Chapter 294: Extravagance in the City Lord’s Mansion
Such a arrogant and domineering scene also made Xin Ruyan, Murong Haitang and others angry.
Even Wu Yuandu looked at the original crowd with a gloomy expression.
Soon, the dozen or so people stopped in front of Wu Yuan. The leader, dressed in official uniform, dismounted, clasped his fists and said politely to Wu Yuan: "It is a dereliction of duty on the part of a lower official if he fails to welcome the eldest prince from afar when he arrives."
Call it an official? This made Wu Yuan a little curious.
"Who are you?" Wu Yuan asked.
"Reporting to the eldest prince, I am the mayor of Boulder City and it is God's will!" Zhang Tianyi showed a flattering expression.
Wu Yuan was stunned when he heard this. This huge stone city is now in such chaos, but there is still a city lord?
In other words, in Wu Yuan's view, is it necessary for the city lord to exist in Boulder City?
The entire Boulder City was split into two. This was the result of Wu Zheng's hard work. This city lord had already existed in name only, right?
What's more, no matter what this city lord does, the scene where he ignored the people and trampled them wantonly has left a bad impression on Wu Yuan.
However, when he first arrived, Wu Yuan didn't rush to say anything. He just asked: "Where is Wu Zheng? Why didn't he come?"
Hearing this, Zhang Tianyi sneered and said: "Reporting to your highness, the second prince is commanding the troops and horses stationed at the front, so the city in the rear will be managed by the lower officials."
"Your Highness must be tired after a long journey. Why don't you come with me to the City Lord's Mansion first, and then discuss the matters between His Highness and the front line?"
Wu Yuan did not refuse this. Even he was very tired from traveling all the way, let alone the cuties in the East Palace.
"Okay, let's lead the way." Wu Yuan said.
"Okay!" Zhang Tianyi returned, ready to mount his horse and lead the way.
But then Wu Yuan said coldly: "If there are many people on the road and it's inconvenient, just walk."
Zhang Tianyi was slightly startled and glanced at Wu Yuan in surprise. In his impression, Wu Yuan, the former prince, was a notorious bastard. How come he was so kind today?
But he thought to himself, "I know, it must be the person behind this, who has Emperor Wu's eyes, so he has to show off."
It must be like this. For a prince to be able to lead so many female relatives on an expedition, he is ashamed of himself for his conduct. How could he have such hypocritical thoughts?
After thinking about it, Zhang Tianyi also cooperated, "What the eldest prince said is that the subordinate did not think carefully. He was also afraid that His Highness would wait for a long time, so he hurried forward. I think Your Highness should be able to understand."
Wu Yuan frowned, and then said impatiently: "Lead the way!"
"That's your order!" Zhang Tianyi chuckled and honestly led the way.
Soon, we arrived at the City Lord's Mansion.
Standing in front of the city lord's mansion, Wu Yuan, Xin Ruyan and others looked at the imposing gate of the mansion in front of them in surprise.
"The city lord has good taste. This house is even more elegant than my East Palace!"
Zhang Tianyi heard Wu Yuan's words and immediately replied: "Your Highness is joking, this small temple of mine is not as good as your East Palace. It's just a pretense. You also know that this huge stone city is located on the border, and it can be regarded as our big military power."
Isn’t it our appearance? We also have to deal with Dayu all the year round, so the city lord’s palace must be more generous, and we can’t let the people of Dayu Kingdom underestimate us!”
Although Zhang Tianyi's explanation is a bit far-fetched, it still makes sense.
Wu Yuan sneered in his heart, this man has a cunning mind and is not a good person.
Xin Ruyan was even more direct, "Dawu's appearance has never needed such flashy things to support it. It is better to use the money to repair the mansion and give more relief to the people."
Zhang Tianyi turned to look at Xin Ruyan, cursing secretly in his heart, but he still forced a smile and explained: "Madam, the people here are all poor and cannot be saved. Unless the court allocates funds, no matter how much repairs are done,
Money can't save them, so I think it would be better to repair the facade and frighten Dayu."
Seeing that Zhang Tianyi dared to contradict her, Xin Ruyan was furious, but when she was about to get angry, Wu Yuan stopped her.
"Okay, these are just small things. Let's talk about it later if anything happens."
Hearing what Wu Yuan said, Xin Ruyan had no choice but to give up, snorted coldly and led the people in.
Murong Haitang, Mo Qiaoer and others never forgot to glare at Zhang Tianyi when they passed by him.
Zhang Tianyi's face is thick enough. Even so, he can respond to every unkind look with a smile.
After all the women left, Zhang Tianyi said to his men: "You must settle these three thousand warriors and do not neglect them."
"Yes!" a group of people agreed.
Wu Yuan also waved his hand, signaling the soldiers to follow him and rest.
When everyone was almost gone, Zhang Tianyi showed a flattering smile again and was about to say something to Wu Yuan, but then he realized that there was a beautiful woman following behind Wu Yuan.
It was Wu Yuan's first secretary Yan Fei. Seeing Zhang Tianyi looking at her, Yan Fei said coldly: "Is something wrong?"
Zhang Tianyi didn't know Yan Fei's identity, so he only asked Wu Yuan: "Your Highness, who is this?"
"My right-hand man, if you need anything, just tell me. She knows everything about me." Wu Yuan explained with a smile.
Zhang Tianyi understood clearly, with a sly and understanding expression, "It turns out he is a capable general, how disrespectful!"
When Yan Fei saw Zhang Tianyi's lewd eyes, she immediately became murderous, "I think you don't want to live anymore."
Before he finished speaking, a long sword was already pressed against Zhang Tianyi's throat.
Zhang Tianyi was so shocked that he didn't dare to move at all, "Your Highness, what does this mean?"
Zhang Tianyi is a little confused, why are Wu Yuan and other "playthings" so bad-tempered?
Wu Yuan said "Haha" and then pushed Yan Fei's sword away, "City Master Zhang, don't panic, because I like this one, so it's normal for you not to adapt to it, but don't worry, I'm here
, they won’t do anything to you.”
Seeing what Wu Yuan said, Zhang Tianyi was indeed relieved.
It's just that Wu Yuan's preferences are quite unusual, but if you take a closer look, let alone this cold, fierce and extremely beautiful girl, she is indeed the best in the world.
"Your Highness, you still have vision!"
Wu Yuan couldn't help but feel funny when he heard the compliment.
At the same time, he thought that with him around, Zhang Tianyi would indeed be safe and sound, but the girls in the East Palace didn't need his permission if they wanted to kill a scum.
"Your Highness, please come this way. Your Majesty has already prepared wine, food and dancers to welcome His Highness."
"Easy to say, easy to say, then let's go." Wu Yuan looked like a young man, and Yan Fei was surprised when he saw it.
In her impression, although Wu Yuan was very beautiful, he would not mess around.
Just when Yan Fei was guessing Wu Yuan's intention, Wu Yuan suddenly turned around and whispered to her: "Go and find out who is in the city lord's mansion."