Count of Monte Cristo

Lin Ke breathed a sigh of relief, thinking about Steven's origin in his heart, whether his arrival would pose a threat to Edmund's revenge plan, and now there is no connection between the two.Maybe it was just a coincidence, Lin Ke shrugged and walked towards a quiet place.

The hands of the clock on the wall pointed to eight o'clock.The dance will end promptly at ten o'clock.

Lin Ke dodges to hide on the balcony with heavy curtains. The balcony at night is always windy and mysterious. Maybe according to the development of the plot of the novel, film and television, he will hear some secrets here. Lin Ke laughs at himself in his heart.

Viscountess Kemont's house has a large balcony, and you can see the garden when you look down, but the moonlight is not very good tonight, so you can only see the outline of the garden vaguely.Lin Ke put his hands on the railing, squinted his eyes and looked down, but he didn't see the figure of the three people, maybe they were still chatting on that trail.Edmund can always find out Steven's intentions, and he has great confidence in him.

According to tonight's arrangement, Edmund should be ready for the next step, especially after he learned of the lover relationship between Mrs. Tanglars and the government secretary Debray.It's really ridiculous to say it, obviously everyone at the ball knows the relationship between them, but Danglars still has a smug face.Maybe this is the secret of their survival, as long as you are good for me, then I can endure.

In the past seven years, he and Edmund have been to many places, and have seen many sad and hateful things. He has already learned not to talk about it, even if it is dirty, as long as it does not hinder him, he will ignore it.

Of course, there were also interesting and joyful things during the journey, and it still makes me feel excited to think about it now.

Lin Ke's eyes fell on the garden downstairs again, looking for Edmund's figure, and he remembered their previous dispute.

The point of their dispute is Heidi. Linko doesn't want Heidi to put all her thoughts on avenging her father, and she shouldn't use Albert. He is not worried about Albert, but Heidi. It will be self-defeating, if she is really moved by Albert, then she will be the one who will be hurt in the future.

Although Heidi is mature in mind, she is still a young girl in her prime. It is inevitable that she will not be tempted when she meets a person who is sincere and flattering to her.

Of course, Lin Ke told Heidi clearly about his concerns, but Heidi didn't listen at all. She just wanted revenge, not only for herself but also for Edmund. Lin Ke knew it, and so did Edmond.

Edmund's opinion was as she wished, and Lin Ke could feel that he was a little bit encouraging Heidi to use Albert, and he sometimes created opportunities for the two of them to meet.Edmund's attitude towards Heidi is strange.

He seemed to be very wary of Heidi from the very beginning, and of course Edmund didn't completely trust anyone, including him!

So they had a big fight last night. It seems that the quarrel was only Lin Ke's unilateral, because Edmund didn't say a few words from the beginning to the end. This kind of quarrel made Lin Ke feel that he was singing a one-man show alone. Finally ended with the Cold War.

In fact, this was the first time that such a quarrel had occurred. Ever since they came to Paris, Lin Ke felt that Edmond's repressed excitement of revenge and long-hidden resentment and tyranny were erupting.

Every day he can see his three enemies enjoying the glory and wealth in Paris, but he still can't tell their sins one by one, and he wants to make excuses with them. This kind of pain makes him depressed and fickle.Edmund was often shooting and fencing in the practice room in the middle of the night!

Sometimes when they were making love, Edmund would suddenly kiss him tightly, the force made Lin Ke feel painful.Afterwards, he also hugged Lin Ke tightly in his arms without saying a word.

The wind blows and the shadows of the trees flicker, and Lin Ke's thoughts return to reality. There are three figures in the garden, and Lin Ke recognizes that they are Edmund and the three of them.Their conversation seemed to be over, and sure enough, the three separated after a while.Lin Ke's eyes shifted to Steven. He didn't come back to the living room with Edmund and Franz, but turned around and entered a small road, and disappeared after a while.

The three of them had disappeared. Lin Ke just wanted to look away when he suddenly saw a figure rushing out.It was really a figure, as if it appeared out of nowhere—Lin Ke stared at it with wide-eyed eyes.The figure moved very quickly, walking along the trail where Steven disappeared. During this period, all actions did not exceed two seconds, and then disappeared completely. In the blink of an eye, there was nothing in the garden, and it was as calm as before.Lin Ke was startled, but quickly reacted, turned around and left the balcony to rush down!But when he rushed out, he stopped, because the conversation of two people caught his ears.

"Do you know what the origin of the Count of Monte Cristo is?"

"You have doubts about him too?"

"Of course, don't tell me, you don't think he's acting suspicious?" Lin Ke recognized the voice, it belonged to Tanglars.

"Hehe... I saw you had a good conversation with him, and you still think you have investigated it?"

There was only a curtain between them and Lin Ke, so the voice could be heard clearly. Lin Ke had to breathe lightly to avoid being discovered by them.

He guessed that one of these two people was Tanglars, and the other might be Fernand, but since he had never spoken to him, Lin Ke was not sure about his voice, so he listened carefully.

The conversation between the two is still going on, as if they have already discussed how to find out the details of Edmond.

"Monte Cristo is the name of a place, or rather, of a rock, not a surname."

"Do you remember Monte Cristo?" The voice was loud and ironic.

"Ahem... my lord count, you don't have to come to mock me, I don't think you can forget the port of Marseilles. All the French who come from Palermo, Naples or Rome by sea pass through this island, maybe you Have you ever been there with your wife?"

Sure enough, it was Demarcerf!

"I have sent people to Italy and Rome to inquire about his origin, and it will not be long before there will be news."

"Then you have to find out clearly. After all, it was your son who introduced him into the social world. If any nobleman is deceived, your reputation..."

"Hmph! You will plan!"

"I did this for the good of our two families. You see, your son's heart has always been on that Greek woman. How sad it must be for my daughter to see it. I understand how young men love beautiful women. , but our two families have been friends since we were young!" The emphasis is placed on the last four words since childhood.

Count Morcerf also became angry, "Danglars, you don't have to threaten me. Take care of your wife and daughter when you have time. I don't want my future daughter-in-law to become like her mother!"

"You!" Danglars' beard was raised, "My lord, you have to calm down. You must know that my daughter may have a dowry of 100 million."

"Hehe..." Earl Morcerf laughed undisguisedly, the laughter was full of mockery, "I'll just wait and see, Mr. Sherlock."

Shylock is a well-known miser in Shakespeare's plays. Hearing his taunts, Danglars stopped talking. The two were silent for a long time. Just when Lin Ke and the two would break up unhappy, Morcerf spoke again. Yes, but the topic has changed.

"Do you know that Marquis George?"

"His father is a well-known figure in England, but his father seems to have passed away a month ago, hasn't he inherited his title?"

"I don't know about this matter, but he came with him, as well as the British envoy, and brought a message to our House."

"what news?"

"It is said that a group of extremely vicious pirates will come to Paris. Please take precautions. This news has confused many people. The British are really weird!"

"Then Marquis George doesn't have any political purpose in coming here?"

"I have invited him to stay at our house temporarily..." He was interrupted before finishing speaking.

"He agreed?"

"not at all."

"What about the British envoy?"

"The special envoy lives in the embassy. I am going to visit him. If this news is true, I will tighten the security of the city of Paris."

"I want to think about what benefits this will get me..."

"Father, so you are here?" Albert's voice came in, "My lord baron, hello!"

"Hmph, you're really showing off tonight." Danglars began to sneer again, "You haven't greeted my daughter yet, have you?"

"My lord, Miss Eugenie's demeanor tonight is enough to overshadow everyone."

"Not including the Greek woman, I'm afraid."

"Lord Danglars, you've had too much to drink today, and you're starting to talk nonsense," said Morcerf coldly. "Albert, did your mother send you here?"

"Yes. Mother is a little uncomfortable and wants to go back."

"Then we shall take our leave," said Morcerf, followed by footsteps.

Lin Ke waited for a long time, and then he heard Denglars poo, and then left too.

He took a deep breath, he had learned enough news tonight.Here comes Steven, and so do the pirates!Wouldn't the pirate still come after Steven?Is Steven a pirate harvester?

Thinking of this, Lin Ke also became confused. After thinking for a while, he decided to go out and find Edmund and tell him the news about Denglars' request and investigation. He could also make preparations in advance.As for the matter of Steven, it also needs to be investigated carefully.

When Lin Ke went out, it was already the end of the dance, the music was soothing, and only a few couples were moving slowly on the dance floor.Heidi was not among them.

Lin Ke searched for Edmond in the crowd, but saw that Edmond was in front of the Countess of Morcerf, and he seemed to be talking about something with concern.Albert's face was full of joy, and Count Morcerf was also in front of him. Linko didn't walk over. Heidi didn't know when she appeared at this time.

"Brother," Heidi's voice was faint, "I told Albert about my life experience."

"Heidi!" Lin Ke couldn't help raising his voice, seeing that the crowd was suppressing again, "What are you thinking?"

"Brother, I am sensible. I have concealed my name. Albert's sympathy for me and the resentment for the betrayer will be overflowing. If I know the truth..." Heidi paused, "Maybe it was brewed in the early stage. Too much, and it will be more cruel in the end, and I can't wait."

Lin Ke looked at her flowery side face and couldn't help sighing. The child spoke so cruelly, but when he mentioned Albert, she didn't even notice the flickering light in her eyes.

"He is engaged to Mademoiselle Eugenie."

"Oh." Heidi sneered, "He didn't tell me at all. But it's a matter of whether the engagement will go well or not."

Lin Ke could hear the dissatisfaction and coldness in her tone, "Heidi, it's too late to stop now, and leave everything to us. You just need to be happy."

"Happy?" Heidi turned her face away, but her voice was clear, "I can't do it anymore. Brother, I know that you are sincere for me, and I have my own plans, so you don't have to quarrel with the master for me." Heidi He always called Edmond the master, no matter how many times Lin Ke told her to call her brother or uncle, but Heidi remained the same.After Lin Ke heard this, he understood that Heidi also knew that they were in a cold war, Lin Ke didn't speak, and Heidi acted like a baby again, "Okay, brother, you can't be angry with me, you love me the most, you If I get angry, I will be very sad."

She secretly grimaced again, Lin Ke really had no choice but to keep a straight face, "Stop messing around, pack up, let's go back."

"Aren't you waiting for the master?"

Lin Ke glanced over there, several people were still talking, Countess de Morcerf smiled gently, Edmond's expression was not clear.Lin Ke thought for a while, greeted a waiter, ordered a few words, and then said to Heidi: "Let's go outside and wait for him first."

"Yes, sir!" Heidi gave a military salute, and then walked towards Viscountess Kermont with Lin Ke's arm. It was time for them to leave.

Their carriage was outside the garden, and Lin Ke and Heidi walked through the long flower path. The moonlight was very gentle at this time.Heidi's smile was not as sharp as before, and she hummed Greek ditties happily along the way.Lin Ke's mood also improved, and he remembered the figure he saw on the balcony just now. The place where they disappeared seemed to be this path. This path extends in all directions and connects the entire garden. Shy and breathless.Lin Ke came here on horseback, but when he returned, he suffered from laziness again, so he got into the carriage with Heidi.He narrowed his eyes, recalling what happened tonight, and was about to figure out a clue.Heidi pushed him suddenly, "Brother, look, are there two people over there?"

Heidi opened the curtain of the carriage. She pointed to the most northeast direction. Lin Ke looked carefully, only to see two shadows colliding with each other. He couldn't tell whether it was a tree shadow or a human shadow, entangled together.

"Two men!" said Hattie.

Lin Ke was startled, and was about to get out of the car to see clearly, when the whole garden became lively.The bell remembered that the dance was over.The garden is full of people sending off and going home.

"They're gone," said Hattie.

"Did you see their faces clearly?" Heidi's eyesight was also good, although not as good as Edmund's, but much better than Linko's.

"One of them looks like the Marquis George." Heidi frowned, a little uncertain.She had seen Marquis George at the ball, and because she felt that he was not simple, she had paid close attention to him.

Lin Ke was silent, maybe things really developed as he guessed.

Heidi thought about it.

Tonight is bound to be an eventful one.