Secret: The Witch's House Traitor

After completing a period of hard training, Lin Nuo returned to Backlund with a new identity.

He used a fake identity obtained through Bernadette's connections.

A young man from the Kingdom of Feynapotter.

A devout believer of Mother Earth.

“This rain gives me a very good feeling.”

“No depression, no anxiety.”

“Instead, it’s peaceful, leisurely and tranquil.”

Lin Nuo uttered his first exclamation of praise since returning to Backlund.

The drizzling rain, the faint mist, the rows of gas street lamps that tried hard to show their hazy light, and the horse-drawn carriages passing through the streets from time to time together constituted the most common night scene in Backlund.

He had seen this scene many times before when he lived in Backlund, but at that time he was probably more concerned about how much pollution was mixed in this vague mist?

In addition to these, Lin Nuo, who was walking along the roadside wearing a thick windbreaker and holding an umbrella, noticed some gratifying changes.

Jingle Bell!

Amid the echoing crisp sound, a strange machine with only two wheels sped along the edge of the road and drove to the other end of the street. Its overall frame was black, but some parts were grayish-white steel, and under the light of the gas street lamps that penetrated the rain, it shone with the beauty of metal.

Sitting on top of the machine was a man in postal worker's uniform. He was pedaling with his legs constantly, looking very hardworking. A green-painted wooden box was tied behind him.

"The bicycle appeared so quickly. The promotion is really good. Why didn't the emperor invent the bicycle back then? He had too many big projects to take on and didn't care about this tiny profit?"

Lin Nuo looked at the passing bicycles and smiled gently.

A bicycle costs 3 to 5 pounds, and the average skilled worker can earn more than 1 pound 10 soli per week. If the product is well promoted, I believe that soon people will buy this decent luxury product.

"It's just that... we already have bathtubs and flush toilets, but no one has invented raincoats?"

Lin Nuo looked at the postman who was soaked all over with a strange expression.

Is the discovery of the raincoat also a remarkable innovation?

Even condoms that are essentially identical have been found...but there are no raincoats?

Lin Nuo couldn't help but laugh at Roselle.

Chapter 362: Reintegration into Backlund

Lin Nuo came to stay in a high-end hotel in the Hillston district. It cost 10 soli a night here. The word "high-end" often means that more gold pounds need to be paid to maintain this decency.

There are cheaper hotels as well. The most cost-effective way is probably to find a street girl. As long as you are willing to endure the relatively harsh environment, both of you can have a day off. Street girls don't need to work, and travelers can also find a place to stay at a low price.

Lin Nuo planned to go to Backlund Harvest Church the next day to find Bishop Utravsky and apply to be a volunteer in the church.

There's nothing wrong with him doing some volunteer work at Harvest Church when he has nothing to do.

The actual job is to help manage the assets of a shipping company owned by Becknade.

This was not a food route Jason had opened up in Fenerbüht.

As the former eldest princess of Intis, Bernadette controls too many patent projects and business operations left by Roselle.

In addition to the mysterious queen's huge influence on the sea, she naturally has an import and export trading company in Backlund.

Lin Nuo is a useless second-generation manager who was parachuted in through connections. He has a lot of say but does not do any real work. He is just kept in the company like a parasite... a mascot who just wants to get by.

He chose to return to Backlund in a new skin in order to keep some distance from Anna Lawrence and others.

Otherwise, given Amon's moral integrity, it would be normal for the tragedy of Hazel's family to be repeated in Lin Nuo's family.

"An Angel King that's watching closely is quite annoying."

"I hope Mr. Fool can lead Amon away."

Lin Nuo prayed silently in his heart.

On the second day, Lin Nuo arrived at the Harvest Church in the southern part of Backlund early.

He found the tall Bishop Utravsky and told him his request:

"Bishop Utravsky, can I serve as a volunteer in the Harvest Church?"

"Of course, kid, what's your name?"

Bishop Utravsky would naturally not refuse such a request. He smiled kindly and did not look like a pirate at all.

The pirate personality of the past has been killed forever.

"There are actually people who would volunteer in this small church?"

Emlyn looked up and down at this strange yet familiar young man and spoke in a very strange tone.

When you say this, could you please stop wiping the counter with your hands and talk to me so confidently?

"My name is Norton. I am a devout believer in the Mother Goddess. I hope to do something for the church in my free time to gain joy and satisfaction from the bottom of my heart."

"Praise you, great mother."

Lin Nuo turned to Emlyn and gave him a friendly smile. He interlaced his fingers, placed his palms in front of his mouth and nose, and made the same gesture as if praying to the Mother Earth.

"Praise you, great mother."

Bishop Utravsky also looks forward to it devoutly.

Lin Nuo looked at Emlyn with a somewhat confused look.

Why don't you do it? Aren't you a believer in Mother Earth?

Emlyn felt a little uncomfortable when Lin Nuo looked at him. He felt that it was a bit embarrassing for him as a senior, and he didn't dare to publicize the ancestor of the blood clan in front of two devout believers of the Mother Goddess of the Earth.

He had no choice but to put on the same posture of praying devoutly to the Mother Goddess of the Earth, and moved his lips gently to confess his sins to Lilith, the ancestor of the blood clan.

He, Emlyn, would never betray his ancestor and pray to the Earth Mother, a god that humans believed in, even if he starved to death or jumped off the roof of the church.

After Emlyn finished preparing himself mentally and praying to Lilith, he raised his chin slightly and looked at Lin Nuo proudly.

"Mr. Emlyn, if I do something not good enough in the future, I hope you can point it out to me."

Lin Nuo looked at Emlyn as if he were a senior and said.

"Hmph, watch and learn more. I don't have that much time to instruct you."

Emlyn hugged his shoulders and spoke harshly, but the glances he gave from time to time seemed to say that it was okay if you beg me.

"Yes, Mr. Emlyn, I still have a lot to learn from you."

Under the encouraging gaze of Bishop Utravsky, Lin Nuo successfully made a vampire friend with his new identity.

Although...he always had a strange sense of déjà vu as if he was lying to a child.

But there is nothing wrong with enjoying a leisurely life of solitude and wealth.

Although Lin Nuo did not arrange all the servants, houses and other facilities that a noble should have.

But he didn't treat himself badly.

......

5 month 14 day.

Saturday night, 8 o'clock.

Lin Nuo put on a formal dress and took his own carriage, which took two and a half minutes to arrive at Congressman Macht's home at 39 Böklund Street.

He was invited here, and it was not difficult to contact Hazel in advance to ask for a place to attend the banquet.

Glancing at the fountain pool where the sound of water reflected the lights, Lin Nuo had a clear judgment on the advancement and backwardness of this best era. In fact, he had to thank a certain unknown gourmet. It was really great that the food in the Kingdom of Loen was not just potatoes, beef, and bread like Dai Ying's.

At least even Mr. Fool, who held the Tarot Club in the early days, dared to put a plate of Fenapot noodles in the corner of the room when Rune openly asked for prayers.

Since he was considered half a church member, Lin Nuo at least considered himself a member of the Church of Mother Earth, so he did not bring any servants with him, and he only carried the gifts himself, without the same pomp and circumstance as other guests.

For example, the Dwayne Dantès mentioned above was created based on the appearance of Dunn and Azik.

His eyes are like Dunn's, his height and skin color are like Azik, his facial features are quite attractive, and he has a mature and elegant temperament. Behind him is a servant carrying an exquisite gift. He looks like a classic upper-class person.

The gift you brought to the party was a bottle of beautifully packaged Southville red wine?

We have known each other for such a long time and you have never given me such a high-quality red wine!

Lin Nuo didn't show any expression on his face, but in his heart he was secretly wondering how Mr. Fool felt when he was in debt and had to attend all kinds of money-wasting banquets, afternoon teas, and salons again and again?

Lin Nuo originally didn't like these kinds of interactions, but considering that this might increase his experience and that human nature is more stubborn, he decided to try them selectively to see the effect.

After entering the gate, Congressman Mori Macht and his wife Ms. Liana came to greet us.

The former was wearing an olive green army officer's uniform, and the latter was wearing a yellow non-stand-up collar long skirt, revealing her white neck and half of her shoulders.

Although the visit of the newcomer Lin Nuo seemed a bit presumptuous, it was not difficult to reproduce some of 0-08's abilities in advance and arrange the ideas of two ordinary people.

What's so difficult to understand about a young foreign businessman actively participating in various social activities to expand his network after arriving in Backlund?

"This is holy water prepared by the clergy of the Harvest Church that can improve physical condition. I hope you like it."

Lin Nuo deliberately mentioned the Harvest Church to find a good excuse for not bringing servants.

He was a pious and temperate clergyman, not a nouveau riche businessman.

"Thank you for the gift."

Macht glanced at the small bottle in his hand and saw the mark of the Mother Earth on it. He handed it to his personal servant and nodded with a smile.

Regardless of the value of this gift... just from the perspective of a clergyman... the gift was definitely thoughtful, although this did not conform to the unspoken rules of Loen's upper-class social scene, where domestically produced alcoholic beverages were the most popular choice.

"I specifically asked a very capable gentleman to help me configure this."

"It will add a lot to your brilliant light, madam."

After greeting the host, Lin Nuo looked at Madam Liana and smiled.

Lin Nuo's super affinity worked. Lady Liana was very satisfied with Lin Nuo's gift, mainly because she was satisfied with the beauty and anti-aging effects of the potion that he implied with the name of the archbishop as a guarantee.

Seeing her slightly raise her right hand, Lin Nuo took a step forward, took her hand, bent down and gave it a kiss:

"Your heart is as quiet and gentle as the night."

The hostess's willingness to extend her hand and kiss the hand was tantamount to her recognition of the guest, so Lin Nuo's first stop in integrating into Backlund was successful.

"You feel the same way in your heart," Lady Liana responded with a smile.

Then, the couple led Lin Nuo through the porch and into the hall, where the melodious tune was already echoing.

After walking a few steps forward, Mori Macht pointed at a girl in a sky blue dress and said:

"My daughter, Hazel."

Hazel Macht, a lady with long wavy dark green hair and bright dark brown eyes, is a proud girl wandering in the sewers.

Lin Nuo smiled and saluted:

"Good evening, Miss Hazel."

"Good evening, Mr. Nord...Norton."

Hazel Macht glanced at the dream glove on Lin Nuo's left hand and deliberately used an indistinguishable tone to blur Lin Nuo's name to tease him.

Meanwhile, Dwayne Dantès, who was holding a glass of light golden champagne not far away, felt a little annoyed when he saw that Miss Hazel, who had a dull expression and arrogant eyes and could only respond with a polite smile, actually smiled provocatively and playfully at Lin Nuo.

He originally thought that Lin Nuo was looking for him.

So...Lin Nuo came to see Miss Hazel?

When did these two people know each other?

"I didn't realize you were once a major, Senator."

Lin Nuo asked curiously when he saw the shoulder straps of Congressman Macht.

"Haha, that's nothing. There are many opportunities to establish merit in East Balam."

Maury Macht responded modestly.

"Isn't East Balam relatively stable? I heard that some people in Backlund who were looking for wealth moved to East Balam and bought their own manors."

Lin Nuo took this opportunity to inquire about some news about East Balam.

"East Balam is only as stable as West Balam. In fact, our officers still face many difficult tests. The climate there is very uncomfortable. We feel like beef on the grill when we are there."

Congressman Macht was clearly eager to tell the boys about his heroic experiences in the military, especially as he could also establish himself as a father to his daughter.