Los Angeles Detective

Baggs Club.

A Spanish-style restaurant built on the coast, the restaurant is divided into two parts, indoor and outdoor.

Luke and Lilith sat at the open-air dining table and chatted, next door was the endless sea, the sea breeze was blowing, and the sound of the waves hitting the shore could be faintly heard, which was very healing.

Lilith picked up the wine glass, "Cheers."

"Cheers!" Luke also picked up the wine glass, took a sip, and savored the taste of the red wine.

After coming to Los Angeles, Luke also did as the Romans did, and gradually got used to drinking wine.

Lilith asked, "When do you think Detective Yarrow will catch the thief?"

Luke looked at the sea level, "This case is not very difficult, and the modus operandi is not very clever.

Inspector Yarrow made no progress in the investigation before, only because the other party misunderstood the suspect's motive for committing the crime, and always thought that the suspect wanted to steal the complete enamel gourd bottle.

Now that Inspector Yarrow has determined a new direction for the investigation, the progress of the investigation should be fast.

I guess it might come out tomorrow. "

Lilith rubbed her temples, "I'm relieved to hear you say that."

Luke picked up an olive and took a bite, "Your grandfather gave you the management of this club?"

"Yes." Lilith smiled, "Speaking of which, I have to thank you.

I gave part of the treasure we found on the unnamed island to my grandfather, and told about our treasure hunting experience. My grandfather was very happy to hear that, and asked me about the process and details of the treasure hunt like a child.

I haven't seen him so happy in a long time.

My grandfather also taught me that doing business is as much about exploring as treasure hunting.

I told him that as his granddaughter, a member of the Finn family, I have never lacked the spirit of exploration, and this treasure hunt is the best proof.

I made the old man happy, and he handed over the club to me. "

Luke asked enviously, "What do you mean I left it to you? Did you give it to you?"

"It's still too early to say this. Although my grandfather is old, he is in good health and has a clear mind...

What I have to do now is to take care of this club, which is the most basic.

If I can't even do this..." Lilith showed an expression that you understand.

Luke laughed, "It seems that being the heir of a big family is not easy."

"Yes, I have never managed a family business before, and I still have a lot to learn." Lilith said softly, "To be honest, I was a little flustered when I was suddenly parachuted into this position.

Especially the theft of the auction item made me very passive. If I don't handle it well, I will definitely be laughed at by those annoying ghosts at the next family gathering.

Thanks again for your help, my knight. "

Luke grabbed her white and tender palm, kissed the back of her hand, and raised his eyebrows, "It's not sincere to just thank you, you have to act."

Lilith smiled, "Since the auction was stolen last night, I haven't had a good rest, and now I can finally rest assured that I need to sleep well.

I don't have the energy to go crazy with you tonight. "

"What about tomorrow night?"

Lilith blinked her big eyes, "It depends on my mood."

Luke joked, "There is a saying in Huaguo that a rabbit dies like a dog, and I understand it now."

"Come on, I'm not the kind of person you said, why don't we talk about your compensation."

Luke picked up the red wine glass and clinked glasses with her, "The suspect of the theft has not been caught yet, so it's too early to say this."

Lilith took a sip of the red wine, "Captain Luke made a move, how could there be a suspect who couldn't be caught, let alone a small thief.

I believe in you. "

At this moment, a waitress came over and nodded, "Miss Finn, Mr. Li, your dinner is ready."

"Let's eat."

"Okay." After a while, several waiters came over with trays and put exquisite dishes on the table.

Paella, Iberian ham, Galician octopus, oxtail stew, fish soup, Spanish pork loin, Asturian stew, etc.

"Two, please take it easy."

After the waiters served the food, they left the restaurant one after another, leaving only two people in the open-air restaurant.

Luke asked, "Did you book the show today?"

"Yes, don't talk about the taste of the dishes, I value you very much." Lilith raised the wine glass, clinked glasses with Luke, and said with a smile, "How about the taste of the dishes? It's my first time trying vegetable."

Luke first ordered a piece of roasted pork loin. This thing tastes good when it’s hot. It smells burnt and soft, and there’s a faint smell of wine. “It tastes good.”

Lilith ate a mussel and nodded slightly, "It's okay."

Luke ate another piece of ham. The meat was soft, slightly chewy, and melted in the mouth; it was salty, sweet, and rich in taste, which was very suitable for drinking.

After tasting a few dishes, Lilith put down her fork and took a sip of red wine, "What do you think of these dishes?"

Luke nodded, "Except for the octopus, everything else is delicious. Generally speaking, it tastes good."

"Since Captain Li said so, let's keep him." Lilith smiled, "Let's talk about your salary, you can directly ask if you have any requirements."

"I came here for your sake, so it doesn't matter how much money you have." Luke showed a look like you looked at it.

Lilith leaned forward and said in a coquettish tone, "Is it okay if I don't give it?"

Luke shrugged, "Just take care of the meal."

"Ha ha……"

Lilith chuckled, "Your words are enough, I won't use my favor to save money for the club.

So, keep your free help for when I need it in the future. "

"I have two plans, the first plan is a consultant fee of US$500,000;

The second option was $450,000 in consultant fees, plus a year's membership to the Baggs Club. After Lilith finished speaking, she added, "I suggest you choose the latter, because the annual membership fee of the Baggs Club is usually around $100,000. "

"So expensive? Are there any services?"

"Membership is just a threshold to enter the club. In addition, you can stay in the club for free for 20 days within a year and enjoy all the public facilities and services, such as golf, gym, racetrack, buffet, etc.

As long as there are no additional services, basically you don't have to pay anything. "

After a little thought, Luke decided to choose the second option for two reasons.

The first is the issue of tax payment. Although it seems that the first plan is 50,000 US dollars more, it is before tax, and after tax, it is only more than 30,000 US dollars. Buying a club membership for a year with more than 30,000 US dollars is still Very good deal.

Among them, there are still 20 days of free stay. Luke is tired from work, so he can come here for vacation.

Second, the threshold of this club is very high. Those who can come here are either rich or expensive. It is still necessary for Luke to spend 30,000 US dollars to experience the life circle of the rich.

What's more, isn't making money just for enjoyment?

Luke smiled, "I'm here alone on vacation, can I invite you to have afternoon tea when I'm bored?"

Lilith said arrogantly, "If all the guests want to invite me for afternoon tea, then I don't have to do anything else every day.

However, you are an exception.

As long as I'm in a good mood, of course. "

"Why do you feel like you are very fickle?"

Lilith said indifferently, "Are there any women who are not fickle?"

Luke raised his glass and said with a smile, "Cheers to your emotional stability!"

...

next morning.

Luke woke up naturally, looked at the strange bedroom, and realized that this was not his new home, but the club's house.

Luke walked to the window, opened the curtains, the sun shone into the room, opened the window, and a breath of fresh air came in.

Luke also lives in a single-family villa. Outside the window is a separate courtyard, planted with many small purple and yellow flowers, which look vibrant and beautiful in the morning sun.

Luke stretched himself, washed up, changed into clean clothes, and went to the cafeteria to eat.

The dishes in the restaurant are very rich. Luke asked for a glass of milk, a cup of coffee, French fries, fried eggs, bacon, ham sausage, sandwiches, blueberries and oranges.

Luke ate very slowly, enjoying the leisurely time while enjoying the view from the window while eating.

Luke was halfway through breakfast when Lilith came and sat across from Luke with a plate, "Good morning."

"Eat so little?" Luke saw that Lilith's dinner plate contained only a fried egg, a vegetable salad and a cup of coffee.

"I just woke up and I don't have any appetite yet."

"Did you sleep well last night?"

"It's pretty good. If I wasn't woken up by the phone, I could sleep for another hour." Lilith took a sip of coffee, "By the way, I have good news for you. Inspector Yarrow has caught the thief who stole the enamel. of suspects.

Do you want to go and see it with me? "

"Why not?" Luke also wanted to know the suspect's motive.

After the meal, Luke and Lilith came to the auction venue again.

There were several police officers standing inside and outside the auction venue. Detective Yarrow and two men in handcuffs seemed to be identifying the scene.

Luke did not enter the auction venue immediately, but stood at the door to watch.

The same was true for Lilith, but she frowned slightly, looking at the two men in handcuffs with a look of surprise on her face.

Luke asked, "You know them?"

"Yes, the older white man was a member of the club, and I saw him at the auction that night.

The other man in handcuffs was a guest he brought. In my impression, he should not have been at the auction site at the time, and he was probably the one who met him outside. "

Ten minutes later, two white men in handcuffs were directly taken away by the police.

Nicolin Yarrow walked up to Luke and Lilith, and pointed to the backs of the two white men, "Those two guys are the suspects of stealing the auction items, and they have pleaded guilty."

Lilith asked, "How did you catch them?"

Nicolin Yarrow replied, "According to Captain Li's speculation, I changed the direction of the investigation and asked the guests at the auction venue again.

After verification, two suspects who met the characteristics of the crime were found.

I questioned the two of them separately, and with the testimony and confessions of eyewitnesses, the two men gnawed at each other.

I also found broken enamel, and the two of them have been convicted. "

Lilith asked curiously, "What is their motive for committing the crime?"

"Fred Conley, that older suspect, this guy is rich and a successful businessman.

He likes enamel porcelain very much, and also has a similar gourd vase enamel collection, which is very similar to the damaged gourd vase enamel.

After he heard that the club had similar enamel auctions, he rushed to the club to take pictures of the enamel colors and make a pair.

After he came to the club, he began to inquire about the situation of the enamel in many ways, and had contact with the owner of the damaged enamel.

What makes him depressed is that the price of the enamel color gourd bottle is far higher than expected, and he probably cannot afford it.

Therefore, before the auction house started, he made two preparations. If the auction price was not high and within his tolerance, he would buy the enamel paint and make a pair.

If the auction price exceeds his ability, he will steal the enamel by means of crime.

I have to say, this guy is indeed a bit crazy. "

Lilith asked, "What good would it do him to steal the damaged enamel?"

Nicolin Yarrow explained, "In his words, these two enamelled gourd vases are very similar, and it would be best if they could be paired together.

If you can't make a pair, the higher the quantity, the lower the price will be.

The smaller the quantity, the more cherished it is.

If the enamel color porcelain vase that was auctioned is destroyed, his enamel color gourd bottle is an orphan, and the collection value will be greatly improved. "

Luke said, "If you can't get it, destroy it."

Nicolin Yarrow nodded, "Yes, that's what he said."

In Luke’s view, the idea of ​​orphan product appreciation is a bit taken for granted. It can only be said that there is such a possibility. In the end, it depends on the buyer’s market.

Fred Conley's approach hurts others and does not benefit himself.

Luke felt that he initially wanted to make a pair of two enamel color gourd bottles, but unfortunately he was short of cash, the greater the hope, the greater the disappointment. The reason why he damaged the enamel color gourd bottles at auction was not only profit, but also revenge psychology.