Above the mage

Chapter 85 Human Nature

"An airship?!" Gao De's eyes widened.

Even knowing that in a world with supernatural powers, the way technology is developed will inevitably differ greatly from that on Earth.

But he was still shocked when he first heard about the existence of the airship.

In a world without cars or trains, the first thing mentioned is "airship technology"?

You guys are something else!

"Yes, airships have always been the most common mode of transportation for high-ranking monks on the mainland."

"Waterways require various detours and are not fast enough. Land routes are even more complicated, and are extremely dangerous in uninhabited areas."

"In comparison, airships are the fastest, safest, and most comfortable mode of transportation."

Gao Deqiang suppressed the turmoil in his heart, "Then why have I never seen an airship in the month since I arrived in Bremen?"

Pierre sighed and said helplessly, "Because our country is just a small principality."

"Therefore, Sean's airships are not only outdated, but also very few in number, and are mostly controlled by the government, large merchants, and nobles, and have not yet entered the civilian sector."

"The price of an airship is extremely high, and it's not just a matter of buying it and that's it. Every year, there are considerable maintenance and repair costs, as well as the need for corresponding staff, making the operating costs extremely high."

"For airships to be widely used in the civilian sector, they must have a sufficient passenger flow to ensure that they do not lose money or even make a profit."

"This is simply impossible in a small principality like ours."

"Because Sean is poor, and the people of Sean are poor, most people can't afford to ride in a plane," Pierre said, shrugging.

"Therefore, there are no airships in Bremen."

Upon hearing this, Gaode understood.

Just like on Earth, only a few cities have "airports".

Even if a pie falls from the sky, getting it into your mouth isn't an easy thing, Gaode couldn't help but sigh.

Before we even know whether the "letter of recommendation" is reliable, the next question is already out in the open:

The journey to Saint-Sien is too long and winding.

He could also travel with caravans from Hogan to Bremen.

It would be difficult to find a caravan that could take him anywhere from the city of San Sien in the Bremen area.

The most convenient way is by airship. But where can you find an airship?

"Come on, lunch's on me today!" Pierre didn't have as many thoughts as Gao De had, and happily stood up to greet him, "Kid, you can come see me more often when you're free, even if it's just to chat."

The old man had no relatives or friends. Since he ran away to Bremen, he had even lost his grocery store business and was very lonely with nothing to do every day.

Gaode's visit opened him up and he started talking.

"If you don't mind me eating and drinking for free, I'll definitely come more often," Gao De said with a smile. "But the next time I come, there won't be any good wine left."

Pierre was the first acquaintance he met after coming into this world, and there were some special feelings between them.

"I live at 437 Carmond and work as a restorer to make a living," Gode briefly explained his situation to Pierre.

As it turned out, Pierre was indeed very wealthy, and he treated everyone to lunch at an extremely high-end restaurant.

The food was even more extravagant:

A serving of steamed egg custard costs 4 silver coins, a serving of young chicken raised on grain costs 12 silver coins, a serving of ham sauce costs 4 silver coins and 6 copper coins, asparagus costs 8 silver coins, and sweet wine costs 3 silver coins and 6 copper coins.

A total of 1 gold and 12 silver.

If you put this in the small restaurant diagonally opposite Mrs. Misu's house, it would be enough for Gaode to have lunch for a month and there would still be some left over.

After a satisfying meal, Gao De bid farewell to Pierre, feeling quite content.

However, his schedule for the day did not end there.

It was afternoon.

Carmond 267.

A month later, Gaode knocked on Mrs. Misu's door again.

"Mr. Google, is there something you need?" Mrs. Misu asked, opening the door with some surprise.

"Madam, there's a little trouble." Gao De looked anxious.

"Ah?!" Mrs. Misu was very concerned and quickly invited, "What's the trouble? Come in and tell me."

Gao De walked into the room briskly and sat down in the reception area.

Mrs. Misu lost her appetite for tea and sat down opposite Gao De, asking with concern, "What trouble have you encountered?"

"Your business seems to be doing quite well lately. Is there some kind of problem with the house?"

Gao De shook his head, took out a pre-prepared letter from his pocket, and handed it to Madam Misu. "Madam, please take a look."

At the same time, as he thought about it, his magical power flashed through the spell model.

The door that Mrs. Misu hadn't closed was shut the next moment, blocking any possible prying eyes.

【Switch-on technique】.

Seeing that God's expression was serious, Mrs. Misu quickly took the letter, unfolded it, and prepared to read it carefully.

She couldn't help but gasp in surprise at the first glance, and looked up at Gao De in astonishment.

Gao De remained silent, gesturing for Mrs. Misu to continue reading.

Upon seeing this, Madame Misu silently lowered her head and carefully examined the letter in her hand.

Gao De remained silent, observing Madam Misu's expression discreetly, trying to discern any changes in her mindset.

The letter he provided was the one that Master Seda had intended to send to Madame Misu, but was unable to send.

Judging from the content of the letters, they simply express feelings of longing and report on the author's recent situation, without revealing any further information.

Although he didn't see anything disadvantageous about himself in the letter, Gao De was still uneasy, unsure of how much specific information Mrs. Misu actually knew.

There's no point in just waiting around; the only option is to bite the bullet and go to their door, then deal with their moves as they come.

Ultimately, apart from the apprentices in the herb garden who knew the truth, to outsiders, ninety-nine out of a hundred people would not believe that Master Seda could be killed by such an insignificant junior apprentice.

This is Gaode Natural's protective charm.

Fortunately, the worst-case scenario that Gaode had anticipated did not occur.

After Madame Misu finished reading the letter, her expression became inscrutable, as if she had anticipated something, and she looked somewhat sad.

She looked up at Gao De: "How did my husband's letter end up with you?"

Gao De "honestly" said, "Madam, I actually lied to you back then. I am not from Carmond City, but was born in Hogan City."

"My true identity is actually an apprentice of the monk Seda."

"You're my husband's apprentice?" Mrs. Misu frowned.

Gao De nodded, thought for a moment, and decided to probe further about what Lady Misu knew. He then selectively recounted the situation of Master Seda in Hogan City.

"The Master owns a herb garden in Hogan City, which he needs apprentices to manage. He is kind-hearted and saw that many beggar children in the city were orphans who died violently in the streets one day. So he took a few beggar children back to the herb garden, including me."

"After taking us back to the herb garden, he took us in as apprentices, provided us with food and clothing, and taught us to read, learn magic, and concoct potions." God recounted the actions of the sorcerer Seda in a natural and slow manner.

This statement is flawless because it is the truth. Gao De simply omitted the crucial point that "the ultimate purpose of taking them on as apprentices was to use them as test subjects for drugs."

Mrs. Misu listened intently.

At least Gaode couldn't see any flaws in her expression.

Therefore, we can tentatively conclude that Master Seda never revealed the details of the medicine garden to Lady Misu.

That's how it should be.

Before being forced to leave Hogan City, the mage Seda was not the ruthless "black mage" who disregarded human life.

Later, when he embarked on this path for his own benefit, his previous conscience might not necessarily make him feel guilty, but it would most likely make him hide it from his closest relatives in order to maintain his image and persona.

This is human nature.

That's human nature.

(End of this chapter)