"Professor Ruan, you helped us make the blueprints for the first phase of the Shuixian Village construction project. Could you also help us draw the blueprints for the second phase?"
"The drawings need to be more comprehensive, including not only the second phase of construction but also schematic diagrams of the village's roads and bridges," the village headman said.
“Okay, no problem, but it will take some time. This time it’s not just a matter of planning drawings, but also a detailed engineering construction plan.”
This also involves the demolition and resettlement of some villagers' houses. I will produce the plan and drawings as soon as possible, based on the actual situation.
After leaving Wufang Academy, Zhao Xian began to consider his own industrial development plan.
In order to cooperate with the construction of the second phase of the village's market, Zhao Xian must seize the time and take action as soon as possible.
Early the next morning, Zhao Xian went to the village head and spent one hundred taels of silver to buy more than a thousand acres of wasteland.
After acquiring the wasteland, he began to plan, and a few days later, a blueprint was completed.
On this barren land, we need to build not only a mountain villa, workshops, dormitories, warehouses and canteens, but also a square that can be used for leisure.
In the future, some important events can also be held in the square.
Zhao Xian did a rough calculation and, according to his plan, it would cost at least five thousand taels of silver to complete the construction of these infrastructure projects. This did not even take into account the funds he would invest in the second phase of the project.
After completing these tasks, Zhao Xian did not immediately begin construction on the wasteland. He wanted to wait for Li Guang to return so he could discuss the matter with him and see if he had any better suggestions.
Designing such a large-scale project is indeed mentally taxing. Zhao Xian rubbed his head, preparing to take a good rest.
Just then, Ruan Zhenggang arrived and told Zhao Xian that he had stayed in Shuixian Village for so long and it was time to go back.
There's a lot of stuff piling up at home that I have to go back to deal with.
The restaurant is currently operating normally and there are no major issues. We plan to have Mr. Gao manage the restaurant and be responsible for all operations.
Mr. Gao is very capable. He has handled all the affairs of the restaurant in a very orderly manner these past few days. I feel very reassured entrusting the management of the restaurant to him.
Zhao Xian knew that there were some things he couldn't let Ruan Zhenggang know yet.
After Ruan Zhenggang leaves, Yu Wen can act freely and make bold plans to compete with Na Shibai, that cunning fox.
After finishing his business at the restaurant, Ruan Zhenggang left Shuixian Village.
Before leaving, he told Yu Wen that if he encountered any special matters, he should consult the Minister of the Imperial Household and listen to his advice.
Yu Wen nodded in agreement, assuring Ruan Zhenggang that he would do his best to manage the restaurant well.
After resting for a while, Zhao Xian went to the restaurant to see Yu Wen.
During this time of morning, there were not many customers in the restaurant, and Yu Wen was busy working at the counter.
Upon seeing Zhao Xian arrive, Yu Wen immediately came out to greet him.
"Greetings, Lord Shaofu." Yu Wen bowed respectfully.
Zhao Xian looked around and, seeing no one, said:
"Master Yu, you're too kind. I was very rude last time, please forgive me."
Upon hearing this, Yu Wen burst into laughter.
"When Prefect Shen assigned me here as an informant, I wanted to inform the Young Master beforehand, but Prefect Shen said that the Young Master was a smart man and there was no need to inform him; he knew how to cooperate with me."
"Prefect Shen was right. We cooperated very well that day, and our act was excellent. It seems we must continue this charade until we wipe out Nasba and his cronies."
Zhao Xian nodded and asked:
"What does Master Yu think Nashbai's next move will be?"
Yu Wen thought for a moment and then said:
“Currently, Nasbai has two businesses in Song County: a shop and a restaurant. Prefect Shen’s spies have already been placed in place.”
Yu Wen's words surprised Zhao Xian. He hadn't expected that Prefect Shen was so efficient, setting up a trap within a trap without him even realizing it.
He didn't speak, but continued to listen to Yu Wen continue.
"After Nassbai's restaurant in Song County is operating normally, he will come to Shuixian Village and start setting up operations there."
I estimate that Nas Bai's first step is likely to be to offer a high price to buy Ruan Zhanggui's restaurant, or to invest in the restaurant, with the aim of gaining a foothold in Shuixian Village.
Of course, Lord Shaofu also owns an inn, and it's possible that he might discuss buying it from you.
However, as of now, Lord Shaofu's inn is not open to the public; instead, it serves as a dormitory for his family. Nashi Bai knows that the possibility of buying it is slim.
Zhao Xian nodded. He thought Yu Wen's analysis made a lot of sense, so he asked:
"Once Nassbah establishes himself in Narcissus Village, what does he intend to do?"
“The purpose of everything Nasbai has done is to take you down. As long as Lord Shaofu is willing to serve the Fan Kingdom and help it fight against the Northern Dynasty, the Fan Kingdom will have the ability to invade the Central Plains and eventually rule the Central Plains.”
Zhao Xian nodded. He had considered this issue and agreed with Yu Wen's point of view.
"The spies from foreign countries initially infiltrated the Central Plains, probably to obtain the technology for making crossbows."
After Xiao Taiyuan's forces were destroyed, they discovered weapons even more powerful than bows and crossbows.
If we possess this weapon, then it wouldn't be difficult for foreign states to invade the Central Plains and rule the Northern Dynasty.
Because of the chaos in the Northern Kingdom's government, with those in power busy vying for power and profit, the foreign states had an opportunity to take advantage of the situation.
The people of the foreign lands knew that because the Minister of the Imperial Household came from a humble background and had no connections in officialdom, it was difficult for him to be given important positions by the court.
They want to win you over, hoping you'll be used by their country; otherwise, they'll eliminate you to prevent future trouble.
"Based on Master Yu's analysis, how will Nashbai deal with me, and how should I defend myself?" Zhao Xian asked.
"Currently, we do not know Nasbai's status in the foreign country. Based on my speculation, he should be a heavyweight figure in the foreign country, with absolute power over the court and the country."
In order to gain a foothold in Shuixian Village and make this restaurant his base, he was willing to bribe Ruan Zhenggang at any cost.
So, his methods for dealing with you go without saying: money and beautiful women. At the very least, he'll give you a princely title, and might even share the territory of the Great Northern Dynasty with you. Under such temptation, they believe you'll be tempted.
Of course, this is just my guess. Nashbai certainly couldn't make such a big promise on his own, but he could promise it in advance, as long as you do things for him.
Zhao Xian nodded. Yu Wen's analysis made a lot of sense. So far, Nashbai only wanted to make the most of him and did not want to put him to death.
A few days later, the construction plan and drawings for the second phase of the farmers' market project were completed. Ruan Fang invited Zhao Xian and the village head to discuss the matter.
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