Fontaine is one of the wealthier nations among the Seven, but its wealth mostly belongs to the nobles and a few large merchants.
The commoners living at the bottom, even with all their hard work and sweat, often find it difficult to change their fate.
Moreover, with the development of the times, the class structure is constantly solidifying, and the gap between the rich and the poor is continuously widening.
In the slums, the streets present a scene of dilapidation and desolation.
Old houses, uneven roads, and discarded waste materials are everywhere, silently telling of the hardships and helplessness here.
The pedestrians on the road walk in a hurry, their faces full of life's vicissitudes and fatigue.
To make a living, they have to toil day after day, but often only earn meager incomes.
A middle-aged woman with a sallow complexion was carrying a freshly bought black bread, quickly crossing the streets and alleys with her head down.
She looked around from time to time, her eyes revealing a hint of vigilance.
Finally, she stopped in front of a dilapidated small house and gently and rhythmically knocked on the rickety door.
"Who is it?"
A clear and melodious girl's voice came from inside the house.
The middle-aged woman said in a low voice, "It's me."
The middle-aged woman lowered her voice, answering in a voice that only the two of them could hear, "It's me, open the door."
With a slight rustling sound, the door slowly opened, and a delicate and lovely girl appeared in the middle-aged woman's sight.
She had a head of fiery red hair, scattered over her shoulders, shining brightly.
And those crystal clear eyes, like the brightest stars in the night sky, sparkled with agile light.
The middle-aged woman, carrying the black bread, quickly stepped into the house.
The girl vigilantly glanced at the situation outside the house, then quickly closed the door tightly and locked it.
The middle-aged woman placed the black bread on the old table, facing the girl, and said with concern, "Miss Lindsay, you really should go home.
I secretly went to see your father today, and he looked like he aged ten years overnight."
Upon hearing this, a trace of hesitation flashed across the girl's face, but when her eyes met the middle-aged woman's haggard and sad face, her determination became firm again.
"Mrs. Elsa, if I choose to go back, then all our previous efforts will be in vain.
Eva's disappearance will also forever remain an unsolved mystery."
After hearing her words, Elsa said gratefully, "Miss Lindsay, thank you so much."
Lindsay shook her head gently, "Don't thank me anymore, Eva is also my good friend. I sincerely hope she can come back soon."
Elsa sighed deeply, her heart had gradually accepted the cruel reality that Eva might not be able to return.
Now, her only wish is to find the murderer who harmed Eva and bring him to justice.
"I really hope the truth can come to light soon," Elsa murmured to herself, her tone revealing a hint of helplessness and anticipation.
"Don't worry," Lindsay comforted confidently, "The West Factory has intervened in the investigation, and I believe the truth will come out soon."
Elsa couldn't help but ask with some doubt, "Are you so trusting of the West Factory? I heard many people are saying that the West Factory can solve cases entirely by extracting confessions through torture."
"Humph!" Lindsay snorted disdainfully, "Those rumors are just the nobles slandering the West Factory.
Chief Detective Ophelia of the West Factory is a top agent from the Maison Gardiennage, and she has solved countless difficult cases.
As for the Director, Baron Yide, he is an even more remarkable figure.
He once successfully cracked the 'Anna Sisters Death Case,' which had puzzled countless Fontaine people, in just three days."
Speaking of this, Lindsay's tone was full of admiration and respect for Lin Yide.
In her eyes, Lin Yide is the embodiment of justice, a wise man who can solve all mysteries.
She paused for a moment, and continued, gesticulating excitedly, "Maybe, in a few days, he will come here to find us."
As soon as she finished speaking, suddenly, the door was interrupted by a gentle and rhythmic knock.
Lindsay and Elsa looked at the door at the same time, a trace of vigilance flashing in their eyes.
Lindsay quickly held up a finger and put it to her lips, making a "shush" gesture.
Seeing this, Elsa immediately understood and remained silent.
The knocking continued for a while, then stopped abruptly.
Just as the two of them were relieved, a cold and dignified voice suddenly came from outside the door.
"Lindsay, Elsa, open the door, I am Yide, the Director of the West Factory."
An unbelievable expression instantly appeared on Lindsay and Elsa's faces, they never expected that the West Factory could find them in such a short time.
In addition to surprise, their hearts were filled with joy.
The West Factory's rapid action undoubtedly proved their extraordinary ability, which meant that there was hope for solving the serial disappearance case of young girls, and Eva might also have a chance to return.
Lindsay opened the door, and saw Lin Yide, wearing a black uniform, standing in front of the door.
Beside him was Furina, with a look of surprise on her face.
"Miss Lindsay, you are really filial, do you know how worried your father Russell has been?" Lin Yide chided.
Lindsay playfully stuck out her tongue and replied mischievously, "Who told him to always be busy with socializing? Besides, don't I still have you? I know you will definitely find me."
Hearing Lindsay's words, Lin Yide couldn't help but feel some sympathy for Russell.
Russell must have been a Genshin Impact planner in his previous life, that's why he has such retribution as Lindsay in this life.
"Alright, Lindsay, you can go home now," Lin Yide said sternly, "The West Factory has officially taken over the serial disappearance case of young girls. Your purpose has been achieved."
Upon hearing this, a bright smile appeared on Lindsay's face, "Baron Yide, I believe you will definitely solve this case."
Lin Yide didn't bother with this "filial" daughter anymore.
Instead, he walked straight into the house and firmly promised the haggard Elsa, "Mrs. Elsa, don't worry, I will definitely bring the murderer to your presence and make him wish he were dead!"
Elsa was already in tears, and she excitedly wanted to kneel down and kowtow to thank him.
Lin Yide quickly stepped forward to support her, preventing her from taking further action.
He couldn't help but think of Dana, whose situation was similar to hers, and sighed at the hearts of parents everywhere.
Furina, who was outside the house, witnessed this scene, and her heart was deeply touched by sadness.
Afterwards, she and Lin Yide stayed in the house together, trying their best to comfort the heartbroken mother, Elsa.
After leaving Elsa's residence, both of them felt unusually heavy, and they walked silently along the way, each immersed in their own thoughts.
After walking for a while, Furina suddenly stopped, turned around, and said to Lin Yide with a solemn expression, "Yide, I beg you, no matter what, you must find the murderer in the serial disappearance case of young girls."
Lin Yide looked at her serious face and nodded firmly, "Fufu, don't worry. I will definitely find that murderer."