C11 Long-term Strategy
"Father!" How is the business negotiation going? " In the barrel behind the curtain, Jun'er was soaking in water while Lin Xiaoxun sat on the carpet outside. A detailed map laid in front of him.
"Father?!" Jun'er, who didn't get a reply, once again shouted from the side of the vat.
"Hmm?" Lin Xiaoxun answered without thinking too much. His line of sight never left the map that had been marked. The more he marked, the less hope there would be. This made him frown.
"What are you doing?" Jun'er, who was obviously being perfunctory, lifted the curtain and looked at Lin Xiaoxun, who had his back to her. Before she could see clearly, she was hit on the arm by a small stone.
"Wash well!" Lin Xiaoxun shouted without turning his head, listening to Jun'er make a face.
At the same time, the figure that appeared at the door made a simple gesture and quickly disappeared. Lin Xiaoxun also put away the map and stood up.
"I'm going out for a bit. After you wash up, wait here. Don't run around." As Lin Xiaoxun said this, he walked out. When Jun'er opened the curtain, she only had enough time to see the other party's leaving figure as well as the curtain that was flung down.
Jun'er, who was muttering something in her mouth, lowered the curtain and buried herself in the water. After washing off the filth on her body, her snow-white skin was so soft that it could be broken by the blowing of the wind, causing one to be unable to shift their gaze away.
As she was happily washing, Jun'er suddenly thought of something and turned around to lie on the other side of the wooden barrel. She took out the exquisite jade pendant from her pile of dirty clothes and looked at it with a frown.
What kind of land was this? A land filled with grievances and Bi'an? According to that person, it was not a bad thing. However, registration was a big problem. What should he do next?
Jun'er thought to herself as she untied the rope and hung the jade pendant around her neck.
He had to think about this carefully.
"General!" Duan Lee, who was hiding in the dark, shouted after Lin Xiaoxun walked closer.
"What's wrong?" Lin Xiaoxun frowned in confusion. He didn't understand why Duan Lee would call him here so easily. When Duan Lee told him the whole story, Lin Xiaoxun couldn't help but open his eyes in surprise.
"What did you say?" Even Lin Xiaoxun was unable to control the wavering expression on his face.
"Because the other party has guards by their side, I did not dare to approach them." Duan Lee said regretfully.
"What about those people? "Did you recognize him?" Lin Xiaoxun's expression changed slightly and he sounded a bit nervous.
"You won't be able to recognize him, right?" Hearing Lin Xiaoxun's words, Duan Lee looked at the other party suspiciously, not knowing why the other party would ask such a question.
That's right! It was impossible. Lin Xiaoxun let out a sigh of relief after calming down. After a while, he finally looked up and asked Duan Lee.
"Do you know what they said?"
"He couldn't get close, so I don't know what he said." Although it was regretful, it was still better than rashly approaching and being noticed by others. Duan Lee thought in his heart, and Lin Xiaoxun naturally understood as well.
"I got it. After we're done here, we'll leave immediately." Lin Xiaoxun said firmly.
"Aren't you going to stay a few more days? "What if the person we're looking for …!" Duan Lee stared at Lin Xiaoxun, unwilling to give up. In the end, he was interrupted by the other party, who shook his head.
"I can't take such a risk. Rather than letting Jun'er and those other people have a chance to get involved, I'd rather give up on this opportunity. Although it was an opportunity, after being disappointed so many times, who could guarantee that they would do as they wished this time? Rather than that, it was better to protect the safety of the people around him first.
Hearing Lin Xiaoxun's words, Duan Lee was unable to say that they had a good opinion of each other. He could only look at the other party for a while and then silently nod his head.
"I know, I will leave behind the same mark as before. If I am lucky, I might be discovered. No matter how bad my luck is, I can only start over from the beginning." Duan Lee said as he glanced at Lin Xiaoxun.
"Go!" As Lin Xiaoxun waved, Duan Lee disappeared into the shadows.
It was already late in the night and the moon was shining brightly in the sky. The bonfire in the camp was swaying gently. It was quite lively along with everyone's laughter. When Lin Xiaoxun returned to the camp, everyone was already drinking.
"Father!" What took you so long? " Jun'er, who was wearing a fur coat, ran over with a smile when she saw Lin Xiaoxun.
"I did something." "Yes." Lin Xiaoxun answered and was pulled by Jun'er to sit on a blanket in the crowd.
"Merchant Lin, here!" Someone saw Lin Xiaoxun appear and poured him a big bowl of wine. Even though he had a strong throat, it would be warm if he drank it all in winter. The main point was that the price wasn't that expensive.
"Father!" From what Uncle Zhang and the others said, this time we've earned even more than last time. Next year, even if we have more than enough contribution points, it's more than enough! " As if she was infected by everyone's happiness, Jun'er smiled with a blush on her face. She didn't forget to scoop a bowl of soup for Lin Xiaoxun.
"That's right. Although I didn't make it back for the new year, this trip was worth it!" The merchant on the side said with a grin. He was very satisfied with this result.
"Why don't you come back next year! "There's nothing to worry about if this goes on!" A year is better than a year, and that is better than anything to be happy about.
"Do you really think that we just happened to meet a new City Lord in power this time? Otherwise, how could something so good happen?" Someone could not resist pouring cold water on them.
"What's that?" Aren't there seven other cities? One per year is enough. " Someone said, not caring about the big issue.
"Think about it. If it wasn't for the new City Lord's ability in Yazi City, do you think things would go so smoothly? I'm afraid that you have already followed the footsteps of your Jiaotu. " Someone said with a snort.
"Exactly, when the flames of war start again, I wonder how many people will be like us!" When that time came, forget about earning money, whether or not they would even have the chance to get a single bite of food was a problem.
"Then they deserved it. How did they treat us back then? Even if that day ever comes, they will not be wronged. "
"That's right!"
Before he knew it, the topic became a bit biased. The cynicism became more and more intense. Lin Xiaoxun frowned more and more as he watched. Before he could open his mouth, Jun'er had already shouted loudly.
"What kind of person is that new City Lord? To make you all talk about him so much? " Jun'er changed the topic and looked at the crowd, her eyes full of curiosity.
"Are you talking about that Young Master Ya?" Some people looked back at Jun'er.
"Young Master Ya?" Jun'er tilted her head with suspicion and frowned.
"The new City Lord of Yazi City! They call him Young Master Ya. I heard that he has a jade-like face, is extremely handsome, and is extremely talented.
Everyone started talking at once. Some were envious, some were jealous, and most were just gossiping. Jun'er was listening quietly and didn't notice Lin Xiaoxun's measuring gaze.
That night, Jun'er heard many things about the new city master of the Yazi City. She thought that such people could only be found in the heavens, if she was able to see them, how lucky would she be!
Before Jun'er could make up her mind, the day when the new city lord took his place, the day was already bright. Jun'er was awakened by the bustling noise and walked out the door in a daze, her eyes wide open as she saw what was happening in front of her.
"Father?" What are you doing? " Jun'er ran to Lin Xiaoxun's side and shouted as she watched him busy himself.
"Get ready to go back." Lin Xiaoxun said.
"What?!" Today was the day the new City Lord ascended the throne, did they return just like that? Aren't you going to watch the show?
Lin Xiaoxun didn't say anything and brushed his hand over Jun'er's head. Then, he turned around and started to explain to everyone.
"What is it? Why is it so sudden? " Jun'er stomped her feet as she came back to her senses. Then, she chased after Lin Xiaoxun, who was walking further away. In the end, she was unable to change the truth.
Due to their identity as refugees, they were not allowed to enter the city, so the liveliness of the city was destined to have nothing to do with them. Rather than staying here, it would be better to leave as soon as possible.
Aside from Jun'er, no one else had any objections to returning, so they quickly packed and set out on their way home. This made Jun'er sit on the top of the carriage with unwillingness in her heart, and she silently sighed as she watched the Yazi City grow further and further away.
At the same time, Young Master Leng Jun, who was in the tavern, put on the embroidered clothing that he had brought. At the same time, Young Master Leng Jun, who was in the tavern, wore the embroidered clothing that he had brought,
"Gongzi, why did you bring that Mechanical Box along?"
"Can't I bring it?" Young Master Leng Jun tidied up his clothes and walked out of the room.
"You aren't thinking of using it to get Master Ya to explain it to you, are you?" He had been thinking about how to open it these past two days. Had he finally given up? Liu Ao thought in his heart.
"You're thinking too much." Young Master Leng Jun came downstairs and jumped on his horse.
"Then you …?" Before Liu Ao could finish his sentence, the Young Master had already shouted and left on his horse. Liu Ao immediately jumped on his horse and chased after him.
Since he didn't want them to be unlocked, why should he carry them around with him? Is it that important? Unable to understand what was going on, Liu Ao shouted loudly and followed closely behind Young Master Leng Jun, passing through the city gate which was tall with Imperial City.
During today's grand ceremony, the Imperial City of the Profound Practitioners were unusually lively. Only until the last piece of clothing with a Nine-tailed Fox embroidered on it was draped over his shoulders did he slowly turn around to look at the guards beside him.
"Where are the items?" Shan Yin, who was at the side, had already understood what was going on and passed the pendant to Ye Zichen. Previously, when he came back from the mountain, he had sent someone to take care of it. Now, it was a unique accessory.
"M …" "Master, is it appropriate to bring this item to an occasion like this?" Shan Yin couldn't help but look at him.
Although that crystal was beautifully crafted and carried on the body, it would not be a disgrace to carry it. However, in today's days, why would he be obsessed with it?
"No matter, I can just remind you of the difficulties you have faced today." He gently brushed the crystal at his waist. That ice-cold sensation was just like what he had experienced these two days.
"Master, it's time." A shout came from outside the hall, and the two people inside couldn't help but look at each other.
"Let's go!" In the next moment, that slender figure walked out with her head held high and her chest held high, as she gently pulled at the Nine-Tailed Fox Tattooed Robe.
On that day, the new city lord of the Yazi City successfully ascended to the position, and no one paid attention to the sounds of fighting coming from the inner palace courtyard, nor did anyone pay any attention to the tigers eyeing the stage below. Only the handsome man standing in the great hall, holding onto the crystal at his waist, announced to the world.
The new generation had arrived.