I Slay Gods and Demons in the Deceit Night
Chapter 349 - 244 Three Things! No Negotiation!_2

Chapter 349: Chapter 244 Three Things! No Negotiation!_2

Mr. Lu heard the words and stroked his beard with a smile, "Inspection Envoy Wu Chang has an extraordinary friendship with this old man, and he has always held tremendous reverence for the Holy Land."

"Previously, when the Holy Land established the laws, they were passed to Qifeng Prefecture, then to High Willow City."

"It was none other than Inspection Envoy Wu Chang who strictly monitored the enforcement of the laws, truly the most law-abiding person in High Willow City!"

With Mr. Lu’s words, within High Willow City, whether it was the staff of the City Guard Mansion or Lin Lei and Lv Tang, all had complex expressions on their faces.

"Indeed, it seems to be the case."

The Great City Guard stroked his beard and chuckled, saying, "It is said that when the new laws were first established, our City Guard Mansion was lax in its control. There were several patrol envoys who violated the new laws, assaulting suspects... It was all reprimanded by Inspection Envoy Wu Chang!"

Lv Tang’s expression grew even more complicated, turning his head away, unable to listen any longer.

When Mr. Lu first met Wu Chang, he had transferred Wu Chang’s dossier from the Outer South Bureau.

Before Wu Chang was promoted to Flag Commander of Linjiang Station, he assisted the patrol envoys in handling cases, and in just over a year, he executed more than a hundred suspects.

Beating suspects is a crime against the law for those who know it.

However, if a suspect resists arrest and is put down on the spot, it is in accordance with the regulations.

This is the law-abiding under the style of Wu Chang’s actions!

"So, speaking of which, should we also thank Inspection Envoy Wu Chang for upholding the face of our Holy Land?"

The thirteenth young lord snickered and said, "People say that High Willow City is not as prosperous as Qifeng Prefecture City, but it seems that the skill of turning black into white is still surpassing!"

"Young master, do not be disrespectful, lest you give others a handle!"

The Chief True Man waved his hand and then looked at the Great City Guard, speaking out, "Let’s not talk about idle matters for now. The reason for my visit today must already be known to High Willow City."

On his aged face, he showed a trace of indifference and said, "Actually, there’s nothing much, just those three matters!"

The Great City Guard’s expression turned increasingly cold: "Of these three matters, I cannot comprehend any, and neither does Mr. Lu yet. Please, Chief True Man, enlighten me personally!"

"Very well."

The Chief True Man glanced over, looking at Mr. Lu, and said, "I heard that Great City Guard has made an error in his cultivation, with a risk of losing control. Seeing him today seems to confirm it. Brother Lu, you have probably noticed it as well."

Mr. Lu frowned slightly and nodded, saying, "The Great City Guard is indeed in a poor state."

"High Willow City is at a crucial time of new city expansion, involving the livelihood of thousands from the Human Clan, no mistakes can be tolerated."

The Chief True Man spoke slowly, "After consultations between the Holy Land and Qifeng City Guardian Mansion, a person has already been selected as the Deputy City Guard of High Willow City, responsible for assisting the Great City Guard in handling various affairs!"

"My name is Fu Shi, formerly a senior elder under the sixth lineage of the Holy Land, now appointed as the Deputy City Guard of High Willow City. I have the appointment document here, please review it."

Just at that moment, an elder stepped forth from behind the thirteenth young lord.

He appeared to be in his early sixties, grey-haired, he slightly bowed and showed a smile.

The atmosphere in the place grew heavy.

Especially for the City Captain in charge of the military forces, as well as the other two Deputy City Guards, their expressions were extremely unsightly.

The appointment of a Deputy City Guard from above was not unusual.

But an additional clause stating "responsible for assisting the Great City Guard in handling various affairs" was included!

This clearly indicated that this person’s position in the City Guard Mansion would outrank the other two Deputy City Guards.

Should the Great City Guard enter seclusion, this person could directly take over the affairs of the Great City Guard!

And if something were to happen to the current Great City Guard, whether it be a loss of control, death, or abdication... then this person would become the next Great City Guard!

Now, the City Captain and the two Deputy City Guards had no qualifying claim to compete for the position!

"So the first matter is setting the position of the next Great City Guard?"

Mr. Lu nodded slightly and said, "The current Great City Guard, along with the senior officials of the City Guard Mansion, are all here. I am merely a witness. As for the details, it’s for them to discuss."

The Great City Guard laughed, but did not engage in the conversation.

Actually, the Holy Land had already given him enough face.

In the future, he would still be the Great City Guard of High Willow City.

But the selection of the next Great City Guard was no longer up to the current Great City Guard to nominate a candidate.

"The second matter pertains to the new Commander of the Observatory, whose appointment has already been reported to Qifeng Prefecture."

The Chief True Man looked towards Lin Yan and slowly said, "The current Commander, having suffered an amputation, is on the verge of losing control, his intelligence compromised, unable to discern clearly, therefore... all of his nominated selections have been rejected!"

Another elder from the Holy Land emerged, smiling slightly and looking at Lin Yan.

"My name is Xu Jie, a senior elder of the sixth lineage of the Holy Land, appointed as the Supreme Commander of the Qifeng Prefecture Sky Observation Bureau, ordered to assist the current Commander of High Willow City."

"So, you are the next Commander of the Observatory?"

Lin Yan’s brows rose as he said, "The Observatory is responsible for monitoring the entire city, especially the City Guard Mansion! You two hail from the sixth vein of the Holy Land. How could there be any real surveillance in the future?"

"This decision was discussed within the great hall of the Holy Land and has already been approved by the Saint Master."

Chief True Man said slowly, "Wu Chang, when it comes to the decrees of the Holy Land, you must speak and act with caution!"

Lin Yan remained expressionless but did not reply.

Then they heard the Chief True Man begin to speak of the third matter.

"The matter of the new city’s expansion originated from the will of the Holy Land, and now the expansion is on the right track."

"It is also heard that High Willow City has recently suffered significant losses and a substantial drop in population."

"Within the Holy Land, with our thriving population, we are willing to relocate thirty-eight thousand people to bolster the insufficient population of High Willow City."

Upon hearing this, the atmosphere in the room grew even more subdued.

Next, the Great City Guard spoke up slowly, "Although the expansion of the new city is led by the City Guard Mansion, it will be overseen by Wu Chang, the Inspection Envoy... Inspection Envoy Wu Chang, what are your thoughts?"

"Good!"

After contemplating for a moment, Lin Yan nodded and said, "There is no need to report this matter to the Observatory. I can make this decision, it’s approved!"

The people of the Holy Land were all astounded upon hearing this.

They had thought this fellow, with his youthful vigor, would be especially troublesome.

Yet unexpectedly, he was only pertinacious about minor etiquette; under significant matters, he actually had a good deal of decisiveness.

Even the Chief True Man nodded slightly.

The icy intent in the Thirteenth Young Master’s eyes also lessened considerably.

The Great City Guard was remarkably surprised; he had not expected Wu Chang to agree so readily.

However, on Mr. Lu’s side, both Lin Lei and Lv Tang couldn’t help but show a strange look on their faces.

Then they heard Lin Yan’s voice rise again.

"However, within this month, the Holy Land must ensure that the people arrive to assist with the new city’s expansion," he said.

"Once the new city’s expansion is completed, those who contributed will be rewarded and appointed residency."

"The greater the contribution, the closer to the inner city—and the safer."

As Lin Yan continued to speak, he added, "However, given the limited resources in High Willow City, those arriving from the Holy Land must pay a sum of Silver Taels for their clothing, food, shelter, and transportation!"

"..."

The atmosphere in the courtyard became tense once more.

The Thirteenth Young Master’s face turned iron blue, and he was about to step forward.

But he was held back by two elders who shook their heads at him.

Then they saw the Chief True Man step forward, standing before Lin Yan, and said, "As you say, I can agree on this matter, but there is one point where you are mistaken!"

Lin Yan nodded slightly and said, "Please speak clearly, Chief True Man!"

The Chief True Man said indifferently, "These thirty-eight thousand people should reside in the inner city!"

As his voice fell, his gaze swept over the crowd, and he asked calmly, "What are your thoughts, everyone?"

"..."

The members of the City Guard Mansion, including the Great City Guard, all remained silent.

Although they were quite dissatisfied internally, at this moment, their silence equated to acquiescence.

With the City Guard Mansion’s acquiescence, this matter was essentially settled.

Lin Yan turned his head and looked at Mr. Lu.

Mr. Lu shook his head slightly, reminding him to remember the previous advice.

Consider carefully and think thrice before acting!

So, Lin Yan fell silent again.

"Since it’s so..."

The Chief True Man said with a slight smile, "Let’s consider the matter of High Willow City as settled! I will leave the city immediately to continue discussions on this matter with that newly emerged Blessed Land, which actually involves the same three matters after all!"

"Hold on a moment!"

Just then, Lin Yan suddenly spoke up, looked toward Mr. Lu, and said, "Following Mr. Lu’s advice, I considered carefully and thought thrice before acting! Just now, I have considered thrice..."

He turned his head, looking at the Chief True Man, and said in a firm voice, "People from the Holy Land must assist in building the city, and once the city is built, they must reside within the new city, no negotiations!"