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Lawrence's instructions needed someone to implement them. When Bull of the monastery learned of the plan Lawrence was going to implement, he quickly found Lawrence.

"Prophet, I think the way you treated those prostitutes is not in line with our teachings."

Lawrence had not yet left Dum Harbor. Seeing Bull coming over to oppose him, he nodded gently, "Let's sit down and talk slowly. Is it still snowing outside?"

"Yes, merciful prophet." Bull took off his cotton coat and walked with Lawrence to sit beside the warm fireplace.

The maid came and hung Bull's clothes near the radiator so that Bull could wear warm clothes when he left.

Lawrence and Bull sat down facing each other, Lawrence on the sofa and Bull on the bearskin chair brought by the maids.

"I have been studying this matter this afternoon and have no idea about the weather changes outside. I just happen to have time to stay here tonight to learn about the specific situation."

"The doctrine you mentioned is about asking those prostitutes to donate money to the monastery? I don't think it violates our doctrine. The monastery has always accepted donations from all regions, even from our enemies."

Lawrence thought that asking prostitutes to donate money was nothing. Since the monastery was established, the bulk of its income had come from foreign forces.

Prostitutes are not actually that discriminated against in the Ice Land.

Prostitutes in civilized society are discriminated against because of their morals.

In the land of ice, there is no morality and no sexual shame, so the restriction on prostitution is just Lawrence's own request that women in his country are not allowed to engage in this industry, not that women in his country are unwilling to engage in this industry.

Propriety, righteousness, integrity and shame are all developed slowly. The time is too short now, and the awareness of loyalty still needs a generation of subtle inculcation.

Only when some people begin to assert themselves and pursue loyalty, will prostitutes be excluded by social trends.

Lawrence had a good idea, but Bull said directly: "No! I think it violates our core doctrine. You force those prostitutes to work only five hours, which is inconsistent with our doctrine of more work, more pay."

"You must give a reasonable explanation. Otherwise, I don't know how to explain why people are forbidden to work. Is it because those people make more money?"

Bull looked at Lawrence, waiting for Lawrence's answer.

Lawrence frowned. "I think it's harmful to the prostitutes' health to work more than five hours."

Bull didn't want to speak loudly, and asked seriously: "Blacksmiths, soldiers, sailors, dock workers and many farmers, do they also have to abide by this kind of kindness that I don't understand?"

Lawrence would treat Bull as a friend, Bull also understood Lawrence's thoughts, and knew that Lawrence often had an incomprehensible kindness.

"It's so troublesome..." Lawrence sighed. When he wanted to do something, he often found that this thing would cause more things to happen.

Especially in administration, many things will bring countless troubles. After dealing with the troubles brought by administration, the behavior of solving the troubles will bring more troubles that need to be solved.

Lawrence thought about why this happened and soon realized the importance of morality and atmosphere.

Many things don’t actually need to be solved perfectly, they just need to be kept at a level that everyone can accept.

For example, in the current prostitution incident, in the period of development when various moral and economic and social systems are still imperfect, it is better to be rough rather than detailed. As long as the murderer is dealt with and the prostitutes are advised not to show off their wealth, the problem can be solved for a long time, and during this period of time, these past troubles will be solved because of development.

For example, the prostitutes' income skyrocketed because sailors from all over the world gathered here during the period before the Eternal Night, and this period was also the time when their wallets were the fattest, so they earned a lot.

In fact, it will only take a few days for people to calm down. Whether it is the men's wallets or the prostitutes' behavior of showing off their wealth, they will be stopped by their circle.

This matter should not be handled by oneself, and handled in a high-profile manner.

But now that it has come out, we can’t just ignore it.

Lawrence quickly said, "The wealth and display of these women have brought disaster. My people have to work during the day, so I must require them to engage in this business only at night."

"The five hours refer to the period from dusk to night. I will only provide patrols and protection during this period, and I don't want them to affect the normal rest of nearby residents."

"From 4pm to 9pm, this is the working time I designated for these foreign women. If they and the people behind them are unwilling to abide by the rules I set, then they must leave here. They have already affected my people."

After hearing Lawrence's explanation, Bull quickly bowed his head respectfully and said, "Yes, Prophet, I think this is in line with our teachings."

Lawrence didn't actually need to explain anything, but he had always been in the habit of negotiating with Bull and others.

Whether it was the Bull, the elven wizard, the craftsman, the shipbuilder, or the farmer in the field, everyone was qualified to ask questions to Lawrence.

Some people were able to convince Lawrence, and some were not.

Generally, if Lawrence can find a perfect explanation or excuse, he won’t listen to the other party.

If you can't find any excuses or explanations, and you think the other party is right, then you will admit your mistake and not try to save face.

This time I found an explanation. I obviously didn't think so much about it at the beginning, but after coming up with an explanation that everyone could accept, I did not change my order.

Although things could have continued, Lawrence stayed in Port Dum for a few more days.

While reminiscing about the past with aristocratic merchants from all over the world and learning about the outside world and its customs and culture, he also learned about the recent changes in the brothels through his subordinates.

After someone died in the brothel, the manager of Dum Port and the great prophet were alerted, and the nobles of the brothel quickly fined and punished the prostitutes.

Some women's business hours were cancelled as a punishment and replaced by young foreign women.

Although these nobles behind the scenes were willing to make money, they were more afraid of angering the managers and rulers here, and they quickly spent money to donate money to atone their sins.

A group of prostitutes and show-offs will sink like waves, just like the times will fade away, and newcomers will soon find that there are many more troublesome rules on the walls and in daily lectures.

Through this incident, Lawrence realized that he could not rush for success and must respect the acceptance and development capabilities of the times.

There was no need to worry about foreign affairs. Lawrence gave up his indifferent kindness and transferred his kindness to those troublesome people to his own children. He took time to visit the families of the soldiers who had contributed to the southern battlefield. (End of this chapter)