644 Patrol Team
Camus stood at the entrance of the Matani Import and Export Shop, casually smoking a cigarette as he observed the passing customers. Despite his watchful eyes, he didnt spot anyone purchasing Fermo coffee.
As the gas street lamps gradually illuminated the surroundings, casting a dark blue hue across the sky, Camus extinguished his cigarette and tossed it into a nearby trash can. He then made his way back to the beige four-story building that housed the patrol team.
Originally planning to indulge in an Intis feast in a neighborhood frequented by foreigners to celebrate his unexpected windfall of 40,000 verl dor, his plans were disrupted by Louis Berry. By the time he returned, it was already late, and he couldnt be bothered to wait for a top chef to prepare something special. Instead, he decided to return to the patrol team, pool money with his close teammates, and order takeout from a nearby restaurant. After satisfying his hunger, he intended to relax at a bar or dance hall.
While crossing the hall, Camus spotted a teammate with dark brown skin, thick lips, and a height exceeding 1.8 meters. Curious, he inquired, Why did the guy in the straw hat come looking for you again?
Heh, I heard you and the others caught a Serial Killer and got a bounty of 50,000 verl dor?
In Matani, the currency was commonly denoted in verl dor and Delexi copper coins, a system ingrained during Intis colonization. Despite Admiral Querarills control, there were no significant changes in this aspect. The only difference was a partnership with the Feynapotter Kingdoms bank that facilitated the free exchange of verl dor and gold risot.
If he were one of the two teammateseither the Magician or the Zombiewhom Louis Berry had asked about, Camus would undoubtedly be on high alert. However, the person standing in front of him was Sow, a Sequence 8 Pugilist of the Warrior pathway. Sow had joined the patrol team as an adventurer just last year and was known for having a pleasant personality. Besides a bit of laziness and a love for enjoyment, there were no significant issues.
Camus laughed and said, Thats my informant. Without him, I wouldnt have received that much bounty.
Sow, with his single eyelids, had a realization.
Did he come to you just now to get his share?
Camus thought for a moment and replied, Thats one reason. The other reason is that hes still investigating the serial murders from four years ago and wanted to ask me for some details.
He had kept the case dossier hidden from the captain and vice-captains of the patrol team, but he couldnt keep it from his teammates. Therefore, he had no intention of concealing Louis Berrys investigation into the serial murders from four years ago. Moreover, he planned to monitor the police headquarters to identify anyone who enjoyed Fermo coffee and seemed suspicious. He would need his teammates assistance to some extent.
Any progress? Any chance of claiming the bounty? Sow, dressed in a pleated shirt and carrying a broadsword, displayed visible interest.
Camus wasnt ready to provide detailed information at the moment. He vaguely responded, He suspects that the murderer might be hiding at the police headquarters from four years ago. I plan to investigate discreetly.
Why do you think the murderer is a police officer? Sow looked puzzled.
Camus hadnt discussed this with Lumian earlier, so he pondered for a moment and explained, Consider this. In the case four years ago, only Beyonders were targeted. Several of them usually concealed their identities. How could the murderer accurately locate them and know that they were Beyonders?
Only us or those from the police headquarters at a certain rank can access that kind of information. Its easier to verify if there are Beyonders of the Devil pathway on the patrol team.
Four years ago, during their investigation, Vice-Captain Reaza had proposed this idea. However, he only suspected that the Serial Killer was hiding within the patrol team and hadnt considered the police headquarters or the Admiral Guard. Subsequently, the patrol team conducted an investigation and found no suspicious individuals, leading them to shift their focus.
I see a glimmer of hope and smell the fragrance of verl dor, Sow said with anticipation. If you need help, feel free to look for me. I heard that Kolobo and the others just followed you to the scene and each got 5,000 verl dor!
No problem, Camus readily agreed.
Then, he walked past Sow and along the corridor toward his office.
At the door of his office, Kolobo poked his head out, observing the conversation between Camus and Sow.
Kolobo, about the same age as Camus, in his mid-twenties, had dark hair, azure eyes, and a slender figure. He held a pair of black sunglasses in his hand.
He lowered his voice and said to Camus, Stay away from Sow for the time being.
Why? Camus asked, surprised.
Observing Sow vanish through the door leading to the hall, Kolobo averted his gaze and explained,
I have a feeling that something bad will happen if one interacts with him during this period.
Then why didnt you warn him? Camus frowned in confusion.
As a Sequence 8 Robot of the Monster pathway, Kolobo possessed formidable spiritual perception and could vaguely sense certain things.
I warned him. He thinks everythings fine. I even reported it to the Captain. Kolobo shrugged.
As he spoke, the thin Beyonder recalled something.
That adventurer, Louis Berry, is also dangerous. When I arrived at the scene this morning, I didnt dare to look directly at him. Occasionally, I would glance at him and see large amounts of blood, flames, and death.
I didnt want to tell you at first. I felt that if I said it, fate would suffocate me. Phew, it actually seems okay to say it now. It seems Im too sensitive.
That dangerous? As expected of a great adventurer who received a bounty of 600,000 verl dor at once... While Camus, who knew about Louis Berrys deeds, wasnt overly shocked, this was the first time he had heard a Monster like Kolobo describe someone in such a way.
Camus patted Kolobos shoulder.
Thank you. Ill be careful.
With that settled, he asked curiously, Was Louis Berry the first person to give you such a feeling?
No, theres another one. Kolobo shook his head.
Who is it? Camus was surprised.
Kolobos expression suddenly turned serious.
I cant say. Ill die if I say it. Ill die!
With that, the thin Beyonder swiftly left Camuss office.
Upon returning to Hotel Orella, Lumian headed straight for the master bedroom.
In the subterranean suite, even during the scorching season, a refreshing coolness lingered in the air.
On the desk in the master bedroom, a neatly folded letter awaited Lumian.
Madam Magicians response... Lumian picked up the letter and began reading.
Excellent. You have a good understanding of yourself.
The Rose School of Thought and the Numinous Episcopate will be managed by dedicated personnel. No need for you to take unnecessary risks. Concentrate on dealing with Hisoka. If they request your help, you may cooperate.
The Beyonder characteristics left behind by members of the Rose School of Thought, especially those of the Devil and Prisoner pathways, come with a certain level of troublesome corruption. Its advisable not to sell them or randomly seek out an Artisan to craft items. If you need to, you can sell them to me or let me find an Artisan. Keeping them in the Travelers Bag is also fine. Compared to the Shadow Branch boxing gloves, Mr. Fools seal, and the attention and influence of other items on you, theyre as weak as an ordinary newborn baby.
Relieved by this response, Lumian took a breath and activated the black mark on his right shoulder, vanishing from the room.
After a while, he materialized atop a bell tower on Avenue du Boulevard in Trier.
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Gazing at the luxurious Champs-Elysees in the distance and the already lit lamps, Lumian couldnt hold back any longer. He needed to carefully consider the information he had just obtained from Camus.
With the Berserk Sea, the Feynapotter Kingdom, and half of the Intis Republic between them, Lumian could devise a plan to hunt Hisoka without worrying about the enemy sensing malice and danger!
Perhaps only an Angel could sense over such a distance.
Though Lumian lacked specific information about his target or Hisokas identity and had no concrete plan, caution was paramount when he had the ability to be cautious.
Relying on his Ascetic trait, he endured, putting aside thoughts of the corresponding matters. Only when far from Port Pylos and the Southern Continent did he carefully consider details, allowing his thoughts to run free.
After an indeterminate amount of time, Lumian vanished from the bell tower.
Clang! Clang! Clang!
The pendulum clock struck 7 p.m.
The next morning.
Upon entering the hall, Camus spotted Louis Berry, adorned in a golden straw hat, seated on a sofa in the reception area.
Why is he here again? Recalling Kolobos warning, Camus frowned and approached with concern.
What can I do for you this time? he asked calmly, keeping his emotions in check.
Lumian chuckled.
I need some information, but it wont be from you. Find a reliable teammate who isnt privy to our discussion yesterday evening. Meet me at the Matani Import and Export Shop.
I can offer 5,000 verl dor for this.
A peculiar request... 5,000 verl dor. How generous... Is he trying to avoid a Devils danger premonition? Camus, an experienced official Beyonder, quickly made the connection.
He refrained from overthinking and pondered for a moment before responding, Agreed.
Heading into the office area, Lumian rose and departed, making his way to the Matani Import and Export Shop nearby.
Soon, a man sat opposite Lumian, who was savoring his coffee.
The man, with dark hair and a relatively thin build, was a member of the patrol team who had accompanied them to the scene yesterday. Today, he wore dark-black sunglasses, giving him the appearance of a blind individual.
Im Kolobo. Camus mentioned a chance to earn 5,000 verl dor, the patrol team member introduced himself in fluent Intisian.
Amused, Lumian observed Kolobos demeanor. Taking out a pen and paper, he counted out 5,000 verl dor notes and slid them over.
Write down the Prisoner pathway Beyonders name and details from the patrol team. Ensure I dont catch sight of it. Fold it into a square after writing.
Kolobo, almost as if blind, fumbled for the banknotes.
He bent down and counted, nearly burying his head under the table.
Why arent you looking at me? Lumian asked with curiosity.
Trembling, Kolobo replied, I fear I might truly go blind.
Are you able to see something you shouldnt? From the Monster pathway? Lumian pondered but refrained from probing further.
Kolobo turned around and swiftly wrote down the corresponding information on the table behind him, folding the paper and passing it to Lumian.
Without a second glance, Lumian promptly received the information and stowed it in his Travelers Bag.
After settling the bill for his coffee, he headed to the washroom.
His figure vanished once more.
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