Lord of the Mysteries Chapter 144: Banyan News
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After returning to Minsk Street from the factory area, Klein simply used lunch, fell asleep, and slept until the sky became dark, and he woke up naturally in the evening.
But even so, he still felt tired, feeling tired from the heart.
After a while, Klein went down to the first floor, lit the gas lamp, and was ready to sit on the sofa and read today ’s newspaper, but he glanced at it, but he saw an invitation on the coffee table.
He was stunned for a moment, and he immediately came to his senses. This was an invitation for the dinner that Mrs. Starling Sammer sent a maid to make up.
"I almost forgot this thing ... a blind date banquet in disguise ..." Klein put down the invitation, walked to the bathroom on the first floor, cleaned his face with cold water, and made himself look a lot more energetic.
Compared with when he first arrived at Beckland, he had thicker black short beards around his lips and above his jaw. Although this did not completely eliminate his own temperament of the book, it made him look mature and rough. Some more.
I ’m not a real acquaintance, I ca n’t recognize me in person ... Klein silently sighed, wipe face clean, and put the Phnom Penh glasses on the bridge of the nose.
He made rest a little bit, put on a shirt with a straight neckline and a black tuxedo, and then formally put on half-height silk top hat, holding a cane and an invitation, and turned to the next door.
In doorbell ring, he saw Julien, the maid who opened the door, and Starling, with blond hair high up and earrings wearing silver jewelry.
Klein took off his hat, paid a tribute, and politely praised:
"Mrs. Sammer, you are very beautiful today."
Although his sentence has a strong perfunctory nature, today's Starling is indeed much more beautiful than usual. In the field of elaborate dressing, her ability seems to have achieved a breakthrough growth.
It seems that it was the matter of catching adultery that made her and Mrs. Mary truly become "bosom friend", and the other is a rich man of tens of thousands of pounds. Now he has entered the kingdom Air Pollution Investagatory Committee, and has met many dignitaries, in makeup and clothing. , Jewelry and other aspects must have enough knowledge ... Klein suddenly nodded in my heart.
The corners of Starling ’s mouth are hard to contain:
"This is my newly purchased earrings, it needs a full 8shilling."
Madam, your style hasn't changed ... Klein smiled and handed the hat, cane and coat to the maid.
The fireplace and pipes in the house bring the feeling of warmth as if it were early summer. Many young ladies and ladies have relatively undressed dresses, and some have exposed half-white and tender arms, and some have a smooth chest.
"Luke is talking to several friends about business, and let me say sorry to you on his behalf." Starling is doing her duty as a hostess. "You eat first, I will give you some good tutors of introduction . "
In fact, this is not necessary, let me eat will be fine quietly ... Klein smiled and smiled:
"I have smelled the smell of food."
Because there are many guests and more than 20 people, the dinner was held in the form of a buffet. Klein took a dinner plate and turned around and found that this time the food was richer than before:
Cold salmon, chicken pie, lamb stew with pea, salted breast, curry, roast beef, cooked turkey, beef tongue pie, ham, salad and cream cake ...
The wine is still champagne and red wine.
This is in line with the appetite of carnivores. Klein picked up a large plate, didn't go chatting with someone, shrunk into the corner, and tasted it slowly.
"The chef without Klag Club is doing well ..." He commented in his heart from time to time.
When he was going to take the second round, he was finally discovered by Starling Sammer.
At the same time, beside the wife, he saw an acquaintance with a serious expression of Lawyer Jurgen.
Also, Jurgen is also a bachelor ... Klein smiled and leaned in to greet him:
"How is Mrs. Doris recovering?"
Jurgen twitched the bow tie uncomfortably:
"She will be discharged from the hospital next week."
"This is really good." Klein sincerely sighed.
At this time, Starling has attracted several ladies to come and say to them introduction:
"This is Mr. Jurgen Cooper, senior Solicitor, with a weekly salary of at least 3 pounds, and there are often cases where the case is drawn. His annual income must exceed 200 pounds, and he is young and promising, and will likely become great lawyer in the future. . "
"This is Mr. Sherlock Moriarty, the well-known detective. His income is not stable, but each one is very rich, such as 10 pounds and 50 pounds."
Madam, this introduction is too straightforward ... Klein couldn't help but slander.
And Jurgen next to him obviously frowned.
Starling continued introduction without any problems:
"Ms. Sara Taylor, her parents are teachers of the grammar school ..."
"Adina Watson, her father is a civilian of Beckland Police Department ..."
......
Klein smiled numbly and said hello to the lady.
When Starling is finished, Jurgen Shen Sheng said:
"Mrs. Sammer, it is not a polite thing to mention the income of others in person."
Starling was not angry and responded very seriously:
"No, this is very important."
"If you can like each other and build a family, income is an essential foundation."
"You think, there must be meat, vegetables, fruits, milk, white bread, cream, butter and other foods every day? You must spend at least 1 pound 5shilling on it every week, which is not wine, in addition You have to rent a better house, and you have to spend close to 1 pound a week. Well, you have to buy water, gas, charcoal, soap and other things. You have to consider the cost of travel. This adds up to 10shilling. "
"This is the most basic cost, could it be that, don't you take your wife to a concert, go to a theater?"
"could it be that does not buy some new clothes every year? Ladies and gentlemen, I think that a family must spend at least 30 pounds on it each year to be considered decent."
"In addition, there are the maid's salary, children's education costs, medical expenses for preparation, and some necessary decorations."
"Only when the annual income exceeds 200 pounds can we meet these needs and have a happy family."
"So, in order not to delay your time and cause misunderstandings, I think it is necessary to advance introduction."
As a Lawyer, Jurgen couldn't find a language rebuttal for a while, but fortunately he had only serious and serious expressions.
It's really frank ... but the basic etiquette is to tell both parties this kind of information in private. Of course, I understand why Mrs. Sammer is in front of you introduction ... Klein piled a smile and said:
"Yes, income is important."
"Only with an annual income of more than 400 pounds can you hold a dinner of this level, so that your wife can have beautiful dresses and beautiful earrings."
Starling suddenly lifted his chin slightly, trying to suppress the smile:
"Pound 430, I mean, some savings every year to prevent accidents or invest in stock bonds."
This is the approximate annual income of her husband.
After finding the topic for the stranger, she left here to greet other guests, and Klein clearly noticed that Sara, Angela and other girls were more interested in Lawyer Jurgen. stable.
As for private detective who may enter the police station at any time, it is not a priority for middle-class women, and Klein now has a circle of beards, a little rough, and girls are inevitable a bit afraid.
After chatting with him for a few words, he made an excuse to leave, hid in the corner, and ate while enjoying the awkward and helpless performance of Jurgen.
At this time, as an Lawyer, his eloquence did not know where he went.
After a few minutes, the two children of the Sammer family ran across the front of Klein.
They noticed the gentleman hiding in the corner, stopped, opened his eyes wide, and asked curiously:
"Mr. Moriarty, I heard that you are detective?"
"Yes." Klein responded with a smile.
The little girl said naively:
"Can you tell us about your broken case?"
Her twins nodded again and again.
My case? It ’s not about Resentful Soul, Secret Puppet, Devil dogs, or looking for cats to catch adultery, and it ’s really not suitable for children ... Klein thought for a few seconds, laughed:
"Okay, this is a story about treasure."
"A military officer who retired from East Balam was suddenly murdered ..."
The detective novels he read in past life are actually almost forgotten. They can only be made up according to the vague impression, and the two children do n’t care about the unreasonable plot. They listened very seriously and even learned to ask "what's next".
Unconsciously, Klein relaxed a lot.
When the dinner was nearing completion, he was about to leave, but he saw Starling's face full of joy.
"Is there anything worth celebrating?" Klein asked casually.
Starling raised his head slightly and answered with a smile on his face:
"Mary was invited by Mr. Hibbert Hall, secretary of Air Pollution Investagatory Committee chief, and will go to his home for a luncheon on Monday."
"This gentleman is the eldest son of Earl Hall, a real nobleman. He invited all members of the committee and allowed them to bring two or three friends."
Starling paused before saying:
"Mary just invited me and Luke."
…………
Noon on Monday.
Starling Sammer dressed up, accompanied by her husband Luke Sammer, followed Mrs. Mary, came to Queen District, and saw a very extensive building.
Marble statues, pools, fountains, gardens, lawns, etc. one by one caught her eyes, making her feel nervous before entering the villa.
"Luke, isn't my necklace and skirt a bad match?" She asked her husband sideways.
Luke shook his head and smiled:
"My dear, you are too nervous."
"You don't need to worry at all, the nobles are living a little bigger than us and eating better, we are not bad."
Starling nodded continuously, and seemed to have regained the confidence of the past.
Entering the villa, they saw magnificent crystal chandeliers, a hall where many people could dance, and a platter of dishes.
Foie gras, fried dragon bone fish, steamed lobster ... Aurmir wine, Misty Champagne ... as described in the magazine ... Starling looked at the food curiously, and felt that he could save his own province and also at the festival or new year Come here for such a meal.
Except for Aurmir red wine and Misty Champagne ... she finally added a sentence in her heart.
At this moment, her eyes suddenly straightened and saw a girl wearing a beige palace dress walk slowly.
The girl is blonde and has a beautiful appearance. She wears a pair of white silk gloves and a pair of small and beautiful emerald earrings. Her temperament is pure and elegant.
It ’s really like a Angel ... Even if I have always been proud of my appearance, Starling ca n’t help but sigh, inexplicably inferior.
"Hello." She awkwardly greeted the etiquette she had just learned.
"Hello." The girl returned gracefully.
After the two passed each other, Starling accompanied her husband and Mary to meet the distinguished guests and met the noble Mr. Hibbert Hall.
after a while, she walked alone to the balcony, intending to ease her mood, but unexpectedly saw the angelic girl just now.
She was looking out at the scenery outside, and a golden retriever squatted squatly beside the shoes with satin roses.
"It's so cute." Starling is looking for topics.
The girl responded with a smile:
"I thank you for your praise for Susie."
The combination of looks at beautiful girl and golden retriever, Starling suddenly felt that he should have a similar pet.
Only in this way can Sammer's decent appearance be demonstrated! She asked with discretion:
"I heard that the nobility will domesticate many hunting dogs, is it?"
"Yes." The blue-eyed girl, who is more charming than earring gems, nodded lightly.
"I don't know how much gold pound I need to buy one?" Starling asked with a smile.
The pure and elegant girl looked down at the golden retriever and smiled and replied indifferently:
"£ 450."
PS: Because I have to go to the meeting again, there is no three changes tomorrow, I can only update in advance to maintain my life like this. After the 25th, this month's rush to end, there will be even more.