Chapter 512 In the Car (Congratulations to the Leader of the Fallen Chao Brother!)
Woohoo!
The steam-powered locomotive emitted a large amount of white smoke, pulling a long train of steel cars on the rails, running at a speed like a galloping horse.
Looking at the scenery on both sides quickly receding, as well as the soft position where he was sitting, and the small table in front of him, John said gratefully: "Thank you! Mr. Levi... I... I didn't expect that you also promoted me. The seats came to the second-class compartment..."
His pitiful savings could only buy a third-class ticket at most, which was not enough.
As for the third-class carriage?
It is located behind the locomotive and has to withstand the bad smell and dust caused by the burning of a large amount of coal. It is also packed like a sardine can.
Basically, every passenger will turn black after staying for a long time.
The second-class carriage has a more comfortable position, with four people sitting across from each other, and a small wooden table in the middle. Dining cars will pass by at noon and evening.
As for the more advanced first-class carriages, they are said to be more luxurious, but are only open to nobles and respectable people.
"You are Welcome."
Zhong Shenxiu smiled gracefully and said to himself: 'Young man... you are still too naive...'
To buy train tickets, you also need proof of identity!
Naturally, he didn't have this thing, and John couldn't find a suitable reason, so he was easily rejected, and even provoked the patrolman.
Zhong Shenxiu noticed that the security force in the train station has been increased.
I am afraid that in a short time, the news of the war will be fully spread, and the steam train will go all out to meet the transportation needs of various materials and troops. The station will be under martial law, and John will not even think about running away.
But he was lucky to meet Zhong Shenxiu.
All the inspections and interrogations along the way were dismissed by Zhong Shenxiu with a blank piece of paper.
John seemed to be riding a steam train for the first time. He looked excitedly at the scenery outside the window and could not bear to take his eyes away for a long time.
Zhong Shenxiu casually glanced at the passengers riding with him.
A young gentleman with slightly curly hair, thin build, and glasses. He was wearing a black double-breasted buttoned woolen coat, a bowler hat, and a short staff inlaid with silver in his hand. He looked very... Appropriate and cultivated.
‘The temperature now...isn’t low? It's even a little hot...'
Zhong Shenxiu glanced at her and John's shirts: 'Or... this is the dress of the upper class. Because the upper class people don't need to work on their own, their clothes are warmer and thicker? ’
As for the last passenger, she was a young woman wearing a long skirt with a fine plaid pattern. She wore a soft hat with a gauze hanging down on her head, covering less than half of her face. She was looking around with curious eyes. It was John, a country bumpkin, who clearly caught her attention and was glanced at several times in a pretense of inadvertence.
John's ears suddenly turned red, he looked away from the window and sat upright.
Bang, bang, bang...
The long time on the steam train was really boring, and there was still eight long hours before Carleston.
Finally, John couldn't bear it anymore and whispered: "Mr. Levi, do you have any suggestions for arriving in Creston?"
After boarding the long-distance train, his courage seemed to be gradually exhausted, and he was filled with confusion and anxiety about the future.
"When you go to a big city, the first and most important thing is to find a place to stay, otherwise you will definitely be caught by the patrol police sweeping the streets at night. If you don't have a job certificate, you will be in big trouble..."
Zhong Shenxiu smiled. Although he had never been there, he could barely guess some situations.
"Then... then find a job immediately, it can be a short-term job, and the most important thing is to get a work certificate... After all, according to what you said, the kingdom has strict management of homeless people, but as long as there is a work certificate, it will not matter. You will be arrested... I think if you don't want to enter the factory, working on the dock may be an option, but be careful of gangs. It is best to join some unions or circles organized by people in your hometown... In the capital, outsiders It’s always easy to cuddle up and keep warm…”
"You are indeed knowledgeable..."
John admired sincerely.
'No, I was just guessing...' Zhong Shenxiu rolled his eyes in his mind, and then heard John's question again: "But... I don't want to work hard all my life. I heard that Carleston is full of gold. "
"Puch!"
The young gentleman wearing a polite suit suddenly laughed, then took off his hat and apologized: "I'm sorry... but I have to correct one thing. Carleston is not full of gold. It is a paradise for the rich and nobles, but for For the poor, it seems less friendly..."
"A kind reminder is always good, even if it's a bit harsh!" Zhong Shenxiu nodded and said with a smile, "Li Wei, who are you?"
"Just call me Kerry."
The young gentleman responded with a smile, very polite and decent, and looked at John again: "You want to find a good job. What is your education level? Do you have proof of primary education?"
"Sorry...I...I can't read!"
Johan felt the lady's eyes looking over and immediately lowered his head.
"Although I'm sorry, I still have to say that your cultural level has determined that many decent jobs are closed to you. After all, professionals need long-term study and accumulated experience, such as doctors and lawyers..."
Kerry sighed: "Mr. Levi's suggestion is very pertinent. You must first establish a foothold in Carleston before thinking about other issues... Well, you are not old. While working during the day, you can also sign up for the church at night. Some literacy courses are free, and you can also listen to the greatness of the 'Lord of the Gate'. After passing the most basic cultural level certificate, you may be able to find some good jobs through church channels, such as...nobles A valet, or a waiter in some restaurants and clubs... That's at least easier than a coolie job. Mr. Levi, what do you think?"
"A fair suggestion!"
Zhong Shenxiu nodded, saw John's confused eyes, and couldn't help but add: "A good life is created by your own hands. Now that you have made a decision, you can only continue to work hard..."
He is also very good at filling chicken soup.
"Thanks……"
John forced down his frustration and smiled reluctantly: "Thank you for your suggestion, I will seriously consider it."
Gu Gu!
At this moment, his stomach made an unsatisfactory growl again.
"It's lunch time, Mr. Levi, should we go to the restaurant together, or wait for the food truck to pass by?"
Kerry took out an exquisite pocket watch, opened it, took a look, and asked with a smile.
"I think……"
Zhong Shenxiu was about to answer when he suddenly looked up.
Tens of thousands of meters above the ground, a harsh sonic boom suddenly sounded!