Pawn Crossing the River

Another poor ghost was thrown into the basement of the baron's mansion by Qi Xuansu and went to keep company with the law enforcement officer Ross.

Now, it is no longer a basement, it has become a temporary dungeon transformed by Qi Xuansu's pseudo-immortal cultivation.

What is Qi Xuansu doing?

In fact, it is very simple. It is what the Baron wants, to attract all attention to himself, and at the same time block the news, buying the Baron time so that he can explore the tomb. Then Qi Xuansu sat here and waited, giving the baron a surprise when he returned home with a full load.

Of course, it cannot be ruled out that the Baron ran away immediately after receiving the harvest. However, Qi Xuansu believed that the impersonal Holy Court officials had not taken any action so far. They probably had the same attitude as him, waiting to enjoy the benefits. How could these people let the Baron escape so easily?

There is no need for Qi Xuansu to worry at all.

The best way for the Baron to break the situation is to give up the things and give them to the Holy Court in exchange for some preferential treatment or compensation from the Holy Court. After all, the Baron is half of his own people and has his own connections in the upper city. Treating his own people, the Holy Court There is still a certain amount of respect, and the so-called spirit of contract should be paid attention to, so as not to rob directly.

As for the Baron's vampire status, it's all details.

The status of vampires in the West is similar to the secret societies in the East, so it is easy to understand. The vampires have never been able to compete with the Holy Court, and some vampires have actually become vassals of the Holy Court, just like many so-called secret societies are actually the black gloves of Taoist figures.

The vampires are just the servants of the bishops, and the werewolves are the hounds of the bishops. Only Taoism is the enemy of the bishops.

Therefore, the baron is actually a member of the Holy Court, not a heretic or a heretic. As for the title of "Baron", although vampires like to use titles to divide their strength, many unique vampires do not do this. For example, a vampire who has a power close to that of the ancestor calls himself a count. The title here is often The title of a true nobleman, and with the rise of sea trade, a nobleman is no longer judged by the size of his territory, but by his net worth.

The same is true for the Baron. Just because he calls himself a Baron does not necessarily mean that he only has the strength of a Baron.

Regardless of whether the baron chooses to escape or surrender, it is inseparable from the Holy Court official.

Don't forget, Qi Xuansu's true self is still in the Richmond District, and will soon attend a charity party in the Uptown District. There will probably be relevant news there, and Qi Xuansu can adapt accordingly.

The deity listens to the information, and the incarnation takes action immediately. This efficiency is really far better than others.

But there were a lot of flies today, and soon four more bats came to the door of the Baron's mansion. After landing, they turned into four well-dressed gentlemen, without top hats, with pale faces and white gloves on their hands.

Four vampires, the Baron's people, asked to see the Baron.

The reason why the baron was able to send his daughter back to the Old World for refuge was thanks to the help of his fellow tribesmen. In a sense, the baron's daughter was in the hands of these tribesmen. Due to both emotions and reasons, the baron could not refuse them. Require.

The strength of these four vampires is inferior to that of Qi Xuansu or the real baron, but they represent a big shot.

Leopold Strauss, the leader of the local blood clan of St. York and a member of the city council.

The reason why the Holy Court wants to emphasize that they are the real owners of St. York is because the nominal owner of St. York should be the city council, and the members of the city council are not ordinary people.

Take Josiah Strawney, for example. Behind him are several major multinational chambers of commerce, and among these chambers of commerce are the shadows of Beichen Hall. The same goes for Leopold. He not only represents the blood clan forces, but also represents a considerable number of immigrants from the Old World. He has a profound foundation of public opinion, so he can stand proudly in the temple.

There are also differences between members. They can be roughly divided into senior members and ordinary members. Although both parties have only one vote, their actual power and influence are completely different. Strawney was a young congressman, and Leopold was undoubtedly a senior congressman.

As for the relationship between Leopold and Baron Ramon, strictly speaking, Ramon is Leopold's child. It was Leopold who turned Ramon into a vampire. The two have a father-son relationship in the vampire system. It's just that Ramon started his own business a long time ago and was considered a "disciple". Therefore, Ramon's surname was not Strauss, but his original surname of O'Shea was restored. It was not a clan, but a small family.

Now, "Father" has sent someone over. According to common sense, it is difficult for the Baron to refuse. So Qi Xuansu invited them into the hall.

"Baron, please forgive me for my presumptuous visit." The leaders of the four vampires said, "I am here to convey your father's wishes. He wants to see you."

Qi Xuansu said casually: "I have something else to do. Can we talk about it later?"

The vampire frowned slightly, obviously dissatisfied with Qi Xuansu's perfunctory attitude, and emphasized his tone: "My father means, now, immediately, immediately."

Qi Xuansu said indifferently: "Then let him wait."

"What did you say? My father has to attend the dinner. He can only spare some time to see you before the dinner starts." The vampire only thought that there was something wrong with his ears and that he heard wrongly. How dare the Baron be so rude? Is that rumor true, and the Baron really obtained the power of the sun god Kukulkan from the underground tomb?

Qi Xuansu said: "There are a lot of old people who are still so restless. Those who are older should not be too impatient."

The vampire finally heard clearly and couldn't help but point his finger at Qi Xuansu. His fingers were trembling slightly and he was speechless.

Such disrespectful words are really too presumptuous. How long has it been since anyone dared to speak to Father like this? The previous one has become a skeleton at the bottom of the harbor.

The old housekeeper who was standing by could not help but close his eyes. Even if this terrifying existence had no ill intentions and was just playing in the human world, there was no end in sight for the people he offended. When the baron came back, the law enforcement officers, the Holy Court, and the vampires all came to the door. The baron said that those things were all done by a substitute. Do you think they believed it?

Qi Xuansu said: "You go back and tell Leopold that if you really can't wait any longer, you can come over by yourself. If you don't want to come over, just wait patiently. I'll let him know when I'm free, that's it."

Wu Niang smiled and said: "Okay, that's how you should talk. I've long been unhappy with these pretentious guys, pretending to be big-tailed wolves."

The four vampires looked at each other, but they didn't know what to say.

Seeing them standing still, Qi Xuansu frowned: "Aren't you leaving?"

The four vampires were indeed in a dilemma. Their father sent them to invite the baron. They never expected that the baron would refuse, let alone that the baron would say such arrogant words. How should they go back and explain to their father? Convey the Baron's message? I'm afraid they won't be able to see the moon the next day.

Qi Xuansu said: "Well, since you won't leave, let's all stay."

He waved his hand again, and four more unlucky ghosts appeared in the temporarily transformed dungeon.

Qi Xuansu leaned back on the sofa and said to the old housekeeper: "Thank you for finding me. If I were just an ordinary adventurer acting as a substitute, I would have to reveal my secret."

The housekeeper opened his eyes and whispered: "The speed of the actions of all parties is indeed unexpected."

The old housekeeper hesitated for a moment and couldn't help but persuade: "Sir, if you put so many people in the dungeon, even if nothing happens in a short time, it may be difficult to end it in the future."

Qi Xuansu almost had "What does it have to do with me" written on his face, and said nonchalantly: "Then your wisdom will be tested."

This is the advantage of being in enemy territory. There is no need to worry about what is available and what is not.

The old housekeeper wanted to cry but had no tears.

Qi Xuansu stood up, came to the window again, put his hands behind his back, and looked out at the night.

Wu Niang came to Qi Xuansu and leaned on the window sill. The two of them were facing in opposite directions and asked, "What are you going to do?"

"Stillness is worse than movement. Let's wait and see what happens." Qi Xuansu said.

At the same time, Qi Xuansu himself had already taken the airship to the upper city with Strawney.

The interior of an airship is not much different from that of an airship. The cabin of the airship is on top, while the airship is suspended below. The specific principles and structures are also different.

Today, Qi Xuansu changed into a Western formal suit, also known as a tuxedo. It is a more formal dress, suitable for dinner parties and evening weddings. Ladies and ladies will put on evening gowns, revealing their smooth white shoulders.

This is just a short trip.

The airship quickly landed at a specially built air port on a floating island.

Qi Xuansu, Strawney, Archbishop Swanson and several other Holy See priests, bathed in the aftermath of the steam, stepped off the airship.

There is a traditional Western luxury manor built on this floating island, with blooming flowers and green trees. Although it is night and the sun is not shining brightly, you can see a bright moon hanging in the sky, which seems to be the connection between the moon and the world. The distance is a bit closer, and the silver-white moonlight is beautiful. It seems like two different worlds from the Xiacheng District where the sun never shines and is filled with poisonous wastewater.

Guests arrived one after another and walked to the main building of the manor.

Qi Xuansu blended in with the crowd and was inconspicuous.

Qi Xuansu's original form and incarnation share the same consciousness, just like a person looking at two different pictures, which can be shared in real time.

"Josiah, do you know Leopold Strauss?" Qi Xuansu asked.

Strawney smiled slightly: "Of course I know, this is a senior member of Parliament, a strong candidate for the Speaker, and he is also the leader, or patriarch, of the local blood clan."

Qi Xuansu asked again: "Is he also coming to today's dinner?"

"Of course." Strawney said, "How could such a thing be without such a famous figure?"

Qi Xuansu nodded slightly: "Very good."

Strawney was a little wary: "What do you want to do?"

Qi Xuansu shook his head and said: "Nothing, just curious. I heard that he has a descendant that is active in Xiacheng District."

"You mean the Baron." Strawney said immediately. "There have been some rumors about this Baron recently, saying that he discovered an ancient tomb."

Qi Xuansu said: "I'm very curious, how will Shangcheng District handle this matter?"

"This dinner is not only a fundraiser and a drinking party, but also a social place where big shots mingle, compromise, trade, and conspire." Strawney said, "There will probably be results tonight."