Chapter 934: Exhibition (asking for monthly tickets)
After the news of the Pope's visit came out, it caused a wave of sensation.
People from all over the country flocked to Naian.
Some people want to worship the Pope and pray to the spokesperson of the God of Light in the world for a happy marriage. Some people want to let His Majesty the Pope eliminate disasters for themselves. Some people want to cure diseases for themselves or their children and strengthen their health.
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There are also some bastards who have done all kinds of bad things and want to try. Can the Pope discuss with the God of Light? If they pay more protection fees, can they avoid going to hell in the future? Or there is also a person in hell.
***Special treatment, no need to suffer so much?
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In just a few days, the road leading to Naider was already crowded with worshipers coming in one direction.
After all, these people don't have much money in their hands, and the cost of a trip to Fantino is too expensive. Not to mention, Fantino has already implemented market-oriented operations n years ago.
When those bishops say a mass, it's like robbing people. Even if they don't risk their lives, they still have to shed several layers of skin.
And now, the Pope is touring and inspecting various parties. This is definitely a rare opportunity.
Firstly, you don’t have to spend too much money on the road, and secondly, the Mass during the cruise is completely free. Not to mention, it is completely presided over by the Pope himself, and the blessing effect is definitely like opening up a permanent aura of invincibility.
'Same.
If there is such a good thing, only a fool would not do it~!
Therefore, many people not only come alone, but also drag their families, livestock, and old sows along the way.
After Lorraine saw people's persistence and madness in religion, he had to consider their safety.
If nothing else, just the gathering of so many people, even if an infectious disease broke out, would be enough for Sir Alex to have a good drink.
Under his strict orders, the Nai'an government and the Flying Eagle Group took quick action.
All troops stationed in cities and passes were dispatched to perform security tasks on roads and intersections and maintain smooth traffic.
Because the restaurants along the way simply couldn't feed the hundreds of thousands of people who flocked to the place, and because demand exceeded supply, the price of this food soared.
In order to prevent these people from starving on the road, the Governor of Lorraine opened a granary to provide food for the pilgrims on the road and stabilize prices as much as possible.
Although there is no good stuff, the bread and pickles are enough.
This was also a large unplanned expense. Anyway, these people rushed to Nedel to cheer up Hilmeria, his wife and the mother of his child.
Therefore, although Lord Lorraine is usually reluctant to spend money, at this time, it is still very satisfying to spend money.
Anyway, Sir Alex is also a veteran at scraping the land. This small amount of money is really nothing. If he looks for an opportunity later and has any excuse, he scrapes it back again.
Moreover, this also has a huge advantage, which is that he can make large false accounts and fill in all the previous shortcomings. Even if the Imperial Inspection Department pursues him in the future, he can confidently fight with the opponent.
The city gates and harbor of Nidel are bustling with activity, with large groups of travelers arriving every moment.
I arrived early and could still find a hotel, but it only took two days for all the hotels in Naidel to be occupied.
People who came back later rented ordinary farmhouses outside the city, and the residents of Nadel City made a small fortune.
When I came back later, I couldn't even rent private housing.
However, these were all within Lorraine's expectations.
A large tent area has been temporarily set up in the open space outside Naider City. People who can't find a place will be informed that they can go to the tent area to stay temporarily.
Fortunately, the temperature is not low now. Even if you stay in a tent at night, you won't get cold.
With 100,000 people gathered in a large tent area, it is easy for safety and health problems to arise. Lorraine deployed a large group of patrol soldiers, including doctors and fire brigade, to prevent any accidents that may occur.
When Lorraine stood on the city wall, looking down at this huge temporary settlement, even though she had already imagined its scale in her mind, she was still amazed by the scene in front of her.
The gray-white tents were packed tightly together according to the divided areas, as neatly as tofu cubes, and extended to the distant river bank.
Looking from a distance, a sea of tents has formed, covering the entire land.
From time to time, guards in red uniforms would pass by to maintain law and order.
In addition, there is a wooden sentry tower every 100 meters or so. The guards in the tower watch the surrounding situation vigilantly.
Since these tents are extremely flammable, once they catch fire, it is no small matter. Therefore, this fire alarm is very important.
Once a fire is discovered, an alarm will be sounded, and firefighters will rush forward as soon as possible, sometimes even calling magicians to help put out the fire.
Looking at that somewhat similar scene, Lorraine felt a little like playing city management games like "Caesar" back then.
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Lorraine and Leo were wearing ordinary clothes, escorted by a large group of plain-clothed Guardsmen on the left and right, and walked out of the city gate towards the temporary tent area.
Before I even got there, I heard a huge buzzing sound coming from inside, the sound was like a swarm of bees circling overhead.
This is undoubtedly a huge beehive.
Guards and roadblocks were set up at the intersection, but they did not check and only blocked the entry of cars and horses. Lorraine and his group wandered into the camp.
The dense flow of people was almost one after another. In a trance, Lorraine seemed to have returned to the pedestrian street of the past, holding a shriveled wallet and browsing the expensive and expensive specialty stores.
The elders sat together and recited sacred scriptures devoutly, while the priest took the opportunity to preach among the crowd.
Children treat this place as a huge playground, gathering together to play and play.
With their exquisite minds, the vendors keenly discovered the business opportunities here and brought their business to the middle of the tent area.
Vendors carrying large baskets and pushing carts walked among the tents, shouting and selling.
"Peanuts, melon seeds, raisins..."
"Barley wine, wine, eight silver coins a bottle, jumping off the building sale."
"Pearl jewelry, earrings and necklaces, the century-old store has reduced prices today."
"Socks and vests are the same as ten silver coins. In the past, they were sold for one gold or two gold coins for ten silver coins. The quantity is limited and they are sold out."
"..."
Vera couldn't walk when she saw the snacks selling snacks. Then a maple syrup seller came over. Vera pulled Lorraine and said with her bright blue eyes: "Master, Master, this looks delicious."
The way it looks.”
Leo wiped the saliva from his mouth, nodded quickly and said, "That's right, that's right."
But they all looked at Lorraine eagerly, without any intention of picking out their wallets.
Lorraine looked at it and couldn't help curling her lips. She could only reach out and take out her wallet, and then paid the bill.
But just as the maple syrup seller passed by, he was quickly followed by a beef jerky seller.
Vera grabbed Lorraine tightly and asked curiously: "Master, what is this?"
Leo, who had maple syrup in his mouth, hummed, nodded vigorously, and said, "Yes, yes, what is this? It looks very mysterious. I have never seen it before..."
Lorraine was immediately furious: Do you think I am a mutton? Who are you trying to deceive? I ate more than a pound in the morning, but now that I have seen it, I don’t recognize it.
But then he turned his face and saw Vera's expectant, sparkling blue eyes. He couldn't help but feel soft. Then he sighed softly and took out his wallet again.
Then there are those selling dried fruits, jam snacks...
After a while, Vera and Leo's hands were full of things, and Vera's eyes were so happy that they turned into crescents.
All the nearby vendors also flocked here.
They are all extremely well-informed and know that there is a big guy who will buy whatever he sees, and he never brings any counter-offers. Let's go and give him a good deal.
Not long after walking around here, I suddenly heard a loud noise in front of me, as if someone was shouting loudly.
Leo's curiosity suddenly aroused, he piled the things in his arms towards Vera and said: "Boss, go and take a look."
With that said, he got into the crowd, and the guarding soldiers quickly followed him.
As a result, in the crowd, there was an old half-orc with gray hair and beard, shouting loudly with the unique rough voice of half-orcs: "Don't believe it, this is our Pope, Hilme
Leah gave it to me personally.
At that time, I was suffering from this. I really couldn't eat, couldn't sleep, my hair fell out, and my beard turned white. My children thought I was incompetent, my wife divorced me, and I was at a low point in my life~
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I felt depressed in my heart, so I went to the church to pray, and when I was talking to God the Father about what I was going through, guess what?"
"What's going on? Tell me!"
"That's it, tell me quickly."
The old orc put on a pious look, looked at the sky, and said attentively: "I saw a golden light~!"
"Wow……"
"When I looked up, I saw a goddess emitting divine light standing in front of me. I was stunned at that time.
The goddess told me that she heard my prayer and gave me a talisman. As long as I did what the talisman said, I would be able to get through the difficulties.
I think this is because the God of Light appeared and sent an angel to save me.
It was not until later that I realized that the goddess who came to save me was our loving Pope, Her Majesty Hilmeria."
"Ah!?" Everyone exclaimed, and someone shouted: "Then is your magic talisman useful?"
The old orc patted his chest and said loudly: "Of course, after I mixed the ingredients according to the magic charm, our pigs no longer get sick, and they gave birth to a large litter of piglets in half a year."
"Wow~!"
"Since Her Majesty Hilmeria gave it to me, I don't dare to hide it. I will sell it to everyone here today in a package of five copper coins."
Everyone looked at each other, looking at each other, and asked: "Does it really work? You are not lying, are you?"
Lorraine curled her lips when she heard this. Hilmeria knew a lot of things, but she had never heard of her being able to prepare veterinary medicines. From what I heard, this old guy was just talking nonsense.
The old orc puffed up his chest and said loudly: "This is what our Pope gave me. How come it doesn't work? If it doesn't work, you come back and smash my sign. My store is in Nimpes City, the veterinary store in Old Delhi.
Once you ask around, you will know everything."
At this time, a person walked in from the crowd and shouted in surprise: "Old Delhi, I have found you. Come on, give me ten packs, no, twenty packs, of your last veterinary medicine. I took it back last time."
, after eating it for half a month, my pig has grown a lot bigger."
"Okay."
Seeing the real gold and silver transactions between these two people, everyone could no longer hold back and started buying up money. The old half-orc's face turned red with joy.
Yes. I can tell you that this is given to me by Her Majesty Hilmeria, in the name of the God of Light, for safekeeping and use."
Seeing Lorraine pouting, the guard beside him whispered: "Sir, do you want to drive him away?"
Lorraine waved her hands and said, "Forget it, there's no need for such a trivial matter."
As a result, just a few steps past this vendor, Lorraine and the others heard another one selling "Bread that Her Majesty Hilmeria has said is good after she has eaten it."
The fan that Her Majesty Hilmeria praised, etc.
It seems that when Hilmeria was in Naian, she did nothing but went shopping all day long.
Without exception, these things that are sold under the banner of being used and eaten by Pope Hilmeria are all sold very well.
Lorraine just felt the ubiquitous wisdom of the people, called to Vera and Leo, and said: "Let's go, it's time to go back."
Leo rubbed his chin, frowned, and murmured: "Why didn't I expect this? This is really an excellent opportunity~!"
Lorraine asked curiously: "What opportunity?"
Leo waved his hand and said: "Don't worry about it, boss. Let's discuss it. I'll pay all the expenses for this temporary camp for you, but..."
Leo's eyes shone, he rubbed his little hands and said, "You have to rent the central area to me."
Lorraine glanced at Leo warily and said, "What do you want to do again? I tell you, the Pope's guard of honor is coming soon, so don't cause anything to happen."
Leo patted his chest and vowed: "Boss, you still don't believe me. I just do some formal business activities.
For example, we sell wall calendars, souvenirs and so on.”
Lorraine looked at Leo up and down suspiciously. No matter what, this little ruffian's eyes were gleaming, and he said, "Is this really the case?"
"Really, boss, you are so busy, go back quickly. Come, sister Vera, I want to discuss something with you."
Vera and Leo came together, biting their ears, muttering something unknown, but Lorraine saw Vera's big eyes getting brighter and brighter.
However, there were too many things waiting for Lorraine to deal with. He thought that with Catherine suppressing him, Leo would not dare to do anything outrageous under his nose.
At noon that day, the central area of the temporary settlement was quickly covered with an extra-large tent that was only used by circuses.
Colorful flags were fluttering next to it, and drums and drums were playing together, making it really lively.
Little girls in beautiful uniforms, holding a thick stack of leaflets, distributed them in Naider City and temporary resettlement centers.
It said that the Flying Eagle Group Exhibition was being held in the central area of the temporary resettlement center.
A solemn reminder that at midnight, mysterious items of great historical value will be auctioned.
There is also a line of small words at the bottom of the flyer: With this flyer, you can receive a small gift.
Although the so-called small gift was an annual calendar with a portrait of Pope Hilmeria printed on it, it still aroused everyone's enthusiasm.
Especially after the girls who welcomed the guests wore clothes that exposed half of their youthful and toned thighs, this place became a must-visit place for everyone.
In this era, what people call going to the market is to buy some needles and thread, cut two pounds of pork, and buy a few handfuls of leeks. Even the grocery stores only sell daily groceries such as oil, salt, soy sauce, and vinegar. Just those things.
The large-scale trade fair held by Leo put hundreds of products together, with narration and shopping guides constantly trying to deceive them.
Several methods were used together to blind the eyes of these people in one fell swoop.
Many of them are souvenirs specially made by the Flying Eagle Group for the Pope's inspection.
Such as crystal cups, tableware, statues, commemorative clothing, and limited edition carriages.
Since the Pope's inspection tour is a rare event in Nai An Province for a century, it is acceptable for everyone to buy a few meaningful souvenirs to display at home on this memorable festival to show off to their neighbors.
These things are very valuable for small hands. Even though the profit is not high, if you add up a little, it is still a big income.
But what everyone is most looking forward to is the mysterious auction held at midnight.
At this juncture, the so-called mysterious items of "great historical value" must have something to do with His Majesty the Pope.
Even people in Naider City noticed that at ten minutes past midnight, the big tent of Flying Eagle Company was crowded with people attending the auction.
The atmosphere in the venue was so hot that people would sweat constantly just sitting there.
No expense was spared in lighting up several magic lamps in the venue, and the commanded light illuminated every detail in the venue.
The scenery on the stage is gorgeous yet solemn, showing the generosity of Flying Eagle Company.
In a corner under the stage, Lorraine yawned again, wiped the sweat from her forehead, and secretly sighed at the misery of being a man.
Lorraine hurriedly finished the work at hand and found Hilmeria. She originally wanted to say, "Madam, it's getting late, let's take a shower and go to bed."
But Hilmeria dragged Lorraine to come to this auction. Although she was very tired, but thinking about how much she owed Hilmeria, Lorraine followed her.
Hilmeria was very energetic at this moment. She was wearing a plain dress, a wide-brimmed hat, and a thick veil. She happily talked to Lorraine.
Hilmeria has lived a serious life for too long, and she seems happier than anyone else when she can relax freely.
Vera opened a pack of snacks as usual, eating them with gusto, and stuffing two into Lorraine's mouth from time to time.
At exactly twelve o'clock at midnight, a drum sounded on the stage, and the auction officially began.
The first person to appear was not the auctioneer, but a burst of singing and dancing. The drowsy people in the venue suddenly became energetic.
Then, amidst everyone's comments, a goblin auctioneer walked into the venue wearing a full tuxedo and full of energy.
In the astonished eyes of everyone, the goblin auctioneer banged the gavel and shouted in a sharp voice: "Now, the auction officially begins. Gentlemen and ladies, let me solemnly remind you that this is a historic event.