"The problem is, solve the problem."
Clay's needs were nothing more than ensuring his own safety. As long as his safety could be guaranteed, he had already been suffering in the position of City Lord for half a year. What was another ten days or half a month of suffering?
"Meteorite Guards."
Clay couldn't help but exclaim as he saw several Meteorite Guards suddenly appear.
"Is that enough?" Chen Yu asked with a smile in his eyes. "They all possess Black Obsidian Realm strength. With them to ensure your safety, it should be sufficient. At least, in the time I've been in this city, I haven't seen anything that can threaten the Meteorite Guards."
"It's definitely enough with them."
Clay rubbed his hands together and circled the Meteorite Guards, staring intently at them.
Meteorite Guards were not something one could easily obtain.
The refining process of Meteorite Guards was inherently difficult, requiring extremely rare materials like celestial meteorite iron. In the entire kingdom, perhaps only royal family members could acquire it. The previous City Lord of Hurricane City might have had some, but his formidable strength meant he had no use for such things.
The old prince's departure was sudden. Aside from this city, Clay hadn't inherited anything else from the old prince.
The equipment for the Knights was all acquired through his own hard work.
One could imagine
how difficult his life as City Lord was.
"Also, take this bracelet. It's for you too." Chen Yu took out the bracelet and extended it towards Clay. "The bracelet contains approximately two tons of meat. Use this to support the refugees. Remember... it's for the refugees, not for the original inhabitants of this place."
Clay, holding the bracelet, froze.
"Not for the original inhabitants?"
In Hurricane City, the original inhabitants held greater influence. In his opinion, it was more important to win over the original inhabitants. Yet, Chen Yu was going against the grain, choosing to support the refugees who had fled here.
"You heard correctly, support the refugees, not the original inhabitants." Chen Yu repeated.
In this city, the original inhabitants did indeed possess greater influence. However, the current timing was not appropriate. Various factions within the city were actively courting the original inhabitants, making them the most sought-after individuals at the moment.
Giving them minor favors would not register with them at all.
On the other hand, the refugees and displaced people who had fled here were at the brink of desperation. Whoever offered them a bite to eat would be their savior.
In comparison, it was clear.
Adding icing to the cake could never compare to offering charcoal in the snow.
Furthermore, Chen Yu did not need the support of the original inhabitants; he intended to bring about change. Did the original inhabitants matter to him? As long as his city had people, labor and productivity would naturally arise.
Who served as this labor and productivity made no difference to Chen Yu.
"Doing this will likely increase the resistance from the original inhabitants." Clay's expression still held hesitation. Chen Yu, however, smiled and patted his shoulder. "You don't need to worry about this. After I leave the city, you don't need to do anything else. Let them create as much chaos as they want. Even if they occupy the entire city, you don't need to manage it. You only need to follow my instructions, support the refugees, and ensure your own safety."
To be honest, Clay did not understand Chen Yu's approach.
Deep down, he didn't fully agree.
But—
He was no longer the City Lord; Chen Yu was the true owner of this city. Therefore, he only needed to follow Chen Yu's instructions.
Perhaps his decision would indeed yield miraculous results.
"Alright, you're the City Lord, I'll listen to you." Clay weighed the bracelet in his hand. "Two tons of meat might not be enough to sustain the refugees of Hurricane... no, Rising Wind City, for long. The refugees in Hurricane City are..."
"I believe you will find a way."
Chen Yu pressed Clay's shoulders and said with a focused gaze.
"This two tons of meat is the limit of what I can provide now. What I want is for you to use this food to support the refugees for ten days. Within ten days, I will definitely return to Rising Wind City. You just need to hold on for ten days."
Ten days!
It seemed like a short period, but it was an incredibly arduous task.
There were too many refugees in the city. On average, two hundred kilograms of meat per day. It was almost impossible to fill the stomachs of these refugees.
"I'll try."
Clay narrowed his eyes and licked his lips.
"If it's about managing a city, I might be a bit short on experience. If I can't even do this, then I've gained the filial and incorruptible decree token in vain."
"You have the Filial and Incorruptible Decree?" Chen Yu raised an eyebrow in surprise.
"Here."
Clay didn't hesitate and directly took out the token.
"The civil strife in the Tatu Kingdom was actually caused by this Filial and Incorruptible Decree. Didn't I mention to you before that the Tatu Kingdom is severely divided, and to a large extent, it's because those who hold the Filial and Incorruptible Decree have raised armies."
"So, it was due to the recommendation of filial and incorruptible officials." Chen Yu murmured.
"The Tatu Kingdom has a strong animosity towards those who hold the Filial and Incorruptible Decree. From what I've heard, many people have been executed for holding this decree. Other holders can only overthrow the kingdom to survive."
"Executed?"
Chen Yu frowned upon hearing this and asked.
"Aren't the royal family of the Tatu Kingdom very courteous to the holders of the Filial and Incorruptible Decree?"
"They were at the very beginning." Clay whispered. "But not long ago, after the Batu Kingdom sent people to deal with a main city, the Tatu Kingdom suddenly changed its stance and dealt heavy blows to those with the Filial and Incorruptible Decree. Actually, I have a guess."
"Speak."
"From the beginning, the Tatu Kingdom wanted to exterminate all holders of the Filial and Incorruptible Decree. However, they didn't know who the true holders were. So, in the beginning, they adopted a posture of recruiting talented individuals, placing those who held the Filial and Incorruptible Decree in high positions, enjoying extraordinary treatment." Clay narrowed his eyes slightly and snorted. "Over time, this enviable treatment would attract other holders of the Filial and Incorruptible Decree. Once the number reached a certain level, the Tatu royal family could cast their net and, without much effort, execute the holders of the Filial and Incorruptible Decree. Those who didn't reveal themselves or escaped were few, and thus could not shake the foundation of the Tatu royal family."
Listening to Clay's analysis, Chen Yu couldn't help but agree in his heart.
It was indeed a possible scenario!
It had to be said that the Tatu royal family was truly ruthless in this regard. To prevent the holders of the Filial and Incorruptible Decree from shaking their royal foundation, they were willing to slaughter countless loyal subjects.
"Unfortunately, the Tatu royal family still underestimated the capabilities of the holders of the Filial and Incorruptible Decree."
Clay sighed softly. "Although he executed most of them, the remaining ones have plunged the kingdom into chaos, and many cities have already been captured. The most famous among them is the current City Lord of Hai'an City, Ronnie. He should be considered the first to counterattack among the many holders of the Filial and Incorruptible Decree."
"Who, who did you say?"
The familiar name caused Chen Yu's expression to change drastically.
"Ronnie?"
Damn, his second brother-in-law actually had some skills!