Chapter 10 chapter Ten

Now, there is no doubt that William Stolitz has something to do with it!Now, we have real evidence, not speculation.Regardless of whether he acted personally or had an accomplice, he could not escape being involved in this matter, but we still don't know what method he used! "What doubts do you have, dear Vidal!" Captain Haralan cried, his voice trembling with anger. Mr. Staplek said nothing, knowing that there were many doubtful points in the case.Indeed, although the crimes of William Stolitz have been made known to the world, no one knows how he committed the crimes. Can we find out if we continue to investigate?

I, although Captain Haralan confronted me directly, I did not speak; what could I say? "Isn't it that shameless man who insulted my family and the Magyars' patriotic feelings by singing the "Song of Hate" in public? ... You heard him, though you didn't see him! ... I told You, though he has escaped our sight, there he is! . . . He is in the drawing-room! . . . This bouquet is stained by his dirty hands, and I will not let a leaf remain . . . " He was about to tear off the corolla when Mr. Stapler stopped him. "Don't forget, this is physical evidence," he said. "It's useful to keep it. I don't think it's over yet!"

Captain Haralan handed him the crown, and we went downstairs and searched all the rooms again, but found nothing. The gate on the steps and the fence gate are locked!The house has returned to its former desolate and deserted appearance.Mr Staplek ordered the two detectives to remain there and monitor the surroundings. We bade farewell to the Chief of Police, who had asked us to keep the search a secret, and headed down the boulevard to the Rothlich house. At that moment, my companion could no longer suppress his anger, and he swore viciously and shook his fists vigorously.I couldn't calm him down.I still hope that William Storitz has left Raz, and if he hasn't, finally knowing that his house has been searched by the police and that the flower crowns he stole or caused others to steal (I'm always skeptical of this) have been transferred. In the hands of the police, he will leave this place.

I had to persuade him: "Dear Haralan, I understand your anger...I know you want tit for tat, but don't forget that Mr. Staplek asked us to keep the discovery of the Corolla in Storitz's chamber a secret... " "My father... your brother... won't they ask about the results of this search?" "Definitely asked, let's just say we didn't find William Storitz...he must not be in Raz...I think that's quite possible." "Don't you tell them we found the wreath at his house?" "No . . . they ought to know, but Mrs. and Miss Rothlich needn't know . . . What good is it to mention that William Stolitz's name in their presence, just to worry them? ...it's the corolla, I said I found it in the garden of the mansion, return it to Lingmei!"

"Hmph!..." Captain Haralan yelled, "I'll find that bastard later!" "By the way... I believe Miss Mira will be very happy to see the lost corolla back!" Although he was unwilling, the captain still admitted that what I said made sense.It was then agreed that I should go to Mr. Staplek for the crown, and he would not refuse to give it back to me. However, I was anxious to see my brother, tell him what had happened, and even more anxious that his wedding be held as scheduled. As soon as we entered the servants ushered us into the studio, where the doctor and Mark were anxiously awaiting us, and before we had even crossed the threshold they asked what was going on.

How surprised and how angry they were when they heard that the wreath had been found in the house in the Rue de Kairy!Mark was furious and exposed!Like Captain Haralan, he wanted to teach William Stolitz a lesson before the law punished that villain. "He's not in Raz," he growled, "he's in Spremberg." I tried my best to persuade him, but the doctor had to help me persuade him. I insisted that William Stolitz must have either left Raz long ago, or must have been eager to flee upon hearing that his home had been searched.There is no doubt about it.Besides, there was no indication that he had fled back to Spremberg, and there was no trace of him there or elsewhere.

"Dear Mark," said the doctor, "from your elder brother's words, this is a very embarrassing affair for our family, and let it be. Don't mention it any more, it will soon be forgotten. " My younger brother held his head in both hands, feeling very sad, it was unbearable to watch.I feel all his pain!In order for Mira Rotelich to be Mira Vidal, I would rather lose a few years of my life! The doctor said he was going to see the Governor General.William Storitz was a foreigner, and the Governor would not hesitate to order his deportation.The most urgent task is to prevent the tragedy of the Rotelich family from happening again.Why bother to get to the bottom of it.As for William Stolitz's claim that he has superhuman abilities, no one will believe his gibberish.

I stress that this matter must be kept absolutely confidential from Mrs. Rotelich and her daughter.They had no way of knowing what the police were doing, and that William Stolitz must have been involved in the sabotage. My proposal for the Corolla was unanimously approved.Let's say Mark found it by chance in the garden.This is just a prank, and the real culprit will definitely be caught and given the punishment he deserves. On the same day I went to see Mr. Staplek at the city hall and told him what we had decided on the Corolla, and he gave it to me right away, and I took it home. In the evening we all sat in the living room, including Frau Rotelich and Mira.Mark went out for a while.When he came back, he shouted loudly:

"Mira... my dear Mira...look what I brought back for you!" "My wreath... my wreath! . . . " Mira cried, rushing at my brother. "The wreath . . . Mark?" asked Madame Rötlich, her voice trembling with excitement. "Yes..." said Mark again, "it's in the garden... I found it behind the bushes... and it's lying there..." "How could it be...how could it be?..." Madame Rötlich repeated. "Thank you...thank you, Mark dear," Mira said, tears welling up in her eyes. The days that followed were uneventful.Raz returned to his usual calm.Those in the know have been tight-lipped about the raid.William Stolitz's name was never mentioned again.Everyone waited patiently (should eagerly) for Mark and Mira's wedding day.

I spend all my free time walking around the city.Captain Haralan sometimes accompanied me.Now, we rarely take the Daiquiri out of town.But the gloomy house still fascinates us.It remained unoccupied and was watched by two detectives day and night.As long as William Stolitz showed up, the police would know immediately, and he would be arrested immediately. We quickly confirmed that William Stolitz was not home.At least for now, we haven't encountered him in the streets and alleys of Raz City. On May 9 the newspapers reported that Otto Storitz's birthday had been celebrated a few days earlier in Spremberg.I hurriedly showed this report to Mark and Captain Haralan.

The birthday commemoration ceremony attracted many crowds, not only the residents of the city, but also thousands of curious people in nearby cities and even Berlin.The cemetery can't accommodate so many people, and the cemetery is also crowded with black crows.As a result, many accidents occurred, and several people were squeezed to death.They failed to find a foothold in the cemetery that day, but occupied a nest in the cemetery the next day. You must have not forgotten that Otto Storitz was a magical figure both during his life and after his death.The superstitious masses expect miracles to happen.Something magical is bound to happen at the commemoration.At least, that Prussian scholar will get out of the grave. At that moment, even if everything in the universe is disturbed, the earth changes its trajectory and rotates from east to west. This abnormal movement will inevitably cause chaos in the entire solar system... …which is not surprising either! As a result, as the newspaper columnist wrote, the ceremony could not have been more normal... The tombstone did not explode... The dead did not leave his gloomy coffin... The earth continued to flow from west to east as it has since the creation of the world Spin! However, what caught our attention the most was the fact that Otto Storitz's son was in person at his father's birthday celebration in the newspapers, making us even more convinced that he was not in Raz... I hope this is his official statement: Never going back to Raz again, but I fear Mark and Captain Haralan will go to Spremberg to get him! ...My brother, maybe I can persuade him to calm down and give up this idea!On the eve of the wedding, he shouldn't have been in a frenzy of leaving Raz for Spremberg... But Captain Haralan... I was determined to keep an eye on his every move and call his father if necessary. Although the storm over the case has apparently subsided, the governor remains concerned.There is no reasonable explanation for those strange events, even if it is a clever magic trick, or there are other reasons, it has greatly disturbed the order of the city, and it is necessary to prevent such incidents from happening again. No wonder, therefore, how shocked the Governor was when the Chief of Police reported to his Excellency William Stolitz's embarrassing relationship with the Rothlichs, and his threats to the Doctor's family! When the governor learned of the results of the search, he decided to take measures against the foreigner. In short, the man or his accomplices were guilty of theft... If he has not left Raz, arrest him and put him in a cage In such a strong prison, see if he can escape from the prison room stealthily like he broke into the Rothlich's house! On that day, the Governor had the following conversation with Mr. Staparker: "What's new?" "No, my lord governor." "Is there any reason to believe that William Stolitz has returned to Raz?" "No." "Has someone been watching his house?" "Yes, 24/7 surveillance." "I wrote to the Budapest authorities. This case has caused too much repercussions. It is not worth it. Measures must be taken to control the development of the situation." "As long as William Storitz doesn't show up in Raz, we needn't worry," said the police chief. "According to reliable sources, he was in Spremberg a few days ago." "It is true, Mr. Staplek, who attended his father's birthday a few days ago. But he may be attempting to return to Raz, and his return must be prevented." "It's too simple, Lord Governor, since he is a foreigner, he only needs to issue a deportation order..." "This expulsion order not only prohibits him from entering the city of Raz, but also prohibits him from setting foot on the entire territory of the Austro-Hungarian Empire." The governor added. "Your Excellency, after receiving the deportation order, I will immediately notify all border checkpoints." The deportation order was issued immediately.As a result, the entire five countries of Austria-Hungary became a forbidden area for William Stolitz, and then his house was sealed up, and all the keys were handed over to the chief of police. This series of measures was taken to appease the doctor, his family and friends.However, the secret of this case is far from being revealed. Who knows if the day will come to light.