The red moon returns

Chapter 191 A wealthy family’s banquet
There is a magnificent fence gate, flowers are already blooming in the courtyard in early summer, at the end of the long corridor, people are intertwined in the brightly lit mansion, and the sound of melodious music is faintly floating.

From time to time, a new carriage stopped at the door, and a servant immediately ran out of the concierge, led the carriage into the parking lot on the side of the courtyard, and then rushed to report to the mansion.

The night fog was getting thicker, and Lynch, who was in formal clothes and leaning on a cane, stood quietly in the mist, staring at the mansion in the yard, and the message that Miss Valente shared with him today came to mind.

Chloe Russell is the sixth princess of the Kingdom of Salt. Her mother is the royal lady Marianne, the adopted daughter of one of the three giants in the banking industry of Salt. She is one of the interest representatives of the banking industry in Salt.

In 1397, he went on a study tour to the Rhine City and studied oceanography at the Rhine Municipal Higher School. In the past two years, he has had close contacts with senior figures in the Rhine City banking industry, and has made friends with many powerful figures in the Rhine Land Governor's Palace and the Rhine City Municipal Government. In particular, he has a closer relationship with the leader of the Rhine City financial industry, Mayor Howard Hoffman.

Since her cousin-in-law is the third daughter of the Earl of Rand's family, she temporarily stayed at the residence of the Earl of Lollund's family during her study tour.

At this time, the mansion inside was the mansion of Earl Lorende. Lynch slowly took out Lawrence's pipe, put a little Ningshen flower in it, lit it, and took a deep breath.

This pipe originally has a calming function, and Ningshenhua also has calming and calming functions, which is suitable for Lynch's current mood.

When I was a social worker in my previous life, my legs would tremble when I met a group leader. Now, when I meet a bunch of city bosses, I can't help but feel nervous.

However, I am a soul-shifter on the road to immortality and the supreme being in the future. You are just a group of mortals. I should look down on you, right, neighbors.

I don't know if it was the Ning Shenhua that took effect, or Ms. Luna's reply gave him confidence. He quickly calmed down from his nervousness, put away his pipe, took a deep breath, and walked toward the door while shaking his cane.

Gee, that's a bit much.

While talking, the concierge had already guided Lynch to the front of the mansion.

"The two detectives from the Hall of Order should have arrived, and Director Horf, where are they?"

"Your Excellency Leviv, Her Royal Highness the Princess is still resting in the living room on the third floor. The master of the house is entertaining guests in the living room on the second floor. Today's invited guests have already arrived one after another. Some are in the entertainment room and music room on the first floor, and some are in the second floor. There are a library and a chess and card room, and there are also a few guests in the smoking room. If you feel that the mansion is too stuffy, you can ask someone to take you to the garden for some fresh air, where several ladies and ladies are admiring the flowers. .”

Miss Valente's instructions came to mind again: Remember, the aristocratic mansion is not a dangerous magical cave like a dreamland, and the nobles participating in the meeting are not mad dogs that bite anyone they see. Don't be nervous. You have never been nervous when you saw me, and you are still so It's annoying, so there's no need to be nervous when you see them. Just be yourself and don't worry about anyone causing trouble for you, including the servants. To be honest, as long as you are not from a nouveau riche family, the servants who welcome guests know better than you who not to offend.

is that so? According to the routine in the novel, shouldn't the concierge make things difficult for me and then slap me in the face with the invitation letter? Although it was very demeaning to slap the concierge in the face, I came here on foot.

[It’s okay to ignore it. 】

"The three Your Excellencies are playing cards in the chess and card room."

Muttering in his mind, he had already walked to the gate and stood under the bright gas lamp. Before he could speak, the people inside casually glanced at his clothes, immediately put away their banter, quickly opened the fence door, and welcomed Lynch in.

Looking thoughtfully at the famous works on his body, Lynch naturally took out the invitation letter and handed it over with his business card, and then walked slowly towards the mansion. The concierge was trotting while reading the letter. He followed me next to him, and after a few seconds, he handed everything back with a big smile.

After they had already entered the door, the porter who had been waiting respectfully lowered his hand and asked: "Sir, I'm really sorry. I'm a new servant and I'm not familiar with the master's friends. Can I take the liberty of taking a look at you?" A letter of invitation so that I can inform the host of your visit?”

Behind is a clear fountain, the cold mist washes away the early summer heat. On the outside is a green lawn, and beyond is a lush flower bed.

The front is the entrance to the mansion. This is a three-story classical building, somewhat similar to the Baroque style, taller than today's buildings. A marble staircase extends to the entrance of the mansion.

"Lynch Leviev Detective Agency, Detective Leviev, here we come." The concierge suddenly shouted, which startled Lynch. He was indeed a professional, and his voice was extremely penetrating. Lynch doubted this. She shouted so loud that Mrs. Maggie in Vila Street could hear her.

Huh, several lines of sight came from different angles. Lin Qi frowned and ignored them, then climbed up the stairs and entered the mansion.

As soon as you enter the door, there is an open hall in front, with two curved stairs leading directly to the second floor. In the hall, well-dressed gentlemen and ladies were constantly coming and going, and the sound of soft music and low conversations were mixed together and drifted away quietly.

Seeing Lin Qi come in, several strange gentlemen near the entrance took the initiative to raise their hats and salute Lin Qi. Lin Qi also returned the salute to them with a smile on his face, but as he passed by, Lin Qi's eyebrows were already frowning.

In the afternoon, Miss Valente just received the news that something was wrong. In other words, the situation developed as expected because someone deliberately spread the news that Lynch was also invited.

Since he had appeared before the city council twenty days ago, the name Lynch was no stranger to the upper class circles. Publicizing the news of his invitation in advance was tantamount to putting him on the stage in his absence. Even if he wanted to do so today, It might be difficult to hide in a corner and keep a low profile.

Oh, come on then, no matter who is behind the scenes, do you really think a time traveler will be afraid of you?

Lin Qi sneered secretly and headed straight to the chess and card room on the second floor with his head held high.

Let's go say hello to the two detectives first, regardless of whether they have any involvement in what happened today.

However, as soon as they reached the second floor, they heard someone laughing on the landing.

"Haha, Mr. Lynch Leviev, I have heard of your name a long time ago and really want to meet you. Today I finally have the chance."

Um? More than twenty days ago, I didn’t even know that a person like me existed. Don’t you feel guilty for saying this?

Lin Qi muttered and looked over.

There were seven or eight men standing on the stairs. The leader was a short, fat middle-aged man, wearing a red cloak with feathers and long boots. This was a common aristocratic dress in Rand. There were a group of people beside him. Some were wearing similar dresses, some were wearing blue and black formal suits, and middle-aged people were clustered in the middle.

Is this the owner of this place, Count Lorende?
Doubtful in his heart, but without stopping, Lynch went straight to meet him, took off his hat and bowed: "Could it be His Excellency the Earl?"

"Haha, I took the liberty of interrupting you without waiting for your introducer. Sir Leviv, please introduce yourself. I am Patrick Lorende, this generation's Earl Lorende."

There was a big smile on his chubby face, but his two soybean-like eyes swept over Lynch from head to toe. There was no surprise in his expression, but after a slight pause, he returned to his normal smile:
"Let me introduce to you, this is Mr. Lynch Leviev, a very powerful antiquities detective. He is our great hero in Rhine City. He just solved a major treason case not long ago and saved the life of His Majesty the King. and the honor of His Excellency the Governor, and also saved our Rand's reputation, let us express our gratitude to His Excellency the Detective."

Even the identity of the antiquities detective is known. It seems that the investigation was very detailed. This person is probably involved in what happened today.

Lin Qi became vigilant and maintained a reserved smile. He only gave a shallow salute without saying a word. He strictly followed Miss Valente's instructions, spoke less and acted less, did not take the initiative to express opinions, and tried to avoid exposing his level.

However, Count Lorende was not over yet and made an invitation: "Detective, please come in. We are discussing heraldry and the painting style of the retro art era in the early fifth century. You are an expert in ancient knowledge. It just so happens that Teach everyone a lesson.”

Hiss, the appetizers are coming so soon?

Lin Qi narrowed his eyes and showed a half-smiling expression.

(End of this chapter)