Sigh...why is it her?
Ed did have a hint of such a premonition in his heart.
He heard from Burke Orton that Arthur's sister had visited Silvermist City, but he didn't know if she was a member of the Royal Society, let alone that she would be transferred here.
It wasn't until Angelica appeared in front of him that he realized that this suspicion that passed by like an electric spark was actually true.
The new agent sent by the Royal Society could be anyone, but why is it her?
Ed is well aware of how dangerous the job of an investigator really is. Even with the various magical abilities in the Keeper's program as a protective umbrella, he almost lost his life several times.
Many times, it seems as if who dies and who lives is just random, as if someone is throwing a die and letting it decide randomly. And he simply happened to be alive.
He didn't want Angelica to get involved in this muddy water again. If I remember correctly, they were the only two children in their family.
Holy Spirit, wouldn't it be enough to sacrifice just one Arthur?
"Hello, Miss Angelica Caster, nice to meet you."
Although his words were polite, Ed pressed his hand on the door handle and did not move out of the way into the house.
"You are Mr. Edgar Waikolo, right?" Angelica asked softly. She was obviously still trying to control her emotions. "Thank you for helping me mail my brother's belongings home." .My mother was really helpless during that time, and I couldn’t come over to deal with these things. In the end, thanks to your help.”
There was no intention of blaming him in her tone, and there was even some sincere gratitude. But this made Ed doubly sad.
sorry. He wanted to apologize to her like this, but apologizing wouldn't make Arthur live, or even make her feel better.
"Yes, I am Edgar Waikolo. I thought you would report to the East District stronghold first."
"The order I received is to come here first, and you will guide the subsequent work process." Angelica behaved like an impeccable student, "Can you let me in first? Teacher Waikolo, It’s not a good place for conversation.”
Teacher Waikolo?
This was the first time he was called that. This title made him feel weird. He had never thought that he would be called "teacher" in this life.
"Just call me Ed. That's what everyone else does."
After hesitating for a moment, Ed made way. After Angelica entered the room, he hung up the free sign at the door, followed her into the room, and persuaded her earnestly:
"With all due respect, Miss Angelica, maybe you don't know much about the situation in Silvermist City. The East District is in a gray area with relatively chaotic security. It has been short of supplies for a long time and has a high casualty rate in the statistics of the past ten years. No less, and the cases handled are relatively complex.”
"...So, if you really want to make more use of your talents and participate more in the major affairs of the Divine Bureau. Then I recommend that you join the Central District or the West District team, where there are more opportunities and resources. It can build a broader stage for you.”
"Then why did he come here?"
Angelica suddenly stopped and turned around lightly and asked.
"Who? You mean..." Ed didn't dare to speak until his name came out.
"My brother Arthur Custer, has he ever told you why he wanted to join the East End Squad?"
Her amber eyes were full of solemnity and sincerity, like a sincere seeker of knowledge.
For a moment, the memory returned to the white tower. The whole city crept at their feet, two dark silhouettes sitting under the crumbling doom, sharing the last crimson sky.
Ed still clearly remembers the salty breeze high in the sky and the crowds of people and carriages coming and going like a swarm of ants. But he never told me why he came here. he thought to himself.
Arthur said nothing in the end, just quietly entrusted everything to him.
"Unfortunately, I don't know much about him..." Ed said helplessly, "We only got along for less than a day in total, and then the next thing happened."
"I understand, thank you."
The disappointment in her eyes was heartbreaking. But soon, she returned to her calm and elegant appearance as a top student:
"Actually, it is my personal wish to join the Eastern Team. I want to understand why Arthur is unwilling to continue his studies in the capital, Hollienburg, and why he insists on choosing here."
"...If my staying here is causing you any trouble, I can assure you that I will leave when everything comes to light."
"In that case... that's fine." Faced with such a sincere condition, Ed could only agree, "But you may not be able to move in at the East Area stronghold for the time being. The previously retired agent just moved out, and his original room It will take some time to renovate before you can move in.”
Angelica can't be allowed to sleep in the bathtub in Mr. Sea Monster's fish-smelling room right now. Even the most hard-working person would probably have a nervous breakdown if he stayed in a room like that for a week.
Since it was once a hotel, the East End Stronghold still has a lot of remaining empty rooms, but most of them have been turned into utility rooms and storage rooms. It will take a few days to clean them up again to turn them into guest rooms.
"Since you are my mentor, I should be with you most of the time these days. The East District stronghold is too far away from here. If I lived there, I would waste a lot of time commuting every day."
Angelica asked her question politely.
"That's true. But there are currently no vacant rooms in the detective station. How about you stay in my room for the time being? That's also the room where Arthur used to live. I can sleep on the sofa," Ed said.
"No need, sleeping on the sofa will affect your sleep quality. I have already signed an accommodation contract in the hotel, which is near the detective station."
