Chapter 77

Chapter 77

Goodness, its already this late Shall we go back for dinner now?

The sunsets illumination colored the streets. However, the dimming lights gave off an uncomfortable atmosphere that was very unlike the summer.

At the very least, this was a main street where the police precinct was, so there were people walking here from time to time. But just a few steps away, there was practically no one walking along the alleys.

There was also a cathedral along this main street. All the roads led to the cathedral. In this era, where miracles no longer occurred, Gods influence still remained.

Habitually, Raymond made the sign of the cross.

Lord Raymond?

The next corpse will be along Seventh Street, and then the next one after that will be on the Seventeenth.

Which way is Seventeenth Street?

Huh? If you go along that way, youll get there.

You know the roads well.

Its uncomfortable staying at Mister Evans mansion. And the maids are so fussy that I cant even drink beer with them comfortably.

Huh.

Thats why I often go out to eat. Its not too far away, so its worth the trek.

Other than you, do other servants go as well?

Raymond and Xenon chatted as they headed towards Seventeenth Street. Xenon vented about his dissatisfaction with the Evans household. It wasnt very like a middle-aged man to complain like this.

Yes. Well A few attendants or maids here and there come out every weekend and eat somewhere else. I got a lot of recommendations from them. The chicken dishes of a restaurant around that alley over there are amazing. The chicken skin is crispy, but the inside is tender, and the sauce is very

Raymond raised his head when, some distance away, he had a clear view of Seventeenth Street.

Lets just go there.

Why did you even ask?

Grumbling, Xenon followed after Raymond as he stepped through the doors of a tavern. It was dark inside, but noisy. A few men and women stared blatantly at Raymond.

Oh my. Hello, handsome.

Xenon? Whos this with you?

My boss.

Then the rumors?

Youre really handsome, huh.

Raymond turned towards the squalidly dressed woman who was making eyes at him.

I tried to warn you that this isnt a good place. Are you alright with eating here?

Ive been thinking this for a while now, but you keep treating me like Im a kid. Im fine. Though Id rather sit by the window.

Raymond frowned. But even before he could sit down, a familiar face appeared.

Thats

Noticing that Raymond was referring to someone, Xenon turned his head to look.

It was a familiar face to Xenon as well.

Thats Lady Carynnes handmaiden, isnt it? Donna. Should I call her to have a drink with us?

Hold on.

Right now, Donna was scowling as she received a note from a man. Raymond observed Donnas lips.Gét latest novel chapters on nov(e)lbj/n(.)c/om

She received the note forcefully as though she was protesting, however, her shoulders were slumped when she went out the doors she had pushed through.

Ah, she left.

What would you like to eat?

A rugged-looking head cook appeared before Xenon and Raymond. However, Raymond was still staring after Donna instead of looking at the cook.

Why did she come here?

Xenon, take your time and eat here.

Lord Raymond?

Name and affiliation.

Lord Raymond Saytes, I know I look suspicious, but

Affiliation.

I am Gale Hiton. I work for Baron Ein.

The culprit is Baron Ein.

Damn it.

Raymond stepped closer with the gun still pointed at the man, who continued to keep his hands up, on edge.

Youre not sure. Youre not sure yet. Calm down. If you shoot people recklessly in this place, you cant take it back.

For a moment, Raymond gulped, then he asked the man.

Why did you hit that maid?

Its just that she was being cheeky, so

This This!

At one side, Donna expressed her frustrations. Since Raymond was here now, she seemed to be feeling completely relieved. But without giving her time to vent, Raymond kicked the mans shin.

U-Ugh.

The man groaned and doubled over.

Speak. Why did you threaten this maid and what connection does she have with the Baron.

Thats something that you dont have to care about, Sir Kni Huuk!

How about this? I witnessed you attempting to murder this maid not even a minute ago. And I had to shoot you just to stop you. Would the Baron be able to say anything about that?

W-W-Wait!

Donna intervened.

Raymond grimaced as he looked at the maid. He thought that this maid needed to be questioned as well. He wasnt certain, but perhaps its connected to Carynne. Perhaps, perhaps. Raymonds thoughts were mired with possibilities.

But, first order of business. This man.

You, stay back.

U-Um Im fine.

Raymond shoved the mans head against the wall and spoke threateningly.

Theres a lot of murders going on around here.

What?

Doesnt it look like I caught you red-handed?

Hiiik! No, sir! Sir Knight! I-Its just, His Lordship likes that maid, thats all.

So you were going to drag her back for the Baron to enjoy and then slash her throat?

W-What?

All the dead bodies that have been found so far were of young women, their genitals and wombs torn out. Isnt it obvious? Its the work of a perverted fiend.

Uh

If you confess here honestly, then you can live. Did the Baron order you to do it? To catch that maid so he could have his fun with her?

The mans eyes almost flipped over as he quivered.

No! No! I have nothing to do with that! And His Lordship too!

Inspector Albert will be very happy with this discovery.

No, sir! Until now, all of the women have received money as payment. His Lordship likes women, but thats all. Uh You! Tell him right now!

Donna glowered at the man.

I kept telling you that I dont want to go, but you said you were going to drag me away.

F*ck!

Lets go to the precinct so you can share it in detail, shall we?