Before a certain someone shamelessly expanded the number of Councilors, Sulfur Mountain City's Councilors used to be a respectable job.
As the representatives of various industries and the interests of various races, they were able to negotiate with the Internal Affairs, the legal system and the city lord, proposing suggestions and proposals. If the suggestion received the support of the entire Councilors, even the city lord had to take it seriously.
When Adam made it clear that he was just a mascot and didn't care about the affairs, the legal system was only interested in law and order. Most of the time, the Councilors were able to make the Internal Affairs take a step back, even if the head of the Internal Affairs was the Great Saint Marguerite.
Of course, authority also represented benefits. Just a single tax on trade and the entry of goods represented countless dazzling gold coins. As these Councilors realized the benefits in their hands, how could they be willing to remain as mere merchants and commoners?
After all, there are 'naturally noble' nobles in this world and even royalty who 'the country is my private property'. The human heart will never be satisfied and in peace, they would naturally look to a higher place …
Now, when ordinary workers, farmers, aunties from the neighborhood committee, fishmongers have all become Councilors, when 'Is dancing in the morning considered disturbing the citizens' or 'Can the Councilors provide free lunch' these topics replaced 'Should we purchase Chrome City's Black Gold Ores', the status of those merchants, clan heads and elder Councilors were pulled down imperceptibly. This naturally made them unhappy.
When the overstaffed Councilors caused the Councilors to become slow and sluggish, the opposing Councilors scolded each other and fought with each other, creating an arena for the citizens to watch the commotion, the original first-generation Councilors felt even more aggrieved and hated the seemingly friendly advisor — the devil-like cunning and evil Wumianzhe.
"Councilor Grant, please make up your mind!!"
At this moment, in Councilor Grant's office, a group of young and energetic Councilors from the Alliance Faction had already surrounded the old and mediocre Councilor. At this moment, they forced him to make up his mind.
"Now that the entire city is filled with fugitives, chaos is unavoidable. We must protest against the useless city lord and remove that foolish masked man from his position! Also, dismiss that group of disgusting Dark Elf bitches! "
"That's right. Acting City Lord Anne is too young and inexperienced. She's unable to convince the masses and that's why this mess happened. She should be removed from her position and punished!"
The table made of precious mahogany was knocked on by the agitated councilors. The old president turned his head to look outside the window. It was already time to get off work. In the past, there would be crowds of people returning home everywhere. The elderly would take their grandchildren for a stroll, the young couples would wander in the garden, and the shops along the street would sell dinners with the specialties of various races. The fragrance of the dishes would spread far and wide …
But at this moment, thick smoke billowed everywhere. The streets that used to be filled with laughter and laughter were now empty except for screams of fear and flames!
"Enough." Taking a deep breath, the old president who was known for his mediocrity calmly removed his spectacles and looked at his well-dressed colleagues.
"What?" Senator Kahn, who was the leader, did not expect such a reaction from the president.
"Pa! I said, that's enough! "
The roar of the old man shocked all the councilors. Those blood-red eyes were like those of a ferocious beast waiting to devour them. Even though they were used to the noisy parliament, they were still shocked that the mediocre president who usually spoke like he was reciting scriptures, the old fellow who would drink tea and doze off during the meeting, would actually have such a furious side.
"Other than the fugitives, there should be your private army outside too. Do you know what you are doing, you are plotting a rebellion!!"
The rage of the old president made the councilors subconsciously take a step back. But the one who was seen as the most likely to become the next president, Kahn, stood out.
"Sulfur Mountain City belongs to everyone, so how could it be a rebellion? We are only inviting City Lord Adam to return to support the work and punish the officials who failed in their duties. After the situation calms down, we will invite him to be the permanent honorary city lord. "
Looking at this luxuriously dressed middle-aged councilor looking at him calmly, President Grant was taken aback for a moment before smiling.
"Heh, you aren't stupid. I understand, you are afraid. You are afraid that after the old city lord abdicates, the young new city lord won't be able to protect you in the chaotic underground world. You want to force Anne to leave so that the old city lord can be the so-called honorary city lord and continue to be your protector? "
"It is good that you can understand. By then, you will be the future head of the Internal Affairs Department …"
"Shameless!!"
A mouthful of saliva was spat on Kahn's face. In an instant, the kind face of the boss of Gold Jade Jewelry twisted.
"You want to chase away someone else's adopted daughter and then make others fight for you, shameless people! To think that you dare to think of it, to think that you have the face to say it, I am ashamed to be on the same side as you!! "
The councilors wanted to say something but the furious old president didn't stop his criticism. His right hand pointed at an energetic old gentleman.
"Lullus! 50 years ago, because of your father's crime, your entire family became slaves and were sold to Chrome City as sacrifices for the evil cult. It was the kind old city lord who risked his relationship with Chrome City to personally save you. I still remember that you were still a child then. You cried while kowtowing, 'I will never forget the grace of saving my life'. Is this how you repay the kindness? "
"Tuen! Your father died in the line of duty for Sulfur Mountain City and you always appear in front of the citizens as the descendant of a hero. Hmph! Descendant of a hero? A deserter who deserted the battlefield and was killed by a stray bullet! Do you have any shame? Seeing that your family needed a pension, Lord Marguerite gave him an honorable death! Is this how you repay Lord's mercy? "
"Sudenan! You, one of the three young heroes of our council, had a pitiful life. Your family of 13 was exterminated and you were the only one who survived. Let me ask you, who personally made a move and spent half a year to track down the culprit and bring him back to trial to avenge you? Who arranged for you to be an adult? You can't answer? Don't you specialize in long speeches and stirring up public opinion? Let me tell you, it was Lord Wumianzhe who you scolded as the devil! "
"Carter! You are cursed by your family bloodline, if not for the Great Saint … "
"Lunas! You … "
"And you! Kahn! Let me ask you, back then, you were cheated to the point of bankruptcy? Who was the one who helped you get back a portion of your family's assets and got the Administrative Council to vouch for you? Do you think that with your old face, those goblins would lend you money? You owe Lord Marguerite and Lord Wumianzhe a favor at the same time and you still have the face to rebel against them? "
One after another, the council members were scolded but no one dared to raise their heads. After all, sometimes, in front of an old man who knows them well, it is hard for a guilty person to raise his head. Sometimes, even the wicked know that justice is in the hearts of the people.
"You shameless fellows, you seem to have forgotten where you are. This is Sulfur Mountain City, the cursed underground world. Without the protection of the city lord and the others for a hundred years, you powerless fellows would have long become the slaves and food of the strong … "
"Enough, there is no need for you, the most mediocre old man in the history of the council, we will do it ourselves!"
Not only from embarrassment but also from anger, the flushed Kahn turned around and left.
The other council members lowered their heads, not daring to look at their colleague's face as they followed Kahn out. To them who have their masks exposed, every second they stay here is like being cut by a knife.
But the sarcasm of the old man came from behind.
"Mediocre? I am indeed mediocre and foolish, but do you know that I have created a record in the council? "
Although no one replied, upon hearing the record of the council, all the council members stopped in their tracks.
"Me, Grant Baal, this mediocre old man, has been in office for 13 years, the second longest serving head of the council. I even wanted to challenge my father Baal's record of 16 years. Unfortunately, it has been ruined by you all. "
This head who is famous for being muddleheaded in the city, at this moment, his face is flushed and he is in high spirits. Not only is he not muddleheaded at all, his gaze towards his colleague is filled with a strange emotion. That is … sympathy?
"Hmph, it is just living for a long time, what is there to be proud of!"
"Ha, of course it is there to be proud of. The previous head Li Wensi, an Easterner who is skilled in both the pen and the sword. Under the pressure, he planned to reduce the number of members in the council. In the end? … He died. After 3 years in office, he was turned into a zombie by a passing Necromancer. "
"The previous previous head Karloven, an expert in public speeches, he was highly praised by the citizens. He once organized demonstrations and forced the Head of Administration Marguerite to give in several times. He was hailed as the true uncrowned king of Sulfur Mountain City. In the end? … He died after 3 years in office. His stomach was sliced open by a petty thief and his intestines flowed all over the floor. He died in a deserted alley. "
Kahn and the other council members were still filled with impatience just a moment ago, but now, their entire body is covered in sweat and their backs are cold.
"The previous previous deputy head Ben, hehe, the previous head Kaya was from the City Lord's faction. In the end, he started a rumor that he was having a relationship with a woman, forcing her to commit suicide. Ben is indeed a talent, he did it so flawlessly that even the rabid dogs of the legal system couldn't find any evidence. In the end? … He was dragged into a bar fight and went missing for 20 years. But every year on the anniversary of Kaya's death, there would be an additional body part of a man in front of her grave as an offering. The year before last, it was a right hand finger. On it was Ben that old fellow's copper ring, hehe. "
At this moment, all of the council members turn their heads in fear. They don't dare to look down on the old fellow who could be buried any moment now.
"Could it be Adam and the rest who did it!! I thought they were good people … "
"Lord Marguerite and the old City Lord are indeed good people. But do you know, the Wumianzhe that you all scold as a cunning devil, what was he first called? "
"What?"
"The executioner of the law that is even more evil than the devil. This is used to describe his invisible hand. As long as someone crosses the line and tramples on the law, no matter who it is, he will cut them down with a 'ka la'. Do you think that you all are the only ones who know how to incite, change the public opinion and control the people's will? Which lord can even change the memories of others? What is the big deal about changing the rumors in the direction they wish? "
"My old man, Old Barr, the longest-serving council member in history, only said one sentence to me before he died. Do you all know what it is? "
How would these council members who are filled with fear have the guts to reply him? Their faces are as pale as a corpse and the leader, Kahn, roars angrily.
"Old fellow! I am not interested in knowing … "
But the old council member shakes his head and continues speaking with a face full of reminiscence.
"He said to me, 'Sulfur Mountain City is the paradise of the underground world, but that is because there is a devil who does all the dirty work on himself. He got rid of all the dirty things that aren't as evil as him, so his face is as clean and beautiful as heaven. If you want to become a council member in the future, it is very simple. Be a little dumb and don't have ambitions that surpass your own capabilities. Then, the fools in front of you will die and you will be able to rise to the position. ' Ha, he is right. The two of us who have lived the longest are probably the most mediocre council members in history. "
At this moment, Kahn doesn't have the arrogance from before. He opens his mouth wide and takes in deep breaths, like a toad that has come ashore. He feels as though an invisible chain is quietly placed on his neck. That coldness that is close to death makes one suffocate.
"Right, the rest of you should be with Chrome City. Do you all think that by colluding with the Underground Alliance, you can defeat the three heads? Become the future nobles and royalty? Hehe, you all have never seen a real war, naive children. No matter who wins or loses, the first to be eliminated is you despicable traitors. "
"Old fellow!!"
The rash Sudenan punches the old council member's face. Council Member Grant smashes onto the table. His spectacles are broken and the corners of his mouth and eyes are covered in blood. But he smiles in satisfaction.
"Hehe, why do you think I said so much to you all? Am I not afraid of the news spreading? It is because I want to live, fools! Is that so? Lord Wumianzhe, the dead won't leak secrets. Since these stupid snakes are out of their holes, it is about time to pull in the net. "
"Pa, pa, pa." That is a weird clap that sounds like bones colliding. But at this moment, in the ears of the council members, it is a note of death.
A slender figure walks out from the shadows. Under the silver mask is a pair of cold red eyes. That weird clap comes from the crystal ball in the hands of the Enforcer.
"Silver Rose! The head of the intelligence organization [Observer]! Sulfur Mountain City's Underground Queen! " The sudden appearance of Wumianzhe's trusted aide, the infamous Intelligence Queen, smashes the last line of defense of the council members.
"You, you …"
Looking at the agitated council member who is pointing at her rudely, Silver Rose frowns, seemingly a little dissatisfied. "Pa cha" With a snap of her fingers, the invisible threads in the room tightens.
The next second, all of the council members feel their necks being tightened. That invisible rope hangs them up to the sky.
Yes, from the start, the invisible shackles that Kahn felt wasn't an illusion … As traitors, they have been sentenced to — death!
"Ugh!!" A few seconds later, like a fish that was hung up on the shore, the struggling council members calmed down one by one. Eternal peace …
Seeing his colleague suddenly hanged to death, old Grant's face is filled with anxiety.
But the voice from the crystal ball makes him relax.
"Looks like I have underestimated you and your father. Forget it, at least I am satisfied with you. If you don't want to see your son die, then you better take good care of that grandson of yours who always uses your name to cause trouble. Oh right, good luck in the next election, I look forward to your election. "
Silver Rose still doesn't even bat an eye. After bowing, she takes a step back and disappears into the shadows.
The old council member who is leaning on the table, panting heavily. However, he is the only living person in the room …
"Haha, haha!! I survived! I survived! "
Even though Silver Rose has already walked out of the building, the old man's laughter after surviving a calamity can still be heard …
The current Sulfur Mountain City is in complete chaos. The escaped criminals and the private soldiers of the big merchants are smashing and robbing. Outside the city, the Dark Elves and the elite troops are preparing to sneak in. It seems that the heaven of the Underground World has turned into hell.
At the same time, on top of a tall tower, I am looking at the chaos and devastation below me. Behind me, the Head of the Hall of Law Xueti, the Head of the Hall of Law Kale and the Head of the Hall of Judgement Kevin are looking at the tragedy below angrily.
"Alright, alright, don't look so bitter. It is almost rotting to the bones. If we don't shed some blood, how are we going to cut off the rotten flesh? If we don't get beaten until our heads bleed, how would we remember the pain? In order to imprint the desire for peace in the minds of these fools, for the stability and peace of Sulfur Mountain City for the next 30 years, just bear with it. Furthermore, our men have already started to move. Things will turn for the better soon. "
When Silver Rose, un, who is my Head Maid Eliza, appears in front of me again, I know that the situation has changed.
"Un? Those fools really colluded with the other Underground Cities. The army is going to enter the city? Hehe, the Four Heavenly Kings, we have some fun. Let's go and play together. "
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