Among the many features of the National Defense Force, there is one very classic rule that no foreign counterpart dares to introduce.
That means all expenses have to be paid out of your own pocket.
From the consuls down to the top soldiers, everyone's daily food expenses are the same. The monthly salary is deducted from the military salary. The military kitchen provides uniform catering services. There is no small stove. Everyone enjoys Spam together. MRE
No one can escape such dark cuisine. If you want to eat steak and drink red wine, you can. Please pay for the chef and servants out of your own pocket, and please bring your own ingredients.
This is actually a typical military aristocratic culture. In the past, human knights also spent their own money to purchase equipment and hire servants. In order to maintain expenses, some knights were keen to marry the daughters of wealthy nobles, and for this purpose they launched courtship poems
and jousting were regarded as romantic tales.
Charlemagne's army also adhered to this ancient tradition, but with one victory after another and seizing huge wealth that was unimaginable in the past, the heads of officials and officers began to get hot, and they gradually became addicted to corruption and corruption.
Have fun while actively planning more wars to seek more benefits for yourself and your subordinates.
Because of this, the consul is not worried that Charlemagne will adjust his strategy and switch to the coordinated peace route. You must know that peace may bring peace and tranquility to the country, and digesting the results of the war can also bring about a round of prosperity. But for the army
, an armistice means the end of the world. Disarmament, relocation, disappearance of privileges, military
People's status is low...this alone makes them shudder. Therefore, after losing the restraints of Charles IV and Richelieu, these Qiu Ba, who know nothing but killing, will definitely carry the war to the end until they drag the entire country to its death.
.If anyone dares to block the way, it must be God who blocks the way, God will be killed, and Buddha who blocks the Buddha will be killed.
With Charlemagne serving as a negative example, the Alfheim Defense Force has already taken precautions against related problems. Appropriate personal enrichment is still within the tolerable range. If you want to engage in industrial chain-type corruption, you must have the awareness to be eliminated. In addition,
There is an extremely powerful boss at the top, and the military salary is generous enough, so there is really no need to risk losing one's head just for a quick gain.
Besides, with the existence of the "Compulsory Marriage Law", most of the officers in the army have already married and started a business, and their salary is enough to support their families. Generally speaking, the defense officers and soldiers are relatively economical.
However, there are no exceptions.
A mountain of desserts.
From calories to price, this mountain of desserts is enough to scare countless men and women into having heart attacks.
The two giants of the Guards, whose stomachs are like bottomless pits and whose figures remain in shape no matter how much they eat, are also struggling with desserts today.
"...I thought that by saying 'I can't control that unfilial daughter' I can completely shirk the responsibility, but the old guy is still as cunning as ever."
Forking a piece of raw cheese cake, Victoria looked angry.
"What do you expect him to say? Fall out with that gentleman, or destroy the relationship out of justice?"
Nidhogg swallowed the tiramisu with disdain on his face.
The special cases in the defense force are these two noble ancient species.
They are ancient species and glorious Guards giants. They invested their family property in the operation and development of the consortium early on and enjoyed huge dividends from the original shares. Now they are already extremely rich. The mountain of desserts is nothing to them.
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Money, power, status - everything that ordinary people strive for in their lifetimes but cannot be obtained in one body, Victoria still shows a lack of satisfaction.
Just because these things are not what she desires most.
On the surface, she and Nidhogg have high status, but this is limited to the world of lower races. Only they know that they are actually a marginalized group of dragon society, only better than the exiled Azdahaka.
One point. Based on the "unrecognized" inferiority complex and the revenge mentality of "making the old guys fall at their feet", the Red Dragon chose to serve under Li Lin.
That's why she was so concerned about the reaction of the dragon clan, especially the clan leader, after Favna became Roland's companion, but she was disappointed.
"As long as the dragons don't jump in directly to choose sides, that adult doesn't have to waste time and energy on them. If you really expect the old man's reaction, can't you just wait until the golden lady is caught or killed?"
"That's right. How frustrated and embarrassed will the father and daughter look when the time comes? I really look forward to it."
"Who knows, that's not my thing. It won't make me happy, and it won't improve my appetite. In comparison, washing the Archon's clothes will make me swallow three jars of white rice."
The captain of the Guards looked intoxicated and excited, his free eyes emitting a strange light.
Just like knights have attendants to take care of their lives, part of the consul's daily life and food are also taken care of by the captain of the personal guard, and the cleaning of clothes is not allowed to be interfered with by others.
In fact, it's nothing. For a monster like Li Lin whose enemies line up three times around the world, security needs must be the top priority. If the captain of the Guards cleans the clothes, at least you don't have to worry about gangsters getting weird things on your clothes.
to murder the great leader.
The only problem is the way the laundry is done.
The captain of the Guards does not use a washing machine or wash by hand. He only uses washing powder and liquid detergent. The way he washes clothes is very dragon-like.
The correct way to wash clothes in Nidhogg's flow is as follows: first, cancel the transformation and return to dragon form; second, lift the entire tub of Archon's clothes and socks accumulated over the week above the head, open the bloody mouth, and not even blink.
Pour it all into your mouth in a blink of an eye; the third step is to chew slowly as if savoring it to dissolve only the dirty things
The saliva soaks easily damaged underwear, and the teeth that are enough to bite the roots of the world tree move up and down to remove stubborn stains on the coat; the third step is to wring out the clothes with a long tongue that is as tough as steel and as soft as tentacles, and then
Just hang it up to dry. Look, it's as white as Tide and has a special fragrance!
Note: If you encounter rainy weather, you can use "Dragon Breath" or charged particle cannon to make holes in the rain clouds to ensure sunshine.
"Do you know? When the original flavor of that adult's body spreads and entangles on the tip of the tongue, that adult's body curves, flat chest, solid abdomen, and smooth body will be automatically drawn in the mind.
Round buttocks... Just thinking about them makes me so excited that I can’t sleep. I wish I could put my underwear on my face and breathe in the fragrance!!”
"I just pretended that I didn't notice the grin at the corner of my mouth, but if you express this feeling in front of me in public...is that okay?"
"well?"
After hearing Victoria's words, Nidhogg turned stiffly behind him.
"oops."
The elegant figure and the gentle smile as usual are exuding a biting chill like a glacier.
"You seem to be talking about something interesting. Can you let me hear the details?"
"Your Excellency?! Pfft!!"
Before he could ask "when was he there?", Nidhogg was kicked on the chin, his body flew up into the air, and fell heavily. Before he could have close contact with the marble floor, the kicking storm came up.
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The high-speed kicks at 30 beats per second made a dull sound, sounding like a cloth tearing machine that needed to be oiled and running at full strength. The carefully set kicks prevented Nidhogg from landing and being kicked away.
, just staying in the air and constantly receiving kicks.
After a full minute, Victoria reminded:
"Your Excellency, if you keep kicking me, you will be killed."
With a perfect high-leg kick, the Guards Captain flew upwards like a rocket. After a loud explosion, dust and cement debris slowly fell. The Guards Captain's head completely sank into the ceiling, and his body swayed in the wind.
Judging from the fact that his limbs are still twitching and shaking, he is probably still alive.
Li Lin casually pulled up a chair and sat down opposite Victoria. He may have seen similar scenes too many times. The officers and soldiers who were dining with him in the canteen did not even look at him during the whole process. He concentrated on enjoying his lunch and just chatting.
The volume is a little lower than before.
Victoria silently put away her tableware. Everyone could see that the consul seemed to be in a bad mood. But Victoria knew that the matter was not simple. The consul, who has always been known for his rationality and self-control, could not be just because of Nidhogg.
If the idiot speaks, he will be rewarded with a "kick beyond recognition", which is usually just a correction punch.
Obviously, someone stepped on this guy's tail.
"Victoria."
Li Lin asked calmly:
"What would you do if someone tried to steal your most precious possession?"
"Kill it."
Without hesitation, Victoria replied:
"Kill all those who robbed the treasure, kill all the suspects, and kill all those suspected of having such thoughts. Kill them all with a curse, and cast a curse of misfortune on their descendants for generations to come.
"
The dragon clan is well known for their obsession with collectibles, and they will never be polite to those who invade their territory and steal treasures.
Not only the Dragon Clan, everyone has areas that cannot be interfered with by others, but everyone's taboo objects are different.
Li Lin does not have emotions similar to "obsession" or "delusion". People around him, including Brynhildr, believe that the consul's requirements for personal relationships are quite low, and that he will not be empty of all four things and have no desires or desires.
It also has a somewhat ascetic taste.
But this does not mean that he is a quiet hermit or a compassionate Madonna. He also has things that he cannot tolerate, and those who step on the bottom line will also have to pay the price for it.
For example, a bastard who gets in the way, ruins his plans, or tries to disrupt the situation.
Everyone hates bastards who disrupt the situation, especially those who jump out at critical moments. This time some guys not only tried to disrupt the situation, but also stepped on the Archon's tail with their first kick.
Someone has to pay the price for this.
"Nidhogg."
With a bang, a big hole appeared in the ceiling. Before the smoke cleared, the Guards captain with a cement dog leash around his neck stood straight like a javelin.
"You two get ready and go out with me."
Li Lin grinned, poked his temple and said:
"Some outdated guys urgently need to receive education on how to be a human being. Let's start with 'You must die if you touch other people's toys'."
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Notre Dame (Notre.Dame).
One of the oldest religious facilities in Lüdes is also one of the oldest religious lands. As far back as the Kingdom of Germania, this land was a temple dedicated to the Mother Goddess. Today, this temple is located on the island of Citti
The Gothic building is the cathedral of the diocese of Lüders. In the previous "Night of the Long Knives",
Many buildings were damaged, but Notre Dame was miraculously preserved intact. Not a single brick was damaged. Many believers believed that this was the protection of the Mother Goddess and a miracle, completely forgetting that the National Defense Forces had never been close to it.
Nearby. Otherwise, with the style of those house demolition experts, there is no telling what this area will become.
In any case, this historical building, which took 180 years to complete, escaped disaster, and now Notre Dame is witnessing the historical moment of Charlemagne and even the world.
Two girls strolled through a corridor that can be called living history.
Two girls of the same grade give people completely different impressions. The one on the left wearing a nun's uniform is like a holy white lily, giving people a weak and warm feeling. The girl on the right wearing casual clothes gives people a calm and calm feeling, as if she is quietly.
The female leopard moves forward silently.
There is currently no concept of "tourism" in various countries, and there are no labor organizations that organize tourism, let alone affordable point-and-shoot cameras. Those who will enter religious facilities must be believers. In such a church with a profound historical background
, no matter how shallow the faith is, people will feel the sacred and solemn atmosphere and consciously restrain their behavior.
At the very beginning of the route, a huge statue of the Mother Goddess, nearly twice the height of an adult, stands in front of you.
It is completely different from the huge and oversized sculptures of Alfheim, and the delicacy of the shape is overwhelming.
Eyes full of love, a smile full of maternal glory, gentle arms holding the baby that symbolizes humanity, every finger is filled with unstinting maternal love, and even every fold of the clothes is filled with the spirit of reverence.
A statue of the Mother Goddess is enough to shut up the noisiest old lady. The altar reliefs and paintings on both sides of the Mother Goddess statue make people feel that their souls are being purified.
Relief of saint washing feet;
Symbolic animals such as doves or lambs surround paintings of saints;
Wrapped in a luxurious silver craft frame, it depicts the magnificent painting of a brave man slaying a dragon;
The seven-colored rays of light on the ceiling are intertwined, representing the stained glass of the circular array of God’s messengers;
The invisible cup, the number and type of flowers, and even the color and arrangement of the window frames all have sacred allusions. They may symbolize saints, express religious stances, or tell the story of the disputes of the times.
The essence of technology that has been honed over 10 centuries to impress human consciousness is here. In a space full of history and belief, people can only worship, and their words and deeds are full of respect and caution.
Roland is no exception.
Wearing simple women's casual clothes, she lowered her head and listened to Ji Air's explanation of the allusion that the relief wanted to express. Her facial muscles became stiffer and her stomach became heavier and heavier.
To endure the process of chronic gastric ulcer and facial paralysis at the same time is by no means a pleasant experience.
Influenced by Li Lin's complete set of "Spartan-style fatherly education", many of Roland's views tend to be atheism and materialist dialectical thinking, and he has reservations about religious theology and idealism.
God loves the world, all living beings are equal, and there is a cycle of good and evil - these all sound beautiful, but isn't Alfheim also preaching "world change", "eliminating irrationality", and "establishing a new order"? Just based on the propaganda language
It seems that everyone is pursuing the same goal and should work together to advance, but in fact the disputes have never stopped. Shouting "I am right!" is used as a reason to eliminate those who disagree with one's ideas, or even just
He is a "suspicious" person - this kind of thing seems to be particularly prevalent in the religious world.
Massacre of heretics, religious inquisition, heresy interrogation, forced conversion, burning of all things related to foreign culture... When it comes to church history, it seems to be full of killing, burning, burning, plus a bunch of fat-minded clergy who amassed money and committed adultery.
The pages on pedophilia, culture and good deeds are simply lackluster in comparison.
Ironically, it is not the heretics and heretics who demean the church the most, but it is the "agent of divine will" who criticizes the church the most.
——A department manager with poor performance accidentally took the position of CEO. He did not want to step down from a position that was not suitable for him, so he confronted the CEO newly appointed by the chairman. The methods they used to fight against him were to show off his inferiority and to fight with each other.
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Regardless of whether it is appropriate to make such a statement as an agent of divine will. It is easy to understand to use the relationship within the company to compare the relationship between the Mother Goddess, the church, and the agent of divine will.
The chairman at the top, the CEO responsible for execution, and the middle-level departments responsible for supporting operations and liaising with superiors and subordinates - this is the relationship between the three.
Since the fall of the Kingdom of Gilmania, the performance of all the agents of divine will has been embarrassing. Like the Kingdom of Gilmania, no one has been appointed king by an agent of divine will. For this reason, the Mother Goddess delegated part of her authority.
To the church. Now with Li
For an outstanding employee like Lin who is not greedy for power and has strong abilities, how can the top management care whether the incompetent middle-level people live or die during the company's transformation process? This is not charity. The garbage that cannot be used is cleaned up or becomes part of the transformation process.
The sacrifice is a matter of course.
From the perspective of efficiency and management, there is nothing wrong with doing so. But what makes up the church are people. They are not puzzle pieces of mathematical models or factors in formulas. They will have their own ideas and act according to their own ideas.
This is an out-and-out act of rebellion, and the Mother Goddess and Li Lin will never give up. Knowing this, the church still intervened in Charlemagne's internal disputes, trying to bring Minerva and the Crown Prince to join forces, and to contain the elves by supporting Charlemagne.
The rapid rise of the camp.
The reason why you dare to do this is because you have been forced into a corner and you have begun to ignore it? Or...are you holding some trump card in your hand that can avoid this kind of disaster?
After passing through the long corridor where art and history are accumulated, a middle-aged nun appeared in front of her. She bowed and saluted with a nervous expression, then turned around and led them to an inconspicuous small door in the depths. The nun lowered her head and stood in the depths.
In front of the room door.
Ji Air nodded slightly to the nun, smiled slightly at Roland, received a nod saying "ready", and opened the heavy wooden door.
Inside was a small reception room. Prince Louis, who was wearing casual clothes, looked bored. When he saw the face of the girl behind Ji Air, his eyes suddenly lit up.
Pretending not to notice the unpleasant sight, Roland followed Ji Air and stepped into the reception room.
With a creak, the door was closed, leaving only the silent nun standing outside the door, and darkness enveloped the passage. (~^~)