Chapter 18: Stripping the Hidden Secrets of the City

Don't just ask about other people's tasks, and don't ask questions that shouldn't be.

What Shinji is doing now is asking about other people's tasks and asking questions that shouldn't be askedβ€”at least on the surface. Although from the position of the "Dark Hand", Shinji is also within the scope of the mission, but it is impossible for him to take the initiative to sit on this matter.

"Is this sarcasm or admonition?"

"It's neither, it's just a simple statement of facts. ”

"Forget it, it doesn't matter if it's not, the important thing is that there are contradictions in what you just said. Her Majesty's style, known throughout the clock tower, is that she loves talent and has the confidence to convince those who are unruly. I haven't heard of her using conspiracy traps to obliterate them in advance just because these talents are not easy to control in the future. ”

The woman questioned did not panic, she smiled and explained:

"Real people don't fall into such a simple trap, and I don't even see if it's dead, and those people don't seem to be worthy of the title of talent. ”

"It's not a good habit to be stupid, Miss Kano. You should know that I'm not talking about results, but about methods and ideas - not everyone can reach the heights of Her Majesty, and in the eyes of most magicians, Mr. Heine and Miss Luvia are tall enough to lead the world of magic. ”

"Hehe, it seems that Mr. Shen has a lot of respect for Lord. ”

"There are many admirers of her - don't use this clumsy trick to change the subject, whether I'm the 'hand of darkness' or not, your answer will determine the outcome of the game. ”

"The answer is actually very simple, I don't deliberately target any one other than a specific person. The issuance of invitations is also issued in a special form, such as the one in your hand, which was first sent to Lord Almeroi, and then after several turnovers, and finally arrived in your hands, which is really interesting results. ”

As he said this, a hint of playfulness appeared on Ryori Kano's face.

"Is it for the sake of it, or is it for help? Either way, Professor Wilwitt's choice proves that he is a smart man. Mr. Shen is Chinese, and should know the allusion of 'Jiang Taigong fishing, and those who wish to take the bait'. ”

"Of course I do. Shinji nodded, his eyes also revealing playfulness, "Miss Huaye wants to be Mrs. Jiang?"

"It's just an analogy, the Lord can fish with a straight hook, and the most I can do is drop a lure that makes people feel excited, and it is not clear which fish will be hooked. ”

"Isn't it a bit too greedy to not only want to catch a specific fish, but also to want an extra catch. ”

"Not greed. Ryori Kano shook his head, the playfulness on his face turned into helplessness, "It's difficult to ensure the success of the mission without this way."

"Oh, what fish are so powerful?"

"Ollock Sisamond. ”

"It's such a big fish. The others are future stars at best, but this one is a real person in power, has he offended you in any way?"

"He did not offend us, he offended the owner of this castle, Griwin Ashuburn. The Ashuburn clan did not die of natural causes, but died of his killing, and the man who killed him was Ullock Sisamond. ”

"I see. Griwin is the fatriator of the Law and Political Section, he has been killed, and you will take revenge. ”

"Nope. We only received a pre-prepared commission from Griwin, and the processing of the estate has always been handled by our Legal and Political Affairs Section. ”

Ryori Kano corrected it, but unfortunately Shinji, who knew the truth, didn't believe it at all.

"Does the estate also include revenge for the deceased?"

"If the reason is justified, it is not impossible to pay a certain price. ”

"Hmph, it's really wide, the Law and Politics Section, hey~ the Law and Politics Section. ”

Shinji snorted twice in a weird way, Ryori Kano didn't care, the Law and Politics Section had received too much criticism, and he had long been used to it.

"Is there anyone else on target but Orlock?"

"No, but I don't know if the remaining magicians will be affected. After all, I'm just in charge of sending invitations and faking my death, and the rest is left to Ashuburn's 'legacy', and its appetite is even bigger than I thought - I'm a little worried about if it won't get out of hand. ”

"Are you worried that it's going to get out of control or are you worried that it's 'not' going to get out of hand?"

In the face of Shinji's sharp questioning, Ryori Kano replied solemnly.

"It's the former, and if I can, I hope Mr. Shen can help me. ”

"How can I help?"

"Help me deal with that 'beast', it has a special ability to stop the magic mark, and only a warrior like Mr. Shen, who can fight even without relying on the magic mark, can deal with it. In return, I am willing to divide a portion of Ashuburn's estate. ”

"Including the secret method of Ashuburn?".

"Yes, but I don't recommend choosing this. ”

"Why? Could it be that the name of this restorer is fake?"

"No, the repair is real, the problem is the material used in the repair. ”

"What material?"

"Magic markings, magic marks of other magicians. ”

Hearing Reiri's answer, Shinji showed a thoughtful expression.

Kano Lingli was puzzled, "Isn't Mr. Shen surprised?"

Magic marks are like human organs, they can't be transplanted casually, and it's a fantasy to combine unrelated magic marks together.

However, Shinji's answer surprised her.

"Butterfly Magicβ€”it seems that Ollock and Ashuburn have a deep relationship. Using magic engraving as a raw material, it's no wonder that the Law and Political Science Division is needed to cover up. ”

Mr. Shen ...... It's terrifyingly sharp. Ryori Kano praised.

"It's far worse than Miss Kano. ”

Shinji wasn't being modest, he already knew the answer, and he just followed the words on the other side.

"Then I don't want the engraving repair technology, I want the relevant materials and hard currency of butterfly magic. ”

"Deal. ”

"Without further ado, I'll go now, where is it?"

"In the ......," Ryori Kano closed his eyes, as if he had activated a certain technique, "...... The vestibule, fighting Mr. Heine. ”

"Then the last question, the answer to the puzzle - ask the name of the angel, that puzzle should be yours. ”

"Oops. Ryori covered her mouth. It's like saying, I thought it wouldn't be exposed.

"Because it's so complicated, so complicated that it is out of the original Kabbalah system, it feels like it's deliberately making things difficult, not like an old man who is nearing the end of his life would do. And your 'way of death', pierced by Michael's sword, Michael's sword repels Satan, Satan is a serpent, and you are comparing yourself to a serpent hidden in the shadows. The image is very vivid, but the play is too heavy. ”

The woman twisted her body, and it did look like a snake, a beautiful snake.

"So here's the problem – the answer is Aladiah, do you need me to tell you where the answer is?"

"No, I'm not interested. "It's enough to know the answer that you've forgotten," "Congratulations, Miss Kano, you've won the bet, and hopefully nothing like this will happen in the future." ”

"I hope so, I wish Mr. Shen good luck. ”

Having the answer he wanted, Shinji didn't hesitate any longer, let go of the dagger, and turned to leave.

Looking at the back of the young man who had fought with him and disappeared into the darkness, Ryori Kano gently stroked the pierced chest and whispered to himself, as if muttering.

"The magician is dancing with deception and mystery. Everyone knows that they can't get to the root of it, but they all aim for it. Only we won't participate in that stupid dance, will you be one of us? ”

Outside the hallway came a roar that didn't belong to a human, seemingly close and yet seemingly far away.

The woman stood behind the door, listened intently, and waited quietly for the final ending.

She's not lying, she's just casting the bait, and the fish are then fighting each other, either way.

PS: Please see the first volume of "The Book of Events of the Second World" for the specific solution to the puzzle, which is very interesting - the traitor tried to describe the side this time, and tried to narrate from other perspectives as much as possible, so I won't repeat it. The combat part may be paraphrased from part of the original text, after all, it involves the setting and special magic.