OBS Chapter 4217 Printing Industry Exhibition
Chapter 4217 Printing Industry Exhibition
Chapter 4217 Printing Industry Exhibition
"I see. So, this afternoon..."
Vigé adopted a reserved expression, and Megan, of course, understood her meaning:
"Proceed according to the original plan. I'll be leaving soon; I still have some matters to attend to at Paradise Island Pharmaceuticals. I've left the research report on the heart on your desk in your study. Come find me if you need anything."
Shad hadn't acquired any new magical arts; he was going to test his only chaotic-attribute magical art, "Chaotic Residue." This magical art came from the nun, a creation she made by combining the violence of the First Flame with the coldness of death, and it was also the most powerful fire attack Shad possessed.
The magical practice area in Vigo's dungeon has been reinforced by a variety of rituals, and it is said that Vanessa helped to reinforce it a second time a few years ago with the power of the earth, so Shad can try casting spells with peace of mind.
"Remnants of chaos".
A swirling crimson fireball was summoned, its color deeper than ever before. Shad didn't rush to throw it, but instead carefully observed the changes that occurred after the spell received the blessing.
"The power of death and the First Flame clashed even more fiercely in this magical technique. But the technique did not become unstable as a result; rather, its power became even stronger due to the conflict between the two opposing forces."
He concluded, then hurled the fireball at the target in front of him. Even though he deliberately controlled its power, the entire room still shook as if an earthquake had struck. However, ritualistic light immediately illuminated the walls, absorbing all the sound and vibration.
"The power has increased a lot. In that case, during the blessing's duration, I can go to Moon Bay again to talk to that mermaid about the sea, about flesh and blood, about skin, about sin. Saturday morning, I think, that's when I'll use the new time key, and I'll probably have nothing to do."
But Shad didn't rush back to the ground; he was still thinking about the dream he'd just had:
"I feel like I dreamt about something amazing, but now when I think back, all I remember is a thick fog."
She smiled gently:
You've forgotten other dreams too.
"But this dream was different. It was as if something I had been waiting for had appeared, but I just couldn't remember it."
Shad was troubled by this, but that seemed to be the allure of dreams. What you saw with your eyes closed disappeared when you opened them; and the troubles you had when you opened your eyes seemed to vanish completely in those strange and interesting dreams.
As Shad pondered, he returned to the ground. Megan, who was about to leave, kissed Shad passionately in front of Viggo before happily waving goodbye to everyone.
After Megan left, it was already two o'clock in the afternoon. Seeing that Xia De was looking at her, Viggo said shyly:
"Shall we continue with today's plan?"
"Okay, where to next?"
Since the places we visited in the morning were all natural landscapes, Xia De believed that Wei Ge would choose places like museums and art galleries when planning her afternoon itinerary.
And as it turned out, Xia De was right. Wei Ge asked with a smile:
“I know you’re interested in the Rhodes Card.”
The stranger nodded quickly; playing with cats, playing cards, and sleeping with girls were probably among the few hobbies and interests he had since coming into this world.
"Are we going to the Prophet's Association this afternoon? I heard from Luvia that the Prophet's Association in Arcadia is the second largest branch in Carsonrick after Velendel."
Wei Ge shook her head:
"It's not the Prophet's Association. Looks like you're really busy and haven't even seen this news yet."
Isn't the Old Continent Industrial Exposition going to be held in the second half of the month? Oakham Park is already being set up, but before the exposition opens, some participating guilds will also hold some small exhibitions as a warm-up for the exposition.
The Carsonrick Printers' Guild is currently hosting a small printing industry exhibition in the Upper Town. The Prophet's Society, which has its own printing plant and is also a member of the guild, is also participating. In addition to the Prophet's Society, the Royal Mint and major newspaper and book printing plants across the country are also involved.
It is said that the Prophet's Association has put some very rare early Rhodes cards on display. Moreover, visitors to this exhibition will receive a numbered ticket. Once the Old World Industrial Exposition officially opens, the Prophet's Association's exhibition area will announce 100 ticket numbers, and each ticket can be redeemed for a commemorative Rhodes card—yes, a Rhodes card with special rules.
The Prophet's Association certainly has a knack for business. Although some criticize them for using gambling-like methods to attract tourists, everyone admits their tactic is brilliant.
Commemorative Rhodes cards issued by the Prophet's Association usually have special rules, though these rules are generally not very strong. Shad's Star 12 [The Great City Player - 1853 Tobeske Champion] and Star 13 [The Dove of Peace - The Kansas Mountain Talks] are examples of such commemorative special cards.
Shad winked:
"Was this itinerary specially arranged to cater to my interests?"
Wei Ge pursed her lips and continued to smile:
"You accompanied me to a place I was interested in this morning, now it's my turn to accompany you to a place you're interested in. So, shall we set off now?"
"Of course, let's go now."
To obtain that special commemorative plaque, you have to wait until the expo opens, and the final prize will be awarded through a lottery. Therefore, theoretically, the more tickets you have, the greater your chances of winning.
Although Shad didn't want to invite all the girls in the house, he did want to take Eve, Miss Rowling, and Adelina with him.
Wei Ge didn't want to bring so many people on her date, not to mention that after discovering that Xia De addressed her student by his first name today, she instinctively felt a sense of crisis.
"Although all 100 cards are to be drawn by number, the numbers are also selected by the Prophet's Association. The expo is being held in Arcadia, so even the Prophet's Association has to give the locals a little face."
As they were setting off, Viggo said that she hadn't asked Shad to bring anyone else. This afternoon, it would only be the two of them and two maids who accompanied them; even Miss Rowling didn't go out with them.
"Wei Ge, do you mean..."
"Keep my ticket safe. Once the expo opens, just take my ticket to collect your playing card."
She said it very casually:
"The Astley family still has this privilege."
Of course, tickets are required for this exhibition, and it is said that the price varies depending on the session. For example, the weekend sessions are obviously more expensive. However, Vigo's ticket was given to him directly by the local Prophet Association, so Shad did not know the price.
The exhibition had rented the fourth floor of the Candleburg Library. As soon as Vige appeared on the first floor, library staff immediately came to greet her. Everyone in the area knew that Vige didn't particularly like men, so two rather young women led Shad and Vige to the exhibition hall.
The exhibition hall reeked of ink and machine oil, and the floor was polished walnut wood. The brass gas lamps hanging from the dome had bases carved with intertwined vines, and the surrounding walls were covered with light beige wallpaper.
The antique shelves that originally displayed ancient books in the exhibition hall have now been carefully arranged into display stands, staggered with the long tables temporarily set up in the hall, which not only preserves the elegance of the library, but also adds a touch of industrial and artistic fusion.
The entrance to the exhibition hall was the ticket checkpoint. The numbered ticket stubs were specially made by the printing guild, printed with exquisite cursive letters and guild emblems. Xia De carefully put Wei Ge's ticket stub into his card box.
Although it was a weekday, there were still quite a few visitors at the venue. Ladies in fitted long dresses and feathered hats, gentlemen in formal attire carrying walking sticks, as well as young students in uniforms and local scholars, all quietly and curiously explored the various exhibition areas.
The exhibition hall was divided into several different areas, each with its own booth. In addition to the "Prophet's Association" and the "Royal Mint" mentioned by Vigo, several other organizations, including the Carsonrick Booksellers and Publishers Association, the Church's Book Printing House, and the Willendale Newspaper Association, also participated in the exhibition.
The exhibition was quite interesting. Instead of rushing straight to the Society of Prophets' exhibit, Shad and Viggo visited the exhibits one by one from the entrance.
This place not only has posters and brochures printed by each printing factory, but also type templates of different sizes, typesetting tools, and small printing equipment.
Color printing technology, which is not yet widely adopted, is almost ubiquitous in the exhibition hall. Currently, printed materials are transitioning from black and white to color printing, and color lithography has been proven to be a viable technology. If the world doesn't perish, color printing should be fully available throughout the civilized world in a decade or so.
"It's fascinating that civilization has spread and been passed down in our time because of this kind of technology."
Shad praised in a low voice, and Vig nodded slightly. She hadn't expected Shad to be genuinely interested in the exhibition; she had originally thought he was only there for the Rhodes Card.
The book samples, printed with exquisite patterns, have gold-stamped titles that gleam under the light, and smooth, warm edges; the brightly colored posters and brochures have a light, non-pungent ink scent that you can smell as soon as you get close, and the fonts on them are neat and clear, including both classic serif fonts and simple sans-serif fonts.
Beside the small manual printing press brought by the printing factory, several apprentices in overalls were carefully demonstrating the typesetting and printing process with practiced ease. The onlookers consciously slowed their pace, discussing in hushed tones the exquisite typesetting and the color of the ink.
Opposite the Typewriters Association booth was the Willemdale Booksellers and Publishers Association booth, behind which was the Pentatheca Church's printing plant booth.
The books and printed materials issued by the church have strict specifications and regulations. In particular, the scriptures are written on books and the paper and ink used are completely different from other publications on the market. Therefore, the technology used is also different from that of normal printing plants.
The booth of the Prophets' Association, which Shad was concerned about, was located to the east of the church printing plant. The booth was partially surrounded by a light purple velvet curtain, which was quite in the style of the prophets.
The tables in the exhibition area were covered with black velvet, and neatly arranged on them were rows of exquisite Rhodes cards. These cards were not the standard playing cards that players could use, but rather special exhibits used to showcase the strength of the association's printing plant.
The cards are edged in gold and printed with intricate symbols, celestial bodies, and prophetic patterns. Each card is like a meticulously crafted work of art, and even though they cannot be used in official matches, Shad is very interested in collecting a set.