Everyone settled down in the winery.
Chen Lun looked at the empty and dusty winery, and immediately asked Connie to go to the relevant agency to hire dozens of servants to clean and tidy up the manor.
Because it was inconvenient to take too many people with him when he left Amber City, Chen Lun personally dismissed the elite killers from the circus. Many of the other members of the Murder Club had their own supernatural powers and belonged to the Mutual Aid Association, so they accepted these people.
It can be considered as a favor.
"Goloff, Barton and Morey, the three of you go out to find out the information about Peacock City, and try to keep a low profile... In addition, I need to know who is the most powerful noble in the local area, as well as industry information about the Opera House. .”
Chen Lun ordered the three of them.
"Yes, Mr. Leader."
The three Golovs caressed their chests respectfully and saluted, then turned around and strode away.
Chen Lun rubbed his chin and began to think deeply.
"Now that the foothold has been settled, the top priority is to collect enough information to plan the next step."
While he was thinking about things, he looked at this new home.
In order to commemorate the former manor, Chen Lun named the winery after "Jack".
The main building villa in New Jack Manor is quite large. Although it is also a four-story structure, the internal space is much more spacious than the previous villa. The interior can be roughly divided into three major areas, including a work area for storing books and collections, a rest and entertainment area, and a living area.
Most of the original furniture and worthless collections were not moved away, and even most of the books were left behind.
This was an unexpected surprise for Chen Lun.
Saved another amount of money.
And among these books, you might even find some mysterious books.
Floyin went to the back kitchen area and tidied it up herself, while Noah and Maggie went upstairs to choose their own rooms, studios and laboratories.
Everyone is busy, but Chen Lun, the leader, is inspecting his territory like an idle noble.
Two days passed quietly.
The manor has been completely renewed, and everyone is beginning to adapt to the new environment.
To celebrate the "housewarming", Fuluoyin cooked a big meal for everyone.
Everyone enjoyed this meal very comfortably and happily. Perhaps as Fuluoyin said, when emotions are brought into cooking, the dishes produced will also be contaminated with such emotions.
It can be seen that Fuluoyin is in a good mood.
That night.
The three Golovs returned again, and this time, they seemed to have gained something.
In Chen Lun's spacious and exquisite study.
Old-fashioned incandescent lamps are hung on the wall, giving the entire study a hazy and dim feeling, and the atmosphere is also somewhat secretive, like a secret meeting.
The three of them sat at the round coffee table and reported the information they had gathered to the group leader one by one.
"Peacock City is located on the east coast of the empire. Its geographical location is relatively remote. The local parliament has little power and little say... This place is mainly taken over by three parties. One is the nobles headed by the "Harrington" family. The second is the wealthy businessmen headed by the "Moses Voyage" company, and the third is the gang organization "Blue Sail"."
Golov smoked a cigarette and spoke in detail.
Chen Lun nodded.
As a port city, it is not surprising that the shipping company is so powerful, and the Blue Sail gang is also composed of dock workers. However, on the surface, they serve as protectors of sailors, trackers and low-level practitioners, but in fact they are just another form of exploiting their own people.
"Although the title inherited by the Harrington family is only Viscount and their history is not long, they are the most influential nobles in Peacock City."
Golov flicked the ashes from his cigarette and said softly.
"Harrington..."
Chen Lun chewed on the name.
The reason why he wanted to inquire about the nobles with the strongest say was because one of the three opportunities in Peacock City seemed to be hidden in a certain noble family.
Chen Lun wanted to use this "leader" to find opportunities for himself.
At this time, Barton continued to say:
"Mr. Leader (this chapter is not finished yet!)
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Regarding the extraordinary forces in Peacock City, the three biggest sources of doubt are the official asylum, the School of Madmen, and the Historical and Ritual Association. Among them, the Madman School, as the path to magic, and the Church of the True God, are more keen on researching knowledge and do not like to interfere too much in worldly affairs. However, the relationship between the asylum and the History and Ritual Association is not very good..."
Chen Lun listened silently and took a sip of black tea.
This is a very standard extraordinary system of checks and balances. The administrative areas of the cities are basically based on the official shelter, plus two Zhengshen churches.
"Oh, by the way, it is worth mentioning that Omto College was founded with the support of the Madman School behind the scenes, so that it later gradually developed into a college district centered on this university."
Barton added.
Chen Lun wrote down the news and sighed secretly.
It is really because the memory of the previous life is too long, and I did not have a deep understanding of the city at that time, so now I still need to re-establish a framework in my mind.
Fortunately, the clues about the three opportunities are relatively clear.
"Mr. Leader, the news I found here is that currently, excluding the small family theaters and mobile stages, there are three largest opera houses in Peacock City... namely the "Golden Rum" Grand Theater and the "Tower" Ertal" Opera House and "City Garden" Grand Theater."
Morey held a small notebook in his hand and said to Chen Lun.
He turned the page and added:
"Among these three major theaters, Golden Rum is the most popular and has the highest popularity and influence. The current all-day play "The Rose and the Gallows" is their latest signature. Both the playwright and the actors are of first-class quality. .
Tartar ranks lower, but its focus is more on pure opera and concert situations. Most of the city's dignitaries will basically go there to watch.
City Garden is at the bottom. They have no outstanding features or advantages. Some time ago, the main actor was bought by a nobleman for a large sum of money. What is left is only some third-rate acrobatics, animal taming and lame magic performances. Their reputation is increasingly ruined. "
Chen Lun pondered.
The three people in front of them looked at each other and seemed to have guessed what the leader was going to do.
The team leader had told them before that when they came to Peacock City this time, the team members would mainly focus on "high-level commissions", which were commissions involving mysterious events that came from the Silver Dragon Chamber of Commerce's messenger.
Those clients are often powerful, but because they encounter extraordinary events in the mysterious realm and it is not convenient for the shelter or the church to know about them, they have to turn to the Silver Dragon Chamber of Commerce for help.
The Chamber of Commerce will screen these commissions and then distribute them to the circus, and then the cadres will be responsible for solving them.
While earning high rewards, you can also complete mysterious accumulation.
Because of the relationship between Chen Lun and Rosa, the status of the circus in the Silver Dragon Chamber of Commerce has increased, and naturally it can get the best treatment... This is an extremely rare "mission platform".
It is also an opportunity for members to "quickly upgrade".
But when the circus lives in Peacock City, it also needs a clear identity to cover up. It's okay if the time is short, but if it's long it can easily attract unnecessary attention.
"As for this "City Garden" Grand Theater, I will personally discuss with their boss to let "Jack Circus" move in and become the theater's performance team..."
Chen Lun rubbed his chin and said.
When the three Golovs heard this, they secretly thought that this was indeed the case.
But their expressions were a little strange.
After all, although the name of the team is "Circus", no one knows how to perform. They are all extraordinary people. Whether they are fighting or solving incidents, they have no pressure. However, they are somewhat unfamiliar with the business when they really do their "old business".
"Don't worry, it's just for show, I don't want you to really delve into this..."
Chen Lun smiled.
The three of them couldn't help but breathe a sigh of relief.
Chen Lun looked at the antique wall clock on the wall again, and then said to the three of them:
"Okay, let's do this for now... You have worked hard these past two days, so go back to your room and rest first."
"Yes, Mr. Leader."
Golov and others bowed respectfully and left.
Chen Lun watched the door being closed and stood up and stretched.
(This chapter is not finished yet!)
Chapter 279 City Garden Theater
"As the leader of the team, you have to do something..."
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The next day.
Early in the morning, after Chen Lun had breakfast made by Fulu Yin himself, he went out.
He was well dressed, with a brand-new flat black top hat, a high-end black suit, a felt cloak, and a new pair of leather shoes.
Golov was not familiar with the city yet, so Chen Lun planned to spend a small amount of money to save big trouble today. When we came to the street outside the winery, we hailed a taxi.
With the coachman's attentive good-day greetings, he got into the car with his silver cane on his arm.
It was still early to set off, but when the carriage arrived at the entrance of the "City Garden" Grand Theater three blocks away, it was the busiest time for work.
Chen Lun stood at the entrance of the slightly deserted theater. Looking at the old signboards and the interior walls that had not been taken care of for a long time, he roughly knew that the business conditions here were probably not good.
"Hey sir, are you here to see the show? Today there are "Deformed Acrobatic Troupe", "Animal Taming Sisters" and the most fascinating "Kuwei Magic Show" on stage!"
A skinny short man, wearing a cheap and fat burgundy suit that was completely out of size, approached Chen Lun and made a sales pitch.
His expressions were very expressive and he tried his best to express how wonderful the theater was.
"Are you a staff member of this theater?"
Chen Lun asked.
The little man hesitated for a moment.
"Hmm... Well, let's put it this way, the hourly salary is ten copper crowns, and there is also a commission on tickets."
He shrugged and whispered.
"What do you think, sir, do you want to go in and have a look? Although it looks deserted here, the performance will definitely not disappoint you."
Chen Lun directly took out two silver coins and waved them in front of the opponent.
"I'm not here to watch the show. You go find the person in charge, preferably the owner of this theater...the money is yours."
"Oh, of course, no problem, Mr. Kang."
The little man's eyes opened, revealing bright eyes.
He took the money, turned around excitedly, and rushed into the theater.
After a while.
A young man with a haggard face walked out, and beside him was a tall, thin man with a mustache.
"Hello sir, I am the owner of this theater, Hoyinseman. What can I do for you?"
The young man was dressed very formally, a decent dark gray hot-faced suit and a red bow tie. But the deep dark circles under his eyes made him look less energetic.
"Mr. Huo Yin'er, I heard that the main performer in your theater has been poached? Now it's getting harder and harder to sell tickets, and business is not very good."
Chen Lun showed a polite smile.
"I think I can help you."
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