The sun shone brightly, and the seawater was a clear blue. The fine white sand flickered with golden light under the sunlight. The White Golden Beach lived up to its name.
Close to a hundred nobles and their families who accepted Duke Gammus' invitation happily played on the beach and in the seawater. For Duke Fisablun and the three dukes from the central plains, this was a new experience. They had never played at the beach like this before. Although they had seen the sea before, it was their first time standing in waist-deep water. They even scooped up some seawater and tasted it before spitting it out in disgust, laughing loudly …
There were many awnings made of white silk on the White Golden Beach. There were semi-enclosed changing rooms and washrooms for the ladies, as well as a sunshade that looked like a pavilion. Laurist was lying under such a canopy. Beneath him was a legless rattan chair that was placed directly on the beach. There were a few delicacies, fruits, and desserts beside him, as well as a few bottles of wine. Lazily sitting on the beach, enjoying the refreshing sea breeze and the meticulous service of a few pretty maids, Laurist's mood was exceptionally relaxed, and he felt very satisfied.
Duke Gammus walked to Laurist's side and sat down. He casually picked up a bottle of fruit wine and drank half of it in one gulp. He then grabbed a handful of sand and let it slip through the gaps between his fingers, "Some people once thought that the sand of the White Golden Beach contained gold, which was why it glowed under the sun. These people thought of many ways to extract the gold from the sand, but no one succeeded. I think these people who want to find gold in the sand are fools. This White Golden Beach is indeed a gold mine, but they used the wrong method …
"This is the only beautiful beach on the cursed northern coastline, and it's a popular summer resort. As long as the nobles in the north know of this place, the nobles who come every summer will bring us a steady flow of gold coins. I've already invested nearly two million gold coins here to improve the facilities and services here. Do you think there's anything that needs to be improved? "
Laurist glanced at Duke Gammus, who had a smug expression on his face, and replied lazily, "From the aspect of living, what you've done is perfect. The palace-garden-like villa that you've spent a lot of money to build gets full marks. The food wasn't bad, but you didn't know how to adapt to the local conditions. Basically, all of the ingredients you ate were transported from outside. You forgot the simple principle of living off the mountains and living off the sea. Eating freshly roasted or cooked seafood at the Platinum Beach was also an important factor that attracted nobles and merchants to visit.
In addition, you haven't done enough in this regard. There's still quite a distance from the villa to the beach. Your carriage is still traditional and old-fashioned, which doesn't match the scenery here. I would advise you to make some light, open carriages, painted in bright colours, and covered with silk awnings. That would suit the occasion.
Alternatively, you could build a shaded corridor from the villa to the beach and use grapes or other plants and fruits as decorations to shade the beach from the sun. You could also set up a few small shops selling beach souvenirs, such as seashells or some precious conches. You could also set up a few small drink stalls to avoid the monotony along the way.
"Furthermore, you might have overlooked the most important point. Summer vacation at the Platinum Beach should be a favorite for women and children. For men, it's just a novelty. If you want to attract a large number of nobles here every summer, you should focus on the families of these nobles. It's hard for nobles to find free time, but their families have plenty of leisure time. Just like me, I don't know if I'll have the time to come here next year. But Sylvia and the others had a lot of fun here, and I believe they'll want to come again next year … "
Laurist pointed at Princess Sylvia's group in the distance. She, her three concubines, and her maids were having so much fun that they'd forgotten themselves. They'd dug a large hole in the beach and used the sand to make sculptures. It seemed like they were quite accomplished. Even Laurist's precious three-year-old son was left in Anna's care. Anna looked at her seven-year-old son, Walderbell, and his little brother, Anderbell, as they caught small crabs on the beach. Anna turned back to look at Princess Sylvia and the others playing with sand sculptures. She looked like she wanted to join in.
"From the women's and children's point of view, your Platinum Beach doesn't seem to have any recreational facilities for them. For example, you could build some swings or slides in the shallow sea. I've heard from the fishermen that there's a type of dolphin that's very friendly with humans. They'll even save those who've fallen into the water. Perhaps you could get someone to domesticate a few of them and place them here. At the same time, you'll need to build a handrail that extends from the beach to the sea … "
"Why would I build that?" Duke Kempis was stunned.
"Are you stupid?" Laurist looked at him as if he was a dead man. Duke Kempis lowered his head in shame. "Didn't you notice that people who play on the beach rarely go into the water? At most, the water reaches their thighs, and they don't dare to go any further. That's because the sea is so wide, and it makes them feel helpless and fearful. No one is willing to learn from the female swimming instructors you've prepared. That's why I want you to build a handrail that extends into the sea. This will give those people a sense of security, and they won't have to worry about going deeper into the sea. This is a psychological problem. Of course, safety needs to be ensured as well … "
Duke Kempis's face turned red. He thought that he had thought it through thoroughly, but Laurist had pointed out many flaws in his plan. More importantly, Laurist's words were very reasonable. "I'll get someone to do it immediately. Even if it's done overnight, I'll get it done. Is there anything else I need to take note of? "
Laurist gave a thumbs up and pointed at the maids beside him. "And them. Don't you think there's something wrong with their clothes?"
"Hmm?" Duke Kempis looked at the maids suspiciously. "No, they're all wearing traditional maid clothes. Don't you think they're sexy?"
Duke Kempis's face lit up with understanding. "What, you're interested in them? Don't worry, you can do them right now. Do you need me to get you a curtain to cover you? "
"Screw you …" Laurist was amused by Duke Kempis. He grabbed a strawberry and threw it at his head. "Do you think I'm like you? Like a male dog in heat. I'm being serious. Even though they're wearing maid clothes, don't you think it doesn't fit the scene on the platinum beach? The people who come here to play are like you and me, only wearing shorts and bare torsos. The women over there are also wearing underwear and some of the children are even bare-bottomed. But don't these maids who are wearing traditional long dresses and aprons in front of their chests look a little too formal compared to the people who come to play? "
Duke Kempis wiped the strawberry juice off his head and nodded seriously. "You're right. Now that you mention it, I think it's a little too formal. It's not like we're hosting a banquet or something … Why don't we just let them strip naked? Who knows, it might attract more nobles …"
"Bastard, do you want to host a naked party? Why don't you think about how many women and children there are? I'm saying we should let them wear more skimpy clothes and blend into the scenery of the platinum beach. Or at least become part of the scenery here, "Laurist scolded.
"But, but how do we make the maids part of the scenery …" Duke Kempis thought hard. "Let's wear more skimpy clothes. Maybe we should add some light muslin. I remember when I went to the imperial capital, and the maids at the Carnival of Queen Kerry were all dressed like that …"
"Get me a pencil and white paper." Laurist could not be bothered to explain to Kempis, whose brain was filled with perverted thoughts. He took the pencil and paper and quickly drew out a few bikini designs. There was a three-point style, a split style, and a one-piece style.
Duke Kempis' eyes lit up. "Wonderful. Hanging up these pieces of cloth will not only cover their privacy, but also increase their allure and allure. Looks like you've hidden it well …"
Duke Kempis gave Laurist a knowing look. "I'll get the tailor to rush it out immediately."
Laurist did not know whether to laugh or cry, but he did not bother to retort. "Use the same fabric to make the same style for the maids. The ladies of the nobles are usually more conservative. Use good silk to make the one-piece swimsuit that only reveals the calves and forearms. It's best if the color and pattern are different, so it'll be easier for them to play in the water …"
Duke Kempis could not wait to grab the drawing of the bikini swimsuit and turned to leave. After taking two steps, he turned back and asked, "Wh- What should this be called?"
"Kempis swimsuit …" Laurist waved his hand. He would let this guy have the limelight that would cause a sensation. After all, he was already infamous for his philandering …
The next day, when the maids wore the bikinis that were made overnight, it caused a sensation among the nobles and their families. Many nobles looked at the maids who were wearing the bikinis, feeling ashamed and awkward. If it weren't for their wives and children, they might have pounced on one of the maids and done it with her. Laurist, on the other hand, was very proud of himself. The sun, the beach, and the beauties in bikinis. This was the normal way to spend a vacation.
On the way back, Laurist found that many of the nobles' naked upper bodies were bruised by their jealous wives, and he could not help but snicker. He was slightly better off, but Princess Silvia stayed by his side for the whole day and refused to let the maids serve Laurist.
On the third day, Princess Silvia and Laurist's four concubines finally mustered up the courage to change into the one-piece swimsuits that Duke Kempis had sent and head to Platinum Beach. When they arrived, they found that most of the nobles' families had changed into the swimsuits as well. Some of the more daring ones even revealed their entire arms and legs …
Yes, this is normal. Laurist's heart was filled with a sense of accomplishment. He had been tortured by Princess Silvia and the four concubines last night, and his energy had been depleted. Thus, he decided to take a nap first. While he was basking in the sun, he heard hurried footsteps rushing towards him. "Your Highness, Your Highness, wake up!"
"What's wrong?" Laurist was a little impatient. Hadn't he just fallen asleep …
"His Majesty is here. Duke Kempis wants you to go and welcome him …"
"Oh? Didn't Kempis invite him? Didn't the second prince say that he would not come if he had no time? Why is he here now? " Laurist crawled up and wiped his face. He then signaled for the maid beside him to bring a basin of water and pour it over his head to wake himself up. Then, he said to the guard, who did not dare to raise his head because of the small cloth hanging on his body, "Lead the way, let's go."
Laurist stood at the entrance of the palace-style garden villa in front of Platinum Beach, waiting for the arrival of the second prince. Standing beside him were Duke Fisablun, Duke Şahin, Duke Filim, Duke Forendor, Duke Hansk, and Duke Sabaji. There were also dozens of marquises and counts. Basically, all the nobles who were invited by Duke Kempis to the Platinum Beach had received news of the second prince's arrival and had rushed over to welcome him. As the host, Duke Kempis had gone to welcome him.
Laurist did not want to wear formal attire and wait at the entrance like the other nobles. He was not afraid of sweating if he dressed so neatly in such hot weather. He casually stood there in a pair of shorts, a large towel draped over his body, and a pair of vine slippers. For a moment, he became the oddity of the nobles behind him, and was the center of attention.
Duke Fisablun stood beside Laurist and turned to look at him from time to time. Laurist glared at him. "Why do you keep looking at me?"
The duke pointed at the towel on Laurist's body. "Don't you think this is too rude? No matter what, he is our king. You have to give him some face. "
Laurist was especially angry. "I didn't ask him to come. He made us wait for him under the hot sun for half a day. We are here to have fun, so why are you all dressed so neatly? If we are discussing national affairs, then don't stay here! Really, can't you let us have a leisurely holiday? "
Duke Fisablun laughed involuntarily. "What you said makes sense. I actually have nothing to say …"
Fortunately, not long after, the rumbling of hooves could be heard from afar. The second prince, accompanied by Duke Kempis, galloped over with nearly a hundred guards. When they got closer, the second prince was a little dumbfounded when he saw Laurist's skimpy outfit. "Locke, what's going on?"
"Your Majesty, we are on a holiday. If we don't wear this on the beach, what else can we wear? Anyway, I have to go back to the beach after welcoming you, so I might as well not wear any formal attire. I don't want to be like these old fogeys and get a rash all over their bodies … "Laurist bowed and answered confidently.
"Uh …" The second prince was stunned for a moment, and then burst into laughter. He swung his stirrup and dismounted, opening his arms to hug Laurist. Then, he began to take off his vest and cloak, followed by his clothes, pants, and boots …
"Your Majesty, what are you doing?" Duke Kempis, the nobles, and the guards were all dumbfounded. What was His Majesty doing?
"Locke is right. Of course, we have to take off our clothes when we are on the beach. Hmm, Duke Kempis, give me a pair of slippers and a bath towel …" The second prince pointed at the slippers on Laurist's feet and the bath towel draped over him.
"Yes, Your Majesty, send them over immediately." Duke Kempis hurriedly ordered his attendants to get the slippers and bath towels. The nobles also began to take off their formal attire. Nonsense, His Majesty had already stripped down to his shorts, why were they still dressed so neatly …
"Come, Brother Locke, bring me to the beach. The platinum beach here is famous throughout the empire, but I have never been here …" The second prince's attitude towards Laurist was extremely intimate, like a brother. This made the nobles behind him very envious.
But Laurist sighed inwardly. What was the saying in my previous life? Those who show courtesy must have a request. It seemed like this second prince was planning something again.
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