Fopolo's Magic Show
For Paris, Stiller was more than just an ordinary subordinate.
He is an "Artificial Humans" created by the Divine Power Group at the request of Paris.
So...
When Paris couldn't contact Stiller, and even his location information was blocked, his first reaction was naturally not that Stiller had really betrayed him.
Paris believed that Stiller had made some kind of judgment: that it might be advantageous for him to conceal his and Sherlock's whereabouts from him now.
After all, Paris knew very well that he absolutely could not let Nightless Sky Huo Le know about his conspiracy with Sherlock.
So he simply threw out the term "betrayal" to confuse Nightless Sky Huo Le.
Sure enough, after hearing Paris's words, Nightless Sky Huo Le frowned slightly.
"Betrayal? You mean the people you sent to follow Sherlock couldn't be contacted and sold Sherlock out to someone else?"
Paris quickly shook his head. "That's not the case, Your Excellency. I think perhaps he's been persuaded by Sherlock and is even unwilling to report Sherlock's location to me anymore."
Paris thought for a moment, and then, based on the available information, made the "lie" more believable.
"This subordinate of mine was missing for a while because of some matter, and Mr. Sherlock disappeared with him during that time—and this time he has reappeared together with Mr. Sherlock."
"So I suspect... perhaps he already had some kind of connection with Sherlock."
Paris spoke seriously, telling the lie he had just concocted to Nightless Sky Huo Le.
After telling the lie, Paris himself couldn't help but marvel at how cleverly it sounded, as if it were the truth.
Upon hearing this, Nightless Sky Huo Le was somewhat surprised, and then nodded slightly.
"Is that so..."
Paris replied solemnly, "That's exactly right."
Then, Nightless Sky Huo Le frowned and said, "In that case, we need to find some clever people and try to find them before the Security Bureau."
Upon hearing the words of the Nightless Sky Huo Le, Paris was about to agree, but suddenly spoke again.
"I think perhaps it's unnecessary, Nightless Sky Huo Le City."
Hearing Paris make another excuse, Nightless Sky Huo Le was somewhat dissatisfied. "Do you have no one else you can use in City That Never Sleeps?"
"That's not what I meant," Paris quickly said. "It's just...you see."
Paris pointed to the surveillance camera in the far corner. A bright orange car slowly pulled up on the Street near the back door of the Nightless Sky Family, a place only Servant and men frequented.
"Seriously, what is he trying to do?"
"Nightless Sky Huo Le asked with a headache."
With only half an hour left before Nightless Sky Fire Apricot begins, the Royal Nobles are gradually preparing to enter.
The Saint Orchid Family's convoy, with Saint Orchid Lai and Saint Orchid Ye escorted by Servant and butlers, entered the Nevernight Manor; the Mercury Family and Autumn Family arrived almost simultaneously, mingling together amiably as they entered; while the Noble of the Solence Family were all entering, most of their Servant remained on the outer perimeter, and their butlers were busy making arrangements...
As these Royal Nobles entered, Nightless Sky Huo Le naturally returned to the scene from the main control room—although he still hadn't rested, Nightless Sky Huo Le looked radiant at this moment.
"Your Excellency Qiu Xinliu, welcome!"
"Sherf, Larry, it's been a long time since we last met."
"Cousin Saint Orchid Lai, you are truly remarkable today."
"Lord Eris, I am deeply grateful for your presence at my sister's coming-of-age ceremony."
After exchanging familiar greetings with each member of the Royal Nobles, Nightless Sky Huo Le, as the host, led them into the exhibition hall.
Most of these Royal Nobles responded politely to the Nightless Sky Huo Le, and soon passed through the exhibition hall and entered the grand hall, finding their respective seats.
As the Royal Nobles entered, the dignitaries who had been chatting and drinking tactfully stopped talking and drinking—because next, they were waiting for the protagonist Nightless Sky Fire Apricot, to enter.
Everyone found a seat and sat down.
The hands of the clock hanging high in the auditorium moved slowly, and the lights dimmed gradually, as if breathing.
On Stage, a pre-arranged band filed in from backstage and played tranquil arias to keep the guests from getting too bored during the final wait.
When the clock strikes eight, the bells in the Nevernight Manor will ring...
At that time, Nightless Sky Fire Apricot has already finished dressing up, will make her grand entrance in full regalia.
Not only was Saint Orchid Kui looking forward to this moment, but the other Noble were also eagerly anticipating it—although apart from Saint Orchid Kui, none of them truly loved Nightless Sky Fire Apricot.
However, at the moment she came of age, the "second Miss of the Nightless Sky, awaiting marriage" was someone all families would fight to win over.
Even Royal Nobles are no exception.
"Cole, when you represent the Mercury Family later, you must make a good impression on Nightless Sky Fire Apricot. If you can marry her... your mother's status in the family will definitely rise accordingly."
"Your Excellency Xinliu, these people would never have imagined that you would personally go to compete for the hand of the Nightless Sky Fire Apricot —aside from that guy Saint Orchid Kui, no one else is qualified to compete with you."
"Saint Orchid Ye, I don't care whether you can marry Nightless Sky Fire Apricot, Saint Orchid Kui absolutely cannot succeed... After all, she shares the same Birth Mother as me. No matter how useless you are, at least this time, you've put your talent for pleasing women to good use."
Whispers echoed softly—at this time of year when the Nightless Sky Fire Apricot was about to make its debut, even the renowned Sherlock, who had always been at the center of discussion, couldn't help but make way for the Nightless Sky Fire Apricot.
After all, Nightless Sky Fire Apricot is the main character tonight—even if she is treated as a commodity or a bargaining chip to gain family benefits, she is indeed the most sought-after person!
Nothing could steal the spotlight from her.
Apart from...
"Thump!"
An uninvited guest suddenly appeared on the Stage of the auditorium.
The band's performance was disrupted by two beats, and then abruptly stopped.
The spotlight suddenly focused on the young man who had just appeared—he was wearing a beautiful suit and had his Arms outstretched.
"Greetings, distinguished guests. I am Sherlock, the famous Detective Sherlock."
"Next is a special birthday gift I've prepared for today's little birthday star, my dear Lord Nightless Sky Fire Apricot —a magic show called 'Food From the Sky'!"
Amidst the astonished gazes of the crowd, the gray-haired youth flipped his hat upside down and held it high.
"Splash--"
Suddenly, a downpour began on the Stage. Saint Orchid Kui, Barry, and others who had previously witnessed Lin Yu Rain Prayer at Wanjin Heavenly Seat were not surprised, but the other guests gasped in surprise.
Where did the rainwater come from?
Moreover, the raindrops actually flew back up into the sky before they even hit the ground.
All the guests looked up, and then they saw the rain disappear into the sky...
Then, when it fell again, it transformed into all sorts of delicious dishes!