Chapter 447: The Mayor's Secretary Pulls Strings

Liu Jianghua felt Huo Yunyan's words made sense. No matter how Chen Yang's money came, it was all used for Dongjiangsheng's economic development.

The East Jiang Bridge Old City Renovation Zone covers an area of 2,000 mu. If Chen Yang can handle this project well, the entire economic system of Xingcheng will be revitalized.

Liu Jianghua originally only wanted to give Chen Yang a small reward, but unexpectedly got a big surprise. He couldn't help but remark that this kid was truly a lucky charm.

At the morning standing committee meeting, there were actually not a few voices opposing Chen Yang. After all, the benefits of the East Jiang Bridge Old City Renovation Project were too great, and many people wanted a share.

But when Sun Changqing indicated that Chen Yang would fully purchase the land use rights for this project and would also jointly develop this community with numerous business elites from Dongjiangsheng, many standing committee members, including the Provincial Party Secretary and the Provincial Governor, voted in favor.

After all, the 6 billion yuan land transfer fee could solve many problems for the government, and the project's subsequent investment would also drive more industrial development.

The Provincial Party Secretary also gave special instructions at the meeting, requiring all departments to spare no effort in providing comprehensive support and guarantees for this project.

After leaving the Provincial Government, Chen Yang directly called Liu Shijie.

"Brother Jie, are you interested in the East Jiang Bridge Old City Renovation project?"

"Chen Yang, many real estate tycoons in the province are eyeing that project; you definitely have no chance."

"Brother Jie, this isn't something you need to worry about. I'm just asking: are you interested in undertaking the construction work for this project?"

"Of course I'm interested! From your tone, have you secured the project? Which plot? I'll bring people to check the site."

"What do you mean, which plot? I've taken the whole project."

"What? Just the land for that project costs sixty billion yuan. Where do you get that much money?"

"Your question is a bit redundant. Prepare first; once things are settled, I'll take you to see the site."

"Good! Then I'll wait for your good news!"

Chen Yang had Liu Shijie undertake the construction work for the East Jiang Bridge Old City Renovation project, mainly because the construction of Qinghe Building was nearly topped out, giving him more energy to invest in other projects.

Moreover, Liu Shijie already had successful experience developing the Sunshine Garden Community, and he had also established a good reputation among the residents of Xingcheng.

Of course, for such a large project, Chen Yang would not leave it solely to Liu Shijie's company; according to the progress of demolition, he would appropriately add one or two more contractors to join the project.

However, Chen Yang didn't expect that right after hanging up with Liu Shijie, another call would come in immediately.

"Mr. Chen, I heard you've secured the East Jiang Bridge Old City Renovation project. My grandfather asked me to ask you: have the contractors been confirmed?"

Chen Yang didn't expect the Zhao Feiyang family's news to be so well-informed; while the Xingcheng Municipal Government still hadn't given him a reply, they had already received the information ahead of time. "Mr. Zhao, I have applied to undertake this project, but it hasn't been finalized yet, so I can't be sure. If it is settled, I have already communicated with Liu Zong of Sunshine Real Estate regarding the first phase of the project."

"Zhao Feiyang immediately said: 'Give the first phase to Liu Zong, and can the second phase be given to Wang Clan Real Estate?'"

"Chen Yang curiously asked: 'Mr. Zhao, why don't you strive for your own company?'"

"Zhao Feiyang sighed: 'My grandfather has always treated me well since childhood; this time he proactively asked me to handle something, and I cannot be ungrateful.'"

"Chen Yang thought for a moment and said: 'Then reply to him. Just say that if the project is confirmed, the second-phase construction can be undertaken by Wang Clan Real Estate.'"

Upon hearing this, Zhao Feiyang repeatedly expressed his gratitude.

Seeing that Zhao Feiyang had already received the news, Chen Yang guessed that Sun Changqing's call would come soon, so he drove straight to the Xingcheng Municipal Government.

Upon arriving at Sun Changqing's office, his secretary immediately greeted him with a smile.

"Mr. Chen, congratulations! The provincial government has approved the East Jiang Bridge Old City Renovation project."

"Thank you, Secretary Wu. Is Mayor Sun busy?"

"The mayor is on a call with the governor; please rest outside for a while!"

Wu Changge poured Chen Yang a cup of hot tea, then quietly asked: "Mr. Chen, have the contractors for this project been confirmed?"

Chen Yang wasn't sure whether this was Sun Changqing's intention or Wu Changge's own idea, so he said: "I've already contacted several contractors I've worked with before. Since the project hasn't been finalized, we haven't had detailed discussions yet."

Upon hearing this, Wu Changge showed a hint of joy on his face: "Mr. Chen, could you also consider Junhao Real Estate?"

Chen Yang had no impression of Junhao Real Estate at all, and curiously asked: "Is Junhao Real Estate from another province? Why have I never heard of it?"

Wu Changge immediately shook his head, looked around to make sure no outsiders were present, then lowered his voice to tell Chen Yang: "Junhao Real Estate is a newly established company; its boss is the mayor's wife's younger brother."

Chen Yang frowned slightly upon hearing this. If Junhao Real Estate had real estate development experience, out of respect for Sun Changqing's face, giving them a project wouldn't matter, but their sole purpose was purely to profit from this trend.

Such behavior is what Chen Yang dislikes the most, yet he cannot help but consider Sun Changqing's face.

Just as Chen Yang was torn, his phone rang—it was Sun Changqing calling. He hurriedly answered and then trotted into Sun Changqing's office.

"Mayor Sun, I'm here."

Seeing Chen Yang walk straight in from outside his office, Sun Changqing was startled. After reacting, he put down the phone and teasingly scolded Chen Yang: "You little dog, are you? The province just finished its meeting this morning, and you already caught wind of it?"

Chen Yang laughed: "Mayor Sun, many people have called me today to discuss project cooperation. I guess you definitely have results on your end, so I came over to check."

Upon hearing this, Sun Changqing's expression instantly turned stern. He told Chen Yang: "The province places great importance on the East Jiang Bridge Old City Renovation project. When choosing partners, you must carefully vet them; if any problems arise, I won't let you off."

Chen Yang asked: "Mayor Sun, if a leader's relative comes to me asking for a backdoor, should I agree or refuse?"

Sun Changqing replied without hesitation: "No matter which leader's relative, if they lack sufficient capability, they cannot be accommodated. If anyone gives you trouble, come tell me directly."

Upon hearing this, Chen Yang already had an answer in mind. Since both the province and the city attach great importance to this project, the key engineering work must still be given to capable contractors.

As for other aspects, it's okay to appropriately open a loophole.

Chen Yang is no longer a newborn calf just entering society; the interpersonal relationships that need to be handled still must be dealt with properly.