Detective Bennet [Comprehensive novel]

In the end, Gordon chose to go to Scotland Yard to explain the crime.

He didn't give up his ancestral badge, and he didn't push all the crimes to his loyal servant Hal. Maybe it was the last bit of dignity he could keep.

Following the pleas of Gordon, Hal, and Anthea, Kelsey will also return the stolen money to Benjamin and his son, and give Darcy a large sum of money, but Darcy insists on not accepting any winnings other than the principal .

Regardless, Kelsey made a small fortune with this catch.

Four thousand pounds may not be able to buy a good enough location, and the facilities in the house are not ideal, but it can already buy a house in London.

It's just that the real estate in London is mostly inherited by relatives, and passed from one generation to the next.

No one thinks that there are too many properties in their hands, and idle houses can be rented out.Unless you buy it at a super high premium, waiting for a desirable house to sell is something you can't find.

Kelsey asked Fat Boss to keep an eye out for such news.Now that she has money in hand, she plans first, but she is not in a hurry to buy immediately.

As for how many times to go to the casino to accumulate wealth?She hadn't planned it from the start.

Not to mention small bets for fun, in fact, only nine out of ten bets lose, and if you don't lose, it's because you're out of money.

Qianshu covers a wide range, and to put it bluntly, card counting, card counting, and card listening can all be counted among them.With this skill on the gaming table, he is no ordinary gambler.

Kelsey knows that this skill cannot be used in many ways, and he will not treat people who run casinos as fools.There are thousands of ways to make money, and it is not advisable to indulge in casinos.

For her, whether she wins money or not on this trip is secondary, but it may attract some potential clients who want to solve the case.

"This is a banquet invitation from Mrs. Robinson."

After the robbery was solved, Bentley came to thank him, "I also sincerely invite you to the banquet together."

Although Kelsey said earlier that he would not charge more for solving the case, and only wanted to thank the bearded man for [-] pounds in the newspaper, Bentley still came to the door again.

On the one hand, thank you, and on the other hand, send an invitation letter.In his opinion, showing intimacy and promoting the development of friendship is of course going to a banquet together.

"Mr. Bennet, the temperature in London in May is just right, and it is a good time for traveling. The banquet at this time, viewing flowers in the afternoon and dancing at night, cannot be more comfortable."

Bingley mentioned the banquet and said a long list.In his description, the main reason why Robinson Manor cannot be missed is that its flowers are intoxicating.

"Hyacinths, tulips, weeds, fuchsias, dahlias, etc., you can see different surprises in every corner of the flower garden.

Many years ago, Chaucer praised, "Many flower buds announcing the coming of May line up to decorate the fields in festive procession, and compare whose courage is the most extraordinary." '"

Bingley said as if he was in a fragrant flowerbed, "Even if Fitzwilliam is not very keen on the ball, he will go there. Mr. Bennet, if you miss this time, you will miss this spring. I'm afraid You will be sad."

Bentley sincerely invited: So, let's go, let's go, let's go together.

"But my world rarely tolerates sadness."

Kelsey, of course, did not bluntly attack Bentley, but read the invitation carefully with a smile.

It was signed by Mrs. Robinson, and it was written in earnest terms, mentioning the glimpse at the Peppermint Casino.

'Show me your kind heart when you give Mr. Gordon the choice to keep him from getting bogged down with the family crest.It is my honor to witness benevolence and righteousness. '

These two sentences prevented Kelsey from directly rejecting Bentley.

Kelsey didn't beat around the bush, and asked directly, "Mr. Bingley, I understand that you want to share the beauty with your friends, but I am not familiar with Mrs. Robinson. I wonder if you can introduce one or two, so that I can avoid possible embarrassment."

introduce?

No problem at all.

Mrs. Robinson, 60 years old, is a widowed lady.

In Britain, where married women have no property rights, it is another situation if the husband dies early.

If a conjugal agreement has been signed, the widow has the widow's property rights, usually one-third of the husband's property, which can be arranged by herself.

Little is known about Mrs. Robinson's past.

It is roughly heard that she lost her husband and son in her early years, and came to London seven years ago to buy a property.Traveling between the two continents of Europe and America all the year round, operating overseas business related to spices.

"Ms. Robinson is different. Many gentlemen proposed to her but were rejected. It is said that in order to fulfill the wish of her deceased husband and child who died young, she insisted on celibacy and started a business.

There were a lot of criticisms in the early years, but now they have gradually faded away.Whenever Mrs. Robinson was back in London, she gave parties from time to time, bringing young people together in the flower-filled manor. "

What a kind person, he can't have a happy family, so he promotes the good marriage of young people.

Kelsey thought for a while. I'm afraid this invitation is not simple. It will not be just for viewing flowers like inviting Bentley.

"Okay, let's go enjoy the flowers together."

Without further speculation, Kelsey responded with a visiting letter and went to the banquet next Tuesday.

**

May [-]

Robinson Manor outside London

At nine o'clock in the evening, dinner is over and the dance begins.

The violin played a melodious prelude, and enthusiastic men and women have slid onto the dance floor and began to dance together in pairs.

Outside the dance floor, men were holding wine glasses and chatting in small groups.The women sit in a row, gently shaking their fans, chatting and laughing intimately.

Kelsey stood quietly in a corner, silently observing the crowd.Ladies dress in keeping with the overall style of the Robinson estate.

They wear different floral ornaments on their heads, jasmine, pomegranate, cornflower or hawthorn, some complement the jewelry they wear, and some complement the perfume they use.

"Aren't you going to dance?"

A slightly hoarse female voice sounded, and Mrs. Robinson walked slowly to the corner. "I also look forward to Mr. Bennet's dancing, which is as superb as your gambling skills."

Before the dinner, Kelsey and Mrs. Robinson greeted each other a little bit, and they got to know each other.

"Let Madam down, on the dance floor, I don't dare to show my ugliness."

Kelsey responded with a smile, and saw Mrs. Robinson shaking her fan, obviously thinking her words were an excuse.

Sometimes, no one believes when you tell the truth.She is indeed not familiar with the current dance, so regardless of the dance steps of men and women, she has to observe carefully.

Mrs. Robinson tilted her head slightly, motioning Kelsey to look west.Darcy was standing in another corner with several male guests, and he had no intention of inviting anyone to dance.

"Actually, it's understandable. Young men are all about the same. Don't rush to find someone to accompany you. That's fine, just slowly find the right person. After all, there are too many beautiful ladies who are gentle and caring, bright and charming, innocent and so on. Bennett Which do you think is more suitable, sir?"

"It may depend on the arrangement of fate."

Kelsey smiled and didn't say much, and didn't think Mrs. Robinson was just here to chat about emotional choices.Looking at it indiscriminately, the lady's makeup is slightly thick, and it is difficult to distinguish her real face.

At this moment, the waiter walked by with a tray of drinks.

Mrs. Robinson raised her hand as a signal, took a glass of champagne from the waiter's tray, and toasted Kelsey, "It's fate, then I wish Mr. Bennet good luck first."

Kelsey's nose moved slightly, and she keenly caught a hint of bitter almonds wafting from the waiter's tray.

"Please wait!" Kelsey decisively stopped the waiter, his eyes locked on the tray in his hand.

A tray holds ten drinks, and this batch has just been served.

After Mrs. Robinson took one cup, one of the remaining nine cups exuded an almost indiscernible unusual smell.

-Bitter almonds, the smell that cyanides give off.

Did someone poison the banquet? !

Cyanide is highly toxic, and death is the result of accidental carelessness.

"what happened?"

Mrs. Robinson looked at Kelsey's expression suddenly and cautiously, but she didn't seem to understand why. "Mr. Bennet, didn't you choose a drink you like? Let them make one on the spot."

Kelsey picked up the glass of wine that smelled of bitter almonds, and pointed out the doubts directly, "Ma'am, don't you think it's very different? It's so different that it shouldn't be at the dinner."

"Oh?"

Mrs. Robinson smiled, showing crow's feet at the corners of her eyes, "I would like to hear more about it."

Kelsey's eyes were burning, "Madam is engaged in the spice business, how can you not check for abnormalities. Even if the scents of flowers, clothes, and wine are mixed here, with your ability, you can't detect the smell of bitter almonds?"

In a flash, Kelsey understood that this was a temptation.

"Mrs. Robinson, is the appearance of this glass of wine a test question for me? It is not a real poison, but your fragrance?"

Mrs. Robinson raised her eyebrows, stared at Kelsey for a few seconds, and then laughed out loud.

"You are right. This is indeed a small test. There are not many people who have both a keen eye and a frank quality. If I were 40 years younger, I would definitely pursue you. People who are smart and kind are worthy of love .”

Only the smart can see the flaw at a glance.

A benevolent heart speaks out, just because it does not want the slightest possibility of letting others eat poison by mistake.

Kelsey is still smiling, it is better to have fewer such suitors.

"Madam's actions are ingenious enough, but it's a pity that no one can control the time to return to youth, which is also a part of fate. Tonight, you prepared a test for me, do you want to challenge fate?"

Talking about challenging fate, Mrs. Robinson's smile faded away.

She raised her hand and signaled Kelsey to go to the study upstairs to discuss in detail, "Yes, I want you to help me challenge my fate once. Mr. Bennet, please forgive my temptation, and I don't have much time to wait. Before leaving , I want to try again."

time is limited?

Kelsey had a bad premonition, and as Mrs. Robinson entered the study, the guess was quickly confirmed

——She was told that this lady suffered from a heart attack and might not survive for a few months.

Mrs. Robinson carefully took out an old yellowed photo, and looked lovingly at the girl in the photo. "Before I die, I want to make one last effort to find my Angel."

Mrs. Robinson talked about the past.

She married Wilson 33 years ago.

The couple lived in harmony and gave birth to a daughter, Angel, two years after their marriage.The couple did not have another child until Angel was 14.

"Anqi was 14 years old. Wilson quit his job in the government and used half of the family savings to start a business. I support Wilson's choice. Angel is also grown up and we don't need us to take care of her all the time.

I also hope to earn more dowry for her.Even if the money cannot be controlled independently after she gets married, it cannot be denied that it will give her more choices in choosing a spouse. "

Being in business involves much more risk than working in government.

Fortunately, the luck of the husband and wife is really not bad. In addition, they are constantly learning from each other's strengths to make up for their weaknesses. Within two years, they have made small achievements and opened up transoceanic trade.

Because they were busy with business, the couple more or less ignored Angel.Seeing that her daughter is 16 years old, she will get married when she is older.Once you are married, you are not as free as you are at home.

Therefore, the couple decided to take their daughter to the United States for this shipment.Let Angel's life not only have dance parties and afternoon tea, but also see the sea and the other side of the ocean.

"Perhaps, this is God's punishment. He is punishing me for not raising Angel completely according to the standards of a lady, and taking her away from my life. She disappeared at the port."

When Mrs. Robinson said this, she held her chest tightly, and every time she thought of that memory, her heart felt like a needle prick.

"In this era, women live like dancing in shackles. Too many women's life's happiness depends on men. I just want to broaden Angel's vision and let her see different ways of living in the world. Mr. Bennet, you Is it wrong to say that?"

This is a complex issue.

Kelsey still shook her head, "No. Mrs. Robinson, your original intention is not wrong."

Maybe Kelsey's gaze was too firm, Mrs. Robinson felt warmed up, tried her best to smile, and continued talking.

"Thank you Mr. Bennet for your affirmation. I hope you can take a trip to Stoke-on-Trent in central England for me."

Kelsey did not directly agree, but said first: "I would like to hear more about it."