The Guardian's Return by Old Pumpkin

Chapter 311

Stephen analyzed the situation carefully,

He worked until 2 a.m. when exhaustion finally forced him to stop. However, he still had not fully grasped the true purpose behind Ethan's plans.

He was also clueless about the tree species to be replaced and the tea to be introduced. Hence, he decided to visit Hill City in person to investigate the situation, Perhaps, by asking the locals, he could find answers to questions he did not understand.

The next day, Stephen woke up at noon."

He asked George, "Do you want to come to Hill City with me?"

George thought for a moment, then nodded in agreement. He believed he had to boost Hill City's economy to rid himself of his "mistakes. If the criticism continued, he would not be able to show his face in Riveria anymore.

With that, the two flew to Hill City. Even from the air, they could see Hill City's stunning

with surroundings. Majestic mountains seemed to stretch as far as the eye could see, several peaks piercing the clouds. The view was breathtaking.

When they disembarked, Julius Sanders, the mayor of Hill City, came to greet them. Julius was a middle-aged man, thin and wearing glasses. Stephen's eyes narrowed the moment he saw him, sizing him up.

the mayors of various cities too many times before, he could not help but be suspicious whenever he saw a

one of the South Regent's men? Even if he were not, he could

about Hill City for Stephen and George to familiarize themselves with the city.

and asked about the question that had been

Ethan's plans to build

still just a plan. He hadn't made any

disappeared. It was because they had arrested

"Do you know why he

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city's needs. We urgently need a wider and more efficient highway." Stephen understood now-Ethan wanted to build new roads to boost Hill City's

know if Ethan planned to change Hill City's

He was unaware

narrowed his eyes and asked, "What's the primary tree species

"Eucalyptus."

of eucalyptus?" Stephen was not

grow fast. Usually, they're ready for harvesting in about three to five years; they're highly adaptable and can thrive in different climates. Plus, they have a wide range of uses- the trunk can be used to make paper and other daily

industry was thriving. However, if eucalyptus had so

the disadvantages