412 The City God came looking for one

Hearing of the suffering of war, I personally visited to learn of it. I did not understand the meaning behind the words; I am simply this kind of person.

Commander Guan was filled with mixed emotions. If things were peaceful and stable, he thought that his subordinates and younger generations would have better options.

In the past, it was for the sake of my parents; now it's even more so for the sake of my wife, children, and future generations, so they can have something to look forward to.

He Chen nodded slightly, accepting the gift.

The others, having regained their senses, said gratefully, "Thank you, sir. Thank you, ladies."

He Chen looked at the crowd and said softly, "In the future, those who die in battle for the safety of the city, their parents, wives and children will all receive basic living subsidies from the prefectural city, and their children will be supported by the city government."

We will make every effort to arrange their future paths according to their talents and abilities.

Commander Guan, Yun in black, Yun in white, Wei Si, and others all rose, knelt, and bowed, saying, "Thank you for your great kindness, sir. We will surely follow you to the death."

The loud voice echoed throughout the city.

"Rise, my lords! This is what you all deserve. To die for the city—if I do not die, I will surely keep my promise."

Looking at the various emotions of the crowd, he said in a deep voice, "All arrangements will vary depending on the time and place, except for the commitment to provide compensation for the deceased."

Other rules may be changed if they become outdated in the future.

The fundamental principle remains unchanged: the people provide us with convenience, and we, in turn, need to protect their safety.

To live up to goodness, though this path is difficult, it must be walked.

Within my jurisdiction, things must also be governed by my rules.

Anyone who violates the rules will be dealt with according to the rules.

"Yes, sir. As you command, sir." Involuntarily, he knelt on one knee, and all his subordinates bowed their heads in agreement.

The women, including Yun Su, also saw their lovers as not only handsome but also filled with adoration, as if they worshipped a god.

He nodded calmly. "Please rise, everyone. From today onward, any advanced or convenient discoveries in farming and handicrafts will be greatly rewarded, primarily with money. If the results are significant, appropriate status may also be granted."

We cannot be stingy, and neither can other industries.

Everyone nodded emphatically. This arrangement could be tried, and if there were any problems, it could be corrected.

With the arrangements largely complete, everyone chatted casually, and the atmosphere suddenly became lively.

Yun Su invited Xie Yanyan, Shang Qingxuan, Shi Wanwan, and Shi Feixuan to chat in the side hall with the women.

After a moment's thought, Jie Yanyan, Shi Qingxuan, and the others readily accepted.

Elder Shi and Elder Meng whispered to each other. Elder Meng sighed softly, "The future is unknowable, but at this moment, I feel that what I have longed for for many years has been realized."

Before, I asked for everything, but today I can at least hear it with my own ears. What the future holds is unknown, but I am fortunate to have found a place to begin exploring. As long as the spark remains, hope will endure.

Old Master Shi was also filled with emotion, a surge of joy that seemed to come from nowhere. His long-cherished wish had finally been fulfilled, and at this moment, he truly wanted to drink heartily.

Old Meng continued in a low voice, "Before I came back, I saw her again."

Old Shi frowned. "I've never heard you mention this before."

Master Meng continued, "Things have changed, people have changed, everything is over!"

People in different positions are ultimately not on the same path. In that position, you see more and more, and you want more.

However, my own abilities are limited. The biggest lesson I've learned from these years of failures is that I've gained a clearer understanding of myself and the ways of the world.

A soft whisper, a gentle farewell to the past; the longing ends here, 'My dear niece.'

Old Shi remained silent, then said in a low voice, "Our initial choice was too simplistic. Or perhaps we lacked experience."

The burden placed on her was too heavy. As a mother, she did nothing wrong; we were wrong. We wrongly placed our will on the shoulders of others.

If that's the case, then we are the ones who have wronged her.

We will all be buried eventually; let the younger generation choose what comes after us. They will have to walk their own paths from now on.

My worries remain unresolved, yet I have grown old. At this moment, I am filled with weariness, which I do not know when it came. I feel as if I have aged considerably, or perhaps I have been old for a long time, and before I was merely a strong person supporting myself.

Today, the young generation is full of vigor and vitality, carrying heavy responsibilities, as if they can finally lay down their burdens, and as if they themselves have long since grown old. They just haven't wanted to admit it. Thin body, loose belt, sparse hair, and a crooked hat—this is a true reflection of themselves. They can't help but lean silently against the mahogany chair.

As Meng Lao looked back, it was as if she saw her lost companions or husband. She was afraid to look for her youthful companions as she grew old, and a wave of sorrow washed over her. She leaned against the mahogany chair, her heart growing old with her body.

In the side hall, Yun Su led Shang Qingxuan and others slowly in, and the cheerful laughter and chatter immediately reached their ears.

Upon seeing her young mistress arrive, Jie Huayu quickly came out, bowed at the door, and said, "Greetings, Miss."

Xie Yanyan supported Xie Huayu with one hand and said with a gentle smile, "Sister Huayu, you don't need to call me that. Just call me Sister Yanyan."

'This,' Jie Huayu was stunned for a moment before she came to her senses.

Yun Su smiled softly, "Sister Jie, please come in and sit down."

Yun Qing and Yun Shuni also stood up and came over, saying, "Sister, little sister, please come and sit down."

When Qingxuan, Shi Wanwan, and Feixuan entered, they saw the crowd in the hall, with three thousand beauties, each more beautiful than a fairy. Jie Yanyan, Qingxuan, and the others were stunned and deeply shocked.

Yun Su saw this but didn't know how to offer advice. She gently introduced the newcomer to everyone.

Yun, dressed in white and black, chatted quietly with Captain Guan.

Suddenly, there was an empty space next to He Chen.

He moved silently, disappearing from the hall in a moment. No one noticed for a moment, only thinking that the master might have something to do.

He Chen moved swiftly and arrived outside. Far outside the city, under a willow tree, a beautiful woman waited quietly, her figure appearing and disappearing.

She approached gently, her eyes filled with apology, and said, 'Qianqian.'

Liu Qianqian's eyes reddened slightly as she whispered, "I missed you."

He gently lifted her into his arms and whispered, "How did you get here? Could you cross borders to come?"

Liu Qianqian's eyes rolled down her cheeks. She hugged him tightly, unwilling to let go, and sobbed, "I don't know either. When I tried to leave, I felt no obstruction. I don't know why."

It felt as if the earth's veins had changed, and the dragon's energy seemed to have no restraint over us.

I traveled through the shadows to this place. I had just called to you, preparing to go to you, when you came.

After a moment of contemplation, he couldn't find the answer. However, the fact that the City God could leave was not a good thing for some places. The flow of the earth's veins and the suppression of dragon energy meant that everything had to be restrained; otherwise, they would fall into a struggle for power.

Even if it is an ordinary city god borrowing the road, he should leave early and return early, and should not stay too long.

He nodded slightly and whispered, "Could you become the City God of both places?"