Chapter 11:

Professor Layton, Emmy, Luke, and Flora sat around a small table in a quaint sandwich shop called the London Perk. The Professor decided to visit it since it was new to town.

"Wow! This food is great!" Luke had already eaten through three chicken and bacon sandwiches and was halfway through a chicken salad sandwich.

Emmy, who had eaten a chicken caesar and a ham and cheese sandwich, added, "I agree." She then picked up an egg and mayo sandwich and began to eat.

Flora, who was satisfied with a cucumber sandwich, laughed at Luke and Emmy.

Layton shook his head the whole time, as he happily settled for one, simple chicken sandwich. "Will you two ever stop eating?" He asked.

"But Professor, we haven't even had dessert." Luke protested.

Flora laughed again. "I think you had enough for three desserts."

"For once, I think I'm willing to skip dessert," Emmy began. "Luke's eating is making me full." She winked in Flora's direction, causing a slight giggle from the young girl.

Luke paused. "You two are teaming up against me, aren't you?"

"What?" Emmy exclaimed.

"Why, we would never do that." Flora finished.

The two girls laughed some more as Luke frowned at his current opponents.

Layton laughed again, amused at the current battle brewing. Emmy was always known to stir up trouble with Luke. She couldn't go one day without teasing him.

"I did not!" Luke cried.

"Yes you did. I've never seen someone so small eat so much in my entire life! You ate more than I did, and you know I'm not a slim eater." Emmy explained.

"Emmy!" Luke pouted.

"Excuse me."

All eyes focused on the newest visitor.

"I'm sorry if I interrupted anything." Inspector Rowland stood by their table, envelope in hand.

"Oh, it's no problem at all." Layton calmly reassured her.

"Will you join us?" Flora politely asked.

"Yes, thank you." Rowland sat down in an empty seat beside Emmy. "I thought you might want to know the results of the envelope."

"Did you find any finger prints?" Luke asked.

"Sadly, no." Rowland paused. "It appears that whoever dropped this wanted you to find it. They did a good job of hiding any evidence of themselves on the letter."

"So, you didn't find anything?" Emmy asked.

"We did find traces of salt on the paper, but that doesn't tell us much, I'm afraid." Rowland placed the letter on the table.

"So, we still have no clue who is after Emmy?" Flora asked in a worried voice.

Rowland frowned, "At the moment, no. But I'm sure we will find out soon. In the meantime, I would like to volunteer myself to help you on your investigation."

All eyes on her. She continued. "I figured you would have a slight better chance if I accompanied you."

Layton thought about this for a moment. He then gave his opinion. "I don't see how that would be an issue. I'm sure extra help won't hurt. By all means, you can help in the investigation as well."

Rowland smiled, "Thank you. I'm happy to help in any way I can. Consider this compensation for not finding any evidence."

"Repaying us is not necessary madam, but assistance would be most helpful." Layton commented.

Inspector Rowland smiled. "So, shall we begin the investigation tomorrow?"

The four glanced in each others directions, all nodding in agreement.

"That will be fine." Layton answered.

"Very good." Rowland stood up. "I will see you all at 2:30." She then walked away, leaving Layton and company to discuss plans for the upcoming day.


Yay! Chapter 11 is done! Chapter 12 coming soon!