"Let a dwarf be the president of the blacksmith union? Is this crazy? Do I have to listen to a dwarf in the future?"
"That's right! There are so many blacksmiths in Blackhammer Castle, is there no one who can serve as the president?"
"I would rather not do this job if a dwarf is dictating over my head!"
The mine was renovated, the dam was completed, and everything in Blackhammer Castle, which had been developing steadily for several months, was slowly getting back on track. And just as people were cheering for this almost perfect life, there was an explosive news from the blacksmith union.
According to the news, the dwarf rune blacksmith Wadlin Copperhammer, who had just arrived at Blackhammer Castle for less than half a year, was actually appointed by Alvis as the president of Blackhammer Castle's blacksmith union. This was really unacceptable to some people.
After more than half a year of development, the Blackhammer Fort trade union system has matured. Each industry has its own trade union. For example, stonemasons have their own stonemason union, miners have their own miners' union, weavers have their own cotton spinners union, blacksmiths have their own blacksmiths' union, etc.
Etc. These unions have their own representatives, and all unions are united together, and there is a general trade union, which is responsible for handling various economic affairs in the town together with the chamber of commerce.
The Blacksmiths Union is one of these many unions. Due to the continuous inflow of foreign people into Blackhammer Castle for more than half a year, including Mrs. Kislev, Norscans and dwarves from Dulong City, Blackhammer Castle gradually took shape.
A town where many ethnic groups live together. The dwarves have gradually become the leaders of the blacksmith industry due to their superb blacksmithing skills. Basically, the senior blacksmiths in all blacksmith shops are dwarves, and their apprentices are all basic people living in Blackhammer Castle.
Lady Sri. And, always an apprentice. Few human apprentices eventually surpass their dwarf masters in the craft of blacksmithing.
Therefore, gradually, the blacksmith industry was monopolized by the dwarves. In fact, it was normal for a dwarf blacksmith to be elected as the president of the union. However, there is still a difference between an ordinary blacksmith and the president of the blacksmith union. A dwarf blacksmith, no matter how senior he is,
, after all, he is a blacksmith, and he cannot participate in the administrative decision-making of Black Hammer Castle. The union president is different. He will directly participate in the administrative management of Black Hammer Castle, influence the promulgation and implementation of some policies, and allow the dwarves to dominate the human territory.
This is the first time in the entire Northern Territory that the government has such a high voice. This is also the reason why many people are opposed to it.
However, Alvis seemed to be well prepared in the face of the opposition. Generally speaking, as the general manager of Blackhammer Castle, he rarely appeared on such occasions, but if this matter is not resolved, it may lead to conflicts between the dwarves and
Human beings have disputes and conflicts, so Alves, the mastermind behind the scenes, has to step in to mediate.
"You object, you denounce, you rebuke... well, give me a reason? Give me a reason why you oppose Wadlin's appointment as the blacksmiths' union!"
Alves stood on the stepping stone and spoke loudly to the gathered people.
"He's a dwarf!"
"Yes, he is a dwarf! He should not hold such an important position!"
shouted the rioting people.
"Is this your reason?" Alvis paused, "May I ask this compatriot present, what makes you have such a strong sense of superiority and think that humans must hold important positions and other races cannot hold them?
What about this or that position? Are your forging skills better than his? Or are your leadership skills better than his?"
The civilian who took the lead did not speak. He just looked at Alvis quietly. The little dwarf's words left him speechless. Indeed, Wadlin is top-notch in blacksmithing skills. No one in Blackhammer Castle can surpass him.
.As a rune blacksmith, it is a bit humiliating to be willing to come to a small place like Blackhammer Castle to forge weapons. Alves' words immediately silenced the opponents.
"If not, please listen to what I have to say."
Alves cleared his throat and continued——
"Blackhammer Castle is a place of freedom and equality. It tolerates everything and accepts everything, whether you are a farmer, a fisherman, a craftsman, a chef, an artist...Here, you are all free people. Whatever you want
Everything you have must be earned by your own efforts. Look at the rich peasants working on the Weisener farm. They were poor at first. They were refugees from Erlengrad. They escaped the massacre and were stained with blood.
Penniless and dilapidated, even the production tools were loaned to them by Lord Rhodes. However, after more than half a year of hard work, they have become the first group of people to become rich, the wasteland has become fertile land, and the thatched houses have become
Building a house of bricks and tiles and relying on one's ability to earn a living is Lord Rhodes's consistent policy. Isn't that why you are here?"
There was silence, except for Alves' high-pitched voice echoing in the small square outside the blacksmith hall.
"If you want to oppose others and become a leader in this field, first of all, you must have your own abilities. If you have the abilities, a beggar can also become a president, a knight, or even a noble. All of this depends on your personal efforts.
Come. Nothing is impossible in Blackhammer Castle! At first, you were opposed and fearful of the Norscans becoming the army under the lord. However, it was this army that blocked the invasion of the beastmen for you. Now, Wadlin
To become the president of the blacksmiths union means the same thing. Unless someone can surpass him in the professional field, who has the right to oppose him becoming the president? In fact, Wadlin himself may not want to hold this position. It is the initiative of the blacksmiths.
He was elected as the president. And I also support it."
Of course Alves supports it... In fact, the dwarf Wadlin also had his tacit approval when he became the president of the blacksmith union. Unlike humans, dwarves are so focused on fighting for power. Of course there are some, but they are not as obsessed with power as humans.
Let Wadlin serve as the president of the blacksmith union, which is actually beneficial to the development of this industry. He is a blacksmith, and a stubborn blacksmith, to be honest. If other humans want to channel him to make profits in certain places.
, given Wadlin’s character, he will definitely not accept it. He cannot cheat in his products and ruin his reputation and brand, nor will he allow someone to make small moves in this industry. Dishonest people are in the eyes of dwarves.
They are scum. Therefore, here at Wadlin, there is basically no need to worry about using power for personal gain.
In addition, letting Wadlin serve as the president is also Rhodes's tacit approval, which is consistent with Rhodes' thoughts. Those with ability come first. Letting a dwarf serve as the president of the Blacksmith Guild is equivalent to sending a signal to everyone in Blackhammer Castle.
People, as long as you have the ability, you have the opportunity to climb up. Even a dwarf can be the president of the union, and even a dwarf can be the chief steward of the castle. What is impossible?