Christian paused for a moment.

"Mark Virgo as a key suspect; this person might have voyeuristic tendencies. The hypothesis that they refused to come to the Round Table Conference due to risk is no longer valid. They can come, but they don’t, yet for some reason, they still contact Taurus."

Christian rubbed his chin; Virgo might be privy to some secrets of the Twelve Zodiac Star Disc and is colluding with Taurus, hinting at a potential rebellion.

Suddenly, Gemini seemed more agreeable.

At that moment, a knock on the door was heard, and the butler walked in.

"Young master, it’s the weekend. Miss Marking from the Marking Family, Miss Potter from the Potter Family, and Miss Phil from the Phil Family would like to invite you for an afternoon outing. You’re always working so hard; you should take a break?" The butler spoke with his head down, his voice filled with concern.

Christian raised his head slightly with an air of arrogance, "Didn’t I go out just a few days ago? Let them have fun on their own, don’t bother me."

Just after saying that, Christian felt a little regret. Why did it feel like he’d been sitting here for ages? He did want to move around; though hiking didn’t interest him much, having coffee sounded good. That way, he could invite Gemini, or rather, give Gemini a chance to invite him for coffee.

As Christian cleared his throat, preparing to change his mind, the butler bowed and closed the door. At the moment the door closed, the butler, who had been keeping his head down, lifted it, revealing a pair of eyes burning with dark fire...

***

On the weekend, early in the morning, when it was a good time to sleep in, two young individuals with ambitions had already gotten up.

Li Xin was furiously typing away at the keyboard, the typewriter sparking from his speed. Hard work leads to success, neglect leads to failure. Never underestimate the poor youth. There’s a golden house in the book, beauties in the texts...all because of poverty.

On the other side, in an exquisite courtyard in East Second District, that originally belonged to Governor Luthor’s estate, where Luthor stayed during his early development in Dragon Capital, later given to the Lu Family in Celestial Capital, is now naturally Lu Shuai’s residence when in Dragon Capital. Lu Shuai’s pride, he usually stays at the Canon Law School but comes back here during weekends. This mansion was once inhabited by Governor Luthor, sharing in the governor’s glory. Occasionally, small gatherings are held there. The location is undoubtedly excellent, but after visiting a dining room capable of hosting over a thousand people at once, the initial bragging tendency diminishes.

Lu Shuai had already risen, meticulously adjusting his hair in front of the mirror, ensuring every detail was perfect. The more beautiful the girl, the more detail-oriented she is. A crisp casual suit constantly reminded others of his lineage to the Grand Governor. Although a bit pretentious, it was practical. He bared his teeth, clean and neat, applied some essential oil on his wrist, rubbed it between his hands, then smelled it, exuding a masculine charm.

Under the morning sun’s rays, he was undoubtedly the most handsome boy in Dragon Capital. He refused to believe he couldn’t win over Miss Tang.

Lu Shuai had a jam-packed schedule today. In the morning, he planned to intercept Miss Tang, who had enraptured his heart. If the first meeting was impulsive, after a few days, if the thought lingered, then it must be true love. His heart urged him to act, which is characteristic of Lu Shuai.

Though Miss Tang’s whereabouts are elusive, there are always more methods than difficulties, especially for Lu Shuai. 𝗳𝐫𝚎𝗲𝚠𝚎𝗯𝕟𝐨𝘃𝚎𝗹.𝗰𝗼𝗺

The ideal scenario is for Miss Tang to have lunch, thereby concluding the encounter. Pursuing a girl requires the right balance; controlling her emotions is the key.

In the afternoon, he needed to meet Brother Li. Since coming to Dragon Capital, Lu Shuai often had to rely on Luo Xue. It wasn’t until recently that Luo Xue agreed to create an "accidental" meeting with Princess Mingyue. The opportunity was today, as Luo Xue was accompanying Princess Mingyue for an afternoon of ordinary life experiences.

Lu Shuai was earnest about his development in Dragon Capital. Though the aroma of wine may be lost in a deep alleyway, Lu Shuai was acutely aware of his status and position. He offers certain utility value, but without recognition from notable figures, relying solely on his family would lead nowhere. Thus, he had to strive for every opportunity to mingle with the upper class, where the opportunities are abundant, much like Luthor’s era.

All being from Celestial Capital, in Dragon Capital, they were regarded as part of the Celestial faction. Luo Xue wasn’t being pretentious or oblivious. Initially, the hesitation was due to a lack of familiarity with the Princess, fearing a blunder. After more than a year, the timing seemed apt. Whether they gain the Princess’s favor depended on Lu Shuai’s performance.

The title of Governor Luthor’s descendant impresses ordinary folks, but Luo Xue felt the disparity during this period. She realized in the power circles, strength is paramount — one without value is akin to a pebble by the roadside.

This truth was clearer to Lu Shuai. Unlike Luo Xue, he believed in his immense potential and latent value.

Determining a person’s worth varies based on perspective, timing, and way of expression. Lu Shuai’s determination and confidence had inspired Luo Xue. She hoped for an influential figure to emerge from Celestial Capital. Her experience in the Divine Revelation Canon Law School over a year plunged her into feelings of powerlessness and class disparity. Despite her efforts, they proved futile. She wanted to see to what extent Lu Shuai could reach.

For Lu Shuai, it was an unprecedented opportunity after over a year of waiting. He needed to seize it. A solo encounter risked suspicion, so requesting Li Xin and Huerta to join was a wiser strategy. It would also allow Li Xin and Huerta to present themselves before the Princess, gaining familiarity, with potential chances in the future given their capabilities.

In Dragon Capital, studying Governor Luthor’s path to success, Lu Shuai firmly believed in the importance of connections. The world lacked no geniuses, only platforms and opportunities.

At night, it was the gathering of Dragon Capital’s elite aristocratic offspring, conducted once or twice monthly. He tried various channels and methods without success. Sometimes, things come surprisingly easily after exhaustive pursuits. Due to recent events at the Celestial Principle Study, more interested attendees desired a chance at their inaugural lecture. As a significant figure in the Serene Canon Law School, Lu Shuai finally secured a spot, marking his initial entry.

A blessing in disguise, with a spirit rejuvenated by joyful events, he picked up the flowers on the table and headed outside. The butler had prepared the carriage long before, with the destination set to Shadow Owl Base, 88 Huanhuan Street. What a lovely name — Huanhuan Street, symbolizing family joy.

Drawn by two fine steeds, the carriage reflected self-assigned identity upon venturing away from home. The opportunity was maximized under favorable conditions.

Upon reaching the Shadow Owl entrance, disembarking from the carriage, he saw an old lady knitting under the sun. Lu Shuai’s face instantly glowed with a gentle smile, "Good morning, Sister Meng."

Watching Lu Shuai holding the flowers, Meng Po’s face burst into a radiant smile. This descendant of Governor Luthor was commendable, generous. She gave him a knowing look; Lu Shuai understood that Miss Tang was already there. As he was about to step inside, he suddenly smacked his head, "My memory! Sister Meng, please buy some snacks for the Mooncake."

He handed a purse over to Meng Po, who promptly thanked him, recognizing by the feel that it was five hundred Lira, smoothly pocketing it. "Tang Yinxiao has a case to attend to shortly, but manpower seems insufficient."