Electric light has also formed a chain of interests, but unlike gas, half of the shareholders of electric light are military people, so in the political arena, the power of the gas association is superior.

Many members of the gas association scoffed at electric light and looked around for its shortcomings.

Their vision only sees that their own interests have been violated and that they must protect their own interests.

So they looked at the electric lights a hundred times unpleasantly, and tried their best to create a scandal for the "Earl's Light" in order to make a fuss.

However, the old fritters in the parliament can basically see that the gas association's attack this time is just that the interest groups behind them want to get a share of the electric light market.

After all, just in terms of the brightness of the electric light, the gas lamp has no chance of winning!

Interest groups have no feelings, they only have interests in their eyes.

As soon as Hobart is pushed to the negotiating table, representatives of interest groups will immediately appear and gain admission to the electric lighting industry by selling out the gas association.

It's an old routine, but it works.

Originally, the investigation team was quite happy to see Hobart coming, which meant that Hobart finally compromised and their efforts finally paid off.

But what does Hobart mean when he says he wants to stop selling electric lights? Is he just holding back?

It shouldn't be, whether it is Duke Christine or Earl Hall, the political status among the nobles is quite high, and under their mediation, although the "Earl's Light" will lose some benefits now, it will definitely have better development in the future!

While they were still confused, Hobart had already taken off his top hat and said, "Ladies and gentlemen, I will take my leave." ”

It wasn't until Hobart left that everyone looked at each other, as if asking: What now?

But because they also thought that even if Hobart did not want to expand Beckland's business, the shareholders of "Earl Light" would definitely not agree, and Hobart would come back sooner or later.

Sitting in the carriage, Hobart glanced contemptuously at the Capitol before coming to work at MI9.

Now that Hobert is working at MI9, he is becoming more and more Buddhist, and he only comes here to wander around when he has time.

Lunch at MI9 and in the afternoon with Cunas to the East Byron Veterans Club.

Admiral Emilius did bring new business to the "Earl's Light", working with the military to study the use of generators on ships.

Funded by the military, the "Earl's Light" produced the technology of the generator, and the research results are owned by both parties.

Although it is owned by both sides, the lighting system used on the subsequent warships must have been ordered from the "Earl's Light".

And "Earl Light" can also go to receive orders for lighting systems for merchant ships, which is a very cost-effective business for "Earl Light".

Hobert was a little reserved and agreed to the research project, knowing full well that everyone saw that electric lights were so profitable, and that the investment in the power industry in the next few years would be huge.

Especially after the outbreak of war, some research projects will be subject to military management, and the investment will become very large, and the technology of high-power generators may be overcome during the war.

Then Hobart must take advantage of the first-mover advantage and accumulate some more cutting-edge technology.

After the business was discussed, the three of them were chatting while playing cards, and Emilius asked Hobert, "Is the Gas Society pouring dirty water on the 'Earl's Light'?" ”

Admiral Emilius is the representative of the military shareholders, and they certainly have the means to put pressure on the gas association if Hobart needs it.

Hobart smiled: "Maybe by next year, there will be no such organization as the Gas Association." ”

Emilius and Chunas glanced at Herbert together, especially Chunas, who remembered that when she first joined MI9, her tone was not so wild.

Chunas withdrew his gaze and glanced at his cards, but then he seemed to realize something, and the hand holding the card trembled unconsciously.

Hobert's honorific name was announced on Longtail Island, but now Longtail Island is relatively closed except for Tutujia Harbor, and the intelligence leader Chunas has not received relevant news.

Amelius also seemed to realize something, and while releasing the huge pressure of the demigods of the "arbiter" path, he said as if very casually: "It's good that you know it in your heart." ”

Hobert quietly blocked Emilius' pressure: "If you need it, I'll ask you for help." ”

Emilius felt that he hadn't tested Hobert's strength, which was already telling, but he wanted to make sure again, so he glanced at Chunas.

Chunas also wanted to test his conjecture, so he also exuded the majesty of a demigod, and the momentum of the two of them joined forces to suppress Hobert.

Just when the invisible competition in the chess and card room was at its most intense, there was a knock on the door, and then the door of the chess and card room was pushed open.

The hapless Colonel Calvin and Congressman Macht were recruited again, and this time Macht didn't even shout the "Goddess", he fell straight to the ground, and Colonel Calvin also retreated again and again.

Crane, who was standing behind the two men and had the face of Dawn Dantès, hurriedly caught Councillor Macht, who had fallen to the ground.

Klein glanced at the chess and card room, and after seeing Hobert and Emilius, he was stunned at first, and then sighed in his heart: It's just a card game, as for it?

Then he glanced at Chunas again, he had been investigating Chunas before, and today he finally had a chance to make friends.

At the poker table, Emilius and Chunas glanced at each other, and they were sure that Hobert was already a "mad mage".

At the time of that card game in July, Hobert was still a "fallen earl".

This time, it was Hobart who got up and beckoned Klein and Calvin to carry Councilor Maher to the couch, and he used a "healing technique", although Mahert did not wake up for a while, but there was no danger.

After Alvin introduced Dwayne Dantès, the two of them sat down, apparently to join the game.

Because of the presence of Cunas, Hobert and Klein pretended not to know each other.

As Hobert pondered, he "twisted" the final victory at the Klein table to himself, when Admiral Emilius and Chunas dropped their cards and lost the interest in playing.

Hobert was a bit of a pity, and was going to try it out against Klein at the poker table.

Klein didn't realize that he had missed an opportunity to win a lot of money, and he was glad that the game was over, otherwise there were four demigods at the table, and if he still released the pressure of the demigods like he did just now, then Councilor Makht might have just woken up and fainted.

At the moment, Chunas chatted with Klein about the situation in the Southern Continent, but he was actually asking about the previous arms business in disguise.

After understanding the situation, Chunas took a sip of the champagne handed by the waiter and smiled at Klein, "You are a very interesting person, it is a pleasure to meet you." ”

This sentence is a kind word, which represents the end of this conversation.

"I'm glad to meet you, too." Crane had wanted to take the opportunity to reconnect with Chunas, but with Emilius and Hobart present, it didn't seem appropriate to talk about anything else.

So he got up, as if to take his leave, and glanced at Hobert.

Hobert understood, and was willing to give Klein some cover, so he said, "I heard that you just came to Beckland at the beginning of the year?" ”

Klein's buttocks, which he had just raised, sat down again: "Yes." ”

"Are you still used to life here?"

"Except for the fact that the number of days I see the sun is a little small, I am quite used to other places."

Hobert smiled: "Then you have to prepare a manor in the suburbs, and in winter, the fog in Beckland will be even stronger!" ”

Klein's eyes lit up: "I have this plan, and I must buy a manor with a forest farm and a hunting estate." ”

As if casually, Cunas asked, "Do you like hunting?" ”

According to the information Klein received, one of the major generals' hobbies was hunting, so he turned the conversation to this as soon as he had the opportunity.

"Yes!" Klein took the opportunity to say: "In the Southern Continent, you can go hunting in the woods at will. ”

The ability of the "Faceling" made Klein's every movement seem so natural, and at this time, the expression on his face was stunned, and joy turned into helplessness: "After coming to Beckland, I haven't even touched a gun." ”

Hobert sighed in his heart: At the demigod level, the "soothsayer" is definitely the nemesis of the "audience", whether it is expression or body movements, it is very well managed.

Hobert, who knew Klein's purpose very well, once again assisted: "I have no interest in hunting, and I don't know where there is such a manor, these two may be able to provide relevant information." ”

Chunas pondered for a moment before speaking, "I do know that there is a manor that meets your requirements for sale, but I will have to send someone to confirm it for you, and when I have the exact news, it will be delivered to ...... Well, Berlund Street, right? ”

"Yes." Klein said sincerely, "Thank you very much. ”

With this connection in place, Klein got up again to take his leave.

After Dwayne Dantès left, Cunas commented, "This is a wild man who knows how to seize opportunities." ”

Emilius smiled and said, "In Beckland, even curly-haired baboons have to behave. ”

"That's right." Hobert followed Emilius's words and said, "It seems to me that there are quite a few curly-haired baboons in high society. ”

The three of them chuckled together and chatted about something else.

At about three o'clock in the afternoon, Hobert returned to the Earl's Court, finally having some free time, but it occurred to him that it was time to make some advanced charms for the "thief" path.

Such a charm can often have an unexpected effect when placed around.

He sighed, lamenting that after he was promoted to Sequence 3, there would be no more leisurely time.

After preparing the twenty carved silver tablets, he went to the "Land of Disorder" to collect 20 "Worms of Time", and then began to set up the altar and pray for the power of the fool.

After reciting his name and saying his prayer, Hobert soon seemed to see the light of the spirit world and the illusory castle above it.

Immediately afterwards he felt the gaze of the "fool", but the "fool" did not respond immediately.

Hobert estimated that it was the "Fool" who wanted to curse for a moment when he saw the twenty half-finished charms neatly arranged together.

It was only after a second or two that the "Fool" began to respond to Hobert's plea.

Because the spell is relatively advanced, this is not the kind of spell below the level of a demigod, and a batch of performance is made at a time, even if Klein becomes a demigod and masters more power "above the gray mist", he can only give three charms enough power at a time.

After 20 spells are made, the gaze of the "Fool" disappears immediately.

Hobert praised Mr. Fool, who reckoned he was about to drain Crane's spirit: it felt so comfortable to pick up wool.

He checked the charms on the altar, there were 4 "Charm of Stealing", 10 "Charm of Deception", and 6 "Charm of Deprivation".

Hobert instantly felt as if he had an "extraordinary Gatling", and there was no opponent below the angels!

Distribute the black crystal-like charm, carry it with you, and put it in the "Land of Disorder" section.

Originally, Hobert wanted to put it in the Earl's Palace, but he was afraid that these charms would attract thieves, so it was better to put them directly in the "country of disorder" with peace of mind.

After a little rest, in the evening Hobert went to Earl Hall's mansion for a feast.

Originally, Hobart wanted to make a small talk with Audrey first, but because of his speech at the Houses of Parliament today, it was completely beyond everyone's expectations.

Earl Hall left Hobart in the living room and talked about the "Earl's Light".

"I know you're worried about the Earl's Light." Hobert smiled, "But don't worry, I'll take care of it." ”

Seabert, the eldest son of Earl Hall, asked, "Is there any difficulty with the 'Earl's Light'?" That's why you have to make such a compromise? ”

"Hobert is clearly not intending to make any compromises and concessions." Or an old fritter like Earl Hall can see clearly.

Hobert smiled, "That's right, it can only be said that the Gas Association chose the wrong opponent." ”

He then said seriously: "In fact, the gas association is not without opportunities, they have a rich accumulation of funds, and there is still most of the lighting market.

"At this time, if they turn to electricity investment, it is completely timely.

"It's a pity that the long-term comfort has made them lose their determination to forge ahead."

Count Hall's father and son were silent for a few seconds before Hibbert said, "Do you know who your opponent is?" ”

Hobert smiled, "Of course I do. ”

He changed his words: "But, they obviously asked me for help, they wanted to share our interests, and they were so arrogant and accusatory."

"There may have been people who were used to them, but that was before, it was someone else, and I wouldn't be used to them.

"If you want a piece of the pie, you have to come to me politely with a smile on your face.

"Make money, don't chill."

Hibbert was about to say something more, but Count Hall raised his hand to stop him: "It's good to have such momentum." ”

He touched his sideburns, which had a few gray hairs: "When I was young, I had some ideas, but later, those thoughts faded away. ”

Hobert smiled, "These people can't kill me yet." ”

Count Hall did not continue to talk about this topic, but asked about the frequent contact between the top management of the "Earl's Light" and the ambassador of the Republic of Intis.

This is why the Prime Minister attaches so much importance to the issue of the "Earl's Light", because it may involve the leakage of cutting-edge technology.

It is difficult for the "Earl's Light" to be in contact with the ambassadors of other countries in Beckland, and Hobart also generously admitted that the "Earl's Light" will go to the Republic of Intis to build a power plant in the future.

He said: "The biggest problem here may be the government's obstruction, and now we can take advantage of the opportunity to solve the problem at one time." ”

Earl Hall smiled, "That's a good idea. ”

Father and son were first nobles, then merchants, and finally members of parliament in the kingdom of Rune.

In their opinion, this kind of transnational business is normal, and the only concern is how much profit the "Earl's Light" can make?

Hobart said in his heart: Of course it's very good, "plan and then act"!

They chatted for a while, and it was time for dinner.

At the dinner table, Audrey and Caitlin also talk about "Earl's Light", but Hobart just tells them that he will solve the problem as soon as possible so that they don't have to worry.

While a few people were walking after the meal, Hobert finally had a chance to be alone with Audrey.

Audrey asked with some concern, "Hobert, are we really going to stop all operations in Beckland?" ”

"It's a pause." Hobert smiled: "I have received so many orders before, and it will not be installed until the end of September, so I can take advantage of this time to catch up." ”

Previously, there were too few electricians for the "Earl Light", and the installation speed was too slow, so far, the orders received have to be delayed for more than half a month to complete the installation.

The two of them were strolling through the garden, and the electric light lit up the whole garden very brightly.

Audrey asked again: "But, what about after half a month?" ”

"It doesn't take that much time to solve the problem." Hobert Road.

"You've figured it out?"

Hobert replied, "The solution is ready-made, and since they have used some despicable means, then don't blame me for being rude." ”

Instead of the topic, he whispered, "Are you ready?" How about doing it tonight? ”

Audrey hesitated for a moment before nodding: "Okay!" ”

"On this mission, your partner is Hugh." Hobert said: "Because this is the first time you have participated in such a mission, this mission is dominated by Hugh, and you have to follow her orders." ”

Since the relationship with Hobart was confirmed, Audrey no longer contacted Hugh: "Okay. ”

She decided to change her appearance and body shape for a while, so as not to interfere with her movements at night.

Hobart briefly introduced the two targets, neither of which were difficult to deal with.

At last the two agreed that Hobert would come to pick up Audrey at eleven o'clock in the evening, and they talked about other topics.

Audrey wanted to know what was going on in the Southern Continent, so Hobert talked about the current progress of the Balk family, which was now involved in the administration of three states, probably the size of a county in the Kingdom of Rune.

Of course, they were only one of the forces in that land, the others were the local nobles or generals, and the colonists of the Northern Continent.

With Hobert's massive investment, the family's power has grown rapidly.

At present, the Balk family gets along well with the colonists, after all, the colonists also want to have investment from the northern continent in their territory.

As for the development model of the Southern Continent, similar to that of South Coulson and Long Tail Island, Hobart intends to establish a sound industrial and agricultural system first, and then open up investment channels to the outside world.

This is a development method that has proven to be highly controllable many times, and if the channels for foreign investment are opened at the time of primitive accumulation, it is likely that in the future, the country's industry and economy will not be fully controlled by the government.

Talking about this matter, Hobert was very eager to talk, and it was nine o'clock in the evening after chatting.

It's late, and it's a bit rude not to say goodbye.

Hobart returned to the Earl's Court, changed into clothes that would make it easy to move, and then approached Hugh and told her to act tonight and get her ready.

At eleven o'clock, Hobert went to fetch Audrey and put her in the taxi carriage that Hugh had found.

After a few more brief explanations, Hobart pretended to leave.

In fact, he still quietly followed behind, to see if he could draw out the Aurora Society's divine envoy.

However, Hobert also knew that the first assassination operation should not encounter the attack of the Aurora Divine Envoy, but only to attract their attention.

In the case of a second assassination attempt, it is possible to attract the support of the Aurora Divine Envoy.

But this time, Hobert will definitely follow them, firstly to ensure Audrey's safety, and secondly, to see how much Hugh has improved after being promoted.

Hobert followed the carriage three or four kilometers as if he were strolling leisurely.

Soon they came to the first target's residence, and the carriage came to a halt at a great distance, and Audrey followed Hugh as she made her swift passage through the shadows of the street.

This is an old apartment building in Wood District, and the target lives on the third floor, and the tactic is that Audrey sneaks into the third floor and breaks down the door.

Hugh hung out of the window, waiting to attack the target on the escape, or quickly jumped in to support.

According to Hugh's experience, the other party will definitely escape, after all, they are members of the Aurora Society, they have been in a state of hiding, and they will consider escaping first after encountering an attack.

Boom~

At the appointed time, the door was slammed open by Audrey.

As Hugh had expected, the spirits had become alert to the target and immediately fled to the window.

But his steps of escape suddenly slowed down, as if he were strolling down the street, his eyes sometimes a little dazed, sometimes a clear struggle.

Looking at Audrey at the door again, her two pupils turned pale gold, but because she was a little nervous, the hypnosis of "giving up any resistance" to the target was not very effective, and this Aurora Club member could break free at any time.

Outside, Hugh sensed the opportunity and slammed open the window with a sharp jump, as if the target had suddenly woken up from his sleep, but before he could use his extraordinary powers, Hugh's dagger had already pierced his carotid artery.

After drawing the dagger, Hugh dodged it very tactfully.

呲~

Blood sprayed all over the wall, but not a drop on Hugh's body.

Audrey watched her target fall to the ground, gave herself a "reassurance", followed the steps agreed before, brought the quilt, wrapped the still convulsive corpse with Hugh, and quickly left through the window.

It was only when they had re-entered the shadows of the street, and the residents, awakened by the sound of the door banging and the barking of dogs, came to see what was going on.

Back in the rental carriage, Audrey tried to stow her feet to avoid touching the corpse.

Hugh smiled secretly, but didn't say anything.

Although Audrey's performance was very good, and she did not panic in the first action, because she was "not familiar" with her, she did not make some reminders, but talked about the situation of the second target.

The second target, a Sequence 8, was more successful, completing two assassination missions by midnight.

After leaving the scene for some distance, Audrey gets out of the car, and Hugh goes to dispose of the body.

When the carriage was gone, Hobert appeared at Audrey's side.

Immediately after, the two entered the illusory spirit realm, and appeared in the study of the Earl's Court a few seconds later.

Audrey, who was wearing a black knight's suit, took off her mask: "I, I almost threw up just now." ”

This tight outfit made Audrey show a different beauty, the original weak girlish temperament was gone, and every movement seemed to become more powerful.

Hobert smiled: "The first time I saw a killing, this reaction was normal. ”

Audrey sat in her chair for a moment before asking, "Why did Hugh take the body away?" ”

"Because you're dealing with an extraordinary organization, there are many clues hidden on the corpses of other extraordinary beings." "Hugh did a very professional job," Hobert said. ”

Audrey asked again: "Will the driver of the rental carriage call the police?" ”

"Beckland after dark belongs to the world of darkness." Hobart smiled, "In this big city, there are a lot of people doing some shady work.

"I remember Hugh mentioning that she had similar relationships with many coachmen, and that she didn't have to worry about whistleblowing, because these coachmen also had some shady secrets."

Then Hobert helped Audrey review: "The next time you attack the enemy, I suggest that you can try to use 'shock' or 'madness' to affect the opponent's state first, and then go to 'hypnosis', the effect may be better."

"Also, after 'hypnosis', don't keep the state of 'hypnosis' all the time, it doesn't matter if 'hypnosis' lasts for a few seconds, use the seal I gave you to quickly attack the target.

"This way, even if the target is immediately out of the 'hypnosis' state, you have a certain advantage."

Audrey was stunned: "You, you were there at the time?" ”

Hobert smiled, "No, but I can see your fighting. ”

It was only by "distorting" and "tampering" with the distance that he allowed his vision and hearing to appear on the battlefield, while he himself was four kilometers away.

Audrey glanced at the clock in the corner before getting up and said, "If you have this action in the future, remember to call me." ”

"No problem." Hobertra took Audrey's hand and sent her back.

Back in the study, Hobert waited for more than half an hour before Hugh came to hand over the task.

Taking the two extraordinary traits handed over by Hugh, Hobert said, "When you submit the investigation materials of the other three Aurora Society members, by the way, bring the auxiliary materials for promotion, and I will immediately give you the extraordinary characteristics of the 'judge'." ”

Hugh was stunned for a moment, feeling somewhat incredible.

Previously, when he obtained the potion recipe for the "Judge", the masked man once again advised Hugh to join MI9, because even if he obtained the potion formula, it was almost impossible to find the main material of the "Judge" through means such as extraordinary gatherings.

This is the path that the royal family has in their hands, and in the kingdom of Rune, in the kingdom of Fenerport, it is impossible to have this level of material circulation.

Not to mention the Sequence 6 level, Hugh hadn't even seen the main material of this Sequence 7 level in an extraordinary gathering for so many years.

And now that he has completed one round of assassination missions and two rounds of investigation tasks, he can get the extraordinary characteristics of "judge".

Although she had planned to work with Hobart before, she knew that she would soon be able to acquire the characteristics of "judge", but when she really got to this point, she still felt that it was still a little unreal.

"No problem." Hugh paused before speaking.

Hobert took out another 300 pounds in cash from his wallet: "Of which 100 pounds is the reward for the previous investigation into Herwin Lambis's address.

"The remaining £200 is the cost of the previous investigation of the gas storage location and the investigation of the new gas storage location tomorrow."

Hugh said again: "Too many. ”

If the Bounty Hunter Fee is applied, these surveys add up to a maximum of £160 to £180.

Hobart handed over the money: "Not much, because I have other requirements." ”

"What requirements?"

"Pay attention to the construction of intelligence networks." "It's good for you and me," Hobert said.

"Also, if you don't have a reference in building an intelligence network, I can arrange for you to go to MI9 to study."

Hugh took the money: "I am familiar with the tactics of MI9. ”

She thought for a moment and said, "The only thing I lack is that I don't have loyal subordinates to run the intelligence network. ”

Hobart thought that the Witch Research Society was already operational: "After you are promoted to Sequence 6, I will provide you with some manpower, and if there is someone suitable to be your subordinate, you can stay." ”

Hugh realized at this time that his current cooperation with Hobart was very much like a partnership in starting a company.

Hobart contributed money and people, and he contributed his own efforts.

But that's fine, what bounty hunter wouldn't want to have a stable and extensive intelligence network?

Hugh agreed to Hobert's offer of cooperation before asking, "Why do you say it's an investigation into the new storage location of gas?" ”

"You'll find out tomorrow." Hobert smiled, "If you realize that you are exposed, notify me immediately by praying to the 'Founder'. ”

Hugh realized that Hobert's counterattack was about to begin: "No problem. ”

Hobert opened a bottle of wine and poured himself and Hugh a glass each: "Congratulations, tonight's mission was successfully accomplished. ”

What Hobart wants to congratulate more is actually Hugh's recent progress.

A solo bounty hunter like her, when she performs tasks and earns bounties, is the best training for herself.

And Hugh has more than enough experience in this regard.

After Hugh left, Hobart looked at the fog outside, drank two more glasses of wine, and then flipped through the information Hugh had provided earlier: "Let me see, where to start first?" ”

Bang~

Two minutes later, a violent explosion was heard in downtown Beckland, and a gas storage site, for unknown reasons, suddenly exploded.

What's even more bewildering is the two night shift staff inside, and they don't know that they were swept out by the air waves? Or how did it come out?

Anyway, when I came back to my senses, I was already sitting down on the street.

This huge explosion woke up all the surrounding residents, and some people wanted to light gas lamps, but even coins were thrown in, but there was no gas.

Bang~

Just as people were wondering, there was another violent explosion.

At this time, the person who had the electric light in the house immediately turned on the light and looked out.

The people who were still using the gas lamps were in the dark, and they had to rummage through candles that had not been used for a long time.

It was destined to be a sleepless night for Beckland, because every few minutes outside, there was a very regular explosion of loud sound.

It was only after five explosions that several gas companies reacted and quickly sent people to investigate.

However, due to the lack of fast means of communication, by the time the stress team arrived at the scene of the accident, there had already been several explosions.

By the time of the eighth explosion, Georgina had already appeared in her office, and the demigods on duty at MI9 had already visited three of the explosion sites to make a brief investigation.

When Georgina heard that there had been an explosion at the gas storage site, she immediately sent someone to contact Deputy Director Hobert of the Operations Division to see if he was at the Earl's Court.

Soon, the agent in charge of contacting Hobart returned and reported that the deputy commissioner had been drinking at his mansion and had said that he was going to complain to the city and that he had woken him up so late.

Georgina snorted coldly, concluding that this was Hobert's revenge, because she had received orders to bribe Hobart more than once before, showing kindness to Hobert, without receiving any orders to stop her.

So Georgina just sent someone to report the current situation and her own speculations to the Sodrak Palace, and she didn't mean to meddle.

The explosion lasted for more than an hour before it stopped, as all the gas storage areas were blown up, which was equivalent to waking up most of the residents of the entire Bakerland.

……

The next morning, Hugh took a horse-drawn carriage to a gas storage site in St. George's district to check on the situation.

Because there were a lot of people around who watched the excitement, Hugh, who wore heightened shoes, did not attract the attention of others.

The gas storage area has been blown into rubble, and the explosion has also implicated buildings on both sides, including one house that has been affected and has collapsed badly, many residents are scolding the gas company, and some people who are watching the gas have suggested that they go to the gas company for compensation.

During the conversation, Hugh learned that although the explosion was very violent, it was very surprising that the air of the explosion actually lifted out the people in the affected buildings, and some of them only suffered some skin injuries.

Hugh pursed his lips and smiled, then noticed that the people from the gas company had dug up the gas pipe and were clearing a road leading to it.

Obviously, some temporary gas tanks should be installed on the gas pipes as soon as possible, so as to avoid the residents not having gas after dark.

This was a result that Hugh had guessed a long time ago, and she had decided last night that the most economical way for the gas company would be to connect some temporary gas tanks to the original pipeline, and there would not be too many new storage locations.

At this time, someone finally asked: Why didn't there be any report in today's newspaper after so many violent explosions last night?

……

The reaction of the major newspapers seemed to be helping the gas company cover up the accident last night, but it was actually what Hobart wanted to see the most.

That morning, after making the final arrangements at the "Earl's Light", Hobert returned to the Earl's Court.

Then from the study of the Earl's Court, he used the "travel" to set off on a main road on the west side of Beckland, and soon waited for James and his party to leave Beckland and go to a royal estate.

James, with gray hair, was sitting in the carriage at this time with his eyes closed.

Of course, he knew that as long as he could reach the royal manor where he was going to work, his crisis would be over.

With his sequence, it was only a matter of time before he was reactivated.

As soon as he left the Sodrrak Palace, he realized that someone was following him.

But he didn't pay much attention to it, because he knew best about his enemies, and there was no one among them who could threaten him

The procession reached about 3 p.m., as there were many ordinary people in the procession, who had to rest in the shade of a tree on the side of the road.

James looked at the woods on the side of the road very calmly, because he knew very well that the people who were following him would definitely take advantage of this opportunity to attack him.

Boom~

A gunshot rang out in the woods, causing the entourage, who had long been mentally prepared, to scream and hide in the surrounding bushes and grass.

Dressed in a dark court suit, James, who looked quite generous, smiled: "Do you have eyes on your buttocks?" Didn't hit at such a close distance? ”

In fact, it was he who "imprisoned" the bullet.

The two assassins in the woods, apparently out of their breath, fired two shots at James.

With a wave of his hand, James was about to repeat the old trick and "imprison" those bullets again, but the moment he used his ability, he found that his extraordinary ability disappeared without a trace.

The two bullets fired by the assassin hit Jaime in the chest and lower abdomen with precision.

Knock~knock~

With two muffled sounds, the bullet exploded inside James's body, and it actually produced the effect of a cannonball!

Even the body of the "Punishment Knight" was blown out of two palm-sized holes.

Not only was James stunned, but so were the two assassins in the woods, who glanced at the rifle in their hands in disbelief, and made sure that it was a gun, not a cannon!

James seemed to realize something, and covered the wound with his hand: "I am willing to give ......"

He only opened his mouth for the second half of the sentence, but did not make any sound.

呲~

The blood in his body seemed to be out of control, gushing out of his body, and all his blood flowed out of his veins in just a second.

Then he began to flow bone marrow and tissue fluid, except for the fluid in his head, which did not come out and did not seem to change, his entire body quickly became shriveled.

That is, in two or three seconds, the steward of the royal family fell to the ground with a painful face.

Until death came, he didn't know where the murderer was who caused all this?

It took a full dozen seconds for the two assassins to react and quickly come over to check.

James, the palace steward, this Sequence 5, died like this!

Thank you for the reward of [small eyebrow fish, small yellow croaker steamed more delicious].

(End of chapter)