Work Prophet
Chapter 69 - 30: The Knights’ Invitation

Chapter 69: Chapter 30: The Knights’ Invitation

It had been nine days since Li Yu had installed those two miniature cameras for Ireya, which was almost a month in the universe where Miss Rabbit resided.

However, during this month, the mysterious assassin had not shown up again, as if he had sensed the danger in advance and disappeared without a trace.

But Li Yu was not in a hurry; since that guy had taken great pains to infiltrate the castle, it was not possible that he would stop after just leaving a note. Sooner or later, there would be further actions.

Li Yu did not mind comparing patience with his adversary. After all, each day for him was like three days for his opposite, and after the cameras were set up, it was merely a matter of changing the batteries periodically, which would not waste his time or energy.

In fact, Li Yu’s attention soon shifted to other matters. After hosting the first initiation ceremony, he realized there was still much work to be done.

Firstly, as for the procedure, based on Hera’s reaction, the initiation ceremony was generally successful, but there were still some details that could be optimized.

The sense of ritual might seem intangible and elusive, but it’s not only your girlfriend who needs it.

A strong sense of ritual could imprint on one’s life and evoke a call to a sacred mission.

Take, for example, the most common modern ceremony, the wedding. At the moment when the couple exchanges rings and recites vows or completes the ceremony of bowing to each other, many people feel a connection that they will remember for a lifetime.

When the couple later faces disagreements and emotional crises, recalling those moments filled with a sense of ritual could even save a marriage on the brink of collapse.

The same is true for religion. An excellent initiation ceremony helps enhance the loyalty and sense of belonging among the followers.

Therefore, those dazzling and somewhat mysterious symbols and steps are essential.

According to Li Yu’s observation, the orchestral version of "What a Beautiful Jasmine Flower" had a good effect; when this piece played, Hera’s emotions were notably stirred.

No wonder modern directors like to insert BGM into their films, especially when the script and acting quality cannot keep up, they have to rely on music to save the day.

Well, maybe next time he could consider bringing a projector to add the visual part as well.

Li Yu took out his notebook and recorded this idea.

As for religious names and the setting of bracelets, these are also common in major religions, such as Buddhist dharma names and beads, Taoist Taoist names and ruyis, and Christian religious names and crosses.

The former often signifies a rebirth, distinguishing the new self from the past. The latter often serves as a magic artifact used for cultivation and also has symbolic meaning, often connected with the myths and legends of the religion, used by the followers to show their identity.

The reason why Li Yu eventually chose silicone bracelets as a proof of identity for his followers was simple.

Firstly, silicone bracelets were unique enough in this world, with a clear recognition factor and importantly, they were also very cheap. They cost 0.9 yuan each on 1688, and the price could probably be negotiated lower for wholesale in large quantities, so it would be affordable even when the number of followers increased.

Additionally, it was possible to distinguish hierarchical levels within the Church by color—red, orange, yellow, green, blue; it was very intuitive and akin to the rarity levels of equipment.

Hera was the first follower that Li Yu received; she definitely deserved some privileges, so Li Yu immediately promoted her.

Of course, having just the bracelet wasn’t enough; he needed to incorporate the silicone bracelet into a mythology tied to Saturday, imbuing it with a certain sacredness.

Additionally, the initial doctrines were quite thin, and some critical questions—such as the answers to ultimate questions regarding death and the universe, how to integrate science more seamlessly into the whole religious system to avoid a repeat of Bruno’s tragedy, and more—still urgently needed solving.

But the immediate priority was to quickly recruit the first batch of believers to help build the territory.

Li Yu was temporarily at a loss in this matter. Hera’s situation was quite special; the young girl was desperate to escape her current miserable life and would cling to any lifeline, essentially coming over willingly.

But others, especially adults, weren’t so easy to sway.

It seemed that he would have to think of other methods.

Since this was Li Yu’s first time undertaking such a task, he lacked experience and could only learn as he went along. On Sunday, he went back to the library to consult relevant materials and literature.

Meanwhile, Ireya’s life had been increasingly thriving, giving her a sense that the tide was turning in her favor.

After experiencing deception and an embarrassing escape, Miss Rabbit finally achieved her desire to become the Lord of Green Field, and with Li Yu’s bi-monthly pepper trade, she successfully navigated through the financial crisis.

At Li Yu’s suggestion, she also spent time mending some relationships with her relatives, leading to a much more harmonious atmosphere in the castle.

Except for not yet finding a mole inside her circle, Ireya felt her life was nearly complete.

That day, she was counting the little money she had earned over the month, when the new steward, Yago, knocked on her door.

Reluctantly setting down the gold coins in her hands and putting them back into the bag, she cleared her throat and said, "Come in."

At this, Yago pushed the door open and quickly stepped inside.

He was much younger than Fosto, being under forty this year, known for acting swiftly but also for not paying much attention to details.

In Fosto’s words, he was a bit rough around the edges, but he hailed from Ireya’s mother Yolanda’s family and had known Miss Rabbit’s Guardian Knights for a long time, and his loyalty was beyond reproach.

With Fosto’s retirement imminent and the steward role needing to be filled, the young lady had interviewed several candidates and ultimately chose Yago.

"Is there something you need?" Miss Rabbit, having just recharged from her money, seemed quite spirited.

"Purple Sparrow Flower, Gold Snake, and several other Knights have sent letters, inviting you to visit their feud, wishing to inspect it. It has been over a month since you became the Green Field Master, but for various reasons, you have yet to hold a banquet to declare your rule over this land.

"However, your subjects have long heard of your beauty, wisdom, courage, and kindness. Both young and old, males and females, are eagerly waiting, longing to see you in person.

"I think this is a good opportunity for you to agree to the requests of those Lord Knights, to step out of the castle, and to show yourself more to your subjects; it will help you win their hearts. A strong Lord is indeed loved by his subjects."