"No, that's not how it's done."

Secretary Shen repeatedly assured him that he had once been a soldier.

"Secretary Shen, as you know, the livestock industry has a slow return on investment and requires a large initial investment, so we need to have some kind of guarantee. We trust your character, but what if you get promoted, or what if you retire?"

Liang Chao didn't make his point clear: the local official is more powerful than the county magistrate, and they can't fight city hall. Who will they turn to for justice when the time comes?

Secretary Shen remained silent for a moment. This was a real problem. It was true that the livestock industry had a slow return on investment, and the investors' concerns were not unfounded. This matter still needed to be discussed.

"Let's not waste time with those tug-of-wars over the price and lease term you want."

“Our boss said that the rent is 20 yuan per mu for 100 years.”

"Isn't this too long a lease term? And the rent is too low?"

Secretary Lin spoke on behalf of Secretary Shen, saying that this was lower than the result they had discussed in their meeting.

“Secretary Shen, as I said before, our investments also carry risks. We can’t just see the harvest and then have someone else pick the peaches. We need a guarantee, a legally recognized guarantee, that no one in this position can deny.”

“Our boss said that we will pay ten years’ rent upfront, and the remaining rent will be paid within ten years. Moreover, when hiring workers for our farm, we can give priority to nearby villagers, as long as they are not lazy and can follow instructions and work hard.”

Liang Chao explained Yu Yin's demands and benefits, and then asked the commune to decide.

"Alright, we still need to have a meeting to discuss this. We'll let you know when we have the results."

"Then we'll keep in touch. Goodbye."