[The streamer can't agree to that!]

[Exactly! This person looks like a bad guy. What will happen to the people if we agree to his request?]

That's right, we can still send you money even if you don't agree to the streamer's request!

Hearing the city lord's extremely shameless words, the viewers in the live stream immediately started spamming the chat, not wanting Xu Nian to agree.

Xu Nian remained silent for a moment, then suddenly burst into laughter to herself.

"why are you laughing?"

The city lord looked at Xu Nian with a puzzled expression, thinking that the price he offered had displeased her.

He immediately added, "See Leonardo DiCaprio? I'll make sure you get even better treatment than him, as long as you don't go against me."

Brother Li lowered his head, but his hands clenched involuntarily.

The city lord actually wants this little brat to be above him!

But Brother Li couldn't bring himself to refuse, so he had no choice but to grit his teeth and continue listening.

Xu Nian smiled and said, "I didn't expect the city lord to be so good at making demands. Is he trying to get me to be his capable subordinate?"

The city lord thought Xu Nian was hesitant, and was immediately overjoyed. He waved his hand and laughed, "That's right, what I need right now is a talent like you. As long as you participate, the city will surely become more prosperous."

Glancing at Gu Zhan, who remained silent beside him, the city lord said knowingly, "Oh, are you worried that I won't give him any work? Don't worry, I'll find a suitable job for your little lover as well."

Upon hearing this, Gu Zhan, whose face had been tense just moments before, clicked his tongue lightly.

He was just thinking about how to punish the city lord after he arrested him.

But right now, this casual remark about his young lover actually made him feel a little giddy.

Xu Nian's ears immediately turned red, but she didn't rush to explain her relationship with Gu Zhan.

[Hahaha, oh my god, the general is so pitiful! He's being mistaken for a lover!]

Look at his expression, does he look miserable? I bet he's definitely after the streamer!

[That's right, those two will get together sooner or later, I told you!]

The live stream was in full swing, and Xu Nian quickly coughed, "Ahem, but if I may be so bold, your conditions don't appeal to me at all."

The city lord was immediately puzzled. "I can give you money and food. Do you want anything else?"

Upon hearing this, Xu Nian smiled and pointed to the ground beneath her feet.

"I want this city."

Upon hearing this, the city lord's expression darkened considerably. "I hope you're joking with me, but this joke isn't funny."

Seeing the city lord's anger, Xu Nian remained calm and said, "I'm not joking with you. Don't you think I have the strength to conquer your city?"

She spoke lightly, with a gentle smile on her lips, easily breaking the city lord's guard.

"you!"

The city lord pointed angrily at Xu Nian, his hand trembling, "Don't be ungrateful. She's just a little girl. It's not hard for me to target you."

Hearing the city lord's boastful words, Xu Nian couldn't help but laugh. "Targeting me?"

"If you were absolutely certain of defeating me, would you still have sent someone to invite me to negotiate with you, Lord City? Stop talking nonsense and be realistic."

The city lord was speechless.

Indeed, after learning about Xu Nian and Gu Zhan's abilities, he abandoned any thought of using force to suppress them.

That would definitely result in heavy losses for his subordinates.

Wow, the streamer is so handsome!

[Yes, I'm absolutely in love with this streamer, she's so cool!]

That's how it has to be—suppress him!

Gu Zhan watched from the side, a slight smile playing on his lips.

The young girl spoke clearly and eloquently, and with just a few words, she rendered the city lord speechless, which was truly impressive.

Seeing that the city lord had nothing to say, Xu Nian suddenly changed the subject, "But since I'm here, I'll definitely have to talk to you, but as for the content... how about we make a bet?"

Upon hearing this, the city lord narrowed his eyes instantly and asked uncertainly, "A bet?"

“Not bad.” Xu Nian nodded.

"If I launch an offensive, both sides will suffer heavy losses, which I'm sure you don't want either."

Hearing Xu Nian's words, the city lord did not speak, but the expression on his face revealed that he indeed thought so.

"In that case, let's make a bet to see who can manage the city better. The loser has to unconditionally obey the winner's demands, how about that?"

Seeing that the city lord was wavering, Xu Nian continued speaking calmly.

That was actually her original intention.

The so-called peace talks with the city lord were merely an opportunity to make contact with him.

"this……"

The city lord hesitated.

Although what Xu Nian said was true, he had no need to do so. He was the true master of this city!

However, the city lord, who had been pampered for many years, was suddenly questioned by the little girl, and he couldn't swallow his anger.

Seeing the city lord hesitate, Brother Li quickly advised, "My lord, there's absolutely no need for us to agree!"

"Although both sides will suffer heavy losses in the battle, what does it matter? The dead and wounded are just insignificant civilians!"

Upon hearing this, Xu Nian's face, which had been calmly smiling just moments before, instantly turned cold.

This Brother Li is truly courting death!

She sneered, "So the city lord is such an indecisive person that he doesn't even dare to agree to a suggestion from a young lady like me. He is truly cowardly!"

As she spoke, Xu Nian suddenly stood up, looking down at the city lord with disdain.

The city lord, who had been hesitant, was instantly enraged and gritted his teeth, saying, "Heh, what if I agree!"

As he spoke, the city lord spread a map of the city on the table and pointed to a corner, saying, "I'll give you this place for now."

"We'll see in a month!"

After saying that, he ignored Xu Nian's reaction and angrily turned and left.

Seeing this, Brother Li hurriedly followed the city lord, not forgetting to turn back and glare angrily at Xu Nian.

Having achieved her goal, Xu Nian breathed a sigh of relief and picked up the map from the table.

A month?

It seems the city lord understands that no matter how powerful he is, a month is not enough to change much, so he deliberately arranged such a short period of time.

And the land allotted to him didn't seem to be so prosperous either...

"Sigh," Xu Nian sighed, "The task ahead is arduous and the road is long."

As she spoke, she walked to Gu Zhan's side and said with a smile, "Then let's go and see what the situation is like here before we make any plans."

Gu Zhan naturally had no objections and accompanied Xu Nian to the marked location according to the map.

As soon as she got close, Xu Nian frowned almost imperceptibly.

This place is far from the city center, surrounded by barren mountains, and the houses in this area are all dilapidated.

The villagers living there were all emaciated and pale, and there wasn't even a bed where they could sleep peacefully.

"I'm so hungry..."

Complaints of distress were heard everywhere, seemingly becoming the norm.

Xu Nian clenched her hands.

It seems this is an area similar to a slum...