of these merchant families?"

Huggins gritted his teeth and said in a low voice: "Just some time ago, after investigation, there were seven people in the Security Bureau who were bought by the Chamber of Commerce Alliance, and while doing surveillance work, they sold intelligence at a high price, and I have secretly executed these people......"

"However, these seven people may not be all of them, and there are probably other moles hidden in the Security Bureau......" Todd looked at Huggins and said quietly: "The magic of money is enough to make former partners completely betray their original beliefs......"

"Your Majesty, I have always been loyal to you! If you have any doubts about me, I can ...... here"

Todd interrupted Huggins, "Old man, I didn't doubt you, I was just worried about your decision. ”

Todd got up from his chair, walked to Huggins' side, and said slowly: "You are a person who values love and righteousness, and you can treat those brothers who were born and died with you in the first place, and you can treat them sincerely and trust your life. But the question is, when those who have followed you in the past are blinded by money and power and choose to betray you, can you be ruthless and cut the grass to the roots?"

Huggins' face suddenly turned pale.

Todd patted him on the shoulder: "There are some things that you can't do well because deep down in your heart, there is still a trace of softness and hesitation, which is your shortcoming and your strength, so I don't blame you." ”

"But getting your hands dirty always needs to be done. ”

Todd turned his back to Huggins, cast his eyes on the scenery outside the window, and whispered, "Hudgens, give yourself some time off and take your family out of town to enjoy the vacation." ”

Huggins' body faltered: "Your Majesty, this is your order?"

"No, this is my protection for you. Because what is going to happen in the kingdom next, you won't want to see. ”

There was a moment of silence in the room.

A bitter and dejected voice rang out: "Follow the holy will." ”

Listening to the footsteps fade away, Todra rang the rattle on the table and said to the guard who appeared at the door, "Let Miss Richel of the Xenomorph Society come to me." ”

Half an hour later, Rachel opened the door to the audience room and saw Todd lying in his chair with his eyes closed, silent.

Rachel walked up behind Todd, put her hands on the other's foreheads, and slowly rubbed them as she whispered, "You look tired." ”

"If possible, I would trade all my wealth for those days on the ship. ”

Todd's eyes were closed, a faint smile appeared on his face, and his ears seemed to echo the sound of the waves of the sea and the laughter of sailors.

"Endless responsibility, the future of the kingdom, the expectations of the people...... It is only when you really face these things that you can realize how precious a comfortable and relaxing day is. ”

"From the first day I sat on the throne, I lived in anxiety and doubt. The first thing I do when I wake up every day is to worry about the well-being of the kingdom and the safety of the people. Countless nights I would wake up from my bed to the trumpets of war and the wails of the dead. Looking at myself in the mirror, I always ask myself again and again, what else I haven't done well, and whether I will live up to the expectations of the people......"

Rachel leaned down and kissed Todd lightly on the forehead: "If I were to persuade you to let go now, would you agree?"

Todd opened his eyes, looked at Richel and smiled bitterly, "If I advised you to give up the alien race and go away with me, would you agree?"

A smile curled into the corner of Rachel's mouth, she gently pinched the bridge of Todd's nose, and smiled: "yes, you and I are really similar in some places, we both have unfinished business...... Tell me, what are you looking for me for?"

"Let's talk about the Beacon Tower first, how is the translation of the notes brought out by the Elders?"

"I found two old men who knew Old Tayloro and they were working on translations. If it goes well, you can get the first draft in half a month. ”

"This is a big deal, can they trust it?"

"They can be trusted. ”

Todd nodded in satisfaction, and continued, "Second thing, I just gave Huggins a vacation and I need to find someone to replace him temporarily. ”

"Twilight Xi'an's overall situation?" Richer thought for a moment: "Is it because of the Chamber of Commerce Alliance?"

Huggins had no intentions, but his men could hardly resist the temptation of money. Moreover, I always feel that the purpose of a business alliance is not as simple as campaigning...... So, I hope you can use the power of the Xeno-Guild to purge the betrayers of the Security Service on the one hand, and keep an eye on the major families of the Business Alliance on the other. ”

Rachel smiled and said, "How far do you want me to go?"

"Find out what the forces behind the business alliance are and find out what their true purpose is. ”

Rachel walked up to Todd's side and whispered, "Declare in advance, the xenomorph methods are not bright, and even a little bloody, are you sure that is okay?"

"On the premise of ensuring the stability of Twilight City, I allow you to use any means. ”

Looking at Todd's resolute face in the firelight, Reichel felt inexplicable heartache.

"Todd, as I have said to you in the past, you cannot protect this kingdom and protect your people forever. Sooner or later, you're going to get out of here, and you're going to have to let go of everything here. ”

Todd let out a long breath, patted Richell's hand, and said sadly, "I understand, but before I leave, all I can do is to find a suitable path for this kingdom and all the people." ”