LA Detective

Chapter 497 Invitation

"Hey, guys, what are you talking about? So happy." Red came over with a glass of beer.

Luke laughed. "We're listening to stories about Daddy Superman."

The deputy team poured a glass of rum and handed it to Rhett, "Put down your glass of sugar water, this is what men should drink."

Rhett smiled, took a sip from his wine glass, "Good wine."

"I chose." The deputy team also took a sip.

Rhett raised his eyebrows, "I remember the last time we had dinner together, Panna said that your body cannot drink strong alcohol."

Luke didn't know who Panna was, but presumably it was one of the vice team's ex-wives.

The deputy said indifferently, "Come on, at my age, I'm only happy at this point. Drinking alcohol can make me happy, and being happy makes me healthier. Overall, it's good."

Seeing what Reid wanted to say, the deputy team waved his hand, "Don't worry, I understand my body."

"OK." Reid didn't say any more, and chatted with other people.

After sitting with everyone for a while, Rhett patted Luke on the shoulder, "Let's go over there and talk."

Luke got up, walked to a remote corner with his wine glass, "Director, what's the matter?"

"Do you remember Deputy Mayor Li Mei?"

"yes.

Last year, her daughter Betty was kidnapped and we rescued her. "Luke rescued Li Mei's daughter, but the two sides never contacted each other again. It's not that Luke didn't understand the world, it's just that the two parties were in different circles at that time.

"Mayor Li is going to hold a party tomorrow night, but she doesn't have your contact information, so I can only pass it on to you." Rhett took out a blue invitation letter from his pocket, "This is yours."

Luke took the invitation and opened it to check. It said that he was invited to the party tomorrow night, as well as the time and place. Li Mei's name was in the lower right corner.

"Why did she think of inviting me?"

"You're famous now, it won't hurt her to win you over earlier, maybe one day she will run for mayor and ask you for help."

Luke shook his head and laughed, "I don't think I can help much except votes and donating $100 in campaign funds."

"Hey, you should have changed your mind.

You are now the captain of the Robbery and Murder Division, and you have solved many sensational cases. Many citizens know that the famous Captain Luke already has a certain reputation in the police circle.

You are not who you used to be. "

Luke teased, "Can I understand that I have the value of using it?"

Rhett smiled, "Although this sounds uncomfortable, it is true.

Welcome to the world of adults. "

Luke asked curiously, "Suppose, I mean suppose, Mayor Li is going to run for mayor, how can I help?"

"Police support is good for the stability of Los Angeles and helps a lot with municipal elections."

Luke said, "Then you should find Frank, he is the boss of the police department."

Reid glanced around and said softly, "Frank will not express his opinion easily.

And as a rising star of lapd, you have certain influence and popularity among the citizens of Los Angeles. If you can help candidates stand on the platform, the effect will be very good.

Of course, I didn't say who you must support, just an example.

Getting in touch with this circle early is not a bad thing for you.

As for how to choose, that is a matter for the future. "

"I get it." Luke nodded. Now that the invitation letter is in hand, can he still say it?

Rhett clinked glasses with Luke, looked him up and down again, "dress more formally tomorrow."

Luke laughed, "Will the police reimburse the cost of the costume?"

"If you plan to wear a swimsuit at the party tomorrow, I can think about it." Reid left with a smile after saying a word.

"miser."

Although Luke doesn't know politics very well, he can also feel that Li Mei has a good relationship with the police. If Li Mei can really become the mayor of Los Angeles, it will also help Luke's career.

Luke has attended parties before, but this is the first time for a party of this level. After all, it is the first time. He is a little uncertain and needs a little preparation.

The next morning.

Topeka Mall.

This is a bit similar to a domestic shopping street, except that the scale is larger and the environment is better. The street is closed, and there are many high-end flagship stores of various brands on both sides.

In a high-end suit shop, Luke stood in front of the mirror and tried on several suits in a row.

Linda just came back from vacation, she was in a beautiful mood, she stood aside and praised, "This suit is also very suitable, super handsome."

"Mom, you say that every time."

"I'm telling the truth. The girls at the party will be attracted to you. I think you should help you clean up the house first."

Luke "..."

Linda said indifferently, "You are normal at your age now, there is nothing to be embarrassed about, I will leave after cleaning."

"No." Luke politely declined, "If necessary, I will go to the hotel."

"Wow, you're more romantic than your dad."

"Stop, I'm not interested in your stories." Luke interrupted Linda and continued, "Which one should I choose?"

Linda asked, "What do you think of the pink set?"

"It's too flamboyant, it's not for me."

"That's right. I think the black and dark blue ones are also good. You can buy both. Anyway, you don't need Daisy to send money."

"Then I want this black set, and I will order another set when I have time."

Linda asked, "Where's the tie?"

"No, I don't want to wear that thing, I'm not a gentleman, a suit is enough."

After shopping for clothes, Luke bought a new pair of leather shoes.

As for the watch, there was a black-dial Rolex from Daisy.

Luke felt that this outfit was enough, as he said just now, he was not a gentleman, so it was almost enough.

Luke went shopping with his mother for a while, and bought her a new backpack.

In the afternoon, the two went to a furniture store.

At the end of May, Luke's new home was completed, and he needed to buy supporting furniture and appliances. Luke had no experience in this area and no time, so he had to ask his mother to help.

He is not good at and doesn't like this kind of tedious work.

The main body of the house has been built, but it hasn't been decorated yet, so the two of them just took a rough look at the style, type, and price to make sure they knew it well.

The style of furniture and home appliances will not be determined until the interior decoration of the house is completed.

In the evening, the two had a simple dinner, and Linda went home.

Luke went to the party in his new suit.

eight pm.

Four Seasons Hotel.

Luke walked into the lobby, showed the invitation to a waiter, and was taken to the hotel's open-air bar.

It has been fully booked out as a party venue.

At this time, melodious music was playing at the party, and many guests had already arrived.

Luke glanced around and saw several familiar figures.

Li Mei is chatting with a beautiful blonde and blue-eyed Caucasian beauty.

Rhett was also chatting with a wine glass. After seeing Luke, he waved, "Luke, here."

There were two people standing beside Reid, one of them was the superintendent of the Western Division, Mercedes Marceau.

The other was a white man in his 40s. Luke looked familiar, but couldn't recognize him.

Reid introduced, "This is Danick Smith, the prosecutor of Los Angeles." He pointed at Luke, "Luke Lee, the captain of the First Squadron of the Robbery and Murder Division."

Luke made a handshake gesture, "Prosecutor Smith, I have known you for a long time, it's a pleasure to meet you."

Luke had heard his name, but had no direct contact with him. Luke usually communicated with the Assistant Prosecutor or Deputy Prosecutor.

Danick Smith shook hands with Luke, "I've heard about you too.

You've done a good job on the force, young man. "

Luke looked at Mercedes Marceau at the side again, "Superintendent Marceau, long time no see."

Mercedes Marceau said with a smile, "Although we haven't met, John often mentions you."

Luke was a little surprised. He didn't expect that old rookie John to be quite familiar with Superintendent Marceau.

He joked to himself, "The two of us are indeed more like-minded."

After chatting with the two of them, Luke took the opportunity to drag Rhett aside.

"Boss, what's the theme of today's party?"

"Didn't I tell you yesterday?"

"No."

"Sorry, I forgot." Rhett said softly, "Mayor Li joined the Elephant Party before, did you know that?"

"know."

"Today is the first day she has quit the party, and she is now an independent."

Luke was a little confused, "This also requires a party?"

Rhett patted him on the shoulder, as if you were used to it.

"Do I need to congratulate her?"

"There's no need to be too deliberate. It's just a social reason. What you need to do now is to meet more 'valuable' friends, who may be useful in the future."

"How do you know each other? I don't like awkward chats."

"No one makes you have an awkward chat. If you know someone, just go over and say hello, and he will introduce you to the acquaintances around you, and everyone will naturally know each other.

If you hear others talking about topics of interest, you can also join in.

It's not fundamentally different from the parties you've been to before. "Red took a glass of whiskey from the table next to him and handed it to Luke, "Drink a glass, it will be easier for you to blend into the atmosphere.

Go ahead and you will encounter many more occasions like this in the future. "

Rhett left after speaking.

"Hey, Luke." An Asian woman in a floral cheongsam walked over. She was the first Chinese female deputy mayor of Los Angeles.

"Mayor Li, good evening.

I like your cheongsam, it suits you very well. "

"Thank you." Li Mei showed a hint of apology, "I'm sorry, because I don't have your contact information, I couldn't invite you in person."

Luke handed the other a business card, "Now you have it."

Li Mei took the business card and handed Luke her own business card, "Next time, I will send the invitation directly."

Luke felt that someone was looking at him, glanced at him inadvertently, and asked casually, "Isn't Betty here?"

"She is too young for today's occasion.

I didn't tell her that you were going to the party, otherwise, she would definitely come. "

Luke smiled, just listen to what he said. Although he saved Betty, when he saw Luke, the other party would also think of the kidnapping. Li Mei might not want the two to meet.

At the door of the party, a new guest came and waved in Li Mei's direction.

Li Mei said, "Luke, I'm sorry, I'm going to greet new guests.

Glad to have you here. "

Luke nodded with a smile.

Afterwards, Luke sat at a side table, drinking and watching the partygoers.

He has just come into contact with this level, and he doesn't know many people, so sitting here is somewhat boring.

He stood up and was about to get some fruit to eat when a white woman in her 20s sat across the table.

"Sir, can I sit here?"

Luke looked at each other. The young woman was very beautiful, with blond hair, blue eyes, fair skin, and a blue dress. She looked like an elf in a European film and television drama.

"Have we met before?"

"No, I've seen you on TV. You have solved many big cases and you are a famous detective in Los Angeles."

Luke thought to himself, is it true that his mother was right, that he is super handsome in this outfit, and luck will come so soon?

"My name is Luke, nice to meet you."

"My name is Lilith." The blond beauty raised her glass, "Captain Luke, you have investigated so many dangerous cases, can you tell me about them?"

Luke said, "Sorry, I signed a non-disclosure agreement and cannot disclose it to the outside world."

Lilith's small mouth was slightly raised, as if she was a little disappointed, "Do you have any other more exciting adventures? For example, adventures."

Luke asked back, "You mean the treasure hunt?"

"Yes, since I was a child, I have loved listening to elders telling stories about treasure hunts."

Luke laughed. "Have you heard of Finn's treasure?"

"Yes, I've heard the story of a very funny old man who likes to bury treasure.

Do you like treasure hunting too? "

Luke replied with a smile, "No, I'm too busy with work to find treasure hunting at all."

Lilith "..."

I……

How can we talk about this?
Luke asked, "You've been paying attention to me since I first came to the party, why?"

Lilith denied, "You misunderstood, I have been looking in the direction of the door."

Luke went on, "As soon as we met, you asked me to tell you about a thrilling case. You know I can't tell you.

So, your real purpose is to ask me about the treasure hunt? "

Luke stared at the delicate facial features of the other party, and continued, "Also, you call Finn an interesting old man, which sounds like you know him well.

So, you're here for Finn's treasure? "

"Clap clap..."

Lilith clapped her hands and said with a smile, "As expected of the most famous police detective in Los Angeles, it feels like a failure to be seen through so quickly by you."

Luke asked warily, "What do you do?"

Lilith pushed back her blond hair, took off an earring from her ear, and placed it on the table in front of Luke.

Luke picked up the golden earrings that were still warm, because they were covered by hair before, and the blonde hair was similar in color, Luke didn't see it.

Observing carefully now, the golden earrings are exquisitely crafted and familiar, "This is Finn's treasure, where did it come from?"

Lilith had a strange expression on her face, and said softly, "I bought it at the auction...."

Luke "..."

　In the previous chapter, some book friends reported that it was relatively watery, so I adjusted the plot today.

　　Sorry for the late update.

　　
　
(End of this chapter)