As the group was talking, Anle caught a glimpse of an acquaintance out of the corner of her eye and quickly pulled Yurong away.
"Um... Third Brother, Cousin Zhiyi, you two can wander around here for a bit. We'll go explore other places."
An Yi didn't take it seriously and waved to An Le, "Go on, go on."
Qiao Zhiyi was stunned by the castle before her and only nodded to Anle, without trying to stop her.
After Anle finished speaking, she grabbed Yu Rong and ran away.
The only person Anle could avoid at all costs is probably the young master of the city lord's mansion in Hongcheng.
This overly attentive young master was giving Anle a real headache.
If we get caught doing this, we'll inevitably face a lot of flattery and appeasement. It's best to avoid it if possible.
And in a place like this, no less.
It's better not to see it.
Meanwhile, Feng Yan, who was busy chatting with Feng Jingchong, was completely focused on the castle and naturally had no intention of paying attention to the people and things around him.
"Father, the government plans to build a commercial street in this area. I've heard that they intend to use it for business."
I think we can get a share of the profits from places like this.
The government here belongs to the Kingdom of Islaile. Cooperating with them is equivalent to establishing a connection with the Kingdom of Islaile. We should definitely take advantage of this opportunity to make connections.
This is a collaboration with Lincheng Hongcheng that brings only benefits and no drawbacks.
Feng Jingchong hesitated and frowned. "But now, my Tianqi Empire is so wary of the Kingdom of Islail."
If our Red City were to become associated with the Kingdom of Islaile, we might be suspected by Apocalypse of having turned against them and become Islaile's lackeys.
Islael is now extremely arrogant and powerful, completely disregarding the Apocalypse Empire. After all, the Apocalypse Empire was once allied with them and had a friendly relationship. Yet now they treat the Apocalypse Empire like this. The Apocalypse Empire is furious about Islael's actions, especially the new emperor. Doing this is tantamount to opposing the new emperor and becoming a thorn in his side.
Yan'er, you're too shallow-minded; you can't see the depth of the water behind this.
My Red City is what it is today because it is an affiliated city of the Apocalypse Empire. If the winds change and it is rumored to be a lackey of the Kingdom of Eliel, but it cannot gain the trust and friendly treatment of the Kingdom of Eliel, then my Red City will become a golden city that survives in the cracks.
Even this Golden City, though it's undoubtedly a vassal city of the Kingdom of Islaile, look at the surrounding cities of our Apocalypse Empire—which one doesn't despise and scorn it, treating it with cold indifference?
Feng Yan's eyes were cold and indifferent, showing no concern whatsoever.
“Father, they are all ignorant and foolish people. Why are you looking at them? As long as Hongcheng is doing well, that’s enough.”
As far as I know, there are quite a few people who want to get involved with the government. It's not just my city lord's mansion. Many famous families are eager to do so. Even Yan Shanxing, the city lord of Green City, has rushed to the Jincheng government office after hearing the news.
Even someone like Yan Shanxing, who wouldn't get up early for nothing, is eagerly rushing to participate, which shows how big this windfall is. Dad, you should think twice before acting.
Moreover, Yan Shanxing was able to sneak over here probably because his incredibly resourceful daughter, Miss Linglong, gave him directions.
Feng Jingchong's expression changed; he was somewhat tempted.
That's true. He knew that Yan Shanxing had already come over, but he still had some reservations about the royal family when he thought of the Tianqi Empire.
Feng Yan smiled elegantly.
"Father, do you really think that Apocalypse Empire is the only thing Red City can rely on? That without Apocalypse Empire, Red City can't survive?"
Feng Jingchong paused slightly, his gaze revealing a deep and unfathomable look.
“Yan’er, this job isn’t so bad that you can’t make a living, but it depends on how you do it. In this important matter, which involves relations between countries, it’s a very serious matter.”
I must consider the well-being of the many people of my Red City. My decision concerns their livelihoods and the kind of life they will lead. Feng Jingchong sighed, his eyes revealing a hint of sharpness and longing. "Such a grand castle, it really makes one want to go inside and take a look."
Even my status as the city lord of Red City was disregarded by them, and they refused to let me pass.
Clearly, in the eyes of the Jincheng government, our Red City Lord's Mansion is nothing at all. Even if we were willing to cooperate with them, they would have to be willing to even look at us. Such an arrogant attitude and style don't seem like the kind of people who are willing to cooperate with others.
"Even if the Green City lord goes in, he'll probably come out with a thud. Green City is separated from Gold City and from our Red City. Even if there's cooperation, the Kingdom of Islaile would probably choose to cooperate with our Red City first, wouldn't they?"
Feng Yan nodded, "Father is right about that. However, since they are so arrogant and unwilling to lower themselves to serve my City Lord's Mansion, then my City Lord's Mansion has no choice but to fawn over them."
If we don't speak up first, how can we give them an opportunity to take advantage of us?
Lowering someone's status like that will definitely not make them happy; they'll probably be waiting for us to come knocking on their door.
Why not give them a way out? It's not shameful to praise them. Israel was already riding high on his success with his firearms, and he was incredibly powerful.
And indeed, some people have the capital to act arrogantly.
Even the once powerful and domineering Kingdom of Kro has become a submissive grandson, so what do we have to be ashamed of?
Feng Jingchong finally nodded in agreement, "Then go ahead, I'll leave the business matters to you." Using business to get involved in politics is quite common.
Without certain necessary means, the City Lord's Mansion would not have been able to stand among so many prestigious families.
Feng Yan's lips curled into a confident smile. "Don't worry, Father. The business deal will be done." Once the connections are established and there are ways to go, they can build relationships with political figures.
This is a common and routine method.
Feng Yan was having a great time in this regard.
Although Feng Yan was confident and acted as if he had everything under control, Feng Jingchong did not think that it had to be the city lord's mansion. After all, the He family was a family that had crawled out of a gold mine and was covered in gold.
He felt he didn't stand much of a chance against the He family, who were just a bunch of merchants, since their methods were the most sophisticated and cunning.
In terms of status, his city lord's mansion is higher than the He family's, but in terms of wealth, it is inferior to the He family's.
In terms of strength, they are evenly matched and each has its own merits.
Whether or not they will choose his city lord's mansion remains to be seen.
The He family also got involved, and it's said they were sending gifts to the Jincheng government every day, with boxes and boxes being carried in.
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