Chapter 143 One Hundred Gold Coins per Person
In the blink of an eye, it is November and the weather is getting colder and colder. After all, it will be the beginning of winter in a few days.
However, Aunt Liu felt it was a bit strange. She was old, and her body was not as strong as when she was young. She was especially afraid of the cold in winter. She would have put on cotton clothes at this time of year in previous years, but she didn't seem to feel that cold this autumn and winter. She usually just wore a pure cotton long-sleeved shirt when going out, and she would feel hot if she added a vest. Her two sons were the opposite of her. They were in their prime, but they kept complaining about the cold and had put on sweaters these days.
She recently went to the countryside with some old sisters and just came back today. Her eldest son was busy at work and her daughter-in-law had an accident today. The two of them begged her for a long time before Aunt Liu reluctantly agreed to help them take care of the baby today.
After not having them for a while, my eldest son's two children seem much more well-behaved. They're quiet and obedient now, even when asked. Aunt Liu doesn't realize how completely different she is now. She used to be a nagging, overworked, tired old woman, but now she's vibrant, energetic, and fashionable. Even her style has changed. The children are the most discerning of people, and they know that their grandmother is no longer a pushover. If she gets angry, she can pick them up and spank them with one hand. They've all been incredibly well-behaved.
Aunt Liu, however, thought her son and daughter-in-law had taught the child well and was pleased. "That's right. Children should behave like children. I'm taking you to the park today."
The two dolls shouted happily.
As I was taking the elevator downstairs, I happened to run into Xu Huilan. It had been just over a week since she'd last been there, and she looked much better, with less sadness in her eyes. Aunt Liu, perceptive and understanding, saw that she was holding an annual pass for the theme park and said, "Are we going to the theme park? By the way, was the lottery draw today?"
Xu Huilan was extremely excited when she saw Aunt Liu, and couldn't wait to start telling her about her recent good fortune. "Thanks to you, my two children are watching the live broadcast at home every day. Last night, the park announced that we won a 10,000 yuan grand prize. I'm going over to claim it now!"
Aunt Liu quickly congratulated her, "That's great! You won't have to worry about your child's tuition next year. You should also buy more delicious food and keep yourself healthy. Only then will you have something to look forward to in the future."
Today is Tuesday, but there are still many people going to the park.
As soon as Aunt Liu brought her baby and Hsu Hui-lan into the park, they saw a lot of people gathered around one place to watch the fun. Upon closer inspection, they found that they were watching the director being interviewed.
Reporter: "After the Frost Descent event ended, Fantasy Park was two days late in announcing the promised bonuses. During this time, many discordant voices appeared online, suggesting that Fantasy Park was just a gimmick or that they were under financial pressure and couldn't deliver on their promises. Are you disappointed by this?"
Chi Yizhen: "Of course not. Fantasy Park is now an influential brand, and we should certainly fulfill our promises to the public. It is an honor for us to receive public supervision. Whether the evaluation is good or bad, it is the public's freedom. As a for-profit enterprise, Fantasy Park is very happy to accept more criticism and suggestions, because this means that the park still has shortcomings. Our Fantasy Park's purpose is to become the best park in the world, a place that can bring happiness and joy to everyone..."
Reporter: "Will you hold similar events in the future? Will you feel any pressure in terms of funding?"
Chi Yizhen: "We did have financial pressure at the time. To be honest, when I was hosting the event, I felt a little distressed when I thought about the money I had spent. However, since the park opened, it has received love and support from all walks of life, and the national policy has also provided many preferential policies. I believe that a mature enterprise should actively assume social responsibility, so the park will continue to hold similar events in the future when appropriate... As for the park's wish house, we also hope to receive support from caring people from all walks of life..."
Aunt Liu and Xu Huilan didn't like to squeeze with others, but because the crowd was relatively quiet, they were able to hear the director's words clearly. They already had a good impression of the director, and after hearing these words, they liked him even more.
Who doesn’t like a principal who is polite, serious about his work, and speaks openly and honestly?
Aunt Liu pointed at her two children and said, "Did you hear me? Study hard and become a…"
The eldest grandson shouted, "Just be the headmaster!"
Aunt Liu slapped him on the forehead. "What are you talking about? Being the principal's employee!"
Eldest grandson: ...
Aunt Liu said to Xu Huilan, "I have an old sister whose child works in the park. She has very good benefits. Your child should work hard in the future and strive to get a stable job in the park!" Generally speaking, except for state-owned units, no company dares to confidently believe that it can operate for decades. After all, the lifespan of most companies is very short. However, Aunt Liu is inexplicably confident in the director of the park and the Fantasy Park.
Xu Huilan is now very confident about the park. Recently, she has come to the park every day to fight monsters and met many foreign tourists. Listening to them praising the Fantasy Park and their attitude that they wish the Fantasy Park could be moved to their doorstep, Xu Huilan, as a local, feels very proud.
She nodded and said, "Yes, the employees of Fantasyland can eat at the Pixie Restaurant every day!"
When they heard about the Dwarf Restaurant, Aunt Liu's two grandsons started drooling.
The interview with the director ended soon, and Aunt Liu and Xu Huilan also separated. Xu Huilan went to receive the award, and Aunt Liu took the two dolls to the Dwarf Restaurant for dinner. Since the first live broadcast event of the City of Pranks, the Dwarf Restaurant has added a large screen dedicated to showing short films in the park. The popular ones include "Three Stupid Thieves Break into the Park" and "Exciting Clips of Exploring the City of Pranks". After the large-scale Frost Descent event, "Exciting Clips of Frost Descent Events" were added. These include clips such as He Jing angrily slapping a gay man who cheated on her marriage, and the scheming Pucci Bird fanning the flames, which made the tourists laugh. Of course, there are also tear-jerking short films such as "Ah Zhenlan's Secret".
Aunt Liu brought her two grandsons to the restaurant. As soon as they sat down, the big screen started playing "Ah Zhenlan's Secret". The short film was less than 30 minutes long and was almost finished when the diners finished waiting for their meals.
Aunt Liu, at her age, really couldn't bear to watch this, and her eyes became moist as she watched.
The eldest grandson said, "Don't cry, grandma. This is all fake. It's just a lie."
Aunt Liu shook her head and said, "Silly grandson, the story is made up, but the feelings are real!"
Since entering the park to fight monsters, Aunt Liu's memory has been getting better and better. After watching "Ah Zhenlan's Secret", she was moved by the scene and naturally recalled her childhood. She didn't experience the war years, but her grandparents did.
Families were torn apart, people were displaced, starving, and suffered humiliation—that's not all. There were also countless traitors and accomplices. Life was truly difficult back then! There were so many horrific events that even today's films and TV series can't capture. After watching this short film, Aunt Liu was reminiscent of the historical events she'd heard from her grandparents as a child.
She briefly recounted these events to her two grandsons, concluding, "The peaceful life we enjoy today is the result of countless sacrifices by our ancestors. Back then, they didn't know whether they would ultimately win, or whether our country would ever stand up against bullying. Yet, no one gave up the fight. Just like in this short film, they fought and sacrificed their lives for their homeland. Although they were deceived by bad guys, they also shone brightly. Those who deserved death are the bad guys. I believe that the legacy of good people like these will be passed down to future generations, and they will surely achieve victory."
"You should eat well, study hard, cherish the present day, and when you grow up, be responsible for yourself and contribute to society. If you have the chance, save people like Ah Zhenlan and Duolanzhu who have been deceived and exploited by bad guys. Do you understand?"
The two grandsons nodded and shouted loudly, "I understand!"
The conversation between Aunt Liu and her two grandsons was overheard by the diners nearby. Some looked ashamed, for not long ago, they had been arguing about whether Ah Zhenlan truly loved Duo Lanzhu, otherwise how could she have killed her. Compared to that, their focus was indeed misplaced. Some took the opportunity to talk about past stories, saying that in that era of uncertainty and crisis, let alone lovers, even parents would not hesitate to eliminate their own sons if they discovered they were traitors, for the sake of their country and family, because this was not just about a small family and love, but about thousands of families on this land...
"What are the Four Righteous Gods? They should be the Four Evil Gods. These evil gods and monsters that bring disaster to people will be killed as monsters sooner or later!"
"Damn it! I despise this kind of scheming and conspiracy the most!"
"If you have the guts, fight openly. If you plot to harm others like this, even if you win, you'll be worse than an animal!"
"I heard King Little Thorn say that the evil god used conspiracy to destroy Thorns before, but I didn't feel anything at the time. But seeing Ah Zhenlan's past, I was so angry that I couldn't sleep at night. Sooner or later, I will cut the evil god into pieces and spread them on the ground as a pee mat for my pets!"
There was a chorus of agreement from all around...
Chi Yizheng took the spiritual doll living in the ceramic doll for a walk around the park. He saw the short film "Ah Zhenlan's Secret" hanging in various places and heard many people's comments about it.
Chi Yizhen asked, "How is it? Are you satisfied with this new home?"
The porcelain doll's lips moved, "I finally understand why Atelan is willing to rest here. Fantasy Paradise is a very magical place." The people here are free of suffering and gloom, and they sympathize with the Thorns Empire that has fallen into misery, and hate the evil gods and monsters that bring destruction and disaster. Men, women, young and old, regardless of profession... It seems that everyone has a straight spine. It seems inconspicuous, but when condensed, it is a mountain that cannot be destroyed.
In its own world, most people only worship and fear this destructive power. Now, thousands of years after the destruction of Thorns, there is not even anyone who questions it.
Chi Yizhen: "The day will come when things will change."
The porcelain doll stared at him and said, "Director, as long as you promise that Fantasy Park will never turn against the evil god, I am willing to stay and work in Fantasy Park forever, bringing with me the people I have called upon."
Chi Yizheng: "Deal, then." He pointed a finger at the little porcelain doll.
The porcelain doll hesitated for a moment, then stretched out her hand and shook hands with him.
Chi Yizhen placed the porcelain doll Ah Zhen in the City of Pranks and made her a neighbor of the Little Thorn King.
***
In another world, the Kingdom of Theodore, the royal capital.
A row of priests, headed by the Pope, had already been parked in front of the Four Seasons Cathedral. When they saw the figure approaching from afar, the Pope was the first to smile.
"Welcome, His Majesty Thrall."
In the faint sunlight of late autumn, Sal, wearing a thin shirt and trousers, smiled slightly, and his stern face instantly became lively.
He chatted and laughed with important figures such as the Pope, like the moon surrounded by stars. Raymond stood in the crowd, feeling very uncomfortable when he saw that this swindler who was wanted not long ago now had such a style.
"Raymond!" The Pope's sudden call made Raymond shudder. He reluctantly moved to stand in front of Thrall, "Good day, Your Majesty Thrall."
Sal stared at him for a moment and said, "Good day, my old friend."
Pope: "The Goddess has revealed her oracle, and we have reached an agreement with Fantasy Paradise. Fantasy Paradise has promised that the Church of Four Seasons will be the first to enter the New World to preach. This is all thanks to His Majesty Thrall's goodwill in front of the Lord of Paradise he believes in. Raymond, as a follower, when you go to Fantasy Paradise from now on, you must learn from His Majesty Thrall."
Under the Pope's oppressive gaze and Sarpi's forced smile, Raymond felt his anus tighten and replied fearlessly, "Yes!"
The Pope then smiled and asked Sal about the date when the Church of Four Seasons would enter the Fantasy Paradise.
Thrall: "Well, it depends on how many days it takes you to build a church."
The Pope was stunned. "We're going to build the church ourselves?" The Kingdom of Theodore was the most powerful nation on the continent, and the Church of the Four Seasons, which ruled it, was naturally revered by all. In the past, when they were preaching, the locals had built their own churches and then respectfully invited them there. The Pope, accustomed to a high and mighty position, had never encountered such a question before. Didn't the oracle state that the Lord of Paradise was below the Goddess in rank?
Sar said bluntly, "Of course. And you're using our park's land. Every month, no, every week, you have to pay land rental fees, daily passenger flow fees, and conversion fees..."
Sal spoke a long string of words without blinking, and the Pope was a little dumbfounded. He asked him what conversion fees and traffic fees were.
Thrall smiled. "That depends on what level you want. Level one means a thousand people will pass by your church every day. If ten of them enter your church, you will have to pay ten conversion fees."
There were some things that were difficult to ask for someone of the Pope's status, so Raymond tactfully took the lead and asked, "What if we don't exchange fees?"
Thrall: "Then the paradise will put up a sign in front of your church, prohibiting tourists from passing through. Then you won't be able to spread the word, let alone the names of the four seasons. Of course, I believe that anything that can be solved with money is not a big deal. One hundred gold coins per person? How about it?"
Raymond: ...
pope:……
Why don't you go and rob?
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