CHAPTER 1105: CHAPTER 740: WE MUST MAKE LONG-TERM PLANS

About two days later, the City Lord Mansion really sent someone over.

"Family Head, someone from the City Lord Mansion has arrived..."

On this day, Wang Yang was discussing future matters with Bo Fengchen, when unexpectedly, a servant hurriedly rushed in.

This left Bo Fengchen feeling very surprised; Wang Yang was right after all, the City Lord Mansion indeed compromised.

After a pause, Bo Fengchen said, "Let him in."

The last General entered, and he was alone without a second person accompanying him.

"Ah, it’s the General."

Bo Fengchen did a great job with formalities, immediately standing to greet him.

Wang Yang, on the side, remained seated without any intention of moving.

"Head of the Bo Family, you’re too kind."

The General also smiled faintly, then sat beside Wang Yang.

The General cast his gaze on Wang Yang, seemingly trying to discern Wang Yang’s identity.

Unfortunately, after a long look, he was unable to figure out Wang Yang’s background.

What he never imagined was that this person before him was the ruler of the Free Heaven Country!

Bo Fengchen asked knowingly, "General, what brings you here this time?"

Moreover, he poured a cup of hot tea for the General, who awkwardly smiled and accepted it.

Then he began to speak, "Family Head, indeed what our City Lord Mansion did earlier was somewhat inappropriate, but I believe you are a generous person who wouldn’t take it to heart, would you?"

Bo Fengchen immediately played dumb, "What’s the meaning of this, General? Where has the City Lord done anything wrong that would cause our Bo Family to hold a grudge?"

Seeing Bo Fengchen pretending ignorance, the General’s mouth twitched slightly, clearly intending to make a bold offer.

"Ahem, Family Head, let’s not talk such muddled words anymore, here..."

The General’s gaze landed on Wang Yang, essentially asking Bo Fengchen if it was convenient to speak freely.

"General, rest assured, the three of us can speak without reservations."

Bo Fengchen was feigning ignorance, not truly ignorant, naturally understanding what the other party wanted to say.

"Since that’s the case, then the Family Head should speak plainly; the matter between the Free Heaven Country and the Bo Family must eventually find a balance point. Continuing would be of no benefit to any of the three parties, wouldn’t you agree?"

Bo Fengchen did not expect the other party to truly speak openly.

Thus, he put down his teacup, "The General is right. Previously, we’ve had both open and covert struggles, each suffering losses, what’s the benefit?"

The General said nothing, and Bo Fengchen continued, "Our Bo Family and the City Lord Mansion have cooperated for three hundred years, yet now you wish to sever ties once the bridge is crossed; such behavior is unfitting for allies!"

The more Bo Fengchen spoke, the angrier he felt.

The Bo Family and the City Lord Mansion have cooperated for so long, yet the other party wants to replace them, which is intolerable for anyone.

Bo Fengchen’s tone turned cold: "Our collaboration with the Free Heaven Country was a move forced by the City Lord Mansion."

The General quickly said, "The Family Head is right, and we’ve realized this, hence the desire to repair the situation; please give us this opportunity."

"General, you must understand that killing someone is easy, but saving them is extremely difficult."

Bo Fengchen shook his head, "Even if you wish to fix things now, the Free Heaven Country is inevitably involved; how will you balance that?"

"This..."

The General hesitated, "I came with the City Lord’s intention. If possible, how about the three parties negotiate together?"

Bo Fengchen did not immediately respond, "Well, I must consider this thoroughly."

"If the Free Heaven Country and the Family Head are willing, then we’ll be waiting at the City Lord Mansion."

The General was a smart person, refrained from talking excessively, and promptly left the place.

After the General left, Wang Yang slowly spoke, "Family Head, what do you think?"

Bo Fengchen looked at Wang Yang, "How about you, Your Majesty?"

"I think it’s entirely feasible. Since we want to coexist, naturally we need to negotiate."

"Why?"

"Firstly, we, the Free Heaven Country, are not a public-facing organization. Even if we pose a significant threat to Yuan Water Capital, at the end of the day, we are still a covert organization."

Bo Fengchen nodded; that indeed was a major reason...

If the Free Heaven Country pushes Yuan Water Capital too far, once they report to the State City, all efforts will be for naught.

As a family cooperating with the Free Heaven Country, the Bo Family would surely suffer as well.

"Secondly, everyone should make money together; that’s the real way to do business. Even if the State City isn’t alerted, a desperate outcome wouldn’t benefit anyone."

"Lastly, it’s our Free Heaven Country’s private intention; we don’t want this matter to escalate further. If we can offer some minor benefits to allow the City Lord Mansion to settle, that would be desirable."

After thinking for a moment, Bo Fengchen said, "Your Majesty speaks wisely. In that case, we shall personally go to the City Lord Mansion to discuss."

On this day, the City Lord Mansion was far from ordinary.

The atmosphere inside was incredibly tense, except for several Generals and Hai Fengping.

Seated opposite were only Wang Yang and Bo Fengchen.

A General paused, as he recognized Wang Yang only by his capacity within the Bo Family.