Inspector Qiekafu stared at the turned-around Richard with his murky dark-red eyes. He did not immediately state his question, instead speaking in a hoarse voice.
"Wizard Richard! Do you know that, among my colleagues, I have a codename: Hound. That name may not sound very pleasant, but I like it very much because it fully reflects one of my traits—keen 'smell.'
When it comes to unknown matters, I possess astonishing judgment and can determine their truth in advance. Therefore, before this, I had uncovered six major loopholes overlooked by certain branches of the organization and completely eliminated them before they caused serious losses.
When I explored your mine earlier, this ability of mine began to take effect. Although I did not find direct evidence that you were harming the organization, simply walking on the ground of your mine and breathing its air was enough for me to be certain that there was absolutely something wrong with you. It was like this the previous six times, and this seventh time will absolutely not be wrong either.
Just now, I asked you two questions. You answered both very well, without exposing any flaws, even leaving me speechless. I admit that you are outstanding. You may even have anticipated today's situation long ago and made certain preparations.
However, that is all. This ends here. Even if you have answered my many doubts and explained every suspicious point, there is still one matter for which you have yet to provide an answer. That is, why do you value this mineral powder so much?"
Bang! Bang!
Qiekafu forcefully slapped the Lead Box on the table twice, producing two muffled thuds.
"You said you did not know what this mineral powder was? Fine, I believe you. But since you do not know what it is or