New Gods of North America.

Chapter 287 Different
Wayne originally thought that Inissa and Lina would invite Miss Olivia over alone.
This also makes it easier for everyone to discuss the "private matters" of the Beyonders.

Unexpectedly, in the end, several horse-drawn carriages drove into the detective agency's yard, and a group of beautiful girls got off.

Well, that’s not how I describe it…

In addition to Miss Olivia, there were also Miss Russell, Miss Mary, and a young lady who was quite beautiful but unknown.

And a bunch of maids and bodyguards who were familiar with the place - probably all from the Fisk family. After they took their positions, they all found places to stay or went to the kitchen to ask the chef for help.

“This is Yurenka, the daughter of Mr. Andre who currently teaches painting courses at our academy.”

Miss Olivia was quite familiar with the detective agency and everyone else, so she was quite casual when they met.

After saying hello, he introduced the young lady to Wayne.

Wayne then took the opportunity to say hi to the young lady.
The little girl smiled and nodded in response.

Yurenka looks about the same age as Emma, maybe a year or two older.

To use an analogy, if Emma is considered the "first and second grade" in elementary school, then Yurenka is probably the "third and fourth grade" in elementary school.
However, Yurenka's figure has begun to grow, her chin has become pointed, her brown blonde hair is straight, she has big eyes, a straight nose, red lips and white teeth. As long as she doesn't grow crooked, she will be a little beauty in a few years.

She is the type that can no longer be considered a "cute loli", but if a man regards her as an attractive "woman", he will definitely be regarded as a beast in this era.

Miss Olivia tilted her head.
Miss Russell also became more relaxed, not as "pretentious" as she had been at the dance, as if she was visiting a friend's house:
"Wow, is this Mr. Wayne's detective agency? It looks pretty special."

Miss Mary was still quite particular about etiquette, so Wayne greeted her in a relatively formal manner.

Inissa and Lina also got off the carriage over there.

Hearing this, Lina waved to Miss Russell and the others, “Come, I’ll show you around.”

So the two ladies took their "classmates" around, and Wayne followed them.

Lina also called Emma out and asked her to play with Yurenka.

To be honest,

Compared to the manors of the rich, the decoration of the detective agency can only be regarded as "simple".
However, this kind of industrial-style decoration originally focuses on "roughness" and "simplicity". Once you accept this setting, the temperament will appear very unique.

Miss Olivia was not surprised.
Miss Russell looked fresh and tried to understand it from an artistic perspective.
Miss Mary curled her lips slightly, probably because she couldn't appreciate it.

The only thing that slightly shocked Miss Mary was the small iron cabinet in the reception room.
There were several different kinds of alcoholic beverages and tobacco products stuffed inside, arranged neatly but looking messy:
"Such fine wine and cigars, you keep them like this?"

There were also some expensive wines sent by Ian Fisk and cigars sent by the mayor.

Wayne could only shrug his shoulders and show a frank attitude of "I am a barbarian too".

During the visit, Wayne also took the time to secretly complain to Lina, "I asked you to make an appointment with Miss Ovelia, why are there so many people?!"

Lina decisively evaded the reality: "They usually move together in the academy and can't be separated at all. And meeting an unmarried lady without her parents' consent is equivalent to preparing to elope in the circle of ladies and young ladies. Knowing that you will also be there in the future, Miss Olivia can't say no to them, okay?"

So living in a dormitory is troublesome.
If Miss Olivia had come from the manor herself, this probably wouldn't have happened.

The following dinner was a great success for both the host and the guests.
The main reason was that the housekeepers and maids who came to help were professional enough, and the various cream desserts made by chef Parker were very popular among the ladies.
Later, seeing that Miss Russell was interested, Lina tricked her into visiting the shooting range. Miss Olivia cooperated and said that she sprained her ankle. Miss Mary hesitated for a moment before accompanying Miss Russell.

Wayne and Inesa took Miss Olivia to the reception room. The door was not closed, and the housekeeper tactfully asked the maids to keep their distance.
This is the chance to talk about business.

Miss Olivia was not surprised that Wayne was also a Beyonder, and seemed to be vaguely aware of the relationship between the detective agency and the church.

So when Wayne came out with the name of Bishop Corleone,
Miss Olivia was only slightly surprised:

"Father did remind us to keep a low profile in Virginia, saying that the bishop was quite powerful. But does he want to clean up the different factions in his own diocese?"

Wayne quickly denied:

"Our detective agency's current investigation is to understand the living conditions of wild Beyonders in the academy, and it is not targeting anyone.

"So we are curious about your current communication with the academy church, Miss Olivia. We also want to confirm with your cooperation whether Reverend Pycelle is performing his duties normally in accordance with the requirements of the diocese."

Miss Olivia thought for a moment:
“In fact, I’m also wondering how Reverend Pycelle noticed me. After all, even Butler Henry didn’t notice that I was different.

"However, Reverend Pycelle has mainly been understanding my current situation during this period. He also told me some of the parish's management requirements for the 'Fallen'. He also occasionally talked about life in the academy and said that he could provide me with some help when needed. He did not involve other people, nor did he ask me to do anything else."

"Did he ask you to take any medicine? For example, in the name of stabilizing the condition or something like that?" Wayne asked.

Miss Ovelia shook her head, "No."

Wayne thought for a moment:
"Perhaps because of the Fisk family, Reverend Pycelle will be relatively friendly to you. But there is evidence that he seems to have private communications with hidden organizations, and he may adopt a different management model for Extraordinary people from ordinary families. Perhaps it is not so fair.

"Miss Olivia, are you willing to assist us in our investigation?"

"Members of the family cannot intervene in political disputes without permission."

Miss Olivia frowned slightly at first, then relaxed her brows. "But if it's just me who participates and cooperates with you in some small insider investigations, then I'm willing to help you. But I have one condition."

"Please say."

"Mr. Wayne, what is your extraordinary ability?"

Well?
What is this requirement?
Wayne then took out a dried corn kernel from the cupboard and performed the "Freshly Fried Corn Crumbles" again.

Really, it would be nice if I could make popcorn.
At least I can still eat, and I don’t have to sweep the floor…

Miss Olivia widened her eyes a little, as if she found it very interesting.
Then she smiled slyly, "According to the rules Miss Inessa told me, fellow Beyonders must tell each other about an ability. Unfortunately, I don't have any abilities that I can use at the moment, so I don't have any to show you."

(End of this chapter)