Chapter 93 Artwork!
Baron Gus is quite lucky.
Although I didn't see Knight Commander Mel, at least Sheriff Adlai was always here, and he finally didn't embarrass him again.
Humbling not to neglect the baron's invitation, Adlai also dressed up and then rode his horse to the gate of the town.
"Dear Mr. Gus, what brought you here?"
It has nothing to do with Knight Commander Timmel, Baron Gus said with his chin raised.
"Winter is coming soon. As the lord of Silverpine Town, I have to see how the people are preparing for the winter..."
Hearing this answer, Adlai had a surprised expression on his face, wondering which play this guy was singing.
Which lord would patrol his territory wearing a suit of plate armor?
Besides, Gus is not good at martial arts at all. Even the last demon king couldn't make him wear armor. Why did he still have a whim after winter?
However, this is not an important thing in the first place.
Adlai did not care why Baron Gus came here, but was secretly happy that he had finally waited for this once-in-a-lifetime opportunity.
Him The Demon King gave him a task last month, asking him to find a way to sell silk fabrics spun from crypt spider silk to the local lords.
Although Adlai wanted to show it to Mr. Baron, he was unable to find a suitable opportunity, so the matter has been postponed until now.
Now this opportunity has finally come.
In order to fully demonstrate the features and advantages of that product, he also specially changed into a set of lightweight skirt armor, and then put the white socks that were as long as his pants on his legs.
Him, he thought his knees would tremble due to the cold, but he didn’t expect that the seemingly thin fabric was surprisingly warm?
Of course, it may not be his thick leg hair that keeps him warm.
In short, it is great to be able to block the wind.
"It is truly an honor for the people of Silverpine Town to have such a kind, kind and generous lord like you... Dear Mr. Baron, where would you like to start your inspection?"
Those are...
Pants?
It seems not.
The silk fabric that hugs the muscle curves perfectly shows the toned contours of the legs without appearing too deliberate and revealing.
The most important thing is that while showing off the muscle lines, this thing also covers the unsightly leg hair very well!
Of course, Gus would never admit that he was attracted by those legs. In terms of the lines of his leg muscles, he would never lose to a mere servant.
Just that... uh, pants? He really couldn't take his eyes away.
This is purely out of appreciation for strength and beauty!
The Kingdom of Lane is the home of knights.
Although the martial virtues in this knight's hometown today are far inferior to those hundreds of years ago, on the whole the people here are still martial.
Even Gus himself.
Although he wasted the extraordinary power in his blood, for the sake of face at the banquet, he would still find time to exercise his muscles on weekdays.
Otherwise, he wouldn't be able to hold up this plate armor.
That’s right!
He was just appreciating the art!
As Adlai expected, when Baron Gus noticed the difference in his attire, his eyes immediately stuck to his legs and couldn't move away.
Although this sight made people's skin crawl all over, Adlai was willing to risk everything in order to hold the Demon King's thigh tightly.
"Please follow me."
The group headed towards the granary.
What is different from the past is that this time Baron Gus is exceptionally quiet, his eyes wandering around erratically, as if he is thinking about something.
Perhaps realizing that it was too rude to keep staring at other people's legs, he tried hard to focus on the surrounding townspeople.
It is noon now.
The adventurers are either in the maze or wandering around in his forest. Most of the people who stay in the town are farmers on his territory.
At present, these mud-legged people should be well prepared for the winter, and they even have time to squat on the roadside and eat pine nuts.
Baron Gus couldn't help but silently pondering in his mind whether the land rent could be increased again next year...
But compared to the land rent, what he is actually more concerned about now is Adlai's legs... Bah! To be precise, the pants on those legs.
Obviously thinking about the land rent, his eyes drifted unconsciously to the color as white as snow.
Gus suddenly realized that he actually needed this thing.
On the Holy Day next month, Duke Campbell’s eldest son plans to hold a grand banquet in Thunder City and entertain all the nobles above the baron level in the entire principality!
Some people say that this was a preparation for the eldest son to inherit the throne of the Grand Duke.
If this is the case, he cannot miss this excellent opportunity!
Compared to a fiefdom that he couldn't show off at the banquet, a pair of fashionable pants was obviously more important to him at this moment.
He dared to make a bet.
If you appear at the banquet wearing this, you will definitely become the most dazzling presence at the entire banquet!
Perhaps it will be appreciated by the future Grand Duke!
As a baron in peacetime, this is his only chance to shine.
Noticing the Baron's absent-mindedness, Adlai figured it was time, so he controlled the horse's speed and leaned next to the Baron.
Seeing that the Baron acquiesced to his "transgression", he knew that the opportunity had come, so he opened the conversation with a smile and took the initiative to lead the topic to what the Baron was interested in.
"Sir Gus, please forgive me for asking... Is there anything about the way I dress today that makes you concerned? No offense, I'm just worried that my appearance may displease you..."
"Displeased? How could it be? No... uh, I mean, where did your pants come from?" Gus glanced at his legs hastily, and then looked away pretending not to care, "I am the lord here, and I need to know what the merchants are selling to my territory."
The reserve of aristocrats is a very troublesome thing.
Adlai could see that this greedy guy wanted to reach out for what he wanted, but he had to pretend to be uninterested and not surprised, and then hinted that he would offer it with both hands.
But now is not the time.
The fish has just bit the hook.
Faced with the impatient Baron, he continued in a casual tone.
“These are not pants, they are actually socks.”
“Socks?”
"Yes, silk stockings to be precise. I bought them from a familiar businessman. According to the businessman, they are a specialty of the southern colonies of the empire. They are made from silk that has been improved with special techniques. They have just been introduced to the imperial court and have not become popular yet... But I think, with the quality of these products, it should only be a matter of time before they become popular in the imperial court."
"Really? It's really good, hahaha... You city dwellers really know how to enjoy it, even I have never seen such a novel thing."
Gus was already starting to get a little anxious, with that suggestive look written on his face, and he almost asked for it directly, regardless of the noble's reserve.
Of course Adelai would not let him say it, after all, that would be too short-sighted, and the effect of the favor would be halved.
Facing Baron Gus’s fiery eyes, he smiled and said kindly.
"Rather than for my own enjoyment, it is better to say that I am thinking about you, Lord Baron."
"Oh?" Gus's eyebrows raised, and he almost suppressed the corner of his mouth.
Sheriff Adlai continued with a respectful expression.
"As you can see, this kind of noble clothing is not something that ordinary citizens can afford. The palace is its real home. Especially when I learned from that friend that this kind of clothing is currently only available in the palace of the empire. When you showed up, I immediately thought of you... Among all the noble people I know, you are the most deserving of it."
Gus: "Hahaha, that's a compliment... Well, what do you mean?"
Adlai said in a sincere tone.
"I'm sorry, Lord Baron, I didn't mean to whet your appetite. I even planned to dedicate it to you from the beginning. It's a pity that I come from a humble background and really can't find a way to visit, so I can only make this decision... I hope my behavior is not overstepping."
Hearing Sheriff Adlai's "heartfelt words", Baron Gus's expression was slightly moved.
Perhaps I have always blamed this guy wrongly.
This guy is not as stupid as he thought, in fact... he is actually quite smart!
"Connections? Hahaha, don't worry about the red tape, Mr. Adlai, etiquette is only for outsiders, you are my friend! From today on, you can come in and out of my manor at any time, I look forward to your visit!"
Gus, who was laughing loudly, could no longer suppress the raised corners of his mouth, and Adlai, who was riding the horse, finally showed a happy smile.
his purpose was achieved.
Not only did he successfully complete the mission of the Demon King, but he also repaired the relationship with the local lord. It can be said that he killed two birds with one stone!
"I left the gift I prepared for you in the office of the Sheriff's Department. If you don't mind taking a detour, we can go and pick it up now."
"There's no rush," Baron Gus waved his hand and said with a smile, "It's the same as waiting until the business is done. Let's go to the granary first."
Adlai nodded with a smile.
「No problem!」
With his appetite satisfied, Gus finally stopped looking at Adlai's legs, and his mind seemed to have finally returned to his own territory.
"By the way, Mr. Adlai."
Seeing Gus's expression as if he had something to say, Adlai immediately nodded respectfully.
"What's the matter, sir?"
Gus thought for a while and then said.
"I wonder if you pay attention to things outside."
Adlai was stunned for a moment, then hesitated for a moment and said.
"Are you referring to the outside of Thunder County, or...?"
"Brass Pass," without going around in circles, Gus squinted at the mountains in the northeast and continued, "I heard that this natural disaster is different from the past. A lot of terrible things have emerged from the desert, and the situation of the dwarves is not optimistic."
The Broken Rock Peak next to Leiming County can be considered the southwest section of the Wanren Mountains, while Brass Pass is in the east.
Adlai asked hesitantly.
"Does this have anything to do with us?"
"It doesn't matter," Gus shrugged, and continued, "Although the sand of the dimensional desert will never blow here, the refugees who have lost their land are different... They will ravage the entire continent like cockroaches, appearing in any place you don't expect. I need you to step up patrols, at least don't let Silverpine Town be affected by them."
Adlai nodded seriously.
"Understood."
Looking at the nervous expression on his friend's face, Baron Gus laughed to ease the atmosphere.
"Don't be nervous, I'm just reminding you casually... If something really happens, you can directly mobilize the farmers under my hands, you're welcome."
Looking at the red smile, Adlai breathed a sigh of relief.
"Thank you for your support... I will definitely do my best to ensure the security of your territory."
"Hahahaha!" Gus smiled heartily, as if he was facing an old friend who has known him for many years, "Keep it up, I look forward to your performance!"
...
This can be regarded as one of the long-standing problems in the history of the Kingdom of Lane.
Adlai also did not expect that he only donated a few pairs of stockings, and not only did he repair his relationship with the baron, but he also allowed the latter to pat him on the shoulder and call him brother-in-law. He even made concessions on the most sensitive issue of the ratio of conscripts to mobilization.
Generally speaking, these lords would rather raise more private soldiers themselves than leave such matters to the Public Security Department.
Unable to conceal his excitement, Adelai could not wait to tell the Demon King the good news immediately.
Hands along with Baron Gus for a stroll in Silverpine Town all afternoon. After seeing the baron off, he went to the church without stopping before it was completely dark.
By coincidence, Lord Demon King happened to be listening to Father Matt’s report in the cellar of the church.
After getting permission from the Demon King to summon him, he couldn't wait to enter the cellar and told the former in detail what happened in the afternoon.
But what Adlai didn't expect was that not only Baron Gus, but also the Demon King had been staring at his legs...
What is going on?
"I understand the basic situation," Luo Yan coughed slightly, interrupting Adlai's eloquent description, and continued with a strange expression, "But I don't understand why this thing is worn on your legs..."
Adlai was stunned for a moment and said in confusion.
"Of course this is to show Baron Gus... Is there any problem?"
Luo Yan didn't know what expression to make.
"Is there a problem? You didn't realize that this thing... isn't for men?"
"Isn't it for men?" Adlai looked at the Demon King in disbelief, and rarely used a rhetorical question, "Can it still be worn by women?"
Otherwise?
Luo Yan didn't say anything, just gave him a look to understand.
After all, there are some things that are really not suitable for words given his status.
However, what Luo Yan did not expect was that even though he, the person carrying the goods, was not excited yet, Adlai became excited.
"How is this possible? Woman? Lord Demon King, I don't mean to offend... But please give up this crazy idea! A woman's legs are just a pile of fat, which cannot bring out the beauty of the art you gave me - no, just thinking about it is blasphemy!"
At least he can't imagine how ugly this thing would be if it were worn on his wife's legs!
Bah——!
He shouldn't have imagined it!
Luo Yan looked at this obsessed guy dumbfounded. He wanted to refute but couldn't find a suitable example for a while, so he could only interpret what he said.
"Your statement is very problematic. There are also some female knights on the front line——"
He is used to being politically correct in the Magic City, but the compatriots on the surface don't seem to accept his behavior at all.
"Frontline? Are you talking about the frontline of the empire?! Well, there are indeed some unlucky families there who can't find a male heir, so they can only give the artifacts given to them by Saint Sith to women... But that doesn't change anything!"
"Or I can correct my point of view, regardless of men or women, only those with real strength are worthy of wearing stockings! Just like the artifacts, people without muscles are not worthy of wearing them at all!"
Adlai's spirit was extremely high, and he was simply not like his usual self.
However, when he said this, he finally remembered his identity and position, and quickly added another sentence after these words.
"Of course, except you——"
"I can't wear it, so there is no need to exclude me."
Looking at Adlai, who rarely insisted on his own opinion, Luo Yan sighed with emotion.
"That's all, you just have to be happy."
He originally wanted to say that this is an evil way.
But after thinking about it carefully, the Kingdom of Lane is the hometown of knights, and there is nothing wrong with opening up the market from those martial nobles first.
And Adlai’s point of view cannot be said to be unreasonable.
At least, this guy is more normal than the idiots in his territory who wear black stockings over their heads and want to confront him head-on all day long.
Sent out first, I will change it soon
(End of this chapter)