Transcendent Noble

"Flatlake Town has a permanent population of more than 27,000 people. This church has long been unable to meet the needs of believers. Especially on Sundays, believers in various villages will take public carriages to Flatlake Town. Accept the blessing of holy light. In addition to morning and evening prayers, we have to hold two additional holy light dispersions. However, some believers in other villages have accepted holy light baptism once and it is not enough. They lie on the square and want to participate in the next dispersion. , Often have disputes with other believers, blocking traffic and causing chaos."

"With the support of Viscount Randal, I built two more churches, located in the Eastern and Western Regions. Three churches are held every day. In two holy light prayers, more than 7000 people each time..." In the prayer hall of Flatlake Town Church, Father David quietly glanced at the pope who was reading the archive scroll, and said carefully: " Temporarily able to satisfy the followers of Randal."

Clement, unheard of, continued to read the scroll in his hand. Tornance was wearing a bishop robe and sitting on the pope's left hand, without saying a word, his expression solemn and deep. He kept in mind the teachings of Clement: In formal occasions, listening more, speaking less, and not expressing your opinions easily, is like a qualified Archbishop.

"What do you mean for the time being?" Bishop Pierot sighed in his heart, and had to take the topic from his confidant. Tornance glanced at him lightly, as if to say: I knew you couldn't help it.

Father David respectfully said: "The population of Randal is growing rapidly. According to the plan of the Randal Family, the permanent population of Flatlake Town will exceed 60,000 within five years, and within ten years, it will exceed 100,000. People. Therefore, I think it is necessary to build a cathedral in Flatlake Town." He paused and added: "Viscount Randal is very enthusiastic about the construction of the cathedral in Flatlake Town and is willing to bear all the construction costs of the ground part of the cathedral. He also invited Lord Anthony. Help design the cathedral... Your Excellency Anthony is the most hot enough to scald one's hands architect at the moment. His representative work, Silvermoon Manor, uses a large number of spire designs, showing strong emotions of mysterious, mournful and sublime, and is very suitable for use in church architecture. "

According to the agreement between Lord of Radiance and the first pope, he will convert the Power of Faith of more than 7000 people into Holy Power and inject it into the Holy Power pool for middle and high-level priests. If the prayer is lower than this Quantity, this rule cannot be activated.

However, at the beginning, this was not the main method used by the church to collect Holy Power.

In the city-state era, humans occupy the fertile Northern Territory. Each city is as small as hundreds of thousands and as many as millions. Even if the pastor is too tired to vomit blood, it is impossible to hold a prayer ceremony for so many people. The church builds a majestic cathedral in the center of the city, and each cathedral is a large array of prayers. With the cathedral as the center, every believer within 300 square kilometers, no matter what they are doing, as long as they pray devoutly, their faith will be transformed into Holy Power by an array.

The prayer ceremony presided over by the priest himself is mainly aimed at the villages and towns attached to the city-state.

The large prayer array is built underground and requires a lot of mithril and white crystals, and the cost is very high. Fortunately, every city-state has a tall wizard tower. The priest demolished the tower and obtained enough materials to build the city-state cathedral. In that era, every city-state had a large prayer array.

To this day, the northern fertile fields have been reduced to the arena of orcs and monsters, the ancient cities are all in ruins, and the church is only left with the last large prayer array-the Holy Splendor cathedral in the capital of Al.

According to the current population density, there is no need for the church to build a large prayer array. The priest now mainly builds medium-sized prayer arrays, automatically collecting Power of Faith with a range of 200 square kilometers, and occasionally builds small arrays that affect the range of 100 square kilometers.

Even a medium-sized array, the cost is quite amazing. If you convert the precious materials needed for a medium-sized array into money, you need at least 600,000 jinsore. This is just the cost of building the array, not including the cost of building the church itself.

With the current manpower and material resources of the church, the establishment of a cathedral must be extremely cautious. According to regulations, the permanent resident population of the city is not less than 100,000, and the resident priest is eligible to apply for the construction of the cathedral.

Once the cathedral is established, it marks a mature parish.

The cathedral must be equipped with at least 60 primary level Paladins, 5 primary level priests, two combat priests and four intermediate Paladins. Of course, there are often vacancies in the staffing of the cathedral, but as long as someone comes to take orders, the garrison priest does not need to be trapped in the town, and is busy presiding over prayers, making potions, and treating the wounded every day. They will get rid of trivial matters, have enough time to study, strive to improve their knowledge level, go to lower-level villages and towns, consolidate the faith of the people, and collect scattered Holy Power. These are closely related to the promotion of pastors.

For the lord, there is a cathedral under his rule. The church will work hard to maintain the legal status of its family. As long as the bloodline of the family does not go wrong, the Elder's Council of the kingdom cannot act rashly, and his political foundation will become very reliable. At the same time, for the safety of the parish, the priest of the cathedral tried their best to cooperate with the lord’s army to resist or eliminate the monster. Lords can also use the church's network to grasp the dynamics of other families and new technologies.

In short, the cathedral means a comprehensive upgrade of the territory.

Ant-man is the biggest threat to Randal leader. When the ant tide invaded Centaur Hills again, the church's priest appeared on the city wall of the southern fortress, which not only boosted the morale of Randal mercenaries and militias, It can also stabilize the rear. Viscount Randal certainly hopes that Flatlake Town has a cathedral.

According to the principle of reciprocity, the presiding priest of the cathedral must be a Level 4 pastor. Miller, as a favored one, has no room for promotion. Level 3 Pastor David can replace Miller and be promoted to Level 4 to become the presiding priest of Randal's cathedral. With the potential of Viscount Randal, as long as David sits firmly in the position of presiding priest, in the future, as the tide rises, the boat floats, it will be easier to promote to the higher priest.

Bishop Pierot is about to abandon the diocese of the Duchy of Nimes and concentrate on running Centaur Hills. He began to promote his confidant and rule out dissidents. On the other hand, the more cathedrals in Centaur Hills, the more missionary priests, battle priests, and Paladins Pierot has. After all, the church’s resources are limited. You need to queue up to apply for the prayer array. He doesn’t fight for it at this time, and he doesn’t know if he has to wait when the time comes later.

Speaking of which, Pierot is also the Pope’s lineage, but Clement’s eyes are more than a Centaur Hills? The rush to compete for the resources of the parish now will inevitably arouse the vigilance of the Radiance Knight regiment and the Ivory Fort, leading to the premature division of the Cardinal. Clement has longer-term considerations. He intends to lead the transformation of the church. In contrast, the momentary gains and losses are nothing.

Putting down the scroll in his hand, Clement asked gently: "David, soap is your invention?"

"Thank you for your guidance." David touched his forehead to his chest. Draw a triangle that symbolizes the bright Holy Mountain, and said conservatively: “The Borui people’s pancreas and scent glands from the water lizard are added with white kidney bean powder and milk to make a bath cream. Wash the dirty blood, grind it into a paste, add molten lard, kidney bean ash, a small amount of raw sugar, stir evenly, press it into cubes, and dry it naturally to become pancreatic soap, but Viscount Randal insists on calling it soap Or soap..."

Daville said intentionally: "Soap is to add precious spices to soap. Soap and soap are very popular in the market in Wild Willow City, and Viscount Randal decided to The planting scale of kidney beans has been expanded to 180,000 mu, and the lord of Centaur Hills is also preparing to open up terraces to plant thorny kidney beans."

"To obtain mutant plants of thorny kidney beans requires planting scale and cultivation time, and only the Wellington family In the 700,000 mu of thorny kidney bean fields in China, we may hardly see thorny kidney beans become food. Now, Centaur Hills has introduced thorny kidney beans on a large scale and solved a big problem, although most of them use thorny kidney beans to feed pigs... at least, Lord I won’t ask us again. Why does the Al Church refuse to grow thorny kidney beans?” Clement smiled his jaw and asked Pierot, “Now that thorny kidney beans can raise pigs and make soap, what are the plans of the Wellington family?”

Pierot shook the head, and said: "In any case, raising pigs is not cost-effective for raising cattle and sheep. Moreover, the central and southern central region of Gambis is the Blinol Plain, and all the land that can be reclaimed has been reclaimed. If Augustus If the family does not grow thorny kidney beans, Kite Castle will still introduce the surplus population into the south central region. The Duke of Wellington wants to use thorny kidney beans to raise pigs is impossible... The Wellington family’s established strategy remains unchanged. The surplus population will be introduced into Centaur Hills and the thorny kidney bean fields will be reduced to 300,000 acres, the extra 400,000 acres of arable land will be used to retain the family Knight."

"After all, they have to prepare for the development of Southern Continent, canonize Knight, train vassals and soldiers, and store food and leather. These all require farmland. The Kite Castle supports Duke Wellington’s plan for war preparations, and Thain bishop has no reason to stop them."

Bishop Pierot paused, and continued: "I will take over the cultivation plan of thorny kidney beans. The York family is stepping up the development of terraces, and it is estimated that the planting scale of kidney beans will reach one million acres. In addition, Dawson bishop sent someone to contact me, and he seems to be planning to promote terraces, kidney beans and pig farming in Centaur Hills in the Dodo Kingdom. "

"The wild boar family raises pigs...The York family deserves its name. Clement was happy and couldn't help but teased. Everyone couldn't help but smile, and the pope said at David: "Without soap, the York family would not agree to plant thorny kidney beans so readily." You did very well. "

David was secretly delighted when he heard the pope say: "Within ten years, a small town with a pioneering lord will have a population of over 100,000?" If I didn't see it with my own eyes, I would only treat you as a liar. Now I have no doubts about it. However, the rules are the rules. Flatlake Town wants to build a cathedral, and the others have a population of 100,000 before you can apply to the Church. "

Reverend David started and thought: No, Church said he would commend Viscount Randal, why would the crown reject my proposal?

He looked at Bishop Pierot, but didn’t get any tips, and some reluctantly yelled: “The church is a landmark of the town. If the Flatlake Town cathedral cannot be implemented as soon as possible, it may affect the city planning of Viscount Randal...”

" planning? Clement became interested in this new term and asked, "What does it mean?" "

David lifted up his spirits and explained: "Generally, when the time is right, the pioneering lord will grant a territory to the vassal Knight, so that he can form guards, recruit farmers, and build villages. Farm, open up farmland, raise cattle, sheep and horses. Viscount Randal is different from ordinary pioneers. He has a comprehensive and long-term consideration of the development of the territory, specific to towns, villages, workshops, farmland, pastures, forests, population and army, and what scale must be reached at any time. Randal has a 5-year plan, a 10-year plan and a 20-year plan..."

" and so on. Clement interrupted the eloquent David and asked, "What does Randal's 20-year plan look like?" "

"Under the crown, which aspect are you asking?" "

Clement thought for a while and said, "Randal's master plan. "

"Yes. David bowed slightly and raised his head and said: "Twenty years later, Randal has taken over 4000 square kilometers of land into pastures, arable land, terraces, and reclaimed forests. The remaining 5000 square kilometers of land is temporarily kept in its natural state. Build one city, seven towns, fourteen villages, and 42 farms in the territory. The total population of the territory is no less than 400,000 and no more than 500,000. Six Legions are hired, with a total of more than 24,000 people. "

Clement's eyes flashed, and after a moment of silence, said with a smile: "What a big ambition... How did Viscount Randal realize this plan?" "

"I don't think he can do it. Tornance couldn't help but interject: "Can he still control how many children the people have?" "

A lord who even cares about people going to the toilet, I'm afraid he really knows how to take care of people's childbirth... Clement thought to himself.

Sure enough, Bishop Pierot gave a dry cough. The interface said: "Victor and I discussed population control...I basically agree with his point of view, and I am writing a related report. Of course, he currently encourages the people to give birth. A woman from a hired family who has a third child in Randal can get an ewe and a fourth child will get a monetary reward. But if she gives birth to a fifth child, her husband will be Punishment. Victor believes that women should not be reduced to men's fertility tools, which will increase the risk of women having a dystocia. With the number of pastors, it is difficult for the church to guarantee the safety of pregnant women and young children. In fact, Victor attaches great importance to medical care and hygiene. He compulsory employees' families to use soap, and even pays out soap as wages... I must admit that this does reduce the workload of the pastor. Therefore, I asked the pastor to appease the believers and let them accept soap as part of their wages. "

"We teach believers to stay away from spoiled food and sewage, pay attention to cleanliness and hygiene, but the results have not been great. The people led by Randal can maintain good hygiene habits, which is a model of the cooperation between the lord and the priest. "Clement nodded, and warned repeatedly: "Report Viscount Randal's views on population control to me as soon as possible. "

"As you wish. "

"David, continue to answer the question just now. "

"Yes. David thought through his thoughts and replied: "Vsir Randal first sets a long-term goal, and then decomposes the long-term goal into a medium-term goal and a short-term goal. The mid-term goals are handed over to Mrs. Lilia, and the short-term goals are assigned to subordinates. For example, how many terraces the mayor of George must build in a year, how many thorn beans to plant, etc., if you encounter difficulties, you can seek help from Mrs. Lilia. If you fail to complete the task on schedule Target, George will be held accountable. "

Clement thought for a moment and gave an evaluation, "The meticulous terrifying is also breathtaking." "Continue to ask: "What's the matter with the cathedral and urban planning?" "

David quickly replied: "The cathedral is the center of the city. The Viscount Randal intends to design Pinghu City around the cathedral, including sewers, urban roads, residential areas, Commerce District, handicraft areas, urban squares, and urban areas. Farms, gardens, waterways and bridges... and the architectural style should match the cathedral. "

"The city plan of the Viscount is very attractive and detailed. "Clement said with a faint smile: "He must have painted the blueprint, right? "

"Yes. "David said dejectedly. There is a blueprint plan, it is not necessary to build a cathedral first.

"David, what experience do you have in Randal? "Clement lightly asked.

David adjusted his mentality and said in deep thought, "Under the crown, I think that the core idea of ​​Viscount Randal's land development is to transform useless resources into useful resources, and to prevent disadvantages. The factor becomes a beneficial factor. "

"Inedible acorns, sweet potato leaves, and worms are used to feed pigs and converted into pork; aged kidney beans are dried and ground to make soap; weeds and shrubs on the hills If the value is not great, then open up terraces to plant Fruit Tree, oil trees, kidney beans, rye, and pennisetum; fish in streams and reservoirs; and wheat stalks for paper making. "

"The same is true for people. Randal will soon implement a three-field rotation system with a planting-to-harvest ratio of 1:7. Leading households can rent 30 acres of wheat fields, 30 acres of potato and 30 acres of fallow land, and retain 30% of the harvest after the eleventh tax. The sweet potato does not need to be taken care of. Two strong laborers can take care of 30 acres of wheat field and 30 acres of sweet potato. Based on an average yield of 420 pounds per mu, the leading households can harvest 3,400 pounds of new wheat and 3,500 pounds of sweet potatoes each year. Coupled with the policy of replacing old grains with new grains, two farmers can feed a family of 8 people. "

"In this way, the rest of the family members can choose to work or participate in militia training, and gradually become excellent craftsmen, craftsmen and mercenary soldiers. "

"The Viscount Randal is also planning to lease the terraced fields to families of hired workers, so that their children will also have the opportunity to learn crafts and receive militia training. The specific method is still being discussed, but the implementation time is set in two years. However, children of hired families have no right to enroll in school..."

Clement eyes shined, instructed: "Talk about enrollment. "

David nodded, said: "Flatlake Town opened a school, mainly for the children of the host family. It enrolls 80 people every year, specializing in writing and arithmetic, and all expenses are borne by the lord. After three years of study, those with excellent grades can serve as a deacon. Admissions need to be recommended. "

"School? It's another new thing... One after another, Viscount Randal's ideas were woven into a big net, which carried all the refugees in... What a rare nobleman. "Clement said to himself.

Bishop Pierot shook his head and said with a smile: "Victor can't help it. Sylvia is worried that the children of the nobility will affect the decision-making of the Randal Family, and he is not allowed to recruit Knight and scholar. . "

Clement was nodded without comment. David gritted his teeth and said: "Under the crown, I don't think Miller is qualified for the role of the presiding priest of Randal." "

"The vassals of the common territories used the refugees to secretly collect the resources of the commons, and then let the freedmen merchants sell them, in order to avoid the Eleventh Tax. Most of the lords symbolically accepted some common lands for worship, and turned only their eyes on the behavior of the vassals. The presiding priest hardly receives the resources of the commons. The situation of Randal is completely different. The resources of the village commons are all converted into useful materials by Your Excellency Victor. The sisal is turned into canvas, and the trees are turned into carriage...there is also the pig industry..." David took a breath. Continued: "Randal currently has more than 70,000 domestic pigs, which are slaughtered in ten months and divided into five batches, and one batch is slaughtered every three months. This means that the eleven tax collected by Randal cannot be collected once a year. Considering the transaction tax collected by Randal, the collection of the eleven tax will become very complicated. "

"This year's windy season, we are about to impose eleven taxes on Centaur Hills. With Father Miller's ability, he could not cope with the special situation led by Randal. "

"Eleven taxes..."

Clement shook his head and sighed: "Vassers are also followers of the Supreme Lord, but when the eleven taxes are paid, they treat us gnashing teeth, I begged us when I was sick or injured... I heard that Lord Nelson’s son was born under the care of Miller? "

Bishop Pierot said with his jaw: "Almost all the newborns of the vassals of the Randal Family are taken care of by Miller. "

Clement turned to David and asked: "The eleven tax is so difficult to collect once a year. How many times are you going to collect at Randal?" Or do you dare to curse at Viscount Randal's nose like Miller? "

"This..." Pastor David was speechless.

"Eleven taxes must be collected, the more the better! "Clement said with a smile: "You can't rely on Miller, nor can you rely on you. Miller needs an assistant, and you need a shield, understand? "

David took a deep breath, convincingly: "Mian, I understand. "

At this moment, a Paladin walked into the hall, saluted the Pope, presented a sheepskin scroll, and said respectfully: "Under the crown, the result of the case is out, it’s Randal. The Viscount personally judged it! "

Clement took the scroll, instructed: "You all go down. "

David and Paladin bowed and retired. When they left the prayer hall, Tornance asked impatiently, "How was it judged?" "

Clement slightly smiled and said: "It doesn't matter how you judge it. What's important is that Sylvia's thinking is the same as mine. This is the best result. "