Enduring Light Investigation: Yingxing Street 6
Overview
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Gasoline x20 - First Clear Rewards: None
Guide
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Dongli Teahouse
The teahouse interior has an antique vibe with simple and elegant flair. It seems business is good, given how the place is bustling with guests.
An attendant shows you all to a central area where everyone takes their seats.
After a while, a middle-aged man dressed in simple attire walks over. He is smiling from ear to ear.
Mr. Shen: Oh my, what rare guests we have today. I apologize for not welcoming such esteemed guests earlier.
Marius: Do you... know us?
Mr. Shen: Surely you jest, President von Hagen. There's no one in Xuzhou Town that doesn't know the Association president.
Mr. Shen: I have been operating this teahouse in Xuzhou for many years. So it's natural that I know of Journalist Pearce, Consultant Wing, and Interpreter Richter.
Mr. Shen: But the person next to you... is a new face. You must be the Little Boss who just recently took over the Li Hotel?
In a few words, Mr. Shen showcases the extent of his intelligence network.
Marius: Mr. Shen, you are well-informed.
Mr. Shen: It's a teahouse after all. People come and go, so word travels fast.
Mr. Shen: From now on, the Little Boss will take over Boss Li, meaning I will rely on you for business.
Mr. Shen looks at you, his eyes full of flattery, which makes you uncomfortable.
You: Yes... if the opportunity presents itself.
Vyn: But we have not been served tea since we entered...
Vyn: Mr. Shen, that is no way to treat your guests, am I right?
Mr. Shen: Interpreter Richter is absolutely right. It is an oversight on my part. My deepest apologies.
Mr. Shen: I will ask the attendants to brew the finest Yunnan Black Tea. Please take a seat, and it will be served shortly.
With that, Mr. Shen apologizes by bowing slightly. He looks sincere.
After Mr. Shen leaves, everyone in the group looks around at the other guests and begins to discuss quietly.
Luke: People from all walks of life come and go here. It doesn't seem to be a good hiding place...
Luke: Did Boss Li entrust Mr. Shen with the important item like before?
Artem: According to the rumors, Boss Li is kind, calm, and cautious when making friends...
Artem: It's true Mr. Shen had business dealings with Boss Li, but I don't believe they had a deep friendship.
You: I don't think Uncle Li... would make friends with someone like that.
Marius: Where do we start? There's no way we're going to sit here drinking tea all night, right...?
Vyn: Remain calm.
Vyn: When Mr. Shen serves us tea, we can start probing.
You: Yeah, I think that's all we can do for now.
Shortly after, Mr. Shen arrives with tea, as well as many exquisite pastries.
He places the pastries on the table before serving the well-brewed tea to everyone...
The faint fragrance of tea mingles with the refreshing scent of the pastries, wafting directly to the tip of your nose.
You: That's a feast for the nose...
Mr. Shen: Indeed. This is the most famous tea we offer at the tea house. It pairs with our pastries perfectly.
Mr. Shen: Boss Li was also very fond of this tea. Little Boss, please have a taste.
At Mr. Shen's suggestion, you take a sip of your tea.
You: Yeah... that's quite lovely. Mr. Shen, did Uncle Li come here frequently?
Mr. Shen: No, not frequently—maybe a few times a month. He would sometimes discuss business with me.
You: Did Uncle Li come alone? Or perhaps... he met someone here?
Mr. Shen: Hmm... no, Boss Li preferred to drink tea alone.
Mr. Shen: Hold on... Little Boss, why are you asking so many questions about Boss Li? Are you looking for someone?
At this point, Mr. Shen seems to light up, his face filled with anticipation at the potential gossip.
You: No, I was just curious.
Just then, you see Luke wink at you. Artem, who is sitting next to him, speaks up.
Artem: It's good tea, but we have other matters to attend to.
Artem: Thank you for your kindness, Mr. Shen.
Mr. Shen: Ah? You guys are leaving already? Then this tea...
Marius: Rest assured, Mr. Shen. We'll be right back to pay for the tea.
Before Mr. Shen can say anything, the four of them lead you toward the entrance.
You: Eh, what happened? Why are we leaving so suddenly?
Vyn: When you were speaking with Mr. Shen just now, we were watching the other guests for their reactions.
Vyn: A guest at a table next to ours left in a hurry when he heard you mention Boss Li...
You: ...
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