The Guardian's Return by Old Pumpkin

Chapter 292

Stephen deeply regretted his decision now.

If only he had not abolished the rules Ethan set in place.

If only he had not allowed the property prices to soar unchecked.

Stephen gulped and asked, "Can we choose another location?"

"If it's not in the city center, then there's no point talking."

"Are you really the Grand Marshal's mentee who brought peace to Riveria three years ago? Hmph, it seems you're not that great at all."

"Just pay us the money."

They did not want to listen to Stephen's excuses anymore. They did not care about Celestial City or its future. All they cared about was whether they could make money.

Celestial City's economy was now in decline, and many migrant workers were leaving. It would be impossible to attract employees if they were not in the city center.

With no reason to stay, the group

stood up

and left.

Even if they could not get back all their money, they still decisively chose to leave without hesitation.

the meeting room. They stared blankly at the door, watching the backs of the

that moment, the room was filled with

and George were quiet for a long time,

Swoosh.

on a chair. He could not understand how the situation could have turned out like this. George sighed beside

just going to stand by and watch

GDP would drop to just a trillion dollars

rents and heavy loans, people would be forced to leave their homes. Some might even take desperate

making life even harder for everyone. Public infrastructure might not receive timely maintenance, leading to various problems. Most importantly, the city could

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and George thought of the

they were also curious. How did Ethan manage to handle all

"Should we

was silent for a

Find Ethan again?

front of Ethan until his legs went numb. Furthermore, Ethan's plan

Stephen was slightly traumatized.

beyond his ability to manage, and

have ruined four cities in a row! He

relented. "Only someone

and headed straight to Drakthorn Ridge in

forgetful. He had told them many times

said anxiously, "Ethan, please help us just once. Celestial City really is

replied with a