Alice in the Land of Steam

Chapter 733 Are there never two unrelated things?
Although the detective seemed to be hiding something, Lingge couldn't force her to tell it as long as it didn't affect the next plan.

Afterwards, they discussed other details, such as the time of the party, the planned route of action, the topography of the Westminster area, and the internal structure of Professor Heinrich's villa, Xiaoliang Palace. The detective said that she would try her best to obtain the distribution of security forces and sentries on the night of the party, but there was no guarantee of success.

After all, the professor is a philosopher of the Witch Society. Although other philosophers are unlikely to attend due to the mid-year meeting, it is not difficult to arrange some night watchmen to maintain order at the party. However, it is indeed difficult to spy on the night watchmen. If the identity is exposed before the plan starts, it will be more trouble than gain.

In addition, Gloria also suggested that once Linger had determined the candidates for the operation, he should bring them to meet her so that both sides could get to know each other and cooperate well during the operation. Although Linger saw her eyes flickering when she said this, he knew that this guy had other intentions, but after all, what she said made sense, so he nodded in agreement.

Seeing that the sky was getting darker and a rainstorm might come at any time, Ling said goodbye to Miss Gloria and then set out on the road back to the church with Saint Shallia. On the way, Saint Shallia asked Ling: "Do you really want to accompany Miss Gloria to the party? I think it's too dangerous and it's easy to be discovered by the society."

"No way." Ling Ge shook his head and said, "Even if I don't go to the party, I must participate in this operation. In this case, why don't I accompany Miss Gloria to the venue? It will be safer. As for whether we will be discovered, we can only trust her judgment."

Saint Shalia nodded silently.

Lingge really must participate in this operation. He is the only indispensable candidate. Maybe his strength is not strong, but as long as he is present, everyone will have a sense of security. Maybe this is the so-called leadership qualities.

If this operation is handed over to Alice to command, who knows what kind of trouble will happen. Saint Xia Liya also believes that she does not have this ability. As for Miss Gloria, although she is suspected of the Girl Kingship, it has not been verified. Whether she is trustworthy or not remains to be seen.

Saint Shalia asked again, "How are you going to solve the problem of the dress and carriage? Are you going to ask Rorona for help after all?"

Ling Ge didn't expect her to ask such a question, but since it wasn't an important matter, he didn't take it seriously, so he casually replied, "If the situation requires, I should. What's wrong? Is there any problem?"

Lingge was thinking about this as he walked around the corner. At this moment, he noticed that Saint Shallia's expression seemed a little strange, as if she wanted to say something but hesitated. He thought she was a straightforward person, so he asked, "Do you have anything else to ask, Saint Shallia?"

"No, nothing, nothing."

With Rorona's alchemy, there is really no need to spend so much money to rent high-end dresses and carriages. I believe that the magical alchemy should be able to achieve the same effect with materials that can be found everywhere? Maybe there will be some additional effects, just like the enchantment that Alice mentioned. In addition, you can also ask Rorona to refine some small props that will be used on the night of the action, such as the props she used when escaping from the Night Palace.

Since it is needed by the team, she probably won't charge any money, but isn't the work pressure a bit too much? I hope she can handle it.

This time it was Ling's turn to nod.

"Ah? Um... yes, is that so?"

Saint Xia Liya was startled at first, but after she came to her senses, she asked hesitantly in a tone that even she herself was not sure of: "Ling Ge, do you really want to dance with Miss Gloria?"

Hearing this answer, Saint Xia Liya seemed a little disappointed. She lowered her head and said nothing more.

Ling Ge saw this and was a little confused, not knowing why she had such an expression. Suddenly, he said, "However, if the infiltration plan goes smoothly and the person responsible for stealing intelligence succeeds early, perhaps we can leave early and then we don't have to dance."

After that, he seemed to be afraid that Saint Xia Liya would misunderstand him, so he added: "I don't know how to dance ballroom dance, and I have no interest in practicing, so it's best to avoid these troubles." Saint Xia Liya still lowered her head. After walking quietly for a while, she raised her head and showed Lingge a shallow and joyful smile. Lingge was surprised to find that when she smiled, she actually had two cute dimples on her face, which the young man had never noticed before. He suddenly had a strange impulse and wanted to reach out and poke the dimples on her face, but this idea was quickly driven out of his mind, and he wondered why he had such an absurd idea. Could it be that he was infected by Alice?
The young man did not notice that while he was reflecting on himself, a determined look quietly flashed across the shepherdess's eyes.

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Nothing else happened after that. After the two returned to St. Annville Cross Church, they learned that Metien and her group had left the church under the guidance of a new guide and were touring an unknown street in the Seven Stars District. The two could only stay in the church and wait for them to return. By the way, they visited many places of interest in St. Annville Cross Church, including the Holy Spring Ganville, the Thirteen Saints, the Oath-taker murals and the Toro Proverbs Monument. Among them, the most famous is the bell tower where the bell ringer Pancras once lived. It is said that it is still in use today. The residents of the Seven Stars District listen to the bells here every day to start a new day.

However, not long after, it began to rain. At first it was a misty drizzle, the dampness and coldness soaking into the bone marrow, and gradually turned into a downpour. Although it had not yet reached the point of a downpour, it was enough to submerge the street scenes, houses and trees in a hazy curtain of rain.

Linger and Saint Charleja ended their visit with regret, and Metien and his group who were out for fun also returned to the church in a mess. They didn't get wet because the church member who was responsible for receiving them today looked at the sky before leaving and suggested that everyone bring an umbrella, which did work in the end. In the city of Lonwittin, where it always rains, only the locals are well aware of its unpredictable nature. They know when it will rain heavily and they need to bring an umbrella when they go out, and when it will only be misty and drizzling and they can just walk under the trees.

No matter what, it’s always related to rain.

However, the little girl and her companions ran so fast when they came back that their shoes, socks and skirts were soaked by the muddy water that quickly accumulated on the street. They felt very uncomfortable, so they strongly requested to end today's activities and go back to the Evangelical Seminary to take a hot bath.

Lingge had no objection, and Saint Shallia had no objection either. She was more concerned about whether everyone would catch a cold. So, the group said goodbye to Brother Mufasa and the church member who was in charge of leading the way, and set off on the return journey through the underground secret passage. It was not known whether it was affected by the heavy rain, but the water level of the underground river seemed to have risen, and the ferryman Gerney mentioned an interesting thing to them.

"The guys from the True Spirit Sect seem to be digging something near the North Roald subway station platform, blocking the road and not letting people pass." Gernier spit out his snake-like tongue with a cold tone. He seemed to have the same cold attitude towards everyone. Except for old man Pancras, who made him give way to him, there was no difference in his eyes for others: "Do you have any clues?"

However, Lingge really knew what the matter he mentioned was about.

Have the people from St. Annville's Cross Church started excavating the ancient ruins near the North Roldex subway station platform? Their efficiency is so fast that it is almost comparable to that of the combined forces of the Order.

He casually explained a few words, but didn't take it to heart. He was still thinking more about the action on the night of the 26th. But he didn't notice that after listening to him, the ferryman Gern looked at him thoughtfully, and suddenly said in a low voice: "Two unrelated things will never happen on the ground and underground of this city."

Ling Ge was slightly startled: "What?"

"nothing."

Gerney retracted his gaze and thought: I have already given a hint once. As for whether this young man will take it seriously and whether he has a way to deal with it, it all depends on his own ability.

He was the one who could make Lord Pancras so polite and be called a true believer by Rochelle.

Let me see, what kind of future you will choose here and where you want to go to?

The sound of running water faded away, and the raindrops on the ground seemed to have fallen into the ground, stirring up even emptier memories in the empty tunnel. Gern slowly stopped at the ferry and said calmly, "We're here."

　Give me some meow
　　
　
(End of this chapter)