"Sorry, we don't have a staff member named Fonte." The First Court gave a definite reply.
A young man named Fonte impersonated a staff member of the First Court, went to Clark to inquire about the lawsuit back then, and finally went to the cemetery to use supernatural power to obtain some information.
However, the First Court quickly provided a new lead. "Mr. Alkmaar has a liaison with our First Court, named Fonte."
Cybertron quickly went to a building where the Alkmaar family liaison, provided by the First Court, was located. As a paladin, it was impossible to meet a big shot like Alkmaar. But he was sure that it shouldn't be difficult to meet a liaison. If the final result of this investigation was related to Alkmaar himself, Cybertron would report this matter to the Holy See, and Cardinal Altot of the Holy See in Brot would come forward to negotiate and inquire.
But when he arrived at the place, he got disappointing news. Fonte had been sent by the Alkmaar family to other places to deal with some problems in the family business and was not in Brot City.
"Then when will he be back?" Cybertron asked.
"Maybe three days, maybe four days, or even longer. You know, business matters are always a bit complicated and an exact time can't be given. Problems have to be solved." The staff member replied. "Don't worry, Sir Paladin. If Mr. Fonte comes back, I will inform you."
"I hope you can keep it a secret that I came to look for Mr. Fonte today. Don't tell him. When he comes back, you just need to inform me. I will come to see him in person." Cybertron coldly replied to this arrogant staff member. "The majesty of the Holy See is no small matter."
Everything had to wait until Fonte came back to continue the investigation. However, another matter had some clues. The other paladins who went to Elven Forest got some news.
"Cybertron, we heard that incredible things happened in Elven Forest last night. Some hunters were attacked by packs of wild beasts, and finally only two people came back alive."
Packs of wild beasts attacking hunters, the effect of Druid's natural power. Why did a Druid attack those hunters? Cybertron asked for information about the two hunters who came back alive. He had to go and investigate.
When a paladin said the names of the two hunters, Cybertron was a bit shocked. One of the names was not unfamiliar to him.
Donning, this young man he had met in Goldshire. He had been threatened by supernatural power before. Originally, after killing the Iron Raven - badge wizard named Capuso, Cybertron thought everything was over. Now it seemed that it was not that simple.
Now these things were connected together, forming a strong indication. There were more than one possessor of supernatural power who wanted to put this young man Donning to death. They had accomplices, and different types of possessors of supernatural power, including wizards and Druids.
Cybertron had to go and investigate in person. But first, he had to go to another victim to inquire about Donning's whereabouts.
Lucas was lying in bed, still in fear. Because of the encounter in the forest, he had some after - effects and was always restless. For this reason, he took some drugs that were helpful for rest.
A servant pushed open the door. "Mr. Lucas, a paladin of the Holy See wants to see you."
A paladin of the Holy See? Are they crazy? I don't believe in those things. Lucas was a firm materialist. "Tell that damn paladin to stay away from my place."
Cybertron got the servant's answer, but he was always stubborn. He had to investigate this matter clearly. "Well, please tell Mr. Lucas that the attack in the forest was not that simple. There are things beyond his imagination. I need to talk to him as soon as possible, otherwise Mr. Donning will be in danger."
Hearing that Donning would be in danger, Lucas took it seriously. "Well, let him in. I'll give him the time for a cup of coffee."
Standing in the room, Cybertron sent his greetings to Lucas. "Mr. Lucas, I deeply sympathize with your injury, but I must know the inside story about the forest incident. I hope you can tell me everything you know."
Lucas was a bit worried. "You said my good friend Mr. Donning will be in danger?"
"Yes, I'm sure this has something to do with him. Some people are carrying out a revenge against him."
"Alright, I'll tell you everything I know." For Donning's safety, Lucas told the story of last night without reservation.
"Are you sure you can investigate the guys who are targeting my good friend?" Finally, Lucas still found it hard to believe that the wild beasts' attack was a premeditated murder.
"I swear, Mr. Lucas. Please rest in peace."
After leaving Lucas's residence, Cybertron went to Donning's residence. The night was hazy, but the person he was looking for was not at home. But he didn't put this matter off until tomorrow. The night was the best helper for murder cases. Murderers would always act at night.
Coming out of the restaurant, after saying goodbye friendly to Taylor's parents, Donning and Taylor got on the carriage and went to their residence.
"I was so nervous. If my parents knew that you ran all the casinos and brothels in the city, I'm sure my father would leave without mercy." Taylor now knew Donning's identity.
"So I have to find a legitimate business as soon as possible." Donning was thinking, looking out of the carriage window. His eyes noticed a figure in front of the apartment. He became vigilant. His body felt hot. It was a possessor of supernatural power. Seeing the somewhat dazzling copper - sword badge on the chest of the person at the apartment entrance in the dark night, it seemed that the matter about the forest had been exposed and he was being targeted by the Holy See.
Originally, he thought the Holy See wouldn't react so quickly. However, about that matter, Donning was sure that no matter what, they couldn't suspect a young man without any signs of supernatural power. All this was thanks to the Grouper Potion.
The carriage stopped in front of the apartment. Getting off the carriage, Donning looked at the paladin who seemed to be frozen stiff. That face was so familiar. It was Cybertron, the paladin he had met in Goldshire.
Seeing the carriage stop and someone getting off, and that person was looking at him, Cybertron walked over and stretched out his right hand that was frozen numb. "Mr. Donning, we meet again." He forced a smile on his face.
Donning pretended to be surprised and instead of shaking hands, he gave a big hug. "Buddy, I didn't expect to see you here. What a surprise."
Cybertron was shivering from the cold, thinking this was no surprise. If you weren't in danger of your life, I wouldn't be standing here suffering in the cold wind.
Taylor Swift looked at the paladin. "Darling, your friend?"
Cybertron wouldn't suspect himself. He should have heard that he survived from Elven Forest, so he came to inquire about the news of the supernatural power fluctuations in the forest. While thinking about how to deal with this paladin, he enthusiastically introduced to Taylor. "Yes, we met in a small town. It's unbelievable."
After introducing the two to each other, Donning briefly told how they met in Goldshire and how Cybertron narrowly escaped death. "Cybertron, what kind of danger did you encounter that time?"
Cybertron didn't want to mention things about supernatural power in front of an ordinary person. The fewer people who knew, the better. He mumbled a few words and entered the apartment.
"Mr. Donning, I'm here to inquire about some things about Elven Forest. I suspect that matter is related to some heretics, and it's aimed at you." Cybertron held a cup of hot coffee and was certain of his judgment.
Donning made a frightened expression. "Who could hate me so much as to create that terrifying murder?"
"Think carefully. Do you have any enemies?" Cybertron hoped the young man could provide some useful information.
"Enemies?" Donning lowered his head and thought. He already had a coping strategy. Since this paladin was so persistent, it would be better to let him cause some trouble for Alkmaar.
"I remember. My uncle mentioned to me that he had an enemy in business, Alkmaar. But that was a long time ago." Donning said Alkmaar's name in horror. "I don't think Alkmaar would deal with me because of this."
"Mr. Donning, can you introduce your uncle to me? I want to inquire about some more specific information." Cybertron thought he had some clues.
"Sorry, my uncle has passed away." Donning apologized to Uncle Anub'arak in his heart. For the plan, he had to let you bear the name of death first.
"Alright, sorry. I didn't mean to make you remember those sad things." Cybertron thought there was no need to continue asking.
Donning deliberately pretended to be extremely angry and frightened, and lowered his voice. "Do you mean that Alkmaar took out his grudge against my uncle on me?"
Cybertron didn't deny it. "Think about the things in Goldshire and Elven Forest. It's very likely. But this is just my guess. I think you'd better not go out these days."
After warning Donning, Cybertron left. Originally, he thought the things in Goldshire were just those officials who were reported and removed from office to take revenge on Foster, and Donning getting that necromancer's robe was just an accident. But now it seemed that their target was Donning, not Foster. This meant that the Goldshire incident was related to the Elven Forest incident.
It seemed that it was necessary to secretly investigate Alkmaar. But the Alkmaar family's reputation in Brot City was a problem, as well as his dukedom. He had to report to Cardinal Altot, and let Altot communicate with the higher - level law - enforcement agencies and the Holy See to get permission.
Donning watched the leaving paladin and sneered. "Alkmaar, another player has joined this game, a stubborn paladin who is loyal to the Holy See. Good luck."
"Damn it, Donning, you should close the door. I'm almost frozen to death." Taylor, who came out of the bathroom wrapped in a bathrobe, complained.
Back at the Holy See, Cybertron told Altot about the matter. Altot mercilessly refused. "Cybertron, I can promise you anything, but I will never agree to this. Mr. Alkmaar is a big shot in Brot City, a duke. His reputation has been recognized by everyone in Brot City. He is a good man and would never do such a stupid thing as using supernatural power to deal with a business opponent, and just the nephew of the opponent."