I Got on a Ghost Ship By Mistake and Was Forced To Be the Captain Chapter 379

  Chapter 379 Cold People (4800 words)

  The last day of May.

  Tu Fu was invited by Thoreau's family for dinner, and he came to the courtyard mansion of the justice's family in full dress.

  In the center of the urban area, the area of ​​two to three hundred square meters and the four-story courtyard can be said to be quite luxurious.

   Definitely one of Tabor's best-ranked families.

   More importantly, their family is pure-blood Baia white.

  Even if they withdraw from the central government, the accumulated wealth and pensions over the years are enough for the three generations of the Thoreau family to worry about food and drink. Perhaps this is why people in the Santa area dream of going to Göttinghagen and being close to the central government.

  They always have an illusion,

   People who are closer to power will always have the idea of ​​mastering power.

   Wearing the expensive suit he picked up from the academy last time, Tu Fu dressed very solemnly, even though the distance between the two locations was less than two kilometers.

  He was picked up by a steam car in the manor, and under the surprised eyes of countless people in this block, he drove towards Thoreau's manor.

  People in Xu community on the street and roadside looked at the people in the parking space behind the familiar steam car in surprise, and there was inevitably a discussion.

   "Look, that's Judge Thoreau's car."

   "That person seems to be a newcomer to the community this month. He comes and goes quite mysteriously, and never deals with people around the block. Speaking of which, I've only seen it once or twice."

   "How could such a person become friendly with Judge Thoreau?"

   "You don't know that. He is a teacher at the Tabur Royal Academy. He said that the matchmaker went several times and didn't even enter the door."

   "This kind of capable person will inevitably be arrogant."

  Because the speed of the car is slow enough, and the glass windows are transparent, pedestrians passing by will notice that Tu Fu got into the car.

   And in front of the mansion not far away, the old judge with some white hair on his head, but abnormal spirit brought his family here to welcome the guests. Judge Henry's wife and two daughters were there.

"so boring!"

  Miss Cheryl put her hands on her chin, not wanting to understand why a meal should be so grand.

  Little Tina next to her couldn't help yawning, waiting in a daze, with the picture of the kitchen preparing the food in her mind.

  The residents of the street community who saw this scene were all surprised.

   This is a very rare scene. The Thoreau family, which is quite famous in the local area, rarely puts on such a large formation, unless the visitor is an important person.

   "Here we are, Mr. Andersen."

  The driver operated steadily and parked the vehicle at the gate of the manor without any mistakes.

   Seeing such a grand scene, Tu Fu almost turned his head and left,

   "Mr. Thoreau, it's not the first day we've known each other. I can't afford to put on such a grand gesture."

   "You saved Tina and prevented us white-haired people from giving away black-haired people. Our family can't thank you enough, why should we be restricted by such a small gift."

  Henry Thoreau stretched out his palm and let out a hearty laugh.

The wife of their family also echoed this: "That's right. The last dinner was in the restaurant. According to Baia's etiquette, it was too impolite, so we want to invite you to our house again and taste our cooking. authentic Baia cuisine.

  In the same area, it doesn't hurt to walk around a bit more. "

   "Bayer cuisine?"

  When Tu Fu heard this word, it was already the greatest courtesy to keep a normal smile on his face.

  The so-called Baia cuisine is to superimpose a bunch of different kinds of meat in different ways, and then match it with a few dozen beers.

  The simplicity of the method is second only to Ryan's food who likes to fry. It cannot be said to be unpalatable, but it has nothing to do with deliciousness.

  Sometimes, the more authentic and original things are, the more they test people's sense of taste.

   Seeing such a warm invitation, it would be a shame to refuse it again. Tu Fu swallowed the words abruptly, and the corners of his mouth mechanically turned up:

"Honored."

  Amidst many envious and surprised eyes on the street, Tu Fu and his family of four went inside together.

  The kitchen in the house has already emitted the aroma of delicious food.

  There are more than a dozen cooks, housekeepers, maids, and drivers in this type of mansion, and this is just a very common configuration for a large family.

   "Wow, there are so many delicious ones."

Little stars are already twinkling in little Tina's eyes, her nose is the most sensitive, and she can guess the cuisine just by smelling it: "Black Forest White Sausage, Göttinghagen Roast Pork Knuckle, Bye-style Gingerbread, Lu Lucia Cheese…

   Hey, and my favorite hot pot. "

"hot pot?"

  Tu Fu frowned, even though he couldn't respond to the smell of food.

  But it is rare to be able to eat hot pot in this kind of place.

  Judge Henry's wife smiled when she saw this: "Everyone in Göttinghagen knows that this is a chain restaurant that only the Winsters operate in the capital, and I happen to know the owner, Ms. Amphier.

  That is a very interesting lady, we are very good friends, I learned the simple method of making hot pot from her before. "

"I see."

  Tufu nodded instinctively, but smiled gratifiedly: "I know that store, I have been to it several times when I was in Göttinghagen, it is really unforgettable and delicious.

  I like the flavor of oil and spicy, the meat slices seem to dance on the tip of the tongue, I didn't expect to taste hot pot here. "

  Talking about Baia's food, the experienced Tu Fu drew closer to the little girl and Judge Henry's wife in a few words, especially when it comes to how to eat hot pot, he is very proficient.

  A specific description has already made little Tina drool on her collar, and she can't wait.

   "No Promise."

  Miss Cheryl complained unceremoniously about her sister's performance.

   "It's just worthless."

  Little Tina sat on the dining chair with her legs swaying, and raised her proud head in her own way, "At least I won't cry secretly because I can't understand the problems Mr. Capet raised."

   She still wanted to expose her old background, so she noticed her always gentle sister, a red and fierce light flashed in her eyes for a moment,

   It seems to be expressing to her that you will never live for three months.

   "Woooooh~"

   Little Tina shrank her head in fright, hugged Tu Fu's arm in fright, and stuck out her tongue mischievously at Miss Cheryl in the presence of the guests.

   Tu Fu was also embarrassed, and didn't know which side to help.

   "Tina, pay attention to table manners, if you do this again next time, you will be punished and not allowed to eat."

  Judge Henry let the little guy calm down with a soft drink.

   Having been in the legal business for many years, this old father always looks very strict and sticks to the old bottom line, "Aesop, I am sorry to let you see a joke."

   "It's nothing. It looks like little Tina welcomes me very much. I'm very happy." Tu Fu's high EQ answer eased the slightly tense atmosphere.

  As the guests arrived, the servants also started to move. The back kitchen opened up and brought the pre-made delicacies to the table. There were almost 20 scattered plates.

  Exquisite, rich, and full-bodied dishes with Baia's specialties filled the table.

  After Tu Fu, the guest, moved his chopsticks first, little Tina couldn't wait to do it, her head was almost buried in the dinner plate, and she always ate at a constant speed.

   No matter how many times I watch it, Tu Fu can't help but wonder how big this little girl's stomach is.

  Sister Cheryl couldn't bear to look directly at her. No matter how many kicks she made under the table, she couldn't stop Tina's pursuit of delicious food.

   "Son, I heard that you hardly go anywhere except the college and residence, and you never visit the neighbors in the neighborhood, and you don't even see the middlemen who come to introduce you to marriage.

  This is not a good habit. You should move around more when you first come to Tabor.

  In fact, the more remote the place is, the more it is an interpersonal society, and there is no harm in getting to know more people. "

  Judge Henry spoke casually about the matter from the experience of those who have experienced it.

   What I said is true, and the smaller the place, the more it is a society where people are in trouble. No matter what you do, you have to entrust someone to do it. A lone ranger can't live well in such a society.

  Instead, those big cities with a population of tens of millions are so real that they only talk about education, wealth, and effective connections.

   "I can't say that I will stay in Tabor soon, so there is no need to build a network of contacts."

  Tu Fu said silently in his heart. He knew that the other party said this well, so he explained with a smile: "I just came here not long ago, and I am not used to the life of Tabor. It will take time to adapt."

  Miss Cheryl across the table also chimed in on this matter:

   "That's right, it's not all Mr. Andersen's problem. Those matchmaking middlemen are not good people. They dare to say anything after receiving money from the client.

  If you accidentally meet someone with bad intentions, wouldn't it be miserable. "

   "Exactly."

  Tu Fu pretended to eat vegetables, and really didn't want to waste time on this kind of problem.

   "Henry, it seems that if you continue to speak, you should be opposed by the children." The judge's wife stared at the impatient face of the eldest daughter as if she saw something, covered her mouth and smiled.

   "Okay, then I won't talk about it, I just didn't expect Aesop that you graduated from Miskar Stark."

  Henry Thoreau didn't stop talking, and still couldn't help feeling: “In those years when I was in Gottinghat, I received quite a few cases from that college, and all the five colleges loved to give us problems.

  You gifted children, you accidentally made a lot of things, and we old guys need to help you finish it, but few people in the Ministry of Education dare to say anything wrong about the University of Michigan. "

  Tu Fu smiled indifferently: "It is precisely because of the contributions of the five colleges of the University of Michigan to the world that the current North Continent exists. It is not incomprehensible even if it is self-willed."

  From steam engines to ironclad ships, from flintlock guns to large-caliber cannons, every top invention is closely related to Miskar Stark.

  Whether it is science, engineering or humanities, that university can always cultivate a group of talented people who really have something to love.

   Henry Thoreau, nodding his head, clearly agreed with this point:

   "You're right, otherwise the judiciary wouldn't have relaxed its standards on many things." Speaking of which, the old judge couldn't help but sigh:

   "It's a pity that if Tuf Capet offended not the king but other people two and a half years ago, he wouldn't have to suffer so much overseas because of his aura among the people."

   "There is always a definite date for everything, and what should come can't escape. Maybe that Mr. Capet is also happy now."

  Tu Fu silently pawed at the plate, not in the mood to savor the food.

"That's the way it is, but if Mr. Capet was still there, he would have led the professors at the University of Michigan to lead a new round of reforms. I heard that they invested a lot in generators at that time, and they also made great achievements. Pretty impressive results.

  If Miska hadn't been left, the DC engine wouldn't have been born last year, so the Kingdom's second round of industrial revolution would only be at the same pace as the Northern Continent. "

  Every time the old judge talked about this matter, he always had a heartbroken expression.

   "It's not bad, it's already progressed to this point, and I think the war is very close."

  Tu Fu lowered his head and let out a soft sound, thinking silently in his heart.

  The current technological point in the North Continent is actually only one step away from the second industrial revolution.

   If you want to go a step further, you need to make a complete version of the internal combustion engine, and then produce internal combustion vehicles, sea battleships, sky planes... The full vitality of the means of transportation will directly help the army by greatly improving mobility.

  It is enough to fight in the three fields of land, sea and air.

   After that, countries will definitely fight for energy such as oil. The key lies in whoever can take the lead will be the first to become the world's factory.

  The sole overlord of the Northern Continent.

   It was precisely because of William II's dereliction of duty that such a great opportunity was missed.

  Judge Henry regrets no matter how many times he says,

   "Recently, I have read the news that the situation on the border between the two countries is getting worse, and the villains in Landis are constantly provoking. If I were younger, I would definitely join the army, but now I am old and there is nothing I can do.

  The only thing he can do is to donate half of the family assets to the scientific research department of the kingdom, as much as he can help. "

  "Half of the family property? You are really generous. I wouldn't be able to do it differently. But the two young ladies will be miserable. I must be careful about living expenses in the future." Tu Fu smiled meaningfully.

  A senior official at the level of Judge Henry, in addition to the real estate in the Southern Continent, at least tens of thousands of crowns in cash flow.

  "Cheryl is about to go to college, and she has to learn to be independent. It's time to cultivate her ability to live independently. Tina is still young and doesn't need to spend much. Our remaining money is enough to support them working as adults.

   Moreover, I always think that keeping too much money may not be a good thing. "

   "We support Dad's decision. If the kingdom can win this victory, the sacrifices we made are nothing."

  Miss Cheryl quickly jumped out and said something when she saw this.

   "Really? If you cut your budget for clothes and cosmetics by half in the future, wouldn't it be strange to see that the classmates around you have itches, but you don't?"

  Ms. Cheryl's face froze a bit just after Tu Fu finished speaking, but Tu Fu still kept his mouth shut and continued to comment: "And Tina, I think she won't be able to taste the delicacies of other countries in the future, what a poor girl."

   "Woo~"

  Little Tina, who was eating wildly, subconsciously stopped, and raised her face to show a pitiful expression.

   "Aesop, maybe it's because you were born in Venus, the polar sea. Your understanding of the country is different from ours. Those of us who left the northern continent should always think about our motherland no matter where we go."

  Judge Henry's unintentional words stabbed into Tu Fu's empty heart impartially.

  The corners of his mouth tilted up slightly, and now his heart was really angry.

   "You did this wishfully, and I, an outsider, have no right to comment.

  It's just that I have heard about His Majesty the King of Baia. After the 'perpetual motion machine' incident, it took so much national power to renovate the Hill Palace.

  You said that leaving too much money is not a good thing, and it is true.

  But the few princes in the central city are extravagant, and every birthday must be specially arranged. Guess where their money comes from, the government, the royal family, or the treasury. To put it bluntly, it is the people's money.

  Since I set foot in the central city of Göttinghagen, I haven't seen the gas lights turned off there. The money you donated is only the lamp money for a few nights in the central city of Göttinghagen.

  There are so many invisible slums in the central cities of the Twelve States that even dare not use kerosene lamps. Can you understand how many people are happy because they eat one bite and can live until tomorrow.

  If even His Majesty doesn't care about his country now, and doesn't set an example in the face of the war, how can his subjects be convinced. "

  Tu Fu calmly pointed out the many contradictions in this country, which he saw with his own eyes in that country.

   It's not that he is unwilling to contribute to this country.

  Just simply dislike the flamboyant and inferior king on the throne.

  I don't want to dedicate my hard work to someone who doesn't have to do anything, and picks the fruits of victory casually.

  No matter how I think about it, I can't make sense of it.

  Judge Henry was silent for a few seconds, "Your Majesty's country, he naturally has the right to dispose of it, no matter what His Majesty does, it is ultimately for Baier's good.

  Even though there are places of darkness that cannot be seen, and people who are suffering, I believe that as long as Baia wins, everything will be fine. "

   "Mr. Thoreau, do you think it is too absurd why Prime Minister Baia was assassinated in the capital during the war?"

  Tu Fu did not explain why.

  But believe those who will definitely notice the direct beneficiaries of this disaster.

   "Aesop, this can only be said in our family, but it must not be leaked outside. No matter how you say it, Santa is a subsidiary of the kingdom. It is not a trivial matter to be heard by someone with a heart."

  Judge Henry warned him in a serious tone, "Without the current kingdom, the people of Baia will only suffer worse."

   "You said that the country belongs to His Majesty. I don't think so. On the contrary, I think that if there are no people, whose Majesty should be His Majesty."

  Tu Fu's words were like swords, every word pierced the old judge's heart deeply,

   "If the leader of a country is still stubborn until the moment of life and death, who else can save it!"

  At the dining table, the atmosphere was almost frozen in embarrassment.

  It was just a simple dinner party, but when it came to political affairs, the two men with very different experiences unconsciously competed.

   With just a few words, the outcome will be decided.

  Looking at the calm young face, Judge Henry Thoreau slowly opened his mouth,

   "Mr. Aesop Andersen, you are really a cruel person!"

  (end of this chapter)

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