A few days later, Erin and the other servants returned to the clock tower. To Li Wei's surprise, they were more accepting of the skull decoration than Katie had been. They did not even seem to think there was anything wrong with it; if anything, they took it for granted.
Perhaps they thought it was only natural for someone who fought mysterious monsters to be a little strange himself?
"This is the list I've drafted, sir."
By the time Kane next came before Li Wei, he had fully settled into his role as butler. He glanced at Erin standing behind Li Wei, then stepped forward and handed Li Wei the list.
"What's this?"
"A list of the staff I believe this tower currently requires. Of course, considering that your work is somewhat... unexpected, will secrecy be necessary?"
"Hmm..."
Li Wei considered Kane's question.
"There's no need for any special secrecy, but there's no need to go gossiping either."
"Understood."
Kane nodded.
"Now, do you currently manage your finances through a trust fund or anything of that sort?"
"I currently receive dividends as a shareholder in Kellida Steam Mechanics. As for funds, I haven't considered them yet."
"I believe you need an estate manager and at least two male servants. Although you and your car are already quite famous in Fog City, I would recommend choosing another vehicle when attending banquets hosted by other nobles, and having a chauffeur drive it... forgive my frankness, but surely you don't intend to drive that car to the New Year's banquet as well?"
"Why? Can't I?"
Li Wei had been planning to drive the Phantom to the palace and show off at the New Year's banquet. Why had he gone out of his way to build this Batmobile, if not for a moment like