Above the mage!

Chapter 85 Human Nature

"Airship?!" Gao De's eyes widened.

Even though we know that in a world with extraordinary powers, the way of choosing the technology tree will inevitably be very different from that on Earth.

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

In a world without even cars or trains, "airship technology" was the first thing that was pointed out?
Really!
"Yes, airships have always been the most popular means of transportation for high-level mages on the continent."

"The water route requires many detours and is not fast enough. The land route is even more complicated and extremely dangerous in uninhabited areas."

"Comparatively speaking, airships are the fastest, safest and most comfortable way to travel."

Gao Deqiang suppressed the turmoil in his heart and asked, "Then why have I never seen an airship in Bremen City for a month?"

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

"So, Sean's airships are not only backward, but also very few in number. They are all in the hands of the government, large business companies, and nobles, and have not yet been involved in the civilian field."

"The price of an airship is extremely high, and it's not just a matter of buying it. Every year, you have to spend a lot of money on maintenance and repairs, and you have to hire the corresponding staff. The cost of using it is extremely high."

"If airships are to be popularized in the civilian field, there must be enough passenger traffic 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 its people are poor too, most people can't afford to ride on an airship." Pierre spread his hands.

"So, there are no airships in Bremen."

After hearing this, Gao De understood.

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

Even if pie falls from the sky, it is not easy to eat it. Gao De couldn't help but sigh.

Before we figure out whether the "letter of recommendation" is reliable, the next step is already clear:
The journey to Saint-Sien is too long and tortuous.

He could also follow the caravan from Hogan City to Bremen City.

It would be difficult to find a caravan that could take him from the Bremen city of Saint-Sien.

The most convenient way is to take an airship. But where can I get one?

"Come on, I'll treat you to lunch today!" Pierre didn't have as many thoughts as God, and happily stood up and said, "Boy, if you have nothing to do in the future, you can come to me more often, even if it's just to chat."

The old man had no relatives or friends. Since he fled to Bremen, he even lost his grocery store business. He had nothing to do every day and felt very lonely.

Gao De's visit made him open up.

"If you don't mind me eating and drinking for free, I will definitely come more often," Gao De also laughed, "but if I come again in the future, there will be no good wine."

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

"I live at No. 437 Cammond and work as a restorer, earning a little money to make a living." God also briefly introduced himself to Pierre.

It turned out that Pierre was indeed wealthy, and he treated us to lunch at an extremely high-end restaurant.

The food is even more luxurious:

A portion of custard cost 4 silver, a portion of grain-fed chicken cost 12 silver, ham pate cost 4 silver and 6 coppers, asparagus cost 8 silver, and dessert wine cost 3 silver and 6 coppers.

A total of 1 gold and 12 silver.

This was placed in a small restaurant diagonally opposite Mrs. Misu's house, and was enough for Gaode to have lunch for a month with some left over.

After having a good meal and a good drink, Gaode bid farewell to Pierre for the time being with great harvest.

However, his journey today did not end here.

In the afternoon.

267 Cammond.

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

"Mr. Google, is there something wrong?" Mrs. Misu opened the door, a little surprised.

"Madam, there is a little trouble." Gao De showed an anxious expression. "Ah?!" Madam Misu was very concerned and hurriedly greeted, "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 didn't bother to make tea anymore. She sat down opposite Gao De and asked with concern, "What trouble are you in?"

"I see your business has been pretty good recently. Is there something wrong with the house?"

Gao De shook his head, took out a letter that he had prepared long ago, and handed it to Mrs. Misu, "Madam, please take a look first."

At the same time, as his mind turned, magic power flashed through the spell model.

The door that was not closed by Mrs. Misu was closed the next moment, blocking out any possible prying eyes.

【Switch technique】

Seeing that Gao De looked serious, Mrs. Misu quickly took the letter, unfolded it and prepared to read it carefully.

As soon as she took a look, she couldn't help but scream out subconsciously, and looked up at Gao De in surprise.

Gao De did not say anything, and motioned Mrs. Misu to continue reading.

Seeing this, Mrs. Misu lowered her head silently and carefully examined the letter in her hand.

Gao De remained silent, observing Mrs. Misu's expression calmly, trying to figure out some changes in her mentality.

The letter he gave was the one that Master Seda was going to send to Mrs. Misu but failed to send.

Judging from the content of the letter, it is simply an expression of longing and a report on the author's recent situation, without revealing any further information.

Although he did not see anything disadvantageous to him in the letter, Gao De was still worried, not sure how much specific information Mrs. Misu knew.

But there's no point just wasting time like this, so I had no choice but to bite the bullet and go to their door and "counter their moves".

After all, apart from the apprentices in the medicine garden who knew the truth, in the eyes of outsiders, ninety-nine out of a hundred people would not think that Master Seda would be killed by an insignificant apprentice like him.

This is a natural amulet from God.

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

When Mrs. Misu finished reading the content of the letter, the expression on her face became unclear, as if she had expected something and looked a little sad.

She raised her head and looked at Gao De: "Why is my husband's letter here with you?"

Gao De said honestly: "Madam, I actually lied to you. I am not from Kamond City, but from Hogan City."

"My real identity is actually the apprentice of Master Seda."

"Are you my husband's apprentice?" Mrs. Misu frowned.

Goder nodded, thought about it, and decided to test what Mrs. Misu knew again, so he selectively told her about Master Seda's situation in Hogan City.

"The Master Mage owns a medicine garden in Hogan City and needs an apprentice to take care of it. He is kind-hearted and saw that there were many beggars in the city who were without parents and died on the streets one day. So he brought a few beggars back to the medicine garden, including me."

"After bringing us back to the medicine garden, he accepted us as apprentices, provided us with food and clothing, and taught us to read, learn spells, and prepare potions." Gode recounted what Master Seda had done in a very natural and slow manner.

There is no flaw in this statement because it is the truth. Gao De just omitted the key point that "the ultimate purpose of taking them as apprentices is to use them to test drugs."

Mrs. Misu listened attentively.

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

Therefore, we can temporarily conclude that Master Seda has indeed never revealed the details of the medicine garden to Mrs. Misu.

That's how it should be.

Before being forced to leave Hogan City, Master Seda was not a "black wizard" who took human lives lightly.

Later, when he embarks on this path for his own interests, his previous conscience may not necessarily make him feel guilty, but he will most likely hide it from his closest people in order to maintain his own image and personality.

This is human nature.

Human nature is what it is.

(End of this chapter)