The prosperity under the lamp was extinguished by blood and fear, and the emptiness echoed in the vast living room.

"Yes, I received the news before, all the exits of the manor have been blocked, and the two adults will be in charge in person, and the wheel of hope will be opened on my brother's side soon, and even if the real demon attacks, we don't have to be afraid."

Wells said, while facing Zhou Duan: "As for now, I need the help of Your Excellency, and my brother said that Your Excellency knows how to do it." ”

"Of course." Zhou Duan took out the seed of hope that he hadn't used for a long time, and a task that had just been transcribed flashed in his mind.

"Tinder empowers the collection.

Side Quest: Find the Dead Bird.

The shadow of death looms over you, and the collapse of your true name accelerates your madness, raising the seed of hope in your hand to find the source of vulnerability.

Reward: 1,000 points, Flower of Nightmares (Teal Archive skill). ”

In addition, the information in the "Leyline Warlock True Record" that Zhou Duan accidentally got last time suddenly recalled.

There's a section on how to use the seeds of hope.

According to the hint inside, Zhou Duan shrouded the brilliance of the Seed of Hope on the bodies of everyone present, but these people were almost Zhou Duan's limit.

"Shepherd, I think I know why Vidos thinks so highly of you." Wells seemed to know something.

"I'm just following instinct, and there's no guarantee of results." Zhou Duan told the truth.

"Wells, the enemy's strength may be very terrifying, you ...... blockade the area like this"

"Diel, you have to understand that the survival of the City of Hope is the highest priority now, and I believe everyone here can agree on this."

"So, what should we do next?" A middle-aged man in a golden gown asked.

"Investigate the case." Wells's answer surprised everyone including Zhou Duan.

"Wells, are you kidding? The strength of that murderer is unfathomable, and I think it would be wisest for us to stay together and wait for rescue. ”

"What do you think, shepherd?" Wells looked at Zhou Duan.

"I think there's something strange about tonight."

Wells smiled and encouraged Zhou Duan to continue.

Siya and Doan have been following Zhou Duan since just now, and Wells didn't care.

"Sunset happened too quickly, but needless to say, there was no such thing as an assassination."

"So could it be that our side is actually a smoke bomb, and the real crisis is not on our side."

"And at this time, we believe that many of the nobles who came tonight will see it......"

"I don't agree, it's pointless."

"Maybe we can find someone with some detective talent to help us complete this commission." It was Dill who spoke.

Zhou Duan nodded: "This is the safest way, I don't know if the earl has invited such a talent tonight." ”

Wells laughed: "Who in the entire City of Hope doesn't know that I like talented people the most, and this time I invited the famous Severed Hand Detective in the West City." ”

"So...... Who's going to do it? ”

"It's up to me and His Excellency the Shepherd to come forward, you can enter the secret room first, make sure that nothing goes wrong, and the outside affairs will be left to me and the Shepherd."

"Well, please." Several people did not refuse.

"Wait." Zhou Duan suddenly said to Siya, "You also ...... first"

"No, I feel like I can make a bigger difference." Siya said confidently.

Zhou Duan did not continue to reluctantly.

"Let's go, then." Wells invited Zhou Duan with a smile, "I heard that this Detective with a severed hand is a romantic figure, and with Miss Ortford, the certainty is even greater." ”

Zhou Duan knew that this was the first time Wells called Siya, which means that Siya is not his maid from now on, but a free man.

"My pleasure." Siya was so beautiful that her face was a little hazy, and there was a hint of relaxation.

After knowing the teacher's news, she didn't have to stay here anymore, so she naturally pushed the boat along the water.

Visitors are rested in the rooms that have been prepared in advance.

Although there will be no people at the banquet, the host will prepare a room for the guests in advance in case of emergency, and it is up to everyone to decide what they need.

The severed hand detective's room was on the second floor, just above the hall.

Zhou Duan came to the door of the severed hand detective with Wells and several accompanying guards.

"Lord Wells, is there something wrong?" The door was opened by a very attractive looking man, and the messy stubble and slightly unruly hairstyle were the favorite of the ladies on this night.

Fortunately, at this moment, probably due to the murder, there is no embarrassing scene in the house.

When protecting the scene of the corpse, Zhou Duan got to know the severed hand detective in general.

It is said that he retired as a detective because he lost a hand in a battle with a high demon in a war.

Zhou Duan looked at the severed hand detective with two leather gloves in front of him, Faith Beer, one of whom seemed to have a stiff joint.

"Can we go in and talk?"

"Of course." Seeing the bright and moving Siya, the detective readily agreed.

After Wells explained in non-aristocratic language, Fez's was silent for a moment.

"I am glad that you have made this decision, Your Excellency, the Earl."

"And what do you mean?"

"I agreed, but I had a few small requests." Fez smiled slyly.

"As long as it's not too much."

"I need an assistant, preferably ......" Fez's gaze fell on Siya, and there was a unique charm in his sharp gaze.

"It's not for me to decide, pastor, you see......"

"I do." Siya didn't wait for Zhou Duan to answer, "For this accident, I also want to contribute very much, but I'm afraid that as an assistant, I'm afraid I'll ......."

"Believe me, with me, the work of an assistant is the easiest." Fez said, glancing at Zhou Duan defiantly, "Because she is only responsible for keeping me in a happy mood at work." ”

"Well, looks like you've decided." Wells threw an apologetic look at Zhou Duan.

Zhou Duan understands Siya's decision very well, the bird, and the faint aura, are very close to the time when Conde was in the back garden.

Although in the eyes of Zhou Duan, there is still an essential difference.

"Wait, I have a request too." Siya said suddenly.

"I will fulfill any reasonable request of the beautiful lady." Fez's voice was frosted and magnetic.

"I wish I could ask the killer a few questions."

Hearing this, Zhou Duan suddenly had an urge to cover his face, how could Siya's IQ at this time be on the same level as Pan Yiping, isn't this a clear statement that you have a lot to do with this matter, but no matter how bad your teammates are, you should be saved or saved.

"In fact, the dead Baron Lloyds, we had a little misunderstanding before, and if this incident is due to us, we hope to atone for his sins."

Of course, these words can't fool people who know the meaning of the pattern, but in Wells's description of the severed hand detective just now, this is a simple murder, and Wells is still his own person for the time being.

"Of course." Fez did not refuse.

Siya also came back to her senses at this time, and stuck out her tongue at Duo'an behind her in embarrassment.

"Alright, Detective, do you have any more requests?"

"Of course, I need this ...... Shepherd, is that how it sounds? ”

"Accurate."

"I hope Your Excellency will be involved as well."

"No, shepherd is my important guest......"

"Thank you, Lord Wells, for your kindness, but I think I'd be happy to help Mr. Feth find out the truth, and, trust me, just like Mr. Vidos, don't you?" Zhou Duan said calmly.

Wells then nodded: "Okay then, I'll let all the guards be at your disposal, and, Mr. Fez, this request of yours has exhausted my patience, I hope you can find out as soon as possible, and protect my guests." ”

"Lord Earl, I am also your guest." Fez spread his hands, and Zhou Duan's words just now made him change his opinion about this little white face.

"Of course." Wells stood up, "Wells, then, I'll wait for your good news." ”

Watching Wells leave, Zhou Duan could feel that the other party's concern just now was not the slightest pretentious.

But is this humanity under a mask, or is it a mask under humanity?