Chapter 1024 - 863: Backer_2
At this point, there was another long sigh, "Alas, originally, bringing in a hundred million people was just a statement. The real competition was between you and Manxi to see who could win. But now, with Shi Chun stirring things up, we're truly pushed towards reaching a population of one hundred million. Who can handle that? Spending tens of billions to buy this position seems like madness, especially if it's not guaranteed to succeed."
Dongguo Shou asked, "So what do we do now?"
Fan Qingfeng: "This whole thing is too unreasonable. Whether it's the mortgage through Wuyu Bank or Shi Chun's way of doing things, where do they get so much money? It's come to this, and it's impossible for all parties to let them pull back. So the sect suspects that this was originally aimed at us, the Carefree Sect. They suspect someone is advising Shi Chun from the shadows, and joining is stepping into a trap. At the three-year mark, if Shi Chun can't fill the gap, public criticism could be overwhelming, and it might not even count as a win. We can't follow, nor can we retreat, so let's stick to the original plan."
Dongguo Shou could sense the elder's frustration. If they really lost, since the sect had moved so many resources here, wouldn't it all just benefit others?
In the coming days, the frustrating tasks had to continue, like acquiring more land and helping the people introduced by Dingnan Prefecture solve livelihood problems.
The city in Dingnan Prefecture was visibly becoming more prosperous day by day.
Many small traders from outside began to come in voluntarily to open stores, thereby attracting some larger merchants to settle in advance.
Those introduced populations no longer worried about livelihood issues, while those still under restriction watched anxiously, with a sense of being so close yet so far away from the benefits.
Not only the poor but even ordinary people with some savings came to check if they should move over, after all, the Spiritual Energy within the Heavenly Domain would become more and more abundant, which would undoubtedly benefit cultivation progress.
A virtuous circle was rapidly evolving in Dingnan Prefecture.
Bowan Building was also officially under construction in Dingnan Prefecture.
Manxi in the Domain Master Mansion confirmed that Bowan Building wasn't being constructed in his area for the time being, and he was livid, questioning Mo Hei, "What does Bowan Building mean by this?"
Mo Hei lowered his head, remaining silent, thinking that Bowan Building was being constructed in all the cities of the South, West, and North, but not in the Central of the domain and East, showing favoritism so blatantly.
Unwilling to accept this, Manxi set off for the Heavenly Capital to personally inquire at Bowan Building, questioning the logic of not constructing in the domain's Central.
Ironically, his visit only brought him humiliation, as Bowan Building said that whichever place was prosperous was the Central, not decided by anyone's words.
This matter couldn't withstand scrutiny from capable people, and it was soon found to be Miao Dingyi's doing.
As a result, all parties understood that Miao Dingyi had officially taken a stance, and Shi Chun was his man!
Anyone with some understanding knew that Bowan Building was well-informed, and since Shi Chun could gain this advantage, it was greatly beneficial.
"Bastard!"
Smash sounds echoed as Gong Shaoci, upon hearing the news, angrily smashed a jade cup in the blooming garden.
For years, he had gone to great lengths to curry favor with the Miao family, yet Miao Dingyi didn't offer his daughter to him nor showed even a half-favor, and now he openly supported someone with that kind of background, making Gong Shaoci feel humiliated and extremely aggrieved.
Knowing that Shi Chun had long pursued Miao Yilan in the past, and now with Miao Dingyi's attitude, it was hard not to overthink.
If he lost to such a person, it would become a huge joke, which he could not accept!
Thus, he tugged at Lei Ying's collar, completely shedding his polite facade, and roared, "Didn't you say he would die? Why isn't he dead yet?"
Two months later, the number of people introduced within Dingnan Prefecture, including those still under restriction, reached one hundred million, prompting Shi Chun to decisively pause further introductions.
Though there would certainly be some among the restricted who didn't meet standards, with the current situation, even if some were rejected, filling the gap wouldn't be difficult.
Of course, the more people, the better; however, his resources were limited, and others wouldn't cover for him endlessly.
On the highest building of Dingnan Prefecture's Central, Shi Chun leaned on the railing, watching as a majestic city was beginning to take a prosperous shape right under his eyes. It was imaginable that many tall and sophisticated buildings would soon rise up.
Young Master Nan came uninvited, fanning himself, and stood beside him while gazing at the scene, marveling, "What a transformation, to see a territory you personally built change this dramatically, doesn't it feel exhilarating?"
Shi Chun: "You wouldn't come to chat with me without a reason."
Young Master Nan chuckled dryly, changing the subject, "I estimate that in another month, the remaining introduced population will be reviewed."
Shi Chun nodded, "That's already very fast, faster than I expected."
Young Master Nan clicked his tongue, "Heavenly Court opened the door conveniently, not only increasing twenty thousand troops to assist with the review but also allowing a certain degree of release before review. Did Miao Dingyi secretly help you smooth things over with the Heavenly Court?"
By now, it was widely known that Miao Dingyi was Shi Chun's backer.
Shi Chun had come to tacitly accept this fact, as this was what he wanted. He had no choice; there were no other supports, and Mulan Jin didn't play along. Though Miao Dingyi was a man from Bowan Building, having support was better than having none.
He shook his head slightly and said, "I really don't know about this. Let's talk about your business."
Young Master Nan continued fanning him, speaking somewhat ingratiatingly, "You see, once a billion houses are built, it must stop. Actually, not even a billion will be built. When my trading company's people suddenly find themselves idle from being so busy, they'll not know what to do for a while. Just as you've got more people coming in to work on building plots, my company's people have become skilled over this time. Such a large piece of fat in Dingnan Prefecture, it doesn't matter who gets to take a bite… Of course, if you think it's inconvenient, just forget it."
"Feng Chi." Shi Chun called out.
Very soon, Feng Chi arrived upon hearing, "My lord, Young Master Nan."
Shi Chun tilted his head and said, "Young Master Nan has his eyes on the construction work in Dingnan Prefecture, if he can take it exclusively, let him. Use that as an excuse, arrange it among yourselves, and make sure it's reasonable not to cause trouble."
Hearing the allowance for exclusive dealing, Young Master Nan excitedly shone his eyes, fanning him continuously, "Rest assured, everything will be reasonable. At worst, earn a little less, make concessions where necessary, and never cause you any trouble."
Feng Chi smiled, agreeing, "Understood." Then she turned to congratulate Young Master Nan, "Congratulations on your prosperity, Young Master Nan."
"Oh, among family, there's no need for formalities." Young Master Nan grinned broadly, coming closer to her to help fan her, "With your flawless, snowy white skin, City Lord Feng, how do you maintain it, becoming more beautiful day by day? Your figure is perfectly proportioned and graceful; it makes me drool just looking at it. City Lord Feng, I'm still missing a main wife. If you don't mind, how about humbly agreeing to marry me?"