I upgraded and added points in the Holy Inquisition

Chapter 404 403. Characteristics of the Quiet City

The words of Guangfa Bartolo made Lloyd laugh for a while, but it also had some self-deprecating elements, and then he said:

"Ahaha, when I was a child, I actually wanted to be a biologist, chemist, environmental scientist, or materials scientist. But when I grew up, I became an extraordinary person and was involved in the space department."

"You are already very good. You have become a lecturer at a young age, and you have also won the respected 'Outstanding Contribution' medal. It is really enviable and admirable."

The other party complimented and then asked:

"By the way, I just heard you say that you are going to the Quiet City? Visit the alumni association there?"

"Yes, go prepare some materials for transcendence."

"Then can you give me a ride? It just so happens that I haven't been to the Quiet City for a while, and I want to visit my old classmates there. By the way, I also know a lot of people in the alumni association. Can I introduce you to them if necessary? "

"Okay, let's go there when the elevator stops."

Lloyd nodded repeatedly. He happened to be missing a guide by his side. This time he was feeling sleepy and bald.

I was taken around briefly by the saint of wisdom before, but I didn't hear any sound. But at that time, I thought it was the saint who had turned on some kind of 'silent mode', so I couldn't hear anything. But this time, as an individual, I suddenly Visited, but still the same?
Lloyd thought about comforting the passers-by again, but when he opened his mouth, he found that he couldn't make any sound?
But what I wanted to say, I still said it normally:

The bald man explained with a smile, then mouthed at the passers-by who were gradually dispersing, and continued to add:

The two of them passed through the portal and came to a quiet street where people were coming and going, startling the pedestrians around them.

Holding the map and comparing it to the address left on the business card, Lloyd could use the three-piece measurement set around him to estimate a coordinate with minimal deviation, and then open the portal with a swipe.

"It's like this. The whole city here is covered by some kind of realm of the Saint of Knowledge, making everything quiet, but it won't affect normal communication and life. You can pass the sound to the people as usual. Someone who wants to be heard.”

After the elevator returned to the ground, Lloyd took out a map of the Silent City - he brought it from the academy and spent some credits on it. It is said to be the most detailed, clearest and least wrong version of the ship today. .

Uh... is this city really not making any noise?
Lloyd couldn't help but be a little surprised.

Lloyd replied in his usual humble manner:

"Hmm, feels weird?"

"Haha, is this your first time coming to the Silent City? I guess you're not quite used to the atmosphere here yet?"

Lloyd replied, still unable to make a sound, but the bald head still heard it.

"Don't be nervous, everyone. We are not bad people, we are just extraordinary beings from other places."

The surrounding passers-by miraculously heard this silent speech. They turned from pointing to whispers, and seemed to accept Lloyd's explanation easily?
And the eyes they looked at were much less wary and uneasy, and oddly more envy and respect?
At this time, the laughter of Bald Bartolo came to Lloyd's ears again:

"Really, it's as if everyone has become a member of the [intellectual] system?"

"Your portal opens so fast and so accurately. It's more skillful and fluent than the lecturers and professors in the space department. No matter how many times I see it, it still gives me a pleasant shock. I really dare not I believe you just joined the space department not long ago..."

But even though these passers-by were scared to death, they still didn't make a sound and just pointed at Lloyd and the bald mage.

"They were discussing in a low voice just now, but they didn't want us to hear them, so we couldn't hear them; and if you explain to them and want to convey your words to them, they can all hear it... It's probably such an environment and atmosphere Yes, it’s amazing, isn’t it?”

"Qualifications don't mean anything when it comes to true talent."

The bald man couldn't help but hesitated for a while...

Although this was not the first time for the bald Bartolo to see Lloyd open the portal, he still said in surprise:

Lloyd asked tentatively again.

"It's not like it's true, it's true."

The bald man said, pointing to his ear and asking Lloyd to touch it.

Lloyd quickly stretched out his hand and felt that there seemed to be an invisible earring on his ear?

To be precise, it should be some invisible force that formed the style of the earrings and hung on my ears in a very gentle and weak way, so that no one would notice or notice.

As Lloyd reached out and touched it, a bunch of menu options popped up in front of his eyes, like pressing 'esc' when playing a game.

These options include 'City Map', 'Public Services', 'Service Guide', 'Attraction Recommendations', etc. Basically, all the functions a tourist needs can be found. There is also a line of small text next to various options with some welcome words and simple usage guidelines.

So even though the city's infrastructure is not very good, and the streets in front of you are a bit old and dilapidated, the options presented in front of you have a strong sense of science fiction and futurism, and they have a bit of a cyberpunk temperament.

In contrast, the dazzling city known as the most prosperous is still stuck in the steam age...

"Are these... all the powers of the Saint of Knowledge?"

Lloyd asked curiously again.

"It shouldn't be all of them. There must be other people, or assistance with rituals, sacred objects, etc. Anyway, I can't say for sure, and I don't dare to pry into the secrets of the saint without permission."

The bald man shrugged and continued:

"Actually, if we take the normal route and come here by train or airship, there will be someone to guide you to adapt to the city's 'characteristics' when you enter the city. But you opened the portal and skipped this step. .”

Lloyd nodded thoughtfully, having a basic understanding of the characteristics of this city.

I just don’t quite understand why we should waste so much effort on doing this? Isn’t it enough for everyone to talk and communicate normally? As a result, the whole city felt weird. Even the cars running on the road made no sound. It was too quiet.

But this feature is not without its benefits, right? At least you don’t have to worry about your chat conversations being overheard by others, eliminating the need to set up a silent barrier; if you want to discuss some secrets or pass on some important knowledge, you don’t have to worry about it being leaked.

Lloyd briefly thought about it and then asked:

"So that's it. Tu Convenient ended up scaring the passers-by, but fortunately they were quite easy to talk to?"

Bartolo also nodded and replied:
"Well, although they appear taciturn, the people here are quite hospitable, right? At least compared to the Eternal City;
And as residents here, they can use more functions than us tourists. They can quickly check our identities and instantly know that we are both tourists, so they believe your previous explanation. "

After that, he recalled the changes in the eyes of passers-by and asked with some confusion:
"But the way those people looked at us just now was filled with envy and admiration? Are they envious of my appearance and your physique?"

Lloyd also remembered the changes in the eyes of passers-by. He originally wanted to ask what the bald man said, but he didn't know. He could only reply dumbfounded:
"Are you sure you didn't say the opposite?"

"Haha, just kidding, okay, the alumni association is right across the street, let's go there."

As he spoke, he pointed to a particularly majestic and luxurious building across the road.

The building is five stories high, and the style is a bit like some kind of high-end club. Not only does it look beautiful, it is also well maintained. It is completely different from other old and dilapidated buildings around it, and it looks particularly eye-catching.

But there is no sign hanging at the gate. Ordinary passers-by might not know what this place is for?

When Lloyd followed Bald Head across the road, a car horn suddenly sounded in his ears. It was a steam car warning them to be careful.

It seemed that the driver wanted to attract their attention, so he could hear them.

I didn’t expect that the special fields here can even affect machinery. It’s really magical...

If I can become a saint in the future and control a city that belongs to me, I will also add my own personal characteristics.

For example, drinks must be spicy, mediocre and traditional cooks are not allowed to cook, beautiful girls are not allowed to wear shoes, and people who are attracted by strange things are not considered scumbags...

Lloyd thought wildly in his mind for a while, then followed the bald Bartolo and opened the door and walked into the gorgeous building.

As soon as he entered the door, he heard a clear ringing in his head, and then an emotionless mechanical voice said:
"Lecturer Bartolo from the Mage Department and Lecturer Lloyd from the Space Department are visiting."

As soon as he finished speaking, a well-dressed white-collar man appeared and greeted warmly:

"Nice to meet you, two lecturers, and welcome to the Alumni Association of Quiet City."

Although these sounds are not transmitted through the eardrums, but are directly inserted into Lloyd's brain, the advantage is that they are processed more naturally and are not as deliberate as outside. If you don't concentrate on distinguishing them carefully, they are no different from normal communication.

It seems that the Alumni Association has made some kind of optimization and improvement for the city's characteristic areas?

While Lloyd was thinking about it, he shook hands with the enthusiastic white-collar man and exchanged a few polite greetings.

Just at this time, the other party also saw the golden collar clip on his collar, and said slightly surprised:
"Is this... an S-rated honor student collar? Oh my God, this is the first time I've seen an outstanding person like you. Come in quickly!"

(End of this chapter)