Chapter 2, The Fields of the Mountain City

The scene of singing and dancing in the streets inevitably made Nian Te exclaim "wasteful". In Rose County, people work hard to earn a good income, and the streets are almost deserted on rest days. If someone sings in the street early in the morning, they could be jailed for disturbing the peace. However, in Mount Fuji City, the sound of singing always follows the crowing of roosters. As Nian Te walked along the road, he unknowingly became infected by the atmosphere of singing and dancing.

No, a high-ranking priest stepped forward, saying, "The people beyond the borders are unreasonable, but it is evident that His Majesty the King is backing him. The soldiers of Rose County are strong and robust; it is best not to stir up trouble at this time"

The knight defending the city shouted from the battlements: "Young lord! Where are you going?"

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"Rude!" The Duke of Seig immediately became furious, grabbing a bottle and throwing it inside. The surrounding soldiers understood the cue, and axes and long spears were thrown in as well, while a maid holding a tray poured milk inside. It seemed that something had hit its mark; the High Priest was in an unknown state, with chaotic shouts echoing, and the magic circle showed no signs of dissipating.

"Negotiation?" The Duke of Saige felt that the church had gone mad. "I remember cutting off heads and harvesting wheat. Is someone from the church coming to negotiate with me on my territory?"

Mireya, keep it up, and bring back some delicious food!

Regardless of what "Sister Li Zi" says, I might as well take a look at the scenery first. I particularly remember that the girl who played the piano, Xiao Qin, was bought from the city of Fushan County. She indeed demonstrated exceptional talent in music. This time, I must go and experience it properly.

Thus, the church was demolished, and a notice was posted: believers among the subjects are prohibited from serving in the military or participating in politics, engaging in business, or participating in finance, and their children are not allowed to attend public schools

Teleportation

When entering the city, the gate officer noticed his injured leg and asked, "Is your leg broken?"

Yearning for the past, I casually picked up Mi Mi from the ground, pulled her into my arms, and gently comforted her. In my heart, I silently confided to my deceased mother: "Mom, I just want a girl who captivates me at first sight. I want to pursue her to the ends of the earth. But it seems there is none in this world! Could you help me find one up there?"

The high priest looked around and seemed to see that no one would help him. He struggled to lift the injured person from the ground by himself. The flesh was so rotten that it was repulsive, and after being soaked in water, it was even heavier.

I had already told you that something would go wrong

The high priest is taciturn; ever since the last senior priest returned to the church with footprints on his backside, he has realized that speaking more is futile

A priest stepped forward: "Your Holiness, I have a good proposal. I have heard that Miss Milenia and the young ladies there particularly enjoy pumpkins, growing and eating them themselves"

Well, he has arranged many matters, and it is very likely that he will go quite far

Everyone, I am leaving

I have taken the first step in my life

Suddenly, a massive lightning bolt struck back from the magic circle, piercing through the wall. The portrait of the Duchess Saige in the hall, which was the precious likeness of Yente's mother, lost its head, and half of the frame caught fire and fell to the ground. At the same time, two people were injured, with the captain of the guard being the first to bear the brunt, groaning as he fell to the ground severely wounded. The teleportation magic circle subsequently closed.

This is excellent! Segda privately examined her forged signature and felt very reassured. "Little rascal, you have such a skill... it's worth a thousand gold coins!"

With a long sigh, the Pope stood up, filled with sorrow: "Forget it." Looking at the magnificent dome of the glorious sanctuary, the luster of the white jade remained, yet the frescoes had already peeled away, and it was uncertain whether they could be repainted. The sacred hymns sung by the priestesses throughout the day could not add any color to it. The Pope's gaze shifted to the statue of the goddess at the side of the steps, recalling something.

You look somewhat familiar; have you delivered takeout before

"Uh, I can't move it," the High Priest said, blushing. Listening to the perverse laughter of Duke Saige, he truly did not want to plead for mercy. He had no choice but to risk being impolite, extending his staff to quickly draw a circle on the ground, which suddenly formed a teleportation array, and he vanished from the spot along with the injured.

Mi was seriously signing documents while lying on the table, secretly listening to a few sentences, becoming increasingly frightened. This time, the injury during the annual event was purely an unexpected complication; if investigated, she could not escape responsibility. If the anger were to be redirected, the entire family would suffer the consequences.

Saige bent over, holding his stomach, "Hahaha—! Hahaha—!"

It looks very similar! Are you our young lord?

In the year, gazing at the lush green wheat fields, the wheat had just sprouted. The farmers stood respectfully by the roadside, holding their hats and bowing. In the distance, a cow mooed twice, taking advantage of the farmers' bowing to nibble on the tender shoots.

Let them go, see them off! Ha ha ha!

The farmer walked in with a beaming smile, grinning as he said: "Did you sleep well? Wealthy? Noble? Haha, even if you can't enter the city, you still have to sleep on a pile of straw! By the way, please pay the overnight fee of one silver coin"

Mi, with tears still wet on her face, stared blankly at him and said something that made Nian Te unable to contain his anger: "Who are you?"

Too cool

Is Mireinia still unwilling to come

With no hair on their lips, they seize the women of the people, relying on their family's power to bully the righteous knights of the church, only to be taught a lesson; after breaking their legs, they vent their anger on the innocent citizens

One can never forget the thirty million gold coins spent on rice that provided no nourishment, leaving many people well-fed yet emaciated. The subjects blame their lord for incompetence, but what can the lord do? Since then, in Rose County, every grain of rice seen in the rice shop must be inspected and tasted. The priest faces disdain when purchasing rice, thus he additionally requests the congregation to donate rice to the church

I want to follow the wind to the plum grove

This is truly a skilled practitioner! Here is a trendy archer's hat for you! The boss is very pleased, as olive green is currently in vogue, and many rural craftsmen are also coming to buy hats to keep up appearances

In the year, leaning on a cane, he mounted the horse and played with the bow and arrow, riding towards Mount Fuji City. "This means that tomorrow is the Qingmiao Festival, and I won't be able to dance. However, the gardens there are quite famous, so it would be nice to join in the festivities anyway"

The Duke of Seg is still in a fit of rage, and the poor knight of the church is whipped daily, with not even a chance to plead for mercy. His armor was discarded like scrap metal at the entrance of the church in the city, which was subsequently demolished.

At dawn, the crowing of the roosters sounded all at once. Nian Te really wanted to buy them all, slaughter them, and pluck their feathers, but it was already too late for that.

This is the joy that Nian Te has discovered in recent days, tirelessly working day and night to meet his various needs. She does not even dare to go home, almost like a puppet doll. After a few days, both day and night, all aspects have left Nian Te feeling satisfied, and she is so frightened that she hardly dares to faint.

"No, it is not because of my mother that we have run out of rice. We were deceived; this rice was purchased from the church, and it was magically grown in an instant, which is why it does not taste good."

The year is marked by a smile of greeting, and life in Rose County is abundant, fully capable of self-sufficiency, which is also a result of his hard work. Most vassals take great pride in their territory and hold him in high regard, especially the adults, who are well aware of whom they will serve in the future

Saige, the grand priest, gasped for breath, tears still in the corners of his eyes, sincerely elongating his voice. "Forgive my indiscretion, Your Excellency the High Priest, it is not convenient to disclose, ha—ha—ha—!"

It is indeed reasonable! I haven't traveled far in a long time; it is time to take a stroll outside the territory. However, according to your analysis, the yield of 'plums' is not high!

Are you a believer

"No!" The butler, Kelu, couldn't help but laugh out loud, "Miss Mi is truly very interesting; it has been quite enjoyable since she arrived at our home"

Thank you, boss. I really need a hat for my journey! I put on the hat and looked in the mirror, and there was a long wild chicken feather on my head. Haha, it feels quite special.

It has been a week since Nian Te returned home, and the Duke of Saige has begun to realize that he is traveling the world. However, he is not very worried; on the contrary, he feels quite happy. Other castle lords have reported seeing him heading northeast, which is towards the homeland, so there is even less to be concerned about

At this time, Nian Te rode a gentle chestnut mare, arriving at the city gate of Wuling City against the gentle breeze, neither raising the whip nor hurrying, proceeding leisurely along the main road

In the year of the horse, riding on horseback, he was often pushed and jostled, yet he was thoroughly enchanted.

A knight of the Temple stepped forward: "Your Holiness! Please allow me to send troops to suppress them"

The farmer, drenched in sweat, exclaimed: "(Demon—!) Of course, we should have a hearty breakfast! Hurry—! Milk... fried eggs!"

Old memories flashed through my mind, and the dim times of my youth made my eyes moist without me realizing it. A sound like silver bells, akin to a brook joyfully leaping, was so familiar that it awakened me from a deep place.

Nian Te nodded slightly; the city gate officer had no reason to prevent him from entering the city. However, he clearly cast a look of disdain. A knot formed in Nian Te's heart. Occasionally, when others commented on him, Nian Te listened attentively and gradually came to understand.

I remember when I was young and just beginning to understand things, my mother took me to the street to buy some items. There was an old woman on the street, diligently twisting colorful hemp into a belt, while a priest patiently waited.

The knight was thrown into the infirmary on the first day, imprisoned on the second day, placed in the dark cell on the third day, and confined in the water dungeon on the fourth day. If this continues for another day, I fear he will be thrown into the oil pot.

The year laughed at itself with abandon, yet that song still echoed in the mind. The night has already entered the song

The Duke of Saige took the letter and glanced at him: "That was quite fast."

The priest and the choir girls waved goodbye for a long time, and Mirelena, full of spirit, ran out, turning back at the threshold to say: "Everyone, I will definitely bring back the best pumpkin seeds"

Haha, haha... The boss was stunned by the gold, laughing unnaturally, "He doesn't have it, but I do..."

At that moment, a gigantic crane fluttered down into the courtyard, and the guard shouted loudly from the porch: "The king's messenger has arrived"

The song is so cheerful, as if an innocent angel has come to the world. I long to quietly approach and see who she is, yet I fear she may not meet my expectations, I fear my impoliteness might offend her, and I fear—she might be waiting for someone. Thus, I can only quietly listen from the side, like a thief. How ridiculous I am, for it is merely a self-composed dance song, perhaps that girl could buy it home with a handful of gold coins, or more likely, she is waiting for a man to meet her in the woods late at night, while I mistakenly wandered into the city, ultimately ending up lying in a pile of straw

I heard that our young lord is as handsome as you, yet he has lost a leg! Ah? Could it be—

Mother, why do the priests also want it? Can't they easily obtain it with magic? I have seen it, very brilliant...

Mireinia, do not make His Holiness anxious, keep it up!

The priest interceded for him in various ways; in fact, it would have been better if he had not said anything. It turned out that the knight was merely a messenger, sent by the Pope to collect the missionary reports from the various churches in Rose County, and he was unaware of the poor faith in the remote areas.

In the early morning, Mount Fuji Castle has already come to life. As the governor of Toyama County, Mount Fuji Castle cannot be described as magnificent, but it possesses a unique charm. A gently rising hill emerges from the prairie, adorned with wildflowers all over. A well-maintained wide horse path leads directly to the summit of Mount Fuji Castle

The farmer's wife privately complained to the book: "Eating chicken so early in the morning!"

Alright! The Duke of Seige waved his hand, and the towering armored warrior beside him slightly nodded, "Go check if that lowly commoner is dead; if not, bring him out."

Oh, pumpkin..." The Pope gazed at the mural with his hands behind his back and smiled

Old man Kelu, please say a few more words

Hmm? Haha... The Duke of Seig has torn up the additional letter from King Hamas of Lightness, laughing so hard that his whole body trembles

After finding Mi and Mi's shadow on the farmer, Nian Te walked away contentedly, of course without giving a single cent.

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The year my mother passed away, there was a famine, and I particularly could not eat: "It tastes so bad! My mother is dead, I don't even want to eat!"

Please lead the way! The priest smiled, seemingly accustomed to grand occasions, and spoke continuously along the way. "This world was originally created by the God of Light. After thousands of years, many people seem to have forgotten the grace of the divine. This place was also a source of mythology in ancient times! It is somewhat the lord's responsibility that faith has declined to such an extent in just a few hundred years."

Li Zilin left without looking back, leaving everyone in a state of confusion

Ah—! Be gentle! Every day during the dressing change, I deliberately let out a cry of agony

Over the years, I have heard all sorts of remarks, ranging from being a young achiever to "that little rascal"; truly, there is a wide array. I was even unexpectedly reminded of stories from my childhood, such as dining out without paying, needing to roast a whole pig for dinner every day, and the women I collected in my youth forever being eighteen. Upon reaching the border of my territory, I had already become the envy of others, a plump figure with skin that glistened and a head of golden hair

In the capital of Guodu, the radiant temple of the God of Light in the White Jade Holy City was in disarray, with the High Priest collapsed on the ground, a bump on his head, surrounded by filth, garbage, axes, and bricks. The Pope was trembling with rage, and the entire Holy See was in an uproar

***

Nian Te felt very invigorated: "Alright, I just want to find a place where no one knows me." Nian Te began to inquire about the opinions of the local people regarding his family, which could be considered a form of harvest. However, the common folk have always been prone to following the crowd; their words can praise and extol, but they can also be lethal weapons.

I clearly remember that my hair was black, probably because gold coins are only golden in color

In the small room, as the priest was tidying up, he exclaimed in surprise: "She forgot to bring her wallet..."

He still did not know how famous he was, as the vast Rose County felt like his own backyard. Walking through the bustling crowd, he would occasionally be recognized. This was likely due to the annual issuance of 10,000 gold coins bearing his likeness, a strategy employed by Duke Seig to strengthen the subjects' impression of their lord, though at times it had an exaggerated effect. Ultimately, this situation eased with distance, and fewer people recognized him.

Is there a handwritten letter from His Majesty Hamas? In that case, we cannot deny him entry

Mireinia, there are many dangers and difficulties outside, so you must be careful.

***

It is time to let her relax, but... I wonder whether her body will give out first or her mind will break down

There is no need to worry about that. The butler, Klu, took a deep breath and raised his voice, "A clover can only thrive when it merges with the lawn, a grain of stone lost on the hill of larks." He turned his head to look at Nian Te, "This is a song from a bard long ago; I am merely learning it."

Oh... Dad, Mom, I'm sorry! I've caused trouble again!

Lower your voice! How would I know he is the famous young lord from Rose County! Did you not see how many churches were demolished without a second thought!

You are a noble, and it is impossible for families like Miss Mi and common folk to engage in equal dialogue with you; it would take just a word for you to crush them. Within the territory, the younger generation, like Miss Mi, grows up in awe of the Rosmend family, and deep down, they feel they cannot stand on equal footing with you. Even with many people around you, do you still not feel very lonely

At last, the church dispatched a senior priest, accompanied by a handwritten letter from the Pope, to mediate this matter

Nian Te brutally mistreated her while dragging a wounded leg, and then, taking advantage of her unconscious state, had someone dress her and comb her hair before stuffing her into a carriage to send her home: "Tell her father to reassure her, let her rest at home for ten days before bringing her back!" It was only after the carriage had left that Nian Te let out a sigh of relief

Suddenly, someone came to support him. The priest turned around and saw a tall young man, who seemed to have been beaten, with faint bruises still visible on his face and a bandage on his nose.

The boss tightly wrapped a bundle of red thread around the bow handle and handed it to Nian Te. Nian Te found it very convenient; this item was both high-quality and inexpensive. The boss's craftsmanship was indeed impressive, and he was not stingy either, tossing a handful of gold coins, which startled the boss.

Ah? Please, spare me! I swear, I have nothing to do with that person; I made it clear to him a long time ago...

Ah? Where have you gone

The letter states: "Thanks to Saigeqing, I am in a good mood today. I never expected that the Pope would also seek my assistance. If the High Priest is present when opening the letter, please laugh a little louder!"

In Toyama County, there are no mines, few hazardous jobs, and limited welfare systems, unlike Rose County, where those injured at work receive substantial financial compensation and outstanding performance is rewarded with additional bonuses. The dukes invest all their money in entertainment and the construction of churches, making it quite unfortunate for those with disabilities. Moreover, churches are ubiquitous here; a broken leg can be treated by a priest for just one gold coin. If one has the money but the church refuses to provide treatment, it raises suspicions of being infamous, making it quite a disgraceful matter

Well, it's about time; if we scare her any more, it will be too much. Nian Te always remembers being classmates with Mi Mi. In fact, he never intended to bully her; it was just a pleasure that was hard to suppress. Based on what he learned over the past few nights, he knew that Mi Mi's menstrual period was approaching, and Mi Mi herself was also in a state of panic

"No, but I wish to become a knight of the church. My name is Cadiel, please allow me to assist you up..."

I am dead

He carried a sharp longsword on his back, hanging the cane on the saddle where the battle axe was supposed to be attached. The little mare was very docile, running smoothly. The broken leg from the year could not reach the stirrup, so it hung down on one side; there was no rush, and a slow pace would suffice.

Shall we go play? To Mount Fuji City?

***

This also requires payment

Nian Te could not understand why it was like this, "Our family has never mistreated the servants! I just wanted to show concern for her, why is she so afraid? It seems that everyone outside, except for the people in the house, is like this." Nian Te truly began to loathe such days. He looked up at the ceiling, where an unparalleled visage appeared. "Mother, if only you had not passed away. I miss you so much..." He looked up at the ceiling again, where that unparalleled visage appeared. "Mother, if only you had not passed away. I miss you so much..."

What bad luck, I took a wrong turn! Let's go through the woods!" Nian took a look at the map; there was a signpost he hadn't seen, and he ended up at the foot of the mountain. The woods weren't large, and if he could get through them, he might make it to the city gate in time, thus avoiding having to sleep outdoors.

"Has the church not sent anyone to rescue him yet? Let him rot in there." Year sat leisurely in a large chair reading, propping up his injured leg, while the young women continuously massaged him, and the sound of the harp resonated nearby. When the warm sun graced his knees, even the faint pain became pleasant.

Good morning! The farmer stretched the sound of the greeting, saying: "Coming right up! Please wipe your face first!"

How much does hot water cost

The high priest showed a slight change in expression, and Duke Saige glanced at him, saying sarcastically: "In any case, with a breath, you will surely be able to treat it well"

Is that so? He is not angry this year, but he is quite puzzled; he still does not know that all the churches within the territory have been burned down

Clang! Several knives were held against his neck, and a captain of the guard glared at him while wielding a large axe: "Retribution? The flying thief we caught last month could walk through walls, and they said it was taught by the church. To catch him, I haven't slept in two months; if it weren't for the heavy gold he was carrying, we wouldn't have caught him at all. Is it you who taught him? Get out of here! Otherwise, you'll be thrown into the water prison too!"

The high priest, sensing that there was no good news, turned pale and let out a disdainful "hmph" before turning his head away

Who are you

The little mare seems to understand his intentions and has started to run steadily

The little rascal... the Duke of Seige did not disturb her, quietly retreating. He had also heard about Mi Mi's private performances; if he were to enter and shout, she would most likely say, "Mom and Dad, I'm sorry," and then faint.

In recent days, her life has finally improved; working as a maid in the lord's household, she finds that her food and clothing are even better than when she was a young lady at home, (indeed, she was sold for one thousand gold coins). No wonder her father, despite his deep reluctance, sent her here. ... With a monthly allowance of one hundred gold coins, she earns more than her father's annual salary, not to mention that her father has just been promoted a level, and if he were suddenly to be executed...

The high priest holds a prestigious position in the royal capital of Enoch, where the church has a profound foundation that spans over a thousand years. His influence can be said to surpass even that of the current prime minister, and the messenger does not dare to show him any disrespect

Are you saying that the Pope's envoy hit my son

Pope! Duke Seig, witnessing the destruction of his beloved wife's portrait, let out a heart-wrenching roar, his eyes nearly bursting with rage, the extent of his anger is unimaginable. "Tear down all the churches within the territory! You know what to do!"

Do not say you do not have it, I will take you to see the lord! Or work for me for a day.

Feeling soft-hearted this year, she instructed the maidservants to bring in lunch and said to them: "Everyone has worked hard these past few days, go and rest, just leave Mī Mī here."

It serves him right! It must be the messenger of the church who was rude and angered my father. He has long wanted to eradicate the church, to eliminate it completely. He took a detour to leave, thinking, "It is best to leave such a place as soon as possible"

In this way, the High Priest finally regained some face in front of Duke Seige: "Hmph, now you know! The king's messenger treats me with utmost respect, you should inquire more..." While the High Priest secretly restored his sense of balance, the atmosphere in the room began to change.

An officer suddenly shouted, "Don't want to live! Dare to slander the young lord!" The bystanders quickly shut their mouths and fled, leaving one person, Nian Te, in a state of bemusement. The officer glanced at him and added, "Actually, I have seen his childhood portrait; I never expected he would become so fat."

The public figure Seger turned his head to stare at the priest, making the priest's plump body feel somewhat uncomfortable: "What do you want to do?"

Nian Te lay on the haystack, unable to sleep the entire night. The song echoed irresistibly in his mind. Nian Te clearly remembered his feelings in the woods; the song was like a cheerful little stream flowing by, causing him to stop there for an hour, ultimately missing the time to enter the city

Nian Te felt that he was indeed a bit bad; as lunchtime approached, he suddenly remembered Mi Mi had not eaten anything since the night before. Because Nian Te had a broken leg, he had been eating in his room, while Mi Mi had been working the whole time he was eating

At this moment, the unfortunate knight of the church finally awaited his savior, as the high priest arrived with a letter personally signed by the pope and the king

Hello, pessimistic one! You still haven't found your intended partner, have you? The boss also laughed, saying, "I'll give you another red thread!"

After a while, Kelu finally managed to control his emotions: "Young Lord, our Kluet family has served your Rosmend family for generations. To speak frankly, you have no issues at all and there is absolutely no need for you to worry. However, you are currently at the age where worries are common, which is quite normal. It is typical for anyone between the ages of fourteen and twenty to feel troubled; this is entirely normal."

"Oh, my lord? I would very much like to meet you." Nian Te knew that the landowners likely had a penchant for kicking someone when they were down, especially when it came to bullying fallen noble youths. Nian Te casually pulled out a gold note worth 10,000 gold coins and said, "Please return it. Don't say you can't find it; I will send troops to behead you."

Sega reluctantly returned to the days of spending hours each day signing hundreds of documents, but upon gently pushing open the office door, he discovered an unexpected sight—Mi Mi was there, sweating profusely as she signed one document after another.

Nian Te, holding the reins, urged the little mare forward, charging into the dark woods. Just as he was hastily entangled with the small branches brushing against his face, a wretched song echoed from deep within the forest, and Nian Te found himself unable to resist listening.

***

Haha, perhaps by the time I return, my leg will be healed. As for Mi, he is not worried about the documents piling up. He has long wanted to run far away to have some fun. It is said that although Toyama Prefecture is quite small, the scenery is beautiful, and there is a flourishing of song and dance, filled with famous beauties.

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The high priest has seen all kinds of scenes, except for this one. A foot forcefully kicked the high priest's snow-white robe at the back, "Ah—!" The high priest recklessly plunged into the mud outside the castle, "You will face retribution!"

At this moment, several armored warriors dragged the nearly lifeless knight of the church over and forcefully threw him to the ground, waiting for Duke Seig to speak. The heavy battle axe of the captain of the guard was poised above his neck, seemingly eager to descend.

Folk songs, mountain songs, and hymns create a unique spectacle every few meters along the road. Outstanding young women call out to one another, while the young men dance incessantly. Those who cannot dance brandish their bows and arrows, each showcasing their own charm, surrounded by an enthusiastic crowd. The sound of applause indicates where the excitement lies, causing the pace of the people to fluctuate, sometimes hastening, sometimes slowing, and even retreating.

What happened to Mount Fuji Castle

He rides the mare alone, resembling a fallen nobleman

An officer from Toyama County exclaimed in anger: "So many unemployed drifters have suddenly arrived; we are not as affluent as Rose County, how can we support them! They refuse to settle down and work, claiming that our living conditions are poor, and they will return only when the storm passes and the church is revitalized. Is Rose County really that impressive? The people there are tone-deaf! Although they are indeed wealthy..."

Butler Kelu couldn't stop chuckling to himself. Nian Te glanced at him and said, "You've been with my family for over twenty years; am I really that bad?"

The carrier pigeons flew out swiftly, and within a day, all the churches within the territory were engulfed in flames. The cavalry mercilessly whipped any believers they encountered, while priests and clerics were chained together and driven out of the county. Those who managed to evade capture removed their clerical robes, donned farmers' clothing, and hid in vegetable fields to escape. No one in Rose County dared to associate with the church any longer

"If you are jealous, just say it." Year left with a faint smile, indicating that the church's propaganda was quite misleading. After walking a few steps, he came across a large church, where many expelled individuals were gathered in a chaotic manner at the entrance, and numerous clergy appeared dejected.

The butler rushed in, panting, and reported: "Young master has gone out riding with a cane, saying that he will recover sooner or later."

Prince Saige was indeed moved; relying on medication would take at least six months for a full recovery, and there was the risk of lingering side effects. However, if the church were to use magic, it would only take a day or two. After a moment of contemplation, Prince Saige decided to make an exception and invited the priest in: "If you heal my son's leg, I will release him"

Our young lord! Radiance ... ...

Nian nodded slightly, and the butler smiled deeply: "There is a saying that matches in social status, 'Chestnut Brother' should look for 'Plum Sister', it would be easier for you to find her in 'Plum Forest'! Even if you can't find 'Plum Sister', having a good time is still an experience."

Father Seig the Duke always angrily said: "They are parasites! They abuse the power of God without any scruples, as if they are sucking the blood of this world!"

However, the high priest possesses a unique set of skills. He took a chopstick from his pocket, recited an incantation, and green leaves sprouted from the chopstick. The high priest handed the chopstick to the guard and said: "Please inform the lord that His Holiness the Pope wishes to seek peace. It would be better to let me heal the young lord's leg first before discussing other matters"

Years held her chin with his hand and said in a very gentle tone: "Look at you, your eyes are completely swollen. I won't punish you; it has nothing to do with you. I care for you too much. Are you hungry? Why not eat something?"

Mireinia playfully laughed as she lightly skipped over a piece of black bread that had unfortunately been dropped in the center of the colorful stone path, the wind blowing her pant legs and revealing a small section of her socks that was whiter than snow

The guard has left, and the priest sits in the mud, covered in filth. The luxurious spring rain falls to the ground, pooling and turning into a muddy puddle. "Why is there sewage here of all places? Could it be intentionally left for me?" The priest sits despondently on the ground, rubbing his backside.

The year mysteriously asked: "Does your lord have a daughter?"

As Nian Te continued to move forward, he noticed a person who was likely a thief following him for a while. Observing that Nian Te had an injury on his leg and was dressed in luxurious clothing, the individual seemed to have ulterior motives. Nian Te stopped by a weapon shop to purchase a sturdy bow. While testing the bow from a distance of one hundred paces, he shot an arrow that struck the man's headscarf, embedding itself half an arrow's depth into the earthen wall. The man then fled in haste.

The Duke of Seg expressed satisfaction with his taciturnity, having reviewed the correspondence. King Hamas indeed requested his release. As for the Pope's letter, it was of no consequence whether he read it or not; he did not wish for churches to be scattered throughout his territory. He preferred that his subjects work when they had the strength, come to him with matters, rather than spend their days kneeling before a darkened altar, lamenting to a stone figure.

Goodbye!

I do not know how others perceive me, but our family has a fine tradition of education. When you started working at the age of fourteen, you were already superior to your father, unmatched within the territory. In fact, the vassals are fully aware of this; they have no doubts about your abilities, and it is precisely for this reason that they are particularly fearful.

It is high time to go out for a run. I particularly recall that the last time I inspected the territory was several years ago. The territory is vast, and the surrounding small countries combined could almost be comparable. Wuling City, being the county seat, is located relatively to the west, and traveling east to reach the fief of others is not an easy task; even with a fast horse, it would take seven or eight days.

A splendidly dressed officer jumped down from the back of the crane. His slightly frail body swayed slightly in the wind due to the long journey, and he held a document in his hands, politely saying: "I have met the Duke of Rose! Oh, the High Priest is also here"

The name "Mount Fuji Castle" is quite fitting, as there are only a few wealthy individuals in this county, all of whom reside here. Therefore, various celebrations are held, with festivities occurring every month, ranging from grand celebrations to smaller ones. Over the course of several hundred years, the musical literacy in Fujiyama County has significantly increased, with everyone being able to sing and dance, which has surprisingly become a characteristic feature. The church has established a base in the nearby Four-String Castle, specifically to train young girls for the choir.

Thank you, young master. The maids are already very tired and have gone out to eat. Mi immediately rushed over and knelt beside him: "I will feed you!"

I heard a girl singing in the woods... It was a hymn, praising the grace of God, and she must be in love with something, which is why the rhythm of her song was cheerful, overflowing with happiness. I can only interpret so much from the song, as I even feel a sense of timidity.

Oh no! Dad, Mom, I am sorry

There is a Qingcai Festival! You didn't know? The boss was working while explaining, "There is tea on the stove... Are you from out of town? Young people all enjoy lively events, go take a look, you might just meet a girl you fall for at first sight"

A little mare trotted along the street, and a large black horse pulling a cart was captivated by the little mare's beautiful coat. Ignoring its owner's whip, it pitifully followed behind. The little mare glanced back, flicked her tail across the other horse's face, and galloped away with Nian Te. Nian Te laughed heartily, completely unconcerned about the pain in his legs, and rode swiftly until he reached the outskirts of Mount Fuji City as night fell

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With this development, the church was on the brink of survival, as many believers defected, and a large number of steadfast parishioners were expelled from the county. Within just one week, some of the clergy who remained at their posts were already contemplating taking to the fields to farm.

Enough! Give me food! Give me food! Year after year, I brought Mī over, stuffing snacks into her mouth, but Mī couldn't swallow and started to cry softly.

"Don't be ridiculous! A good girl is certainly admired by everyone together," Nian laughed, "If everyone falls in love at first sight, wouldn't it turn into a harmful gathering!"

Ha, using a bow and arrow is most suitable when my legs are not convenient! Boss, please help me make it with seasoned cowhide, and give me two quivers of arrows, one with iron tips, one with fish tail arrows, and one with eagle feather arrows

Nian Te felt like a fool: "So it turns out last night was just a singing practice! It kept me awake all night!" He wanted to closely observe the singing oriole, but instead saw a fawn gracefully leap by the stream. In that moment, it seemed as if something had exploded; Nian Te could no longer hear or see anything, except for that song, except for that girl. His breathing was labored, yet his thoughts were clear. In that moment, it seemed as if something had exploded; Nian Te could no longer hear or see anything, except for that song, except for that girl. His breathing was labored, yet his thoughts were clear

He struggled painfully in the straw pile for years

Well, there are indeed so many files that need to be piled up

Things obtained through magic do not last long. To ordinary people, they may seem brilliant and dazzling, but in the eyes of the wise, they are merely a source of ridicule. What is better than that which is earned through labor? These truths are well understood, even by the clergy

Mi was pressed in Nian Te's embrace, and suddenly felt a gentle emotion flowing like a hot spring from his chest, gradually stopping her tears

In the small town of Toyama County, there stands a grand cathedral. Mireinia carefully combed her hair and used a beautiful multicolored hemp rope as a belt to tie her garment at an angle. She wore simple yet charming short socks and found herself a pair of small leather shoes.

"Damn it, still leaving a tail!" Duke Saige scolded as he threw the cake inside. The news spread quickly, and the kitchen sent over a large amount of kitchen scraps. In the end, a maid presented Duke Saige with a brick, and he rolled up his sleeves and slammed it down hard. The transmission array fell silent in an instant

"Meow!" This year is not particularly hungry, leaning back in the chair with my head in my hands, "You go ahead and eat first."

These bastards! He particularly feels wronged this year, and in fact, he does not quite understand why he dislikes the church so much; perhaps it is influenced by his family.

The knight cracked his whip with a loud "crack! crack!" and shouted, "Clear the way! Clear the way! Don't block the road, go into the city to dance! My lady, may I have the honor of serving you with my horse?" Among the crowd, someone shouted, "Abuse of power!" Amidst the laughter, the lady blushed as she took the knight's hand and mounted the horse, then continued to sing loudly.

"Enough with the nonsense, the grace of God and the church are not the same thing. I only know that every restless commoner starts with a bit of magic." Archbishop Seig pushed open the bedroom of Yante, but there was no one inside

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Ten minutes later, one of the roosters at the farmer's house was gone. Nian Te smiled and said, "It doesn't have to be too lavish, it's just breakfast!"

The Grand Duke of Saige was certainly furious with the church, prohibiting any emissaries from entering the country and demolishing several associated churches. Mi's face grew increasingly pale. Nian Te observed this and secretly laughed, each time placing his palm over his mouth to make his voice carry further.

Finally, in the year, he entered Fujiyama County, and the people here spoke of him with great disdain.