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Chapter 1273 - Chapter 1273 Chapter Five Hundred Sixty-Five Sisters

Chapter 1273: Chapter Five Hundred Sixty-Five: Sisters Chapter 1273: Chapter Five Hundred Sixty-Five: Sisters The citizens of Chaochang who thought they were surely going to die were released and even given new jobs, which was to plaster notices all over the city.

Having experienced several changes in power, the residents of Chaochang felt that perhaps this time, the new ruler was somewhat different from the past.

If it had been the Xiang Family in power before, just being criticized was enough to warrant death, not to mention if curses were involved.

Apart from being uncompassionate and slightly brutal, this pride of Longxi did surpass others by a considerable margin in magnanimity.

Because of the appearance of this notice, the mindset of the Chaochang people inexplicably began to change, and even the criticisms behind the scenes became less.

Tang Yao couldn’t believe what he was seeing in front of him and went to ask Tang Luo, “Did you release the citizens and post the notices in order to win back the hearts of the people of Chaochang?”

“What?”

Caught off guard by the question, Tang Luo was confused.

“The citizens of Chaochang have changed their attitudes after seeing your notice. The curses and anger that were once unanimous are now somewhat restrained, and some even praise you for being magnanimous.”

“Oh.”

“How did you manage to do that?”

“Just be a villain that others are helpless against.”

“What do you mean?”

“The world is ignorant, they prefer a villain who does good deeds to a flawed good person.”

Tang Luo said indifferently, “Do you think they praise me because they truly admire me? No, it is simply because they fear me yet cannot do anything about it, so they can only try their best to accept me, exaggerating any bit of good into an enormous amount. If today it was a benevolent and earnest good person in power, just taking this bunch of troublemakers would be considered a grave sin, let alone receiving any praise for magnanimity.”

After hearing Tang Luo’s words, Tang Yao had a complex expression, carefully scrutinizing this younger member of his clan.

Although his stature was burly, unlike ordinary people, the traces of youth were still visible on his somewhat immature face.

A martial arts prodigy from a young age, where exactly did he learn to read people’s hearts so thoroughly, or was it possible that some are truly born with such knowledge?

Shaking his head to cast aside these impractical thoughts, Tang Yao brought up the most important matter of this visit, “The Liu and Chang families have been active in the shadows these days, and many local families from Chaochang have engaged in secret conversations with them. Though the specific contents of these clandestine talks are unknown, considering they took place after our entrance into the city, their intentions are clear as day, what do you think we should do about it?”

“You’re asking me this?”

Tang Luo pointed at himself, in disbelief, “You’re the one who has taken on the task of expanding Chaochang. I’ve already completed the tasks given by the clan leader, and the work to eliminate the plague is also nearing its end. Shouldn’t you be the one to fully take charge of the remaining tasks, as per the rules?”

The logic was sound, but the reality of the situation was starkly different from the theory. For minor matters, it might be fine, but if Tang Yao made a decision about such important issues without consulting Tang Luo, it would send unfriendly signals to outsiders, such as internal clan competition or sibling rivalry, and rumors would fly.

So even if Tang Yao didn’t like Tang Luo, he would still visit him every few days, both to show outsiders a united front and to show respect.

Now hearing Tang Luo speak like this, while there was some satisfaction, there was also an inexplicable feeling of being belittled, as if his words implied that Tang Yao couldn’t make up his own mind and was seeking Tang Luo’s advice.

“Now is a critical time for summer planting, the main key is to restore civilian life, and my approach is to prioritize appeasement, to show goodwill. After all, Chaochang cannot be managed by just one family. Therefore, I plan to convene a grand assembly, where I will honestly lay out the plan and distribute some of the benefits.”

“You already have an idea, so why come to ask me?”

“…I was wondering if you have anything else you need to supplement!”

“Aren’t you the genius hierarch who aced the political and economic exams at the clan school and dabbled in miscellaneous studies, agriculture, and metallurgy? Just do what you think is right. Why should I, a layman, add to the confusion?”

“…Your thoughts are very different from mine.”

“How are they different? Honestly, you don’t need to run to me every other day. It’s too time-consuming. While we’re not that close, no one can forge two Tang Clans from a single stroke. I know you’re also doing this for everyone, and although our methods might differ, it doesn’t mean there will be any conflict or internal strife. So don’t worry that I’ll trip you up because I feel neglected. Just focus on farming, and you’ll be fine.”

Running over every other day with a well-rounded plan indicates that the other party is merely taking into account one’s feelings.

However, Tang Luo didn’t value such formalities; he found them cumbersome. He didn’t need so much presence, nor did he have the time to spare for trifles.

After all, his time was precious. Apart from seeking in the vast ocean of martial arts, he also needed to live a happy life with Yun Xiu. There was no surplus to share.

Seeing Tang Luo’s simple and calm demeanor, Tang Yao smiled wryly, thinking to himself that he had made things overly complicated.

…

Lower City District, Eastern area

Quarantine Zone One (Formerly the East Market Stalls)

In the bed of the Heavenly Maiden Chaochang lay a diminutive girl, curled up in a ball under the blankets.

Unconscious, she still whimpers and cries out as if enduring unimaginable pain, something that would surely cause any normal person having such nightmares to toss and turn.

But the young girl lay still as a walking corpse, only her body twitching, the fetal position of her slumber never changing.

Yun Xiu, standing by the bed, wanted to touch Su Yun’s face but retracted her hand.

Yet the movement of the air stirred the sleeping maid awake, but she didn’t open her eyes. Only after the surroundings grew quiet enough to ensure her safety did she slowly open her eyes.

What came into view was her own mistress’s face. The young girl burst into tears with a “wah” and threw herself into the woman’s arms.

“It’s okay, it’s all over now. Let it all out.”

Holding the gaunt girl, Yun Xiu’s eyes felt sore as she gently patted the back of the maid in her arms, “You’ve made it through. As long as you’re alive, everything will get better, I promise.”

The maid, snuggled up in her mistress’s embrace, sobbed even louder. The mistress, softly comforting her, naturally failed to see the distorted expression and the resentment in the eyes of the face hidden in her bosom.

Su Yun woke up, and by Chaochang’s side appeared a little tail. The Heavenly Maiden told the people of the quarantine zone that her name was Su Yun, her sister, and everyone should call her Missy.

The two were inseparable, even sleeping together at night. Whenever people saw them, they could always find pity in Yun Xiu’s eyes.

Indeed, if one’s own lovely sister contracted the plague and nearly died, they would also feel such pity.

People seemed to understand Yun Xiu’s tender love for Su Yun, but also felt an indescribable sense of reluctance because ever since Su Yun arrived, the Heavenly Maiden seemed ready to leave.

She met with every administrator in the quarantine zone, put everything in order, and explained that she was going to leave.