[Buddha-Heart Lamp Transmission] Wu Song Receives Spiritual Empowerment; the [Emergency Headband] Is Developed! (Continued)
Lu Wenshu pushed up his glasses from the side and added, "Yes, Director Wei is H City's stabilizing pillar in its dealings with the outside world.
The personal safety of these business partners must be thoroughly guaranteed.
Once word gets out that Director Wei has left H City, without the presence of that formidable banner of combat strength, a great many of the merchant groups bold enough to come invest will surely be scared off.
Then our plan to absorb Zhoushan's resources will grind to a complete halt, and the funds and provisions for recruiting troops will be cut off.
That would be a fatal blow to H City's long-term development.
Everything has come crashing together at once.
So in this troubled season, Director Wei must remain here and hold the fort.
If there's no other way, just wait a few more days.
Once we've dealt with all the matters piled up these past few days, the Director will be able to free up some time."
Seeing Wei E's utterly dejected expression, Lin Chen felt both touched and somewhat amused.
Of course, he understood Wei E and Lu Wenshu's difficulties.
The stability of the rear was the foundation of fighting on the front lines.
If H City fell into chaos, then no matter how vast a territory he conquered in Kuaiji Mountain, it would be like a tree without roots.
Lin Chen stepped forward, smiling as he gave Wei E a punch on the chest.
"Director Wei, Director Lu, you don't need to feel sorry.
I never intended to have you come with me in the first place.
Cthulhu's threat is imminent. I truly don't want to slow down and wait for you to settle your official affairs before setting out.
And besides..."
Lin Chen's gaze instantly sharpened like a