Chapter 207 Canal Construction
"Sir, are we going to build a canal?" Feng Lan asked tentatively, with a hint of doubt in her eyes.
“We are discussing this with neighboring states.”
The governor did not hide his feelings, and he seemed a little melancholy. He could not help but sigh, "But they have some concerns, and the current matter has not been settled yet."
Feng Lan thought about it and realized that the situation was indeed not good and many things were difficult to say.
"Are you worried that we'll take advantage of you?"
The governor glanced at her and couldn't help but sigh in his heart, it's true that it's easy to understand when talking to smart people.
"About the same."
"Then you can show them the results of the poll."
Feng Lan thought about it carefully, and finally spoke up, suggesting, "Let them know that the people are really looking forward to this, and we are willing to bear the corresponding expenses."
The governor's eyes lit up, a faint smile appeared on his face, and he immediately spoke.
“Good idea!”
"Please write up your findings in detail and I'll show them to them. We can discuss this with them later."
Feng Lan took the pen and began to write seriously. She wrote clearly about the situation in each village and the attitudes of the people.
After finishing it, the governor read it carefully and was very satisfied. He couldn't help but nodded.
"Very good, this is it."
"My lord, is there anything else I can do for you?"
"Not yet."
The governor put away the documents, and his mood began to relax a lot. He went to sleep, and he raised his head and said, "I'll let you know when there's news."
Feng Lan bowed and took her leave as she walked out of the governor's mansion. She felt an indescribable sense of satisfaction in her heart. She felt particularly at ease to be able to do something practical for the people.
Three days later, the governor of the neighboring state arrived. Everyone was extremely nervous and the atmosphere became very serious.
The governor took out the results of the public opinion poll prepared by Feng Lan. His expression was very serious, and he just looked at the person in front of him silently.
"Brother Qian, take a look at this."
The governor of the neighboring state was called Li Wenzhao. He was usually very cautious in doing things. He took the document, looked down at it, read it carefully, and his expression began to change subtly.
"Is this true?"
"Absolutely true."
The governor nodded slightly, his tone becoming very certain, "This is the result of my on-site investigation."
Li Wenzhao read it again, his expression becoming more and more serious, and even his eyes revealed a faint light.
“I didn’t expect public opinion to be so strong.”
"Yes, the people have been looking forward to this for many years."
Li Wenzhao pondered for a moment and did not speak for a while. He just looked at his toes, not knowing what to say.
"In that case, let's discuss it properly."
When it came time to start negotiations, things went smoothly. Many of the people had a lot of problems that needed to be dealt with, and they were very clear about it.
The people have been waiting for today and are watching today's results, so when they see them discussing it, they are very excited.
"Happy cooperation!" The two governors shook hands.
When the news spread, the whole Jinzhou was in an uproar. Everyone started discussing this matter with smiles on their faces.
"I never thought this would be such a good outcome for us. It's really great. Now we don't have to worry about these problems anymore."
Everyone was crowded together, everyone was very excited, and smiles appeared in their words.
Feng Lan was also very happy when she heard the news at home, and couldn't help but say something.
"I didn't expect the results to come out so soon. I thought I would have to wait a while."
"Are we really going to build a canal?" Chen Kangbo was so excited that he couldn't wait to say something.
"Well, it's settled."
"Great! We won't have to worry about crops anymore!"
In the evening, San Ya came back. After hearing about these things, she hurried back with a smile on her face.
"Mom, I heard they're going to build a canal?"
"Yes, it has just been decided."
A hint of excitement flashed in Sanya's eyes. She was very excited thinking that her business might get better and better.
"That's great! Our restaurant's business will definitely be even better then!"
Feng Lan looked at her daughter with a faint smile on her face and nodded slightly.
"By the way, mother, Lin Yuanyuan came to see me today."
"What do I want to see you for?"
"She said she wanted to learn how to do business." Sanya was a little amused, "I asked if I could teach her."
Feng Lan was stunned for a moment, not knowing what to say, but she didn't refuse.
"What did you say?"
"I agree."
San Ya shrugged, her expression very calm, even the tone of her voice was the same, "Anyway, it would be good to have more people to help, we are short of people anyway."
Feng Lan nodded. At the very least, this child didn't have bad intentions, so there was nothing to discuss about these things.
The next day, the canal construction plan was officially announced, and the entire Jinzhou city was celebrating, it was extremely lively.
Feng Lan stood at the door and watched the lively scene, feeling very emotional. Everything was going in a good direction.
"Who is it?"
"It's me."
The governor's voice came from outside the door. It was a little low and a little hoarse.
Feng Lan quickly opened the door, a hint of surprise in her eyes.
"Sir, why did you come here in person?"
"Come to thank you."
The governor came over quickly and said with a smile, "You have made an indelible contribution to this success."
Feng Lan quickly waved her hands, not really caring about the matter, and said something.
"I just did a little thing, and it's all thanks to you."
"Don't be modest."
The governor quickly shook his head and said seriously, "Without your public opinion survey, this matter would be really difficult to handle."
He took out a small bag from his arms. No one knew what was inside, but it looked bulging.
"This is just a small token of my appreciation. Don't think it's too little."
Feng Lan didn't dare to take it back and quickly pushed it back, but it had no effect.
"Sir, this is unacceptable."
"Take it, you deserve it."
The governor insisted on giving it to Feng Lan, so she had no choice but to accept it, and she let out a sigh of helplessness.
After seeing the governor off, she opened the bundle and saw some silver and a piece of fine cloth inside.
"This is too valuable. It's not good to keep it. It's better to send it back."
Chen Kangbo was extremely envious.
"My lady, you are amazing! Even the governor thinks highly of you!"
Feng Lan was very happy, but I was still a little worried and couldn't help but let out a sigh.
"It's just a coincidence."
After a few more days, San Ya's complexion had completely recovered. She was busy with the restaurant's affairs every day and also taught Lin Yuanyuan how to do business.
Feng Lan saw it all and was finally relieved. That night, the family sat around the table for dinner.
"Saya, you look much better." Chen Kangbo picked up some food and handed it to his daughter.
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