The Bard at Hogwarts

In the open space next to the town.

After looking around, Ino walked towards the bakery.

Of course, if he is an adult, he will definitely go to the tavern as soon as possible to understand the basic information here.

But even though his height has suddenly grown to about 1.6 meters since this year, his young face still tells his true age.

In such a crowded place, it is not a wise choice for a half-year-old child to go to a tavern.

at the same time.

On the other side of town.

Paine, the owner of the bakery, was also busy with his day's work.

First, pour the coarse wheat flour mixed with sand into an old and yellow wooden basin, then scoop up some turbid water from the bucket in the corner and add it.

Finally, he started kneading the dough mechanically.

Although he was working, Paine's eyes were not idle. He kept looking at the passing carriages and caravans, as well as the unfamiliar travelers.

Today, he discovered a new situation early in the morning. A strange traveler came to the town.

Of course, many strangers come here every day, but what matters to him is the age and clothing of the stranger today, as well as the beautiful accordion behind his back.

The gray robe seemed nothing special at first glance, but he knew very well that this kind of finely woven fabric was not something ordinary people could afford.

Even Ms. Sophia, the richest tavern owner here, only owns one printed long dress made of fine woven fabric.

And this dress is only worn during the Harvest Festival every year, which shows how much she cherishes it.

"I can make another fortune!" Paine thought secretly.

To be able to own a bakery of his own at the age of less than twenty years old, he relies on his shrewd mind and observant eyes.

Because he knew very well that selling bread honestly would only make him starve to death. If you want to make money and open a bakery in the city, you can only serve these well-dressed rich people.

When Paine saw the target on the opposite side walking towards him, his brain was working rapidly, and he was also recalling various things that had happened in the recent period.

After all, these wealthy people come to Merchant Town, which has extremely poor conditions, and the only valuable things that can be provided to them here are all kinds of interesting stories and new things.

…

Ino walked slowly towards the bakery.

There was only one young man in his twenties busy in the small shop. What was interesting was that he saw in this young man's eyes a shrewdness like Flint.

This is good. People who are philistine, shrewd and only interested in profit are often stronger than those who talk the talk and use the sword.

"Sorry! Excuse me." Ino walked up to the young man and said slowly: "How do you sell your bread? They look very tempting!"

During the first exchange, he could only unconscionably praise the black bread, which had bumpy surfaces and even some unknown hairs on it.

"Hey! Sir, they're not worth anything, and I don't think you can eat them."

Paine spread his hands somewhat with a strange expression. He dared to promise the Harvest Goddess that if the young man opposite could eat a bite of bread, he would give up his entire income next year.

"If you are really hungry, I suggest you go to the tavern opposite. The proprietress Ms. Sophia's grilled steak is a famous delicacy in Merchant Town."

"Really? It's my first time to come to Merchant Town. It's said that it's very interesting here! And I'm a wandering bard." After hearing the name of the place, Ino also said.

"Bard?" Paine was a little frustrated. In his impression, these people were often not rich people, but he soon realized that he could make profits in another way, and immediately said:

"Do you want to listen to the story of Merchant Town? Then you can tell it to others in the future. However, a story costs two coppers!"

"Okay! Let's start your story!"

Ino took out two copper coins from his pocket and placed them on the bread table. Although Old John had spent all his gold coins, he still had some silver coins and copper coins.

…

Half an hour later.

After paying 12 copper coins, Ino also had a certain understanding of this place.

First of all, this is a big world, a vast land with countless cities and kingdoms. It is a world full of stories.

The elves in the forest, the devils in the wilderness, the old witch in the ruined tower, the legend of the mermaid on the seashore, etc., there are too many to mention.

After leaving the bakery.

Ino walked straight towards the open space where the carriage was parked.

In such a big world, if you don't encounter the story that is happening, you can't even think of leaving for a while. It is common to live there for a few months or even half a year.

In this case, he also plans to return to his old business, not only to find something to do, but also to expand his pocket. After all, the few silver coins left probably wouldn't be able to pay for a few days of tavern room fees.

An open space where the carriage is parked.

Under the curious eyes of many businessmen, Ino slowly pulled the accordion.

This is a way to attract guests. Of course, bards use various methods. Some spread sand on the ground to draw pictures, some knock on bamboo boards, and some even perform some juggling.

It has only one purpose, to attract attention.

After all, only by attracting enough people's attention can you earn profits from the stories to be told. Otherwise, if only one or two people are listening, it would be a huge loss for any one to leave.

After a few minutes, the song ended.

Ino looked at the roughly twenty people gathered in front of him and slowly said:

"In the distant Misty Mountains, there is a hidden kingdom between the mountains. In the capital of the kingdom, there are countless treasures, endless gold coins and gems, and this endless wealth finally attracted the attention of an evil dragon..."

The opening chapter points out the topic, and then goes in reverse order. This operation can attract more people to listen.

"...The evil dragon is called Smaug, and he has occupied the wealth of the dwarves. And the brave dwarf prince Thorin, after gathering many dwarf warriors, they embarked on the great road of killing the dragon and taking back their homeland."

As time goes by, the story is also slowly unfolding, and more people are gradually gathered around.

When talking about the dwarves entering the Lonely Mountain Castle and about to face the devil, Ino stopped, stood up and bowed slowly to the people around him, and then spread a square piece of linen on the ground.

As businessmen who travel all over the country, they know very well what this means. Those who want to listen generously and throw a few copper coins on the linen; those who want to leave will also leave silently, and everything is going on in an orderly manner.

"Ding! Ding Ding!"

A crisp and pleasant sound rang out, and a shining gold coin suddenly appeared on the linen. Ino looked up in surprise.

The one who paid was a mature-looking young man wearing thick glasses. Perhaps seeing Ino's puzzled look, the young man said:

"I like your story very much, but I feel that you have omitted a lot, so I paid, and I hope you can tell me this story alone when you have time, a complete story. Because I want to buy it and record it in my storybook."

"Oh, by the way! Let me introduce myself, my name is William Green! I am an adventurer and novelist."

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