Falsifying history is good business

Chapter 213: Constantine's lingering ghost

"In that case, why did you come to me?"

If Helena didn't want Dr. Jones to find her, then the right thing for her to do would be to put the search on hold or even quit, because "really not knowing" and "deliberately concealing" are two completely different concepts. Especially since Helena is different from others, she is Dr. Jones' goddaughter. From a moral perspective, the psychological guilt she bears for deliberately concealing the truth is probably even greater.

Therefore, Lin You was deeply puzzled by this.

Helena said solemnly, "Because what I was looking for was not the mysterious boy who traveled through time and space, but the patriarch of the Forrest Family. However, when I found him, I discovered that they were the same person."

Looking for the mysterious boy must be just to find clues to time travel; looking for the patriarch of the Forrest family, there are many possible reasons.

"Well, as the patriarch of the Forrest Family, I must ask responsibly, why are you here, ma'am?"

At this moment, the old housekeeper happened to come in with a cart delivering refreshments; Helena wanted to say something but hesitated, and Lin You did not urge her.

It was not until the host and the guest were the only ones left in the reception room that Helena asked, "Do you know the Spear of Longinus?"

"If you're asking about the historical spear that pierced Jesus' body, I know that. But if you're asking about the spear that's in several churches and museums that are claimed to be the real thing, I don't know which one is real."

In the real dimension, the Spear of Longinus was divided into three parts; the Vienna Museum, St. Peter's Basilica in Rome, and Great Glastonbury Abbey all claimed to be the guardian of the holy spear or part of it.

Later, Lin You helped create the big world in the virtual dimension. He couldn't figure out the historical evolution of it for a while. In addition, it was not something that he had to write about, so he simply ignored it all and didn't tell the truth or falsehood. So, when he told Helena that he didn't know whether it was true or false, it was indeed a truth.

"I'm not talking about any of the ones now kept in museums and churches, but the real Holy Lance hidden by Hitler's followers," Helena said eagerly.

Lin You frowned slightly, as if he remembered something funny. "Are you talking about the holy spear that Dr. Jones saw? I remember that it has been confirmed to be a modern forgery. Your father also witnessed it with his own eyes."

The author is referring to the opening scene of the fifth Indiana Jones film, in which the so-called Spear of Longinus was discovered along with the Antikythera Disc - made from modern alloys.

"Of course not." Helena said flatly, "I'm talking about the Holy Lance that was taken to Nuremberg by Hitler before the start of World War II. After the end of World War II, it was seized by the Allies and returned to the Vienna Museum."

"Oh, then?" Lin You asked nonchalantly. The Spear of Longinus in the Vienna Museum was one of the three collections believed to be authentic.

"And according to my research, that holy spear was also a forgery." A hint of pride appeared on Helena's face.

"Who forged it? The Vienna Museum? Hitler? Or the Allies?"

If it was forged by the Vienna Museum, it means that it was a fake before Hitler snatched the Holy Lance; if it was forged by Hitler, it means that the real Holy Lance was hidden by the Third Reich; if it was forged by the Allies - then the real one should be hidden somewhere like the warehouse in Area 51.

"According to the clues I got from my investigation, Hitler and his followers forged a fake Holy Lance; the real Holy Lance was secretly transported to South America before the end of World War II. Now, it may be somewhere in Argentina or Mexico."

"Oh... then congratulations, maybe your discovery will be the most shocking archaeological discovery in 1993." Lin You lazily leaned on the sofa, drinking tea and enjoying the afternoon sun; until now, he still listened to the whole thing as a story and didn't take it seriously. "In fact, I'm not the only one who made this discovery." Helena was worried, "In the process of searching for the Holy Lance, I noticed that someone was also tracking related clues; and I have reason to believe that the other party is related to the NAZI."

"Really? Just like the professor who fought with you for the Wheel of Fate, he is also a NAZI remnant, trying to restore the glory of the Third Reich? Then you should report to the security agencies of various countries, such as Israel's Mossad. It's hard to say anything else, but they will definitely spare no effort in hunting down the NAZI remnants."

Helena shook her head. "Those people are different from ordinary NAZIs. They have a powerful force that I cannot understand. I am afraid that the intelligence agencies are powerless against them."

"That's too much exaggeration, ma'am; they are just a bunch of stray dogs." Lin You smiled disdainfully.

"No, I'm serious." Helena seemed to remember something, and a look of fear appeared on her face. "Those people can use magic. To be honest, I have heard of Jones' many magical experiences, and I have witnessed some things myself, but I have never seen this..."

The calm demeanor had completely disappeared from Helena's face, replaced by fear and dread, a lingering fear that only those who had escaped death could understand.

"Such a powerful and mysterious magic, and there are many people who master this power. If Mr. Constantine hadn't saved me by chance, I'm afraid..."

A familiar name suddenly perked up Lin You, and he interrupted the other person directly: "Who are you talking about? Who saved you?"

"Constantine...he was the one who asked me to come to you..." Helena answered with a doubtful and tentative tone; she immediately noticed Lin You's intense reaction to this name.

Lin You asked again: "What is the full name of Mr. Constantine?"

"John, John Constantine."

"Oh, it's him." Lin You's body, which had been sitting upright, gradually leaned back on the sofa. "How did you and Mr. Constantine know each other? Or should I ask it another way? Between you two, do you owe him a favor, or does he owe you a favor?"

This strange question gave Helena a strange feeling; the young Earl Goff in front of her reminded her of the attending physician she saw in her godfather's ward.

The boy seemed not to be asking about interpersonal relationships, but rather a doctor analyzing his condition and ready to issue a critical illness notice at any time. Helena remembered clearly that the attending doctor had the same look and tone when he suggested that she arrange hospice care for her godfather.

"I said that when I was attacked by the remnants of the NAZI, it was Constantine who saved me. So, I owe him a favor." Influenced by the boy's performance, Helena was cautious in her answer.

Lin You said with emotion: "Listen to my advice, ma'am. If you have the chance, repay this favor as soon as possible. If you don't have the chance, you should find one. Use money and connections. Try to repay this favor in advance in a safe way. Don't wait for Mr. Constantine to take the initiative to ask you to repay the favor."

"why?"

"Because when he comes looking for you, you will most likely have to pay with your life."

(End of this chapter)