POW camp

Morton and Lindsay returned to Prince Haiya's mansion in a carriage, but they saw Di Heng galloping towards him on a fast horse.He stopped Morton's carriage, and Morton poked his head out and asked, "What happened?"

"Just received an order from His Majesty the Emperor. The case of the killing of Special Envoy Gerber has been handed over to Hovis, the Director of the Intelligence Agency." Di Heng looked at Morton, "Prince Haiya ordered you to go back to the prisoner-of-war camp immediately. Follow the progress of the case."

Morton replied: "Yes." He ordered the carriage to turn towards the prisoner-of-war camp.

"Horvis?" Lindsay and Morton looked at each other. This order is too unfortunate. If Hovis is really related to this murder...

"How could you give it to him? Howes is not the emperor's man."

Morton pondered and said: "It's actually very easy to understand. The one who died was the eldest princess's person, and the one who was injured was the slave that Hovis gave to Gerber. On the surface, this incident seems to be the most unsuspected truth. It's Hovis. In order to give the eldest princess a relatively fair statement, the emperor must not send his cronies, but Hovis is the best candidate."

"Then..." Lindsay bit her lip, "We have no way to continue investigating Hovis."

"No, on the contrary." Morton said lightly, "Maybe Hovis can reveal his true identity without our efforts. If he really belonged to the eldest princess, he would definitely point the finger at Prince Haiya, Because the current situation is serious, the eldest princess does not want to really tear herself apart with the emperor. She needs an opportunity to win in one fell swoop. It is better to get rid of the prince who is in the way. But if Hovis is a spy, he will use this opportunity to make a big fuss , to muddy a puddle of water."

"Then what should we do?"

"On the one hand, we should start investigating Hovis; on the other hand..." Morton thought for a while and said, "Let's just wait and see."

They rushed to the prisoner-of-war camp and saw Lauter's carriage parked outside.Lindsay whispered to Morton secretly: "Lauter is back." Morton smiled sarcastically, and said softly: "Of course he has to come back, don't forget that it was he who kept sending Amy to Gerber's car Come on. I guess he was trying to figure out what the hell Hovis was up to, but he didn't think he'd be able to steal the chicken."

Sure enough, Coto was standing outside Hovis's office. When he saw Morton saluting, he said stiffly, "I'm sorry Captain Morton. Director Hovis is discussing something with Lieutenant Colonel Lauter." Morton turned it down.

But before he could finish his sentence, he heard Hovis' pretentious and drawn-out voice inside: "Who is that outside? Morton. Come in quickly, can I do anything for you?"

Morton nodded slightly to Coto and walked into the office.Hovis leaned lazily in the chair, with his feet resting on the desk, and the black corduroy shirt casually unbuttoned a few buttons on the chest.The white-gloved hand was holding the wine glass, with a loose and impatient look.

Sitting next to him was Lao Te, who seemed to have rushed back, his forehead was covered with sweat.He had a very ugly face, staring at Morton who opened the door and came in, as if he was disturbed at an inopportune time.

Morton said: "It seems that I have hindered you a little bit." After speaking, he turned to leave.Hovis' exaggerated greeting came from behind: "Oh, oh, Morton, what are you doing, Lieutenant Colonel Lauter and I haven't seen each other for a long time, just catching up, if you have something important to say, hurry up." I was afraid that Morton would not believe it and asked, "Lauter, right?"

Lauter's face became even more gloomy. He wiped his sweat with a handkerchief and forced a smile.

"Actually, it's nothing." Morton returned and put some photocopies of the investigation report on Hovis's desk, "I heard that you are in charge of Gerber's case. I have just returned from Yardi City under the order of the prince. Come back, you may need these materials."

"Thank you so much, old man." Hovis stood up and gestured, "Although these reports have been sent by the director of the Yardi City Safety Department, I still have to thank you." He paused and asked Said, "I heard that you also went to the scene to investigate? How was the result?"

Morton didn't answer first, his eyes swept over the faces of Hovis and Lauter.Hovis looked concerned and listened carefully; Lauter pretended not to care, just kept wiping his sweat.

Morton hesitated for a moment, then said, "From the traces at the scene, it should be Ami's hands."

"Yeah, that's what the report said," Hovis said.

"You can't see anything just from the surface, and more evidence is needed." Laut retorted dryly.Morton nodded in agreement: "Yes, I think so too." Lauter gave him a surprised look, and Morton looked calm.

"Ami will be sent over for interrogation soon." Hovis didn't notice this, he sighed, and looked at the two people in front of him in great difficulty, "This kind of thing is too tricky, why would you give it to me? Alas, the emperor's thoughts are really unpredictable. You both know me, you are good at training slaves, investigate the case, alas—"

"Hovis, you are too self-effacing." Lauter squeezed out a smile, "This shows that not only the eldest princess, but even the emperor trusts you very much. I think you will deal with it fairly and never show favoritism."

"Of course." Hovis said seriously, "There is no doubt about it."

"Then." Morton raised his eyebrows and glanced at Hovis, "Where's Crane? Are you bringing him back for interrogation?"

"I heard it's still being rescued, so I don't know if it's dead or alive." Hovis sat back on the chair and took a sip from his glass. "This wine is good, do you want to try it?"

"No need, thank you." Morton said with some emotion, "Who would have thought that such a thing would happen? You kindly sent Crane to Mr. Special Envoy. You originally wanted to keep the Special Envoy from being too lonely. Unexpectedly..."

"That's right." Lauter interjected, "I think so too. I knew this would happen, and I would never let Ami get on the special envoy's carriage."

"Alas—" Hovis sighed as if he was worried about the country and the people, "It's too late to say anything now, the matter has already happened, the most important thing is to close the case as soon as possible, and give everyone an explanation, so that the emperor can rest assured, and the eldest princess can rest assured .”

"Aren't you going to see Crane?" Morton asked suddenly.

Hovis froze for a moment, then laughed loudly: "Me? Go see him? Morton, what are you kidding, you're just a slave."

"That's not what I meant." Morton said flatly, "I thought you would want to know the situation at the time first, after all, Klan is the only living witness."

"Then you don't need to ask me to go in person." Hovis yawned unceremoniously, expressing that he had no interest in this topic at all, "Someone is responsible for his safety, and I sent all the elites under Lauter, Don't be afraid of murderous situations. Right, Lauter?"

"That's right." Lauter said with certainty, "Don't worry, if Klan makes a mistake, I'm willing to take full responsibility."

"Oh? That's good." The three looked at each other, each smiling inexplicably.Morton stood up: "I see, I don't need anything, so I'm leaving." Hovis shook his glass: "Really don't want a drink? It tastes very good." "No, I'm afraid I will say if I drink too much Some useless nonsense." Morton picked up his hat and put it on his head, "Farewell."

"Why do I feel that Morton is too concerned about this case?" Lauter leaned towards Hovis, glanced at the door closed by Morton, and whispered.

Howes said indifferently: "It's no wonder, when you are so sensitive, who doesn't want to get more information so that you can get yourself out?"

"Brother." Lauter sighed, "You speak my mind. Brother, I can swear to God that Ami's assassination of the special envoy has nothing to do with me."

Howes shook his head helplessly: "Lauter, did you not listen to what I said before Morton came? Now it's not whether Ami has anything to do with you, but whether others think Ami has something to do with you. You see, so many pairs of eyes saw it back then, I sent it to Kelan, and you sent it to Ami, the situation is very bad."

"But Ami was always in your mansion before that, being taught by you."

"It's you who insists on sending Ami to the special envoy."

The two fell silent at the same time, looking at each other.

After a long time, both of them smiled at the same time, then smiled, and then laughed.Laughed very happily, laughed uncontrollably, and even laughed tears.

"Oh, Hovis." Lauter wiped his eyes and patted Hovis's shoulder like an old friend, "You, you, let me tell you what's good about you. Say you're smart, sometimes you You’re so innocent, you don’t make any achievements, you don’t want to make progress, you’re willing to be the head of the Intelligence Agency, you don’t have any power; say you’re confused, sometimes you’re so powerful, you can’t tolerate a grain of sand in your eyes.”

Hovis sighed and shook his head: "I am a person who knows nothing but some shady tricks. What else can I do? The world is in such a chaotic state, but I'm just making a living."

"Yeah, yeah, I'm eating a living." Lauter nodded with emotion, "It's not easy for you and me to make a living under the hands of others." He pondered for a moment and said, "My brother, don't worry, I will never I will embarrass you. Everyone knows that the murderer is Ami, and the evidence is solid. Whether Kelan is dead or alive, this will not solve the case. In this way, I just want to say a few words to Ami, just a few words, I will not To mutilate him, let alone kill him, will definitely not make it difficult for you, I just want to pick myself out, how about it?"

"This..." Hovis hesitated, "You know, I'm from the eldest princess's side, and you, the emperor..."

"Hey Hovis, it's your fault. Whether the eldest princess or the emperor, they are all one family? How can there be a need to separate each other? What's more, don't they have a common enemy?"

"You mean..." Hovis' eyes lit up.

Lauter stretched out a finger and pointed to the east, which was the direction of Prince Haiya's residence.He leaned close to Hovis' ear, and said in a low voice: "If this matter is done, the Eldest Princess will definitely praise you for your skill and ability; if it can't be done, you can push me, what do you have to lose? "

"That's not good." Hovis laughed, "Lauter, you know I've always been very affectionate."

"How could I not know?" The sarcasm in Lauter's eyes flashed, "I still keep the emeralds I gave to me last time. Ah, yes—" He seemed to think of something just now, " The things you want to send outside, don’t worry, wrap them on me. I will arrange soldiers guarding the city gate for you soon, and send your things out of the city safely. It will not be more than a week at the latest. If you do it, I don’t want the [-]%.”

"Oh, this is really..." Hovis stood up, his eyes lit up, and he rubbed his hands again and again, "How embarrassing, how embarrassing."

"It's nothing, it's just a matter of little effort." Seeing the other party's eager look, Lauter knew that this time was just what he wanted.He sneered contemptuously in his heart, but said sincerely, "Your business is my business."

At this time, someone knocked on the door, and the guard reported outside the door: "Lieutenant Colonel, Lan Ting has been brought."

Hovis gave Lauter a surprised look.Lauter stepped forward to open the door, and sure enough, four jailers stood outside the door holding Lan Ting.

"I specially ordered them to bring them here." Laut rolled his eyes at Hovis, "I'm afraid you're too lonely without Kelan."

"Oh Lauter, I really don't know how to thank you." Hovis said sincerely.

"I heard that this bastard was hung up for two days, and you brought him back to the office to heal his wounds. I knew he treated you very differently." Lauter said intentionally or unintentionally.

Hawes spread his hands: "No way, this is a gift for the eldest princess. If I really leave any scars, my previous hard work will be in vain, so I have to do it myself. Lauter, this kid is as stubborn as a donkey. It's hard to do."

"Your methods are so superb, are you still afraid that he will not accept it?" Lauter glanced at Lan Ting, "I think it's much better now."

Lan Ting just glared at them, but didn't yell and struggle as before, and occasionally met Hovis' eyes, flinching in fear.

Hovis watched several people hang Lan Ting up, and smiled at Lauter: "Thank you so much, old man. Well, you also know that once I train a slave, I don't know how fast time passes, and I often can't get up in the morning. Come on, can't come to work on time."

Lauter nodded understandingly: "Thank you, Hovis, please enjoy it slowly." He walked out with the jailers.

As soon as those people closed the office door, Lan Ting yelled at Hovis: "Fuck you, Hovis, if you dare to do anything to me in the name of public welfare, I'll screw your head off!"

Hovis walked slowly step by step without saying a word.

Lan Ting blushed, and the memories of the past flooded into his mind in an instant, making him inexplicably ashamed and indignant, his heartbeat accelerated, and he growled: "Horvis, how dare you fucking touch me..."

This sentence stopped halfway through, because Hovis just untied Lan Ting from the torture rack without even looking at him, with a strangely solemn expression.

Lan Ting moved his wrist slightly, and looked at Hovis with some doubts.The man went straight back to the desk and sat on the chair. He propped his forehead with his hands, and fell into a faint sadness.

The room was very quiet, which made Lanting feel very strange, and felt a little embarrassed by the overly violent reaction just now, and faintly disturbed by Hovis's different attitude from before.He wanted to ask, but he didn't want to show his concern too much. He coughed twice to clear his throat, and said in a rough voice, "Hey, are you okay?"

Lan Ting asked several times, but Hovis didn't answer, and didn't even move, like a solidified sculpture.

Lan Ting secretly rolled his eyes, and decided not to pay attention to that psychopath.Tired of standing, he simply sat down cross-legged, and the handcuffs and shackles collided with each other, rattling.

Hovis sat up straight as if awakened suddenly, and let out a long breath.His voice was deep and hoarse, revealing heavy exhaustion and a trace of sadness, he said: "Come here, have a glass of wine with me."