Lin Yinan didn't care what their purpose was; she just wanted to get her hands on the food first.
Chen Gu took out the contract that had been prepared in advance, and Lin Yiheng had his guards fetch silver from the storeroom and pay the deposit, thus settling the matter.
After finishing his business, Chen Gu suggested that he would like to visit Longtan County.
Even though Lin Yinan said the county town was still not repaired, he insisted on going to see it.
Lin Yinan then had his bodyguards summon Wu Xingwang and his son to accompany them.
Wu Xingwang first took him to see their newly completed house.
Looking at the rows of neat and impressive houses, Chen Gu asked curiously, "Are these houses for sale?"
Seeing his serious expression, Wu Xingwang frowned and said with a forced smile, "Young Master Chen, we don't have a house to live in yet. These houses are for our own residence and we're not selling them."
After saying that, he unconsciously puffed out his chest. In the future, he would also live in such a unique house, and his house was specially approved by the city lord and paid for by himself. It was even bigger than these houses.
More than half of the shops along the street have been restored, and Longtan County is thriving.
Chen Gu grew up in the business world with his father from a young age, and he saw that Longtan County would surely regain its prosperity in the near future.
So he went back to Lin Yinan to discuss it, "Lord City Lord, on behalf of the Chen family, I would like to buy the operating rights of Longtan Street."
Wu Xingwang and his son were startled by his outrageous demand and looked at Lin Yinan nervously, afraid that she would agree.
Lin Yinan gave them a reassuring look, her voice calm and devoid of emotion, "Young Master Chen, thank you for your attention to Longtan County. None of the shops in Longtan County are for sale; they will all be managed by ourselves in the future."
As she spoke, she lowered her eyes, picked up the glass of water, took a sip, and continued, "However, considering the Chen family's righteous assistance, I can grant you the right to use three shops for ten years, and we will decide the location."
"Only three rooms?" Chen Gu asked with some regret.
Lin Yinan looked at him with clear and firm eyes, "Yes, that's all. You know that Longtan County is not very big. Three rooms is the limit."
"Three rooms it is fine. When will we come to inspect them?"
Chen Gu was a little impatient; he liked to drink the first bite of the soup, which was delicious.
Lin Yinan said, "The earliest it will be after next year is next year."
"Ah! We have to wait another six months?" Chen Gu exclaimed in surprise. "Weren't the shops already half-repaired?"
Lin Yinan looked at him with a smile, "Young Master Chen, you can't rush things."
Chen Gu quickly stood up and bowed, "In that case, I will listen to the City Lord. It is already late today. I wonder if the City Lord can allow me to stay in the city for one night and leave early tomorrow morning?"
Lin Yinan looked at Yun Ye, who nodded slightly, indicating that there was no threat among the people Chen Gu brought.
"Of course, our canteen provides free meals. Young Master Chen, you can have a meal here if you don't mind."
There were even free meals. Chen Gu immediately smiled and said, "No problem, no problem."
What a joke! He sold so much grain at a bargain price; it was free food, of course he had to eat it. If he didn't, wouldn't he be losing out even more?
After Yunye and Yunyi led Chen Gu and his entourage away, Wu Xingwang and his son remained seated as steady as Mount Tai.
Wu Xingwang was still robust, but he was no longer as obese as when we first met him. His sharp eyes were much larger, making him look more energetic.
Lin Yinan knew what they were thinking. Seeing the shops in the county town being repaired little by little, and with her promise to the Chen family today, he couldn't sit still any longer.
Seeing the expectant look on the father and son, Lin Yinan smiled and said, "Mr. Wu, Longtan has benefited greatly from your hard work these past few days."
Upon hearing this, Wu Xingwang felt embarrassed and humbly replied, "Not at all. Longtan County will also be my home in the future. It is my duty to do my part for my family."
The Wu family was protected by the Yun family all the way, which is why they were able to stay here unharmed. He is not the kind of person who repays kindness with enmity.
Moreover, the relationships among the powerful families in the south are complex and intertwined. He has no one to rely on and dares not leave rashly.
Lin Yinan glanced at Wu Yuan. He had been running around with Wu Xingwang these past few days and seemed much more composed.
She didn't keep them in suspense and slowly said, "Longtan County is not big, it only has a few streets. I've discussed it with Yun Mo and the others."
Upon hearing this, Wu Xingwang and his son became very concerned.
Lin Yinan continued, "We plan to let you choose five shops first."
The father and son exchanged a glance, their eyes filled with joy, and hurriedly rose to greet each other.
"Thank you very much, Lord City Lord!"
Lin Yinan had plans for Wu Xingwang and his son, but she needed to ask for their opinions first.
"Sit down, and tell me about your plans for the future."
Having spent so much time together, Wu Xingwang knew Lin Yinan and his group's style of doing things well, so he didn't hide his thoughts.
“Longtan County is almost finished with the restoration. I want to buy a few shops in the surrounding counties to do some small business. We are not good at farming, and we can’t just sit around and do nothing.”
Lin Yinan: "My suggestion is to wait until after the Chinese New Year before taking any action."
Wu Xingwang's eyes lit up. "Does the City Lord have any plans?"
Lin Yinan nodded, "We'd like you to help us promote the sea salt we produce."
"Salt?" Wu Xingwang's heart pounded, and he wondered if he was hallucinating.
"I wonder if Mr. Wu would be interested?"
Wu Xingwang was still in a daze when Wu Yuan tugged at his sleeve.
"Yes, yes!" Wu Xingwang nodded excitedly, like a chicken pecking at rice.
"If you have any difficulties, you can tell us, and we'll try our best to help you solve them," Lin Yinan said.
Wu Xingwang quickly shook his head, "Not for the time being. The canteen provides free food and drinks; we are taking advantage of the city lord."
Lin Yinan then talked to him about the future development of Longtan County.
After calming down Wu Xingwang and his son, Lin Yinan and Lin Yiheng went to the warehouse, released the rice seeds, and prepared enough silver for the warehouse for several months.
On a summer morning, the sunlight gently shines on the earth, a light breeze rustles through the rice paddies, the air is filled with a fresh scent, and birds sing merrily in the treetops.
People get busy, and a new day begins in this beautiful time.
After breakfast, Chen Gu came to say goodbye to Lin Yinan.
"Lord City Lord, after seeing the houses built in your city yesterday, I, Chen, shamelessly wish to ask if you could sell me one of them."
Chen Gu's words reminded Lin Yinan that real estate development is an indispensable economic pillar for urban development, and that Longtan's future development will inevitably attract many merchants.
She has already planned the first step, and the next step is to provide supporting housing, medical care, and education.
Lin Yinan smiled and said, "No problem, Young Master Chen will naturally choose first."
"In that case, I, Chen, am very grateful for your kindness, City Lord!"
Chen Gu arrived with his men full of anticipation and left with joy.
After returning to her room and feeding her awakened child, Lin Yinan pulled out a map of Longtan County and began to study it carefully.
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