The Enemy Hides While We're Exposed-or Are We? / A Complicated Situation

After Suika finished speaking, Elisa nodded in agreement. Although she didn't know where Suika's confidence came from, she naturally felt a sense of security when she saw Suika.

"By the way, what was that Spider-Man brothers you just mentioned?" As a teacher, Elisa had a good memory and was very good at finding questions in conversations.

"Um, it's an animated series I watched before. The main character was named Peter Parker, and he was a failed man." Suika was surprised that the other person would ask this question, and it almost made her choke.

Elisa stayed there until dinner time before leaving with Suika.

"It's rare for you to come see me, and I've gone to so much trouble for you. I'll treat you to a nice meal tonight." As she left, Elisa seemed to be in a much better mood.

"Oh, it's not a hot dog, is it?"

"Of course not, that stuff is just a snack, and it's too common; you can buy it anywhere on the street. Wouldn't it be insincere of me to treat you to that?"

Is that fried scales, fried potato chips, or mashed potatoes?

Hearing Suika say that, Elisa knew perfectly well that Suika was teasing her.

"Just like you said before that my view of Kjerag was one-sided, thinking that Victoria cuisine only consisted of fried scales and potatoes is also a very one-sided view... At least we had boiled beans... Hahahaha"

As she continued, Elisa couldn't help but laugh.

"Let's go, it's an Ursus barbecue restaurant. The owner is from Ursus, and the barbecue he makes is absolutely delicious. But it's a bit far, a few blocks away, so we'll have to walk a bit."

After about ten minutes, the two arrived at the barbecue restaurant. Elisa opened the door and led Suika inside.

"Oh, Ms. Elisa, welcome."

Still the same old spot?

Upon entering the house, Suika heard a bold yet somewhat familiar voice. She looked up and saw a familiar, Ursus man standing not far away.

"Gustav?"

"Oh, Dionysus, you know Ms. Elisa!" The other person also recognized Suika, and her surprised voice echoed throughout the cabin.

Everyone looked towards the entrance, eager to see what kind of deity could be called the God of Wine by the Ursus people, who were known for their love of alcohol.

Then I saw a little girl with a pair of exaggeratedly large horns.

"Haha, that's right, Elisa is my good friend."

"I didn't expect this to be your shop?" Suika smiled and shook hands with him.

"No, no, no, this is my brother's shop. I'm just staying here for a few days," Gustav waved his hand and pointed to a man in the kitchen who looked eight-tenths like him.

Suika nodded, looking like she understood.

But thinking about it, it makes sense. Gustav was playing in Siesta before, and even if he arrived here before me, he wouldn't have been able to keep the shop open for so long.

"Please have a seat. The menu is here. Take it and draw it out. I'll come back for it in a bit." Gustav handed a menu to Suika.

Do you have any good wine?

"Of course, genuine Ursus pure vodka."

"Let's start with a bucket to unwind." Vodka had secretly drunk some before when she was with Reunion Movement, but those were just ordinary drinks. She wanted to see the difference between this craft beer and regular beer.

"Okay... a bucket?" Gustav was about to agree when he suddenly realized that the measure word for Suika was a bit off.

"That's right, a barrel. Don't you trust my drinking capacity?" Suika raised an eyebrow, gesturing for him to recall the events at Siesta.

"This craft vodka is almost 90 proof... Hmm, let me give you a beer glass to try first, and if it's okay, I'll refill it, how about that?"

Gustav was somewhat uncertain when he recalled how this seemingly ordinary little girl could drink a glass of strong beer without batting an eye.

But with good intentions, I still recommend taking your time with the Suika.

Since the other party had already said that, Suika wasn't the type to force things.

"Okay, then let's have a drink to soothe our throats first."

After sitting down, Suika glanced out the window, then looked up at the lively crowd inside.

"Don't look out the window, I have a few questions for you!"

Upon hearing Suika's words, Elisa tensed up immediately.

"What!"

"Did you bring anyone else with you when you came to see me? Or did the Swire Family assign you any bodyguards or other subordinates?"

Hearing Suika's words, Elisa's eyes widened suddenly, but she forced herself not to look out the window and instead looked into the room like Suika, her voice trembling slightly as she spoke.

"No... I spend most of my time at school, and I rarely go out except for meals and social engagements."

Moreover, I don't leave the city, so the safety within the city can be guaranteed, and therefore I haven't assigned any guards.

You mean someone was following us just now?

The thought that her every move was being watched by others sent a chill down Elisa's spine.

"Don't be nervous, I'm here, no one can hurt you."

You didn't know the situation when you arrived, but we were followed as soon as we left the hotel. The other person was very careful, and the two of them took turns every block.

Then Suika described the two people's appearances and clothing to Elisa. After listening to Suika's description, Elisa thought for a moment and realized that she did not recognize anyone dressed like that in her memory.

"So, what's next...?"

The thought of being followed in the city without her even realizing it made Elisa quite angry.

"Don't worry, I said I'd protect your safety. As for now... we need to eat first..."

Suika smiled slightly as she looked at the food being served.

Chapter 223 Enemy in the Dark, We in the Light; Enemy in the Light, We in the Dark?

Elisa said she still has a lot to learn from Suika's calm attitude towards eating despite the many crises outside.

For example, now that she knows about this, she has lost her appetite.

Don't feel pressured!

I caught the stalkers red-handed; shouldn't they be the ones who suffer?

If you keep doing this, I won't tell you about any interesting things that happen next time...

As Suika spoke, she cut a large piece of rib for Elisa.

"Okay... you're right!" Elisa let out a long sigh and then began to work on the ribs in front of her.

A few minutes later, she raised her head with a pale face.

"There's too much... I really can't finish it..."

Suika looked at the piece of rib she had just cut; it was quite large. A man could easily eat it, but for most women, this piece of rib would be quite a challenge.

"How about sharing some with me? Hey, Uncle Gu, another drink, please!"

After downing the drink next to her in one gulp, Suika finally spoke.

"Hiss, aren't you afraid of getting into trouble drinking like that?" It was the first time Elisa had witnessed Suika's drinking prowess. This was a full glass of strong liquor, which she finished in one gulp, making everyone who saw it a little uneasy.

Suika shook her head. "It's okay. Whether I get drunk or not isn't about the alcohol, it's about me... I don't want to get drunk, no matter how much I drink."

"Let's talk about your matter..."

Since someone is following you, I think it's still dangerous for you to go back... How about this, I'll take the loss and stay with you tonight...

Stay at school tomorrow and don't come out. I'll take care of things over there and then contact you.

Remember, don't leave the school until I contact you.

Just like you said before, the only safe place for you here is the school. No matter how ruthless the other party is, they can't possibly harm you there.

Of course, we can't entrust our fate to the other party's integrity; you'd better bring guards from two of your families.

Once I find out who's behind this, your safety here will be guaranteed.

Suika shared her thoughts during the meal, and Elisa agreed with her because she thought it made sense.

"I'll contact the family members nearby to arrange for a few guards when I get back. I'll leave tomorrow's matters to you."

The two finished their meal while discussing the plans and details, and then left the restaurant.

Elisa leaving the house, Elisa glanced around. Because Suika had described the situation to her in great detail, she quickly found the stalker Suika had mentioned. After confirming that she didn't recognize him, she led Suika away from there and headed towards the school not far away. Her current residence was in the staff dormitory on campus.

It's normal not to know each other.

Because they know you are a teacher, they will worry that your memory is extraordinary.

If someone you know were to do this, they would worry about being discovered, so they would definitely choose someone you don't know.

We don't need to be too nervous.

Although you and the Swire Family have only just established yourselves here.

Your status speaks for itself, and you said that after you accepted this appointment, the invitation was personally sent to you by the Duke Kestrel.

Then anything that tries to harm you will be a slap in the face to the Duke Kestrel.

This is why they only dare to target your students, and why they have such a tight schedule.

That's so that you can't get the message to the Duke.

Suika's words made Elisa realize that this was the first time she had encountered such a situation. Moreover, since she had just moved here, the rest of the family members were all dealing with their own affairs, and for a time she had no one to rely on or any advisors to help her devise strategies, which was why things had turned out this way.

After Suika gave her a "Ten Victories, Ten Defeats Argument," she became much more clear-headed and realized that what she should do now was to stay calm, observe the situation, and see what the person behind the scenes was really up to.

If they are thieves after money, just hand them over to the military and police.

But if it's some other conspiracy, as long as the message is sent over, the Duke Kestrel, who is actually in control here, will surely not stand idly by.

After entering the campus, Suika looked around the school.

"This school looks so new, how come there are so many students!" Suika exclaimed in surprise as she walked in, looking at the students walking around the school.

"Of course, this is a branch school established by the Duke Kestrel at his invitation. The Duke Kestrel had already prepared the teaching staff before I arrived, and the students had already been recruited in advance."

I am merely a label, a tool appointed by the Royal Academy of Sciences 'University of Science and Technology from Londinium to serve as its principal and to legitimize the school.

"Of course, the Duke Kestrel's invitation was sincere, and he promised me that unless I made any major mistakes in the school's management, I would remain the headmaster of the school as long as I did not resign."

Elisa recounted her relationship with the school.

"Hmm, this is the first time you've brought this up. Does anyone else know about this?" Suika turned to look at her after hearing this.

Elisa shook her head uncertainly.

"That's what she said herself during a private meeting with the Duke Kestrel after I came to the school for the school's unveiling ceremony."

There were no two people present at the time, and I haven't told anyone else about it.

But we cannot guarantee...

She didn't finish her sentence, but her meaning was clear: she could guarantee she hadn't told anyone, but she couldn't guarantee there weren't any third ears at the meeting place, or that the Duke Kestrel wouldn't tell anyone.

"A new school principal position... doesn't necessarily warrant taking risks."

Besides, if you want this position, there are ways to achieve it.

For example, causing a major incident that forces you to step down...

There's no need to choose this method; not only will it be counterproductive, but it will also attract the attention of the Duke Kestrel.

After thinking for a moment, Suika shook her head. She felt that this was impossible because the gains were not proportional to the cost and the dangers involved.

After walking for a while, she suddenly grabbed Elisa's hand and stopped.

"What's wrong?" Seeing Suika's serious expression, Elisa also seemed a little nervous.

"It seems I underestimated my opponent. Let's go to your place first..." Suika's eyes gleamed with golden light.

She never expected that the two stalkers would actually walk into the school.

You should know that when she first entered the school, she clearly saw that there was a security check at the school gate, and she wouldn't have been able to enter the school without Elisa accompanying her.

The two stalkers actually pulled out an ID, flashed it in front of the security checkpoint, and walked in without a second thought.

Chapter 224 The Complex Situation

"What exactly happened?"

She only spoke after arriving at Elisa's villa.

Suika shook her finger.

"Don't panic, don't rush... wait a little longer."