When the armoured man and woman heard this, they stared intently at Fang Niannian.
"What kind of joke is this? The contract of this city has been sold long ago. You've come to the wrong place if you think you can make use of some documents to cheat us!" The woman with the helmet said coldly. Her tone was filled with killing intent.
"We are from the Imperial Capital." Zhu Minglang walked over and sized up the attire of the man and woman, as well as the group of armoured soldiers behind them. He then said, "This house used to belong to you. Are you residents of Runyu City?"
The armoured man was obviously more amiable. He walked over and explained, "Runyu City was built by my father. At that time, he led a mighty army and eradicated a group of Mourning Dragons that were entrenched in this place. He also built the first watchtower on the brown land of Runyu City. That battle caused a sensation in the ten nations."
"I heard that the first person to build this city was called the Hu Tribe. Are you a member of the Hu Tribe?" Hao Ye asked.
When they were in the nearby villages and relay stations, Hao Ye had already asked around about this place.
"Yes, this is my younger sister, Hu Bailing. I am Hu Chongming. The two of us siblings were originally the heirs of Runyu City, but due to various reasons, our father had no choice but to sell off Runyu City to Divine Mortal Academy. However, logically speaking, the deed for Runyu City should be in the hands of Divine Mortal Academy. Why would it be in your hands? If you are not a swindler, can you let us take a look at the deed for the city? My father's signature is on it." The man who claimed to be Hu Chongming was rather courteous as he asked politely.
Since Fang Niannian had already mentioned the contract, Zhu Minglang had nothing to hide. After all, the contract was not worth much. Every force in this place was like a pack of wolves, tigers, and leopards. Who would care about a piece of paper?
Zhu Minglang took out the contract of Runyu City.
According to the explanation of the man from the Hu Tribe, Divine Mortal Academy should have placed this contract in Mechanical City as a resource for the disciples of the various major forces.
When the contract was presented, the Hu siblings immediately came over to take a look. After reading it, their expressions changed!
The brother and sister looked at each other. After a long time, Hu Bailing looked at Zhu Minglang and the others and said in astonishment, "Are you really the appointed Castellan?"
"This Runyu City contract has even been sealed by the dynasty." A man with a mustache said in surprise. He was the only one in the group who wasn't wearing armor. Judging from his attire, he should be a military advisor.
"Did Dynasty send you guys here?" Hu Chongming also saw the 'no' stamp on the land deed.
This land deed was absolutely authentic. It had their father's signature on it, as well as their brother and sister's thumbprints!
However, they had never thought that this document would actually end up in the Imperial Capital.
"You can understand it that way," Zhu Minglang said.
"How about it? I've already told you. You're the ones who should scram." Fang Niannian was unforgiving.
Hu Bailing and Hu Chongming revealed an awkward expression.
It had been a long time since Runyu City had a true ruler. Many of the city's lands had been taken over by other powers and became their own territories. They were indeed the original owners of this residence. However, after a few wars, Runyu City's final owner naturally belonged to the victor and the owner of the contract.
"There's a large dilapidated house beside this courtyard. You can live in it after cleaning it up. If you don't mind, you can stay there," Zhu Minglang said.
"This brother, the contract is no longer of much use. Furthermore, this place is far more dangerous than you think. Appointing a Castellan here is no different from sending yourself to the guillotine. Furthermore, you only have so few people …" Hu Chongming's tone became more courteous.
"If you have something to say, just say it," Zhu Minglang said.
"Why don't you sell this land deed to me? At that time, my father was indeed foolish and sold this city. However, who would have thought that it would be trampled by other countries and turned into such a terrible state? My brother and sister have been recruiting soldiers and buying horses for the past few years in hopes of regaining control of Runyu City. If you can sell this land deed to us, our Hu Clan can be considered to have a legitimate reason to take over this city. It will also be more helpful for the reconstruction of the people's livelihood in the future," Hu Chongming stepped forward and sincerely said to Zhu Minglang.
"You plan to seize the city? With just this few people? " Fang Niannian glanced over. From the siblings to the armored soldiers behind them, there were only one or two hundred people!
How could one or two hundred people seize the city?
Just now, when they walked through the streets of Runyu City, there were many different forces stationed on both sides of the streets. There were several thousands of people. If not for the fact that Fang Niannian knew about the chaotic battlefield here, he would have thought that he had entered an army camp!
"Although we don't have many people, all of us are elites. Furthermore, even if we want to take over Runyu City, we have to do it step by step. First, we have to occupy a place in the city and then slowly drive away those weaker forces. We have a longer term plan and this is only the first step," Hu Chongming said.
"What about the City Lord's Seal? How do you plan to take it back?" Zhu Minglang asked.
"Of course we will take over the City Lord's position. If the City Lord's position is not changed within a month, we can rightfully ask for it from God Mortal Academy. God Mortal Academy is not one of those tyrannical warlords. I believe that they will return it to us." Hu Chongming said seriously.
Zhu Minglang looked at Hao Ye.
Hao Ye was at a loss. He did not know what his Junior Uncle's gaze meant.
Zhu Minglang rolled his eyes. Hao Ye was too inflexible!
He turned his gaze to Nan Yu Suo. Indeed, Master Dragon Husbandry's sister-in-law was exceptionally intelligent. She immediately understood Zhu Minglang's intentions. She blinked her big eyes and said softly, "If we are the City Lord, why don't we support someone to be the City Lord?"
Governing and managing was indeed an extremely troublesome matter. Especially since they did not have a foothold in the city.
Rather than taking over the city, taking the City Lord's Seal and leaving, it was indeed better to choose someone to be the City Lord. It would be much easier for them to assist in the dark.
"We will not sell the contract, but we can use the City Lord's Seal to exchange for it." Zhu Minglang said.
"Brother, the City Lord's Seal is actually just a symbol. It's just an expensive collectible. What use do you have for it?"
"We naturally have a use for it." Zhu Minglang said.
"But it will take us at least a year to three years to take over the Rainwater City. Why don't you give us the contract first? Our Hu Clan can expand under the guise of rebuilding the Rainwater City. It might be faster that way," Hu Chongming said.
"It's fine, we will help you. It won't take that long," Zhu Minglang said.
"Huh? You only have … "Hu Chongming counted on the spot. He soon finished counting and said," There are only five of you. "
"Seven!" Fang Niannian corrected him angrily.
"I am Master Dragon Husbandry. They are members of my team," Zhu Minglang said with a smile.
"That's still a shabby team …" Hu Bailing said grumpily.
"I am the rightful City Lord and hold the contract in my hands. The clan that you belong to is the one that built this city. We have the intention to take back everything that we have lost. Why do you want to let those foul things occupy the city?" Zhu Minglang said.
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