Richest Man: Divine-Grade Reconstruct System Chapter 1258 - 1140: Unlimited Meat! (Part 2)

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Previously on Richest Man: Divine-Grade Reconstruct System...
Lin Yi announced several unprecedented decrees, including tax exemptions for the people and the establishment of Royal Academies offering nine years of compulsory, free education. These policies, made possible by the country's newfound commercial wealth, were met with overwhelming joy and gratitude from the citizens. Newspapers were swiftly distributed to spread the news throughout the allied nations.

They must convey this message to every citizen.

Currently, the three countries have merged together, and are collectively known as Dayou.

Of course, although collectively known as Dayou, there is still a distinction between the old Dayou people and the new Dayou people.

These are naturally tangential topics, we only focus on this grand wedding at this moment.

It must be said, the rituals are truly complex, if it weren’t for the officials from the Ministry of Rites presiding, Lin Yi would have been completely disoriented by now.

He even forgot the countless minutiae he had experienced.

One could say there was not a moment of peace, including Xiao Zihan beside him, who was also overwhelmed by the various ceremonies.

However, while they felt dizzy, the citizens and officials of Dayou were indeed very excited, after all, they were participants throughout the whole process, experiencing the joyous atmosphere.

Especially when Lin Yi and Xiao Zihan distributed red envelopes to the populace, which brought great joy to everyone.

Indeed, this segment was also arranged by Lin Yi, as he hails from future generations.

Although the wedding was entirely traditional Chinese, the distribution of red envelopes was a symbol of happiness, so he naturally retained it.

Of course, these red envelopes did not merely contain silver coins, but also many peculiar items.

For example, vouchers, and naturally, the current vouchers are not like the Lamborghini ten-yuan vouchers of future days.

The vouchers Lin Yi distributed now were entirely gift cards; holding them meant you could claim corresponding items from the Royal Trading Company without any additional cost.

Moreover, during the distribution process, Lin Yi and Xiao Zihan flew into the sky to scatter them towards the ground.

While there was significant chaos during the scramble for the red envelopes below, due to Lin Yi’s might, no one dared to be too reckless; though excitedly crowding together, no stampedes occurred.

This was also due to Lin Yi’s prior arrangements, with people assigned to guide the crowd.

Thus, after a whole morning of rituals, from dawn till noon, things finally settled.

After the universal celebration and announcement of the rites, they proceeded to the dining segment.

All those who worked hard throughout the day felt the pangs of hunger by now.

Including Lin Yi and Xiao Zihan, they exchanged glances, each recognizing the tiredness in the other’s eyes.

Upon hearing about the banquet, they couldn’t help but smile at each other.

Having been busy nearly all day, they could finally eat.

And speaking of this banquet, it must be said, when the ceremonial officer announced the national banquet, immediately, a group of people and horses rushed out of the Imperial Palace onto Vermilion Bird Street.

Before long, Vermilion Bird Street was completely cleared.

Moreover, as Vermilion Bird Street was cleared, many people began bringing in numerous large tables from both sides.

These tables were enormous and could quickly connect with each other.

In no time, long tables stretched infinitely along both sides of Vermilion Bird Street.

Naturally, these tables were specially prepared, customized to connect together seamlessly.

Furthermore, a fixed pin nailed into Vermilion Bird Street’s sturdy ground every so often stabilized the tables, rendering them immovable even when dismantled.

This wasn’t all; as the tables appeared, dozens of carriages started proceeding slowly from the Imperial Palace to the street’s end.

Moreover, people guarded the sides of these carriages, constantly taking items from them and placing them on the tables.

As the carriages drew closer to the crowd, they realized the carriages were filled with delicious dishes.

Most of it was meat, various kinds of meat.

This scene made the surrounding citizens swallow their saliva constantly.

As the food was placed on those long tables, the strong aroma spread throughout the Capital City.

The dishes were incredibly aromatic, enticing people to stare intently at the meat dishes and swallow continuously.

Though Dayou citizens were prosperous now, many having money due to Lin Yi’s development of industry, allowing occasional meat consumption.

But don’t forget, that despite having some wealth, meat wasn’t as abundant as in the future, with farms aplenty to supply each citizen.

As people gained wealth, they shockingly found fewer domesticated animals, even with money many couldn’t buy more.

So now, seeing meat piled like small mountains, how could one not be tempted? How could one not salivate?

Especially young children, salivating as their big eyes blink at the tasty meat.

Without adults holding them back, they might have rushed to feast already.

The street was long, yet the people’s efficiency was remarkable.

In less than half an hour, they filled both sides’ tables with various meats.

At this moment, Lin Yi waved from atop a high platform, shouting loudly:

"Today is joyful, I rejoice with you, I invite you all to eat meat.

I declare from today onward, a continuous three-day banquet on Vermilion Bird Street!

All Dayou citizens, all Dayou subjects may eat and drink freely here!"

Upon these words, the crowd fiercely stirred up.

They looked at each other in excitement, instantly uproarious.

They guessed the purpose of these meats, contemplating if they were for eating, but dismissed the idea.

They were mere commoners, though having received many red envelopes from His Majesty, couldn’t fathom these delicious dishes were for them, the lowest rank.

Yet now, His Majesty personally announced the words; these foods were indeed for them to enjoy, how could they not be thrilled?

Many hadn’t eaten meat for ages, and seeing the meat made their throats move intensely.

Without guards, they’d have lunged forward by now.

At this moment, as they could hardly control their salivation, Lin Yi’s voice resonated again, echoing in everyone’s ears:

"However, I must state upfront, today is a day of great joy and excitement, so I wish not to see any negativity.

Thus, everyone must maintain order, I assure you, everyone will taste meat, everyone will be satisfied."

[To be continued...]