What? Investigate myself again? Klein almost suspected that the other party was deliberately testing him.
An organization using Tarot cards as its symbol is indeed very interesting. I think so too, but I don't want to betray myself... By the way, Capin's matter is obviously not simple. He has a full four Beyonder protectors. There must be a considerable force behind him. How is investigating this case any different from getting involved in the conflicts of high society? Well, this isn't something Sherlock Moriarty should know... Klein adopted a thoughtful expression and said cautiously:
"Finding a mysterious organization is not easy, and it's very dangerous."
Talim seemed to have anticipated his answer. He chuckled and said:
"Sherlock, you don't need to take any risks. That important person just wants you to pay more attention and gather corresponding intelligence or rumors. Here is 5 pounds in cash as your activity fund. Even if you don't find any valuable information, you don't have to return it. And once you get useful clues, he will pay for each one and reimburse all your expenses in the process."
Such good conditions? That important person really values this matter... Is he connected to the power behind Capin, or does he hope to find the mysterious organization using Tarot cards as code names to do his bidding? Reimburse... It's been a long time since I heard someone promise me that... Since he has put it that way, it would seem too suspicious for a private detective to refuse... Moreover, investigating myself is definitely something I should keep in my own hands... Klein hesitated for a few seconds and said:
"Okay, I'll do my best."
Without being polite, he took the five 1-pound notes Talim handed him, planning to provide a plausible-but-vague clue every week or two.
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The underground section of Saint Samuel Cathedral.
"Soul Assurer"
He looked at
"If it were up to you, how would you investigate those two cases related to the Tarot rituals?"
Leonard raised his hand to smooth his hair and smiled:
"First, following the previous line of thought, trace back to find the people or organizations searching for 'The Fool's' followers. They might know something. Second, reinvestigate the previous two cases, list everyone involved, regardless of whether they are suspects! Then, rely on the 'Nightmare's' abilities to question them one by one and eliminate them one by one. The devil might be in the details, hidden in someone who seems impossible."
Soest chuckled:
"I've looked through the case files. These two cases involve a lot of people, all living in different places. Re-investigating them all is quite difficult. Moreover, some of them are Beyonders active in the underworld and are very good at hiding themselves. We have no way to track their movements. If we follow your plan, we'd need more than just our squad. The Church would have to deploy at least seven more Sequence 7 Nighthawks and corresponding support personnel."
"Our key focus is the case of summoning the demon," another Red Glove reminded Leonard.
Leonard didn't seem annoyed and let out a low laugh:
"I know. I'm just offering my opinion. Captain Soest will decide whether to adopt it and to what extent."
He paused and showed a puzzled expression:
"I'm very confused. Why aren't those two cases related to the Tarot rituals given higher priority? The first case even involved an attempt by an evil god to descend, which is far more serious than simply summoning a demon."
Soest took a sip of his coffee and answered slowly:
"The Nighthawks have limited manpower, so cases must be prioritized. As for that secret organization represented by Tarot cards, so far, they haven't shown us any clear malice. Their actions, in a sense, have actually helped us. For example, they disrupted the descent of the '
He smirked:
"Maybe they can help us find out more bad things."
"Of course, necessary investigations are a must. No one can guarantee that this secret organization won't become our enemy in the future."
"I understand, Captain Soest. Let's focus our discussion on the case of summoning the demon," Leonard said sincerely.
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Winter in
It felt like just a blink of an eye, and there were only half a month left until the New Year.
Klein extinguished the charcoal in the fireplace and put on a double-breasted woolen coat over his deep red woolen vest.