I'm Shenji, what are you doing?

Don't ask about other people's tasks casually, and don't ask questions that shouldn't be asked.

What Shinji does now is to inquire about other people's missions and ask questions that he shouldn't - at least that's how it seems on the surface. Although from the standpoint of the "Hand of Darkness", Shenji is considered within the scope of the mission, but it is impossible for him to take the initiative to confirm this matter.

"Is this sarcasm or a warning?"

"No, it's just a statement of facts."

"Forget it, it doesn't matter. What's important is that there is a contradiction in what you just said. Her Majesty the Queen's style is known throughout the Clock Tower. She loves talent and has the confidence to impress those who are unruly. . I have never heard of her using conspiracy traps to eliminate them in advance just because it is difficult to control the future of these talents."

The woman being questioned did not panic. She smiled and explained:

"Real talents will not fall into such a simple trap. I didn't even know whether the person who died was the one who died. It seems that those people are not worthy of the title of talent."

"Pretending to be stupid is not a good habit, Miss Hanano. You should know that what I am talking about is not the result, but the method and concept - not everyone can reach the height of Her Majesty the Queen. In the eyes of most magicians, Mr. Heine and Lu Wei Miss Ya has already stood tall enough to lead a corner of the magic world."

"Haha, Mr. Shen seems to have high regard for Lord?"

"There are many people who admire her - don't use such clumsy means to change the subject. Regardless of whether I am the 'Hand of Darkness' or not, your answer will determine the outcome of the bet."

"The answer is actually very simple. Except for specific people, I didn't deliberately target any one. Invitations are also sent out in a special form. For example, the one you have in your hand was first sent to Lord Elmer. Roy, after several twists and turns, it finally landed in your hands, which is really an interesting result."

Saying this, a trace of amusement appeared on Hanano Hisri's face.

"Is it targeting? Or is it helping? In any case, Professor Velvet's choice proves that he is a smart man. Mr. Shen is Chinese and should know the allusion of 'When Jiang Taigong fishes, those who wish to take the bait' will take the bait."

"Of course I know." Shen Er nodded, his eyes also showing amusement, "Miss Huano, do you want to be Jiang Taigong?"

"It's just a metaphor. Your Excellency can fish with a straight hook. The most I can do is drop a bait that makes people's hearts beat. I don't know which fish will take the bait."

“Isn’t it a bit too greedy to not only catch specific fish but also want additional harvests?”

"It's not greed." Hisashi Hanano shook his head, and the amusement on his face turned into helplessness, "It's just that it's difficult to ensure the success of the mission without this method."

"Oh? What kind of fish is so powerful?"

"Orlok Sissamund."

"What a big fish. Others are at best future stars, but this one is a real figure in power. Has he offended you in any way?"

"He didn't offend us, he offended the owner of this castle - Grevin Ashbourne. Ashbourne did not die of natural causes, but died of homicide. The person who killed him was Orlok. Sissamund.”

"That's it. Grevin was an assistant of the Legal Affairs Section. He was killed. You want revenge."

"No. We just received a pre-prepared commission from Grevin, and the legal and political affairs department has always been responsible for the inheritance."

Ryori Hanano corrected him, but unfortunately Shinji, who knew the truth, didn't believe it at all.

"Does the estate settlement also include avenging the deceased?"

"If the reason is justifiable, it is not impossible to pay a certain price."

"Hmph, you have such a lenient control, Legal Affairs Department, hey ~ Legal Affairs Department."

Shinji snorted angrily, but Hanano Hisashi didn't pay attention. The Legal Affairs Department had received too much criticism and was already used to it.

"Is there anyone else besides Orlok who is the target?"

"No, but I don't know if the remaining magicians will be affected. After all, I am only responsible for sending out invitations and feigning death. The rest is left to Ashbourne's 'legacy'. Its appetite is bigger than I’m thinking bigger – I’m a little concerned that it’s going to get out of control.”

"Worried that it will get out of control or worried that it 'won't' get out of control?"

Faced with Shinji's sharp question, Ryori Hanano answered solemnly.

"It's the former. I hope Mr. Shen can help me if possible."

"How to help?"

"Help me deal with that 'beast'. It has the special ability to stop magic markings. Only warriors like Mr. Shen who can fight without relying on magic markings can possibly deal with it. As a reward, I am willing to divide a part of Ash Bourne’s legacy.”

"Including Ashbourne's secret method?".

"Included, but I don't recommend choosing this."

"Why? Is the name Ashbourne, the restorer, fake?"

"No, the restoration is real, the problem is the materials used in the restoration."

"what material?"

"Magic seals, other magicians' magic seals."

After hearing Hano Hisri's answer, Shinji showed a thoughtful expression.

Hanano Ryori asked doubtfully: "Isn't Mr. Shen surprised?"

Magic seals are like human organs and cannot be transplanted casually. Mixing unrelated magic seals together is simply a fantasy.

However, Shenji's answer surprised her.

"Butterfly magic - it seems that Orlok and Ashbourne have a deep relationship. Using magic engraving as raw material, no wonder the legal and political department needs to cover it."

"Mr. Shen... is so frighteningly sharp." Hanano Lingli praised.

"It's far worse than Miss Huano."

Shenji was not being modest, he already knew the answer, he just followed what the other person said.

"Then I don't want the engraving repair technology. I want the information and hard currency related to butterfly magic."

"make a deal."

"Without further ado, I'll go now. Where is it?"

"In..." Hanano Hisri closed his eyes and seemed to activate a certain spell, "...in the vestibule, he is fighting Mr. Heine."

"Then the last question, the answer to the riddle - let me ask you the name of the angel. That riddle should be yours."

"Oops." Hisri covered his mouth. As if to say, I thought it wouldn't be exposed.

"Because it's too complicated. It's so complicated that it breaks away from the original principles of the Kabbalah system. It feels like deliberately making things difficult. It's not like what an old man who is nearing the end of his life would do. And your 'method of death', by Mi Caleb's sword pierced, and Michael used his sword to repel Satan. Satan is a snake. You are comparing yourself to a snake hiding in the dark. The image is very vivid, but it is too playful."

The woman twisted her body, and it really looked like a snake, a beautiful snake.

"So the question lies here - the answer is Aradiah. Do you need me to tell you the origin of the answer?"

"No need, I'm not interested." It's enough to know the answer that he has forgotten, "Congratulations, Miss Huano, you won the bet. I hope nothing like this will happen again in the future."

"I hope so. I wish Mr. Shen good luck in martial arts."

After getting the answer he wanted, Shen Er no longer hesitated, let go of the dagger, turned and left.

Watching the back of the young man who was competing with him disappear into the darkness, Ryori Hanano gently touched the pierced chest and whispered to himself, like a whisper.

"The magician dances with deception and mystery. Everyone knows that they cannot reach the source, but they all aim at it. We are the only ones who will not participate in that silly dance. Will you be one of us? Shen Zhong. "

A roar that was not human came from outside the corridor. It seemed very close and yet very far away.

The woman stood behind the door, listening, quietly waiting for the final outcome.

She didn't lie, she was only responsible for dropping the bait, and then the fish who took the bait would fight each other. No matter what the outcome was, she could accept it.

PS: For the specific solution to the puzzle, please see the first volume of "The Book of II Events". It's very interesting - the traitor tried to describe it from the side this time, trying to narrate it from a bystander and other perspectives, so I won't go into details. The combat part may use a small part of the original text, after all, it involves settings and special magic. The other parts will be described from different angles to avoid being banned.