Why it never ends

Chapter 930 Inquisitor

Hesta was silent for a moment. She understood that Rico hated every abolitionist equally, but when she thought about the old man chatting at the round table on the street at noon, she found it incredible.

"I've never really thought about this before," Hesta said softly. "What do people like them think?"

"Me too," Rico replied, "but I don't care what these people think."

……

At night, Hesta's mind was filled with complicated thoughts. She tossed and turned, but couldn't fall asleep.

In the afternoon, she searched for the life of Pacat Bordudel and found that the story told by Rico had a sequel. After the murderer was imprisoned for the second murder, the victim's mother began a long-term pursuit of Pacat, but Pacat was really lucky and escaped death every time due to various accidents or coincidences. The closest time was when the mother almost stood in front of Pacat and shot at him, but somehow, the shot missed.

And every time, Pacat also chose to forgive the victim's family, without exception.

The mother died a few years ago, and Pacat seemed to be seen at the funeral. Some reports said it was a declaration of victory by the living over the dead, but Pacat himself has never responded.

It was almost twelve o'clock and Hesta was sitting alone in the living room. She opened the window a little so that the night breeze could blow into the room.

"...Aren't you going to sleep yet?" Eucalyptus walked out of the room with sleepy eyes and poured himself a glass of water.

"I want to wait for news from Rico."

Eucalyptus was very surprised: "She's not here...where did she go?"

"She said during dinner that she was going to go directly to Emmanlia and urge them to come to Saint-Lome to pick her up as soon as possible, preferably within the next two days."

"Just these two days?" Eucalyptus tilted his head in confusion, "But from here to Emanlia——"

"She's quick," Hesta said softly, "If nothing unexpected happens, there will be results tonight."

Eucalyptus nodded somewhat confusedly: "...Then you should go to bed early."

"Good night."

Hesta watched Eucalyptus go back to the room, and then took out the book "Origin" again. She had discovered that this book had a miraculous effect on hypnosis when she was on the ship before. No matter when she picked it up, she would always fall asleep within a few pages.

……

Early in the morning, when Rico pushed the door open, Hesta was still sitting in the living room reading under the floor lamp.

"Great, you're up!" Rico turned slightly to a young lady behind him, "Let me introduce you, this is Ximoya, she's Kendai's secretary -"

Hesta, who was sitting on the sofa, looked very confused. She looked at the person who came and then looked out the window. At this moment, the sun had not risen yet. The streets were quiet and everywhere was shrouded in the hazy light blue light of the early morning.

"…Why are you so stunned?" Rico walked over to Hesta, "You didn't sleep all night, did you?"

Hesta finally realized that it was already daybreak, so she quickly put the book on the table and walked towards Ximoya, who looked about the same age as her and was wearing the uniform of a secretary from District 12.

"Hello." Hesta extended his hand, and Ximoya shook it expressionlessly. "Hello," Ximoya said calmly, "I am entrusted by Ms. Kendai to take you and your family to Emanlia today."

"Who is Ms. Kenday?"

"She is an old mercury needle sent by Office No. 5 to assist you. She has many years of experience in managing quasi-habitable areas and is a very trustworthy person." Ximoya said softly, "We first came to District 12 at the beginning of this year. When you were away, Ms. Kendai was helping you with your duties. When we arrive in Emanlia, she will teach you how to handle the affairs of District 12."

Hesta didn't say anything. She felt Ximoya's attitude was a little subtle - very polite, but not friendly.

"And you?" Hesta asked. "What are your duties at present--"

"In addition to being Ms. Kendai's secretary, I am also your moral review officer."

Rico was also briefly stunned: "What's the moral? How come I didn't know there was such a position..."

"In short, since you have no experience of living in a habitable area for a long time, everything you do in District 12 theoretically involves moral risks," said Ximoya. "And my duty is to help you avoid these risks. For every thing you are unsure about, you can ask me whether it is compliant, and I will also proactively provide you with advice in your daily work and life."

Hesta came back to his senses: "So you will work and live with me from now on?"

"Yes," Ximoya nodded, "Ms. Kendai is always busy and may not be able to take care of all the things you encounter in District 12, so if you encounter any difficulties, I will solve them for you."

"You also report to Ms. Kende?" Hesta asked.

Rico also sensed something was wrong - although in theory this was a helper, it sounded more like a walking camera.

"Yes, but my main responsibility is with you," Ximoya replied, "Ms. Kendai has suspended all my work with her. From now on, I will give priority to all matters related to you."

"Kendai," Hesta murmured in a low voice, "and I don't remember any mention of such a person in the transfer order given to me by Office No. 5."

"To put it simply," Ximoya raised her head slightly, "Ms. Kendai is here to cooperate with you, and so am I."

The three of them looked at each other and were silent for a moment.

Hesta put his hands on his hips and turned around: "...When do we leave?"

"It's up to you," Ximoya replied. "Anytime is fine. We'll set off immediately if you're ready."

"Don't be so anxious, right?" Li Ge said, "Let me rest for a while."

……

At noon that day, when Ximoya brought everyone to the helipad of a high-rise building in the city, Hesta finally understood the meaning of "immediately" - Ximoya had prepared a helicopter.

Qiqi and Shiyi were the most excited. They ran around the helicopter several times and were very fond of this huge machine they were about to ride. Yujiali was a little worried. She had read many news reports about deaths in helicopter crashes, so she intuitively felt that this means of transportation was not very safe.

"In short, since there are some safety risks on the straight route from here to Emanlia, we will take a slight detour." Ximoya said, "But the scenery along the way is very beautiful, and I'm sure you won't be bored."

Hesta yawned lack of interest and planned to catch up on her sleep on the plane.