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Chapter 1412: Off-island (The Buddhist world is so disgusting...)

"Brother, what do you think of detective novels?"

"Me?"

Standing on the deck, Duanmu Huai admired the endless sea view while looking at Sha Jiuye beside him.

"Why do you want to ask me this question?"

"Because brother is a detective, have you ever encountered a murder case like the one in the detective novel?"

"No."

Duanmu Huai shook his head decisively.

"I have never seen anything like a murder in a closed room."

Duanmu Huai did not lie. Although he did solve some normal murders when he was a detective, they were basically murders of passion, and of course there were some cases of planned murders. However, the focus of the criminals in those cases was mostly on how to hide the body. They basically never claimed to have an alibi like in detective novels, or murders in a closed room.

"I thought so too... After all, it's too bizarre, and the method of killing in a closed room may not necessarily succeed. If it fails, it will be discovered?"

"Is this the content of the novel you are reading now?"

Duanmu Huai glanced at the novel in Sha Jiuye's hand, and the latter nodded.

"Of course, not only me, but also Alice and Miss Medea are reading it."

While talking, Sha Jiuye turned his head and saw that on the deck not far away, the two were also lying on sun loungers, drinking drinks under the umbrella and reading detective novels.

Well, after they came to this world and learned about Duanmu Huai's identity, they expressed their willingness to help Duanmu Huai to be a good assistant... But Duanmu Huai felt that it didn't matter whether he was an assistant or not. If you want to help me, you should read horror novels instead of detective novels... No, you should read the records of the group run.

"After all, the situation this time is more complicated. Isn't the isolated island the most suitable place for murder cases?"

Compared to killing people, I think it's easier to make trouble.

Duanmu Huai naturally did not forget what happened to Ridu Island before. It was because of that incident that Mary always believed that the Japanese festival was to sacrifice a few people to help liven up the atmosphere... Of course, Duanmu Huai's shadow was also obtained there, and he had no complaints about it.

However, it is indeed easy for the Old Ones or Outer Gods to appear in places like isolated islands, and it is not impossible that the entire island is polluted.

Speaking of which... Building a hot spring hotel on the island... This can't be an Okinawa Lolita Island.

"I'm so sorry, Mr. Duanmu, for asking you to come in your busy schedule..."

At this moment, a voice came from the other side. Duanmu Huai turned his head and saw Bai Fan Mika standing there, bowing his head to him.

"Nothing, after all, it's also work."

Duanmu Huai waved his hand.

"And you took us with your own yacht, that's enough."

Tsk tsk tsk, rich people are different. In fact, in this world, Duanmu Huai is also considered a rich man. After all, the success rate of his commissions is very high, and Duanmu Huai is very popular. Almost every client will give him a considerable bonus at the time of settlement.

For Duanmu Huai, it is more than enough to use this money to buy a yacht or even a private jet. It's just that he doesn't have this need on weekdays, and Duanmu Huai is not interested in the pastimes of those rich people, so he just lets the money lie in the bank account and eat dust.

But it's not bad to directly take advantage of others like this. After all, Duanmu Huai doesn't like to go to sea, especially in the world of Cthulhu. Most of the time, people still have to stay away from the sea to be safe.

Duanmu Huai is a little skeptical whether this thing can last until he and others return safely.

After all, this thing doesn't look like it can charge Cthulhu.

"Forget it, I'm free anyway, let's talk about the situation over there."

"Okay."

Hearing Duanmu Huai's request, Meijia did not refuse, but nodded, and then took out a map and put it on the table. At this time, Alice Phil and Medea also came over and looked at the map in front of them curiously.

"We are going to Xiangnong Island next. It is just an ordinary offshore island, about two hours away from the mainland. There is a village on the island, which has been fishing for generations and is quite famous. Therefore, Baifan Group sent people to investigate here, and finally signed an agreement to build a hot spring resort community on Xiangnong Island."

As he spoke, Meijia stretched out his hand and pointed to the map.

"The village is located on the south side of the island. It is a small village. The hotel of Baifan Group is in the mountains. On the one hand, there are hot springs found here, and on the other hand, the environment here is very superior, enough to withstand typhoons and avoid accidents."

Looking at the map in front of him, Duanmu Huai nodded silently. The whole island is C-shaped, and the raised C part is all high mountains, while the village is located on the inside of the gap, which is equivalent to half of the inland sea. Because of the protection of the mountains, it is not afraid of being attacked by typhoons. It is a better place.

It's no wonder that the Baifan Group chose this place as a sanatorium.

"Hot spring sanatoriums are divided into two categories. One is the hot spring hotel, which is mainly Japanese style and is prepared for those guests who stay for a short period of time. The hotels and villas are designed in Western style and are used to entertain guests who live on the island. However, there are not many permanent guests now..."

"Tell me about the disappearance incident. Does it have anything to do with the curse?"

"Yes... I heard that there was a legend about this island before. It was said that a long time ago, people disappeared here for no reason. Everyone was very troubled at that time. Later, a senior monk came and he told these Villagers, there was a demon at work on this island, and the missing people were all eaten by the demon. The villagers were very scared, so they asked the monk for help and sealed the monster away. After that, no one disappeared anymore... Of course, because it was a story from a long time ago, it was only passed down by word of mouth on the island, and it is impossible to tell whether it is true or false. "

Just like once upon a time, there was a mountain, a temple in the mountain, and an old monk telling stories in the temple?

"That's it? Because someone is missing now, you think it's a demon?"

"It's not just that simple. I heard that the shrine in the village was also attacked. In fact, it was the villagers who went to the shrine to worship early in the morning and discovered that something was wrong with the shrine. Then they hurried to notify the village chief, and then found that the villagers The chief is missing..."

"Have you called the police? What do the police think?"

"The police investigation has not yet produced results, and I don't know the situation very well..."

At this moment, Irisviel suddenly stretched out her hand and pointed at the map.

"Is this a shrine?"

"Ah, yes..."

Looking at the direction of Irisviel's finger, Meijia nodded. Irisviel stared there, and then moved her finger gently across the map.

"…………"

"What's wrong? Ellie?"

Seeing Irisviel's thoughtful look, Duanmuhuai asked, while Irisviel and Medea looked at each other.

"I have some ideas, but let's check the situation after we go to the scene."

"beep-----!!"

At this moment, along with the sound of the whistle, the islands and lighthouses on the sea level were also clearly visible.

Although it is a small island, its degree of modernization is beyond Duanmuhuai's expectation. He originally imagined that this place should be a backward place. However, the entire pier looks very clean and wide, and the road along the seaside is also quite straight. There are many buildings nearby, including restaurants and the like.

According to Meijia, this is all part of the Baifan Group's construction plan. After all, they want to turn the entire island into a tourist destination, so it naturally requires all-round modernization.

Stepping onto the pier, Duanmuhuai glanced around.

A small island far away from the mainland, missing cases.

Yeah, pure Cthulhu style.

This tastes right.

I just don’t know which guy is behind the scenes this time.

Of course, the premise is that it is really the Old One.

"Miss Bai Fan."

At this moment, a middle-aged man in a suit came over and bowed respectfully to Meijia.

"This is the hotel manager, Mr. Kashiwagi Shushi."

Meijia also introduced Duanmuhuai and others, and then looked at the man in the suit.

"Mr. Kashiwagi, they are the guests I invited. I think you already know the specific situation."

"Yes."

The middle-aged man in front of him had a very respectful attitude.

"Everything has been arranged. Please follow me."

Soon, the group got on the bus that picked them up and headed towards the hot spring hotel. Meijia also took the opportunity to ask Manager Kashiwagi about his current situation.

"What's the current situation? The employees' emotions are relatively stable, but so far, there have been six disappearances. Everyone is really worried."

"Wait, Liuqi?"

"Yes, after that, two more missing cases occurred in succession, and the police have launched an investigation. But... there is not much progress."

"Aren't the police planning to search the mountains or something?"

Hearing this, Duanmu Huai asked, while Manager Kashiwagi shook his head.

"No, this place is originally a small place with insufficient police force. There are only ten people in the entire police station. Although the hunting club in the village organized several small-scale patrols and searches, nothing was gained."

Speaking of this, Manager Kashiwagi also frowned.

"Miss, I think this matter should be brought under control as much as possible. If we continue to call the police, it will only make those bad guys aware of the anomalies on this island. No one knows whether those reporters will add fuel to the fire and distort the reports. Thus damaging the reputation of Baifan Enterprise..."

"………………"

Facing Manager Kashiwagi's advice, Meijia lowered her head and said nothing, while Shajiuye also looked at her worriedly. Duanmu Huai raised his eyebrows and stared at Manager Kashiwagi. From a business perspective, Manager Kashiwagi was right. The Baifan Group was willing to spend a lot of money on this plan, which can be seen from the completely modernized village. If the disappearance spreads and is reported by the media, it may attract some curious guests.

But this is obviously not what the Baifan Group wants. They are taking the upper-level route, and their goal is to serve those upper-level people, not weirdos who like to pursue supernatural events.

Therefore, from the perspective of Baifan Group, the right thing to do is to suppress this matter as much as possible.

"Don't worry."

Looking at Meijia who was silent, Duanmuhuai reached out and patted her shoulder. After hearing Duanmuhuai's words, Meijia raised her head and stared at Duanmuhuai.

"Mr. Duanmu?"

"Have you forgotten? That's what we came for."