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Chapter 1030: Chapter 903 Great Gift (Please Subscribe!)
On the street.
Tang Qing and her second uncle slowed down their pace.
Following behind them.
The content of the chat between the two was not suitable for Second Aunt and the others to know, to avoid worrying them. Seeing a circle of bodyguards around the uncle and niece, pedestrians hastened to give way. After they passed, there was pointing and whispers.
"Second Uncle, do you feel like a big bully walking down the street?" Tang Qing said helplessly,
Tang Kai laughed as well.
"Haha, indeed I do."
...
Evening.
Back to the manor.
Qin Yugang came very late.
The new appointment had come down.
Following that, of course, was the handover of work. He spent the afternoon on it, and the new district leader had already been chosen—promoted from the original executive deputy district leader, and it was Qin Yugang who had initially promoted him.
Someone from his own camp.
If it were someone else.
Qin Yugang would not be at ease.
This time he was called on to put out a fire, the city naturally had to show some consideration, and sure enough, at this evening’s banquet, Qin Yugang even brought his successor, the new Development Zone district leader, Chang Le.
A high-caliber graduate from Tsinghua University.
Thirty-two years old this year, quite young, with active thinking, and yet not impulsive.
A promising candidate.
This was Chang Le’s first time visiting the manor.
But not the first time meeting Liu Qian and Tang Kai, especially Liu Qian—leaders from the city, from the district, Liu Qian knew almost all of them. Tang Kai’s main industries in Qingyan City were also in the Development Zone; it would be strange if they didn’t know each other after so long.
But it was the first time for him to meet Tang Qing.
"Little Le, this is my nephew Tang Qing," Qin Yugang introduced.
"Director Tang, nice to meet you," Chang Le quickly reached out his hand.
Chang Le might not have met Tang Qing, but that didn’t mean he didn’t know who Tang Qing was—the big boss of Sheng Tang Group, a major taxpayer of the Development Zone, and one of the enterprises he would focus on in the future.
"Hello," Tang Qing smiled and extended her hand.
After exchanging a few pleasantries,
they took their seats.
Offering a simple welcome,
everyone went on to enjoy their food.
Experiencing the Tang Family’s ’banquet style’ for the first time, Chang Le quickly adapted. People like him, born in academia, also didn’t like the usual routines of the drinking table much; he found this kind of atmosphere quite nice.
"Yugang, is the operation company of Qingyan Mountain Scenic Area a city-owned enterprise?"
During the meal,
Tang Kai asked Qin Yugang.
Ready to act, Tang Kai wasn’t one to dawdle.
"Yes, the operation company of Qingyan Mountain is a city-owned enterprise. What about it?" Qin Yugang asked curiously.
Tang Qing talked briefly about her plans, including investing in the development of a large commercial center and residential real estate projects, and planning to venture into the tourism industry, building an amusement park, a cinema, etc.
Such a big plan.
Tang Kai didn’t intend to do it secretly and wasn’t afraid of Chang Le hearing about it and spreading the word. If the word didn’t spread, how could it create a buzz?
"You’re serious? Can you... recoup the investment?" Qin Yugang was worried. In an inland city, that’s also not a very important prefecture-level city area, Qin Yugang thought the step was a bit too big.
"I won’t lose money anyway," Tang Kai said nonchalantly.
Liu Qian, sitting nearby, immediately voiced support: "I think it’s feasible. Real estate and the tourism industry are both quite profitable now, and Qingyan Mountain’s operation company is indeed a bit conservative, relying solely on ticket sales, which is quite poor.
They wanted to improve before, but the main issue was the lack of funds. If Boss Tang proposes cooperation or acquisition, the city should give it serious consideration.
Although Qingyan City’s urban area doesn’t have many people, there are many in the county towns below it. As the city develops, as a population center in the province outside of Province City, its consumption potential is huge."
Tang Kai ventured into real estate,
just to create a commercial center.
It was a one-time deal, with no competition with Liu Qian.
"In that case, alright. You should let Sky Eye do a business assessment," Qin Yugang knew he couldn’t stop Tang Kai, and moreover, it seemed like there was no need to. Tang Kai was a businessman.
He probably wouldn’t engage in an unprofitable venture.
"Director Liu, where do you think is a good location for the business center? You’re more familiar with Qingyan City," Tang Kai asked slowly.
At this moment.
Liu Qian’s eyes drifted towards Chang Le’s position.
Looking at Chang Le’s eager-to-speak expression.
He thought of a suitable place, smiled inwardly, and said, "I need to go back and look at the urban planning of Qingyan City; District Chief Chang, you should be more familiar with the city’s plans. Could you give some advice?"
Chang Le looked gratefully at Liu Qian.
Then glanced at Qin Yugang.
"Boss Tang, our Development Zone has a suitable spot. Six years ago, the city’s plan was to build a park, but later, due to the new city leadership taking office, that funding went elsewhere, and the project has been shelved.
Two months ago, our Development Zone was given the rights to dispose of this land by the city. We discussed it in a meeting and decided to develop a few high-grade commercial office buildings, with a leisure park surrounding them.
If you’re interested, Boss Tang, this place is very suitable. It covers 270 acres, and we can expand further if necessary. Less than one kilometer away is the soon-to-be-completed Ring Road.
Moreover, this land is close to several large neighborhoods on the edge of the city, situated on Qingyan City’s east-west thoroughfare. Once developed, I believe a large number of businesses will quickly follow by developing residential neighborhoods in the vicinity, providing a substantial flow of people."
Having said this.
Chang Le looked at Tang Kai with hope.
"That sounds good, Brother Yugang, what do you think?" Tang Kai turned and asked.
Qin Yugang recalled the information about the land, which matched Chang Le’s description. It was indeed good land, so he nodded, "This is indeed a good piece, well-situated, and without the need for extensive demolition."
"District Chief Chang, I’ll go have a look tomorrow. If it’s suitable, I’ll take it," Tang Kai decided. With Qin Yugang’s approval, it was settled, and it could also serve as a ’grand gift’ for Chang Le upon his appointment.
And indeed.
It was a grand gift.
For Chang Le, on his first day in office, before he had even warmed his seat, he facilitated such a large investment, and for a commercial real estate project, not just simple residential buildings, which was a feather in his cap.
At the same time.
It also showed the Tang Family’s supportive stance towards him.
This was the most important aspect.
The Tang Family was growing increasingly powerful in Qingyan City and had a lot of money. Not just money, but they also had a large amount of dollars. This year’s foreign exchange earning task for Qingyan City had been mostly accomplished by Tang Kai.
This made the city leaders very happy.
Earning foreign exchange through exports.
It was a task from top to bottom, assigned by the province. If the city didn’t fulfill it, the city leaders would be criticized. Now, with a stable channel for obtaining foreign exchange, it couldn’t be too wonderful.
"Thank you, Boss Tang. I’ll drink to show my gratitude." Chang Le said gratefully, downing his drink.
This investment.
Was enough to consolidate his current position.
...
The next day.
In the morning.
Tang Kai arrived at the site.
After taking a tour.
He decided to buy the land.
The city leaders, who had been awaiting news, received a call from Chang Le and were delighted. They had no doubt about Tang Kai’s capability; if he was doing it, he would do it well.
The achievements of the Development Zone.
Were also the achievements of the city.
"What kind of company is this Jinghua Real Estate?" the city’s top leader asked curiously.
Upon hearing that Tang Kai was simply an investor, and the construction, operation, and management were by another company, the city leaders were all curious. However, there was one person who wasn’t curious, and that was the mayor of Qingyan City.
Mayor Zeng said with a wry smile, "I know them; it’s a large-scale real estate company from Beijing. They’re currently buying land nationwide, planning to develop commercial squares and urban complexes. They’re quite famous."
"So they’re very wealthy, who owns it?" the Executive Vice Mayor asked.
"Several young notables from Beijing have a joint venture."
"..."
They were influential.
"Tang Qing of the Tang Family also has a quarter share."
"..."
Alright then.
Out of our league.
