How can I justify myself as a Magnate if I don't indulge myself?-Chapter 520 - 238 I’m Investing, Not Doing Charity_2

"If the development really takes off, the property prices in our county should rise a bit, right? I have three properties that add up to over 400 square meters. Even if the price goes up by 1000 yuan per square meter, that's 400,000 yuan. How is that not a benefit?"

The murmurs of the crowd nearby were constant, and the drivers stuck in front at the front all stuck their heads out or looked at the convoy through their rearview mirrors.

At the instant the traffic light turned green, they didn't delay even a second, stepping on the gas and driving off.

They were all ordinary people, amused by the spectacle, but none of them wanted to involve themselves. Even fools knew that the person sitting inside those cars was a big shot not to be messed with by ordinary people. If they happened to scratch or bump the car, let alone if the other party took it to heart and went after them, just the compensation alone wasn't something ordinary people could afford...

As for Gu Heng...

He could see all walks of life through the car window and understood these people's thoughts all too well. After all, he was one of them just a year ago, perhaps even less.

But this high-profile approach, it wasn't like Gu Heng wanted to show off in his impoverished old hometown.

Mainly because, in Hua Country, it was all about face and relationships after all.

His high-profile visit to the county government today was also tantamount to sending out a signal to the outside world that Gu Heng had made it and was ready to give back to his hometown.

It was also like giving a sedative to those leaders in the county waiting for his investment, to score them some political achievements, and to keep them from overthinking.

If Gu Heng displayed goodwill to them, they would naturally be willing to show goodwill toward Gu Heng.

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Minutes later, as the convoy stopped outside the office building, a few reporters from the county TV station, big and small, hurriedly pulled out their equipment and began to prepare for filming.

And outside the office building, several leaders who saw the impressive convoy felt a lot more reassured.

Just as Gu Heng thought, his flamboyant arrival had also served as a sedative for these leaders.

After all, no matter how you put it, this time the investment cooperation was the county begging Gu Heng to invest, not Gu Heng begging the county for investment opportunities.

If Gu Heng appeared secretive, they might suspect that he was just saving face by making a round in the county, finding an excuse to dismiss them eventually without investing a dime.

But now...

Gu Heng's ostentatious arrival here would soon be spread by word of mouth through the common people.

In the end, even if both parties couldn't agree, Gu Heng would still make some sort of gesture rather than just dusting off his pants and walking away because, in their eyes, a boss with assets like Gu Heng would care about face, right?

With this thought in mind, the several leaders beside him smiled at Mr. He and said, "Mr. He, we really owe you one this time, for bringing such a god of wealth to Wanghu County, if we can really reach a cooperation with Mr. Gu, the 450,000 residents of Wanghu County will definitely be grateful to you from the bottom of their hearts."

"Indeed."

"Yeah."

As He Yong listened to the flattery from those around him, even though he was used to it, he couldn't help but show a bit of a smile.

Now, who in the entire county didn't know that it was he who brought Gu Heng's intention to invest?

If the cooperation was indeed successful, the credit would firmly land on his shoulders, impossible to escape!

These people seemed to be speaking in official terms, but in reality, they were already congratulating him in advance...

But He Yong, who had been in politics for many years, still had his wits about him. Though the praise was pleasing, he humbly said, "Well, I'm just doing my job in charge of the county's economic development, drawing in investment for the county. What's there to say about it? As for the gratitude of the common people, they should thank the one who brings them wealth.

Alright, enough of that. Mr. Gu has already arrived, and Mr. Zhang is waiting in the meeting room. Let's go and welcome Mr. Gu."

Having said that, he stepped forward, leading several county leaders towards Gu Heng.

"Mr. Gu, welcome to the Wanghu County office building," said He Yong, all smiles, extending a warm handshake to Gu Heng.

Facing He Yong's warmth, Gu Heng, slightly uncomfortable, still managed a smile and said, "It's a great honor to be personally welcomed by Mr. He."

With Gu Heng's polite response, He Yong didn't play coy, laughing heartily and saying, "Putting aside the fact that you are the pride of Wanghu County, I should indeed welcome you as such. Moreover, today you are our esteemed guest. We must observe the necessary courtesies."

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However, He Yong couldn't keep exchanging pleasantries with Gu Heng at the entrance of the office building. He introduced the nearby leaders to Gu Heng one by one.

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"This is Mr. Wu, the head of the Investment Promotion Bureau."

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"This is..."

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Gu Heng had already made a full set of preparations before his arrival and was aware that today's investment was not a common business venture; he couldn't act recklessly. He greeted everyone with a smile, shaking hands and making small talk.

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After all, these people were leaders; although not high-ranking, they were the local authorities.

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Gu Heng didn't often stay at home, and his parents were not willing to go to the big city with him. Maintaining a certain relationship with these leaders was still somewhat beneficial.

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But this cordiality was only superficial.

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The former richest man of Wanda, Lao Wang, once said that as a businessman, one should be close to the government but keep away from politics—a sentiment that Gu Heng strongly agreed with.

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Gu Heng was even reluctant to have too much interaction with someone as well-connected as Lizi, let alone these officials.

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After the brief exchange of pleasantries had ended, He Yong turned to Gu Heng and said, "Mr. Gu, shall we head inside to have a more in-depth conversation? Mr. Zhang is aware of your visit and has specially canceled two meetings today to reserve the conference room and time to discuss this investment with you."

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Being addressed as "county leader" by Deputy County Chief He Yong.

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That certainly meant he was the second-in-command of Wanghu County.

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Gu Heng had learned about this second-in-command before coming: a very young and energetic man whose work was closely related to Wanghu's development over the years.

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Compared to others, Gu Heng preferred dealing with younger people.

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Although He Yong was not bad either, he was older and too slick. Gu Heng didn't think he could match these people in cunning and wasn't inclined to deal with him.

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Moreover, since the person in charge was present today, Gu Heng felt somewhat relieved. After all, investing in Wanghu County was just a casual matter for him; he didn't want to waste too much energy on it. It would be best if the matter could be settled in one go, without the need for a second time.

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With this in mind, Gu Heng followed He Yong into the interior of the office building.

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The investment team from Jingcheng, who had traveled from afar, followed closely behind Gu Heng.

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As for the reporters, they followed the assignments given by the leaders earlier and took photos.

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After entering the office building.

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He Yong didn't immediately take Gu Heng to the conference room.

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The conference room was now fully set up, with nameplates placed at both ends of the several-meter-long conference table. Gu Heng saw his own name at the second seat and sat down.

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After a few perfunctory words, He Yong and the others left the conference room, leaving time for Gu Heng and the investment team to have a brief exchange.

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"I have read the investment plan you all prepared, and it's quite good."

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Just as the members of the investment team were about to show modesty, they heard Gu Heng continue, "I won't say much else, but I have one requirement for today's investment negotiations: do everything you can to make the cooperation a success. This is related to the company's next expansion plan.

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However, I have conditions. The company cannot suffer too much of a loss.

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You don't need to make concessions just because this is my hometown government; stick to the basic business rules.

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We are an enterprise responsible for investing, and Wanghu County is a poor county awaiting investment; make this the focal point of the negotiations.

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For example, concerning tax exemption and support policies, try to negotiate as much as possible.

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Remember one thing: I am here to invest, not to do charity.

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All negotiation authority is in your hands; you don't need to wait for my cue. If the other party makes any excessive demands that cannot be met, I allow you to terminate the investment negotiations."

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Hearing Gu Heng's words, the investment team gained confidence.

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They also knew that investments in poor areas were more challenging, and now that Gu Heng had given them the authority, they knew what to do.

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