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Chapter 339: Chapter 277 Infrastructure Construction, Planning (Please Subscribe!)_1
In the following days, Bangkok’s underground forces maintained a sense of tranquility. Several new big shots showed remarkable restraint. After a month of chaotic events, nobody sought to instigate conflicts or seize territories. In addition, the Command Room’s careful planning of the conflict resolution led to an equal distribution of power among four major forces.
Therefore, within two days, a pattern of pairs forming alliances emerged. The force that allied themselves with the soldiers had the deepest infiltration. Besides their puppet boss who was an absolute fool, all other rights within this force were held by the soldiers. If the Command Room was willing, they could replace the puppet any time.
This puppet was the son of the previous big shot, a rightful heir. Considering that they needed a figurehead, they let him continue as the big shot. If he obeyed, all was well, if not, he would face the consequences.
Despite the seemingly calm surface, the real struggle began under the surface. The soldiers had blocked their opponents’ source of income. Naturally, the command center had had prepared for the vengefulness of the other side — or rather, they took the initiative to strike first. 𝙣𝙤𝙫𝒑𝙪𝒃.𝒄𝒐𝙢
So within two days, those who plotted against them were harshly dealt with. These individuals suffered heavy losses and were all caught at their gathering places. They had barely planned their move and picked up their weapons when they were ambushed and defeated at their own doorsteps.
At this point, no one in Bangkok dared to make a move against them anymore. The flour business had moved to other territories, but it didn’t matter to whom the money was going. This made the other forces quite pleased.
However, their joy was short-lived.
Just a day of happiness passed, and their laughter died down because their suppliers were attacked and busted by the Bangkok police.
The strategy of the command center was simple — cut off the source of these harmful things. By anonymous tips to the Bangkok police, multiple major cases were solved. Of course, the soldiers who had infiltrated the Bangkok police station also benefited, receiving minor promotions.
Meanwhile, as chaos was erupting in Bangkok...
April 15;
Myanmar’s plan had also been completed. After several not-so-intense conflicts and battles, several leaders stepped down one after another. Naidan’s territory was once again unified and even included Wei Jun’s old territory.
The territory was staggeringly large.
After hearing the news, Tang Qing was very excited. It was not because of the money he made or the expansion of his territory, but because he could view the clear, beautiful scenery of Myanmar’s mountainous areas from the Command Room. He thought the place would be great for camping once a new teleportation node was added.
Moreover, such a backward place kindled his desire to play a territory construction game.
Once he caught hold of the idea, he couldn’t let go.
So after dinner...
Tang Qing rushed to the Command Room.
Arriving there, he had Tang Yi explain the entire situation on Myanmar’s side, giving him a general understanding.
Actually, there was nothing beyond the plan. They just employed similar techniques as in Bangkok. Due to time constraints, they even had to intensify the measures a bit causing several leaders to meet their ends. What followed was a demonstration that might equals right, given there were no laws or much attention paid to this region. The Command Room naturally had little choice but to bring the situation under control swiftly.
Naturally, the harvest was massive, totaling more assets than Naidan’s. They amounted to over 600 million RMB in various liquid assets. The valuables were worth no less than 1.5 billion, but Tang Qing didn’t draw a penny from this wealth. The territory needed to be developed, and since it was his territory, it certainly couldn’t remain impoverished as it had been.
Tang Qing sat in his chair, pondered for a moment, and began to outline his plan.
"Tang Yi, take note, your upcoming tasks are significant. First, cut off all those harmful substances within the controlled areas and replace them with crops, medicinal plants, and enhance the aquaculture sector.
Secondly, carry out necessary infrastructure development in the local region — roads, bridges, electricity, communication facilities, and so on. How you source these, is up to you. Although it may be difficult, we border several countries, so sourcing materials should not be a problem.
Third, let those who have committed numerous crimes go mining. Killing them would be a waste. Also, we need to increase the excavation in all mining areas and assign more people to locate new mineral deposits. Any new deposits found should be left unmined for now, kept as reserves.
Fourth, restart Wei Jun’s previous trading routes and projects, especially the supply of goods from my second uncle’s place. The old pricing is fine. Also, find a flat location to build a colony to serve as a transfer station for future business transactions, which can also double as a market.
Fifth, establish local management departments to maintain public order and basic fairness. Increase educational investments and build some primary schools because our population’s quality needs improvement.
Sixth, enhance our infiltration into surrounding powers. We don’t want to fight them, but we also cannot let them ambush us out of the blue. We must ensure that we can quickly take over when necessary, but without incorporating them into our current territory, thus keeping a necessary buffer zone.
Seventh, find an opportunity to form a stable trade route with Thailand at the border.
Eighth, force all those who are addicted to undergo addiction treatment. Well, for now, those are all the ideas I can come up with. You guys go ahead and execute them. Keep all the funds and earnings to subsidize the above plans."
Tang Qing rambled on for a while. Although he might not have covered everything, that’s fine—slow and steady wins the race. Ensure external defenses and internal stable constructions, nothing bad can happen in the short run.
"Yes, Commander", Tang Yi agreed.
These are the initial steps, there are a lot more in the latter stages. This place will become his absolute control zone. However, Tang Qing never thought of further expansion.
A buffer zone is one aspect.
On the other hand, the actions of the fighters in Bangkok are quite unique. If similar unique, aggressive actions are taken here, that would be too conspicuous. The striking similarity in tactics on both sides, entirely targeting the bad guys, and banning harmful things, people would inevitably link them together. Tang Qing absolutely refuses to join in that.
Not to mention, the big shots in Thailand would never allow a Burmese force to have any influence in their capital, let alone an aggressive one. This crossing of the line would result in one outcome - they would do whatever it takes to eliminate the Thai forces under Tang Qing’s control; this is a matter of principle.
Especially if other countries find that similar events are also happening within their own borders. OK, the response would be fighting. This is among the reasons why Tang Qing has no interest in controlling the underground forces globally as his personnel and methods are too unique to be changed in a short time. He could end up confronting all the governments worldwide, resulting in joint elimination.
Facing this severe consequence, Tang Qing is aware that he would not be able to withstand it, even with the mighty army.
Become an enemy of the whole world?
An endless fight?
Damn, that would be a joke.
He would never do such a thing. Owning a little territory is good enough. As for its influence, it can start with that "protection fee organization" that extorts the underworld forces. The world can tolerate a person or force that extorts bad guys everywhere, but it will never allow an aggressive, infiltrating force that violates the rules of the game and is present worldwide.
This is the bottom line of all countries.
This bottom line.
Tang Qing still doesn’t have the qualification to challenge it.
However, one day, he believes he will have.
PS: The recent Chapters could actually be expanded into many stories, but to avoid minor accidents leading to severe consequences, Mouse can only gloss over it.
Feeling a bit dizzy and writing a little chaotically, please forgive me. Off to sleep!!
