Chapter 8, Do You Want to Become a Translator

"Of course I have heard of it, I also know about Assassin's Creed," Joseph thought to himself, and then said, "Of course, I certainly know about it"

Ah, mere mortal, the endless treasure lies before you, yet you lack the eyes to see it. " Amang continued in that lyrical tone, "Do you love gold? With it, the treasures of Alibaba and Alexander will burst open before your eyes; do you love fantasy? Drink it, and the infinite cosmos and the profound ocean will embrace you; are you passionate about power? Drink it, and you will become Caesar, become Augustus, become Alexander. Is this not enticing enough?

If you are not under financial pressure, then being his assistant is quite good, as you can learn a lot. However, you may not know that my uncle... ah, he is my elder and also the pride of all of France, I should not say anything about him. But apart from Jesus, no one is perfect. My uncle is the same, from a certain perspective... Have you read Shakespeare's "The Merchant of Venice"?

Aman said, "Aren't you short on money? Someone asked me to find someone to help translate the poetry and plays of Shakespeare and Milton. The remuneration he offered is quite good, not much less than what you would earn by dropping out to work. Well, in fact, your education does not cost much; if you live simply enough, you might even save a little. You could study while taking on more of this kind of work, and if your family could be a bit more frugal, supporting you for a year shouldn't be a big issue. After a year, you will graduate and have the opportunity to earn much more than you do now."

Joseph nodded

"Joseph, you are still not yet fifteen years old," Armand said, "Even if you want to start working, it is still a bit early. You are still a year away from graduation. If you drop out now, it would not only be a pity, but also the salary you could earn by going directly to work now would be significantly less than what you could earn after graduating and obtaining your certificate.

I hope to return, Joseph said, who would want to leave Paris? However, you know I have several brothers and sisters. The sisters are one thing, but the brothers all need to study, which is quite a significant expense. If something were to happen to my father, as the eldest son in the family, I must step up and take on the responsibilities of the family

What exactly is it? Joseph furrowed his brow and said. He was well aware that in this era, it was a time when various psychoactive substances were widely abused

Thank you for your high praise," Amang Tian shamelessly replied

Then you should also know about the old man in the mountains who wanted to assassinate Philip Augustus. It is said that he ruled over a prosperous valley, flanked by towering mountains—his legendary name originates from this place. According to legend, in that mysterious valley, there is a garden of his, where, as Marco Polo stated, he cultivated a type of celestial herb

So it is like this... Joseph also followed suit

Perhaps if you drop out of school and start working a year early, the salary you could earn would not even be half of what you could earn after enduring another year of study... Your family is noble... Of course, I know that there is a significant difference between the nobility of Corsica and that of France... You see, I am referring to the economic difference, not others. However, nobility is nobility; even a poor noble is only relatively poor compared to other nobles. You see, I am referring to the economic difference, not others. However, nobility is nobility; even a poor noble is only relatively poor compared to other nobles. Therefore, I think your family will always find a way to support you for another year.

You beast! Joseph exclaimed hastily

Joseph knew that what Armand said was not entirely true; someone had indeed asked him to find someone to translate the poetry and plays of Shakespeare and Milton. The real situation was that someone had actually asked Armand to translate these works.

Let me tell you, this crystalline liquid is the jade nectar that the youthful goddess Hebe once offered to the god-king Zeus, who wields thunder and lightning. It is a divine substance bestowed upon His followers by the Muse... Come, give it a try; it can bring you all kinds of dreams and inspirations, allowing you to forget all your sorrows. " Armand replied in an exaggerated tone reminiscent of a recitation from "Theocritus"

Joseph knew that Armand's uncle, Lavoisier, was one of the greatest scientists in France, but he also understood that Armand likely did not slander his uncle. Lavoisier was filled with a thirst for wealth. Therefore, even during the time of the Revolution, despite knowing that as a noble he was not favored by the ruling Jacobins, he still took risks engaging in tax farming, hoarding, and speculation, ultimately leading to his execution by guillotine. Thus, even during the time of the Revolution, despite knowing that as a noble he was not favored by the ruling Jacobins, he still took risks engaging in tax farming, hoarding, and speculation, ultimately leading to his execution by guillotine

Ah, Joseph, how much joy your life will lose because of this! However, perhaps you really do not need much of it, as you are never short of sparks of inspiration. Moreover, your attitude towards food is somewhat similar to that of my uncle. " Armand said, "Hmm, what illness does your father have?"

What is this? Joseph furrowed his brow and asked. Regarding those unknown things, Joseph did not have much of an impulse to put them in his mouth, which indicates that before his journey, he was certainly not a glutton.

"Amang, this is what someone asked you to translate, right? If I take it over, wouldn't that be taking your money?" Joseph said

"Why?" Joseph asked

"Not bad, it might even be slightly better than my French," Joseph replied, "What is it?"

"Have you heard of Saracens?" Armand asked

Hi, I am so busy these days, when do I have time to do these things? You see, I have to enjoy the divine nectar of the goddess of youth, Hebe, while simultaneously dealing with my entire company of mistresses... Oh my, where do I find the time for such boring matters? If I spend my youth sitting at a desk, my mistresses will surely end up in the beds of Fabio or some other guy I don't even know... It's just that the person asking me is my friend, and I can't refuse... If you are willing to do it, that would truly liberate me!" Amang replied in an exaggerated tone.

"Indian hemp!" Joseph said

That's right, it's this thing! "Aman said with an exaggerated smile, "What do you think, would you like to give it a try?"

"Thank you very much," Joseph replied sincerely. "By the way, do you think I could work as an assistant to your uncle after I graduate?"

"What? Be his assistant?" Ah Mang's eyes widened, "Ah, my friend, with your level of mathematics and natural philosophy, this is certainly not a problem. However, I do not recommend that you work as an assistant to my renowned uncle after graduation"

His voters, those assassins, only need to consume it to ascend to heaven in advance. After experiencing the utmost joy of heaven, they all believe that serving that old man will allow them to enter that heaven forever. Therefore, whoever that old man instructs them to kill, they will do so. Even if it requires trekking to the ends of the earth, to the side of the golden apple tree that Hercules once visited; or facing torture, even beheading. They fear nothing, for they believe that it is merely a means to ascend to the heaven they once briefly visited. My friend, today the key to that heaven lies before you

"It is still uncertain," Joseph said sadly, "but the doctors suspect that he has developed a tumor in his stomach, which is causing continuous ulceration and bleeding. In any case, it is extremely dangerous, and the doctors have almost no solutions. They estimate that he cannot hold on for much longer. Perhaps I will soon have to leave school and return to Corsica."

In fact, with your abilities, coupled with the prestige of Louis the Great School, finding a suitable job is not difficult. " Armand said, "For instance, for you, becoming a priest in a black robe is actually quite easy. Of course, being a priest theoretically requires giving up many things, but in reality, it is another matter entirely. You know, many popes have had mistresses. Pope Alexander VI may have even had relations with his own daughter... Of course, being a priest theoretically requires giving up many things, but in reality, it is another matter entirely. You know, many popes have had mistresses. Pope Alexander VI may have even had relations with his own daughter... Truly... it is quite enviable!

Aman is quite good-looking, comes from a good background, and his family is wealthy, which indeed makes him very attractive to women. He himself often likes to compare himself to Don Juan (a typical libertine from European medieval legends, similar to the Chinese term "Deng Tuzi"), so it is not uncommon to see different women around him. However, to claim that he has a long-term mistress would certainly be an exaggeration

The great mathematician Lagrange once lamented: "It takes France a hundred years to produce such a brilliant mind, yet they managed to cut it down in just a second." However, even Lagrange, who made such a statement, did not believe that Lavoisier had not committed the acts that the Jacobins accused him of

"Enough, Armand, you are not on stage, nor are you performing 'Le Cid'. Be clear, what exactly is this thing?" Joseph's tone had become somewhat impatient.

"Will you come back?" Arman asked

"No, no, no," Joseph hurriedly said, "Amang, you know that I have always been resistant to these peculiar things when it comes to food."

In certain respects, he is somewhat similar to Sherlock from within. Therefore, if you are under financial pressure, having him as an assistant is not a good choice said Armand with a wry smile

Joseph shook his head and said: "My friend, our family's financial situation is more serious than you can imagine. The impoverished nobility you speak of refers to the impoverished nobility of France. However, the impoverished nobility of Corsica is even poorer than that of France. You see, Corsica has just gone through a war, and the war has caused tremendous destruction to wealth. Moreover, initially, France did not recognize the noble status of Corsica. Although it was later conditionally recognized, obtaining this recognition also required money. Furthermore, it required a significant amount of money. This has nearly drained our family. Therefore, today, our family is much poorer than you might think."

"Alright, alright," Armand said, "but I still think... by the way, how is your English?"