"In other words, Gu Chen, you have no special relationship with the leadership?"
"Huh, it's very common for the government to entrust the master to do things, and it doesn't necessarily mean that they are on the side of the government."
Listening to Gu Chen clarifying his position, Flame Commander Red Fish was visibly relieved, while Spear Commander Zazu also became arrogant. Only Jiashi Dunbei did not speak immediately, thinking about Gu Chen's words, an intriguing expression appeared on his face.
look.
Guo Bei is not considered to be at the top among the pioneers in terms of strength, but he is one of the few people who has an overall view and political vision. Therefore, he can cooperate with the irritable little humans and the fierce female flame envoys to achieve an elite status. In Guo Bei
It seems that Gu Chen is both a benefactor who wants to repay and a trustworthy employer. Guo Bei has a very high evaluation of his personality and conduct, so he will not doubt Gu Chen's words.
It is true that the person in charge of the consular office should be the messenger, but "the consular office has received a request for help but is temporarily unable to mobilize troops" such confidential matters are not something that anyone is qualified to hear. Even if Gu Chen is not actually standing in Liyang
The relationship between the government and the government is bound to be quite close. The reason why they did not say it out loud is probably to take care of their feelings after having just confronted the government.
Soldier Guo Bei was very grateful for such thoughtful consideration.
As the saying goes, I respect people as much as they respect others. If Gu Chen, as his employer and benefactor, took such good care of Guo Bei's group, he certainly had no reason to embarrass him. Guo Bei had made up his mind, but glanced at the red fish.
and Zazu. Even among the pioneers, those two were quite bad-tempered, and it would take some effort to get them to accept it.
"Young Master Gu, since you are entrusted by Liyang Mansion, I will inquire shamelessly." Guo Bei stroked his beard and asked Gu Chen from the side of his head. "This time Liyang Mansion sent an envoy to Mu Yeji because he wanted to
do what?"
"Well, we should first confirm the situation in Kinoji? After all, Xinyuan can't send too much news. To be on the safe side, we must determine the situation before deciding on countermeasures." Ji Zheng Wenhui's calculation is that the government does not have accurate information.
The reason, but Gu Chen did not mention this. "If the monster riot is really more serious than expected, then the government must want to send Kinojisa to take refuge in this city."
"Escape? No need, no matter how many monsters come, we can fight them off!"
"Lao Sha, please stop first." Guo Bei rubbed his brows and shouted to stop the high-spirited villain.
"What? Lao Guo, do you want to say that we will lose to the monster?"
"It's not a matter of winning or losing. In fact, our helping Kinoji defend the city is just a favor. We didn't actually make any contract, right?" Guo Bei pointed out in a rare solemn tone. "Our real client is Mr. Gu.
Oh? Come to think of it, he is the one qualified to decide our course of action."
"...That's right." Zazu admitted reluctantly.
Although the pioneers generally despised the authority of the government, they only paid special attention to the commission contract. Regardless of their strength, the evaluation of the excellence of the pioneers was basically based on "credibility." The so-called "credibility" means that after accepting a commission, they must carry it out to the end.
, do not give up without authorization, even if it is impossible to complete, you must report it to the client and obtain understanding. Pioneers with high credibility are more likely to get preferential work, while pioneers with bankrupt credibility can only be eliminated by the industry and become a heretic.
In principle, a group of pioneers can only accept one commission at a time, and no other commissions can be accepted before this commission is completed. This principle is formulated to take into account the reality that commissions in wilderness often consume a considerable amount of time, and it also serves to appease the client.
meaning.
For example, the Guo Bei Group has accepted Gu Chen's commission to "collect red stones from ant nests" and came to Kinoji to purchase the cage trucks needed to transport the red stones. As for helping to defend the city, it is just a favor and it is absolutely impossible in terms of priority.
It's comparable to Gu Chen's commission. Even if you can't contact the client, now that you are meeting Gu Chen at Kinoji, you must respect the wishes of the client as to what to do next.
Because it was a flawless argument, neither Zazu nor Red Fish could offer any rebuttal.
On the other hand, Gu Chen pondered for a moment. At this time, the soldier Guo Bei deliberately used the spirit of the contract to talk loudly. Of course, he was not looking for trouble. Guo Bei spent so much time not for anything else, but to strengthen his client's speech.
Quan. After all, Guo Beicai's group had a hard fight with the envoy of the consular office and almost had an accident. In order to prevent himself from being caught in the middle, the soldier Guo Beicai handed over the decision-making power of the situation to him.
This kind of support was really timely, and his effortless approach was worthy of praise. Gu Chen cast a grateful look at the soldier and mentally readjusted his evaluation of the pioneers.
"So, Mr. Gu, what do you mean?" Guo Bei asked, emphasizing. "Don't mind the matter of Kinoji. Anyway, the cage car is ready, and the favors that need to be repaid are already clear. The remaining things are
We are free to do whatever we want.”
"I understand." Gu Chen nodded. Since Guo Bei has already mentioned this, he doesn't need to be polite anymore.
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Later in the evening, Gu Chen arrived at Kinojimasa's official residence, which was the shabby little wooden house next to the square.
There was an armored car parked in front of the cabin, and the government soldiers pulled up a blockade around the armored car. When they saw Gu Chen approaching, several government soldiers immediately stood up and stamped their feet, raised their left hands and beat them hard on their right shoulders. This was Shang
The standard military courtesy for leaving the court. It seems that Gu Chen's previous achievements in subduing the pioneers and settlers have won him the respect of this group of professional soldiers.
Gu Chen also saw Xiao Yi in the front compartment of the armored car.
Previously, Xiao Yi sneaked away to the community without authorization, but only when he came back did he realize that he had almost caused a big trouble. Now he didn't dare to run around anymore. He stared at the surroundings from the passenger seat, but he felt guilty and did not dare to look at Gu Chen. Gu Chen
He shook his head angrily and amusedly, raised his hand and shook it at Xiao Yi, and then entered the cabin.
When they stepped into the wooden house, the messengers Zhang Ji and Jizheng Wenhui were discussing matters. When they saw him, they all stood up to greet him.
"Master Fangshi!? Come on, please take a seat!"
"Well, thank you for your help earlier."
Ji Zheng Wen Hui was extremely respectful to Gu Chen, and Zhang Ji's attitude became much kinder. This is natural. If Gu Chen had not stepped forward to mediate the dispute at that time, there was at least a half chance that the two of them would not be able to go back to report on their duties.
"I can't take it seriously." Gu Chen shook his head. "If I really want to say it, I'm afraid I have to apologize to the two adults."
"How do you say that?" Zhang Ji raised his eyebrows.
"Well, that group of pioneers are my hired assistants." Gu Chen confessed with a wry smile. "The reason why they came to Kinoji is actually to complete the things I told them. In addition, I was still there when they set off.
We are not from the Department of Juvenile Supervision, so they do not know my relationship with the consulship, and their attitude is a bit rude... In short, in the final analysis, I did not arrange it properly. Please forgive me for any offense."