Rhine pursed his lips and said: "I have no intention of criticizing everyone's love for beauty. Love of beauty is always present in people. I just think that the last three forms of love should not be despised and ridiculed. Besides, if you think that a The young lady's talent and learning is only to recite poetry, which is too narrow."
Hillier couldn't hold his head up after being said, and he couldn't see the sunshine just now.
The two of them were silent to each other. When they reached the muddy road in the country, Hillier opened his mouth to remind Rhine.
Rhine said: "Friend, I hope you are not angry with me."
Hillier was a little flattered. Rhine hadn't spoken just now. He thought Rhine didn't want to talk to him anymore. Hillier did regard Rhine as a friend and called his name from time to time, but deep down he never forgot that Rhine-Palatinate was a count sitting in Cannor. Hillier was already thinking about how to continue his promotion path after offending the earl. Unexpectedly, Rhine took the initiative to speak, giving him a step up.
Hillier was moved and said: "No, I am definitely not angry with you. I am reflecting on myself."
Rhine nodded to him.
Hillier began to laugh again and made many wisecracks.
Although Rhine still felt gloomy, he still smiled to show his dignity, and Hillier felt a little relaxed.
As soon as he reached the country road, Rhine slowed down his horse, which made it harder for the horse to walk. Hillier spoke a few words of warning.
Rhine smiled bitterly and said: "I see there are more farmers here. If the horse rides too fast, not to mention accidentally bumping into people, just these splashing mud spots will make people choke."
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Hillier sighed: "You really don't look like a count at all."
This sentence is not like pure praise.
Rhine was noncommittal. He paid more attention to the farmers on the roadside. There were men and women in these farmers. Everyone was dirty and had many stains on their faces. It was difficult to see their faces clearly. With Rhine and Hillier, People are in stark contrast.
Rhine found that they were all secretly looking at the two of them, only briefly glancing at them. Once caught by his gaze, they immediately looked back, looking a little cowered and scared, as if they were afraid of offending him.
Rhine pursed her lips at this discovery.
It's not that he didn't expect such a scene, but he still felt a little uncomfortable when he actually saw it, so he could understand Miss Gertrude better.
Rhine didn't care if others were afraid of him or in awe of him, but he didn't want these emotions to arise just because of his so-called status and class. Perhaps this is a common problem for everyone who has lived in an era where everyone is equal.
Seeing Rhine's expression, Hillier thought it was these farmers who made him feel uncomfortable. This discovery made Hillier a little sad, but he quickly cheered up and said: "There is a large piece of your land in front of you, but that There are many farmers nearby, do you want to go further, or should we go back a little further."
Rhine noticed Hillier's change in title, but did not point it out directly, forcing him to still use a more affectionate title.
Rhine pulled the reins, stopped the horse, and said, "I want to dismount and walk."
Hillier glanced at the clean corners of Rhine's robe and then at the muddy ground, unable to understand his decision. But seeing Rhine turn over and dismount, Hillier had no choice but to follow. When he stepped on the ground, he looked at his boots distressedly. He bought these boots newly, and he was thinking of wearing them to attend a few banquets, and maybe they would win the favor of some ladies. Now that this plan has come to nothing, it is not the time for him to regret it. Hillier pulled the reins and caught up with Rhine who had already taken two steps.
Rhine, who got off his tall horse, seemed less intimidating than before.
The little girl named Maggie is only ten years old this year. Because she just came back from the river, her clothes are a lot wet, but her face is still clean, and you can see a little blush on her face.
When Rhine sat on the horse, Maggie raised her head and couldn't see his face clearly. She was only afraid of the horse he was riding. I heard that Charlie's father next door was trampled to death by this kind of animal.
But when Rhine got off the horse, Maggie forgot about her fear. She guessed that this must be a great man. He was as handsome as a god, with a gentle smile on his face. His clothes were bright. Just standing there, he seemed to be exuding holy light. He was more upright than those serious and upright people. Missionaries are more like messengers of God.
When Rhine saw the little girl looking at him stupidly, he couldn't help but feel soft and took a few steps forward.
Maggie's parents were far away and before she could stop him, the little girl boldly stepped forward and grabbed the hem of Rhine's robe. Maggie's parents hurried over, fearing that Maggie would get into trouble for upsetting this adult.
Maggie regretted it after grabbing the hem of her robe. She found that her hands were too dirty and left traces on the adults' clean clothes. She subconsciously let go of her hands and glanced at Rhine helplessly.
Rhine knelt down, took out a handkerchief, and wiped Maggie's face with gentle force.
Maggie's parents stood there stunned.
Because of little Maggie's actions, the farmers who had just been standing around gathered around, thinking of interceding on behalf of the child when the adults were angry.
Hillier loudly introduced Rhine's identity at this time.
When they heard that Rhine was the earl who lived in Blandings Castle and was also the owner of this land, everyone had different reactions.
They have always been grateful to this kind-hearted earl, especially compared with farmers in other cities, their rent in recent years has been so low that it is not worth mentioning. Although everyone still doesn't have enough to eat because of the poor harvest, compared with those areas where rents are too high and people are starving to death, Canno is really a good place.
But the farmers have always kept one thing in mind. Although the count is kind-hearted, the rent cannot remain low forever.
Now, the Count of the Palatinate is here, maybe he wants to tell everyone about raising funds
Rhine ignored the farmers' worries for the time being. After wiping Maggie's face, he wiped his hands. Then he gave her the handkerchief and said, "Remember to wash it well and use it like this in the future."
Maggie took the handkerchief and nodded vigorously.
Rhine said: "What's your name?"
Maggie lowered her red face and whispered softly: "Maggie."
She suddenly felt that this name was too common.
Rhine said: "Maggie, tell me, are you hungry?"
No one else knew what answer they should expect, but they thought that if they were hungry, the Earl might postpone the rent increase for another year
Maggie didn't know how to answer this question. She looked into Rhine's warm black eyes and suddenly shook her head.
People around him started talking, and some even wanted to answer this question on Maggie's behalf.
Maggie said: "Maggie cannot be hungry. If Maggie is hungry, her parents, brothers and sisters will eat less. Maggie is not hungry."
In front of the angel, Maggie wanted to be a good child.
The farmer next to him who was a little excited burst into tears when he heard these words, and raised his hand to wipe his eyes.
Lain touched her head, stood up, and said to the farmers gathered in a circle: "Don't worry, everyone, I'm not here to make you hungry. I'm here to find a way to make you feel fuller."
He said nothing about rent, because Rhine knew that rent would always have to be raised. But he doesn't want to eat alone. If he wants to eat better, he naturally wants everyone to eat fuller and better.
When the farmers heard this, they were in an uproar. Someone boldly asked: "Your Majesty, do you mean to reduce the rent again?"
Rhine did not nod or shake his head, and said: "I will make a round of inspection first and tell everyone my decision in a few days."
Although Rhine promised nothing, his gentleness and kindness still brought a little hope to the farmers.
The harvest just past was really bad. Almost everyone was hungry and there was no food left to eat, and they didn’t know where to hope. The new seeds have not been sown yet, and it is impossible to tell what kind of harvest this year will be just by looking at the sky. Rhine's words sowed the first fire in everyone's hearts.
With Rhine's words, his next trip became much easier. Although the farmers were still a little afraid of him, they finally stopped stammering when he asked questions and could answer a few sentences clearly.
Rhine looked over the entire land, asked the farmers carefully about the types and methods of planting, secretly noted it in his mind, and planned to go back and sort it out. To be honest, this land is very flat. Although the soil quality is average, it is far better than sandy land. This start is very good for Rhine.
Rhine and Hillier set foot on the road back to the castle when it was getting dark. They met a group of missionaries on the way. Hillier immediately looked at Rhine nervously.
As soon as Rhine's thoughts changed, he realized that he was afraid that he would do something drastic. After thinking about it, he just lowered his eyes and adopted an indifferent attitude, which was very different from the gentleness and kindness he showed when facing the farmers.
Hillier breathed a sigh of relief.
After the group of missionaries walked away, Hillier said: "Actually, those missionaries are not all bad people. The team they just went to help the poor, just like you."
Rhine sneered and said: "I hope that the farmers in my territory can have full stomachs, so I do this, not because I hope they can believe in some religion."
Rhine vividly played the role of a young man who hates the Holy See and everything related to it.
But he didn’t want to keep this persona all the time, so he pondered for a while, and then as if he had finally regained his senses, he said: “I know that among the clergy, except for those who just want to climb to a higher class, obtain high income, and be harmonious because of divine grace, In addition to the guys who aristocratic women hang out with, there are also some people who really care about the people at the bottom. But just those few people do not mean that the Holy See is a beneficial institution that deserves to be preserved. If we just want to do good things, we will create it Isn’t it the same as a charitable organization that accepts well-meaning priests to spread their love?”
Hillier looked complicated and said, "Rhine, you don't believe in the Lord?"
This is not an easy question to answer.
Rhine avoided answering and said instead: "The existence of God can prove the existence of the so-called divine messengers and divine servants? God loves everyone, so how can he let them light the torch of sin and burn an innocent girl to death? "
Hillier knew that it was for Gertrude Blaine. Rhine was the earl to whom he was loyal, and he did not wish to see him become dishonorable or dishonorable. Hillier said: "Earl, you should know that because you prevented the church's execution, you have become enemies with the church. Other nobles also criticized your behavior, and I heard that there have been fewer invitations to banquets recently. If you continue to oppose the church, not to mention the isolation of other nobles, the church may also have problems. Even Miss Blaine's own father has publicly expressed support for the church, you are too conspicuous."
Thinking that he had good intentions, Rhine did not scold him. He just shook his head and did not respond to him.