"Sir, we would like to ask you about some information regarding a murder case that was discovered this morning."
The sheriff in front of him stared intently at every subtle expression on Gu Xinghe's face.
However, Gu Xinghe's expression remained calm, and he did not show any unease or other negative emotions.
"A murder case? Perhaps I could ask you, Sheriff, to tell me the whole story first?"
"Sure, but if it's convenient, could my companion search your room in the meantime?"
The sheriff, who did not notice anything unusual on Gu Xinghe's face, turned slightly to the side, revealing his companion dressed in the same clothes beside him.
Ugh... this is so annoying.
[The murder and theft of the artwork occurred simultaneously, and this group of people were seen meeting with Fils yesterday.]
What a coincidence...
[It's unclear whether they were the ones who stole the painting, and that they killed one of their accomplices after a dispute over the loot.]
"sure."
As he said this, Gu Xinghe moved aside slightly.
While quickly realizing from the sheriff's inner thoughts—
Qi Kangle, the player who did not return to the hotel yesterday, seems to be the "protagonist" of the murder case.
To make matters worse, they were faced with the main quest of helping the art exhibition to proceed smoothly.
The current situation is that before players have a chance to learn more about the art exhibition, one or more of the paintings have been stolen.
Furthermore, since someone witnessed their contact with the butler, Fils, they were now suspected of being the art thieves.
The sheriff's subsequent account quickly confirmed Gu Xinghe's guess.
Although the police department had not yet determined the identity of the deceased as a newcomer to the town.
However, based on his description, the victim who was stabbed multiple times and died tragically on the street was undoubtedly Qi Kangle.
It's not surprising that the investigation revealed the deceased's former companion to be involved in a murder case.
However, shortly after meeting with the exhibition's organizers, the paintings were stolen, and their companion also died.
Everything seemed to become strange.
At this moment, Gu Xinghe also learned through the live stream that the other three players had also been arrested by the sheriff.
Yes, he was arrested directly, instead of being "kindly persuaded" like this, where they asked Gu Xinghe if they could search his room.
These sheriffs seemed far less courteous to him than they were to others.
Gu Xinghe guessed that this was probably related to his clothing and demeanor, which made him look like a so-called "big shot".
Just like yesterday, when they gathered to discuss the matter, the other players chose to ignore him.
So when the room door opened, the sheriff was initially surprised by his appearance.
Outsiders who appear to be of low status and have no background can be easily manipulated by the police.
However, travelers who appear to possess a certain level of wealth and status require careful consideration.
Soon, the other sheriff who had entered Gu Xinghe's room to search came out again.
He shook his head slightly at the man in front of Gu Xinghe, seemingly indicating that he had gained nothing.
That's natural, not to mention that Gu Xinghe only rested here for one night.
Moreover, he had already gotten used to putting all the items he needed into his storage space.
At present, whether it is the so-called evidence of murdering one's companion or the possibility of stolen paintings, it seems that...
Both sheriffs found nothing from Gu Xinghe.
The sheriff in front of Gu Xinghe frowned as he looked at the exquisite and expensive clothes Gu Xinghe was wearing.
But since they are still outsiders, the police department must still have the power to control them.
So, the sheriff finally made a decision—
"Sir, regarding the murder case discovered this morning..."
The deceased was a companion who had traveled with you, so we cannot help but suspect that you are involved in this case.
To prove your innocence, please come with us to the police station.
Upon hearing this, Gu Xinghe did not show any sign of nervousness.
Given the physiques of these two sheriffs, and the lack of various electronic surveillance devices in this era, it was clear that...
He felt he could experience a high-speed chase and escape here anytime, and then successfully escape.
Although there aren't any sports cars in the world right now capable of playing a chase game.
Even so, Gu Xinghe couldn't find a reason for himself to run away.
Putting aside the fact that he really had nothing to do with either the murder or the theft case.
Even though the two cases seem to be subtly connected by the sheriff in front of them.
However, whether there is a connection between the two cases remains to be discussed.
Moreover, although there seems to be a connection between the two at present, the connection still appears to be very weak.
Moreover, Gu Xinghe was also very interested in going to the Public Security Bureau to learn more information.
If all else fails, then we can just run away when the time comes.
Gu Xinghe, who was asked to go to the Public Security Bureau, was politely invited into a somewhat retro-looking mechanical car.
This seems to be a "police car" that is still somewhat novel in this world.
They preferred private carriages that reflected the status and position of nobles.
The working class in this world seems to prefer this more convenient and efficient mode of transportation, which is already showing signs of replacing the former.
While sitting in the car, Gu Xinghe tried to organize the various pieces of information at hand—
Annecy is actually not a very large town.
Even the children here could quickly recognize Gu Xinghe as a new face to them.
And when these outsiders came into contact with Fils or inquired about the art exhibition in the town...
In reality, all of this can only serve to raise the alarm of those with ill intentions.
What is the purpose of the butler, Phils, and the painter, Mia, hiring five players as "underground intelligence agents"?
Not to mention that even the sheriff was able to find out that they had met with Fells.
Not to mention those who were trying to steal the paintings and were constantly watching the movements of the person in charge, Fils.
Their mere presence would draw the attention of anyone truly intending to steal the paintings.
Moreover, if at the time the players were really considered to be people secretly investigating intelligence.
Why did they choose to have Fils, as the person in charge of the art exhibition, contact them openly, instead of finding a "middleman" to handle the matter?
Gu Xinghe then remembered that all five players were actually chosen by the painter Mia.
They... were chosen bait.
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