CH 100

Duke Wilson frowned when he heard what Butler Chris said, “What’s going on here?” Colonel Mel could be regarded as his confidant, and he was a little surprised that he was now involved in the murder.

“I don’t know the details.” Butler Chris’ expression also looked a little ugly, “I just heard that Sister Eliza, who died unfortunately, had a very close relationship with Colonel Mel. On the day he went to visit her, she was found dead in her bedroom and it is said that…” Butler Chris’ expression softened a little when he said this, “It is said that her death was very tragic, so tragic that even the most experienced coroners in our town have sympathy for how she died.”

Duke Wilson’s expression looked bad when he heard this. Colonel Mel can be regarded as his confidant, if he is really involved in this case, it will be very difficult for him…

“Okay, I see. You let Mel come to see me immediately. I have something to say to him.” Duke Wilson’s expression was gloomy. It was useless to say anything now, he still had to take precautions early.

Butler Chris left to carry out the order. Evan and Duke Wilson got into the first carriage and little Edward was carried by the servant and sat in the second carriage.

As soon as he got into the carriage, Evan said, “Charles, I know this Sister Eliza.”

“What?” Duke Wilson looked at Evan in surprise. Although nuns belong to the same category as priests, nuns are Catholic and Evan is an authentic Protestant priest, the two religions are almost at odds.

“Have you talked to her before?” Duke Wilson looked at Evan curiously. He didn’t expect that Evan, who had never been close to women, would even know the nun.

Evan smiled, “No, it’s not what you imagined. I heard Colonel Mel mention this nun before I went to London.”

“Mel?” Duke Wilson frowned. His confusion got deeper and deeper, what did Mel have to do with this matter?

He asked, “Does he know this nun?”

Evan sighed and said, “He doesn’t just know this nun.”

Then he told Duke Wilson about what Mel had asked him to do before. The Duke frowned and thought for a long time before finally saying, “Who do you think that mysterious man is? It could be Mel. Do you think so?”

“I’ve thought about it before.” Evan said in a low voice, “But you know that Colonel Mel is married and I can’t believe that he would do such a dishonorable thing.”

Using a friend as an excuse to tell a story, in Evan’s previous life, he knew very well what it meant. But now, the poor nun is dead, and she died on the day Colonel Mel went to visit her, such a coincidence. What happened undoubtedly aggravates the suspicions against Colonel Mel. If he really did it, then it would be too sad.

“You are so naive.” Duke Wilson sneered, “Although such behavior is immoral and shameless in your Bible, in the eyes of the nobles, it is nothing at all. Although a person has a flexible mind and can be regarded as self-cultivating, if this kind of thing happens, he might get hotheaded.” Thinking of this, the Duke gritted his teeth, if Colonel Mel was really involved in this matter, then it is time for him to prepare.

Evan looked at Duke Wilson’s thoughtful look, so he didn’t say any more. He knew very well that someone like Duke Wilson would handle this matter properly.

Duke Wilson’s carriage finally stopped in front of Evan’s church cottage. Evan was about to go down, but was suddenly grabbed by Duke Wilson.

“Are you really not going back to Cornwall Manor with me?” He looked at Evan expectantly, his tone as gentle as water.

Evan’s heart skipped a beat, only feeling a slight numbness in his fingertips.

“Charles.” He stroked his face with the other hand, and said softly, “You know, Delanlier is a small place. If you want to see me, you can do so anytime.”

Duke Wilson, knowing the meaning of Evan’s words very well, felt a little lost in his heart. He lowered his eyes and did not let go of Evan’s hand.

Seeing him like this, Evan smiled, “I know what you think, and I want to live with you too, but I’m still a priest now…” Speaking of which, Evan paused awkwardly and stopped talking.

But Duke Wilson raised his head and looked away, with a trace of anxiety in his eyes, “Don’t be afraid, it’s nothing. I will take care of this matter, don’t worry.” He released his grip on Evan’s arm while talking, “Then we will see you tomorrow.”

Evan looked at his tightly pursed lips and his heart moved slightly. He lowered his head and kissed his forehead, then turned around and got out of the carriage immediately.

He walked towards his slightly humble hut, his face was as calm as frost, but he was secretly excited because of his actions just now. Although it was not the best time for them to live together, seeing Duke Wilson like this made Evan feel very satisfied.

At this time, Duke Wilson was sitting in the empty carriage, looking at Evan’s back with a dull look. He raised his hand and touched his forehead, the scorching touch made him shrink his palm back. It was obviously such soft lips, but he was so excited that he couldn’t help himself, his whole body was burning like a fire was lit inside.

Listening to the sound of hooves kicking outside the carriage, Duke Wilson finally returned to the Cornwall Manor while he was in a trance.

Little Edward was carried upstairs by the servants, while Duke Wilson sat in the empty living room, lost in thought.

A quarter of an hour later, Butler Chris finally came in. Looking at the almost sluggish Duke Wilson, he was taken aback, but he didn’t dare to delay Duke Wilson’s affairs and hurried forward to report.

“My lord, Colonel Mel is here.” Butler Chris tried to keep his tone within a very calm range.

Duke Wilson recovered from his thoughts, pursed his lips unnaturally and said, “Let him come to the study on the second floor.” After speaking, he stood up and went upstairs.

Butler Chris was a little surprised by the Duke’s attitude, but he didn’t dare to say anything, so he turned around and went out to deliver the message.

And Duke Wilson also quickly adjusted his state in this short period of time. By the time he heard the knock on the door of the study, his mood had already recovered by half.

“Come in.” With Duke Wilson’s slightly hoarse voice, Colonel Mel, led by Butler Chris, entered the Duke’s study.

It has been nearly a month since the Duke saw Colonel Mel last, but Duke Wilson was still taken aback by Colonel Mel’s state at this time. His pale cheeks, dejected demeanor and the strands of silver in his hair. Duke Wilson couldn’t believe that the person standing in front of him was actually the well-mannered Colonel Mel.

“What’s going on with you?” Duke Wilson frowned habitually. No matter what he was involved in, Colonel Mel’s state was too bad.

“Master Duke.” Colonel Mel saluted the Duke honestly, but his weakness could still be seen from his slightly shaking body, “I’m sorry that you have to see me in such a state.”

“Don’t say these things ” Duke Wilson was too lazy to talk to him, and asked directly, “What is the relationship between you and that nun?”

“You already know.” Colonel Mel twitched the corners of his mouth in embarrassment, without the slightest surprise on his face. Well, Delanlier is the territory of Duke Wilson, and he never expected that he could deceive Duke Wilson’s eyes and ears.

“Eliza is an old friend of mine. I really can’t do anything like this to her…” Colonel Mel suddenly buried his face in his palm, his tone trembling.

Seeing his appearance, the suspicion in Duke Wilson’s heart became more and more firm. He paused slightly and said, “Is the man you mentioned who is in love with Sister Eliza yourself?” He looked straight at Mel, not planning to give him any chance to prevaricate.

Colonel Mel felt a little guilty when he saw Duke Wilson’s gaze. He knew that he could not lie in front of the Duke. This was a very dangerous thing, so his already weak psychological defense collapsed.

“Oh, my lord duke, you are right, that is me, this is really embarrassing, I didn’t expect… I didn’t expect…” He replied loudly with a pained expression, and then turned his face to the side before he lost his composure. But Duke Wilson still saw the sparkle in the corner of his eyes.

“You are so confused!” Duke Wilson’s voice was very severe, he was not merciful because of Colonel Mel’s truthful confession.

“You already have a wife, and this woman is a nun. How can you do such a dishonorable thing!” Duke Wilson stood up from his chair like a violent lion at this time, walking around very angrily.

Colonel Mel’s current situation is really dangerous and urgent, he is already on the edge of a cliff and if he takes one more step, he may be doomed.

“Did you tell the sheriff who is investigating this matter?” Duke Wilson turned around and asked him abruptly.

Colonel Mel looked at Duke Wilson in a daze, and moved his lips slightly, “No.”

The Duke’s eyes turned cold for a moment. Colonel Mel saw that something was wrong, and immediately explained, “My lord, it’s not that I don’t want to tell Sheriff Chandler, it’s just that since Eliza died that day, he has regarded me as a suspect. My wife, dear Katrina, has always been by my side and supported me. How can I say these words? In fact, every time Sheriff Chandler came to question me, I wanted to tell him directly. How could I kill Eliza if I loved her so much? But every time I saw Katrina’s face, I really couldn’t say it.”

As he spoke, Colonel Mel’s expression looked even more painful.

But Duke Wilson looked at him with a look of slight disdain in his eyes. He had never realized before that Mel was such a weak person, he couldn’t even tell the seriousness of things because of the love he has for his mistress.

“This matter will be found out sooner or later.” Duke Wilson’s tone was very cold, “Chandler is not a fool. Since he is coming after you, it means that he has doubts about you. Hiding it from him and telling such a stupid lie, do you think he will let you go easily? Say stupid things like an old friend, can Chandler not understand how many times you have visited her a week? As long as it is clear, will the relationship between you and her be as secretive as you imagined?”

Colonel Mel looked at Duke Wilson in a daze, as if he was at a loss.

Duke Wilson frowned in disgust. He didn’t expect Mel to be so stupid.

“You can’t hide this matter. Tell him directly, maybe you can restore some of your image in his eyes…”

Before Duke Wilson finished speaking, there was an urgent knock on the door. Duke Wilson stepped forward to open the door and saw Butler Chris at the door in a little panic.

“Your Excellency, Sheriff Chandler is here. He is here to arrest Colonel Mel!”

Duke Wilson’s expression moved slightly and he turned to look at Mel, only to find that his face was already pale.