Chapter 443： Border news

Chapter 443 Frontier Knowledge

Following Prince Dazlet's public speech in the Firemark Square, the news that the empire was about to go to war with the United Kingdom of Anlong spread rapidly throughout the territory.

Countless newspapers with the title of "War in the West" or related content were printed from factories large and small, and delivered to the people of the empire through the media of newsboys.

Many complex emotions such as excitement, expectation, and worry have gathered into an invisible force called "the atmosphere of the times", which inadvertently fills every corner.

Rich people frequently discuss the topic of the Western War at dinners and parties, and they are always paying attention to the progress of the incident bit by bit. Among them, many high-ranking people have strong confidence in the empire, and have even begun to sell real estate and stocks, planning to flock to that territory to do business as soon as the war is over.

Compared to this kind of people who have the courage to put all their eggs in one basket, the vast majority of politicians and wealthy businessmen have the idea of ​​taking advantage of the opportunity to make money.

Various non-governmental associations, under the tandem of undercurrents, began to solicit donations, most of which were stuffed into their own pockets, and a fraction was donated to the government for free, in the name of adding strength to the war.

As for the civilians at the bottom, although they don't care much about the so-called Western War, they often participate in discussions involuntarily in crowded places. Even express some "unique" views, which often lead to ridicule from some gentlemen and ladies.

In the Cuisul Empire, the performances of various strata were different, like a pot of chemicals reacting violently under the action of a catalyst.

But no matter what, even if this phenomenon is not unprecedented, it is a major event other than the red disaster in the past century, which affects the hearts of countless people.

Seven days passed in a flash.

The smoke of war has permeated the whole territory.

Residents of Huangbang and Zongbang who are close to the western border can frequently see large carriages transporting equipment and supplies whizzing by during this period of time. There are countless troops assembled.

Accompanied by the whistling of the whistle, the steam from the locomotive seems to intertwine with the yellow sand all over the sky, converging into an invisible barrier.

Solar calendar May 18, 4420, in the afternoon.

Chen Lun arrived at Vulture City in Huangbang with his troops.

His first impression of this city was that it was dry and hot, and densely windy and sandy. As for the so-called local conditions and customs, in three words—

Dirty and messy!

Sitting in a carriage and sweeping the scene along the way, bungalows made of various simple stones can be seen everywhere, dark local residents wearing white linen shirts, wandering around the rough streets like walking dead, scrawny children playing Mud and bugs, stare at those eyes that are either confused or terrified, watching more and more strangers break into this land.

Chen Lun was not surprised by this. After all, Huangbang was on the border, and Vulture City was close to the border of the empire. Outside the city wall to the west, you could see the wheat fields of the Principality of Aco after dozens of miles of desert.

The environment here is harsh and there is a lack of materials. Even though the railway tracks have been laid in recent years and the transportation has gradually become convenient, the local development is still difficult to keep up with areas such as Gemstone State and Rock State.

In order to get familiar with the environment as soon as possible, Chen Lun hired a local guide who spoke Cuisul fluently for only a "high price" of 50 silver crowns.

This is a young girl in her mid-twenties named Singer. Her skin is wheat-colored, her long black hair is tied into a ponytail, and she always has an optimistic smile on her face, which is impressive.

This is also the reason why Chen Lun caught her in the "talent market" on the street.

"Have you been to Gem State to study?"

Chen Lun sat in the carriage, glanced at the "resume" in his hand, and raised his head to ask.

The two pages in her hand recorded some of Singer's personal information, all of which were handwritten by herself, which looked rather crude.

"Yes, sir, I have studied in Hinoba College in Amber City, Gem State, for two years, and I have seen the prosperous scene in the interior..."

Singer sat stiffly on the chair of the carriage, clasped his hands together, raised his head nervously and said.

Chen Lun frowned, he didn't expect such a coincidence.

‘I went to the same technical college as Connie, I don’t know if I’m a classmate...’

Connie did not follow the crowd this time, but stayed in Wangcheng, otherwise the two might have some common topics.

Chen Lun looked at the other party's embarrassed look, then turned to Morey and said:

"Pour her a glass of juice."

"Yes, Mr. Jack."

Morey wore a black suit of high-end fabrics and a bowler hat. He looked like an upper-class gentleman, but beside Chen Lun, he looked like an ordinary attendant.

After he bowed his head to answer, he turned around and took out a beautiful glass bottle from the freezer inside the carriage, poured the golden and clear iced orange juice into the glass, and handed it to Singer.

The latter was suddenly at a loss, and quickly refused:

"No... No need, sir, this is too expensive, just give me a glass of water."

"Don't be so nervous, it's just a glass of juice."

Chen Lun smiled.

He knows that local supplies are scarce, and fresh water is quite expensive. Only a very small number of dignitaries can enjoy such a glass of juice.

Singer still didn't dare to take the glass, and kept his head down without speaking.

Chen Lun shook his head, half-jokingly said:

"It seems that Miss Singer is not very happy to serve me."

"No it's not, sir."

The woman quickly raised her head and said.

"Then take the cup, my subordinates' hands are sore."

Chen Lun raised his hand to signal.

Singer looked at his smile, his wheat-colored cheeks flushed involuntarily, and he took the glass carefully.

"Thanks."

"It can be seen that you actually have many opportunities to continue to develop in Gemland, but you gave up. Why?"

Chen Lun put away the paper and handed it to Floyd behind him.

"Sir, this place is too backward, I want to come back to help and make this place as prosperous as those big cities..."

Singer nodded, then shook his head with a wry smile.

"But I overestimated my ability a bit. Many local companies look down on me, and the knowledge I learned at Hinoba Academy is difficult to use."

Chen Lun secretly shook his head.

There are countless examples like Singh in Huangbang and Zongbang. They are not caused by the lack of talents, but by multiple factors such as geographical environment, economic environment and infrastructure.

Many colleges and universities in big cities train students based on the needs of the industrial system, and put them in backward places, which are not suitable at all.

So "college students" like Singer can only live on the streets and do odd jobs in the end.

At this time, the carriage passed a spacious road, and the bungalows on both sides gradually disappeared, replaced by huge dilapidated warehouses, the doors were almost all open, there were many carts and stalls at the door, and some men in turbans and cloaks gather here.

Chen Lun noticed the changes outside the car window and asked curiously:

"What is this place?"

Singer glanced out the window and explained:

"In the gun market, most second-hand or even older firearms can be bought here at cheap prices... In addition, there are various ordnance and bombs."

Seeing Chen Lun's expression of interest, she continued to add:

"Behind those warehouses, there are usually private clinics, but most of the doctors are part-time bosses, and basically have no medical license. Apart from performing some trauma surgeries, they sell addictive stimulants... This kind of thing is sold in Vulture City. very popular."

Chen Lun nodded to express his understanding.

"Is it because of looting?"

"Yes, sir."

Singer was a little surprised. He didn't expect the other party to know the essential reason.

"Because Vulture City is on the border, even with the presence of the Imperial Army, some gangsters from the United Kingdom of Anlong came here to carry out looting and various atrocities... Here, almost every household has more than one gun. , even if they have difficulty getting enough food and clothing.”

She said, with complex emotions such as anger, sadness and distress on her face.

Chen Lun sighed secretly.

In fact, he has already known the basic situation of the border through the intelligence files, but this is different from his own personal investigation.

'This is the festering corner of the empire... Vulture City is more chaotic and backward than remote areas like Emerald Town, and how can the dignitaries in big cities pay attention to such places. '

In addition to problems such as the proliferation of arms and illegal drugs, the human trafficking here is also quite rampant. Many local women and children often disappear for no reason. .

The border of the empire can be said to be an extremely chaotic area. It's not that the officials can't control it, but they don't want to. So much so that one-third of the extraordinary people and forces on the empire's most wanted list are from the border area.

Chen Lun fell into silence, watching the scene along the way through the window.

He found that at this moment, many players and military personnel had arrived, and the figures of these people appeared in the streets and alleys and various storefronts.

"what time is it?"

Chen Lun asked suddenly.

By the side, Morey raised his hand, glanced at his watch, and whispered in a low voice:

"Mr. Jack, it's already one twenty in the afternoon."

"Let's go to dinner first, and then gather the manpower."

Chen Lun nodded.

He then asked Singer about famous local hotels, and the latter quickly reported several place names, as well as the dishes and environment of their respective signs.

"Then go to the Yobani Grand Hotel."

Chen Lun chose one of them and asked Singer to tell Golov, who was driving the carriage, the specific route.

A moment later, Singer returned to the carriage and cautiously reminded:

"Sir, the Yobani Hotel is the property of the Bloody Hand."

"I know."

Chen Lun smiled.

Singer looked surprised.

The "Blood Hand" she called was a local gang organization, whose main business was selling arms, but what she didn't know was that there was an extraordinary force behind the "Blood Hand".

Chen Lun is planning to find this "local snake" to inquire about some deeper information.

Half an hour later.

The carriage drove through the rough and uneven streets, and finally came to the entrance of a large four-story hotel. The signboard of this building reads a huge "Yorbani", and the walls are painted with light yellow paint powder .

Chen Lun got out of the carriage with a silver cane.

Froy and other team cadres followed closely behind, followed by two carriages, which also stopped one after another, and Frey, Akbin and other members of staff came down from above.

"There are a lot of extraordinary people inside, the number is about thirty, and there are some scattered around. There are about seven or eight people."

Floye held a carved purple-black parasol, walked to Chen Lun's side, and said softly while shielding him from the scorching light.

Chen Lun nodded, but did not speak.

He actually knows better than Floyd that some of these extraordinary people are players, some are locals, and some are thugs of the "Blood Hand".

"Miss Singer, you have worked hard all the way, please go in and have dinner together, I treat you."

Chen Lun turned his head and said to the guide.

The latter once again showed a flattered expression and declined repeatedly.

Just now she savored the orange juice all the way in the carriage, she was already satisfied, and now she dare not take a step into the hotel.

Seeing this, Chen Lun no longer insisted, and asked Golov to give her an extra five gold pounds as a tip, and called a local carriage to take her away.

Singer got into the car amidst the many thanks, and Chen Lunxuan even greeted his subordinates, and walked into the hotel gate together.

"Attention all groups, another group of strangers from other places have entered the hotel, and they are all extraordinary people by visual inspection!"

The two strong men at the door changed their expressions slightly when they saw Chen Lun and his party, and quickly took out the walkie-talkie and said.

The reason why they reacted so strongly was naturally because Chen Lun and the others wore extraordinary clothes and demeanor, and they didn't look like ordinary people. And the unfathomable and extraordinary coercion, like the awe of biological instinct, made the hairs of these "security guards" stand on end.

Shortly afterwards, dozens of gangsters wearing short shirts and hoods entered the hotel and stood on both sides of the hall, as if to deal with any accidents that might arise at any time.

Chen Lun was well aware of these, but he turned a blind eye and led his men to find two large tables in the corner of the hall.

The waiter came over quickly, but Chen Lun handed the menu to Floy and the others, while he looked at the environment in the hotel.

Although this is a "big hotel" in Singer's mouth, it is obviously not comparable to the mainland in terms of layout and decoration. At best, it can only be said to be of the standard of ordinary hotels in Amber City.

There are not many guests who are dining, after all, those who can come here to consume are some upper-class people in Vulture City. Chen Lun noticed that the guests at the tables by the guardrail on the second floor were extraordinary players.

These players didn't put their minds on the food, but looked left and right, flinging and investigating unscrupulously, looking curious and excited.

Soon, the players at one of the tables turned their attention to Chen Lun. In the next second, they seemed to have discovered something exciting, and danced with excitement, attracting the attention of the people around them.

"Fuck! It's Jack..."

His voice was getting weaker, but Chen Lun clearly knew that the other party recognized him.

"Leader, he is an immortal stranger."

Golov whispered.

Chen Lun nodded, expressing that he doesn't care.

After the waiter pushed the dining cart over, he signaled his subordinates to eat first, and then issued a summoning order to Polaris and other high-level players through the "Pale Seal".

"All foreign warriors who have arrived in Vulture City, Abang, please gather at the 'Yorbani Hotel' within one hour."

(end of this chapter)