Kalina was a special alchemy-modified person. Her function was to transform her brain into a record carrier similar to a database. They had very good memory abilities and would not easily forget what they remembered.
She was very competent for jobs like confidential secretaries.
Also, because they were exposed to too much confidential information, in order to prevent being used by others, the alchemical probes that penetrated into their brains were installed with a "loyalty valve".
When non-loyal people asked them for sensitive information, the loyalty valve would remind them not to answer.
The loyalty valve also had the ability to burn their brains.
Luke was glad that he hadn't said anything ridiculous just now. Otherwise, it would have really damaged his dignity as an inspector.
"There's no need to apologize. This is your duty... I don't think you need those glasses. You're beautiful and charming. The only thing you lack is confidence.
"In order to survive in this world, many people were forced to change their bodies. You don't have to feel inferior because of this. Only by forgetting the past and facing the present could you have a new beginning."
Karina, who was about to put on her glasses, looked up at Luke and asked in surprise, "Inspector, you know about my past?"
Luke smiled. "A little, but not much. Those upper-class people who treated those whose bodies had been modified as inferior people have an abnormal mentality. I sympathize with your family. You, as a noble lady, had to go through such a fall.
"Now that you have chosen this path, you have to put away the thoughts of those upper-class people. Your new life has just begun."
Karina looked at the glasses in her hand and hesitated for a moment before throwing them into the trash can.
However, she still untied her bun and covered her right ear with her scattered hair.
"Thank you, Inspector. I will try to change myself. Now that you have my loyalty, I can introduce you to the security system here."
When a part of the Secret Intelligence Bureau was attacked, the inspector's dormitory would automatically enter a closed state, and the gate would seal the door and windows.
If the intruders broke in, two attacking alchemy puppets would be placed on the ceiling of the living room.
There was a secret passage in the bedroom that could allow the trapped inspector to escape smoothly.
"Inspector, I have already recorded your voice into the security system here. You can issue commands to turn on and off all functions of the security system."
"Can I try now?" Luke asked.
"Sure."
"Open the secret passage."
As the sound of chains came from under the floor, the floor in the middle of the bedroom was lowered layer by layer, forming a downward staircase.
At the other end of the stairs, a dim lamp was turned on, illuminating a narrow passage.
"Where does this secret passage lead to?" Luke asked Karina.
"I'm sorry, Inspector, I didn't know. This secret passage can only be used by the inspector of Cape District's Secret Intelligence Bureau. I only know of its existence, but I can't open or use it."
"I understand." Luke ordered the secret tunnel to close and then asked Karina, "Is there anything else you want to tell me?"
"Not at the moment, Inspector. Your dinner is on the table in the living room. Good night."
"Good night."
After Karina left and closed the door, the room fell silent again.
Luke was very satisfied with this dormitory. It was many times better than Shelly's house. Moreover, there were secret agents on duty outside to protect them, and there was also a very practical security system inside.
Especially that tunnel, he could leave without alerting anyone.
Luke looked at the phone that was charging in his consciousness.
Power: 92%
It would be full in two hours.
He shall eat first.
Luke opened the food box. There was a plate of stewed beef with potatoes, three grilled fish steaks, a large piece of square bread, two sausages, and a bowl of vegetable salad.
There was also a military bottle filled with rum.
Not bad, it was quite sumptuous.
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Assassin's Tavern, which was hidden in the shadows of Lighthouse Street.
The small window on the tightly shut door was open, and a big yellow eye was looking at the street outside.
However, there was no one on Lighthouse Street, which was usually more lively at night.
All the nightclubs, gambling dens, brothels... were closed. The sea breeze blew against the debris on the road, filling the air with a somber atmosphere.
When a familiar figure jumped to the door of the Assassin's Tavern, the door immediately opened.
Tis raised one of his antennae and bowed to the elf who walked in.
"Good evening, the mighty and generous Miss Clear Sky. You are our first guest tonight, and perhaps our only guest."
Luke, who had logged into Clear Sky, came to the Assassin's Tavern and stopped in his tracks.
"Is the business here so bad tonight?"
"This is all because you killed Giant Tree. The Wild Axe Party's strength had been greatly reduced, and the benefits of the docks that they had vacated had attracted many people to fight for.
"Who knows how many people will die tonight.
"The 5000 gold certificates had taken over the pier controlled by the Wild Axe Party. The person who had issued the bounty mission had made the most successful investment."
Luke gave Tis a silver coupon.
"I don't care who owns the pier. I just want to know if my money is ready."
Tis extended his feelers and happily took the silver certificate. "Thank you for your generosity, Miss Clear Sky. Your reward is ready. It's inside, and our boss is there too.
"He wants to talk to you about deepening our cooperation. A powerful assassin like you is a partner we urgently need."
The owner of the Assassin's Tavern was also there!
"I don't want to see him yet," Luke answered.
"This is your freedom. If you don't want to talk to our boss, just take the money from Billy and leave. Our boss is very kind and won't make things difficult for you."
"Yes, your boss is a very kind person."
Luke walked down the building.
The tavern was indeed very empty.
Tonight and the next few nights would be a rare occasion in the Cape District. The assassins naturally seized the opportunity to farm and earn a lot of money.
Naturally, they did not have the time to drink here.
In the dark tavern, there was only a man in an old-fashioned noble's suit drinking alone in a corner. His fiery red hair was tied into a braid, which was also the unique hairstyle of the old-fashioned nobles.
The old nobles who had already declined still persisted in their stubbornness that was destined to be abandoned by the times.
Luke only glanced at him casually before walking to the bar counter and sitting down.
Lizardman Billy poured Luke a glass of wine.
"This cup is from my boss. He..."
Luke said, "Please thank your boss for me. I'm not a professional assassin. I'm not sure if I'll come here for a drink again."
"I'm here to collect my bounty."
Lizardman Billy looked at his boss and took out a very heavy bag from under the bar counter.
"Miss Clear Sky, this is the reward you received for assassinating the Bull Horned Demon Giant Tree. A total of 5000 gold certificates, a portion of which I exchanged for silver certificates and imperial marks according to your instructions.
"All the money is clean and you can deposit it in any reputable bank."