"Call the police?" Fors Wall repeated in surprise.

For extraordinary people, proactively reporting to the police seems to be something from another world.

Xio paced back and forth for a few steps, scratched his rough blond hair and said:

"The scene of Darkholm's death was so horrifying and bizarre. If the police still have eyes, they will definitely pass the case on to the Mandated Punishers, Nightwatchers, Mechanical Heart, or the special military department. At that time, we can reveal a little information to let them know that the murderer is Qilingos, and then create a scene of a city-wide manhunt."

"Our goal is to find Qi Lingos, not to capture him. With the 'help' of so many Beyonders, things will be much simpler and safer. Once Qi Lingos becomes flustered and makes a mistake, that will be our chance to get the bounty. Haha, I mean to find his trace."

Xiu laughed dryly and looked at the stunned Fors and said:

"Do you think I'm someone who will run into any obstacle I see? The gap between us and Qilingos is as big as the Disi Bay."

Fors nodded slowly and said:

"You have a very correct understanding of yourself. You have done many similar things before, and the losses you have suffered are enough to allow you to be promoted to Sequence 8."

"Luckily, you are still rational enough about this matter."

Xio looked down at the three-edged thorn in his hand and said thoughtfully:

"...I must confess. I clearly felt the approach of death just now. Qi Lingos was undoubtedly nearby. It was an aura that was evil enough and broke the rules, which made me react instinctively."

Fors put on the silver bracelet with two stones left, thought seriously for a few seconds and said:

"I agree with your idea. Let's notify Miss Audrey first, and then call the police."

"Well, whether it was Darkholm who discovered Qilingos's trace or his men who found it, we can investigate from this direction and find out Qilingos's previous range of activities and where he lived."

Xio frowned his golden eyebrows and said:

"But Qilingos will definitely not stay where he is."

Even though he was one of the seven pirate generals and had magical items to assist him, Qilingos had to be cautious enough in Backlund.

Even Nast, the "King of the Five Seas", had encountered misfortune here and was nearly captured.

"No, what I mean is that we can infer or determine the purpose of Qi Lingos's coming to Backlund from these clues. As long as we understand what he really wants to do, no matter how he disguises himself or plays tricks, he will eventually be exposed to us. In that case, our mission will be accomplished." Fors explained in detail, "My experience in writing novels in the past two years has taught me that if we grasp the key, things will become simple."

Xio looked at his friend in surprise, as if he couldn't believe that he could say such sensible things.

“I’m different from you. I’m just too lazy to think, while you think with your muscles.” Fors pursed her lips and smiled.

"Mocking me won't make you smarter..." Hugh tried to smooth out his blond hair. "Okay, let's go to Queens and tell Miss Audrey about this."

Fors nodded slightly and said:

"So, what is our emergency contact with Miss Audrey?"

"..." Xiu was confused for a moment, looking at the tombstone in the distance, and said, "She told me that her pet dog, the golden retriever we saw before, goes out for a walk every day, at least five times. Well, the most recent one will be after lunch."

"In other words, we have to wait secretly outside Earl Hall's luxurious residence?" Fors twitched his lips.

Xio suddenly turned his head and smiled ingratiatingly:

"Fors, or do you sneak in directly?"

"I don't think this is difficult for you. This is your specialty."

"A hereditary earl for hundreds of years, one of the most influential members of the Senate, the largest shareholder of Bavart Bank, the fourth largest shareholder of Backlund Bank, a special advisor to Loen Royal Bank, the third largest shareholder of Suchit Bank in Intis Kingdom, the second largest shareholder of Constantin Coal and Steel Consortium, etc., etc. This is the prominent status of Miss Audrey's father. Hugh, use your brain. Would such a big shot's family not employ Beyonders? Would they not have some private collections? This is different from those impoverished viscounts and barons!" Fors replied unhappily, "I swear in the name of God, if I dare to sneak in, I will be discovered and caught in less than five minutes."

Xio nodded repeatedly to show his approval:

"Let's go wait for that golden retriever..."

After saying that, she led the way, and after walking a few steps, she turned her back to Fors and said;

"Well, well, I will try to make up for your loss in the future, um, I mean the stone."

Hearing this, Fors's mouth curled up slightly and said:

“I’m saving myself.”

"And, Hugh, you're going the wrong direction!"

"God, if you are an 'apprentice' and become a 'traveler' in the future, then, that would be a disaster!"

…………

Outside Earl Hall's luxurious villa.

Xio and Fors hid behind the Intis sycamore tree, quietly watching the target building and the people coming and going.

After an unknown amount of time, they saw the big golden dog sneak out from the hidden hole at the bottom of the wall, with its ears erected and looking around very carefully.

Just as Susie began to walk briskly and happily, a black male dog suddenly jumped out, trying to please her and circling around her.

"This is the first time I know a dog's face can have such a human expression. How much does it hate that black dog?" Xio sighed in a low voice.

She saw obvious disgust in Susie's eyes and facial expression.

Fors smiled and said, "It's like meeting a pervert who is reckless, disgusting, and persistent."

Seeing Susie trying to speed up and get rid of the black dog, Hugh stood up and maintained "justice".

"My verdict is, leave it!" Hugh whispered solemnly.

The black dog was stunned for a moment, then it tucked its tail between its legs and ran away in a panic.

Susie breathed a sigh of relief, slowed down, purred politely, and wagged her tail.

What a close call, what a close call, I almost said "thank you" to them... the big golden retriever thought thankfully in his heart.

That would be a very embarrassing scene...

…………

The melodious tune slowly stopped. Audrey, who was sitting on the piano stool, frowned as she received the latest information from Xio and Fors.

She closed the piano lid, stood up gracefully, and paced back and forth in the piano room, thinking about what she should do next.

"Qilingos is a very dangerous guy... If we continue to investigate, it is very likely that Xio and Fors will encounter terrible things... and even expose me... Well, just do as they say... Oh, yes, the Tarot Club will start in two hours. I wonder if Mr. Fool has any suggestions. If he is still not interested, I will discuss it carefully with the Hanged Man..." Audrey gradually calmed down.

This was the first time she encountered, or personally participated in, such a dangerous incident, and a life had already been lost!

Three o'clock in the afternoon.

Audrey's vision recovered from the crimson and hazy state, and she once again saw the boundless gray fog that did not belong to reality, the palace that seemed to be the residence of a giant, the ancient and mottled bronze table, the Fool who was always covered with a thick fog, and the "Hanged Man" and the "Sun".

In an instant, Audrey's slightly tense and anxious mood was soothed, and her heart was so peaceful and confident.

I am participating in a 'Tarot Club' that is not in the material world. I am facing Mr. Fool who is almost a god. Qi Lingos and I are not on the same level at all... Audrey straightened her back proudly, raised her chin slightly, and greeted cheerfully:

"Good afternoon, Mr. Fool! Good afternoon, Mr. Hanged Man! Good afternoon, Mr. Sun!"

After the greetings, Klein saw Miss Justice signaling that she had something to say, so he nodded slightly to show his agreement.

“Dear Mr. Fool, I wonder if your followers have received the 300 gold pounds as compensation?” Audrey resisted the urge to immediately tell the story of Qilingos and asked a question to her leader’s followers.

Klein laughed softly:

"I haven't paid attention to this matter, but since my followers didn't ask for additional help, it should have been received."

Yes, I have confirmed it repeatedly. There are 300 gold pounds in my anonymous account... Klein added silently with a happy mood.

"That's great!" Audrey felt relieved and turned to look across. "Mr. Hanged Man, there has been some progress on Qi Lingos's case."

Alger sat up straight and asked with difficulty concealing his joy:

"Where is he?"

"Unfortunately, as soon as we found his trace, he became aware of our investigation and killed the relevant personnel." Audrey recounted the key points of Xio and Fors' experiences and explained in detail their subsequent ideas.

Alger nodded slightly and said:

"I'll keep a close eye on that."

After saying this, he turned sideways and looked at the top of the long bronze table. Under the gaze of Derrick, the Sun, who looked blank and didn’t understand what he was saying, he said:

“Dear Mr. Fool, if we can figure out Qilingos’s true purpose and the very important and magical item he is trying to obtain, please allow me to recite your name and inform you through the ritual.”

He did not repeat his request for help from the other party's followers, because since he had already said it and the Fool had given an answer, there was no need to be long-winded, otherwise it would anger the gods.

Therefore, Alger only expressed his desire to "report".

If the final force is sufficient, he believes that Mr. Fool's followers will definitely appear.

Is this okay? Audrey's eyes widened.

If I had known earlier, I would have applied for the right to "report". Then maybe I could occasionally get guidance from Mr. Fool... She thought with a little regret.

Under the gazes of the crowd, Klein leaned back in the thick gray fog, nodded slightly, and answered slowly:

"Can."