Lin Yifeng remembered this matter very clearly. Back then, the news caused a worldwide uproar. Although it did not happen in China, Japan's actions were still suppressed by his American "father" through public opinion.

This subsequently prompted domestic audits of various industrial enterprises, which began searching for loopholes.

Most importantly, the products manufactured by this factory are toxic, which not only pollutes the surrounding environment but also causes serious and irreversible damage to the surrounding residents.

Diseases like leukemia and scurvy can strike directly at you.

But Lin Yifeng didn't dare to conclude that there was really a problem with the factory. What if the Japanese were really trying to trade rare earths by building the factory? Wouldn't that ruin the local economic development?

After all, Mitsubishi Group is one of the countries with a huge demand for rare earth and rare metals in Japan.

Lin Yifeng's expression was solemn, and he asked tentatively.

"A rare earth factory?"

"Why did these little devils suddenly decide to build a factory here?"

After saying this, Lin Yifeng held his teacup and glanced at the two men out of the corner of his eye, wanting to see their reactions and confirm whether they had been bribed by the Japanese company.

But their reactions were quite interesting.

County Head Wu Kang raised his eyebrows slightly, displaying a rather proud demeanor, while the Party Secretary looked worried and distressed.

This made it impossible for Lin Yifeng to tell for a moment which of the two had been bribed and who was acting.

Wu Kang smiled.

"It has to be said that our location is quite good."

"There is a sufficient water supply next door, and the treatment plant is not far away."

"The most important thing is transportation. From production to assembly, everything can be arranged in one go."

After saying this, Wu Kang sighed deeply with a regretful expression.

"It's a pity."

"If the policies weren't so biased towards us, we would definitely be the first site selected for the Pingyuan New Area!"

Wu Kang's confidence is understandable.

It must be said that Gongcheng's geographical location is indeed much better than that of Pingyuan New Area. Most importantly, Gongcheng guarantees water resources and is very close to national highways and expressways.

Furthermore, Gongcheng itself is a necessary route for freight trucks in the Central Plains region. The reason why Muye City chose to develop the Pingyuan New Area is entirely because it is closer to the commercial capital.

Wu Kang was naturally very dissatisfied with being rejected for this reason.

Lee Seung-hyun, however, calmed down considerably and began explaining to Lin Yifeng from the side.

“Our annual income in Gongcheng is not very good compared to other places in Zhongzhou.”

"If any companies are willing to move in, we would like to offer them some assistance."

"At least it can boost our local economy."

"To create more jobs for residents."

Lin Yifeng nodded, offering only perfunctory replies.

"Indeed, indeed."

In the latter half of the dinner, neither side discussed the factory.

After leaving Gongcheng, Lin Yifeng's expression became serious.

In the car, Xu Qingyi turned to look at Lin Yifeng's silent demeanor and asked him with some concern.

"Brother Feng, do you think these Japanese are really up to something?"

Driven by an instinctive resistance, Xu Qingyi still couldn't believe the involvement of Japanese capital.

The same applies to Lam Yat-fung.

He gripped the steering wheel and let out a long sigh.

"It's hard to say, let me have someone investigate first."

As for the people to be investigated, Lin Yifeng had already chosen them.

No one is more suitable for this job than Liu Shengxing.

The last time this guy brought down the Shuiyun Town government was because of Liu Shengxing's strong sense of justice.

That evening, after Lin Yifeng told Liu Shengxing about the matter on the phone, Liu Shengxing became furious.

"What? Those Japanese devils want to build a factory in our Zhongzhou?"

"Who the hell agreed to this?!"

"I really want to break his henchman's leg!"

Lin Yifeng could certainly understand Liu Shengxing's anger; as a former soldier, how could he possibly have any goodwill towards the Japanese?

If we weren't living in a society governed by the rule of law, Liu Shengxing might have really gone after Yamamoto and his gang if he lost his temper.

Lin Yifeng also comforted Liu Shengxing.

"Old Liu, don't worry."

"You should first take some people to visit the area and see what's going on."

"If there is a real problem, don't rush to report it. Tell me about it first."

"I'd like you to help me investigate this thoroughly."

On the other end of the phone, Liu Shengxing could be heard gritting his teeth.

He replied to Lin Yifeng with the same firm and unequivocal tone.

"no problem."

"Don't worry about it."

"I want to see what these little devils are up to."

...

Two days later, Liu Shengxing drove to Gongcheng.

After he got things under control with the Shuiyun Town government, Lin Yifeng had Guo Fengsheng arrange a van for him to use for fieldwork.

With the arrival of the minivan, the quality of news from Lin Yifeng's newspaper has improved dramatically. The coverage has expanded from the residents of Shanyang City to include many farmers in the fields.

This has led to a steady rise in the reputation of Shanyang City's public opinion report.

Liu Shengxing took this field mission very seriously, bringing along a quick-witted subordinate. Both of them were Party members with impeccable revolutionary credentials.

As for his first target in Gongcheng, Liu Shengxing made a very accurate choice: the farmers of Gongcheng.

When large enterprises want to build factories, the first to suffer are not the residents of the county, but the farmers in the countryside whose land is to be occupied, not to mention that these things are closely related to them.

From the moment they were born, they were the people who ate from this land and drank from this water.

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