Big Data Cultivation-Chapter 488 - : An Invitation from Home (3rd Update)

Chapter 488: Chapter 488: An Invitation from Home (3rd Update)

Zhang Weihong, Mei Jin, and Zhang Caixin, no matter where they went, were all first-rate beauties.

Yang Yuxin and Gu Jiahui, one slightly older, the other slightly younger, were also undeniably beautiful women.

Even Li Xiaobin was a rare beauty produced by Chaoyang, a local gem not often seen.

It was only then that Feng Jun realized that there might be a problem with the people he had brought to watch the event.

When he came, driving alone in a car, he didn’t feel anything amiss, but as soon as he sat down at the table, he felt something was off.

There were eight people who had come to Luohua Manor, and aside from him and Gao Qiang, the remaining six were all women—and the most crucial point was that not one of these six women was unattractive.

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Even Zhang Junyi quietly asked him, “Son, who exactly have you taken a fancy to? You should just bring back the one you like.”

At the peak of the banquet, the head of the Forestry Bureau, Director Deng, and the great County Chief, Chi Zhijie, arrived.

County Chief Chi had been transferred at the beginning of the year, completely missing Feng Jun’s return trip home. He was also someone eager to make a mark, and he was well aware of several capable people in the county.

He had heard some things about Feng Jun; at first, he didn’t pay much attention—who didn’t have a few of such figures in their county?

The times were different now, and not everyone cared as much about returning home in glory. The better the development, the less likely they were to return.

This was not to say that people had lost their traditional values, but rather that the advantages and opportunities of big cities were too immense.

Even if one were to run their own business, big cities were simply more able to attract talent, and the abundance of various resources couldn’t be matched by small county towns.

However, recently, Feng Jun’s name had been cropping up frequently in Chi’s hearings. Other matters were one thing, but Feng’s parents wanting to take on the lease of the forestland was a true sign of planning to develop locally.

But on Chaoyang’s side… how to put it? The climate was quite suitable, there were no barren mountains, and even those areas where logging was serious would recover after several years of conservation—so the Forestry Bureau was somewhat reluctant to lease out the land.

This matter was being dragged out, but that didn’t prevent County Chief Chi from coming to meet Feng Jun in person.

County Chief Chi and Director Deng made a round of toasts and then turned around to leave—this occasion wasn’t suitable for discussing serious matters.

The banquet did not last long; it ended before ten o’clock, and Feng Jun couldn’t be bothered to go home, so he checked into a room and stayed the night.

He had also wanted his parents to stay at the hotel, given that it was much cooler there, but Feng Wenhui and his wife were determined to leave.

After the banquet ended, many people were not in a hurry to depart and instead came to chat with Feng Jun.

President Feng, when in Zhengyang, possessed an imposing presence, not giving in to this person or accepting that person’s demands, but back in Chaoyang, he couldn’t put on airs at all, as there were too many people who had the right to admonish him.

He chattered until almost midnight before he managed to send away all the visitors.

The purpose of these people’s visits was not simple. Some wanted to develop in Zhengyang and hoped he would take care of them; others directly asked if Feng Jun needed more people.

There were also a couple who wanted to borrow money, but Feng Jun referred them to his parents—this was a matter that should be negotiated with his elders, and he would not get involved.

Several others, like Dou Jiahui, had seemingly decent projects in mind but lacked the necessary funds and hoped to get her support.

Feng Jun, having gone to bed late, also got up late, only appearing in the hotel lobby for breakfast at half past seven.

The opening of Dou Jiahui’s store was tomorrow, and the hotel on Yuyuan’s side was also booked for tonight; heading to Yuyuan now was a bit too early. Feng Jun simply called everyone together to tour the attractions of Chaoyang.

This time he didn’t drive his own car but took a seat on the bus instead. It was more convenient and also made it easier to explain things to the group.

However, Chaoyang didn’t have many sights to see—some natural scenery, a few temples, and several historical sites.

Approaching noon, they arrived at Riyue Lake, planning to take a break and grab some food.

The lake was actually a semi-artificial one, the largest reservoir in Chaoyang, named for its shape.

They had hardly stopped the bus when two more cars arrived from behind, carrying none other than County Chief Chi Zhijie of Chaoyang.

Seeing Feng Jun being the first to get off the bus and smoke, County Chief Chi also got out, “Heh, what a coincidence?”

Feng Jun gave him a strange look, “County Chief Chi is also here for a picnic?”

“Not exactly,” Chi Zhijie said with a smile, shaking his head, “I’m here to look into the prospects of developing tourism in this area.”

Feng Jun nodded, “County Chief Chi is tirelessly and actively searching directions for the development of the county, which is admirable.”

County Chief Chi, seeing that the other party was not taking the bait, could only take the initiative to clarify, “Boss Feng, simply contracting the mountains and forests is not very operable. I have a suggestion, why not also get into tourism? The county’s plan for the next five years is to vigorously develop the tourism industry.”

“Combining the contracted mountains and forests with tourism projects would make things much easier to handle.”

Feng Jun wasn’t surprised by the suggestion. Dou Jiahui had already told him that the county intends for you to get involved in tourism.

He wasn’t interested in tourism, but since they had already brought it up, he didn’t mind asking more, “If I do tourism, what kind of area are we talking about? How much capital will be needed, and what about the issue of shareholding percentages? What is the county’s position on these matters?”

County Chief Chi perked up at his interest and shared some of the county’s ideas.

First, about the size of the tourist area – it wouldn’t be small, roughly fifteen square kilometers.

This area includes three historical sites, two temples, and the Riyue Lake Reservoir. There are plans to create an amusement place and two resorts.

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That was just the goal for the first phase, to fully develop the area close to the reservoir. If the second and third phases could keep pace, the remote areas would also be developed to create a comprehensive leisure and vacation center that incorporates tourism, entertainment, and conference services.

As for the costs… the county has estimated that the first phase of the project would require four to eight billion. Afterward, with the income from tourism, it could achieve rolling development.

Feng Jun listened expressionlessly to the narration, a bit puzzled in his heart: Do I look that easy to fool?

He didn’t wish to commit to the county’s plan, but Chi Zhijie insisted on asking him, “Does Boss Feng have any suggestions?”

County Chief Chi hadn’t even reached forty and had become the head of a county, which was quite an accomplishment.

He knew Feng Jun was a billionaire and really had that much money, but he couldn’t bring himself to address him as “President Feng” because of his youth. Calling him Xiao Feng seemed condescending, so he chose a less formal title – Boss Feng.

From this title alone, Feng Jun sensed the other’s attitude. Initially, he didn’t want to offer any opinions, but feeling underestimated, he directly asked back, “In terms of tourism, where do our specialties and advantages lie?”

County Chief Chi had clearly considered this question and answered without hesitation.

“Our specialty lies in our well-preserved natural scenery. Green mountains and clear waters are as valuable as gold and silver mountains. We are not far from the highway and located at the junction of two provinces. In the initial stages of development, at the very least, we can attract tourists from two provinces.”

Feng Jun’s mouth twitched slightly, unsure how to respond to this topic – what I’m asking is, where are our advantages?

There’s no shortage of places with green mountains and clear waters, so why should people definitely come to Chaoyang?

Being at the junction of two provinces is an advantage? Tourism spots near large cities are more suited for people’s leisure and vacationing, right?

If these are considered advantages, don’t all the counties in Yunyuan City have them?

County Chief Chi seemed to guess what he was thinking and spoke leisurely.

“As for a distinctive feature, our county has not yet developed one. But now the tourism industry is growing increasingly large — how many attractions with unique features can there be? With the fast pace of city life, providing a place for relaxation is quite necessary.”

Although this couldn’t be said to be incorrect – like opening the 501st hotel in a big city with already 500, it doesn’t make much difference – that wasn’t what Feng Jun wanted to hear.

After all, the tourism industry, like any other, burns through money. Building ancillary facilities costs money, as does promotion. Attractive and distinctive scenic areas might burn through slightly less money, but that’s about it.

Though if he were truly asked to get involved, it’s not that he couldn’t handle it. Feng Jun asked another question, “What about the shareholding ratio?”

“State-owned capital will be the controlling shareholder. That is essential,” County Chief Chi indicated decisively, “We can hand over management rights to private capital. Besides pricing the land, the county can also take out loans from banks to ensure a proportionate capital contribution, without affecting Boss Feng’s enthusiasm to give back to his hometown.”

“Heh,” Feng Jun chuckled dryly, “Let’s talk about contracting the barren mountain instead. The price is negotiable; all I want is one condition: enough size. It should start at five square kilometers; a remote location is not an issue.”

County Chief Chi fell silent, and after a long while, he sighed, “Does state capital really lack your confidence that much?”

At this question, an idea suddenly struck Feng Jun, and he spoke offhandedly, “Actually, I’ve never developed in my hometown, and I’m not very familiar with the county’s situation. But as far as I remember, there are quite a few entrepreneurs who are based there.”

County Chief Chi’s mouth twitched slightly, “Well… the county, in cooperation with private capital, is hoping for a substantial monetary investment. I’ve heard that Boss Feng has an abundant cash flow; that’s what sparked this idea.”

Neither mentioned Chao Ying, but it was evident that the county didn’t really want to hand this project over to her. Firstly, President Chao didn’t have as much money as Feng Jun – her business might be sizable, but her cash flow wasn’t as strong as Feng Jun’s, who could afford to contract several square kilometers of barren hills on his own.

Secondly, one of President Chao’s main businesses was wood processing; trusting such a person with tourism development might risk the green mountains and clear waters, no matter how many guarantees she offers – others would likely find it hard to trust her.

Feng Jun also finally understood why President Chao wanted to negotiate a cooperative partnership with his family.

In fact, cooperating with Chao Ying did have advantages; as long as Mayor Chao was in power, there would be no need to worry about state capital overstepping.

But ultimately, Feng Jun only offered a slight smile, “County Chief Chi, if you let me contract the barren mountains, I can pay the contract fee in one lump sum… With such a large sum of money, the county can do what it wishes.”

(Third update, calling for monthly tickets.)