Being a knight is not easy

Chapter 262 Mission 2
In the minds of most nobles, high-rise buildings were something only the most distinguished nobles could afford to live in.

This is not a symbol of status, but rather because the construction of high-rise buildings is extremely difficult. Whether it is the acquisition and transportation of building materials or the technical requirements during the construction process, they are not easy to meet.

Therefore, the Marquis found it hard to understand why commoners could freely enter and exit such buildings.

"That's right, it was built specifically to increase the urban population. In the same area of ​​a working-class neighborhood, the population can increase fivefold after these five-story buildings are built."

Will introduced it with a face full of pride, as if he were telling a story of a great innovation.

Marquis Sonata's eyes flickered, clearly indicating that he had also quickly come to this conclusion.

This is related to the long-term development of the city. How come I didn't think of such a simple yet extremely effective method before?

The Marquis couldn't help but feel a sense of admiration for the way this pioneer town was managed.

Subsequently, the Marquis of Sonata discovered a new problem.

The streets of Pioneer Town were cleaner than I could have imagined; there wasn't a speck of debris on the ground, just like a meticulously wiped mirror.

Moreover, there is a delicate little fountain every hundred meters, with clear water gushing out from the spring, which people can use at any time.

The trees lining both sides of the street are lush and green, their abundant branches and leaves like giant green umbrellas, casting a cool shade.

Such a scene makes even the meticulously maintained back gardens of many nobles pale in comparison.

"This...this..." Marquis Sonata's lips trembled slightly, and for a moment he was speechless, not knowing what to say.

He was deeply shocked. He thought he had a lot of experience in managing and building his territory, but this small Pioneer Town showed him so many things that were beyond his comprehension.

Not only Will, but many residents of Pioneer Town, upon seeing Marquis Sonata's shocked expression, involuntarily raised their chests, their faces filled with pride.

They love this land and are proud of its prosperity.

There was a reason why the Marquis of Sonata was so shocked.

Throughout the development of cities in various territories, there has always been an extremely thorny problem, a problem that stands like a huge boulder blocking the path of cities toward prosperity.

The real reason hindering urban development is not just the construction of residential areas, but the state of urban sanitation.

Take the daily excrement of the people, for example; it's a major problem.

In most cities, this has become a common problem.

Due to a lack of effective treatment methods, many places are permeated with a foul odor most of the time.

The pungent smell lingered in the streets and alleys, not only affecting the quality of life of residents but also causing great damage to the city's image.

Sewage flowed freely in the streets, and garbage and excrement were everywhere, which severely hampered the city's development.

Many cities can only maintain sanitation through the simple and crude method of dumping excrement outside the city on a regular schedule. However, as the urban population continues to increase, the scale of this project becomes larger and larger, requiring more and more manpower.

This is like a vicious cycle, because dealing with sewage requires more manpower, and the increase in manpower costs will further burden the city.

Therefore, after many cities have developed to a certain extent, in order to avoid the problem from worsening, they have to control population growth in order to barely maintain the balance of urban sanitation and resources.

In fact, many large cities have a huge cesspool in their suburbs, which is used to deal with urban sewage.

Suddenly, a nobleman, his face grim, hurried over. He tried his best to maintain aristocratic decorum, giving Will a standard noble salute before saying somewhat awkwardly, "Sir Will, I need to use the restroom, but I don't know where..."

He was clutching his stomach tightly with both hands, and fine beads of sweat were even appearing on his forehead. He looked like he was in great discomfort from holding it in.

Seeing the other person's expression, Will immediately understood. He pointed to a uniquely styled building not far away and said, "Andas, take the Earl to the public restroom."

Andas responded and quickly walked to the count's side, leading him toward the public restroom.

Andas first bowed slightly, gesturing for the nobleman to follow, and said in a manner that was both polite and not obsequious, "Your Excellency, please follow me." Then he walked ahead, his steps steady and moderate, neither too fast nor too slow, to ensure that the nobleman behind him could easily keep up.

On the way to the public restroom, Andas would occasionally turn back to briefly introduce the restroom to the nobleman, such as, "Your Excellency, our public restroom is specially designed and very clean and hygienic." His voice was calm and gentle, giving people a sense of reassurance.

Upon reaching the public restroom, Andas bowed again, gently pushed open the door, and stood aside to let the nobleman enter first. The entire process demonstrated the unique etiquette and hospitality of the Viscount of Wilke.

Led by Andas, the nobleman entered the public restroom. As soon as he stepped inside, he was amazed by the sight before him.

The public restroom was clean and tidy, with a floor so shiny it reflected light, no stains on the walls, and no nauseating odor in the air, only a faint fragrance lingering in the air.

When he saw the papers placed next to him, he was even more shocked and his eyes widened.

In his mind, after using the toilet normally, he would simply wipe himself with a rough cloth or leaves, but here they were using paper. How luxurious and unbelievable that was!

He stood there, momentarily at a loss, his heart filled with astonishment and curiosity about the town, as if he had entered a completely new and fantastical world.

When the count emerged from the public restroom, his face was filled with bewilderment and disbelief; he was completely dumbfounded.

His eyes still held shock, and the scene in the toilet kept replaying in his mind.

The snow-white, exquisite washbasin resembled a fine work of art, radiating a soft glow under the dim light. The lines of the basin's rim were smooth and natural, without the slightest flaw.

The soap placed next to the sink exudes a delicate fragrance, as if telling the story of this small town's pursuit of a refined life.

He was even more amazed by the intricately patterned tiles covering the surrounding walls.

The patterns on each tile are like a painting meticulously drawn by a craftsman, with intricate lines intertwining and entwining to form unique and beautiful designs.

These patterns, when combined, give the entire public restroom a unique sense of luxury.

(End of this chapter)