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Chapter 823

Chapter 823: Chapter 665, The Docked Ships Chapter 823: Chapter 665, The Docked Ships Central District, Association.

Early in the morning, a long queue had formed in front of the Association.

The attendees, carrying their backpacks and some holding breakfast bought from the roadside, nibbled as they waited in line.

For ordinary professionals, without a teacher to guide them and relying only on their own exploration, it was very difficult to progress.

Thus, these courses offered by the Association became extremely important.

“I wonder if today's lecture will cover watches.”

“I've disassembled over 20 of them and can't put them back together; if I delay any longer, the trade association will have my head.”

“It'd be even better if they could talk about some principles and operational patterns; perhaps then I could draw up the blueprints.”

A few people chatted softly.

A dwarf came closer and scoffed, “You all are the Mechanists from the trade association.”

The group glanced down at him briefly, saw his shabby clothes, and the bulging backpack, then deliberately ignored him and looked away.

The dwarf said outright, “What are you thinking? Never mind if the lecturer knows about watches or not, these are public lectures meant for newcomers and low-level Mechanists. How could they possibly discuss something like watches?”

Opera House.

With melodious music starting, the huge stage curtain slowly opened.

Behind the curtain, the scene depicted a noisy tavern, where patrons chatted and drank, and a maid in a blue long dress busily moved between tables, serving filled drinks.

Her voice was clear and ethereal, attracting everyone's attention amid the chaotic scene.

Squeak~!

The sound effect of a door opening played.

A figure in a black cloak appeared, scanned the surroundings, and walked to a corner of the scene to sit down slowly.

The maid quickly approached.

“Sir, what can I get you?”

The man casually pulled out two silver coins and tossed them onto the maid's tray, “I'll have a cocktail, and another drink for you, whatever you'd like.”

“Thank you, sir.” The maid smiled and quickly left to prepare.

Audience area.

“It starts from the tavern,” Mini said softly.

Robey added, “It was previously just an introduction to Miss Beni, not something that could be acted out.”

“Right,” Mini nodded.

Annette then said, “The lady playing the owner seems really serious with every line and motion.”

“But she acts quite well, just seems a bit shorter than the owner,” Mini tilted her head to look.

Wu Heng turned his head subtly, “Keep it down; it's not good if others hear.”

“Oh, right!”

Association members, watching from their spots.

Shi Yali watched the performance, “Is the Fifth Princess playing Wu Heng?”

“Yes, I had someone look into it, she has been rehearsing for the stage drama on the island and has been well-behaved.”

“Considering her young age, she's quite pitiful.” Xi Ligui looked over at her, “What we on Gold and Silver Island can do, is ensure her safety here on the island. We won't drag Gold and Silver Island into political strife because of her plight.”

“I know.” Shi Yali's gaze returned to the stage, “I must say, she's performing quite well; how come she mimics Wu Heng so accurately?”

“Let's not talk now; it's a crucial moment.”

The performance on stage continued relentlessly.

And as the plot progressed, everyone stopped talking and watched the unfolding story attentively.

A raging fire blazed fiercely; the actress playing Beni stood quietly at the front, dressed simply, her gaze resolute without a hint of fear.

Looking at the black-robed followers of the Evil Cult.

She revealed a mocking smile and said loudly, “Wu Heng will come back to avenge me, to avenge the dead villagers.”

After speaking, without waiting for the cult followers to approach, she walked straight into the fire and was engulfed by the flames.

A few sighs were heard from the audience area too.

Even though the story was familiar, it still evoked regret at this point.

Following that, the character playing Wu Heng appeared on stage, now wearing an even more magnificent Mage Robe, with tall and imposing Attendants behind him.

He found Beni's body and revived her.

Then he took revenge on those from the Evil Cult, killing all the villains in the story.

The story, being a short one, finished in just thirty minutes.

The actors bowed in thanks, and the curtain fell.

The performance ended.

The maid who had initially approached Wu Heng to discuss adapting the story, hurried over from the stage.

She bowed and said, “Lord Island Master, ladies.”

Wu Heng nodded with a smile, “The performance was very good, you all have a talent for this.”

Although not like those real bards, the fact that a group of tavern maids could perform to this extent was already commendable.

The woman looked somewhat excited, “Thank you, my lord.”

“Mini,” Wu Heng spoke to someone beside him.

Mini pulled out several bard scrolls and handed them over, “Lord Island Master has prepared these for you, hoping you will continue to work hard.”

The maid took them instinctively, “Thank you, my lord.”

Wu Heng left with his people, while behind them arose cheers and sobs from the women.

In the afternoon, at the Golden Sail Tavern.

Bard Saban finished reading the latest issue of the Great Detective story and gently sipped his tea.

The adaptation of the Great Detective play had greatly enhanced their reputation on the island.

Moreover, they had reached a partnership with the opera house to perform the Great Detective play there every three days.

This arrangement provided them, too, with a hefty income.

Yet, on regular days, they would still read newspapers and chat with others in the tavern.

Not only did the tavern provide him this job during his difficult times. It was also to maintain his popularity and keep up with the latest Great Detective stories for future adaptations.

“Ladies and gentlemen, tomorrow the alliance has a class for Mechanists, and those interested shouldn't forget to register; it's an opportunity Lord Island Master has secured for everyone.”

The audience nodded.

“I heard it's a requirement to join the Hongwen Alliance.”

“I heard about that too, they even want the Island Master to hand over the Elixir formula.”

“That's too much, it's little different from robbery.”

“Lord Island Master is such a good man…”.”

“It's always that writer who cuts corners, don't let me find out who he is.”

“Indeed, better for him to keep hiding.”

Just then, someone walked into the tavern and whispered a few words to Saban.

Saban nodded, and after the person left,

he announced, “Here's some recent news to share with everyone.”

The crowd went silent, all eyes on him.

Saban continued, “The play 'Blushing Maid Benny' adapted by the maids has been approved by Lord Island Master and will be performed at the opera house in a few days; I hope everyone will attend and support.”

“They really succeeded.”

“Previously, they asked me to perform as part of the Evil Cult, I… Ah! If only I had agreed.”

“I wanted to perform, too.”

Returning to the Island Lord's Mansion.

Wu Heng entered his study and turned on the air conditioning.

He glanced at Benny beside him, “How do you like your story? Are you satisfied?”

The ghosts also watched the play, only that they were invisible and didn't show themselves.

Moreover, today's story was adapted from Benny's experiences.

The protagonist herself was floating nearby.

Hearing Wu Heng's words, Benny said with a smile, “It's all thanks to Lady Glenda's great storytelling, and I'm not really that great; I was terrified at the time.”

“Any person would normally be scared, but you were very brave,” said Wu Heng.

Lady Glenda added, “Yes, braver than many higher-level professionals.”

“Exactly, I also think Sister Beini is so brave, like a hero,” Xiao Xiao chimed in.

“Thank you, everyone,” Benny thanked them and then flew closer to Wu Heng, “Thank you, Wu Heng, for taking me out of Black Stone Town.”

“And thank you for trusting me so much.”

Xiao Xiao shivered, “You two are so mushy.”

“I can't stand to watch this either,” said Glenda.

Embarrassed, Benny drifted to one side.

Thud, thud, thud~!

There was a knock at the door, and Mini's voice came through, “Master, Mrs. McIntosh has called and said she needs to speak with you.”

Wu Heng went downstairs and to the phone. He picked up the receiver.

“Hello.”

“Lord Island Master, this is 'McIntosh', there's important intelligence I need to report to you,” said a deep woman's voice from the other end.

“What is it?” Wu Heng asked.

The voice on the other end said straight away, “We have intelligence that at the port location, a cargo ship delivers tons of food every day, enough for nearly a hundred people; we suspect something might be off.”

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