The next afternoon, in a luxuriously decorated villa in Empress Borough.
In the living room, the guests were communicating with each other, enjoying afternoon tea and exquisite snacks. The ladies chatted about the latest popular elements and anecdotes, and the gentlemen shared their opinions on music and literature.
The door to the study room was closed tightly, isolating the noise from the four people in the room.
Audrey Hall, wearing a complicated long skirt decorated with lace, elegantly took a plump envelope from her side and handed it to the two women sitting opposite her.
"Thank you for your generosity, Miss Audrey."
Xio Derecha, who was wearing Knight Practice Uniform and had messy yellow hair, took the envelope, opened it and looked at the banknotes inside.
That was the reward they received for risking their lives to investigate "Vice Admiral Hurricane" Qilingus, each brand-new Gold Pound that still exudes the fragrance of ink.
Fors Wall on the side also came up and looked at the banknote that Xio pulled out, confirming that it was a large 10 pound note.
One piece is 10 pounds. If the envelope is so thick, how much will there be in total...
Holding the envelope that clearly exceeded the original amount of remuneration, Xio looked blankly at Audrey, who smiled, folded his hands on his lap, and looked at the two "Detective" who were helping her investigate Qilingus.
"I'm sorry for the danger you encountered during the investigation. Here is a total of 800 pounds, including compensation for this accident. You can allocate it yourself."
800 pounds... Even if it is divided equally, plus the money I saved, I can still afford the Potion formula of "Sheriff".
Xio squeezed the envelope in his hand again, suspecting that he was dreaming.
She wished she could open the envelope right now and count all the banknotes one by one. This was definitely not because she didn't believe in the beautiful and generous Miss Audrey, but... what if the person holding the money accidentally counted the wrong money?
Fors on the side had quick eyes and quick hands, and held down the hand that Xiu was about to raise.
It's so out of style to do this in front of two nobles!
Her eyes warned the other party.
Viscount Glaint, who was sitting on the sofa beside him, coughed slightly, attracted their attention, and then said:
"Where is the 'Apothecary' formula that I need? Is there any new news at yesterday's rally?"
Due to the special nature of Beyonder meetings being held from time to time, he and Audrey will not attend every meeting of Mr. A, but these two Beyonder will do it for them.
"Sorry, Viscount Glaint, there are still two purchase information posted at the gathering. It seems that no member owns these formulas, but we have recently come into contact with Psychology Alchemists's people." Fors reported the details of yesterday's gathering to the viscount, and then turned to Audrey, "Maybe we will get clues to the 'Spectator' formula soon."
"I really look forward to the day when I become Beyonder." Audrey replied with a slight smile, with a faint but noticeable excitement in his eyes.
Several people continued to chat about rumors in their respective circles and shared knowledge about occultism. Compared to the noisy salon outside the door, this place was more like a small fan club. Viscount Glaint did not often act like an aristocrat, while Miss Audrey was even more approachable. Xio and Fors, who had always been a little reserved, quickly integrated into the friendly atmosphere.
Using the ability of "Spectator" to secretly guide the conversation, the two Beyonder friends were curious about the Viscount's book collection. After starting to select the books they wanted to read next to the bookshelf, Audrey quickly rubbed his somewhat stiff face, and then put on a perfect smile.
After many contacts with Fors and Xio, she had grasped the preferences of these two ladies and made corresponding arrangements in Glaint's study in advance.
Soon, the two "Tarot Club" candidates she likes will come into Mr. Fool's sight. After his confirmation, they will determine whether they are qualified to join this more high-end and more secretive Beyonder party.
Observing the two people next to the bookshelf calmly, Audrey breathed a sigh of relief after seeing Xio take down the book "Loen Kingdom Noble History".
There is a page of Emperor Roselle's notes sandwiched in the book, as well as Ancient Hermes Script which appears to be a translation on the back but is actually Fool Honorific Name.
After the curious Xio sees it, he will definitely try to recite it silently, and Mr. Fool said that as long as he recites his name, he will enter his sight. Once he passes Mr. Fool's examination, Tarot Club will add new members, members recommended by himself and belonging to his side!
Of course, they belong to Mr. Fool first...
Audrey added silently.
"Dong dong——"
There was a knock on the study door, and then Audrey's personal maid Anne walked in.
"Miss, Mr. Howard is back from the bank. He has something to report to you."
Howard is the manager responsible for Audrey's "private account" used to purchase Beyonder Ingredients. When Audrey attended the salon this time, he was asked to go to the bank to withdraw some cash for use at Beyonder's party next week.
After Anne informed him, he walked into the study. Without squinting his eyes, he came to Audrey without even looking at the other people, and whispered:
"Miss, the 2,000 pounds you asked me to withdraw have been sent back to Earl's house, but..."
He hesitated, as if he felt that such a trivial matter should not bother his Miss, but finally decided to report the matter.
"There is an extra 350 pounds in one of your bearer accounts. Although it is a small matter, I think I should let you know."
350 pounds is indeed a small thing, but how come there is an extra amount of money in my account for no reason?
Audrey frowned slightly, thinking about his financial situation, and suddenly remembered that this amount had appeared somewhere.
"Which account is it?"
"The one from Backlund Bank..." Howard reported the account name.
Is it the one I used in Tarot Club?
Audrey immediately remembered the purpose of this account. It was only used once, and only one person knew it...
"I checked the import time and location. The time was two days ago, and the location was Backlund and Hillston Borough."
"Thank you, Howard. You and Anne should go out first. I want to chat with my friends."
Watching Anne and Howard leave the study and close the door, Audrey still had an unchanged smile on his face, but his heart was already in turmoil.
Miss Empress, who took a long leave on Tarot Club and disappeared without a trace, actually appeared on Backlund?
Because they are both women, Audrey paid the most attention to this mysterious "Empress" on Tarot Club. She was originally based on him on According to the information and chat content disclosed on Tarot Club, it is speculated that he lives in the area from Tingen to Enmat Harbor, and it is not even ruled out that he has some connection with the local official Beyonder.
Unexpectedly, she was in the same city as him.
Seeing Xio and Fors walking towards him after borrowing books from Viscount Glaint, Audrey had a plan in mind.
"Fors Miss, and Hugh Miss," she showed a smile that could melt all ice, "Can you do me a little favor again? I need to find someone at Backlund."
"She is a young lady, Tingen City from Awwa County, recently arrived at Backlund..."