Chapter 213 Visiting Some Changes, Baron Hilton, Lights
The people that Butler Cher found acted quickly, and the broken glass was replaced that same day.
The tiles and planks needed for the repairs were also transported to the villa, and work could begin the next morning.
To maintain the overall integrity and stability of the roof, the leader of the craftsmen came up with their solution.
They would first remove all the roof tiles, continuing to use the ones that were still usable, and replacing the lost and broken ones with new tiles they brought.
Lei had no objection to this.
Besides that, the villa was finally cleaned up after several days by the two adults and three children. Karma and Diana were the main workers, with the three children just helping out.
Next, all that's left are the old curtains that need washing.
Since the strength of two people was ultimately limited, Cher eventually hired two women living nearby for one silver coin and fifty copper coins a day.
The four of them spent a whole day cleaning the curtains, saving Lai a lot of money that would have cost to buy new ones.
In just a few days, except for the roof which still hadn't been tiled, the villa was practically brand new.
The old butler also carefully selected and purchased two gentle stallions and a spacious carriage for Ray.
The carriages will be used for transporting goods, and the extra space was something Ray specifically instructed them to make.
The old horse harnesses used in Eton Forest still lie quietly in Lai's pendant space. With the ropes replaced and repairs done, they can be used again. Repairs don't cost many silver coins, which is more cost-effective than buying new ones.
The problem of Lai's transportation was thus solved.
At Ray's behest, Vincent has already begun preparations for clearing and cultivating the land, and will start immediately once the roof is repaired.
What surprised Ray the most was everyone's attitude after they learned that he possessed magic and was a wood-type magician.
Cher's face showed a mixture of joy and regret.
He was happy that the Victor family had a successor, but he was also saddened that the old master, that is, Ray's grandfather, did not live to see this.
Jennifer, who came from a humble background, brought magical blood to the family, and the old man's generosity brought new life to the family.
I wonder what Old Butler Cher will think when he learns that Ray is a staunch non-marriage advocate.
Vincent is a new force in the Cher family, and he will likely take on the main responsibility for the family in the future.
At first, he felt more curiosity and respect for Ray, the young master of the Victor family who had suddenly appeared, but after spending the next few days together, he developed a deep and genuine respect for him.
The three children in the family now treat Ray as an amazing adult.
The title has changed from "Respected Lord Victoire" to "Respected Lord Ray".
In the continent of Casa, when addressing others, people prioritize titles and positions. This is followed by their social status.
Since the family had lost its baronial status, everyone called Ray "Young Master" or "Master".
But when they learned that Lei was a certified magician, he was given the additional title of "Master Mage".
He has higher priority than the young master, but the old butler Cher is closer to the Victor family and still habitually calls Ray the young master.
Mages entering the royal city need to register at the Mage Guild, but Lai just hasn't had the time yet.
Vincent's eldest son, Duncan, unsurprisingly became Ry's driver, responsible for Ry's daily transportation.
After registering the carriage, Rye took Duncan out to formally visit Edward.
Lai prepared for him the finest fruit wine and fruits from the elven kingdom's capital city that could not be found on the streets.
He couldn't possibly visit his father's old friends, his elders, empty-handed.
These are some ordinary gifts, but they are the least likely to go wrong.
The horses' hooves clattered on the city's stone-paved streets.
The area where the royal nobles gathered was extremely valuable, with every inch of land worth its weight in gold.
Its numerous houses and surrounding facilities were built using the best construction methods, and the city's roads were paved with large stone slabs.
The road surface has a dense drainage system, providing the most convenient living conditions for residents of this rainy city.
This place is not filthy and chaotic, nor does it have the horrific scenes of old cities with excrement and urine everywhere.
Instead, it was clean and tidy. Neat green plants lined the roadside, and a street lamp could be seen at regular intervals.
The cleanliness of the streets was an important aspect of the nobility's image, and this place was incredibly advanced.
The address Edward left for Rye was a small mansion in the city.
There are many places like this on this street, after all, these were houses given by the king to nobles for convenience in handling matters and lodging.
The carriage stopped, and Duncan's deep voice came from outside.
"Lord Lei, we have arrived."
"good."
Ray stepped down from the carriage, dressed in presentable clothes, and had his hair cut by Cher.
With his long hair cut short, Lai's face looks even younger and more energetic, making him appear handsome and dashing.
Duncan parked the carriage and stood behind Rye, carrying a large basket filled with fruit wine and fruit.
Rye knocked on the metal knocker on the door.
Knock knock knock.
A knock came at the door, and soon Ray met Edmund's male servant.
"May I ask who you are?"
The servant had never seen Ray before; he was a complete stranger.
He searched his memory but couldn't find a customer who looked like Lai. However, the man's attire and demeanor made him dare not be negligent in the slightest.
The guests who could visit the Baron's mansion were certainly not people like him who could be easily provoked; he had a clear understanding of himself.
"Is Lord Edmund Hilton at home? I am Ray Victor, son of Valerio Victor, an old friend of yours. I am currently residing in the Royal City and have come to pay my respects today."
Victor?
He had never heard of that surname before. However, he had only worked there for a little over a decade, so it was indeed possible that he was unaware of it.
"I'm sorry, Mr. Victor."
The male servant looked troubled.
"The Baron has been very busy lately and hasn't returned for three days. I can leave you some information, and when he returns, I will tell him about your visit."
"Okay, that's really unfortunate."
Lei looked disappointed.
"These are some fruits and fruit wines from the Elven race that I brought for him, hoping to give them to him or his family."
Ray gave up his seat so that Duncan could hand the items to the valet.
The first time Karma went out with Ray, she was afraid he would embarrass Ray, so she made him change into her new clothes.
"You're too kind."
The valet took the document and asked Ray if he had any message for Edmund, as well as his current address.
"Just tell him I need to talk to him about something."
"good."
After leaving the address of the estate, Lyle left with Duncan.
"Lord Lei, where are we going next?"
Duncan asked.
Seeing that it was still early, Lai decided to go to the city center and register at the Magicians' Guild.
"Go to the mage association in the city."
"yes."
Aside from not meeting Edmund in person during his visit, everything else that Ray had to do today went very smoothly.
Lai kept the small wooden plaque representing a mage's rank well. He could simply hand it over to the mage association staff upon arrival.
He doesn't need to worry about what happens next.
In fact, Lei's level is no longer as low as it was during the initial test, but he does not want to undergo a second test at the moment.
This information can easily be leaked if someone with ulterior motives investigates it intentionally.
He had just entered a new environment and didn't yet understand the specifics, so he couldn't reveal his true intentions immediately.
Re-registering in the royal city is not just about identity verification, but also for a more important reason.
On the third day after the full moon each month, there will be a huge gathering of magicians, and only registered magicians are allowed to participate.
The gathering not only offers a variety of magical items for trade, but also allows you to purchase the information you need.
This might be a good opportunity.
After boarding, Rye had Ross take him to a shop that sold glass lamps.
The villa's main living room needs a bright chandelier, and there are also a study, reception room, greenhouse, storage room, stable...
Light is indispensable to human beings.
The Cher family still used oil lamps and candles for lighting.
If he hadn't prepared a glass lamp, he would have been living in the dim light of the fire all this time.
The invention of the glass lamp brought convenience to the residents of the entire continent, and it will surely be recorded in the annals of the continent's history.
This shopping trip cost Ray several more gold coins, but it was all worth it for him.
In a short period of time, human research on the aesthetics of glass lamps has reached a new level.
It is no longer just for lighting purposes, but has acquired more exquisite designs to meet the needs of people from different social classes.
Of course, the switching device that Temuji created under the inspiration of Lei also became popular with the development of glass lamps.
This is an inevitable trend.
After receiving the deposit, the store will send someone to deliver the items directly to Kezhuangyuan, and they will also provide corresponding installation services.
"Sir, are you planning to install it throughout the entire villa?"
Ross asked, his face filled with surprise and anticipation.
"It's only necessary to install it in the required places; there's no need for it in places where no one lives."
There are empty rooms on the first floor of the villa; you can move there, but there's a curfew, and you can't go out at night without permission.
"Okay, okay! Thank you, sir."
Ross is almost an adult, but his family has always been crammed into one room, which is very inconvenient.
He had moved to the concierge's living room to live with the old butler, but this did not change the fact that the concierge's room was very crowded.
He didn't know how his grandparents had raised his uncles and aunts under such conditions.
It must be very crowded and difficult.
The room that the old butler had originally occupied was given to Diana and her daughter when they moved back.
Having their own separate room has a different meaning for Ross and his brother.
"Ross, let's go to the market next. You find a place to store the carriage."
"yes."
To penetrate a local market, the most important thing is to conduct market research.
The vegetables and meat supplied to the Royal City Market all come from nearby farms.
Nobles owned vast tracts of land, which were either leased by farmers or directly managed by collateral branches of noble families.
Then, planting and breeding were carried out on these lands, and the agricultural products produced by these farms flowed into the surrounding markets and directly supplied the needs of noble households.
There are two powerful forces in the market, one visible and one invisible, which exert overt or covert control over the prices of various commodities.
The capital city has developed its own system, and merchants have firmly bound themselves to nobles, politicians, and businessmen.
It seems very difficult for Lei to gain a foothold in this group at present.
These small vendors all have stable suppliers behind them, and perhaps they need to set up several fixed stalls.
These complicated matters require Lei to think carefully before making a final decision.
"let's go."
It was almost dark when Ray returned. The Cher family hadn't eaten and were all waiting for the two of them to come back.
The craftsmen, on the other hand, went to rest early.
After letting Rye off at the main gate, Ross drove the carriage around to the stables at the back.
"Young Master Lei, you're back."
Cher had already come to greet him.
"The lights have been installed, and as you arranged, the lighting wiring for each floor is independent."
Lei nodded.
"Great, why didn't you turn on the lights?"
"I think it's up to you to open it and witness this unforgettable moment."
"What's that word again? Right! A sense of ritual! Butler Cher is very ritualistic."
Ryan commented that he learned many new words from Ray and enjoyed using them immensely.
The light was dim, and out of the old butler's sight, Lai curled the corners of his lips into a smile.
The feeling of being respected and valued is irresistible.
"Let's go in."
Ray pushed open the wooden door and, at Cher's prompting, pressed the switch, illuminating the large chandelier in the center of the living room and lighting up all the open spaces from the first floor to the second.
The deep red curtains have finally returned to their original color, much lighter than when Lei first saw them.
They had new tassels, which looked very elegant hanging by the window. They absorbed the light from the chandelier and had a sheen like that of silk.
"It's so beautiful."
Kama praised, his eyes filled with longing.
"The old lamp stands have been put in the warehouse, and the lights in the study, living room and your bedroom have all been installed."
Do you still have the old lamp I brought?
"There are two left."
"Leave one lamp in the carriage, and install the others in the guest rooms. If there aren't enough rooms in the gatehouse, everyone can move to the first floor of the villa. Don't come up to the second floor or above easily, as I don't like being disturbed."
"yes."
Cher obeyed all of Ray's decisions without question.
A sound came from the back door; Ross was carrying the meat and ribs that Rye had bought.
"So bright! So beautiful! I could see the living room lights from the stable."
The villa has finally been restored to some of its former appearance.
Ray couldn't help but think of their two-story house in the small mountain village. What would Neil and Tata look like if they were still by his side and saw this scene?
Is there dinner left?
“Yes! And it’s still hot,” Kama replied.
"Let's eat then."
As time went by, all the roof tiles were replaced.
Cher also bought a young and strong yellow ox for the estate.
Ray waited for Edmund's message, but received no reply.
Five days after his visit, on a cloudy morning.
Lei is drawing up greenhouse designs in his study, combining modern concepts with the current situation.
There was a knock on the study door and a question from Cher.
"Young Master Ray, Baron Hilton has come to visit."
Lai put down his ink brush and opened the door.
Where is he?
"I'm here."
Edmund emerged from the blind spot of the study.
"Long time no see, Ray."
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