Chapter 1182 It is normal to ask God to come
With just a look, General Bloodclaw's monstrous flames were completely suppressed. His huge shoulders collapsed involuntarily, and he respectfully obeyed the order: "Yes."
"Strictly speaking, the Kingdom of Amn is not a real kingdom, but a complex of interests. From top to bottom, interests are the priority. Going to war directly with such a country will only force them to unite and make them become more Powerful.”
Everyone stood up and saluted at the same time: "Madam!"
The one who had just spoken was Zalanda, who had finished breastfeeding. Although she was on the Queen, she knew the conversation here clearly. This was the Queen's voyeuristic ability.
Zalanda's eyes fell on Raymond and asked with a smile: "I wonder if the City Lord is interested in becoming a masked councilor of Amn?"
"Me? Become the Masked Councilor of Amn?" Raymond pointed at himself in disbelief and asked repeatedly, "Is it possible?"
"What's not allowed?" Zalanda asked, "Isn't the biggest criterion for becoming a masked member of the Kingdom of Amn wealth?
Your Ritawen is now not only an indispensable transit hub on the Vihonmulan trade route, but also located on the Route of the Conquerors. It is an out-and-out trade crossroads, and the volume and importance of trade are increasing day by day.
With our support behind you, and Sharptooth's acquiescence, the success rate of this matter cannot be said to be 100%, but it is very high, and it is worth giving it a try. ”
"What do you mean, Lord Road Builder?" City Lord Raymond's eyes fell on Gavin involuntarily.
He knows very well who is really in charge.
"The Lord of Zalanda means what I mean." Gavin responded with a smile.
It was not a coincidence that Zalanda appeared at this time, but he secretly called her down.
He could also say this, but it would be better to leave it to Zalanda to sell Lord Raymond.
Originally, he wanted to ask Sharptooth to get a masked parliamentary identity for him, but when he thought about it, it was not necessary at all.
How could he have so much energy to scheming with those masked congressmen?
The Kingdom of Amn is a big whirlpool - a whirlpool of internal strife, with not two but three forces.
In addition to the two old enemies, the ancient blue dragon and Xia En VII, there is also the shadow thief mentioned by Lord Raymond.
If they get involved again, it will be the fourth strand.
Like the ancient blue dragon and Xia En VII, directly supporting one's own agents is the right way.
Raymond, the lord of Retavin City, which is part of the Kingdom of Amn, is the best candidate.
"Then our covenant will be stranded?" Even though Raymond was quite wealthy, he couldn't help but beam with joy, and his gray beard was twisted into a twist.
Becoming the Masked Councilor of Amn was something he had been striving for for half a century.
The geographical location of Retavon City is too remote, too far from the political center of the Kingdom of Amn, so its influence is naturally relatively weak.
Most importantly, he lacks a strong backing.
"Becoming a Masked Councilor does not conflict with signing a covenant with us." Gavin said, "On the contrary, this will become your biggest trump card in becoming a Masked Councilor.
The specialties of everyone here will become your specialties. Through your hands, we will start large-scale trade with the Kingdom of Amn. We will provide you with trade support, and you will be responsible for striving for the greatest benefits for us. ”
"Dalauma's cloth, Colossus City's steel, Blood Gap City's livestock, Wildas Forest's fruits... hiss..." City Lord Raymond took a brief inventory and couldn't help but take a breath of air.
This is all real hard currency. Even if you don't become a masked councilor of Amn, you can easily open the market of the Kingdom of Amn.
After all, they are now at a critical moment in developing the New World. They need to continuously transfuse blood there, and the demand for these war supplies is very high.
Even though those masked members knew that they were Gavin and Zalanda's agent, they would have to pinch their noses to allow themselves to join the six-person council.
After figuring out the key, City Lord Raymond asked neatly: "Your Excellency, what do you need me to do at that time?"
"If you can become a masked member of the Kingdom of Amn, I need you to help me implement two things." Gavin said straightforwardly, "First, help me vigorously promote the road construction of the Kingdom of Amn.
It doesn’t matter whether the Kingdom of Amn builds it on its own or hires a construction team from me, as long as it is implemented. ”
He has not forgotten what his true core of development is.
Lord Raymond laughed and said: "This is natural. After all, this is something that is beneficial to everyone, especially after their bulk trade with us begins. It is inevitable to repair roads and improve transportation convenience.
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Don't worry, Mr. Road Builder, no matter whether I can become a masked member or not, I will do my best to implement this matter. ”
"The second thing is to help me promote this new currency and let it gradually replace the Dana gold coin." Gavin flicked a double god coin to Lord Raymond and said, "No matter what kind of gold coin, silver coin or copper coin, I They will be exchanged for recycling at the same original value and then recast.”
"Recasting currency? This is a big project, and the consumption involved is not small. Whether it is currency depreciation or recasting, it will cause losses..."
City Lord Raymond was not only a spellcaster, but also a financial master, and he was well aware of the risks involved in this matter. However, after seeing the portraits on the two divine coins, he immediately stopped.
The image of the Goddess of Wealth is blatantly printed on it, which means that this matter is supported by the Church of Woking, the Goddess of Wealth.
Judging from Gavin's previous behavior style, it is not impossible to get the consent of Wojin, the goddess of wealth.
Moreover, the heads of Gavin and the goddess of wealth, Wojin, are placed together one after the other, which has a deeper meaning. It is not just as simple as promoting currency, but may also be involved with faith.
Then there is no way to measure it with money.
Mayor Raymond replied with practical actions: "If it is combined with our series of specialties, this matter is not difficult. We, Ruitawen, will be the first to respond and promote the new currency within us."
"This matter is not that urgent. Our mint has not yet started construction. If we want to see a large number of new currencies, we have to wait until at least the middle of this year."
Gavin conservatively estimated, "I haven't communicated well with Waking Church yet. This is a step-by-step process. You just need to cooperate when the time comes."
"That would be easier." Raymond said with a smile, "Ms. Watkin's faith is very common in Amn. The golden spire of Ascaltra City is the largest Watkin temple in the surrounding area, smaller than the one in Amn. The town is even bigger, and even if the lady disappears, there is an endless stream of people going to worship her every day.”
In a country obsessed with wealth, it is only natural that the faith of the Lady of Fortune should flourish.
"That's all for now." Gai Wen said earnestly, "Don't look at our alliance with a narrow vision.
We gather here not to seek kingship and hegemony, but to seek better development, seek more benefits for our people, build our homeland stronger, and unite more people to our side. Many Things come to you unexpectedly. ”
His words were no longer just to Raymond, but to everyone present.
"You, the road builder, have a mind that we cannot match. We feel ashamed in front of you."
"It's no wonder that Your Excellency, the Road Builder, can become a demigod and be appreciated and blessed by the gods. Your intentions and starting points are far beyond the realm of ordinary people. It is normal for them to be inferior to you."
"Well said, let us drink to the Lord the road builder and to our people."
"Cheers!"
All the city lords and lords present were full of praise for Gavin's words, which directly sublimated the purpose of this alliance to a whole new level.
This kind of developmental alliance can benefit all members, whether they are elves and druids who respect nature, or bloodthirsty and warlike hobgoblins, they can all get what they want.
Amidst the laughter and laughter, everyone quickly finalized a huge order and found a clearer direction for the development of the territory.
Many things that originally caused them great headaches are solved here in minutes, and their shortcomings are the other's strengths. This is the real value of trade and cooperation.
This winter feast lasted for three full days and three nights. Gavin no longer participated in many details and left it to the city lords and lords to decide on their own.
They do not come alone, but have a dedicated staff team responsible for specific matters in all aspects.
The brothers are still settling accounts!
Let alone an alliance, the interests that should be fought for must still be fought for. After all, this involves the development of one's own city and territory. As long as it doesn't violate the general tone he has set, Gavin basically doesn't interfere directly.
With the signing of each trade, it can be predicted that the inland trade routes between Tethyr and the Kingdom of Amn will become extremely busy, and the trade will become extremely prosperous, which will inject great vitality into this land.
At the same time, they also agreed on the time for the next Winter Feast.
They unanimously decided to make this alliance a normal event and hold it regularly every year, which would play a positive role in promoting the development of the territory.
It’s just that the next alliance meeting place will no longer be Serenagde Peak, but Darauma City.
I chose this place mainly as a witness to the transformation of the Earth Bear's priesthood. There won't be such a grand event next time, so it will be based on convenience.
Darauma City is only tentatively decided. If there are similar events in other places, it will naturally be based there, and we will make a short notice when the time comes.
Gavin is happy to see this happen.
Just as the Winter Feast was coming to an end, Gavin welcomed the second group of visitors—the members of the Gnomish Invention Committee of Lantan Island.
Compared to the uninvited ancient blue dragons, this group of visitors was planned, but the time was originally uncertain.
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The drawings and new industrial materials Gavin had given previously were full of fatal temptation for these dwarfs who love to invent.
This can be seen from the number of people who came. There were more than twenty people, each with a quasi-legendary professional level (level 18). It is estimated that the entire invention committee received the news from the dwarf spokesman Deronl. , came out in full force.
After these dwarf inventors saw the Earth Stone, they couldn't move their legs.
"Eternal energy source, this is the eternal energy source that we have always dreamed of. If the earth fire is not extinguished, there will be inexhaustible energy here. With it, many devices are no longer just imaginary, but It can be implemented.”
"It is not enough to have an energy source alone. We also need supporting facilities to fully develop and utilize the energy of this energy source."
"Its principle is the same as the energy supply device of the elemental gun, but it is larger and connected to the earth's veins and earth fire."
These dwarf inventors saw the greatest use of the Earth Stone at a glance, and they all danced excitedly.
Stable energy supply has always been the real reason why their mechanical applications cannot be implemented.
The emergence of elemental energy concentrators has completely opened a new door for them, and a whole new world is waiting for them.
After these dwarf inventors digested the scene in front of them, Gavin asked: "Masters, can we talk about future cooperation?"
"How are you going to cooperate, Mr. Road Builder?" the leader of the dwarf inventor asked.
"You will provide the people and I will provide the funds to build a joint invention laboratory here to conduct comprehensive research on the application of elemental concentrators. Then I will build a production workshop based on these developments and carry out large-scale production and sales, so that your Applied inventions are no longer on the shelf, but can benefit all people," Gavin said straight to the point.
These gnome inventors will be the final piece of the magical manufacturing puzzle.
From research and development to production, everything is available, and many things can start to be implemented. It is just a matter of scale.
After these dwarf inventors looked at each other, they asked again: "How big is the investment scale of the United Invention Laboratory?"
"It starts with at least one million, and there is no upper limit. It depends on whether your invention can create corresponding value. I guarantee that more than 30% of the proceeds will be invested in subsequent scientific and technological research and development." Gavin did not fill the sky. Make an offer, but tie it all to these gnome inventions.
Regarding the abilities of these dwarf inventors, he had only heard about them and had no real knowledge.
Who knows whether it is a well-deserved reputation or a false reputation?
"It's very reasonable." The dwarf inventor didn't think Gavin's conditions were harsh, but took it for granted, "But we still have a few conditions."
"What are the conditions? Tell me."
"First of all, all our new inventions and creations should be dedicated to the miracle worker."
"The miracle worker." Gavin's eyes flickered and he asked curiously, "How to dedicate it to him?"
Miracle Worker is another name for Gond, the god of crafts and forging. He is also known as the King of Blacksmiths and is in charge of skills, crafts, construction and forging.
It is currently a weak divine power. With the rapid development of Faerun's technology, it will become a medium divine power in the near future.
The priesthood held by this god is also closely related to his own development and complements each other.
His inventions and creations will promote changes in production methods and are the best way to improve productivity and make development faster.
The financial and material resources generated by rapid development can be fed back into inventions.
The potential of this god is also unlimited, and he possesses the appearance of powerful divine power.
The dwarf inventor replied without thinking: "All you need to do is burn the rubbing version of the manufacturing blueprint and present it to the miracle worker."
Gavin immediately turned to look at the legendary arcanist and said, "Have the manufacturing drawings for the elemental energy concentrator been made?"
Filancini understood it and took out a pile of parchment and handed it to him and said, "It's been done a long time ago."
After Gavin took it, without saying a word, a ball of flames came out of thin air, directly ignited the stack of parchment, and said loudly: "Miracle messenger, creator of all things, I dedicate to you the method of making elemental energy concentrators. , please show up and discuss future development together.”
Since they are followers of Gond, the god of crafts and forging, what's there to say?
Talking directly to this god is much simpler and less troublesome than grinding your teeth with them.
"What are you doing?"
"Are you trying to summon the Miracle Worker?"
"Praise the miracle worker, he actually succeeded."
These dwarf inventors had obviously not yet understood Gavin's method of inviting the gods to appear at every turn. They were so shocked that the glasses on their noses almost fell off in shock, and they let out incredible screams.
The smoke emitted when the manufacturing drawings of the elemental energy concentrator were burned condensed in the air and eventually gathered together, transforming into the appearance of a dwarf, changing from virtual to real, and appeared in front of everyone.
His outfit is very similar to the dwarf inventors in front of him. He wears a huge sun hat and multi-pocket overalls. His body is filled with all kinds of delicate and small work - locks, hooks, small axes, pliers, etc. Small saw, etc., the whole thing is a walking tool kit.
Gond is not a dwarf god, but a human god.
But in the Year of Turmoil, his saint came to Lantan Island in the form of a dwarf and sought refuge there. From then on, when he appeared in the continent of Faerûn, he mostly appeared in the form of a dwarf.
His followers have several interpretations of this incident.
The most commonly accepted theory is that Gond is very fond of the dwarf race because their racial nature fits his priesthood.
However, Gavin has his own interpretation. Gond is using this method to expand his priesthood-inventing the priesthood.
Before this, Gond was regarded more as a protector of craftsmen. There were obvious deficiencies in research and invention.
It wasn't until he came to Faerûn as a saint that countless dwarfs regarded him as a dwarf, Nebelun, the God of Invention, that he shone in this area and stepped onto the fast track to rapid improvement in divine power.
Gond's dwarf incarnation was unsmiling, and nodded to Gavin: "Your Excellency, the Road Builder, is truly worthy of your reputation. You are the first person to step into the ranks of the gods in such a short period of time. No wonder the Lord of Wisdom has been treating you so hard." Praise and treat with special regard. ”
The lord of wisdom is Ogma, the god of knowledge, and Gond is one of his gods.
"The Miracle Worker is overrated." Gavin responded humbly, "I just followed the development trend of the entire era. Even the gods cannot stand still. If I fail to keep up with the development trend, I will eventually be eliminated. Eliminated.”
He has long developed the ability to speak to any god he meets.
Talking about development and construction in front of the gods of nature is asking for trouble. What they like most is the protection of nature.
(End of chapter)