Until they got off the car, Ringer still couldn't give an answer, but Alice didn't care anymore, or she had forgotten about it a long time ago. At least when Ringer told her "I don't know", she was still tilted.
My head asked back: "What don't you know?"
The train traveled for about half an hour, starting from Pine Street in Holy Cross District, passing through Riverside Street, Vanilla Street, Wind Alley, Raven Lane and Martin Street, and finally stopped at Hunter Forge Street in Green Bay District.
Next.
This neighborhood is already the edge of Linwell City. Only a few hundred meters away is an undeveloped swamp area. It is said that in ancient times, it was the habitat of mammoths and toothed tigers, as well as black-horned rhinoceros.
Grazing leisurely in the lagoon, now only the starlings, squirrels and some wild dogs that escaped from the city can be seen everywhere.
In medieval times, a river named Brook Creek passed through the swamp and formed a natural harbor. The Moriyas therefore stayed briefly, creating their first encounter with the "City of Heartbreak". However, from the ancient Green Bay
The fog blowing from the swamp damaged the murals of St. Michael's Church. The citizens mistakenly believed that it was caused by the witchcraft of the Moryas, and drove them away due to the excitement of the crowd. This may also indicate the fate of this nation to wander forever. p>
Up to now, the part of Brook Creek that remains on the surface has long dried up, and the river channel has been occupied by reeds and weeds. Geologists once said that it still flows underground in Linville City, and together with the name Green Bay, it is engraved on this land.
Historically, unlike the floating relics in suburban green spaces, the archeology here is closer to the original style.
St. Lowood National School is located in the Wenders Lowlands of the Green Bay District, covering an area of about 550 hectares. The church has jointly financed a nearby forest to include it. It is said to be more convenient for organizing outings and picnics for students in spring and autumn.
, the quality of its compulsory education is enough to make the officials of the Kingdom's Ministry of Public Affairs collectively commit suicide in shame and anger - of course, they are unlikely to do so.
After watching the steam locomotive rumble away, Ringer hailed a taxi on the street and drove towards St. Lowood National School.
Accustomed to the smooth steam train, Alice complained endlessly about the bumpy carriage. She complained repeatedly, thinking that the steam train should have completely replaced the carriage long ago. In the future, taxis running on the streets should have four wheels instead of four legs...
Such words made the driver's face turn a little dark.
Fortunately, the journey was not very long. After ten minutes, the driver collected the five pence fare and couldn't wait to send the arrogant maid off the bus. Considering his mental loss, Ringer specially gave an extra penny as a tip.
, will be deducted from Alice’s salary in the future - by the way, does she have a salary?
Although it was almost time for class, many students could still be seen making the final sprint when they arrived at the school gate. Of course, they were all stopped by the principal, Mrs. Scarlett, for verbal criticism and education. Seeing this, Alice
He poked Ringer with his arm and teased: "The school spirit and discipline of your school don't seem to be very good?"
Ringer was unmoved and asked Alice: "Didn't you notice what these students have in common?"
What do they have in common? Alice observed carefully and did make some discoveries: St. Lowood National School does not have a uniform, and the clothes of these students are relatively simple or rudimentary; in addition, they are all older, should be around ten years old.
Between the age of fifteen.
She told Ringer what she had discovered, and the latter nodded slightly and said: "Saint Lowood National School is originally a charity school for the common people, but they are also different for common people. There are those who don't worry about food and clothing, and those who don't have to worry about food and clothing.
That kind of poverty. In the latter family, children over ten years old can already be regarded as an important labor force. Every morning, girls have to help their mothers with housework, while boys usually work part-time as newsboys, milkmen and the like.
They have to work hard for their families before they can bring textbooks and study on campus. This is something that the compulsory education system cannot change. It should be said to be a social problem."
So that’s it.
Alice scratched her hair, feeling ashamed of the ridicule she had just made, and whispered: "I'm sorry."
Lin Ge looked at her in surprise, then shook his head: "It's nothing, it's not your fault."
He took Alice to the school gate amidst the greetings of "teachers and teachers" and said good morning to the principal, Mrs. Scarlett. The latter also smiled and nodded to express greetings. When she saw Ringer next to her
When she asked the maid, she even showed a somewhat astonished expression: In her impression, Ringer was not the kind of person who just wanted to enjoy himself. Why did he have to bring a maid to serve him even in class?
If she knew who was actually serving whom, I'm afraid she wouldn't think so.
Ringer introduced: "She is my maid Alice. She wants to know some knowledge about history. I happen to have a class today, so I brought her over to listen. I hope you don't mind."
Under the hint of his eyes, the usually unruly Alice finally lowered her arrogant head and obediently bowed and said hello, although the etiquette was somewhat nondescript.
"It doesn't matter." Mrs. Scarlett waved her hand with a smile: "Young people's desire for knowledge should be said to be a blessing for our country, and how can I go against my mentor's expectations?"
"Thank you for your generosity." Ringer thanked her, and then left to go to class. Just when he turned around, Mrs. Scarlett suddenly stopped him. When he was confused, she said with a smile: "I noticed
There have been some unreliable reports in newspapers recently. I hope that will not affect your mood during class. Please believe that, including me, we all trust you, Mr. Ringer."
Lin Ge was silent for a moment after hearing this. He was not surprised by the attitude of the sect's alliance, but was surprised by their reaction speed. The newspaper had just been released in the morning, but the news had already reached their ears, and with the help of Mrs. Scarlett,
Conveying their attitude to themselves verbally. This is enough to show that they have been paying attention to themselves. I am afraid that the content of Miss Fialli's interview has been placed on Mr. Langning's desk before it was printed, right?
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The question is, why does the United Church care so much about itself? Just because of his good attitude, is the Holy Goddess Church the first church in Linville to obey the "Religious Decree"?
Opposition, demonstrations, negotiations... What other undercurrents are hidden beneath the struggle between the United Religious Orders and the Religious Mutual Aid Association?
Like fate.
He suddenly thought.
It seems that he has been hearing this word all the time recently, as far back as his encounter with the mysterious girl Saint Charya in the town square a week ago, or as recent as Alice's narration in the morning. At a certain moment, his life was closely linked to this word.
The cause may be traced back to the so-called "golden apple".
Metien also ate the apple...
He realized this belatedly. At this time, Alice tugged on his sleeve and whispered: "What are you thinking about? It's time to go to class, right?"
Ringer then came back to his senses, apologized to Mrs. Scarlett and replied: "Please rest assured, I will not let these things interfere with my own work."
Mrs. Scarlett nodded, and then Ringer turned around and left with Alice, heading towards the fifth grade teaching building.
Due to the lack of funds, the greening inside the school is in good condition, the scenery is beautiful, and most of the buildings are solemn and majestic classical styles. Walking on the winding stone path between the lawns, you can enjoy the beautiful scenery along the way: violets blooming in the flower beds in the cold winter
and marigolds; the myrtle, lime and Lido cedar trees that thrive on both sides of the sidewalk; the sounds of rhododendrons, reed warblers and magpies hidden in the forest; or even the canals surrounding the campus, with gurgling water flowing through them.
, flowing into the central artificial lake, with buddleia, anemone and privet growing in the water.
Alice was watching a gardener trimming the ornamental plants on the lawn with great interest, and did not notice that Ringer had not spoken for a long time. She secretly hoped that the gardener would cut off the flowering branches next to her, and she would be justified again.
When he went to ask for it, Ringer who was walking in front stopped without warning, causing the distracted girl to bump into his back unexpectedly.
"Arrived."
He said.
"Ah?" Alice rubbed her nose and raised her head. In front of her eyes was a three-story red brick building with a curved mountain tower, a symmetrical corridor and wide square windows. On the central tower wall facade
There is also a clock inlaid with it, and the thickest pointer is slowly moving towards the nine o'clock position.
St. Lowood National School, the fifth grade teaching building has arrived.