frightfiction Chapter 714 What Kind of Gastronomic Capital Is This?
Chapter 714 What Kind of Gastronomic Capital Is This?
"An iron hook? What kind of iron hook? What's it used for?"
The "silly Fufu" expression gradually reappeared on Fumina's face.
The guard's report contained no information about Cowell, and the evidence list made no mention of any iron hook, which gave Furina a very ominous feeling.
Navelette then addressed the air directly, saying, "Since your demands are supported by evidence, please continue your statement."
Kong nodded. "Then I'll re-analyze the entire case process."
“In Cowell’s plan, all the props have their purpose.”
"The tampered number selector identified the target, Hertie. As the magic box in the audience descended, the iron hooks attached to the outer box tightened, puncturing the balloon at the top of the box. The primordial water of the sea inside the balloon fell and dissolved Hertie in the water."
"Afterwards, Cowell went into the tunnel and broke the vase to cover up the water stains in the tunnel. As for the water stains in the box, they would naturally be covered up once the water tank on the stage fell."
"However... Cowell encountered something unexpected in the tunnel. He entered the box and was eventually killed by the water tank that was used to cover up evidence."
"That's the whole process. As for the unexpected situation, I think it might be related to his accomplice mentioned in his notes. We don't know for sure until we find that person. But in any case, since Linni went to that basement room and perfectly missed the entire murder process, Linni is not the murderer in this case."
"Brilliant deduction; all the clues have come together."
Many audience members applauded, and even Xu Ning couldn't help but clap his hands at Kong's performance.
"The methods used in the serial disappearances of young girls have been revealed, information that people can be dissolved by the water of the Primordial Sea of Immortality has been disclosed, and organizations that sell illegal drugs have come to the attention of the Fontaine authorities."
Xu Ning muttered to himself, "As each card is revealed, Charlotte gets the breaking news, Navia gets the crucial clue, and Linnie gets a chance to escape punishment... although she'll soon be charged again. So, will that accomplice lurking in the shadows choose wise abandonment or foolishly advance?"
But no matter what happens next, it seems our Water God is doomed to lose.
Xu Ning glanced at Fu Ningna, whose guilty expression, as if she were about to die, was particularly amusing.
No wonder the people of Fontainebleau love her so much; after all, what other country would casually tease a god for fun?
However, just when everyone thought the situation was settled, the guard named Esmond suddenly walked up to Navelette and whispered something to her.
Navelette nodded slightly.
"Just now, someone from the security team discovered new investigative evidence. Please come to the center of the stage and present it to us."
The young security guard who had been giving a report with a small notebook came up.
“Thank you, Your Honor. We have also examined the luggage of the other individuals involved in the case, and we found the same Primal Sea Water in Linnie’s luggage as Cowell had.”
There was an uproar.
Xu Ning finally sat up straight. "I thought this long trial was finally over..."
He tapped the back of the chair. "It's your time. Go find that young lady. Remember to negotiate the terms with her before you show up. Given the strength of the Rose Society, they might be able to protect you."
"Of course, there is another possibility. If that young lady begs you not to show yourself, you should agree to her request. After the trial, I will personally take you away from here."
A voice came from the shadows replying, "I understand, and... thank you, the food was delicious."
As he watched the figure in the shadows slowly move towards Navia, Xu Ning couldn't help but take a sip of his drink and shake his head.
"So it turns out that not only is the food for the guards inedible, but even the Fools can't get a decent meal here? What kind of gourmet city is this?!"
After Xu Ning revealed his true colors, he looked towards the judge's bench again. Fu Ningna, who had been feeling extremely guilty just moments before, had once again activated her "King Mode".
"My dear subjects, my loyal viewers, what a dramatic scene! Now all the doubts are resolved, aren't they?"
“Linnie, you did not participate in the dissolution murder, but went to the basement. After all, your accomplice Cowell could do what we mentioned earlier. However, when you returned, you wanted to take all the credit, so you knocked Cowell unconscious and used the water tank to cover up the traces to complete the second murder. What else do you have to say in your defense?”
This new evidence undoubtedly left Kong and Linni and the others at a loss, not knowing how to refute it for a moment.
Furina finally smiled triumphantly, "This is the final act of the performance. Over there, the noble, universally revered Supreme Judge, may you now...?"
"Can't!"
A delicate, crisp voice abruptly interrupted Funina's words.
Xu Ning smiled as he watched the yellow figure emerge. Had Navia still made this choice?
That's good too; at least this way there's a possibility of further cooperation in the future.
Violet, however, frowned slightly, seemingly surprised that Navia would step forward.
"Miss, please respect the order of the trial and refrain from making loud noise."
Navia glanced at Navelette, seemingly unimpressed by him. "Don't rush me. I have my reasons for stepping forward. Great Magician, how about we try again with that failed magic performance? What if we can conjure up the missing girl? Wouldn't that bring the truth to everyone's eyes?"
Linni gave a wry smile. "How could there possibly be such magic?"
“Why not give it a try?” Navia clapped her hands, and Miles and Silver pushed a box onto the stage. “After all, our Rose Society has already made arrangements for you, who are troubled.”
Linni nodded. "I understand."
With a snap of Linni's fingers, a girl who hadn't been seen for two days stepped out of the box.
"How is this possible? Isn't this the missing Helsey?"
"Sure enough, I knew the idea that people can dissolve was a lie. There's no way such a thing could happen!"
The venue erupted again. Aside from the majority of surprised people shouting "impossible!", a small number of audience members said they were sick of the drama and asked when it would end.
"Um, I'm sorry, let me clarify first. She said I could redeem myself and get a lighter sentence, so I decided to come out and testify. Cough, where should I begin... Sigh, anyway, I'm sorry, I killed Cowell."
"what?"
Funina felt like the sky was falling. "Ahhh, why is this happening?"