Chapter 1674 - 1668: Think It Over Carefully
Contracting to the Gu Family, getting hundreds of thousands or even millions in cash at once is indeed tempting.
But the problem is, once it’s gone, it’s gone.
And once Fuling Village sells it, it can be said that they completely lose control.
Judging by the Gu Family’s methods and style, in the future, they’ll definitely behave recklessly and tyrannically in the village.
At that time, the villagers might not have a good life, and being bullied would be certain.
We can see this from many incidents that happened in Liuhua Village.
This was only mitigated because Chen Yang was there; otherwise, there would certainly be more issues.
But if it were contracted to him, the situation would be different.
His character and conduct are well known in and around Liuhua Village. Moreover, he is willing to directly sign a contract with Fuling Village, guaranteeing every villager a job position.
If someone is willing to work, they can have a long-term job.
In addition, he has made an extremely tempting offer.
That is, he has offered Fuling Village 15% of the shares.
The coal mine’s annual profit will have 15% allocated, to be evenly distributed among all the villagers.
This offer is very appealing to Li Sihai, and even to the entire Fuling Village.
One option is to sell it off in one big transaction, and the other is to get money, jobs, and also have equity with dividends.
This would make even a fool choose to cooperate with Chen Yang.
After hearing Chen Yang’s offer, Li Sihai indeed felt deeply moved and a bit incredulous about the whole thing.
"Are you sure you can provide us with jobs, and while paying for the contract, also offer the village collective 15% of the shares?" Li Sihai stared at Chen Yang and asked.
Chen Yang hadn’t discussed the share offer with Wang Jingman’s father in advance.
He had come up with this idea unexpectedly on his way here, planning to make a similar investment arrangement as in Liuhua Village for Fuling Village.
Although it hadn’t been discussed yet, Chen Yang felt it wouldn’t be a big issue, given that it’s just 15% of the shares.
After all, he didn’t need any benefits from the coal mine; he only needed the Spirit Stone below. The coal mine profits were all to be given to Wang Jingman’s family.
So giving up 15% was not difficult.
Upon hearing Li Sihai’s inquiry, Chen Yang didn’t answer directly but instead looked at Wang Jingman sitting beside him.
Wang Jingman knew that without offering something special, it would be hard to change Li Sihai’s mind, so she decisively nodded in agreement.
"Yes, we can. As long as Village Chief Li cooperates with us, we can not only provide shares but also ensure the environment and employ your village’s labor force, ensuring every household’s income reaches over a hundred thousand." Wang Jingman said earnestly.
"Uh...who is this?"
Li Sihai didn’t know Wang Jingman.
"This is the developer, Wang Jingman. She is also interested in acquiring your village’s coal mine." Chen Yang introduced.
Listening to Chen Yang’s explanation, Li Sihai’s eyes widened in shock.
He didn’t expect this young woman to actually be the boss wanting to buy their village’s coal mine.
"Hello, hello!" Li Sihai stood up excitedly, extending his hand to shake hands with Wang Jingman.
Out of courtesy, Wang Jingman also stood up with a smile: "Village Chief Li, no need to be too courteous. We are serious about this, not only from a business standpoint but also considering your village’s prospects, hoping you seriously consider and make a decision."
"Village Chief, Liuhua Village is a living example. Although my sister and Sister Zhang at the village entrance are married, they wouldn’t cheat their maternal family, right? Partnering with the Gu Family is really risky; you need to think carefully." Wang Yong, who was sitting in the back listening seriously to Chen Yang and Li Sihai’s conversation, finally couldn’t hold back.
In other instances, he could keep himself from interrupting.
But with such enticing offers from Chen Yang and Wang Jingman, he just couldn’t resist.
"Uncle Li, we in Fuling Village have such a rare opportunity; you must seize it. You really can’t easily cooperate with the Gu Family." Wang Hong also earnestly advised.
Although merely a housewife, she understood this was an opportunity that shouldn’t be missed.
If cooperating with the Gu Family, there would be money, but what about afterward?
Would a few hundred thousand be enough for a lifetime?
Long-term development is practical. She deeply felt this herself, thinking that following Chen Yang’s way couldn’t be wrong.
Everyone’s persuasion left Li Sihai highly conflicted.
He wasn’t uninterested; it was just the fear of other troubles arising preventing him from making a final decision.
"Give me some time. I will consider what you say and once I figure things out, I’ll give you an answer." After hesitating for a while, Li Sihai finally decided to think it over carefully.
Chen Yang originally wanted to persuade him more, but seeing this response, he understood it wasn’t wise to force it, as it might backfire, raising suspicions about hidden intentions.
"Alright, Village Chief Li, think it over. The facts are laid here; see if you can make sense of it. If you decide to cooperate, call me anytime." Chen Yang stood up.
Wang Jingman, Wang Hong, and Wang Yong followed his move to stand.
"Yes, yes, you all go ahead. Let me think it through." Li Sihai nodded.
"Alright." Chen Yang nodded and then simply led Wang Jingman, Wang Hong, and the others out of the meeting room.
When they reached the village office courtyard, Chen Yang suddenly paused.
"What’s up, Yang Zi?"
Wang Hong asked.
"Nothing, Aunt Wang, I just forgot to tell something to Village Chief Li. Please wait for me; I’ll be right back." Chen Yang said, immediately turning back to the meeting room.
Inside the meeting room, Li Sihai, with a troubled expression, was deeply conflicted.
Seeing Chen Yang return, he thought perhaps he forgot something.
Chen Yang, however, walked straight to him.
"Village Chief Li, I heard your daughter is ill?" Chen Yang asked.
Li Sihai was stunned, immediately asking, "How did you know?"
"I heard it from Wang Yong." As he spoke, Chen Yang took out a red elixir from his pocket and handed it to Li Sihai.
"Village Chief Li, it happens that I’m a doctor. I have a general understanding of your daughter’s condition. This medicine can’t cure her directly, but it can alleviate her condition. You can try it, and if it helps, come find me. I can try to help treat her." Chen Yang said.
Li Sihai stared at the offered elixir, a bit bewildered.
He didn’t know what to say at that moment.
But Chen Yang didn’t wait for a response. After placing the red elixir on the table, he turned and left.
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