Invisible ripples spill out of this lapid gold ring.

Most people don't perceive this ripple.

Only those who possess spiritual endowment can perceive it.

However, soon, everyone felt the difference-

Woo! Woo!

In the dull sound of breaking the air, two figures 4 meters tall flew out from all over the manor, with gray-white bodies, hideous faces, and batwing wings with hooked claws.

"Stone, gargoyle?!"

Brewer and the merchants behind Brewer widened their eyes and couldn't help but exclaim.

The voice was sharp and shrill and immediately made little Lithup and Vontel frown slightly.

The two of them knew that there were gargoyles protecting the Kemir Manor.

This was a semi-open secret in aristocratic circles.

Otherwise, this place would have been looted long ago.

Never underestimate the greed of the human heart.

However, this is only for the aristocratic circle.

Merchant circles?

Even Brewer was sweating on his forehead.

With the accumulation of wealth and the improvement of his status, this big businessman naturally already knows that in addition to the world he sees every day, there is also an unknown world hidden under this world.

The Bernices family once had such power.

However, Brewer had only heard of it, but never actually seen it.

Therefore, when the two gargoyles appeared in front of him, the big businessman could not calm down at all.

Brewer couldn't even keep his composure, let alone the businessmen behind Brewer who weren't as good as him.

In addition to exclaiming, many people retreated again and again.

There are even two people who fell directly to the ground.

But at this time, the people around them no longer had time to laugh at the two of them, and their eyes were all on Malinda, who was standing in front of the two gargoyles.

The lady gently turned the lapis lazuli ring.

"Go!"

A low groan.

The two gargoyles flew up again, returning to their original positions.

One is the roof of the main building.

One is deep in the back garden.

And only now is the garrison of the Kemir Manor truly lifted—except when necessary, the two gargoyles will fall into a deep sleep.

Day-to-day security?

Naturally, it was Malinda's men who did it.

"Nice guards."

Arthur watched the gargoyle fly back to its original position and whispered in admiration.

It was also the first time that the young 'medium' had seen this kind of gargoyle, but that didn't stop him from acting.

The kind of comments that are accustomed to adding to the lofty position are not too simple for Arthur.

Malinda didn't doubt it.

Arthur's contemporary identity as a 'black cat' and the unfathomable 'Credos family' has long been deeply rooted in this lady's heart, and with such an identity foreshadowing, this lady said directly-

"In the Silver Age, the 'Masons' Guild was at its peak.

Although not a 'gargoyle' in the true sense of the word, this gargoyle derived from the structure still has a strong attack, defense, and most importantly, a short flight, which is enough to be loved by any noble, if it is not too expensive to build, and requires more gold for daily maintenance, they are the best troops. ”

Malinda sighed.

'Masons' Union'?

Arthur recorded the name of the organization he had heard of for the first time.

And on the face, there is just the right smile of unknown meaning.

"The Silver Age, the pinnacle of the 'Masons' Guild?"

A soft rhetorical question.

There is no question.

There is no refutation.

But that's enough.

Malinda glanced at Arthur angrily and whispered.

"Ah, yes, yes, even at the peak of the 'Masons Guild', it can't compare to one-tenth of the 'Cat Pie', let alone the 'Cat Hole'.

However, you can't deny their craftsmanship and secret techniques.

If it weren't for the fact that a gargoyle costs 100,000 gold, and the minimum consumption per month is 500 gold, and the battle and repair are even more bottomless, the Masons Guild will be one of the most important forces to be reckoned with in South Los! ”

Facing Malinda, who was learning his own mantra, Arthur shrugged.

"You know, that's not what I'm talking about."

The young 'psychic' smiled helplessly.

"Of course, I know what you're trying to say is that after the beginning of the Pioneer Years, the advent of artillery made the role of gargoyles much less effective.

Even, this time the 'stonemasons' disappeared from the public's view.

However, they have recently improved on their original pinnacle and started to use lighter and more effective ways to gain stronger combat power.

In the inner bay, a number of nobles placed orders for 'new guards' with the 'stonemasons' union. ”

Malinda said.

New guards?

Don't know how the ability is?

How much does it cost?

If you can, put two at 2 Kirk Street, it should be good.

Arthur never skimped on arming his 'home'.

But, again, Arthur lamented his 'lack of intelligence' and didn't even know that 'such a big thing' was happening in the inner bay.

Involuntarily, Arthur thought of the 'Cloak Society' again.

Or rather, to be precise......

Garcia!

'Maybe you should put a little pressure on him?' ’

Arthur thought as Malinda beside him turned around and gestured to Edwin and Mary.

Immediately, the two of them went into action.

Edwin commanded the 20 guards he had brought from 6 White Bird Street to stand where he was supposed to go.

Mary shouted even more energetically—

"Two hours!

We still have two hours to clean and decorate the place!

Now, let's get moving! ”

After saying that, the housekeeper and part-time cook of Malinda rolled up her sleeves and acted quickly.

Fifteen maids, followed by fifteen squires.

Of course, the butler did not forget to bring hot tea and snacks to the people waiting at the door, and sincerely apologized.

Little Lithup and Vontel smiled and accepted, and said that they were not only willing to wait, but also willing to help.

"The master's affairs are the affairs of the Lithop family, if you have any orders, please tell me directly."

Little Lithop said sincerely.

For little Lithop, if it weren't for the fear of revealing his true relationship with Arthur, he would have knelt down and shouted 'Loving Father' at this time, and promoted the greatness of 'Loving Father' to everyone around him.

Vontel, on the other hand, frowned.

Because......

Little Lithop snatched his lines.

This was the line that the old butler had prepared for him.

Fortunately, Vontel is not someone who does not know how to be flexible.

He said seriously—

"Me too!"

After speaking, the young nobleman bowed slightly.

"Thank you, both of you, and if you can, help Edwin around the neighborhood - we've 'cleaned up' quite a few times before, but there are always some guys who don't give up."

Ms. Mary did not refuse this kindness.

Accepting kindness is also a way to shorten the distance between the two sides without effort.

Knowing this, Ms. Mary immediately communicated with Edwin and told everyone to take action.

The cavalry of the little Lithop began to patrol the road.

The Doyle firecrackers paced through the forest.

As for the escorts brought by Brewer and others?

It didn't take the advice of this lady Mary to act spontaneously.

For this reason, when Madame Mary brought refreshments, she had a polite and polite smile on her countenance.

"Will Miss Mary bake tarts less in the future?"

Looking at this scene, Arthur let out a sigh.

"No, cooking is Mary's passion, just like ......

The same we love. ”

Malinda shook her head, then lowered her voice.

After the two glanced at each other, they walked towards a certain place in the manor with a tacit understanding-

That's what they're here for!

(End of chapter)