The Cangling Zhang family dominates the continent!

Chapter 137 Development Direction

"Chentian, please first tell me your thoughts on your being named Earl Lingbing and your fiefdom."

Zhang Zongyu's voice echoed in the hall, and everyone's eyes turned to Zhang Chentian, who was sitting in the first seat below.

Zhang Chentian lowered his head slightly, pondered for a moment, and then slowly raised his head:

"I heard that the City Lord's Mansion and its properties in the seven southwestern cities will all belong to my Zhang family."

Zhang Zongyu nodded in agreement.

"So, this means we need to face an important question - how to manage and utilize these resources."

"After all, the families and forces in these cities may not necessarily obey our arrangements."

Zhang Chentian continued, his eyes revealing a thoughtful glint.

Zhang Zongyu replied with a smile:

"Yes, this is the full autonomy granted by the dynasty to the recipient and his family."

"However, we must be aware that when the City Lord's Mansion leaves, those families and forces in the city may try to compete with us for cultivation resources."

Hearing this, a sharp light flashed in Zhang Chentian's eyes.

He knew very well that in order to control these cities, power alone was not enough, but also required sufficient strength and wisdom.

"Therefore, we cannot take it lightly. These forces will not easily succumb to us. They will certainly remain vigilant to our actions and look for opportunities to strike back."

"Therefore, we need to formulate a complete strategy that can not only stabilize the situation but also ensure that our interests are not harmed." Zhang Chentian said in a firm tone.

Zhang Zongyu nodded appreciatively and motioned for Zhang Chentian to continue expressing his views.

"First, we need to understand the specific situation of each city, including the distribution and strength of the major families and forces."

"Only in this way can we take targeted measures and avoid blind actions that lead to unnecessary trouble."

"Furthermore, we must not tolerate those forces that attempt to provoke us."

"If necessary, we can use force to safeguard our dignity and rights.

Zhang Chentian’s words made everyone present fall into deep thought.

His analysis is both comprehensive and in-depth, which makes people feel moved.

"Other cities are easy to deal with, but there are fourth-grade forces in Tianbao City and Wutantan City, especially the Li family. They will definitely not let us take over the City Lord's Mansion easily."

Zhang Zongyan frowned slightly, a hint of worry on his face.

The seven cities in the southwest are Tianshui City, Tianbao City, Wutan City, Wucheng City, Jiuyang City, Qingmu City, and Nanshui City.

Nowadays, except for Tianshui, Tianbao and Wutan, the highest power in the other four cities is only a third-grade force.

Zhang Chentian smiled slightly and comforted Zhang Zongyan:

"Second Elder, don't worry. With my current strength, as long as I don't leave the Spirit Realm, I am invincible."

Zhang Zongyan laughed heartily after hearing this, and his mood instantly relaxed. With a gleam in his eyes, he exclaimed:

"Hahaha, yes, with your current strength, Tian'er, those forces are simply unable to resist. I was worrying too much."

Zhang Zongyan secretly felt fortunate that their Zhang family was extremely lucky to have such a gifted genius.

Zhang Chentian's strength has surpassed everyone in the clan and he has become the pillar and hope of the family.

He believed that as long as Zhang Chentian was there, the family would have a brighter future.

"Chentian, we have already discussed this before you came back. The selection of the mayor of each city will still be done by someone from my Zhang family."

Zhang Zongyu looked at Zhang Chentian and said.

"That's for sure. The territory of my Zhang family must be managed by my Zhang family, but we cannot interfere too much in the development of the city." Zhang Chentian responded.

"Well, don't worry about that. As long as those forces don't touch the interests of my Zhang family, we will naturally not interfere. By the way, Tian'er, this is about the selection of the mayors of each city. Please see if it is feasible."

As he spoke, Zhang Zongyu took out a piece of paper from his storage ring, on which were written the candidates for the mayors of each city.

Zhang Chentian took the list and looked at it. When he saw that he was going to Tianbao City, he frowned.

The elders and hall masters in the hall saw this scene and thought that Zhang Chentian was not satisfied with their arrangements, and they couldn't help feeling nervous.

This shows the importance of strength. Only with strength can others respect you, only with strength can you have a say, and only with strength can you do what you want to do.

"Chentian, if you are not satisfied with anything, please tell me and we can discuss it again." Zhang Zongyu said.

Zhang Chentian shook his head and said, "Grandpa, I'm not dissatisfied with this arrangement. I originally planned to go to Nanshui City."

Zhang Chentian replied seriously.

"Why? Nanshui City is close to the Star Sea, where beast tides are frequent. Moreover, the spiritual veins there are only of the third-grade upper grade, which cannot support your cultivation."

Zhang Zongyu said with a puzzled look on his face, and the others were the same. They didn't understand why Zhang Chentian had this idea.

"Hahaha, in my opinion, Nanshui City has the most potential among the seven cities in the southwest."

Zhang Chentian chuckled.

"Ah? Why is this?"

Zhang Zongyu asked, and the other elders also looked at Zhang Chentian, their eyes full of confusion and curiosity.

Seeing everyone looking at him in confusion, Zhang Chentian explained with a smile:

"Firstly, although the spiritual vein of Nanshui City is currently of a relatively low grade, its geographical location is very special."

"Being close to the Sea of ​​Stars means it has more opportunities and challenges."

"The Sea of ​​Stars is vast and boundless, and its islands are scattered all over the place, countless."

"These islands are home to numerous forces, both large and small, some of which are powerful. Even within the depths of this sea, there are some unknown Saint-level forces hidden."

"Their presence makes this sea area full of mystery. However, despite this, this sea area still has vast space and potential waiting to be developed, and is far from being saturated."

"In stark contrast, every region in Central Continent has reached a mature stage of development. Resource allocation is becoming more and more stable, and the spheres of influence among the major families and sects are relatively stable."

"Under these circumstances, if the Zhang family wants to rise, they will inevitably engage in fierce battles with other factions to seize limited resources and territory. This approach will undoubtedly lead to numerous contradictions and conflicts and is not the best option for the Zhang family."

"In comparison, it is much wiser to turn our attention to the Star Sea. There, the competition is less, the resources are abundant, and there is huge room for development."

"For a family like the Zhang family, this is undoubtedly an extremely attractive new world."

"And in the Starry Sea, the greatest threat to the Zhang family is undoubtedly the sea monsters. However, facing these sea monsters, the Zhang family does not need to worry too much. They only need to respond with firm determination and courage in the most direct way—killing."

When Zhang Chentian said that word, his eyes became extremely sharp and his tone was extremely firm.