How a Former Pro Takes Advantage by Doing an Easy Job

Chapter 200. The princess who draws pictures (4)

“I can see the contents enough even without the text. The person who drew it is definitely that Meryl Ernesia.”

“Originally, picture books cost 100% of pictures.”

remain? What is it?

Anyway, it didn't look like Pena was giving empty praise.

Seeing so much admiration, this painting must be wonderful.

“….To write a picture of a painter like this for a fairy tale…..

It seems that it makes me feel complicated thanks to that.

what about

Waste of talent is most enjoyable.

It did not take long for the business of producing and selling picture storybooks to begin in earnest.

The facilities to print the book from the beginning were already prepared.

The company that will be in charge of distribution is Arnil Company, which is safe and reliable.

They are fed up with the way they are already circulating new products.

They quickly released the books they printed according to Arel's order to the world.

“This is a book you can read even if you cannot read.”

When this appeared on the market, many were surprised.

No matter which country you go to on the continent, ‘painting' is still unfamiliar to you.

Most of them decorate the homes of aristocrats or are known only for their noble hobbies.

Of course, there is a fundamental problem that the existing printing situation and the supply market are relatively poor for paintings to become popular.

The concept of Arel's picture fairy tale, which solved this problem, was accepted strangely and miraculously.

The first to show interest were none other than nobles.

Some nobles were attracted to the easy-to-understand and vivid pictures of Grimm's Fairy Tales and the stories told there.

It was also purely for educational purposes that more nobles showed interest.

Many nobles bought it for the purpose of making their children read and learning the text interestingly.

Such a phenomenon was not limited to the Kingdom of Ernesia.

Aristocrats and rich people from other countries also showed interest in purchasing Grimm's Fairy Tales sold at Arnil Store.

Whether for educational purposes or for wardens or propaganda, either way showed great interest.

Some were interested for reasons different from the purpose of making Grimm's Fairy Tale, but...

“This painting has a different painting style, but it must be Meryl Ernesia's painting!”

Somehow, word got around that even some art lovers began to collect them.

From that time on, Arel came up with a mischievous selling tool.

Instead of deliberately mass-producing Grimm's fairy tales, the early books were engraved with his commemorative stamp... It started selling as a limited edition concept.

“In any world, it's a human habit to go crazy when it comes to limited or first productions,”

he said, muttering these meaningless words while directing production.

The merchants who saw his sales method were said to have shuddered in their hearts, saying that it was a fearsome business skill that could only remind the devil.

Grimm's fairy tale, which was first introduced to the world, attracted the attention of many people.

And it was already promised that the next children's book would also enjoy continued popularity.

However, not everyone in the world welcomed the new concept of children's books. Some people do not welcome the spread of picture children's books.

“This is a provocation against our holy God!!”

The old man in a white robe spattered from his mouth and was indignant.

This is the meeting room of the Church of the Zelnian Holy Kingdom.

It is a place where bishops gather to discuss various issues, such as policies to lead the Holy Kingdom or important events.

It is no exaggeration to say that most state affairs are decided right here.

“Calm down....

A man wearing a suit of a similar design rebuked the angry old man, as if he were about to rip a vein out of his forehead at any moment.

But even when it dried up, there was no sign of being heard.

“Is this something to calm down?”

He hurriedly took a book out of his pocket and threw it in the middle of the table.

“....that?”

“It must have been confiscated from a merchant who was crossing the border a while ago.”

No one knew about this.

A children's book with a newly invented concept in the Kingdom of Ernesia.

A fairy tale in which the text is the main focus, not the picture.

It was the storybook that was made for children.

Even the priests of the Holy Land acknowledged that the intention of their making this was desirable.

On the contrary, there was even a sense of respect for the person who devised this kind of thing.

However, the priests of the holy kingdom had no choice but to feel uncomfortable when they saw the result that came out differently from his intention.

“...All in all, [Spirit and Traveler]

.”

“Are you saying that they reproduced what was designated as a forbidden book?...

Because of this, some of the priests looked downright embarrassed, while others were madly angry like the old man from before.

“This is an insult!”

“...Calm down. It's not something that can be judged so easily.”

The fact that this children's book popped up at the meeting.

It wasn't a simple matter.

Fairy tales that serve as original sources are undoubtedly designated as prohibited books.

However, what should we do with this product that has not yet been released into the world?

It is a separate object with the same story as the main material.

That's why the Holy Land has yet to announce a countermeasure plan.

It was the current situation that merchants aiming for that point were bringing in one after another.

First of all, they quickly confiscated and prevented the book from being released within the Holy Land, but it made no difference that they thought it was a headache.

The current situation is that we have not yet decided on a clear plan on how to do this.

“It is a sensitive issue to deal with simply. Isn't it?”

A question from one of the priests drew everyone's attention to the woman sitting at the head of the conference room.

Saint Nelvenia.

Assuming the duties of an official successor, she was obliged to make the final decision on the matter.

Now she, too, was furrowing her brow, as if somewhat troubled.

“It's definitely a hard question to decide.”

The sight of this amount of people putting their heads together and groaning over just one book was the height of bizarreness.

However, if you look at the inside story, it is unavoidable.

“Certainly, the content has been designated as forbidden according to our doctrine. That's right...

“So this should also be banned.”

“Yes that's right.”

Nelvenia also meekly agreed.

On that point, she had no other opinion.

What matters to them is the doctrine of the Holy Kingdom and their own faith.

She had no reason to object.

“But the problem is… him.”

One thing we have to be careful about is that it is none other than Arele Ernesia who brought this Grimm's Fairy Tale to the world.

“Is it Ernesia again...

One of the priests openly showed displeasure.

Even so, not a single one of them had a favorable view of Ernesia Kingdom.

Because it's always the enemy

It is a country that cannot be touched due to lack of strength right now, but one day we must propagate the truth according to the doctrine.

That's the common perception of everyone.

Nelvenia didn't object either.

“How are we supposed to accept this?”

But it is impossible not to be cautious.

There is a reason why the opponent is the opponent.

“To the end, designating this as a forbidden book only applies to our brothers who worship our god.”

She calmly continued.

“In Ernesia Kingdom, this fairy tale is not a forbidden book. Therefore, even if you choose to adopt it, there is no problem with justification.”

Yes.

Now, no matter how hard the priests of the Holy Kingdom grind their teeth, it has nothing to do with the Kingdom of Ernesia.

That's why it was an issue that I couldn't help but think about more sensitively.

“You mean he really knew?”

Nelvenia was silent.

This is something that only Ernesia herself would know about.

‘...I think it's infinitely true.'

Deep down, I'm already convinced.

It is a judgment that can be made based on her short but short conversation with Arele Ernesia.

It's hard to believe that he did this without knowing.

However, the rationale cannot be stated openly.

Because now they have to be careful with their remarks.

On the one hand, it was ridiculous to have to sweat so much with only one children's book.

What if that was Allel's purpose?

It would be like playing with his will.

‘...I wouldn't have thought of it that far, though.'

It's dangerous to go beyond that point.

No matter how genius you are, there's no way you can think that far.

That's why she got the most correct answer, but with a common sense way of thinking, she denied the answer herself.

‘Still, I can't assume that there is no intention...

What conclusion should I draw?

I was thinking a lot about her.

“I need a temple too!”

Wasn't the elderly priest who had just burst into anger suddenly shouting like that?

“Don’t Nelvania think so too?”

He didn't answer, but Nelvenia was in a lot of trouble.

sanctuary. that is war.

In the past, the Holy Kingdom shed necessary blood for the purpose of reforming heretics that did not follow the doctrine.

Right now, that old man insists on going to war against the kingdom of Ernesia.

“This is a provocation. Provocations must be judged with our justice.”

“…Enough of that.”

In the end, she couldn't stand it and forced him to shut his mouth in a somewhat cold tone.

“It was not an easy matter to talk about.”

When she scolded her for being careless, the priest frowned as if he was displeased, but he obediently shut his mouth and lowered his gaze.

“If you don't, it will only provide an excuse for Ernesia Kingdom. Be careful... Even if we wage a holy war there, we must take the justification.”

After warning, she let out a sigh and decided to draw conclusions on the agenda now.

“I will designate that book as a banned book. Please inform the merchants and merchants who enter and exit that way.”

“What about our allies?”

ally.

In their case, we are talking about friendly countries that have formally adopted their religion.

“...Only bring it into the church. Let's do this.”

It's not impossible to put pressure on it to designate it as banned.

A backlash follows.

Political judgment must follow before doctrine.

That's how she calculated.

There was no blatant objection to this either.

The issue of Grimm's Fairy Tale ended with this, and they discussed the following agendas in turn.

And towards the end of the meeting on all agendas.

“Lady. I would like to ask your opinion once more about the Ernesia Kingdom.”

One of the priests suddenly made a comment.

“...Have you come to a conclusion about Grimm's Fairy Tales?”

“It’s not like that.”

“Then what do you want to say?”

“I would like to ask what the saintess thinks about how long she will be holding her breath.”

Everyone is holding their breath in amazement.

There were people who cried out for war like the old man just before, but that is a claim based on personal feelings.

However, no one asked for the saintess' direct intention.

Some clicked their tongues for disrespect, others pretended not to, but listened.