Boyne and Morais seemed to have turned into sculptures, remaining motionless as they asked for the price.
Keating repeated: "That gold is worth two hundred million gold grams."
"Two, two hundred million."
"Two hundred million..."
Boyin was from a good background, and Morais was not rarely seen in big scenes, but when they heard the astronomical figure of 200 million gold grams, they still couldn't believe it.
A few months ago, Verak helped them earn nearly 10 million gold grams from selling information about the Thomas family. This amount of money alone allowed their development to grow rapidly, from a small town being chased by the government.
The organization has become a force that can fight head-on.
Now they have ushered in a new period of development. No one can imagine what kind of behemoth they will grow into with this huge wealth that is twenty times more than that at the time.
"Let me ask first, what do you plan to use this money for?" Boyin calmed down and asked the most important question first.
In Keating, when Verak took the initiative to reveal the secret, he basically had an idea in his mind. However, linking the money to equality could easily arouse others' resentment before it was acknowledged in person.
"Of course it is used to help the development of the Equality Society." Keating's words made Boyin feel relieved. "The gold does not belong to me. I just helped Ravel move it, and Ravel is already dead. So this is exploitation.
I think it is most suitable for the wealth of common people to be placed in the hands of the Equality Society to realize an equal world."
"Thank you..." Boyin particularly admired Keating. After all, few people would choose to hand over such a huge amount of wealth. "You could have kept it yourself."
"If I hadn't met Verak and I had been released from prison through other means, I would have kept it to myself." Keating did not forget to put the credit on Verak.
Verak waved his hand.
"After two years, I'm afraid something might happen to the stored gold. Please bring more people there." Because the civil war broke out in Dunman before, the Equality Association has not yet established a station there. Boyin is worried that the two
It was difficult for people to gain a foothold there, so we decided to let them bring more people there, and at the same time, while the area was gradually settling down, a branch of the Equality Association could be established.
"No need for the time being." Keating declined Boyne's kindness, "Recently, the blockade in Lezein is very strict, and we will easily attract attention if there are too many people traveling. The same goes for Dunman, the gold matter is too big, and we are in contact with
The more careful you are and the less you alert others, the better. So Verak and I will go there first, and we will contact you after we figure out the situation."
"That's fine." Boyin thought about it and found that this was indeed the case.
Any force would be jealous of 200 million gold coins. Once they alert the locals in Dunman and make the local forces aware of the existence of gold, then they can't even think about snatching the gold back from the other party when they are so far away.
.
The matter of gold needs to be investigated with great caution, and only after a careful plan can it be arranged to transport it back or use it elsewhere.
"I believe in your ability. As long as the gold is still there, you will be able to arrange it properly." After two months of contact, Morais felt reassured about the two of them.
On the one hand, Verak and Keating complement each other, on the other hand, they trust each other immensely and have developed an extremely rare tacit understanding.
Only the two of them can hope to win the gold matter if they cooperate.
"Don't worry." Verak started talking about the plan for this trip, "After we finish settling the gold matter, we will go to Pruman again to learn about the organization there and learn their advanced theories."
"It's better this way. If the shortcomings in funding and theory can be made up, we really won't have anything to worry about." Boyin had no objection to Verak's arrangement after he secured the gold.
Morais asked: "Then when do you plan to leave?"
"Let's wait until we get through this most difficult period." Verak said.
"You don't have to worry here. Each of our cadres is outstanding and can do their job independently. And while Morais was formulating a plan to attack the government building, he also had some ideas for the follow-up countermeasures. Next, we will
The job is to implement these ideas." Boyin told the two not to worry.
"Well, then maybe we can set off in a few days." Keating clarified the time.
"The weather will get colder in a few days, but there is really no way. We can't wait until the weather gets warmer in April or May before setting off. It's all your fault. We are far away in a foreign country, and we can't help with many things. We need
You acted accordingly," Morais said.
Keating nodded with a smile: "I am a Dunman myself. I used to live in Old Nanyue, so I still have some connections there. Whether it is settling down or getting information, it will be much easier. You don't have to worry."
"Well, I wish you all a smooth trip in advance." After finishing the meal, Boyne stood up and said, "Morais and I are going to see Rock Shriver, do you want to go together?"
Verak was also captured by Rock Shriver, and was sent to Dymans Prison by him. He happened to be relatively free these days and had no important matters. He readily accepted Boyne's invitation and followed Keating.
Let's go meet this old rival together.
In the temporarily converted prison cell on the side of the factory, Locke Shriver was honored to be the first person captured by the Equality Society.
"Are you still used to living here?" In front of the surveillance door, Boyne, Morais, Verak, and Keating looked at Locke Shriver, who was huddled and shivering inside.
Rock Shriver was in a lot of despair, and because he was not used to the food here and did not receive special treatment, he had been hungry all day. At this time, he was sleeping wrapped in a quilt with his back to the door: "What do you want..."
"Why don't you look up and see who's coming?" Boyin said, leaning closer to the window.
"Huh..." Rock Shriver turned around. When he saw the person coming, his face was full of shock, "Chris... Keating?! You are indeed back... I knew it..."
"Doesn't he know yet?" Verak asked Morais.
Morais shook his head and smiled as he looked at this enemy who could no longer dominate the world: "I have been kept in the dark. You can tell him yourself."
"Actually, I'm not Chris." Verak stood forward and explained his true identity to Rock Shriver, "Comrade Chris died a long time ago. I just look the same as him, and I joined by chance.
Equality will.”
"Are you kidding me..." Rock Shriver felt angry because he was being held here and being teased with cheap jokes.
"You are locked up here, do you think it is necessary for me to lie to you?" Verak said with a smile, "Think about me and Carmine of the Thomas family..."
Locke Shriver's face gradually became astonished again. He discovered that equality would be much more complicated than he imagined. During this period of time, he had not been able to find the key to them, and he had been mired in irrelevant things from beginning to end.
"I see..." Rock Shriver was discouraged and leaned against the cold wall in a daze.
"It's quite emotional to think about it. A few months ago, Boyin and I were held in your hands, and the entire equality would be in jeopardy..." Verak was also surprised. A few months ago, he and Rock Shriver had the same imagination.
They won't be able to reconcile.
"By the way." Morais remembered something and called over a comrade who was responsible for guarding Rock Shriver and brought a book. "This was found from him when we arrested him."
Verak took a look at the book and found that it was the "On Equality" he had brought with him when he was planning to make money and escape from Lezein: "This is... the original edition, written by Chris himself.
The theory of equality under.”
"Is this the one?" Several people gathered around.
Verak turned to the last page of "On Equality", where he also wrote the title of Chapter 10, "How We Change", for Chris when he was confused at the time.
Time flies, half a year has passed, and he finally has the idea to continue writing the content for Chapter 10.
"How do we change..." Verak read those heavy words softly, "First fight, first take back the right to change the world, and take it back into everyone's hands. At that time, we will have a real decision.
After learning about your future abilities, you will naturally see the answer."
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January 11
Seven days have passed since the major incident that shocked the world was the attack on the Bresi Government Building and the expo of the World Exposition was forced to end prematurely.
The tense atmosphere in Leiser was somewhat relieved.
On the surface, the government buildings have been repaired and the people continue to live their lives the same as before.
Secretly, a single spark may not start a prairie fire, but the seeds of struggle, of deciding one's own destiny, maintaining one's own dignity, truly living, and no longer being willing to be oppressed, have been planted in everyone's heart, and some are still there.
They sprout slowly, and some have grown into towering trees.
Equality will accumulate strength for several months, and after shouting to the world, it is waiting for a response.
In another factory in the North District, an abandoned factory building was temporarily transformed into a small auditorium.
Boyne, the president of the Equality Society, led Morais, Verak, Keating, Piaf, Charles, Nord, Diaz, Murphy, Rabin, Andrew, Menno, Barnett and other cadres
Gather here.
Ross, who had regained some mobility after a week of training, also came to the scene.
The seats were filled with many workers and young people who had betrayed the original class and devoted themselves to the revolutionary cause. Their eyes were shining and they stared calmly at the center of the auditorium.
There, a choir led by Elizabeth was accompanying, and under the lights, they sang the Internationale, which Ross had composed in his hospital bed.
Passionate, passionate music played.
Solemn and solemn.
"Rise up, slaves who are hungry and cold. Rise up, all the suffering people around the world. The blood in your heart is already boiling. We must fight for the truth!"
"The old world is in ruins. Slaves, get up, get up! Don't say we have nothing, we want to be the masters of the world!"
Elizabeth took the lead in singing, and everyone present heard the real Internationale for the first time.
"This is the final struggle. Let's unite until tomorrow. The Intrachonal will surely come true!"
"This is the final struggle. Let's unite until tomorrow! The Intrachonal will surely come true!"
A magnificent song is sung.
Everyone felt their bodies numb, and their blood was surging for the truth.
Verak straightened his back and his eyes turned red as he listened to the song.
What touched him even more was that the poem preserved by Chris was eventually sung by his lover Elizabeth.
He believed Chris would be able to hear the song.
"There has never been a savior, nor did we rely on gods and emperors. To create human happiness, it all depends on ourselves!"
"We must take back the fruits of our labor and let our thoughts break out of the cage. Only by burning the fire red and striking the iron while it is hot can we succeed!"
Elizabeth on the stage devoted herself wholeheartedly to singing, singing together with the improvised choir, which although not exquisite, was unparalleled in its emotional honesty.
Boyin, Morais and others listened, raised the corners of their mouths a little, and shed tears.
"This is the final struggle! Unite until tomorrow! Internacional will definitely come true!"
"This is the final struggle! Unite until tomorrow! Internazionale will surely come true!"
…
"Are you about to leave?" After the Internationale played, Verak and Keating were about to leave Lezein and rush to Old South, the capital of the United States of Dunman. Ross, who was still relatively weak, looked at Verak carrying the prepared
Good suitcase, I asked with some reluctance.
"Yes, this trip is not only going to Dunman, but also to Pruman. It should take several months to come back." Verak asked Ross, who was about to get up, to sit down, "You really didn't disappoint me, you did it."
The song is so good, I just cried."
Ross nodded.
"You take a good rest. I hope that when I come back, I can see you as a lively and energetic person." Verak patted Rose on the shoulder and looked at Elizabeth who came down from the stage. "Elizabeth, thank you for your best singing.
, I think Chris must have heard the singing.”
Elizabeth didn't seem to be separated from the singing, and she looked quite excited: "I want to thank you too, Verak."
"Why don't you take us with you? It would be too dangerous for just you and Teacher Keating to go there." Nord, Diaz, and Murphy also came to see Verak off.
"We need you more here, and do you still remember what I said? You need to burst out the greatest value." Verak looked at the three of them one by one with gentle eyes, "After we leave, you must continue to study. Especially you
, Nord, learn to read well."
"Don't worry." Nord smiled awkwardly, "I've learned a lot during this period, and I promise to meet your requirements when you come back."
Verak looked at Diaz and Murphy with a smile: "Murphy, you also need to grow up well. Diaz, take care of them both."
"clear!"
"Don't worry."
Finally, Verac waited until Boyne and Morais came over.
"I've said it many times, so I won't waste time repeating it here." Boyin solemnly shook hands with Verak and Keating, "I believe you can complete the mission, and I'm waiting for your good news.
"
"If there is anything we can't help you with since we are so far away, please remember to contact other sites we have established abroad. Remember that you are never alone." Morais hugged the two of them.
Other workers who had been with Verak and Keating for a period of time, and cadres of the Equality Association, all offered their most sincere wishes.
Verak watched everyone in the auditorium stand up for them, looking forward to their glorious return in a few months, and couldn't help but burst into tears again: "Waiting for our good news."
Keating smiled lightly and gave the scarf to Verak.
Verak waved his hand and did not accept it, letting his tears flow down.
He deeply loves the Equality Society, this group of small but great comrades, and the world they hope for together.
Many things have changed.
He is no longer the muddle-headed person in the slums. He embarks on a great journey with all the people he trusts.
"Okay, let's go." Verak said goodbye for a long time and didn't stay long. He helped Keating carry his luggage and walked out of the auditorium together.
Boyne, Morais and others were all standing in the auditorium. They did not go out to see him off, but only looked at him with conviction.
After walking more than ten meters outside, Verak suddenly remembered something. He stopped and turned around, looking at the familiar faces in the crowd, and shouted to them: "We will win in the end!"