Astartes of the Bear School

Chapter 1540 1512. Management Talent

The papers rustled in the witcher's hands.

This piece of paper, which is currently worth a lot of money, seemed so small and cramped in his palm.

Not only is the paper itself valuable, but the content written on it also makes this piece of paper valuable in the entire Japanese archipelago!
Saito Dosan's handwritten petition.

Lushan City will be temporarily handed over to Lan En for management.

There was no specific date written, only that 'I will make other arrangements when I come back'.

Generally speaking, after obtaining this kind of power of attorney, the holder will subconsciously have a thought from the dark side of his heart: If Saito Dosan cannot come back, will the legal term of this power of attorney be permanent?

But Lan En never even thought about such boring things.

Just like he was now casually playing with the letter of appointment, not taking it seriously.

Fujiyoshiro's Adam's apple rolled up and down, and it was unclear whether he was excited or nervous. His eyes were fixed on the letter of authorization that Lan En was playing with casually.

For example, this thin piece of paper in Lan En's hand is much more precious than anything else in his eyes!

After Saito Dosan and Hanbei left, A Xiu had also gotten up and was brought here by the servants to have breakfast.

It was not known whether it was a deliberate arrangement by Saito Dosan to gather all of Lan En's team in one place to give them time to discuss how to manage the city.

But in fact, Lan En didn't feel any pressure at all about managing the city. Instead, the scene in front of him gave him a headache.

"Half-demon. And a princess?"

Wu Ming looked at Ah Xiu who was sitting opposite him having a meal. Her cold and arrogant temperament, which rarely showed emotions, was now basically just cold.

The demon hunters Chu Yeshi are a group that is held together by their hatred for demons.

One can imagine Wuming’s attitude towards monsters.

Wu Ming's naked hostility also made Ah Xiu frown, and judging from her shoulders, her muscles were tense.

Ah Xiu is kind-hearted, but in these troubled times, kind people will protect themselves even more.

If Wu Ming wanted to take action, even though Ah Xiu had been dazed and still in shock from last night until now, she would definitely fight back without showing any weakness.

Fortunately, someone on the scene prevented the hostility from escalating further.

"Please calm down, Wuming."

Lan En placed the letter of authorization in his hand on the tatami at his feet and spoke softly.

"A Xiu is not a monster, and has never done anything bad."

Lan En's guarantee did stop Wu Ming's hostility.

The demon hunter frowned, still subconsciously looking at A Xiu with disgust and vigilance, then turned to look at Lan En.

Finally, he nodded with difficulty: "If it's what you say, I can barely believe it. But I will keep an eye on you, half-demon. If you lose control or reveal your monster nature."

Wuming didn't finish her words, but everyone present knew what she meant next.

Seeing that the other party's hostility had been reduced and contained, Ah Xiu's body also relaxed.

Wuming's expression was slightly surprised, because she didn't expect that this half-demon had such a good temper and was not easily irritated.

This made Wu Ming, who had originally prepared to "since we have a bad relationship, we might as well just look at each other coldly from now on", feel like he had punched cotton and felt uncomfortable all over.

With her cold and arrogant personality, if you really confront her, she will definitely not give in. But once she softens, there is nothing she can do.

Lan En can easily grasp her temper and personality, but is Xiu a typical example of someone who is naturally good at overcoming tsundere?

Feeling frustrated, Wu Ming turned around awkwardly and changed the topic to Lan En.

"You are a city lord now, although it's only an acting one."

As soon as this topic comes up, Fujiyoshiro immediately becomes full of energy!
"Yes, yes!" Fujikichiro, who was just a spirit stone merchant the day before, was now very excited, "Lord Lan En! This Lushan City will now obey your orders!"

Lan En paused for a moment as he took the letter of authorization back into his hand. He looked at Fujiyoshiro with his cat's eyes, and seemed to suddenly feel some interest and curiosity.

"I'm new here, and I need help to manage a city. Fujikichiro, although we haven't known each other for long, I have to admit that I admire your performance in the Thirteen Sakura Village, so... are you interested in helping?"

Toukichiro opened his mouth, his throat choked, and he stared at Lan En.

To be honest, although he followed Lan En all the way to Lushan City, he was actually unsure whether the noble man in his eyes would be attracted to him.

After all, he was just a poor boy from a farming family, who had some skills in finding spirit stones.

Family background, fame, talent... I have none of those things.

But even so, if you still value yourself and are willing to give yourself a chance.
Then he suddenly bowed down and said, "I will do anything for you, even if I die!"

"It's not about life or death." Lan En put the letter of appointment on the table. "I'm a little interested in what you are going to do. Can you tell me? If I need your help."

Fujikichiro maintained his sitting posture and raised his head nervously.

Because of his overly nervous mind and over-active brain, his face turned red in the blink of an eye and sweat appeared on his forehead. "It's a human! Sir!"

It is a skill to apply one's limited knowledge to the current situation and seek solutions. And Fujikichiro's ability comes quickly and efficiently.

He had a vague sense of uncertainty in his heart, but on the surface he appeared firm and calm. All in all, in Lan En's eyes, he was just like a gambler.

"If you want to manage this city, you must understand and control the people who originally ran the city! This is how I understand it! The root of everything is people!"

Fujiyoshiro's life experience is currently limited to that of a self-employed traveling merchant. Only in recent years has his guardian spirit [Divine Monkey]'s ability to find spirit stones made a small leap forward, and he has become a spirit stone merchant.

In his experience, even in a village, interpersonal relationships can be complex and intertwined.

Not to mention cities like Lushan City.

This city was built quite a long time ago, and it is almost certain that the relationships within it are complicated and intertwined.

As the lord of Mino, Saito Dosan made this place his own retirement castle, and of course no one could say anything.

But an airborne interim city lord wants to have a say? And also wants to make some "reform achievements"?
It is certain that no one will confront it head-on, but it is also certain that there will be passive resistance, procrastination, and lip service.

This was when Saito Dosan had just gone out and the conflict with Saito Yoshitatsu had not been brought to the surface.

Once the conflict between the former daimyo and the current daimyo breaks out, it is not impossible for the old forces in Lushan Castle to confront them head-on.

Although Fujiyoshiro's experience is limited, his talent and aptitude allow him to make rapid progress through rapid thinking, and his on-the-spot performance exceeds his limits!
"So, you prefer to meet people first?"

Lan En nodded, but did not express whether he supported or opposed Fujikichiro's opinion.

Fujiyoshiro felt a little uneasy, not knowing what Lan En was thinking.

But after he opened his mouth, he did not dare to say more, because he had already expressed his meaning very clearly. If he continued, he would only annoy people.

Moreover, the letter of appointment only arrived in Lan En's hands today, and Saito Dosan was completely in a hurry. It was a fantasy to take over a city, and it had to be done slowly and not in a hurry, which was unrealistic.

"Then I will go to each family to test their opinions first?"

Fujiyoshiro had no idea what Lan En was thinking and felt uneasy. He didn't know whether his performance just now was good or bad.

So he suppressed his anxiety, put on a calm and resolute expression, and threw himself into his work.

"Of course you can go, Fujikichiro, but there is one thing." Lan En said casually, "You don't have to call yourself a 'villain'."

The demon hunter tapped his chest and looked at the other person: "Even in front of me."

Fujiyoshiro fell to the ground, looking up blankly.

In the end, he bowed his head vigorously and left the room in a hurry.

After Fujiyoshiro left, the two women looked at his back strangely.

I don't understand why he has such big mood swings.

As far as their living standards are concerned, they are of course no different from Fujiyoshiro before.

But they both have the ability to kill monsters and people, and their jobs don't require them to consider other people's opinions.

How could he be like Fujiyoshiro, who was a businessman who specialized in dealing with people and had to smile even when being called a "monkey"?
I have to give a thumbs up and say, "You are a very discerning person, sir. I, Fujiyoshiro, have traveled all over the country, and this nickname suits me best, no doubt about it."

The three of them have different needs for the emotion of "self-esteem".

Lan En fully noticed this difference.

In fact, he had two considerations when taking over Lushan City.

First, he had indeed confirmed through contact that the rumored "Mino Viper" Saito Dosan was actually a person who was not greedy for power, but instead wanted to calm down the disputes in the world.

This made him feel somewhat favorable towards Saito Dosan.

Moreover, he is Ah Xiu's father, and he promised Ah Xiu that he would suppress and take care of her if she might lose control due to transformation into a monster.

It didn't seem like a big deal to help A Xiu's father at the same time.

Secondly, it is the experience of managing a city.

Lan En did not forget that in the magical medieval world, a war was in full swing with the front lines opened again.

The free city that he had agreed upon with Iorveth, one of the leaders of the Scoia'tael, and the green dragon lady Sakia who had transformed into a human form was undoubtedly still shrouded in the shadow of war.

When preparing for the collaboration, Lan En actually had it very clear in mind.

Neither of these two people looks like management talent, so there is no way they can set up the framework of a free city.

In the end, you still have to do it yourself.

He also has sufficient confidence and ability, but it would be safer if he could practice in Lushan City.

(End of this chapter)