When Cosmondo received the news, he had already woken up the next day. It was not that he received the news too slowly, but that Cosmondo had the habit of going to bed early and particularly did not like being disturbed. So even though the matter was a big deal, his personal attendant still did not dare to disturb him.
The attendant had barely finished his report when Gosmondo angrily overturned the table in front of him and said, "Take someone to find that Wuleglindo and bring the great white lion back to me! Bring him here too!"
"Yes, my lord." The attendant bowed and agreed, then hesitated and asked, "My lord, the two young ladies are still in the hands of Plancy of the Duncan family."
"Hmph, just go and get him out, and then kill him in the street." A flash of murderous intent passed through Gosmondo's eyes.
The attendant was startled, then immediately left...
In fact, both Qi Yuan and Wu Lai, and of course some other people, had guessed wrongly about Gosmondo's intention of returning to Assyria - he just came back to have a look and have fun. His main purpose was to participate in the gladiatorial contest held in Assyria this year. The specifications and level of this contest were the highest in the Assyrian territory, and it was only held every six years. In addition to the gladiator competition, there was also a battle for the king of beasts.
It's not that Cosmondo didn't have a desire for power, but his desire for power had already been satisfied in the territory, so why would he covet the top positions in the Assyrian territory? He knew very well that even if he became the head of the Supreme Council or the Senate, there would be various constraints, and it would not be possible to have a greater sense of achievement than being a lord with the final say. Sometimes, Cosmondo even complained privately that his father died too late, which made him enjoy less.
However, Gosmondo was also aware of the benefits of mixing in the citizen circle, just like he sent his four sons out of the territory a few years ago and asked them to each choose a city to socialize and study. This was actually a kind of experience to train their abilities and prepare for one of them to take over the private territory one day in the future.
So in general, Cosmondo came here with the purpose of showing off in the gladiatorial contest. He was used to being the number one in the private territory, so he came back quietly because he didn't want to deal with those empty formalities - although he was the lord of the private territory, there were quite a few people in this Assyrian city who could surpass him in terms of titles, and he didn't want to perform the routine formalities. Of course, Saint Leon was different. Firstly, the two had a close personal relationship, and secondly, Saint Leon was the representative of the god Amon on earth, so no one would feel wronged by performing any kind of formalities on Saint Leon.
In Gosmondo's schedule, he planned to make an official appearance on the day of the gladiatorial contest. On the day of the contest's closing, he would publicly announce his resignation as president of the Assyrian Civic Academy, as a notification to the Supreme Council and the Senate.
So during the days back in Assyria, the place Cosmondo went to most was the temple, because he also wanted to obtain a sculpture by Master Longilo and then place it in his private territory, because that would definitely be a great honor. Of course, it would also be very beneficial for the private territory to attract population.
But this matter obviously did not go smoothly. Although Saint Lean valued friendship, he also knew that the "Round Shield Warrior" was still in the temple when he stayed in Salt Marsh Town. If he went to the Mundo Plain, he would have nothing to do with Assyria in the future. He would not do such a thing. No matter what conditions Cosmondo offered, he just smiled and did not answer.
After repeated efforts to no avail, Gosmondo smiled helplessly and said, "Sir Saint Leon, it seems that your favor to Wuleglindo far exceeds that of other believers."
"That's because Wulai Grindo is a man favored by God." Saint Lean answered seriously. Miracles have been happening continuously in the temple and square of Assyrian city in the past six months. Believers and people come to pray and donate every day. The status and influence of the temple are increasing day by day. It has finally returned to a position that surpasses the Supreme Council and the Senate. In fact, Wulai is the main contributor.
It is particularly worth mentioning that Saint Lean did not think that using Woolley's "means of offering" to concoct miracles to attract believers was a despicable and obscene way. In his view, the god Amon was high above and could not perform miracles at will. Even if he really showed something, it might not be seen or understood by the people. On the contrary, the methods provided by Woolley were simple and easy to use, and the effects were very good.
"If you are not a true god-favored one, how could you know these methods?" Saint Lean once said this to Wright and his close confidants.
At noon, Gosmondo's attendant returned in a rather embarrassed state.
"Reporting to the lord, the two young ladies have been executed, but..." The attendant did not dare to say any more. The trip to the Green Tower was not smooth at all. Not only did they not even get to see Wu Lai, but more than half of the forty people they brought were injured by Meng Bao. If they had not retreated quickly and Meng Bao had not just stopped at that point and had no intention of pursuing them at all, it would have been a foregone conclusion that all of them would have been injured.
"Useless thing!" Gosmondo slammed his hand heavily on the table, "Prepare the car for me!"
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In the afternoon, when Wei Huo was chatting with the quartermaster in the camp tent, his subordinates rushed in hurriedly.
"General, Dean Gosmondo has really returned. He is now rushing to Lord Wuleglindo's residence with his men." The officer reported hurriedly.
"I knew it. Huh, how many people did he bring with him?" Wei Huo clenched his fist and asked.
"About a hundred people, all in armor." The officer paused and added, "According to reports, this is the second time they have gone to see Lord Wuleglindo today. In the morning, the aide-de-camp of Dean Gosmondo led the group, and nearly half of them were injured. In addition, the aide-de-camp also went to Vice Admiral Plancy to ask for two maids, but after taking them out, he did not take them away and executed them on the street."
"Humph, Gosmondo is indeed ruthless." Wei Huo narrowed his eyes, pondered for a moment, and waved his hand, "Go notify Lieutenant General Yitisi and ask him to bring his 300 light cavalry to me."
…
When he saw Gesmondo's carriage and the hundreds of armored soldiers surrounding it, Wright smiled and closed the window: "Let's go back to the tavern."
"As you wish, young master." The driver agreed and whipped his horse whip, creating a beautiful whip flower. "Snap"...
In fact, Wright had been waiting on the roadside for quite a while. In fact, he had already arrived at the Green Building when Gesmondo got up. In terms of being well-informed, Wright could at least be ranked among the top three in this Assyrian city.
When he received the news, his first thought was - how could Wu Lai be in conflict with Gosmondo?
Then, Wright began to worry, because he knew that Cosmondo was not someone who was easy to mess with. In addition, Cosmondo was also a close friend of Saint Lean. If the two sides started fighting, it would be difficult for Wright to make a decision, because although he liked Wu Lai, Saint Lean would not let him do that.
Anyway, if this matter is not handled properly, the consequences will be serious.
So at dawn, Wright knocked on the door of the Green Building with great concern. Then, he witnessed with his own eyes the scene where Gesmondo's men were defeated by Mengbao.
But now Wright was no longer worried, because Wu Lai told him with certainty that provoking Gesmondo might not be a bad thing. If used properly, it would be a great opportunity.
As for what kind of opportunity or what kind of benefits there would be, Wright did not ask, because he knew Wu Lai. If it was easy to say, Wu Lai would definitely tell him. Wu Lai just gave a hint but did not say it. Naturally, he had his reasons. The most important thing was that Wright knew that if there were benefits, Wu Lai would not be able to do without his share, after all, they were good friends.
"Wu Lai, don't forget me when you share the benefits." The meaning of Wright's words is not as shallow as it sounds. He is telling Wu Lai his position.
"Okay." Wu Lai smiled slightly, moved his numb injured leg slightly, and then said, "Wright, you are beginning to mature."
"Of course. I've been going to the temple every day to listen to teachings lately." Wright stood up with a smile. "I'd better go first. Maybe someone will come to see you soon."
"It's just what I thought. Well, you can go first." Wu Lai nodded. "It will be very lively here today."
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Before he even entered the door, Gosmondo suffered a setback - after getting off the car at the entrance of the Green Building, the attendant almost broke the door of the Green Building, but there was no sound from inside, which instead attracted many onlookers, who chattered and commented from far and near.
"Send a few more people up there and break the door open!" Cosmondo said angrily. The attendant waved his hand, and more than a dozen armored soldiers behind him immediately rushed out and rushed towards the door one after another...
"Master, will they break the door?" Yi Lei asked softly. The sound of banging on the door at the courtyard gate made her feel a little nervous, but she also knew that it was safest for her to stay with Wu Lai.
"It would be better if it was smashed to pieces." Wu Lai replied with a smile, and stretched out his hand to scratch Mengbao's neck. Mengbao tilted his head and wagged his tail.
Just as Wu Lai finished speaking, there was a loud "bang" at the gate of the courtyard, and the huge door panel and several armored soldiers who were knocking on the door fell into the yard at the same time.
"These rubbish took so long to open the door." Wu Lai teased and pulled Meng Bao's ear, "Meng Bao, go scare them and don't let them get on the stairs."
The cute baby shook his head and ran out of the living room like lightning.
"Lord..." Seeing that the door had been pushed open, the attendant ran to Gosmondo's car and asked him to get out, but before he could say anything, several panicked exclamations came from behind him.
"It's a great white lion! Run!"
"Oh my god!"
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Not to mention that these armored soldiers were so scared that they rolled and crawled, even the armored soldiers outside the door quickly took several steps back. Even Gosmondo in the carriage retracted his hand that was reaching for the curtain after hearing the noise.
"Guard the carriage!" he shouted urgently.
Don't blame them for being so panicked. People who are just watching the fun may not understand what a cute baby is, but they know it very well.
After a while, Elise appeared at the gate of the courtyard in a weak and frail manner. After taking a glance at the nearly one hundred soldiers standing in formation, she timidly said, "My Master Wu Lai wants to know who is so rude?"
Although Iris's voice was not loud, Gosmondo in the carriage heard it clearly. He almost fainted after hearing it. So rude? What are you talking about? I am a private lord who came to visit you. Let's not talk about why I came. Just because of my status and because my subordinates have been knocking on the door for half a day, you should respond, right? Now I am the one who is rude?
The attendant waited for a while and saw that Gesmondo did not move, so he took two steps forward and said arrogantly: "Go and tell Wuleglindo immediately to come out and greet Lord Mondowoye."
Elise nodded, looked at the attendant again, and turned away without saying anything.
After a while, Iles appeared again timidly: "My Master Wu Lai said that he doesn't know any Lord Mondowoye."
"What?!" The attendant was stunned and thought that Wuleglindo was really bold.
A cold snort came from the carriage: "Tell the little girl that the dean of the Citizens' College, Gesmondo, wants to see Wuleglindo."
"Yes." The attendant bowed his head, turned around and repeated Gosmondo's words.
After a while, Iress appeared at the gate of the courtyard for the third time. The attendant was waiting angrily. When he saw Iress appear, he was about to lose his temper and scold her, but then he saw Mengbao swaggering beside Iress, and he quickly swallowed back the words that were about to come out of his mouth.
"My young master Wu Lai said that since the dean is here, he should have gone out to greet him personally, but he has a leg injury and it is inconvenient for him to move, so he asked us to move to the living room for a chat." Elise hesitated for a moment and added, "He, he also said that the rest of you should not come in and stay wherever you want..."
What is intolerable? This is it! Cosmondo in the carriage had never received such "courtesy" before. He didn't care about it at this moment. As soon as the curtain was lifted, he shouted loudly: "How rude!"
In response to him, Mengbao let out a short, low growl. How could it not recognize that the guy who came out of the carriage was the one who had tried so hard to imprison it.
"Lord, please go back to the carriage first. It's not safe here." The attendant quickly stepped forward to protect Gosmondo.
Gosmondo pushed the attendant away fiercely and pointed at Ilesi: "Go and tell Wuleglindo immediately. If he doesn't come out to greet you immediately, you will bear the consequences!"
Iris pouted and turned around reluctantly, but Mengbao stayed there lazily without moving.
This time, Iris showed up much later than expected, and without saying a word. After handing an envelope to the attendant, she turned around and walked into the yard with Mengbao again.
The attendant hesitated for a moment, then handed the envelope into the carriage: "Lord, a letter from Wooleglindore."
What is this bastard doing? Gosmondo muttered as he opened the envelope. It would have been better if he hadn't read it. After reading it, he was so angry that his whole body trembled. Although there were only a few numbers in the letter, the humiliation to him was like pointing at his nose and scolding him in public...
"Rush in! Burn this building down!" Gosmondo opened the car window and shouted.
The lord gave the order himself, and the hundred soldiers had no choice but to charge into the yard. Of course, they secretly prayed that they would not be spotted by the cute baby...
The aide was stunned. He had never seen Cosmondo so furious...
Many years later, Guru asked Wu Lai about this matter: "How could you make Cosmondo so angry back then?"
Wu Lai replied with a smile: "That's because I wrote something in the letter I wrote to him that upset him."
"Eh? Let's get to the point. What are you talking about?"
"I asked him, who do you think you are?"