Chapter 10, Baptiste
Martin expressed his sincere gratitude for the generous assistance from Chiyan, and then the family went to find a hotel to rest. As they watched their carriage disappear into the crowd, Jedi turned to Chiyan and said politely, "I apologize for the trouble, but I could also ask for directions myself to find that place."
He has no family responsibilities, no career aspirations, and no entanglements of love, experiencing neither sorrow nor joy. He has no one to care about, nor does anyone care about him; in the realm of humanity, he exists in complete solitude
The exclusivity of these religions is very strong; once a religion establishes its leadership position, its followers will marginalize and suppress other sects. This city previously had many other religions founded by the followers of various deities, but after the Radiant Faith achieved absolute status, they were all dispersed. The Cult of Goddess Daji, due to its relatively minor influence and the fact that its followers are mainly concentrated in rural areas, was not subjected to persecution. It has become the only existing heretical sect in the city of Baptiste, apart from the Radiant Faith. This city previously had many other religions founded by the followers of various deities, but after the Radiant Faith achieved absolute status, they were all dispersed. The Cult of Goddess Daji, due to its relatively minor influence and the fact that its followers are mainly concentrated in rural areas, was not subjected to persecution. It has become the only existing heretical sect in the city of Baptiste, apart from the Radiant Faith.
Human emotions are exceedingly complex; even simple gestures and conversations carry profound meanings. It is certainly not the case that everything can be resolved solely through force. He enjoys such challenges
The Flame said, glancing at Jedi, "Do not look down on them; they do not wish for this kind of life, they merely have to survive in this way. Every noble believes that they are superfluous to existence, yet it is precisely they who pay taxes to support those above them"
However, the Empress's anger has yet to arrive. The audacity of Butani in taking such actions is undoubtedly influenced by numerous complex political forces behind the scenes. It is far from being as simple as Butani's aggression on the surface.
"Go away, go away, move further away. These distant guests have just arrived in Baptiste and have yet to find a place to settle down, so they have no time to attend to your business," the old postman said bluntly as he grabbed the young man's collar and tossed him aside.
"This is it," said Chiyan, pointing ahead at a dilapidated house. "There, that is the residence of your esteemed elder, and it is also the only location of the Daji Temple in this city"
The Temple of the Goddess Daji is located on Hugo Lane in the eastern part of the city. The temple is not large, reportedly because the goddess has always been neglectful of her religious duties. In fact, the Goddess Daji is an ancient deity, and she still has many followers, although they are mostly concentrated in towns and rural areas. In large cities like Baptiste, the most influential faith remains the Western Illuminated Church.
The flames stood firm, staring blankly at the crowd: "The last time I came, this market didn't exist; now the road is even harder to traverse"
Young master, young lady, would you like to purchase bonds? I have high-quality bonds from Elvis P. Goods Company and Keno Transport Company, which will yield you generous returns upon maturity. Of course, you can also liquidate them at any time; everyone knowledgeable at the securities trading center would be eager to buy them from you. A young man approached with a basket, which was filled with a stack of colorful printed bonds.
The messenger of God? Jedi suddenly felt that if this was how one had to live, it would be better to be a wolf, living freely and easily. He gritted his teeth and followed the blazing fire ahead, where the stench intensified. A narrow alleyway opened up into a vegetable market, where rotten vegetable leaves and unidentified garbage lay untouched, and the fish stalls emitted a foul odor that numbed the nose. Dirty children and disheveled adults jostled around in the market. He gritted his teeth and followed the blazing fire ahead, where the stench intensified. A narrow alleyway opened up into a vegetable market, where rotten vegetable leaves and unidentified garbage lay untouched, and the fish stalls emitted a foul odor that numbed the nose. Dirty children and disheveled adults jostled around in the market.
The King of the Wolf Tribe in the Western Plains of Warcraft, the ranger Jedi Sacker from World of Warcraft, has now become an envoy of the Daji Sect. This new identity brings him many novel sensations, although it also leaves him somewhat perplexed
A person's identity cannot be determined merely by the skin they wear. When mhetushu.com identifies him as a wolf, he exhausts himself trying to become a human. Yet, when he finally achieves his wish and transforms into a human, he finds himself at a loss as to where to go and what to do.
In this era, if a large city lacks effective management, the conditions in slums can be unimaginably filthy. The half-elf girl, Chiyan, who is naturally fastidious about cleanliness, furrowed her beautiful brows despite having been there before, trying her best to hold her breath, while Jedi pinched his nose.
The Flame smiled slightly and said, "It doesn't matter. I specifically went there to search for my father's whereabouts. Even though I have friends in Baptiste, it still took me a full half month to locate the Temple of Daji with their help. If you were to search for it on your own, it would likely take you much longer."
The postal vehicle of the small town, carrying Jedi who was filled with joy and eager to venture into the human world, passed through Dawn Canyon, traversed the picturesque Emerald Plains, rested for a day in Montecabini City, and then continued onward, getting closer to Batiste City.
The saying goes, "What is united must eventually be divided." This empire is indeed very ancient, and many rising lords have gradually developed ambitions. In order to maintain her rule, Empress Tracy, who has just ascended the throne for two years, has implemented numerous reforms to restrict the rights of the nobility. Various latent forces are stirring, and a single spark could ignite the entire situation; how could the Empress act rashly in issuing orders
In order to find my parents, I will go to hell if necessary
Upon arriving here, the carriage could no longer proceed along the rough and uneven road. The two individuals disembarked and continued on foot. A small-scale tannery emitted the odor of soaked hides and alkaline substances, while the open-air slaughterhouse was covered in blood. As the two passed by, countless flies took to the air from the ground.
Jedi said with a wry smile: "I truly admire you; elves are beautiful and fastidious, and you have the courage to come to this place."
With this development, the various kingdoms, principalities, dukedoms, and the Library State, eager to test the Empire's response, began to take action. They engaged in political alliances, formed factions, stockpiled provisions, and procured military supplies. Regardless of their political ambitions, or even if merely acting in self-defense, each kingdom started to mobilize. While the common people were perplexed by the Empire's reaction, the war machines of various factions were being armed at an accelerated pace, and the scent of gunpowder had already caused unease among those with keen senses.
Jedi listened thoughtfully, as he was trying to digest these words. Chiyan said, "Alright, let's squeeze through. At the end of this alley is the Temple of the Goddess. The last time I came, there was only one gentleman living there, and occasionally some poor people would go there to pray. However, at this hour, everyone is busy making a living, so there may not be anyone there."
After a comprehensive analysis of the various messages collected, the opportunistic Martin still preferred to engage with Duke Norman. The Duchy of Normandy is adjacent to the Duchies of Brittany and Croatia. Brittany has seized Croatia, effectively surrounding the Duchy of Normandy from both land and sea. It can be said that the Duchy of Normandy and the Kingdom of Croatia now share a common enemy.
Driving into the majestic Arc de Triomphe leads to the most bustling and lively avenue. This straight avenue leads to the Golden Dome District, which is the economic center of Normandia. More than two-thirds of the nation's wealth is concentrated there, gathering wealthy and successful merchants, reputable goldsmith bankers, tycoons from the transportation, manufacturing, and mining industries, as well as the securities trading center of the Duchy of Normandy.
On this continent, there are three major empires: the Ross Empire, which borders the Beastmen's Prairie to the west; the Soren Empire, which is adjacent to the Beastmen Kingdom to the north; and the Tagore Empire, which occupies the central and southern regions. The Tagore Empire has a history spanning a thousand years, making it the oldest empire, with numerous kingdoms and principalities within its borders. Over the centuries, countless conflicts have occurred between these kingdoms and principalities, but it is the first time that a nation has been openly annihilated.
Upon hearing this, Jedi's psychological expectations of the Daji Temple diminished significantly. Those hard, cold gold coins were far more enticing than the dreamlike divine power of Goddess Daji. It seems that in the money-centric world of Baptiste, Goddess Daji holds little appeal.
After much effort, the two individuals finally made their way out of the crowd and arrived at the end of the dead-end alley.
Everyone who is alive has their own mission. Martin is contemplating the restoration of the country, Helen and Princess Leah are focused on helping their brother, the hippo-like Sean is striving to be a loyal steward, Aegis is fulfilling the duties of a knight, and even the seemingly carefree half-elf Blaze, who appears to have the least ambition, has been busy searching for his biological parents over the years
The old postman Donald shook his head with a bitter smile and said, "The enthusiasm for wealth among the people here is like that of madmen. However, one cannot blame them; indeed, there are some penniless individuals who have speculated here and transformed into prominent figures, becoming immensely wealthy and wielding great power. This is a place where dreams can be realized"
The beautiful city of Baptiste resembles an ancient castle from a fairy tale, serving as the most important political, cultural, and economic center of the Duchy of Norman. The tall buildings stand in close proximity to one another, with bell towers, bridges, markets, squares, and churches, all exuding an air of antiquity and elegance.
The young people in the car are not dressed expensively, yet those who frequent the affluent district possess a keen eye. The demeanor and aura of these individuals reveal to the young man that they are of noble descent
"Hey! We have arrived, young masters and young ladies," the cheerful postman Donald jumped down from the carriage. This trip allowed him to pick up these young people along the way, earning him four gold coins, which was quite a substantial fortune for him
Now that her wish has been fulfilled, she will leave the Enchanted Forest with the Martin family and escort Jedi to catch up with the city of Baptiste before traveling the world. Everyone has their own set goals, living such fulfilling lives. Where does his own path lie? In any case, he feels that this kind of life is far more interesting than being a wolf, even if it is a wolf king.
Baptiste has finally arrived. Unlike the majority of the small overseas kingdom of Croatia, the ruler of the Duchy of Norman, although holding a title lower than that of Prichal, surpasses the Kingdom of Croatia in both land area and overall national strength.
All kingdoms and principalities are conferred by the Tagore royal family, and the blatant annexation directly challenges the authority of the royal family. Almost every commoner, upon hearing this news, exclaimed that Butani has gone mad, declaring that this duke will be reduced to ashes in the flames of the empress's wrath
"Young gentlemen, if you are interested in purchasing stocks or bonds from Norman & Company, please come find me. My name is Bartow, and everyone here knows me!" The young man continued to shout defiantly.
Along the way, the most frequently heard news was about the Kingdom of Croatia having been destroyed by the Duchy of Butania. This event has already caused a tremendous uproar within the Tegel Empire
The carriage drove out of the bustling Golden Summit District, turning onto a spacious avenue. Along the way, the varied heights of the architectural complexes were imposing and spectacular. Arched walkways, semi-circular arches, and protruding structures adorned the scene, along with the central monument of the Angel of Light, featuring its stone pillar and sculptures. Gradually, the carriage entered a low and dilapidated area of impoverished buildings.
Helen, however, did not have much trust in Duke Norman; the reputation of this noble was worse than that of the lion of Butani, who had annihilated the Kingdom of Croatia. However, as the Empire was unwilling to intervene, it seemed that for the time being, the only one willing to stand up for the Kingdom of Croatia was this Duchy of Norman. She had no choice but to reluctantly agree to engage with Duke Norman.
The street is permeated with the stench of excrement, while the corners of the houses emit the odor of urine. The scent of decaying wood from the ancient wooden houses mingles with the foul smell of rotting rats. Occasionally, as one passes through the narrow alley, the open windows of the residents' back kitchens release a nauseating odor of spoiled vegetables and mutton fat that lingers in the air