Chapter 106: Death of Qilangos - Lord of the Mysteries: The Last Shepherd

On the very night Cecilia drank the Potion and became an extraordinary being, in the house at number 2 Daffodil Street, right next door, the Moretti family was discussing the most popular play of the moment.

"The newspapers are all saying that 'The Return of the Earl' is a play worth seeing. It has already broken Record in Backlund, running for dozens of sold-out performances. Now the company is on tour and will soon be coming to Tingen. I think we shouldn't miss this opportunity."

"It's Sunday today, so we can buy tickets for Saturday night and the whole family can go experience some lowbrow art."

Klein earnestly said that he was trying to persuade his brother Benson and sister Melissa to go to the theater. Since his transmigration, he had been busy dealing with all sorts of events and rarely had the opportunity to enjoy entertainment.

"Hmm, according to Rozanne, Luther has already taken his sister there, and the two had a memorable and wonderful time at the theater. I can't fall behind, can I? Although watching a play isn't as immersive as watching a movie, it's just that Emperor Roselle wasn't powerful enough to push the world into the electrical age," he thought to himself, jokingly referring to his colleague and his time-traveling predecessor.

Looking towards his family, Benson was already interested, but Melissa was still hesitant. Klein knew his sister liked mechanics, so he used the mechanic supporting character in the show to attract her, successfully changing her mind.

Just as he was feeling smug about how he was gradually figuring out how to persuade Melissa, a buzzing sound suddenly came to his ears, and he felt dizzy.

Someone was praying to him.

After that, Klein made an excuse to leave, went into the bedroom and locked the door, creating Wall of Spirituality to seal the room. Then he took four steps backward, chanted an incantation, and arrived Above the Gray Fog to receive the information.

It turns out that [Justice] Audrey was telling him seven times that she had encountered someone resembling Qilingus at the ball she was attending.

Qilingus is one of the seven Pirate Admiral. He has infiltrated Backlund, his purpose unknown. Previously at the Tarot Club, Alger the Hanged Man had offered a bounty on his whereabouts.

Upon receiving the news, Klein did not delay and immediately transmitted the relevant footage to Alger.

After that, he leaned back in his bronze chair and tapped the tabletop thoughtfully with his fingers.

Why would Qilingus be at the ball organized by Duke Negan? Could it be that he intends to assassinate one of the guests? He might need to hire a Pirate Admiral, and the target could very well be the Duke himself.

It's likely that this involves a power struggle among high-ranking officials.

Klein shook his head, giving up on this brain-teasing activity. Just as he was about to leave the Gray Fog, a thought suddenly struck him, and he remembered Madam Sharon's case from before.

The Divination was ineffective due to interference from the Ritual. Although Luther later provided directions for the investigation, they still couldn't pinpoint the culprit. Perhaps they could try again here?

Thinking this, Klein immediately conjured paper and pen, wrote the Divination phrase "the true culprit who killed Madam Sharon" on the white paper, then silently recited it seven times, closed his eyes, leaned back in his chair, and entered Dream...

The next morning, Luther got up early. He hadn't slept well the night before, worried about Cecilia.

Ideally, we should find an opportunity soon to create Lifeform in a Bottle to ensure my sister isn't harmed by the Flesh Bomb. It would be best to do this outside the house, in a place where Ms. M can't see us directly.

Luther looked at the black thread wrapped around his finger.

The Goddess also gave him one more chance to block Ms. M's surveillance, which he planned to use on Cecilia to lift her Curse. This was the only Witch's Heart they had found so far, and he prioritized giving it to his sister. As long as his sister's life was no longer threatened, his freedom would be greatly enhanced.

He left his house, boarded a public carriage, and, as always, refused the kindness of strange women, headed to Blackthorn Security Company O.

"Breaking News! Breaking News! [Vice Admiral Hurricane] Qilingus has been killed in Backlund!"

As the carriage approached the Zorante Street, Luther suddenly heard the cries of newsboys waving newspapers and calling out around the carriage.

Qilingus? He seems to be one of the Seven Generals. Wasn't he at sea? Why would he die in Backlund?

Luther was a little suspicious. After getting off the bus, he took out a penny and bought the Tingen Morning Post from the newsboy.

Unfolding the newspaper, the headline Qilingus: "The Great Pirate Qilingus Killed by the Duke's Bodyguard in Backlund." The news was brief, simply providing specific details.

A notorious Great Pirate ravaged the seas went to the capital, the most powerful city in the country, to assassinate a high-ranking Duke. If you say there's nothing fishy about that, I don't believe it.

Luther shook his head, thinking to himself.

In his understanding, these Great Pirate and grand Duke must all be extraordinary beings, and a fierce battle between extraordinary beings must have taken place at that ball.

His gaze drifted casually downwards as he slowly strolled towards the company.

Suddenly, after seeing an official notice, his body jolted and he stopped.

The wanted poster had a photo attached to it, showing a middle-aged man with soft features and dark skin. His eyes held an indescribable sense of vicissitude, and he had a small black mole below his right ear.

Below the photo is information about this person.

Azik Eggers, a former history professor at Khoy University in Tingen City, is suspected of involvement in the assassination plot against Duke Negan and his current whereabouts are unknown. Anyone who spots him can contact the local police for a substantial reward...

Was Mr. Azik involved in the assassination?

Why?

Luther was filled with surprise and confusion, but after a moment, a sense of helplessness followed.

Regardless of whether Azik was actually involved in the assassination, he had originally thought that perhaps Klein could write to Azik and ask him to help him deal with Ms. M. Now it seems that this approach is not feasible.

If they insist on forcing communication, they might end up being tracked down by the people who are tracking Azik.

It seems I really have to rely on myself.

After putting away the newspaper, Luther took a few steps forward and saw Klein walking ahead of him, who also had a copy of the Tingen Morning Post tucked under his arm.

I wonder if he saw the news that Azik was wanted...

Luther thought to himself, quickening his pace to catch up with his colleague, "Good morning, Klein. You bought the newspaper too? Did you see the wanted poster down there?"

Upon hearing the voice, Klein slowly turned his head, his expression somewhat complicated.

He looked at Luther, his expression conflicted, as if he wanted to say something but hesitated.

What's wrong with Klein?

I understand. It must be because he was upset that his respected instructor, Azik, was wanted by the police.

Luther thoughtfully reached out and patted the other man's shoulder, saying, "It's alright, Mr. Azik certainly has his reasons. You have to believe he's a good person."

However, upon hearing his words, Klein, for some reason, wore an even more helpless, bitter smile.

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