Chapter 779: Different Circles
"I have never attended a dinner of this level before. Magic props, worthy of the Earl of Flame, actually use magic items on such a large scale."
Shatia lowered her voice and spoke to Wang Yi, seeming to be somewhat shocked as well.
"Is it rare?"
Wang Yi asked quietly, earning a coquettish roll of the eyes from Shalltia.
However, she now understands that her man is very powerful, but he may be a great wizard from the floating city, and he is a bit "out of touch with reality", so she patiently explains.
"I have a good relationship with Baroness Danic, but Baron Danic's family only has one set of exquisite tableware to decorate the house. The nobles spend a lot of money to maintain their decent life..."
From Shalltear's simple explanation, we can also know that many nobles are actually quite tight on finances. Nobles with fiefs have a lot of income, but their expenses are also not small. If they don't have any financial acumen, they won't be able to save much money in a year.
For example, Baron Danic's main income comes from some taxes from the poor town of Danic, as well as two mills and farmland.
Because it is close to the Monster Forest, the soil fertility here is relatively low, and the farmland does not produce much grain. After deducting the cost of private soldiers, the cost of maintaining the town and castle, the expenses of servants and the expenses of daily decent living, the life here may not be as comfortable as Shalltear.
"It makes them very happy that I sold my tavern to them. Maybe their lives will be better in the future."
Shatia said with a smile that if she didn't have a good relationship with Madam Danic and she was eager to make a move to keep up with this heartless man, if she adopted a bidding method, the price might have been increased by 10% or 20%.
As for these magical items that are purely for decoration and improving life, they are quite a luxury even for small nobles.
The gorgeous magic chandelier seems to be inlaid with crystals, stacked up layer by layer.
The red carpet on the ground is also woven with enchanted silk threads. Not only does it feel soft when you step on it, it also seems to have a slight self-cleaning and water-repellent effect.
The banquet's decorations and tableware were also very exquisite, and the sculptures on both sides of the hall seemed to be made by masters, and were very lifelike.
In particular, on the wall behind the background board in the center of the hall, there is a lifelike bird head statue, which is the image of the flamingo.
The bird's proud and condescending look is vividly carved out, but everyone who sees this statue can also remember that this heroic and arrogant powerful Warcraft lord was originally driven away by the Earl of Flame! This also represents the Earl's current strongest record.
"Wow, I didn't expect that."
Wang Yi glanced at the gorgeous magic chandelier in the center and the statues in the corners that were engraved with dehumidification capabilities, and felt that the workmanship was just average, probably the work of an ordinary formal wizard.
Moreover, it cannot be self-sufficient and still requires the consumption of magic crystals.
The dehumidification and temperature regulation functions of the sculptures are not integrated. The sculptures in the two rows each have their own different functions, and each one can be activated based on the needs.
Generally speaking, it has something to do with the material and the concentration of magic power.
The place where more silver is used is the castle's defensive formation.
It seems that Count Luke is actually a relatively pragmatic person. He uses good steel where it is needed most. The magical items displayed at the dinner are generally just enough to maintain the face of the Count.
At least for those who don't know much about it, it can still fool them.
"Oh, dear Yi, we meet again."
President Mike of the Bards Guild came to Wang Yi with a gentle curly-haired beauty and greeted him.
From the natural smile on his face, it seemed as if the previous unpleasant incident had never happened.
He knew that this person might be an official wizard, so it was more normal to have elven music scores.
However, he did not publicize this matter widely. He only revealed a little bit when Master Tailor Weber came to inquire about it some time ago.
Now looking at the material and style of the dresses they were wearing, Mike showed a hint of envy on his face.
As expected, a formal wizard is truly amazing. This must have been carefully crafted by Master Weber. It doesn't look high-profile, but it fits perfectly.
“Your dresses are beautiful.”
Mike sighed. If someone from Earl Luke's mansion came to ask, he would probably reveal something, but they didn't.
After all, we are just hiring a singer, there is no need to play any background music.
Although Mike himself appeared here in a smart suit, he essentially just came here to sing and liven up the atmosphere.
However, he was not worried that this big shot, the official mage, would have any unpleasantness. He could sing at his seat in the tavern and was not arrogant. It was just that he was greedy at the beginning. Otherwise, if he tried hard to make friends with him, he might get unexpected benefits.
What a pity...
"Sir Mike, your dress is beautiful too."
Wang Yi didn't care much about it. He was a descendant of a noble family and had such a character. What else could one expect from him?
At least they did the job beautifully, and that's enough.
This kind of utilitarian, realistic and current-minded person is sometimes quite convenient to use, and you never know when you can use it.
At present, "The Savages Come Out of the Mountains" can be said to have been completely spread.
Because of its elven style, low difficulty and catchy singing, many bards have begun to actively learn how to spread it passively.
As for Beifeng, it seems that he has also gone to Danik Town to sing recently. I wonder what it will be like if he meets the players directly...
Wang Yi was more familiar with Mike and the others at the scene, so naturally he chatted with them casually.
Mike originally wanted to actively mend the relationship, and even used that unpleasant impression to reverse it, so he was always on the side helping Wang Yi introduce his identity as a guest here.
Doyle, the president of the Merchants Guild, is also the boss of a large chamber of commerce. He has more than ten professional experts under him, and his business has expanded to neighboring countries. It is said that his son has a talent for magic and is studying at the only magic academy in the capital of the Principality of Kton.
It is also said that he is very sensitive to numbers because he grew up following the Chamber of Commerce, and has the potential to become a magician.
Magic schools teach magical knowledge, but most of the students cannot become real wizards. The majority of them are spellcasting tools, enchanters, or those who practice both magic and martial arts.
There is also a daughter of Baron Zack who has magical talent. Although he has been claiming that his daughter is a wizard, according to Mike's gossip, it seems that she only has some talent in enchantment.
As the president of the Bards Guild, although he did not reveal all the private information like the Thieves Guild, he knew a lot of public information.
And because he suspected that Wang Yi was an official mage, the people he introduced were all more or less related to mages.
"Even among the nobles, they would be proud to have a magician. Mages are very good at making money, but they are also very good at spending money, especially before they become talented..."
Mike also had some emotion on his face at this time.
But his wife seemed a little impatient, looking around absent-mindedly.
"Don't you have a good relationship with Baroness Zach? They are over there, you should go over too."
Mike didn't want his wife to cause any trouble, so he found a reason to send her away.
He knew his woman's character very well, so he could hint it to Weber, but he would not tell it to his wife.
"Okay, I'll go over first. Ms. Shalltia, would you like to come with me? I'll introduce you to some friends."
Although Mrs. Mac seemed a little impatient and absent-minded, she still put in a lot of effort on the surface and even extended an invitation to Shalltia.
"No, I want to stay with Yi."
Shalltear wasn't interested in any of that.
"Are you afraid that your lover will be seduced away by another vixen? Then I'll be leaving now."
Mrs. Mike covered her mouth and chuckled, made a little joke, then took her leave and went to the group of ladies.
Although Mike himself is now only a descendant of the nobility, his main mission this time is to sing for money.
But no matter what, he is still the president of the Bards Guild in the big city of Dunno. With his status, his wife can still enter the circle of wives of minor nobles...
