Dinner was cooked by Floyin herself.

Mr. Byers did not like to talk during the meal, but it was evident from his expression that he was quite satisfied with Floyin's workmanship.

"Mr. Biles, please."

Chen Lun poured a cup of "tears of pain" and gently handed it to Biles's hand.

The vicissitudes of life old man picked up his glass and drank it in one gulp.

The next second.

His expression was slightly stunned, and there was a hint of remembrance in his eyes.

Sincere.

Byers put the empty glass down.

"Huh...... Hahaha......"

He laughed.

Immediately afterward, Biles snatched the wine bottle directly from Chen Lun's hand, poured himself a full glass, and finished it in one gulp.

He began to laugh, low, hoarse laughter echoing through the living room.

Chen Lun had greeted Noah Maggie and the others in advance, and there was a special guest who needed to be entertained, so everyone's dinner would be postponed by two hours.

In the living room now, there are only three Chen Lun.

Seeing Mr. Biles laughing with his hair down, Chen Lun didn't know why, he had an inexplicable sour mood.

"Good Wine ......"

Byers looked up, revealing his face.

Chen Lun noticed that Mr. Biles had tears in the corners of his eyes, and I don't know if it was because he remembered the joys of the past or touched on painful memories.

"It's been a long time since I've had a dinner like this, thank you, kid......"

Byers looked at Floyin and said, raising his glass in motion.

Floyin silently responded with a smile.

"And you, Jack, thank you for the wine."

Biles looked serious.

"You're welcome, Mr. Biles."

Chen Lun replied.

Biles held the yellow orchid in his hand, and after a while, he said in a calm tone:

"This remnant of Youlan has the extraordinary power of high-temperature cutting, and it is dexterous and powerful, and it is suitable for all kinds of scenes...... That's why the Church of the Sun sees it as a powerful tool.

But to me, it's just the last vestige of the orchid in the world. ”

Biles smiled and shook his head.

"Its name is 'Shear Acacia', which goes well with its powerful cutting power, doesn't it...... But the price of long-term carrying is that you will lose your memory and slowly forget the person you love most.

This is Youlan's obsession, she wants me to gradually forget all this, forget her. ”

He grabbed the bottle of "Tears of Heart" and said to Chen Lun:

"I love your wine, it reminds me a lot of the past...... In fact, even I was surprised that so many unforgettable things had escaped from my mind unconsciously. ”

Mr. Byers stood up, carrying the remaining half of the bottle.

"Today's dinner and conversation were enjoyable, but it's time for me to go, Jack."

"I'll send you."

Chen Lun and Floyin got up at the same time and followed Biles out of the villa.

"That's it."

Biles stopped and turned around.

"After I leave, I will set off for the dark world, first, to avoid the pursuit of the Church of the Sun and the Asylum in the future, and second, to look for opportunities for promotion.

If you encounter tricky problems in the future, you can use the 'Orchid Statue' to find me. ”

As he spoke, he took out an extremely simple silver bracelet and handed it to Floyin's hand.

"Child, I didn't bring any gifts to visit today, this is something that Youlan once had, I hope you will like it."

"Thank you, Uncle Biles."

Floyin held the silver bracelet and responded politely.

Byers picked up the bottle and turned and walked towards the spirit realm.

'Dark world? How many points of insight does it take to penetrate the spirit world......? ’

Chen Lun looked at Mr. Biles's back and thought to himself.

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The next day.

Chen Lun threw away the extraordinary materials that he didn't use to make wine to Floyin. The latter smiled and put them into the grape ring, and then told Chen Lun that as soon as she was free, she would perform transcendent forging, believing that it would not take a few days to consume them.

After lunch.

The Murder Club's Spirit Courier makes a surprise visit.

"Good afternoon, Mr. Joco."

In Chen Lun's room, the faceless waiter bowed slightly and handed a tray in front of him, on which were placed two letters and a stack of paper documents.

When.

Chen Lun placed the two gold medals on the tray.

"Good afternoon."

He smiled politely, and then took the envelope and papers in his hand.

After some reading, one of the letters was a reply from Akbin, which expressed his gratitude to Chen Lun for the two bottles of extraordinary wine, and said that Drinker had something to do and would hand it over when he returned.

The second letter is a debriefing from a previous commission.

The three killers of the murder club, after going to Sunflower City, find that the target number 7 Red Rose Team has been wiped out. But they also did some research and compiled the results into a paper document.

According to the document, they found some records of the plan related to the plague event from Jerome's corpse, but the most critical [B-class monster - plague in a bottle] was missing.

The three speculated that it might have been taken by His Majesty the King of Killing.

Finally, they tactfully ask if it was Mr. Jocco's delivery of the wine that succeeded in getting a response from the King of Slaughter, thus helping him murder Jerome.

Chen Lun put down the letter and pursed his lips, not intending to answer this question at all.

With this evidence, I can somewhat disgust the Red Apple Church...... And the task of investigating the truth of the plague triggered from Mr. and Mrs. Robert at the beginning should also be considered complete. ’

He flipped to the last page of the paper document in his hand, and found two bloodstained notes pinned to the appendix page, which were Jerome's handwritten letters, with the seal of the Church of the Red Apple at the end.

The evidence is overwhelming, and no matter how much the Red Apple Church quibbles, it will not help.

Of course, Chen Lun didn't expect this document to bring down the Red Apple Church. The most likely outcome is nothing more than forcing them to "jump back" in advance and disrupt their rhythm.

Even so, Chen Lun's goal can be regarded as achieved.

Pulling the 1.0 main story forward has weakened the power of the Red Apple Church in disguise, while buying himself and his team some time to grow.

Thanks to the killers of the Murder Club, these three bottles of wine were not given for nothing. ’

Chen Lun put away the documents and handwritten letters properly, and planned to find an opportunity to secretly send them to the shelter and be a kind person who made a small report.

[B-Rank Mission: A Plague Tale!] It's done! 】

[Rewards: 11,000 XP, 18 Gold Pounds, 5 Regional Popularity, and Natural Factions Mystery Book (Advanced)*1.] 】

"Is there anything else you need and service for? Mr. Jocco. ”

The waiter asked respectfully.

Chen Lun turned his head to look at him and thought for a moment:

"Not for now, thank you...... But a little later may call you again. ”

"See you next time, then, Mr. Joco."

The Faceless Acolyte nodded and bowed, then retreated into the spirit realm.

Chen Lun watched the other party leave, and then received the task reward, and then there was an extra natural faction mystery book in his hand.

Since the parentheses indicate that it is an advanced version, it is unlikely that the extraordinary knowledge contained in it is low-order.

Chen Lun was a little expectant, so he simply flipped through the room

Two hours later.

[You read the mystery books of the natural faction!] 】

["Forest Fire Prevention Man" (progress 40%)]

[By reading carefully, you have gained 800 experience points!] 】

[You have discovered the transcendent knowledge of the natural faction!] Sequence 7 - Ranger (Complete)! 】

'Sequence 7's transcendent knowledge?' Hmmm......'

Chen Lun nodded in satisfaction.

He didn't stop to read, leaned back comfortably in his chair, slowly

It wasn't until Connie went upstairs to inform him that it was dinner time that he finished the entire book, earning a total of 2,000 experience points, which was better than nothing.

After dinner, Chen Lun stopped Maggie.

"I've gathered the transcendent knowledge of Nature's Faction Sequence 7, Maggie, and if you need it, I can give it to you right now...... Your mystical accumulation is enough, you only need to complete the corresponding promotion ceremony to be able to become a [Forest Ranger]. ”

Maggie looked surprised, but she shook her head without hesitation.

"Mr. Commander, the thoughts I talked to you about before have not changed...... I'd rather go the natural branch and become a Plague Doctor. ”

"...... like this"

Chen Lun thought for a few seconds.

"It just so happens that I know Mr. Akbinkorwall, and he's a veteran of that sequence pathway, so maybe I can introduce you to him...... If I can send you to study with him for a while, it may be able to help you achieve your goals. ”

"Really?! Mr. Regiment Commander actually knows Akbin's seniors! Why haven't you heard of ...... before? ”

Maggie jumped up from the couch with an excited expression.

"It's also during this time...... It's a bit complicated. ”

Chen Lun did not explain.

He simply took out a pen and paper and wrote a letter to Akbin on the coffee table. The letter asks Acbin to take care of Maggie, hoping that she will be able to study by her side for a while.

I believe that for the sake of the relationship between the two parties, Akbin will most likely not refuse.

"Then be patient for a few days, Maggie."

Chen Lun raised the letter in his hand, Maggie was inexplicably overjoyed when she saw this, and slapped the head of the regiment several times in succession, simple and rude to the extreme, there was no skill at all, which made Chen Lun roll his eyes.

"Alright, let's go upstairs and get busy with you."

Chen Lun put his hand on Maggie's messy hair and pushed her away, who smiled and turned to leave.

As expected.

Two days later, one afternoon, Akbin wrote back to the matter, and he even came to the estate to pick him up.

This made Chen Lun a little surprised.

The two had a brief exchange on the lawn of the manor, and Chen Lun learned that it turned out that Akbin had developed a strong interest in Maggie based on his general introduction in the letter.

In Akbin's words, it is this natural branching path, which few people take, and not even a transcendent person who borrows from each other.

Since Maggie is so persistent, he will not hesitate to teach, and it is beneficial for both parties to cultivate a like-minded student.

It just so happened that Akbin was preparing for his [Sequence 5 - Plague Master] promotion ceremony, and could ask Maggie to act as his assistant and help set it up.

Ranwen

In the process, Akbin promised Chen Lun that he would teach Maggie [Sequence 7 - Plague Doctor] the extraordinary knowledge, and even impart some of his own unique insights and experiences.

This matter can be described as a great joy for all.

"In that case, Maggie pleases you, Mr. Akbin."

Chen Lun said.

"Don't worry."

Akebin still had the same crow mask on his face, and succinct words came from under the mask.

Maggie said goodbye to Chen Lun, and then followed Akbin and left the manor together, temporarily starting her journey of education and promotion.

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Gem Bang Fossil City.

Asylum building.

"Akbin's wanted can be taken down...... But there is no need to make too much noise, so as not to startle the snake. ”

Mona sat in her new office, explaining to the two investigators.

The two men were a little confused, but they still took the order down very carefully and carried it out later.

Mona looked at the sticky note notebook in her hand, which was the information passed on by Amber City.

Senior Ralph, who remained there, said that Jack secretly delivered an important document to the shelter, which recorded the whole process of Jerome, a monk of the Red Apple Church, planning the plague event, as well as some key details and evidence.

In fact, when Chen Lun typed this small report, he hid private goods. Not to mention adding fuel and exaggerating the facts, he also vaguely expressed some of the ambitions and harms of the Red Apple Church in a cautious and speculative tone.

The whole article looks like he is wholeheartedly thinking about the stability of the empire, and the character of Jack, a kind and righteous transcendent person, is vividly reflected.

At first, Ralph couldn't believe that the Red Apple Church, as the Church of the Seven Righteous God, could be so heartbroken.

However, after many confirmations, and even the evidence was passed to the main city, Fossil City, the relevant departments also believed that this was indeed the case.

The authenticity of the documents and handwritten letters is in doubt!

This also means that the Red Apple Church is guilty of great crimes!

An undercurrent hidden beneath the ocean of empire began to surge.

Mona knows that the stakes are high, and when the forces of all parties learn the truth, they will definitely attach great importance to it. So she immediately compiled the whole process into a book and presented it to her teacher, Rudolftka.

However, it is a pity that the chief judge has not returned since he went out for some things.

"The Red Apple Church is a cancer on the Empire, Jack warned us from a very early age, but almost all of our colleagues don't believe it......"

Mona frowned.

"What do you do with the Red Apple Church ...... now?"

This matter involves the Seven Orthodox Churches, and the leader of Mona's level has no authority to deal with it at all. Even if it is her teacher, I am afraid that she will have to go through the discussion of the Six States Conference, and then report to the headquarters of the Asylum Wangcheng to ask for the decision of the Sun Royal Family.

Even, presented to His Majesty the Sun King for personal inspection.

She let out a long sigh, if others could pay attention, maybe the plague would not have worsened to the point it is now.

Mona has some hatred for iron and steel, and some guilt.

Even she was a little shaken at first, influenced by the words of her colleagues, and did not trust Jack so much.

But as it turns out, Jack was right!

The Red Apple Church has hidden evil intentions, and it is even more terrifying than any cult!

"Team Leader Mona!"

At this moment, an anxious voice came.

A young investigator burst into the office, and Mona and two of her subordinates turned their heads to look.

"Urgent notice! Verdict grown-up betrayal of the asylum! It has been put on the most wanted list of the highest level S! ”

"What?!"

Mona stood up suddenly, her face full of disbelief.

"It can't be!"

She rushed out of the office, completely ignoring the shouts of the investigator behind her.

Mona was rampage through the building, and the colleagues who were pushed away were unhappy at first, but when they saw that it was her, everyone's expressions became complicated again.

Almost everyone knows that she is the favorite student of the adjudicator Rudolfka, but ......

This adjudicator, but he has ulterior motives, has been hiding in the shelter for seven years, which makes people think about it carefully.

Peng!

Mona made her way to the top floor and slammed open the door to the teacher's office.

There were four or five men and women in black standing in the room at this time, each with a finger-sized gold number plate pinned to their chests, with different numbers.

"Imperial Inquisition......

Mona was shocked.

She had only heard of the group, but had never dealt with them.

It is said to be the most secret group in the asylum, and its members are all selected from the leaders of each Torturer Squad and the top of each branch, and they are only under the jurisdiction of the royal family, acting on the orders of the Sun King.

"Team Leader Mona, you're here......"

A long, purple-haired woman wearing sunglasses spoke.

Her lips, covered in purple-black lipstick, opened slightly, and she calmly told one thing:

"I'm sorry to tell you that your teacher isn't actually named Rudolftka, he's an S-Class wanted 'Tragedy Writer' Howard...... Even your father's death was manipulated by him in the first place. ”

As he spoke, a man next to him threw a book at Mona.

Mona looked sluggish, and after taking the book awkwardly, she saw that the cover read "Mona, the daughter of the Runaway".

"The room was very clean...... It seems that this guy has long sensed that something is wrong and fled early. ”

"Then why is the book "Mona, the Daughter of the Runaway" left behind?"

"Huh...... It's nothing more than the bad taste of those guys in the sequence of fate, manipulating the fate of others, and watching others collapse after learning the truth...... Maybe Howard is hiding in some corner right now, secretly laughing at us. ”

The black-clothed men and women in the room discussed with themselves, not caring at all about Mona on the side.

She looked at the dark blue handwriting in the book, her sadness could no longer be suppressed, and she fell to her knees with a thud, tears welling up.

The belief that had always been suddenly shattered at this moment.

It's just that everyone didn't notice it, and an invisible thread floated out of the grief-stricken Mona and escaped into the void.