Chapter 246 Banquet
Wei Mu rested for a while in the back until the parade of the motorcade was over.
Then, as planned, he climbed the high platform in front of the Governor's Mansion and prepared to give a speech to the people of the world.
The high platform was built by the people of the Administration Department a few days ago, and a huge vortex pattern was printed on it.
That was the official emblem of the Great Vortex, which Wei Mu had just designed. The light and shadow entangled with each other looked like a twisting vortex of the star system, and also had a little yin and yang Pisces charm.
As for the process of the speech, it was naturally ups and downs and passionate, which attracted cheers from the people-although the content was a bit old-fashioned.
This was because there were two more venues to go to, and the audience of the speech was the general public. He really couldn't express himself freely, so he could only use the "perfect" manuscript prepared for him by the Administration Department.
The speech lasted about an hour, during which he also rewarded and commended some combat heroes, played carefully edited propaganda films, and the live broadcast images were projected by a large number of drones all over the hive city.
With the secret support of the teleprompter, there were no mistakes in the whole process.
After a set of hard work, Wei Mu was sweating all over, but the result was quite satisfactory.
With the end of the speech, the official formal ceremony was over, and the rest of the time would be left for the people to have fun.
Not long after, another convoy appeared on the controlled main road, which was more exciting than the military vehicles full of combat heroes in front.
It was a team composed of entertainment floats. The appearance and structure of the vehicles had been carefully transformed artistically. Performers in strange costumes sang and danced for the public, and some provided free drinks for the public.
The floats of the Harlequin Troupe were also among them. The exotic style from the Eldar made them the most beautiful in the entire convoy, although the people of the Empire basically could not understand the deep meaning of the Harlequin performance.
This is also the meaning of entertainment. It brings joy to the general public and should not be divided into high and low grades.
And the Empire was not messed up in this regard, but at least it was a mess.
The noble class naturally has no shortage of entertainment activities, and the boards they play are more colorful than each other. However, the people living at the bottom rarely have the opportunity to relax. Cigarettes and liquor are enough to satisfy them. With some barbecued skewers, they are like living gods. It is rare to encounter a large-scale celebration, so let them have fun.
As for the problem of Slaanesh corruption, it is not that you will be corrupted by Khorne as soon as you fight with others, or you will be corrupted by Nurgle as soon as you get sick.
What can cause Slaanesh corruption is often something that ordinary people cannot touch, or cannot afford to play. This is just a small matter, so there is no need to worry at all.
After completing the task on my body, it happened to be time for dinner.
The gorgeous banquet was held in the Governor's Mansion, and the food and drinks provided were extremely expensive and high-end goods.
Of course, these extravagant things were not funded by the local government, but were sent by sponsors. Although it cost a lot, it is estimated that it can feed tens of thousands more people in the lower level of the hive, but in front of such a grand event, the catering expenses are not worth mentioning at all.
Previously, Wei Mu organized a law enforcement team to help stabilize the rear during the Great Vortex Expedition. Now that the mission is accomplished, it is time to reward them.
In addition, most of the prominent figures on the planet have tried their best to get themselves a ticket to the event, playing the game of power in the midst of toasts.
Wei Mu is their boss after all, and the planet still needs these people to help manage it. Naturally, he cannot put on an attitude of keeping people at a distance. At least he has to make them familiar - although he really wants to do so.
But compared to dealing with the people outside, dealing with this group of nobles is much easier.
There is no need to pay too much attention to one's words and deeds, nor to maintain a public image.
Even if there is an offense, the nobles will happily turn a blind eye.
Because they are the vested interests of the hierarchy, they tend to pay more attention to class levels than ordinary people.
For example, if Wei Mu said, "Since there are too many people to meet, I hope everyone can be more considerate."
They would definitely answer, "It is already a rare thing to be able to meet the governor, how dare we bother you too much."
So his meeting with the celebrities became the following:
"This is Mr. Derek Werner. His family provides the most Space Marine recruits in the world."
A professional canned food manufacturer, just like the Moore family.
"Hello, hello!"
"This is Mr. Scott Miner. His family is one of the best consortiums on the planet."
The sponsor of this celebration, the financier of the local government.
"Nice to meet you, nice to meet you!"
"And this one, Dorian Sears, is the Pope of this planet and the most loyal servant of the Emperor."
The local charlatan leader is like Walker Ma in my hometown.
"I have heard of you for a long time, I have heard of you for a long time!"
The director of the administrative department introduced the local celebrities to Wei Mu one by one, and the latter's attitude was at least coping, even if it was not perfunctory.
No matter how hard or tiring it is, it will only last for a while, just bear with it, he tried to warn himself.
But at some point, the scene in front of him gradually changed.
"This is Miss Rose from the Douglas family, under 20 years old, dignified and beautiful, virtuous and generous."
A girl was brought to Wei Mu, and the introduction was not about her status and ability, but her family background and personality.
Aristocratic ladies are usually tools for marriage alliances.
"Oh, it turns out to be Miss Rose, sorry, sorry, etc." Wei Mu suddenly realized that something was wrong.
"And this one, Karina Cartman, 25 years old, mature, elegant, and considerate."
Ju Yi did not stop, but continued to introduce another woman.
Not only them, Wei Mu looked over, and there was a long line behind the two women, with at least 50 or 60 people, all of whom were gorgeously dressed, young and beautiful ladies.
"No, what's going on?" The sudden change in the situation made Wei Mu no longer care about etiquette, and he pulled his administrative director to the side, "It was agreed that the work of the banquet was to get familiar with the local snakes, what the hell are you doing to me?"
"This is part of the socializing, sir, you must get used to it." Ju Yi replied calmly.
Knowing that Wei Mu was not born aristocrat, the other party's reaction at this time did not surprise him.
"What habit? Stop joking. Why do I have to go on a blind date when I attend a banquet?" Wei Mu protested dissatisfiedly.
"If it were just for ordinary imperial officials, we would naturally not interfere in this matter. However, when your status reaches the level of yours, marriage naturally becomes a part of politics." Ju Yi said seriously
"What do you mean?" Wei Mu felt something was wrong.
"The best way to curry favor with you is to cultivate offspring for you, sir." Ju Yi explained, "If your spouse's position is not occupied, countless people will have this idea. They will spare no effort to send their daughters to you, and related troubles will continue. This is just the beginning. Therefore, my suggestion is that you cooperate well and solve the problem of being single as soon as possible to get rid of trouble as soon as possible. This is the only way to deal with it-of course, if you are not a normal man, it is another matter."