Chapter 19: The Priest of the Silver Lord
The first thing Annan did after entering the city was not to go to the mayor of Frozen Water Port to do a transfer of power.
Instead, they took the wounded first and went to the only church in the frozen water harbor.
The injuries of the other militiamen were not serious, the key was Leon and Jon - the two of them, one was frostbitten from Annan's cold contact, and the other was hit in the thigh by lead bullets, and the bullet remained in his body. Both were unconscious and unconscious.
The injuries of both of them must be treated immediately, otherwise it is likely that some life-threatening injuries will occur.
Coincidentally, Annan also wanted to see how the church in this world dealt with its wounds......
"But, my lordship...... We only have the church of the Silver Sir here. β
An older militiaman had the courage to whisper to Annan, "Priest of the Silver Lord, treatment costs money......
"Don't worry about money."
Annan didn't reply, but said flatly: "Jon was injured to protect the people of Frozen Water Harbor and to maintain my dignity as a lord. When I succeed as mayor, I will naturally pay for him to be cured.
And Leon ...... As long as he can sober up for a while. There is no need to heal his injuries completely. It doesn't cost much, does it...... Do the math? β
"That robber is a good man," said the middle-aged militiaman, as he recounted, "and if it is not thoroughly treated, the injury will only cost about ten shillings." But the gunshot wound ...... Luckily, it's on the legs, and it's about four gold pounds. β
Speaking of this, he cautiously glanced at Annan, lest this overly young little lord just said it casually with a good face, and became angry when he heard the price.
Seeing that Annan's face did not change, he secretly breathed a sigh of relief in his heart.
is worthy of being the child of the earl, but he is rich......
But what middle-aged people don't know is that Annan just has no concept of the world's money and purchasing power.
And it's not him who pays anyway.
Annan can only be sure that the former mayor of this money frozen water port will definitely be able to pull it out.
Because when he was on the ship, the small purse that Don Juan carried with him contained eight gold coins and more than a dozen silver coins. This should only be the extent of pocket money, because considering Don Juan's age, the money he brought should be in the hands of the butler.
Since the pocket money that Don Juan brought with him was at least eight gold coins, there was no reason why the mayor couldn't afford to pay it.
Just like Annan said to the middle-aged man before - Jon was injured to protect the people of Frozen Water Harbor and to preserve my dignity as a lord. Are you embarrassed not to treat him?
If you're kind, then don't be the mayor at all.
Don Juan was supposed to succeed him as lord of the North Sea Domain, and the deep-water port was only the city with the best infrastructure, and it was the first town he saw after disembarking.
In other words, the territory that Annan now controls is actually not just such a small town. He still has the right to remove at least one mayor.
If the mayor is smart enough, let him break the bank and avoid disaster. If he is stupid, it makes sense to drag him down.
Thinking of this, Annan opened his mouth and asked again: "And what about the injuries of those of you?" How much does it cost to deal with it together? β
This complex mathematical calculation clearly stumped the middle-aged militia.
He looked back for a moment, his mouth full of words.
He muttered with some embarrassment: "Probably...... How is it ......"
"βa total of five pounds, eight shillings, plus thirteen and three-quarters pence...... Your Lordship. β
It was a man who spoke quickly and dressed neatly: "For your sake, the odds will be wiped off." Five pounds plus eight shillings, thank you for your patronage. β
Annan stopped when he heard this, and looked back at the man who spoke.
It was a red-haired young man who looked about twenty-seven or eighteen. His crimson hair was neatly combed back, and his muscular figure of at least 1.8 meters or more made him look quite oppressive.
He was wearing a white gown resembling a long suit, and the fabric was very good. And in the pocket of his front chest, he carried a half-exposed, rather large silver pocket watch. The pattern on the pocket watch is exactly the same as on the silver coin, and the other end of the pocket watch is tied to his neckline.
But unlike the red-haired man's businessman's tone, the militiamen's attitude towards him was very respectful. Unlike the reverence for Annan, which is a mixture of awe and distantness, it is more akin to the visceral respect for a doctor or a teacher.
They bowed deeply to the red-haired man and reached out to their neckline and heart.
"Hail to the silver coin, Lord Louis."
The militiamen said respectfully to the man named Louis.
Louis only smiled and took out the pocket watch, snapped it open at the neckline, and replied to them: "May you also be loved by Silver Lord today." β
Seeing the morning light reflected by the silver pocket watch, Annan felt as if his body was warmer.
And he knew very well that this was not his delusion:
[You have been blessed by the god of trade, "Silver Sizzle"]
[In the next 24 hours, you will be more likely to get a windfall]
Synchronously, such a system prompt appeared in front of his eyes.
β¦β¦ It turned out to be a righteous god in charge of money.
So Annan immediately obeyed his inner thoughts and saluted Louis with the same respect.
"Lord Louis, why are you here?"
A young militiaman with a bloody mouth on his arm asked, seemingly unafraid of the godly priest, "Don't you usually spend a day in the temple?" β
"That's because you're up too late, Alan."
Louis chuckled helplessly: "I go out for morning exercises every morning after the morning prayers." Yinjue teaches us that we always breathe the morning air, and that diligence will bring wealth. β
"By the way, Lord Louis."
Annan interrupted their conversation: "Let's take a look at their injuries first. Jon had a gunshot wound and I think it needs to be treated as soon as possible...... The money is recorded first, and the mayor of the town is asked to pay it back, and I told him that I said it. β
"I'll take a look."
Hearing this, Louis's face became slightly serious.
He walked over to the unconscious Jon, took a polished silver coin from his bosom, placed it on his forehead, and flicked his fingers.
I saw that the silver coin made a long beep of "Zheng-". Then it was almost half black.
Then he picked up the coin and flicked it in the air. The black mark faded.
He placed the silver coin on Leon's forehead and measured it as well. This time, more than two-thirds of the silver coins have been blackened.
"The injuries are dangerous. I'll have to take them away first, my lord. β
As he spoke, Louis put away the silver coins, put the two of them directly on his shoulders, and confirmed to Annan again: "This person just needs to rescue him back, right?" β
"Yes."
Annan nodded.
The young militia on the side was not afraid and shouted: "He is the head of those robbers last time!" They are here again today, and they have been defeated and captured by the lord! Don't let him have a good timeβ"
An older militiaman next to him quickly tugged at his arm, motioning for him not to talk so much in front of the lord.
Annan glanced at him with some curiosity.
These militias ...... It doesn't seem to be particularly intimidating of him. But this is not because of the poor mountains and rivers here, they have become unafraid of authority. And only because young people are not particularly afraid of authority.
But that's not the case with the old people. As Annan expected, they were still in awe of the identity of "Don Juan".
Is it because of the mayor?
Looks like I really have to see him.
"Then let's go find the mayor first, and please deal with their injuries first."
Annan said politely to Priest Louis.
Louis was also a little surprised to see that Annan was so polite to him.
Then he quickly smiled and nodded: "Wrap it up on me."
"In the name of Sir Silverβsince I have received the money, I will do good things for you."