People in Terra, governing a bizarre little country

"It is my great honor that you chose Longmen as your first stop on your trip to Yan Kingdom!"

"Governor Wei, you flatter me. I have only made some minor contributions. The peace and stability of Terra depends on the joint efforts of the leaders of all nations, and the development and prosperity of the country depends on the concerted efforts of hundreds of millions of people. What credit do I have for this?"

Wei Yanwu raised his eyebrows, and his smile became even more amiable.

"I'd heard that Mr. Ernst spoke fluent Mandarin, and now that I hear it, I'm sure Lu Zhen, the one spreading these rumors, should slap himself in the face. It's not just fluent, it's authentic!"

Ernst was taken aback, then gave a wry smile.

He almost reflexively blurted out, "Authentic, authentic, authentic!"

As expected of a true local, Ernst really should spread this city song around the world.

"Governor Wei, please don't make fun of me. When Miss Chen and I were chatting, she even said that my accent is 'Shangshu Mandarin'!"

Although it was just casual conversation and jokes, Wei Yanwu could still feel Ernst's goodwill and the meaning he was trying to convey.

Chen Huijie was indeed on the ship, and they got along quite well.

As for why he didn't come down with them, Wei Yanwu doesn't know for the time being, but that's enough.

He was afraid that Chen Huijie's impulsive nature would lead her to offend a whole bunch of people again. Sometimes, he could help clean up the mess, but for some problems, his "paper" (i.e., his influence) wasn't enough!

"Huijie is a child who doesn't know any better, please don't hold it against her."

Lady Wenyue also stepped forward, performed a traditional Yan Kingdom curtsy, and said softly with a smile.

"I wonder why Huijie didn't come down with you?"

Ernst smiled slightly.

Hooked.

Ernst was just waiting for someone to ask that question.

Chen Huijie didn't come down with them, naturally as part of his doctoral plan. He wanted to have a private conversation with Wei Yanwu, even if it was just to observe and talk, he wanted to get a feel for Wei Yanwu's personality and other information.

As a member of Rhodes Island, Wei Yanwu was bound to be wary of him. As a company, he had a reason not to meet with him, and Ernst couldn't directly plead for leniency in this matter.

Since that's the case, why not squeeze more value out of Miss Chen? If she doesn't come down and doesn't accept Wei Yanwu's invitation, then whether Wei Yanwu comes up to arrest her personally or asks Rhodes Island to send her back, Rhodes Island will have a chance to meet her.

Only when you know yourself and the enemy can you fight without danger.

This was the Doctor's first real contact with Terra since his awakening, and Ernst was happy to lend a hand and cooperate, so he said:

"Miss Chen said she wanted to discuss the infected people in the Lungmen civilian district with Dr. Kal'tsit, so she didn't come with me. I had no idea that such a thing existed in Lungmen before I came here?"

Wei Yanwu coughed awkwardly.

Good heavens, Chen Huijie really sold them out completely. Whether there are infected people in Longmen is something you and I can keep to ourselves, but to the outside world, we have to say there aren't any!

If so, then according to the Law of Flame, infected individuals should not be allowed to enter the mobile city!

Wouldn't that mean Wei Yanwu would have to throw them all down?

This really forced him to do some troublesome things!

Besides, Ernst was just assassinated by an infected person in Ursus, so this issue is probably something he can't even touch! And yet Huijie is dancing on a minefield!

Ugh, this is giving me a headache. We haven't even met yet, and I already feel my blood pressure rising!

Wei Yanwu could only shake his head and say with a forced smile:

"Absolutely not!"

"Our Longmen is thriving!"

Chapter 942 The First Scam of Old Wei

"Mr. Ernst, I have always been particularly curious. I wonder if you could enlighten me?"

Inside Wei Yanwu's office at the Longmen Governor's Mansion, Wei Yanwu asked with a sincere expression.

Ernst nodded generously:

"There are no outsiders here, Governor Wei, please speak freely."

"Then I'll ask."

Wei Yanwu rubbed his hands together and clicked his tongue:

"I wonder what the relationship is between Mr. Ernst and Miss Talulah Atrias?"

Ernst was slightly taken aback.

He thought Wei Yanwu would ask about Longmen or Yan Kingdom, but he didn't expect him to be more concerned about this.

This was quite unexpected for Ernst, but he had no reason to hide it and answered truthfully:

“Miss Talulah is my friend and a junior colleague.”

"How did you and she meet?" Wei Yanwu asked again.

“That’s a bit more complicated.” Ernst paused. “How much does Governor Wei know about the Ursus tundra guerrillas?”

A genuine look of surprise flashed across Wei Yanwu's face. He blinked, and after a moment, nodded suspiciously.

"I have some understanding of it."

Ernst didn't care whether Wei Yanwu truly knew or pretended to know, and answered directly:

“Talulah was one of them.”

"Later, due to some events, she came to Shelag with His Excellency Bochokast, who is now serving on the Human Rights Council, and Miss Yelena."

Wei Yanwu wanted to continue asking, but he knew that Ernst hadn't offered an explanation here, so if he continued to ask, he would be suspected of spying on secrets.

As for how the World Summit and Sherag managed to make contact with the Ursus Tundra guerrillas thousands of miles away, that is an even bigger secret.

It's better not to know.

Wei Yanwu sighed with some worry:

“I have been worried about Talulah ever since she was kidnapped by Duke Koschei. I had heard that she was doing well in the Koschei territory, but I never expected to hear that she killed Duke Koschei and fled and disappeared. I can’t help but worry.”

“The child’s father is my sworn brother, and her mother is my younger sister. I, as her uncle, have failed in my duty and have caused Mr. Ernst a lot of trouble. With you taking care of her, I can finally rest easy.”

Ernst's lips twitched, a hint of disdain in his heart.

What are you pretending for? You've even entrusted your child to someone else.

Ernst and Talulah spent a considerable amount of time together, and from beginning to end, Talulah mentioned Lungmen very few times, let alone Wei Yanwu—not even once!

Those six people have long forgotten about you, yet you're still here feigning affection.

This is not Ernst slandering Wei Yanwu. If Wei Yanwu really wanted to do something for Talulah, he should have taken action when Talulah first appeared in the public eye during the Iberian incident.

Even if we don't bring Talulah back, we could at least send an envoy to say hello and bring some local specialties from Lungmen.

There will never be a shortage of people like this on this land. They say things like "for the greater good, for a higher purpose, for a more comprehensive victory," but in reality, they do nothing but betray their promises and forget their benefactors.

Be wary when someone claims to be loyal to a higher concept, because it means they are ready to betray you!

"Social skills" and "dark psychology" are all about requiring people to keep a smile even when faced with such hypocritical words.

Ernst smoothly gave Wei Yanwu a "Don't worry about me" look, but he had no intention of letting Wei Yanwu "shirk" the matter so easily.

It would have been better if you hadn't brought it up. Now that you've brought it up, it's reminded me of this whole thing. So, we'll have to settle this score properly.

Back then, Defiance's mother, the Duke of Windermere, paid Defiance protection money and tuition fees, investing 20 million in one go. You, Wei Yanwu, only govern a city, so I'll give you a discount, okay?

"Governor Wei, what are you saying?"

He smiled and shook Wei Yanwu's hand earnestly and sincerely.

"You're overthinking it. Even if you hadn't stood up and said those words, I wouldn't have neglected Talulah in the slightest!"

Wei Yanwu nodded subconsciously, but then felt that something seemed off.

Why does that sound a bit sarcastic?

But Ernst wasn't finished:

"Since we've come this far, to be frank, Governor Wei, Miss Talulah isn't having an easy time either!"

"She has to manage the vast city of Londinium all by herself. You know that city. Miss Talulah has been doing her best, but unfortunately, there's just not enough medicine and food. And the building repairs and road maintenance are just endless tasks. Miss Talulah came to Londinium with a clean record, and in these two months, her hair has almost turned completely white!"

Wei Yanwu was taken aback.

He certainly knew how big Lentinium was and how difficult it was to manage.

Lungmen is far smaller than Lontinim, and it was quite difficult for Wei Yanwu to manage it. He still had to rely on the cooperation of his old brothers, let alone Lontinim after the Sarkaz rampage!

Yi thought about it and realized that Talulah had neither a team nor experience. She relied solely on her prestige as the "Liberator of Lontinim," the support of the people, and the legitimacy brought by her [Athelias Red Dragon Bloodline] to rule Lontinim. Needless to say, the difficulties she faced were immense. He could completely understand Talulah's predicament!

But he always felt that something was wrong.

Ernst spoke with such earnestness that Wei Yanwu was momentarily taken aback.

What's wrong with number seven?

Before Wei Yanwu could think it through, Ernst reached out his hand to him:

“Governor Wei, you are Talulah’s elder. Talulah doesn’t have many relatives to rely on in this world. To be honest, I’ve come here this time with Talulah’s request.”

She hopes you can support her a little.

Si Wei Yanwu leaned back slightly, raised his eyebrows, and looked shocked.

He instinctively didn't want to believe it.

To be honest, Wei Yanwu himself knows best what he did.

Talulah not hating him is already quite magnanimous, but to remember him and even ask him for help? This whole thing sounds incredibly far-fetched.

But ironically, it was Ernst who said those words.

His trip to Yan Kingdom this time specifically involved taking a detour through Ursus, transiting through Chernobog to Lungmen. This route doesn't seem to have any major problems, but it seems, perhaps, maybe, just in case, there is indeed some deeper meaning behind it?

Ernst is known for his efficient and multifaceted approach to getting things done. He and Talulah do indeed have a close relationship, so it's not impossible that Talulah, feeling awkward asking, would ask this socialite from Terra to relay the message.

Most importantly, Wei Yanwu did owe Talulah something, and he really wanted to make it up to her. However, their current statuses were different, and they were far apart, so he was powerless to help her.

For once, a look of hesitation and tension appeared on Old Long's face. He hissed slightly and pressed for an answer:

"Is there really such a thing?"

Ernst nodded calmly.

This doesn't happen now, but it's not impossible to get on the train first and buy the ticket later.

Talulah has already borrowed enough from the Bank of Nations. If she can get some more from Wei Yanwu, that irresponsible adult, it will ease her pressure and alleviate her immediate crisis.

Wei Yanwu pursed his lips:

“I would be willing, but, Mr. Ernst, as you know, I am the Governor of Lungmen, and she is now the Lord of Lontinim. Given our status…”

"I knew Commander Wei was this kind of ruthless person. Your worries are just excuses. I'm not worried!"

A cold shout rang out from outside the door; it was certainly not Ernst's voice.

The door was pushed open, and Lady Wen Yue and Chen Xiaoshuo (daily update skirt: 85) 7663442 stood together, with Kal'tsit, Amiya, and the Doctor standing beside them. Except for Chen, the others all looked somewhat embarrassed.

But Chen Huijie wasn't afraid at all; she was only angry!

She overheard Ernst and Wei Yanwu's conversation and was extremely dissatisfied with Wei Yanwu's stammering attitude!

What about governors and city lords? There's no law in Yanlu that says the governor of Longmen can't provide support to foreign city lords, right?

Putting everything else aside, when you were exchanging red envelopes at the banquet to build relationships, didn't you also disregard these "rules and regulations"? She stopped Wei Yanwu from accepting other people's red envelopes, and Wei Yanwu even said she was being unreasonable!

What, now that it's time to give it to Talulah, you feel it's inappropriate?

I won't talk about violating rules and regulations, and I'll remain tight-lipped about the political implications, right?

Chen Huijie never believed in that kind of thing. Her moral values ​​were very simple and unpretentious: good is good, and bad is bad.

She immediately said to Ernst:

“If Wei Yanwu won’t give it, I will, Mr. Ernst. I will donate all my savings to Talulah. Rest assured, this money is all clean!”

Wei Yanwu coughed.

Chen Huijie's sudden intrusion into their secret meeting already annoyed Wei Yanwu. Calling him by his first name and emphasizing that "my money is all clean" only added to Wei Yanwu's frustration.

My blood pressure was skyrocketing, like a rocket launch!

But he couldn't scold Chen.