what do you think sherlock

Chapter 146 Jane
When the iron gate closed behind him, Lehman still couldn't believe what he had encountered.

A fugitive like him who was supposed to be hiding somewhere, now stands majestically at the center of the empire's politics, and even steps into the official residence of the supreme ruler of the empire openly as an invitee; and the reason why he would He came here to avoid the pursuit of the official security department of the empire.
The subtle conflict and contrast between the two makes people wonder whether there is some kind of potentially huge crack hidden in the seemingly monolithic power center of the British Empire.

Considering the identity of the gentleman who brought him here, I am afraid that the appearance of Lehman himself and the power of the sect behind him is also the product of that huge rift.
Looking at the gray and white palace wall and the complex ornamentation shining with dazzling golden light on the top of the wall, Lehman twirled the registration card in his hand. He had a deeper understanding and thoughts about the mission's trip to London. , and more confidence.
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The room Moriarty had previously reserved was located in Room 5 on the fifth floor. Accompanied by the hotel staff, Sherlock came to the door of this room.

The staff turned to ask Sherlock for advice, and seeing Sherlock nodded, he took the door key from his waist and inserted it into the doorknob lock.Sherlock watched the other party open the door, but his attention was not entirely on it at this time, but from time to time, he would use the corner of his eyes, pretending to be casual, and glance at the wooden door of room 513.

According to the record book provided by the hotel just now, there should be a lady named Jane from the United States living in this room.He was very sensitive to the name, having just finished interrogating Wandley at Scotland Yard not long ago.

Sherlock inquired a few words about Ms. Jane's situation on the way, and learned from the hotel staff that she was staying alone. She was about 40 years old. Although she was no longer young, she still had a bit of charm. Undoubtedly, these characteristics are consistent with the Miss Jane that Wang Delei said. Coupled with the timing of the other party's appearance, it is difficult for Sherlock not to doubt the other party's identity, and then doubt the purpose of the other party's appearance here.

【Is she also aware of Wang Delei's revenge plan? 】Sherlock has made such a guess, but he can't make a conclusion right now. He must meet this Ms. Jane first, so that he can judge the purpose of the other party's coming here with greater certainty.

Of course, this kind of contact requires some skills. After all, so far, his doubts about the identity of the other party have only remained at the level of speculation, and there is no particularly favorable evidence. Moreover, Jane is not a rare name. She arrived in London from the United States with this name. Although there are not many beautiful women here, I am afraid there will not be only one.

"Your Excellency, the door has been opened." The reminder from the hotel staff interrupted Sherlock's thoughts.

He came back to his senses and watched the staff turn the doorknob and push the door open, so he held the pistol in the holster with some vigilance. After all, he was not sure whether there was a trap set by the other party in the room.

With the opening of the door, Sherlock finally saw the whole picture of the room.

Fortunately, there is nothing noticeable in the room; unfortunately, there is nothing noticeable in the room.

But Sherlock is not discouraged, as long as the other party has lived here for a period of time, he will be able to obtain enough information from various clues.

Just when Sherlock was thinking this way and was about to enter room 509 to search for clues, the door of room 513, which he had been paying attention to all the time, suddenly opened the door, and a woman wearing a dark brown one-piece dress with a string hanging around her neck walked out. Pearl necklace, middle-aged lady in woolen shawl.Although she wears all kinds of cosmetics, there are still some subtle and hard-to-cover wrinkles on her face and neck, which are the traces left by the years, but her temperament is extraordinary, with a kind of generosity and grace of a mature woman. Beauty is something that time cannot erase.

Based on the other person's appearance, attire, and location, Sherlock judged that the other person was Ms. Jane whom he wanted to meet very much just now.

[The opportunity has come. 】Sherlock snapped his fingers in his heart.

"Hello, are you that opera singer?" Sherlock patted the shoulder of the hotel staff and told him to wait for a few minutes; at the same time, he asked in a tone of enthusiasm and curiosity mixed with a bit of uneasiness.

When these words were uttered, Sherlock's figure suddenly became stiff, like a fan who met an idol by accident, with both surprise and bewilderment.

"You are?" Ms. Jane looked back at Sherlock in surprise, she didn't answer yes or no directly, but asked about Sherlock's identity instead.

Seeing the other party's reaction, Sherlock breathed a sigh of relief, he was [-]% sure of it now.

"My name is Watson, and I'm a doctor." Sherlock began to perform without blushing: "Ten years ago, well, I was only seventeen or eighteen years old at that time, very young. At that time, I often watched Drama performances, I especially like the performance of a lady named Jane, but it is a pity that when she was about to become famous and was recognized by the London entertainment industry, she suddenly quit the acting stage and left London mysteriously. It's a pity. When I saw you just now, I felt that you were too similar to the former Miss Jane, so I couldn't help asking. If this has caused you trouble, I am really very sorry. "

Sherlock became more and more moved as he spoke, and even bowed to that Ms. Jane at the end.His performance instantly broke Ms. Jian's psychological defense and moved her.

Jane really didn't expect that it has been sixteen or seventeen years since she left London, but there are still supporters here who remember and recognize her. This feeling is really amazing, like a dream.

"No, it didn't cause any trouble." Ms. Jian covered her face with a handkerchief, and silently wiped away the faint tears in her eyes: "I am Jane, you did not admit the wrong person, sir, thank you for remembering me , which is really, really important to me."

Ms. Jian tried her best to control her emotions. This sudden encounter is something she never expected. She will go to her friend's house to meet him next time. Therefore, although she is very touched at the moment, she also wants to meet the gentleman opposite. After chatting a few more words, she still had to restrain her emotions and prepare to leave:

"Sorry, I have a party in a while, and I have to say goodbye to you right now. Do you live in this room? If there is a chance in the future, I would like to communicate with you again."

"I don't live in this room, but if you need it, you can write to this address," Sherlock said, taking out a note from his pocket, writing the address of Baker Street and handing it to the other party:

"If you need any help, you can also write to me, I will be happy to help you. In fact, we are all looking forward to seeing you in the theater again."

"Thank you," Ms. Jane accepted the note from Sherlock, but when she heard the word performance, she hesitated, not knowing how to speak:
"Actually, I haven't participated in a performance in front of the stage for a long time. I don't know if I still have the courage and ability to stand in front of the stage. I hope to have such an opportunity in the future, but to be honest, I can't guarantee it." When will the opportunity appear, and even, will it really appear?"

Jane's words became a little incoherent, so Sherlock said comfortingly:

"Don't worry, it's understandable for us to be a little unfamiliar after leaving the stage for so many years, but please also believe that no matter how you perform, those people who really liked you will be willing to send you the long-lost flowers again And applause, because you really deserve it. Also, maybe you don't know it yet, Mr. Wandley has become the director of a well-known theater in London, and he can give you the best conditions"

"Really? Thank you so much. Is this Mr. Wang Delei also my supporter?" Jane asked excitedly and curiously at the same time, because Wang Delei's name appeared too abruptly, listening to the other party's words It means that she should have known this Mr. Wang Delei a long time ago.

Jane was just a little puzzled, but she didn't expect the impact and shock that her rhetorical question would have on Sherlock.

When hearing Jane's rhetorical question, Sherlock's pupils shrank sharply, and he felt as if something unexpected happened:

"Don't you remember Mr. Wang Delei? Ten years ago, he had a very good relationship with you, and he has always supported you."

According to Wang Delei's self-report, he and Jane used to be in a relationship. If his statement is true, then there must be something wrong with Ms. Jane's performance at the moment; There must be something wrong.

Purely from the perspective of performance and reaction, Sherlock believes that Jane's reaction is more real, and the encounter between the two of them is more unpredictable, and the possibility of planning in advance is lower.
"This, this is really embarrassing, I have no impression of this gentleman at all." Jane said with some regret.

(End of this chapter)