Chapter 344 The Future Master of Abstraction
That night.
Kawenna returned to her home in the suburbs. As soon as she threw the flower-decorated broad-brimmed hat into the housekeeper's hand, she rushed into the study without stopping and told her father what she had seen today with excitement.
...
"Looking at you like this, I thought he shook hands with you."
"Father! How could a noble person like His Highness Colin notice a baron's daughter? Can you please wake up!" Kawena glanced at her father, with a resentful look in her eyes that seemed to be complaining, why don't you, old man, try harder.
Ralph looked at her in surprise. He didn't expect that his daughter was still awake, and he suddenly felt a sense of comfort in his heart.
Most of the pain in this world is not due to what hell is like, but due to the inability to recognize one's position in the environment below. He is obviously a baron but has ambitions that even a count would not dare to have.
He was very pleased that she understood this truth at such a young age. Sometimes he was not so clear-headed.
"Then, you just joined in the fun?" He lit a cigar and puffed away.
"Of course not, I have found a new direction in life!" Kawenna looked at her father eagerly, and this time she did not complain about the unpleasant smell of cigarette smoke.
Happy Ralph, who was holding a cigar in his mouth, was alert and looked at his daughter suspiciously. It suddenly occurred to him that she seemed to have got the qualification to attend classes at the Imperial Academy because of a close friend.
Honestly, he didn't have a good impression of his daughter's best friend who studied dance. The girl came to his home last time and met him once. Then she secretly wrote a letter to herself... Which normal person would be interested in a friend's father?
Although he is not a gentleman, he has some bottom lines, at least he cannot be his daughter's friend, so the matter is not continued.
"What did your best friend say to you? Listen to your father's advice. I don't think that girl is a serious person at first glance. You'd better be careful with her -"
h "I don't allow you to say that about her! And it wasn't her who said that, it was the Honorable His Highness Colin! He said - the future of art in the Holy City lies in abstraction, and artists in the Holy City need to be spiritual. Liberation! Our brushes should not only be used to outline nature, but to express ourselves more! "
"Don't you think he is right? If we want to reflect reality, magic photos reflect reality far better than oil paintings! In this case, why should we insist on true expression instead of focusing more on venting our inner world? "
"No...uh, Colin? Is that what he said?" Ralph always felt that these words were full of logical traps, but when he thought that the other party was a prince, and a prince with the power to govern a continent, he suddenly felt guilty and did not dare to think further.
Kawenna nodded excitedly.
"Of course! He said it himself in class...maybe not his original words, but I heard everyone said so!"
Ralph almost choked on his own saliva.
It’s okay for others to spread rumors because they didn’t go to class, but you, the unlucky kid, went to class and listened to others, and you still want to pick up on others’ wisdom. Don’t you have any brains of your own?
But——
Seeing her excitement, Ralph did not spoil her mood.
How big of a deal is it anyway?
He actually doesn't know much about art. Although his family has a lot of famous paintings, they are just to hedge against the depreciation of gold coins.
Him The prosperity of the art world in the Holy City is half due to the Holy See's investment in art regardless of cost, and the remaining reason is the continuous decline in the fineness of the empire's gold coins, so that the old money in the empire have to actively look for "anchors" that can protect their assets.
"I'm glad that you can find something that interests you. Anyway, as long as you're happy... I don't have any requirements for you anyway."
"Dad...you're so kind!" A flush of emotion appeared on Kawenna's face, and her bright eyes were filled with water.
Ralph smiled happily, but for a moment he became alarmed. Because according to his past experience, whenever his daughter suddenly treats him politely, it means - "Since His Highness Colin is so optimistic about abstract art, are you willing to sponsor a little girl's dream?" Kawenna clasped her hands in front of her chest, and her body exuded the light of a virgin.
Ralph pondered for a long time, sighed, and finally reached out and opened the drawer.
“Tell me, how much is it.”
Kawena moved closer, her eyes sparkling.
"Just 1,000 gold coins!"
"Just 1,000 gold coins?! Why don't you go and grab it?" Ralph's eyes widened.
Kawenna, however, did not feel that there was anything wrong with her proposal at all. Instead, she expressed helplessness at her father's "fuss".
This old man doesn’t understand what fashion and trends are at all. If he did, he would know that this little money is nothing to real art.
The painting that Baron Medea painted for His Highness Colin is said to have been valued at 10,000 gold coins!
As long as she can bring out a true abstract master, she can make her money back in minutes.
Of course, she has no interest in making money. She has never worried about money in her life.
"I plan to hold an art salon, gather some artists who really understand abstraction, and then hold an exhibition with the theme of abstract art... Believe me, this trend will soon sweep across the entire Holy City! The moment for the Devore family to be proud of their ancestors is here!"
The ups and downs of the voice were like singing. Ralph looked at his daughter blankly, finally sighed, and threw the purse containing gold coins on the table.
"Take it, I only have one request, don't let the surname Devore appear in your art exhibition... Also, don't ruin my reputation and your brother's reputation outside."
These days, he was running around in Bailu District, and even after all his efforts, he failed to save 800 gold coins, but he was deceived by Prince Colin's words in the lecture hall.
Kawena was overjoyed when she saw this, but as soon as she picked up the purse and weighed it, she knew that there was definitely not a thousand pieces, and her beautiful little face immediately fell.
"Why are there only these? My brother told me, didn't the family make a lot of money recently?"
"Don't listen to that prodigal thing's nonsense, he doesn't have a few reliable words in his mouth."
Ralph paused for a moment and continued in a gentle tone.
"Our family's money is all in the land for the time being. Your father and I don't have much money to use. Save some for me when you spend it... When you make some achievements and you need my investment again, I will naturally pay for it."
However, Kawena obviously did not understand her father's painstaking efforts, she only felt that he was reluctant to give up money.
She held the money in her hand and said with confidence.
"Just wait and see! I will definitely make a name for myself! I won't ask for your money by then, Kawenna Devore will become the most famous new generation collector in the upper city! I will be the future of the abstract world!"
Ralph almost laughed in anger, but after all, she was his own daughter, so he just snorted.
should be as strong-minded as now. Also, don't expect me to buy your junk;
Kawena stamped her feet angrily, rushed out the door and closed the study door.
…
Sage's Court Manor, a gorgeously decorated carriage stopped downstairs.
Two waiters in formal attire came forward quickly. One of them opened the car door lightly, while the other thoughtfully placed a tiptoe stool under the car door.
Sarah, who was wearing a cloak, jumped out of the carriage first, replacing the human servants who were waiting attentively at the door of the carriage. She held out her white-gloved hand and respectfully guided her Majesty the Demon King out of the carriage.
These dirty humans have pestered His Majesty for long enough today, don’t even think of touching him again!
Looking at Prince Colin stepping out of the carriage, a well-dressed but meticulous old butler with white temples stepped forward steadily, with a considerate and respectful smile on his face.
"Your Highness, you have worked hard today. Did your lecture go well today?"
Hearing this, Luo Yan's expression was a little weird, but he still said politely and politely.
"Thanks to Count Hilfen's care, I had a very "full" life today."
That was not an ordinary fullness.
The enthusiastic students of the Royal Academy of Arts almost left him in the classroom.
One of the enthusiastic ladies was even more bold, taking advantage of the chaos and stuffing her personal belongings into his pocket. Sarah, who was watching from the side, almost got mad... Anyway, he had already heard the sound of breathing.
no way.
Roxey Colin is such a character. He can't cast a spell to drive away the "believers" who are chasing him.
Having heard the hidden meaning of His Highness Colin's words, Stein gave a wry smile and showed an apologetic expression.
"I'm really sorry that such a thing happened... But please believe that Count Hilfen has absolutely no ill intentions. That gentleman really appreciates your understanding of art. Of course... It is undeniable that he also hopes to create some opportunities for you to get in touch with your peers. The students of the Royal Academy are all very good people, with impeccable families and personalities. "
Luo Yan coughed lightly and said.
"Please don't get me wrong, I don't mean to blame Count Hilfen. I am very grateful to him for providing me with the opportunity to communicate with young people in the empire. It's just... next time if you have unplanned arrangements, please tell me in advance, so that I can at least be mentally prepared."
"I will definitely convey your meaning to him," Stein nodded respectfully, and then He continued, "In addition, His Excellency the Earl specifically told me that what you need most tonight is a cup of hot tea and adequate rest. I have arranged for a servant to deliver tea to your room. I hope you can spend a happy night."
Hhearing the sound of the door closing behind him and the footsteps walking away, the expression on Luo Yan's face finally relaxed a little.
Sitting on a chair in front of the window, he smelled the refreshing aroma of tea and felt that the fatigue of the day was relieved.
Today’s entertainment is more than expected.
Especially Miss Ophia Castellon, that lady was more persistent than he expected...even to the point that it bothered him a little.
I don’t know whether it was Prince Andrei who was instigating him behind the scenes, or whether the girls in the Holy City are more forward-thinking.
Honestly speaking, the Magic City is probably not that open...uh, maybe?
Mia's face appeared in his mind unconsciously, and Luo Yan suddenly felt a little uncertain again.
However, he did not want to compare Miss Padridge with others. After all, he did not have this aura when they met, and the compatibility between humans and succubi was also a factor that had to be considered...
In his impression, from the first day they met, she liked to find trouble with herself.
"You're finally back, hiccup!" A long burp interrupted Luo Yan's thoughts. Tafu, who had finally had enough sleep, stretched out her little wings and woke up with a sleepy look on her face.
In the past month, she has either been eating or sleeping, and has almost turned into a little pig.
Although she argued that an adulterer had drugged her, Luo Yan said with conscience that since he came to the Holy City, he had never used "black magic" once.
The magic potion prepared using the recipe from hell has never been taken out even once.
"What did you eat today?" Luo Yan asked casually, which was regarded as today's "good morning".
"Roast goose! Two big roast geese! And a big pig's hoof! And roast potatoes underneath!" Tuff said excitedly, "There are so many delicious things here! It's not worse than your kitchen at all! Here comes Saint Sith, If I had known that the natives under his command knew how to enjoy life, why would I have put in so much effort in the first place? Couldn’t I have just helped him win?”
She thought with malice in her heart that she would not lose any flesh in fantasy anyway.
Looking at this hopeless Dragon God, Luo Yan smiled and said jokingly.
"It's not that you didn't know it at that time, but you didn't have that thing, so your brain was abnormal."
"You didn't have that thing?" Tuff was stunned for a moment, not understanding what this sentence meant.
Luo Yan did not explain, because once she did, she would be anxious again.
He could even imagine this guy arguing with red face, "The Zeta Empire is number one in the technological universe!", "Aborigines from primitive civilizations can also argue with civilized people!", "Hormones only affect work and thinking, and are of no benefit to people or society!", "We can give birth to children faster than you can fly X, and it only takes two months to fill a planet!" blah blah blah.
In fact, there is no point in arguing about this thing.
Just as Taff has not fully understood what a soul is until now, she certainly cannot understand why the Zeta civilization, which she has never seen before, embarked on the unique path of ascension of "all eunuchs".
"I'm very tired today, and I'm really not in the mood to tease you. You'd better play with Sarah... Sarah, I'll leave it to you." Luo Yan yawned, untouched the tea on the table, untied his clothes and threw them on the hangers.
There is a funeral to attend tomorrow, which is the last thing he plans to do when he comes to the Holy City this time.
"Yes, Lord Demon King."
Surprisingly taking a glance at the upright figure, Sarah nodded with a blushing face and accepted the order. Then, regardless of Tuff's grinning protests and shouts, she carried the noisy little guy to the next room.