PFC Chapter 1396 Confession
Chapter 1396 Confession
Chapter 1396 Confession
After the initial rush, some things just fell into place naturally.
The newly recruited team members are very capable, which makes Lu Ping'an feel a lot more relaxed, giving him more free time to do his own things.
"Xiaolu, if you let go like this, aren't you worried about something happening?"
Qian Shuen, the "young" deputy mayor from the ancient city, sighed and put down the industrial planning report in his hand.
He also has his people, which is the government affairs team currently employed by Lu Ping'an.
"I can't think of any reason why something could go wrong. Haha, Mr. Qian, you have nothing to do anyway, why don't you help me out more?"
Mayor Qian and a group of officials from the ancient city came with him. They were probably the most special ones. They did have official identities of the East Country, but in all aspects they were more inclined to Lu Ping'an himself, and could even be called his "mother's family."
The difference between the two world lines is clearly revealed here. Although they are both official from the East Country, there is no problem in considering them as two entity units. They came together this time and each invested in its own business.
But unlike Wanjing, which has a lot of wealth, the ancient city has very little assets. It was almost emptied out when the development zone was first established. It has started to generate profits in the past two years. Although it has brought many social problems and security risks, the rapid growth of economic output and tax revenue has made the city much richer.
In this era, benefit equals power, equals security, and also equals more spacious living space and population limit. The ancient city now ranks among the top in the state where it is located.
"Oh, shouldn't we thank you for that?"
After spending some time together, Mr. Qian knew that Lu Ping'an was a very easy person to deal with, so he spoke directly.
Now, the entire inspection team has been recruited by Lu Ping'an to help deal with various government affairs and documents, especially in the legislative aspect (there are no administrative regulations in this world, only laws). These senior legal experts have helped a lot.
"Of course, don't you want to investigate the local potential and determine investment targets? And there, you can understand the local situation better than I do here."
"That's true." Old Qian laughed in silence. This was indeed the truth.
They are all officials from the East Country, and they have all come from far away to invest. Wanjing and Gucheng are completely different from each other in terms of goals and processes.
Wanjing is directly a state-owned enterprise brigade. Various industries have rushed forward, and there is also the military and high-level combat forces to escort. Since it is a national strategy, there is no reason to hesitate before being frustrated.
In a sense, Lu Ping'an is a "helper" who can only provide assistance but not stop it.
As for the people in the ancient city, to put it bluntly, they came to cling to Lu Ping'an!
“Is there any industry you would like to invest in?”
"Shipbuilding is for sure. I was originally interested in food, but to be honest, I can't beat Wanjing. I would like to try entertainment, but I need your support."
Mayor Qian was quite hesitant, but he had to speak up. After all, this was not for himself, but for the ancient city.
There are some things that no one can explain clearly (and no one can explain clearly), but everyone knows it. The investment in the ancient city is for profit, but also to "leave a way out."
As long as they can win the plane war, it is very likely that the lifespan of this world will be longer than that of the Earth (lower pollution and more stable order). Lu Ping'an’s suggestion is to build an "ancient city town" and carry out a certain degree of immigration.
This is considered an outpost. Even if the situation really becomes a last resort, there will be a way out.
Just like when Wang Xier and other immigrants had not yet fully moved here, you had to solve the employment needs of the immigrants before they would move here.
The first batch of industries invested in the ancient city did not pursue simple profits, but also the jobs and safe areas that the industries themselves could bring.
Lu Ping'an asked them to help him handle government affairs. On the one hand, he introduced the local situation to them (all kinds of information were directly open to them), and on the other hand, he urged them to make decisions as soon as possible.
"It is indeed a region with great potential, but we are different from the wealthy Wanjing. They can directly bring in a large number of enterprises and military forces. It doesn't matter if there is no profit in the first few years. We have to bring back intelligence before we can make a decision. But for me personally..."
Mr. Qian laughed.
"You young people are so sincere. It's a good thing no matter how you look at it. I don't think they can refuse it at all."
Lu Ping'an also smiled. He knew that no one would refuse the benefits that were delivered to the door. Even if he sent 500 people to garrison, he could still collect rent steadily.
But he does have too much "spare time" here, so it doesn't matter if it's cheap to anyone, so why not give it to people from his hometown?
"However, I personally still want to know your reasons. No matter how you look at it, we are taking advantage of you."
Lu Ping'an played with the pen, thought for a while, and then spoke.
"My parents are in good health and should have many more years to live. Old people are always nostalgic. If you really want to leave your hometown, it's best to take your neighbors with you."
Such an answer stunned Mayor Qian.
"That's it."
"Isn't this enough?"
"indeed."
It's not just the neighbors that Lu Ping'an wants to move away. Since they are really in a foreign land, he might as well move his hometown here. Wouldn't that be the most suitable living environment for the people of the ancient city?
New Ancient Town, as for the name of this area, Lu Ping'an never concealed his thoughts.
"Then you, don't worry about the territory. Uh, I personally think this is a bit too much. It's okay here. After all, we really can't produce a quasi-god, but Wanjing's side."
Hearing this, Lu Ping'an touched his nose, not knowing how to respond.
Political matters are always sensitive and realistic.
These words were actually a bit provocative. While Gucheng was still collecting intelligence and preparing investment directions, Wanjing had already blossomed in all aspects, with news and new profit points being generated every day.
Once one party has taken something, it is unrealistic to expect it to be spit out.
Mr. Lu does have shares in those stores, but he only has partial rights to the profits. In the end, the dominant power in management, the bulk of the profits and even the authority to employ people all belong to Wan Jing.
If the time comes and all the companies on your territory belong to others, it will be difficult to say who owns your territory.
Lu Pingan thought for a while before responding. He knew that the other party was not only asking about his attitude towards Wan Jing, but also about the "outsiders" in the entire East Country.
He really had to be honest, otherwise even with Mayor Qian's position, he couldn't guarantee a large investment.
"For me right now, the most important thing is to run this place. I only care about whether the local industry can develop and whether it can become a new commercial capital. As for who will make the main profits in the short or even medium term, I don't care."
From Lu Pingan's perspective, it is such a simple truth. If you don't let others earn your early profits, why would they invest heavily? Moreover, this is not the point.
"You can see that my rule is 'trading', and my territory is where my rule is enforced. Its prosperity will bring me great benefits. In fact, I am also considering becoming a god. In fact, my team has been fully launched. If nothing unexpected happens, the first god of our team, the Oriental man from the ancient city, will become the first new god in this world."
The first half of the sentence is true, and the second half is also true. Putting it all together, at least now Mayor Qian was overjoyed when he heard the good news.
"So fast?! This is incredible!"
A new god from an ancient city, whose kingdom is on earth? Instantly, Mayor Qian saw a bright future and began to consider increasing his stake.
(End of this chapter)