Rekindle the spirit of war

Chapter 38

As the weather gradually warmed, the wave of workers joining nascent unions faded from frenzy.The peak period has passed, and there is no longer the continuous flow of crowds.Even so, the guards still did not relax their vigilance.The captain knew what the union leader had done in the dark. Although he did not continue the previous pursuit, he did not stop monitoring the union.

For the close attention of the outside world, the former "crows" laughed it off.They've learned how to blend their weapons into the humble metalwork around them, with a level of sophistication that's barely noticeable.And their words and deeds are no longer as aggressive as before.

People are certainly curious about new things, just as they were curious about crows in the past.But this union is no longer the mysterious and frightening of its predecessor "The Raven", and it has put forward a heart-warming slogan: "Praise truth, resist injustice".This began to awaken the desire for justice and freedom in people's hearts.

Apart from talking about the new union, there is another thing that attracts the public's attention.Since the reform of the country, the magistrates have held a party on the founding day every year. At first, only members of the big families were invited, and now, representatives of the civilian trade unions are also invited.Leaving aside the long and oriented speech before the banquet officially began, it was simply sympathetic to the people.

"We're invited, too. It's too bad, I have to get a dress, and it's going to cost me again," Sean said to himself.When he heard the news, he was not very surprised.He knew that the Green family, who had always been neutral, saw the situation clearly, and it was impossible not to understand how dangerous this union that spoke for the workers was: it could force Parliament to issue new laws before it was formed; Achieving greater change than before.However, it is precisely because of this that they will definitely invite their companions to go.

Everything is for profit.The biggest change that may occur in the future is that the common people and the nobles are completely equal in law and power status, and the former can punish the latter.But even if the heirs of all other families are sent to prison and sentenced to death, the well-respected Green family will not be shaken.Now, this family is showing favor to the workers under the banner of "fairness", which makes other big families have nothing to say, and at the same time, it also makes the people feel better about them.

A smooth family would not be an ally, but it would not be a dangerous enemy either.It was another thing that worried Sean.As Mei Danzuo said, there will be nobles trying to suppress and smear them, then this party will be full of crises.

Despite his misgivings, Sean had to admit that he enjoyed the party as he stood behind the carved railing and watched couples dance in the hall below.

The tense atmosphere imagined did not appear, and various social classes who had little contact with each other on weekdays merged at this banquet.The noble young people were pleasantly surprised by the knowledgeable and talkative commoners, who also gradually let go of their tension and swayed freely as the banquet progressed.

Sean looked at the harmonious scene and tasted the wine slowly.The feast wine of the upper class is naturally different from the crude wine in commoner taverns, even compared with those pungent liquids that Medanzuo secretly kept, the difference is not small.Every drop of it seems to be infused with the fragrance of flowers, which is clear and sweet, making people happy.

At the end of the song, Sean saw Francis finally get rid of his enthusiastic partner and gesture to himself. "You really shouldn't continue dancing with others, or the men here will try their best to find you." He teased his companion softly and walked towards the stairs.

Medanzo and Bryan were walking up side by side.Medanzuo was wearing a military uniform, and the silver metal buttons reflected white light, flashing into Sean's eyes.Shane had to close his eyes for a moment.At this time, those two people had already walked in front of him.

"The shot you fired back then was really beautiful." Brian said coolly, "I broke some fingers and metacarpal bones, and I have had them for several days." He extended his hand to Sean as his master.

"I'm sorry, you can blame me for that shot. By the way, it was a wonderful party." Sean was about to shake hands with Bryan, but Medanzo grabbed Sean's extended hand first.

Brian whistled, trying to go up, holding back a smile.But Sean still had something to ask him: "How is that kid?"

"You mean deer? He's learning his craft from a hand-watchmaker, and intends to become a mechanic like his mother. He's still living with me. Well, the boy's been spoiled by you, but he's at least Thinking of my benefits to him. Another doll of mine is usually very obedient, but immediately bid farewell to me after regaining freedom and went to find his biological mother."

I have no interest in your tragic love story.Sean wanted to say this, but Medanzo seemed to know that he was going to speak, and mouthed to him in advance: "Let him speak, he is suffering. Brian has always been confident in his charm, which is very important to him. A huge blow."

Sean understood. "You didn't punish him, did you?"

"Of course not. He loves me very much, and I like him very much. Our relationship has always been very good, and I will not punish him for small things."

"But when you get married, you will definitely let that child leave you."

Brian took it for granted: "This is the way things are. To me, there is always something more important than him. Well, I won't bother you two anymore."

Brian walked away.Sean looked at Medanzo. "I don't like the way he treats the poor boy, but you should listen to what he has to say."

As if he didn't hear what Sean said, Medanzuo raised his hand and stroked Sean's cheek. "Is it too hot here, or have you been drinking? Your face is a little red. Fortunately, your seats are very close to the window, which can cool you down."

Sean was a little speechless. "Are you listening to me?"

"Of course. But I don't have to listen to what Brian has to say. I'm different from Brian, and he values ​​things differently than I do."

I can see now why I blushed; anyone's face would burn red to be stared at with such a fiery gaze that could almost ignite something.Sean withdrew the hand that Medanzo had been holding all along. "I must go down. My companions are waiting for me."

"You have a companion who is a great communicator. There are many women in this meeting who have been charmed by him."

Sean immediately guessed that the other party was talking about Francis.The young man was handsome and enthusiastic, and he was already very attractive to women.But Sean judged from Medanzo's expression that the other party didn't like Francis; in order not to cause trouble to his friend, Sean only smiled and didn't speak.

After going downstairs, Sean quickly found Francis, who was talking to someone.It is worth noting that the person opposite Francis is Fanny.Sean was deeply impressed by this strange woman who likes to slap the noble face.Even if he came to the banquet, the other party was still wearing long trousers and leather boots, looking as neat as a man.Only her low-cut silk blouse and shiny ornaments were on sale, and she was essentially the same as the other female guests.

These two...

Sean did not step forward, but observed from the side.The lady was as calm as ever, and spoke quickly and decisively.But Francis was very different from usual.He seemed a little excited, but deliberately suppressed it. His attitude was really indescribable.Something flashed in his eyes, and Sean quickly had a guess.

"Wait for me." After Fanny walked away, Sean stopped Francis.He chuckled softly: "You love her, don't you? The way you look at her says it all. It really surprised me. I thought you were a person who 'lived among thousands of flowers, but never touched your body'. "

"Don't be kidding me," said Francis, looking awkward.This undoubtedly made Sean more sure of his judgment.He wanted to tease his friend, but Medanzo's words came to his mind—Fanny is a married lady.

Francis' charms are useless in this matter, since the woman he's in love with is already married.

Sympathy and annoyance dissipated Sean's curiosity.He stopped teasing Francis about this matter, but walked quietly with the other party to where they were.The banquet prepared a corresponding seat for each trade union representative.

The banquet went on smoothly.The sudden visit of descendants of the royal family aroused the attention of those present.Although the imperial power has been destroyed for decades, this family still symbolizes the country.Although the princess was stern and a bit lifeless, she still became the focus of the banquet.

"She is a good choice for traditional nobles." Francis and Sean said: "This princess is about to come of age. Guess which family's young master will pick this high mountain flower?"

Sean thought it was amused. "This 'riddle' is too easy. Except for Green or Levin..."

A gunshot cut him off.Someone shot a chandelier in the dome, its thick brass chain dangling, and a glass shade fell with the candle.This would not have caused much harm to people, but it smashed the princess's arm; the injuries of members of the royal family have never been described as "minor injuries".

The hall fell into a brief chaos, and was quickly stabilized by the Green family.Someone found the cartridge and quickly determined that it belonged to a small revolver long out of date.

Sean frowned and turned his head back to find Francis' face pale. "what happened?"

Francis gave him a forced smile and whispered, "My gun is missing. I don't even know when..."

Sean's heart skipped a beat.He knew that what he was worried about still happened.He scanned the hall quickly, looking intently at the hands of the men.

His gaze finally landed on Medanzuo.Sean saw that Medanzo wrapped something in a handkerchief and held it in the palm of his hand, hiding the protruding end in his sleeve.Sean recognized the thing based on its shape, and couldn't help but clenched his fists.

After finishing the action of hiding that thing, Medanzuo walked towards the entrance of the hall.Perhaps because of his noble status, no one stopped Mei Danzuo from leaving.

Shane took a breath.He knew that he had probably found his target, but he had to check with Francis after all.He whispered, "Is it a six-shot gun?"

"Yes. Did you see it?"

"I saw someone take it away. It should be Medanzo." Sean sat upright.For a few seconds just now, he was inexplicably lost, but that loss quickly disappeared without a trace.He knows what he has to do.He knew who framed them, and now he had to make the other party pay.That's the way things should be.

Francis raised an eyebrow. "Really? That's really surprising. It's not like the Levin family's style to frame civilians." Even so, he still followed Sean's words: "We'll know the details when we ask him. Yes If you are here, it is not difficult to ask him out; but if you ask, Derek should accompany you. I have to stay up late to finish the manuscript, so I can’t accompany you; if you face him alone, I’m afraid your heart will soften.”

"I will not soften my heart." Sean retorted quickly.

"You will." Francis smiled and approached Sean. "However, it doesn't matter. Although we have a good relationship, we shouldn't interfere with each other's emotional lives."

Sean glared at each other, but wasn't really angry. "So you're just teasing me. It's boring. Let's get down to business. I don't understand what Medanzuo is doing. If he wants to frame him, he can just take out the gun and accuse us. But he walked away with that gun gone."

"You can find out what he wants to do by asking." Francis' tone was low and a little cold: "Although the crow has changed, it has not disappeared. What we are most taboo about is betrayal and framing."

The author has something to say: This section has a lot of emotional progress 0.0