Chapter 551 Detective Team

"Sir, today's edition of The Times has been sold out at the Advertiser in nearby blocks. It may not be available until tonight."

"Um."

Mi Gao liked the kitchen very much. It made him feel at home. Because of this, after handing the newspaper to Lu Li, the boy jumped up and jumped into the kitchen with the newly bought ingredients.

Lamb stew with peas.

Fry steak.

Steamed shrimp and crab.

Cold watercress.

…

In order to entertain Mr. Lu's poor relatives in the countryside, Mi Gao decided to show off his cooking skills and show off all the cooking skills taught to him by Mrs. Anna.

"Nothing at all."

Second floor, large living room.

Lu Li handed the newspaper to Duke, looked at the extinguished fireplace, and threw a few pieces of firewood into it.

If Duke's arrival was an unexpected surprise, Pan Ming's lack of movement made people worried.

"Two days and three nights have passed, what happened?"

Duke frowned and said in a deep voice, "I've already made inquiries. I want to publish a missing person notice in The Times. It doesn't cost much at all. Three pounds is enough."

"Maybe he encountered some trouble."

After speaking, Lu Li turned around and walked to the room, taking out a book and two old newspapers.

"But we can't wait any longer. Let's launch an investigation first. Maybe tomorrow, or the day after tomorrow, there will be news about Pan Ming."

"Do you have a direction?"

"That's right."

Lu Li did not mention the mysterious book about Miskatonic University immediately. He pointed at the newspaper and said, "Three directions."

[Investigating Southern District Mental Hospital]

[A thorough investigation into the truth behind the Tully Street fire]

"Mental hospital?"

Looking at the place marked with a pen in his hand, Duke subconsciously thought of some bad experiences, and said helplessly: "The weirdness in this world is deeply hidden. The madhouse is indeed a good place to open up the situation."

Hearing this, Lu Li just nodded without saying anything and signaled Duke to continue looking down.

"Ten thousand pounds bounty!"

"The Tully Street Fire? I know this. I heard it was the worst fire since the Great Fire of London in 1666. Most of the block was burned to rubble."

Duke subconsciously took out the pipe from his arms, but found that he had not brought out the tobacco. He could only bite the cigarette holder and muttered: "A big event like this will definitely attract most of the candidates."

"London is by no means small, but compared to the worlds we have experienced in the past, it is different."

In fact, Lu Li had already considered this and didn't care much. He said, "Let's compete. Everyone depends on their abilities."

"What about the third option?" Duke nodded and no longer struggled with this issue.

You know, even without Pan Ming, the team formed by him and Lu Li was still more competitive than other candidates.

"Meet our old acquaintance."

Lu Li rarely uttered a riddle.

Duke reacted immediately, and while turning the pages of the newspaper in his hand, he blurted out:

"Scotland Yard?"

"Or, Mr. Lasker? The leader of the East Side Citizen's Guard."

During the entrance exam, due to time constraints, his own condition, and the tight pace of investigation, Duke did not come into contact with too many people.

Among them, the three main ones are Chief Chief of the Criminal Investigation Department Harvard Vincent, the famous detective novelist Conan Doyle, and Mr. George Lasker of the East District Citizen's Guard.

"That's right, it's Mr. Vincent." Lu Li shook his head and said helplessly: "Today is different from the past, and we will most likely need to get to know him again."

"But one thing hasn't changed."

Duke smoked his pipe, looked at the request for help information released by Scotland Yard, and added:

"Scotland Yard police officers are never able to give citizens much sense of security."

"Otherwise, how can we show off the brilliance and martial prowess of a private detective?"

As he spoke, Lu Li seemed to remember something important, calmed his expression, and said seriously: "I remember, you first said that Holmes lived on this street?"

Sherlock Holmes, male, from London, England, is the most famous and outstanding detective in the history of world literature, and he is also a knight.

As we all know, the conditions for knighthood by the King of England are harsh and serious, but for the first time, it was awarded to a fictional character in a book, which shows its legendary nature.

"Yes." Duke nodded, dragging the pipe with his other hand, "I wanted to go find Mr. Conan Doyle. He once left us an address, but that place doesn't exist at all."

At this point, he felt that it was not rigorous, so he specifically added: "It does not exist in this world. Maybe it exists in other parallel worlds."

"Because I regretted not being able to meet Mr. Conan Doyle, after learning about the existence of Baker Street, I made a special inquiry."

"In Room B at 221 Baker Street, there lives a Mr. Holmes, a smoker and a private detective."

Hearing this, Lu Li completely ruled out the idea of ​​having the same names, "It seems that this house was rented correctly."

"When are you going to visit him? Maybe we can invite the legendary detective to join us."

Duke was a little excited. During the first entrance exam, thanks to Mr. Conan Doyle, they successfully narrowed down the list of suspects and successfully caught the murderer. Now, as long as they can tie Holmes to the chariot, there will definitely be someone else. What was gained.

But Lu Li was pessimistic about this and just asked: "Who is Sherlock Holmes in the original book?"

"He is tall and tall. He often carries a pipe and a cane. He likes to wear a tall felt hat when he goes out."

Duke made a recollection.

Out of his good friendship with Conan Doyle, Duke deliberately read all the old gentleman's works after returning to school, and he was considered half a Sherlock Holmes fan.

Hearing this, Lu Li asked in a guiding tone: "What about your personality? How many friends do you have?"

"Indifferent and withdrawn, he refuses to reveal his great achievements to others. He is not keen on making friends, but he particularly cherishes the friendships he has already received."

After saying that, Duke already understood that if they deliberately approached, not only would they not be able to achieve their goal, but it would be counterproductive.

"So, we don't need to deliberately build relationships." Lu Liyi pointed out.

Unfortunately, Duke didn't understand and muttered: "Ah, this is the legendary detective Sherlock Holmes. It would be a pity to miss it..."

Lu Li had a headache when he heard this.

"Do you think Holmes would not be involved in such a high-profile case as the Tully Street fire?"

"Besides, Scotland Yard might not invite Holmes? After we take over the case, won't we have the opportunity to work together..."

"That's right! Talented people attract each other."

Mi Gao, who was busy in the kitchen, heard the exaggerated laughter of Mr. Lu's poor relatives in the countryside.

at the same time.

Pan Ming, who was out of touch, wiped the sweat from his forehead. He had been busy recently and didn't even have time to go out.

"Tomorrow... no, I'll publish it in the newspaper the day after tomorrow. Lu Li and Duke should be waiting impatiently."

This is an old street facing the city wall. Due to the height of the city wall, this place looks deserted even if the weather is good.

In particular, the strange behavior of the homeowner made the neighbors afraid to visit the house. Gradually, it became a taboo place that could stop children from crying.