The Queen's Gathering

"A noble lady's bodyguard?"

Luther frowned.

"Yes."

Fors sat awkwardly on the sofa and exchanged a glance with Hugh.

"We would like to ask your sister to protect Miss Audrey's safety."

Seeing that Fors was hesitant to speak, Hugh took the initiative and said, "Although you are stronger, Miss Audrey's status is more dignified, and she is more suitable to be a female bodyguard."

After the two men entered, they told Luther why they had come.

It turns out that a noble lady needed to hire extraordinary individuals for personal protection when traveling, and hoped to find suitable candidates through them. She offered a very attractive reward: 30 pounds per protection session.

Luther thought for a moment.

"Then why doesn't she hire you?"

This noble lady was more familiar with Fors and Hugh, so she should definitely give them priority.

The two of them immediately looked embarrassed.

We've never fought before...

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Becoming a guard requires passing an examination; both of them are newly promoted Sequence 8 and have no chance against the well-trained Extraordinary individuals within Earl Hall’s residence.

Although Audrey was somewhat disappointed, she still asked Fors and Hugh to inquire within her circle of extraordinary individuals and help her find a sufficiently powerful one. For this, she increased the guard's fee from 20 pounds to 30 pounds. Furthermore, if they could find a suitable candidate, the two would receive a 50-pound commission.

Desperate for money, the two women had contacted every reliable extraordinary individual they knew in order to earn commissions. However, none of them could pass the mansion's guards' test. With no other options, they finally turned to Luther.

"It's a pity that Cecilia is only Sequence 9, not even close to you."

Luther glanced at his sister and spoke on her behalf.

"Oh? Is that so?"

Fors was dumbfounded. She had witnessed firsthand how easily the other party had killed a large number of Cultist, and given that her brother was Mid-Sequence powerhouse, she naturally assumed that this black-haired girl was also a powerful extraordinary being. Unexpectedly, she was only Sequence 9, even lower than herself.

"Yes, and my brother needs me to take care of him, so I can't leave him for too long," the black-haired, blue-eyed girl replied.

"That's such a shame."

Xiu rubbed his messy short hair, a feeling that something was off. The stunningly beautiful girl named Cecilia in front of him gave him a sense of power that was even greater than his own.

Since this person is also incapable, it seems they are destined not to receive any commission.

"So, who exactly is this Audrey?"

Luther asked casually.

"She's the daughter of that wealthy Earl Hall, and also an extraordinary one," Fors replied. "She hires us for various tasks and is very generous."

Hire?

Luther's heart skipped a beat, and he suddenly remembered something.

He looked at Xio Derecha.

"Was your previous injury related to her employment?"

He asked, "... I'm sorry, I can't say."

Hugh glared at Fors then belatedly realized what was happening and quickly covered her mouth.

That seems to be related.

Based on their reactions, Luther made a judgment.

They initially thought their encounter with Lanevus was accidental and didn't pursue the matter further, never expecting there was more to the story than they realized. But how did Audrey Hall, a noblewoman, become involved with Lanevus?

It seems necessary to investigate this.

"Okay, I'll take this task."

-ah?"

Fors paused Consciousness a moment, then both she and Hugh widened their eyes.

"But what Sister Audrey needs are extraordinary women."

Fors mumbled.

She knew in her heart that with Luther's abilities, he could definitely defeat the guards in the mansion, but that wouldn't meet the requirements.

Luther smiled as he looked at his younger sister.

"Brother, are you going to infiltrate my shadow?"

He saw that his sister only thought for a moment before quickly understanding his intentions.

"That's great!"

Fors' eyes lit up.

By having Luther secretly help her from the shadows, she could defeat those extraordinary guards, and Luther could also stay by her side at all times for easy care.

"That's certainly a good idea, but we need to get back to Miss Audrey first. If she agrees, that would be ideal."

Hugh cautiously expressed his agreement, "We should have results within a day or two."

"Sure, just let me know when the time comes."

Luther replied.

"Fors! What were you thinking, revealing Audrey's affair like that?!"

After leaving Luther's rented house, Hugh couldn't help but snap at his companion, "This is not in line with our professional ethics!"

"I'm sorry, I'm sorry."

Fors awkwardly straightened her curly hair, "I Consciousness..."

Actually, this wasn't really an excuse. Because she had already considered Luther to be a follower of Mr. Fool and someone she could trust, she didn't think too much about it and just blurted it out. Now that she thought about it, Miss Audrey's affairs really shouldn't have been told to others so casually.

That's why she was criticized by her companions but didn't dare to talk back.

You know, it was always her who made sarcastic remarks about Xiu.

"You'd better learn your lesson, or you'll be in big trouble if something happens later..."

Hugh continued to admonish her, and the two walked away.

"I'm sorry, Cecilia, I made this decision without consulting you."

Luther said to his sister.

He was so preoccupied with Lanevus's matter that he forgot to ask his sister's opinion.

"It doesn't matter."

The blue-eyed girl shook her head, her black hair swaying as she did so. "Aren't you investigating Lanevus? Since you have a lead, you should seize it. I'm happy to be of help."

"But,"

She continued, "Brother, you need to restrain yourself. Don't lose control at the Earl's mansion."

I'll try my best.

Luther gave a wry smile.

Yes, if they were to go berserk in the Earl's mansion, things could get really complicated.

I hope that won't happen.

However, to be honest, my sister's Sequence is indeed too low; she should be promoted.

"Cecilia, it's about time you advanced to Sequence 8. Once I find the remaining auxiliary materials for the Potion, we'll start brewing Potion."

"Um..."

Hearing Luther's words, the girl looked slightly troubled. "Brother, I actually don't want to..."

"Swish, swish."

Just then, there was a sudden movement in Luther's arms; something was moving.

He reached into his pocket and took out a pea, which was shaking as it broke open its shell, sprouted a bud, and emitted a soft, cheerful song.

The Queen's party is about to begin!

The unique pea was gone after it was crushed; before leaving that time, she gave Luther a regular pea.

Luther was taken aback for a moment, then laughed.

He had just attended the Eye of Wisdom gathering a few days ago, and now the Queen's gathering was starting. Perfect timing! Last time, he only met the Queen but didn't really get to see what a high-end gathering was like; this time he could finally witness it.