Alice in the Land of Steam

Chapter 749 Is it really that simple?

Lover?

That's not what I said before I came here.

Lingge couldn't help but look down at Gloria, and happened to meet the girl's gray eyes. She blinked mischievously, and a cunning look seemed to flash in the depths of her misty eyes.

Professor Heinrich saw that the interaction between the two was undoubtedly in line with the identity of a couple, so he did not suspect anything, but an ambiguous smile appeared on his face: "This is really a surprising thing. Although it is a bit inconsistent with etiquette, Your Highness Gloria, oh no, I almost forgot, it should be Miss Gloria, I can understand your desire for free love. Moreover, in my personal impression, Mr. Green is indeed more suitable as a lifelong partner than those self-righteous noble children in Lunweiting. In today's era, it is difficult to find such a mature and stable young man. Others are either impetuous or conceited. This is an excellent proof that personal accomplishment has no direct connection with family inheritance... It seems that I have said too much, I hope you don't think I am too long-winded."

"Of course not. I agree with you, Professor Heinrich. In fact, this is what I am most fascinated by about Green." Gloria said shyly, acting like a girl in love. "His only shortcoming is that he doesn't like to talk much. He always does ten things with his hands but never says a word. Therefore, I can only thank you for your compliment on his behalf. I hope you don't mind."

Professor Heinrich smiled and said, "Actions are more valuable than sweet words. Mr. Green just understood this earlier than other young people."

While Lingge was sighing in his heart that these two guys were really good at talking nonsense, he nodded to Professor Heinrich to express his greetings and gratitude, once again confirming his "silent" personality.

After a few pleasantries, Gloria asked to leave. Professor Heinrich, as the host of the party, had other guests to entertain and could not stay here to chat with them, so he did not try to persuade her to stay. Anyway, since Her Highness Gloria was going to attend the party, there would be many opportunities for both parties to meet later, so there was no need to rush.

Lingge breathed a sigh of relief. It seemed that the most difficult first step was finally passed.

However, before they entered the mansion, Professor Heinrich made a request, hoping to introduce the identity of Her Royal Highness the Third Princess to the guests at the opening speech of the party. In name, it was to show the people-friendly image of the royal family, but in fact, he probably wanted to use the name of the royal family to expand the influence of the Institute of Prehistoric Heritage. Regardless of the professor's status or ability, at least his enthusiasm for archaeology is unquestionable. The direction he has been working towards and his biggest dream is to make archaeology attract more attention. Even if it cannot become a social phenomenon, at least it must be separated from the scope of history and become an independent discipline.

But Gloria declined this request. She knew what she was doing tonight and naturally didn't want to attract more attention. The reason for the refusal was also very simple. She still used Lingge as a cover, saying that her relationship was still in the private stage and she had no plans to make it public for the time being. She even went to the party secretly without telling her mother. She hoped that Professor Heinrich would give her some time to enjoy a free love life for the sake of being a fellow archaeologist... That was about it.

Professor Heinrich had no choice but to nod in agreement after hearing what she said. In fact, this was similar to what he had guessed. If it wasn't a secret relationship, would the royal family allow the honorable Third Princess to date an unknown young teacher? I'm afraid that once the relationship is made public, even if the royal family doesn't make a statement, public opinion and social media will put this taciturn young man under tremendous pressure. The countless tabloids in Lunwitting don't survive just by publishing discount information. This kind of gossip about the upper class is their favorite topic.

Based on this, Professor Heinrich was not very optimistic about this relationship with a huge gap in status, but the young people's yearning for free love and disregard for secular etiquette were worthy of recognition. So Ling vaguely noticed that there was some sympathy and encouragement in his eyes when he looked at him, and he couldn't help but be speechless.

Walking under the luxuriously decorated porch, the two walked towards the main hall where the party was held under the guidance of the well-trained waiter. On the way, Ling lowered his voice and said to the girl who was still holding his arm: "So, should I call you Her Highness Gloria now?" "Please don't say that, Mr. Green." The girl stared at the ice crack pattern on the floor and said softly: "My love for you does not change because of the difference in identity or status. I think you should understand my feelings best, so please don't say these words that will affect our beautiful feelings. It will make me sad."

Why are you still pretending?
Linger frowned slightly: "Professor Heinrich is no longer here."

Gloria finally let go of her gaze from the pattern on the floor. She looked up and signaled the waiter leading the way, then leaned her head on Linger's shoulder and reminded him like a couple whispering, "Even if there are no audiences, professional actors will carry out their character settings to the end. Besides, we have to be wary of more than just Professor Heinrich. As far as I know, the guards in Xiaoliang Palace are all retired elite soldiers in the army. They are good at catching flaws in your words and deeds, not to mention those invisible night watchmen. Although their noses are not as good as those of the silver mad dogs, they are not much different. I don't think you would be willing to practice this on yourself, Mr. Green."

Her words made Lingge realize that the real crisis was not over yet. At least before Nevile and Leticia succeeded and the party ended, they both had to be careful and not reveal any flaws. So he collected his attention and stopped paying attention to Gloria's true identity. Instead, he tried to get into the role of a guest as soon as possible. Of course, he couldn't help but say, "It's better to let me hear your explanation after this operation is over."

"Of course." Gloria pursed her lips slightly and showed a sweet smile: "Whatever you want to know, I will tell you honestly."

Her current elegant and dignified image is really not the same person as the cunning detective lady before. Could it be that the royal bloodline is all born actors, or because the Crimea Palace is too close to the National Grand Theater, this guy learned some knowledge that he shouldn't have learned too early?

Lingge didn't pay attention to these. His mind was full of one question: Was Gloria's action a personal act, or was it authorized by the royal family?

If it was the former, why did the Third Princess of the Kingdom take the risk to spy on the Witch Society? Did she know what she was doing, or was she just having fun? If it was the latter, did it mean that the Victorian royal family was dissatisfied with the current situation of the church's excessive interference in the country's internal affairs, and therefore wanted to change this situation?

The water was becoming more and more muddy, and Ling Ge suddenly felt that his idea of ​​getting away unscathed was a bit naive.

He gradually lowered his expectations and no longer sought to obtain any useful intelligence, as long as he did not reveal his identity.

The question is, is it really that simple?

The young man stepped forward and passed through a white marble archway. The magnificent main hall of the evening party immediately came into his sight.

　Give me some meow
　　
　
(End of this chapter)