Continental Warriors Yoo Ma

"How could I eat this kind of dessert that only women and children like? I don't eat other sweets except mead!"

5 minute later.

clack clack...

Walga chewed.The sweetness produced by the melting of the sugar shell, mixed with the slightly sour fragrance of apples, is continuously released in the mouth.The joyful feeling softened the resolute face of the shield dwarf.

On the other side, the kitchen manager said cautiously, "Dear sir, can I..."

"Hey, you greedy fat man, this kind of noble and beautiful dessert is not something you can covet!" Volga protected the food, blocking the candy apple in front of him.

"No, I just wanted to ask Sirius' wise man, do you still need the remaining syrup?" The kitchen steward pointed to the pan pitifully.

"No need, you can handle it yourself."

"Ah, your generosity makes Samoher, the god of wealth, also admire!"

The kitchen master smiled.He hurriedly picked up a hot toasted baguette, broke off a piece, dipped a frying pan with hot, sticky syrup, and couldn't wait to put it in his mouth.

Immediately, the aroma of wheat and sweetness hit the taste buds.

Looking at the intoxicated fat face of the kitchen manager, Youfu Ma was very satisfied.

In addition to making a dessert for the Holy Maiden as a gift, he is also conducting market research.It seems that Europeans in this magical world still have sweet eating habits.

As a traveler, Ma Youfu has been pondering how to make money using his knowledge and insights ahead of the times.

But in this 15th-century Europe, many of the traversers' routines didn't work.

Brewing?Highly distilled spirits such as whisky and vodka have appeared.

Make glass?Compete with Venetians and Bohemians?

Movable-type printing can be done, but it doesn't make a lot of money.

After thinking about it, he felt that the sugar industry was the most suitable.

The Chinese introduced sugarcane cultivation from India very early, and also invented the method of fermenting starchy foods to make caramel.But Europeans are more pitiful.For a long time, they were only able to obtain sweetness from natural sources such as honey, which were produced in very small quantities.It was not until the Crusades that Europeans learned of the existence of sucrose from Mulhollanders.

Few can deny the pleasure of sweetness.From the Renaissance to the Great Discovery of Geography, and then to the era of the Industrial Revolution, sugar has gradually become a consumer product for the general public from a luxury exclusive to the aristocracy, and there has always been an extremely strong demand.

Sugar making was definitely a promising and lucrative industry in the 15th century.

Bordeaux and Antwerp are the two major sugar refining centers in Europe today, but most of the raw materials are purchased from Mulholland merchants, with high prices and limited quantities.

The only sugarcane plantations currently in the hands of the Seven Holy Religions are Rhodes, where the Knights Hospitaller is stationed, Crete, Sicily, Portugal's Madeira, and Castile's Gran Cana. Lee Island.

How can the sugarcane grown in these small corners meet the needs of the whole of Europe?

Historically, it was not until more than 100 years later that the plantations in the New World developed that sweetness gradually became popular on the tables of nobles.

In order to make a lot of money - ah no, it should be to make the sweetness of cane sugar accessible to the vast number of Europeans, Yoo Ma has a plan. .

Didn't Philip III want to form a crusade?Then just form a sweet party crusade!

Anyway, it's to fight heretics, why not go to North Africa to trouble the Berbers?

Don't you want to make a lot of money by planting sugar cane and making sugar on the land you've taken down?

Let the great Polish King Wladyslaw III go to war with the Ottomans!Smart Seris, it's time for business.

Chapter No.16 Don’t make too much noise

However, the long-term plan of developing the sugar industry can only be thought about in my mind now.Youf Ma had to complete his own small goal first: to bring about peace between France and Burgundy, to make great achievements, and to obtain titles and fiefs.

Once you have a foundation, you can be considered on the big stage of this era.

Achievement: Food Evangelist I, completed.

You have promoted a local cuisine in a foreign country, and it has been well received.

You gain 20 administrative points.

As he left the kitchen with a plate of candy apples, Yoof Ma also accomplished an achievement.

The next day, Yoo Ma, who was ready, went to the tower to meet Joan of Arc.

The guards had already been notified, so he didn't encounter any obstacles, and came to the top of the tower smoothly - just climbed the tower equivalent to seven stories in one breath, a little tired.

The two tall orc female guards guarding the gate were purchased by the Duke of Burgundy from the Mamluk Sotan Kingdom.

These slaves, taken from Africa by the Mulhollanders, were as popular a commodity as spices and silk.

They are strong, honest, loyal, and valiant in battle. Although they are not very brainy, they are very suitable for roles such as bodyguards.

The two half-orc female guards glanced at Youfu Ma, nodded, and their tall and sturdy body moved out of the way, and informed the inside: "Madam, Youfu Ma from Seris is here."

The door opens.

The woman who greeted Ma Youfu was about 40 years old, wearing a long black dress decorated with exquisite embroidery and fur decorations, elegant and luxurious.

"You are the famous Orientalist? Please sit down and I'll call Miss Jeanne. She hasn't seen a Seris yet—of course, it's my first time." The woman's voice was gentle and gentle, showing good upbringing, "I almost forgot to introduce myself. I'm the aunt of the Count of Luxembourg, you can call me Madame Jean."

Mrs. Jane came to the tower every day to accompany Joan of Arc, which was actually a kind of flexible surveillance.The magic circle set up in this building alone cannot completely suppress the power of the Holy Maiden.In order to prevent the last escape from the tower from happening again, Philip III also tried his best.

But the lady treated Joan of Arc very well, and even made two dresses for her herself.

"It's my honor to meet a kind lady."

There are many people who "visit" Joan of Arc out of curiosity, and Mrs. Jane has long been used to it.After a simple greeting, she called to the back room, "Miss Jeanne, a gentleman from Seris has come to see you."

After a while, the girl who had only met Yo-Fu Ma once, but left a deep impression, appeared in the living room.

She was wearing a plain white dress, her blonde hair was cut short because of the battle, and she was full of heroism.It's no wonder that many people who have seen her leave the impression of "boyishness".

However, Ma Youfu believed that if Joan of Arc had beautiful long hair, her temperament would change 180 degrees, and even women would not be able to envy her appearance.

"Ah, it's you, sir!" Jeanne exclaimed in a low voice when she saw Yofu Ma.

"You two know each other?" Mrs. Jane asked curiously.

"The leap of faith a few days ago left a deep impression on me."

"Please allow me to apologize again for my reckless behavior, sir," the girl said with a calm smile.

"It's all right, Mademoiselle Jeanne. At least you won't have to take such risks in the future. I believe the day when you will be completely free will come soon."

"I've heard about it. Thank you, Mr. Mayouf. You've saved me like an angel sent by my lord Autore."

The girl's eyes are bright and clear.Yofu Ma could feel her sincere gratitude.

Although she has many auras and legends, she is still a young girl.Being imprisoned on a high tower, with an uncertain future, it is natural to be afraid when faced with death threats.

"You're welcome, I'm just completing the mission that His Royal Highness Charles explained."

Yof Ma invited Madame Jane to sit down at the table with Joan of Arc.

Even though she was dressed conservatively, after the girl sat down, the plump curve outlined by the tight dress made her heart beat slightly faster.Especially the pair that are large and round, extruded into a wonderful arc when "placed" on the table, like an oil painting drawn by Dizela, the goddess of beauty.

Youfu Ma coughed dryly, looked away, and lifted the silk cloth covering the candy apple: "As a foreigner, I am very interested in the achievements you have achieved in just one year, Miss Jeanne, why don't you? We ate the food and chatted."

Mrs. Zhen was accustomed to brocade clothing and jade food. The first time she saw such exquisite and beautiful exotic food, she couldn't help but exclaimed: "Is this sweetness using sucrose? You are so generous!"

Although the country girl who grew up in Donremi maintained her composure, the pair of eyes that glanced past from time to time revealed a little desire in her heart.

"Please, Miss Jeanne, it is a joy for me to share the taste of my hometown with others." Ma Youfu picked up a candy apple first.

The two ladies followed suit, and each picked up a fruit that was crystal clear, like a work of art.

The crisp sound of sugar shells cracking between teeth echoed in the room.

Compared with the elegant Lady Jane, Joan of Arc's food is much more heroic.The walnuts and crumbs dotted on the surface of the apple fell to her chest and bounced on the table, and she picked it up and ate it without hesitation.

Food is the best atmosphere modifier.Strictly speaking, this was the first time Yoof Ma and Joan of Arc met, but the two quickly got closer.

When talking about her childhood, Joan of Arc said: "I can't read. The only education I received when I was a child was probably listening to the priest tell the story of the Seven Saints in the church. If I was just a country woman all my life, it would be fine. But Your Highness I've already been made a noble, but I can't even write my own name..."

Seeing the distressed expression on the girl's face, Youfu Ma said, "You used to fight every day and didn't have time to study, but isn't this a good opportunity?"

He took out the literacy playing card: "This is the literacy card I invented. It can be learned in entertainment, and it is very suitable for beginners like you."

Not only did Joan of Arc fall in love with the playing cards Yofu Ma took out, but even Mrs. Jane looked at the beautifully printed cards with curiosity.The pictures corresponding to the words are printed on it, as well as the pronunciation method, which is easy to understand.

"I've only studied in the monastery for half a year, and I don't know much vocabulary. This deck of cards is also very useful to me," said Mrs. Jane.

"If this deck of cards can let you pass some boring time and learn some words by the way, that would be great." Yofu Ma said with a smile.

He taught some popular poker games in previous lives, such as Solitaire for one person, Tractor for two, and Landlord Fight for three - no, it should be called "Faber Fights England".

When it was almost time to meet, Youfu Ma said to Mrs. Zhen, "Ma'am, I want to have a chat with Miss Jeanne alone, can you avoid it for a while?"

Mrs. Jane glanced at the two of them and showed an ambiguous smile: "Of course, I will give you two young people some privacy. But remember, don't make your voice too loud."

Chapter No.17 Sniper Plan

After Mrs. Jane left, Joan of Arc was not shy because of the ambiguous atmosphere of being alone in the same room.She leaned over to Yofu Ma and said in a low voice, "Sir, do you need any help from me? I have a few comrades-in-arms, and I have quite the trust of His Highness, so I can speak before the imperial court."

The smart girl immediately saw Yofu Ma's true purpose.

Mayoufu said: "You may have noticed the changes in the outside world, Miss Jeanne. I am about to leave for my return. To convince His Royal Highness to make peace with Philip III, the biggest obstacle is Armagnac, who has a deep hatred with the Burgundians. Pie. So, I need you to write some letters. The queen and her mother are the key targets. Her Royal Highness is always willing to listen to their opinions. Of course, if you can contact your comrades in arms, such as La Haier, Marshal Gil, Marshal Bussack, etc. People, that's better."

"I understand, please ghostwrite it."

Joan of Arc was dictating while watching Yofu Ma's pen flying like a fly.

A foreigner who has lived in France for only a few months can write so fluently, which makes her very envious.

"Perhaps when the British are driven out and the war is over, I can put down my long sword and battle flag and start studying literature and art?" The girl's thoughts drifted to the future.

After writing the letter and asking Joan to sign her crooked name, today's task is considered a complete success.

"It's getting late, and I think it's time for me to say goodbye too. It's been a great afternoon, Miss Jeanne. Maybe next time you meet, you'll be completely free." Yofu Ma got up to leave.

"Me too. Hope to see you soon, sir."

When Ma Youfu turned to leave, Jeanne suddenly stopped him: "Wait a minute!"

Then, she ran into the bedroom.After a rustling sound, the girl came out, holding a delicate metal object in her hand.

"This is the gift I received from Kaelin, the goddess of life after the revelation. Wearing it close to the body, it can quickly restore energy and strength, and heal wounds. Please don't refuse, sir, this is a sincere thank you from an ordinary girl The only way."

Yoo Ma took the metal object.It is a round silver holy emblem with the image of a beautiful lady holding a twig in her hand.

"Wear it next to your body?" Youfu Ma felt the still warm touch on the holy emblem, and subconsciously took the tip of his nose and sniffed it.

There is a nice smell.

"Mr. Yofu Ma!" The girl, who had always been generous and straightforward before, turned crimson at this time and glared at Yofu Ma angrily.