Volume 1: The Gate of Flesh and Blood Chapter 23 Aunt!
aunt.
Christa Wayne.
A girl who likes to wear white dresses, always has a smile on her face, and is willing to give 'him' extra pocket money.
That's right, a girl.
Although she was called aunt, Krista Wayne was only five years older than him. She was the child born to his grandfather's third wife. Unfortunately , like his grandfather's second wife, she died young.
The only difference is that the other party is lucky enough to have a child.
My grandfather's second wife was the most pitiful. After marrying my grandfather, she had no children and had to endure the cold words from his mother and aunts every day. She died of depression in less than two years.
The memories bursting out of his mind made Goethe slightly stunned.
Then he looked at the security director in front of him.
"What happened to my aunt?"
He asked.
"Please come with me, we will talk in detail after returning to the room."
The security chief bowed slightly and spoke in a low voice.
The other party's words and the solemn expression on his face made Goethe guess something.
He nodded, followed the other person and returned to 801.
"Would you like some coffee?"
The other party asked.
"Tea, please."
Goethe answered.
The other party took action immediately. After the hotel waiter placed a cup of tea and a plate of snacks on the table and left the room, the security manager took out three pieces of paper from his pocket.
Or, to be more precise, an IOU.
Three IOUs signed by his aunt, Krista Wayne.
One is worth 100 gold grams, one is worth 150 gold grams, and one is worth 200 gold grams.
The collateral was the Wayne family's residence at 1 Guta Street and their only property, the Wayne Brewery, a small brewery that was considered the Wayne family's most important source of income.
Suddenly, Goethe frowned.
The importance of both the only residence and the only property to the Wayne family is self-evident.
According to his memory, unless his aunt was crazy, she would never do this.
"what happened?"
Goethe believed that since the security chief in front of him had produced the IOU, he must have a corresponding answer, just as he believed that the other party would not use the IOU to deceive him.
"Your aunt has been seen on 'Elm Street.'
"And 'Elm Street' is the gathering place for those with 'supernatural powers' in Lust."
The other party answered in detail.
Goethe was stunned.
Although Goethe had guessed it before, he was still surprised at this time.
Because, in his previous speculation, there was no mention of his aunt having come into contact with supernatural powers.
Isn't it me?
But it was because of the 'Aunt' that the 'Killer in the Fog' was attracted?
After frowning and thinking for a few seconds, Goethe continued to ask.
"What else?"
“ That’s all there is now.”
"Although our boss has a wide network of contacts in Lust, this is the limit of what we can find in just a few hours - of course, as a promise, we will continue to track it down."
The security chief spoke of his boss with great respect.
Goethe expressed his understanding of this.
The fact that all this could be found out in just a few hours is enough to show how extraordinary the owner of the Pine Nut Hotel is.
"I will take on these debts."
Goethe pointed to the IOU.
Although it is unknown what 'his' aunt did, the debt is real.
Now that you have become a 'Goethe' and are enjoying the conveniences that come with the identity of 'Goethe', you naturally have to assume the corresponding obligations.
He wouldn't cheat on something like this.
What's more, the person who holds the IOU now is the owner of the Pine Nut Hotel who looks extraordinary.
Goethe did not want the other party to stand against him.
"Master Goethe, you are far more responsible than I thought."
The security chief praised.
"Can you tell me about 'Elm Street'?"
Although the other party promised to continue the investigation, Goethe was still curious about "Elm Street".
"'Elm Street'?"
"Its history is not very long, only about twenty years. It was originally a 'pharmacy' and the owner was Mr. 'Freddy'."
"But as time went by, even Mr. Freddy probably didn't expect that the drugstore 'Nightmare Night' would develop into the largest gathering place for extraordinary people in Rooster: 'Elm Street'."
"And Sir Freddy has become one of the richest people in Luster because of this."
"At the same time, in March this year, it became an officially recognized rally site."
The security chief looked quite surprised when he talked about the history of 'Elm Street'.
Especially when it comes to 'official recognition'.
Similarly, Goethe also had a keen interest in this.
"Officially recognized?"
Goethe asked.
"Well, last June, the kingdom passed the 'Legalization of Extraordinary People' Act. As long as you have not committed any crime and recognize the kingdom's rule, you can obtain legal status."
"People like Mr. Freddy are among the first batch of applicants."
"So far, many cities in the entire kingdom have such semi-official gathering places for extraordinary people."
"but……"
"There are still many people who feel they have lost their 'freedom'."
The security chief explained.
"Is that so?"
Goethe whispered to himself, his eyes flickering slightly.
Although it was only Reger's narration, Goethe could already imagine what kind of open and secret struggles this bill went through from its drafting to its implementation, which must have been bloody.
In fact, it hasn’t ended yet.
And then, the security chief's words further proved this point.
"Although 'Elm Street' is semi-official, it is not absolutely safe. If you want to enter 'Elm Street', Master Goethe, it is best to find someone to introduce you. This can avoid unnecessary trouble."
"Of course, our boss is happy to be such an introducer."
As the other party spoke, he looked at Goethe.
"Thank you very much."
“Do I need to give anything?”
Goethe agreed immediately.
Although he should be able to obtain corresponding security according to his identity as an 'apprentice' secret keeper, if he wants to know more about his aunt, it is better to take other means.
"Of course not. This is also compensation."
“The ‘Elm Street’ location is right on Elm Street.”
"The entrance is the 'Nightmare Pharmacy'."
“It will be open on Friday and Saturday.”
"If you want to go, Master Goethe, our boss will also be there on Friday, so you can go with us then."
The security chief said.
"good."
Goethe naturally had no objection.
"Then I'll take my leave first."
"Have a good night."
Having said that, the other party put away the IOU, bowed and left.
Looking at the closed door, Goethe narrowed his eyes slightly.
There is no doubt that the owner of the Pine Nut Hotel is too attentive.
Even the so-called compensation exceeded the limit.
"Is the other party planning something?"
"Is there any hidden story behind the series of events that happened at the Wayne family?"
Goethe thought.
Goethe could think of nothing else.
As for the Secret Keeper?
If it was Morey, it would be normal for the other party to do so.
But Goethe?
It's not that he was belittling himself, but as a secret keeper in the 'apprentice period', it was really not worth it for the other party to do this.
After all, talent is unknown.
Rubbing his temples, Goethe continued to think as he walked into the bathroom. After washing up, he lay down on the comfortable and soft big bed.
The big bed, which was different from the chairs, floor and sleeping bags in the police station, made Goethe close his eyes comfortably.
Almost instantly, Goethe fell asleep.
Then--
He was standing on Guta Street in a trance.
Unconsciously, he walked towards 'home'.
Then he saw his aunt.
His aunt was just as he remembered, wearing a white dress, standing in front of the old house, waving at him with a kind smile.
"Goethe, Goethe, come quickly!"
"Let's go home!"
As he said this, he raised his hand and grasped Goethe's hand.
