RNP Chapter 108 How much trouble can low-sequence sequences cause?
Chapter 108 How much trouble can low-sequence sequences cause?
"Missing Person Request..."
"A very ordinary, very common task..." Klein thought subconsciously.
and many more!
Looking for someone?
Another missing person request!
I just got into a huge mess because of a request to find someone, and now another one is popping up?
At that moment, Klein remembered that the reason he had gotten into trouble was because he had accepted Ian's request to find his suspicious employer, Zeril.
Now here comes another one...
Just as he was about to refuse, his face darkening—
"This commission is over ten pounds..."
"A dozen pounds..." He swallowed his words of refusal again.
The receptionist lowered her voice, "You're lucky. If other senior detectives weren't so busy, you wouldn't have gotten such a good job."
Good luck? Me!
Klein's lips twitched. He really couldn't believe that he had been so lucky lately. If he had been, he wouldn't have run into this mess.
Frankly, Klein, mired in his troubles, had no intention of accepting the commission.
but……
A dozen pounds is indeed a tempting amount—enough to pay his recent rent and even cover the bail he lost earlier.
If you're simply looking for someone, a divination session above the gray fog should suffice.
Klein unconsciously tapped the counter with his right index finger.
"Then who should we contact?"
"I don't know the specifics," the receptionist shook her head.
Unsure? Could it be some dangerous group they're targeting again? I already have enough trouble... Klein was feeling down.
Seemingly sensing Klein's concerns, the receptionist said, "It shouldn't be any too dangerous a mission. The person who commissioned the mission is also a member of our guild..."
"A membership? She should be able to handle that herself, right?"
"No, she's not a detective; she doesn't usually handle these kinds of cases."
Bounty hunters... Klein had some guesses. Besides detectives, the most common people in the guild were bounty hunters. Although there was some overlap in their missions, there were still clear distinctions between them.
Bounty hunters often take on missions with higher intensity.
Although there are some ruthless individuals among them who hunt down suspects with wanted posters, they are a minority. Detectives are better at finding people.
"Could it be that she can't find her mission target?"
A bounty hunter's request led Klein to reasonably suspect that the other party might not be able to find their own targets, so they chose to outsource some of their missions.
After all, he himself had worked as a private investigator for a while, and it would be difficult to get such a high price for a normal missing persons case.
However, if the task is outsourced, then it makes perfect sense.
Bounty hunters often can't find their targets, so they pay detectives who are better at finding people to do it.
However, this also means that the risk of this commission is definitely not small.
"Is she looking for someone related to her mission?" Klein asked tactfully.
"No, it seems she's looking for a friend who's gone missing," the receptionist replied.
"You can discuss the specific details with her."
"This is getting a bit complicated. I'm already embroiled in my own troubles, but..."
Klein was conflicted. If it weren't for all the recent troubles, he really wouldn't want to give up this kind of low-cost, high-paying job.
Just as he was hesitating whether to refuse the commission, a rough voice interrupted his thoughts.
"Sherlock Moriarty, it's great to see you here." The newcomer was Bart, a man of imposing stature.
The man who arrived was none other than the burly Bart. He had recently received word that Sherlock Moriarty seemed to be in trouble and had been taken away by the police for questioning.
He immediately reported the news to Charles, who, upon hearing it, believed it was a good opportunity to win over the other party.
After all, offering help in times of need can easily maximize loyalty.
"The board members want to see you."
At this moment? Klein suddenly became alert.
"Is there something you need?"
"I don't know." Bart shook his head, not intending to say anything more.
……
The third floor of the Truth Guild.
Charles's office was filled with the aroma of cigars and sandalwood, creating a tranquil and elegant atmosphere.
"Sherlock, please have a seat." Charles put on a business-like smile when he saw Klein arrive.
"How have you been doing in the guild lately?"
Why does that tone sound like a boss showing concern for a new employee...? Klein thought about it again and realized that was indeed the case. Could it be that the director was going to make empty promises to me?
"Ahem..." He cleared his throat. "Not bad, the income is very stable, just like I said before."
Unsure of the other party's intentions, he chose to exchange a few polite words first.
"That's good." Charles chuckled. "Joining us was the right decision, wasn't it?"
"Um..."
"Don't be so formal, I just want to talk to you..."
……
The two chatted idly for a few minutes.
"I heard you've been having some trouble lately?" Charles suddenly stopped smiling and changed the subject.
……
Upon hearing this, Klein remained silent for a moment, then asked:
"Director, where did you get this information from?"
It's highly suspicious that the other party found out about my trouble so quickly...
"I just overheard a rumor. Someone saw you leaving the police station."
"What's wrong? Are you really in trouble?" Charles observed Klein's expression and used a concerned tone at the right time.
……
Klein fell silent.
"Don't worry, Sherlock. If you really encounter any trouble that you can't solve, you can tell me. As a member of the guild, we have an obligation to help you when you're in trouble."
"Of course, relatively speaking, the handling fees for your future tasks will probably increase somewhat."
"Really...?" Klein was somewhat skeptical.
He didn't believe his troubles could be resolved with mere fees. Ultimately, the problem stemmed from his attempt to bypass the guild and take on private jobs.
In such a special situation, will the guild really help...?
"Of course, if it's a tricky problem, there might be some additional costs."
"But you don't need to worry about whether the problem can be solved."
"Don't underestimate the power of the guild!" Charles said with a confident smile.
Although he didn't know what trouble Klein had encountered, in his eyes, the problems that someone of Klein's level could encounter shouldn't be a problem for him.
It would just mean offending some gangsters or nobles; the worst-case scenario would be getting harassed by the church...
He can even get extraordinary individuals out of the Church of Storms, so these problems are nothing to him.
What? Could it be that someone with a low rank could have offended some behemoth?