Chapter 590

Just finished eating.

Chen Zhuren's message arrived.

Wu An hurriedly took people to the homestay construction site; not coming often also had its benefits, Wu An would ask wherever he went and always find someone to talk to.

Xiao Han followed along, occasionally asking a couple of questions.

Mai Hangyu and Li Xin also kept following; both were a bit nervous, from time to time turning their heads to look at the intersection.

Seeing this, Wu An said, "Hangyu, Li Xin, relax."

Mai Hangyu: "Brother, can I smoke a cigarette?"

"No."

"I'm really nervous, afraid I'll stumble over my words later."

"You've been to university, have you ever seen the president?"

"Definitely have."

"Have you ever chatted with him?"

"No, but I've had a meal together with our department head."

"That's fine; the highest-ranking official coming later is just from the city, surely not the top leader, probably a bureau chief in charge of something, roughly equivalent in rank to your university department head."

"Really?"

Mai Hangyu was somewhat surprised.

Lao Mai was also there, smiling and saying, "A An didn't lie to you; it's like that."

Mai Hangyu slapped his head: "If I had heard you say that earlier, I wouldn't have drunk with the dean back then."

Everyone burst out laughing.

With that interruption, Mai Hangyu and Li Xin weren't as nervous.

Everything was ready.

From afar, a group of people could be seen approaching, all wearing Polo shirts; the person in the middle had an extraordinary presence.

Chen Zhuren followed beside him, speaking.

Wu An nodded silently.

Chen Zhuren is capable; being able to give the main talk in such a setting makes it hard for him not to advance in the future.

Arriving at the homestay project site, since it was a construction site, everyone wore helmets, which also had its particulars; Wu An had people prepare them in advance.

Entering the construction site, Chen Zhuren greeted Wu An to come forward.

The county and city leaders wore smiles, appearing approachable and actually quite amiable, first praising others, then praising his deeds.

Wu An wasn't bad either.

Centering on rural revitalization, he pointed out his own entrepreneurship in his hometown, then said he was creating jobs for the village, emphasizing that more villagers wouldn't have to leave home to work elsewhere but could earn a living at their doorstep.

His remarks were neither humble nor arrogant.

The leaders listened, nodding repeatedly, giving continual approval.

Wu An didn't say too much empty talk; instead, he focused on the homestay—how to build it, how to attract visitors, and how to showcase his hometown's beautiful mountains and waters to tourists from all directions.

The leader was very pleased, saying, "Young man, not bad at all, down-to-earth, do well, I wish you success."

"I also need to remind you, you must always keep your original intention."

"You should contribute to your hometown's development, not hold it back or smear it."

Wu An hastily promised, "Please supervise us, Leader."

The leader laughed and said "good, good, good," then asked about any difficulties, to be reported and resolved promptly, and also suggested that Wu An, as a pioneer, should bravely take on more responsibility, blaze a trail for those who follow, and establish industry regulations.

Hearing the leader say that, Wu An felt delighted, as if flowers were blooming in his heart.

Leader Qi occasionally said a couple of sentences, merely nodding repeatedly and smiling; Wu An pointed out that the town was very supportive, tilting resources, and helping to apply for interest-free loans.

In response, the leader in charge of this matter, Leader Xi, received praise.

Initially, Leader Qi had rejected the interest-free loan; later, Leader Xi somehow found out about it, gathered the materials, and helped get it approved.

As the leader and Wu An chatted amiably for a good while, just in Zhenzhongcun it took two hours.

The whole process.

Han Song recorded the whole process; upon learning that a journalist was interviewing, the leader didn't say anything, but still took some photos at the more distinctive spots of the homestay, saying it was to help with publicity.

Leaving Zhenzhongcun, in the gap before heading to the next village, the leader and his secretary started chatting.

"Does that journalist need an interview appointment?"

"No need."

"That young man is quite remarkable."

"I think he's bold, even daring to scheme against you."

"Hey, we're just in the service business; this is a good thing, good for everyone—that homestay really isn't bad; if it can get off the ground, it could serve as a model for promotion."

"I will keep following up."

"Mm, good."

Chen Zhuren and the others didn't leave with them but stayed in the village, holding a small celebration in the village committee.

This time, Zhenzhongcun made a big appearance not just in the town but even in the county.

Wu An wasn't just happily smiling; he also took out the development plan he had formulated in his spare time.

In short.

It is to take the homestay project as a point and develop in multiple ways.

Wu An is no longer satisfied with small-scale operations; he wants to build a tourism street covering food, drink, and entertainment.

It's somewhat similar to the "ancient towns" of the Jiangsu-Zhejiang area; called an ancient town, it's actually just a few streets, but already enough to make tourists open their wallets.

Speaking of before, he took out this development plan; not to mention the town, the village likely wouldn't support him, but after the senior leader made a trip, though others didn't say so, Director Chen was fully supportive.

The investment is huge.

Wu An also didn't plan to take it all himself; bringing in investment not only spreads risk but also lets experienced people join, saving many detours.

With the town and village's support and this place's excellent natural environment, it's hard not to succeed.

As for remoteness, inconvenient transport is a problem that needs solving; moreover, for tourists keen on travel, chasing wilderness and freedom, it's hardly an issue at all.

After an hour's discussion in the village committee, Wu An saw that no result would be reached soon, left the development plan, and took his leave.

What the village needs to do is integrate land resources, participate by contributing land as shares; as for the specific share ratio, that needs further negotiation.

This isn't something that can be decided on a whim.

Wu An rose and took his leave.

Director Chen saw him to the gate; the village will handle things quickly and also let Wu An prepare the specific regulations sooner.

Wu An agreed.

Gu Anran drove to pick him up and headed straight for the county.

On the way.

Lao Jiang called, saying tomorrow the village will hold a signing ceremony; coincidentally, after the county and city leaders heard, they also said they'd come to join the fun.

Now the Xixi Village Committee is on high alert, and Wu Yingwei is busy making preparations.

Lao Jiang asked where Wu An was.

Wu An said he was on the way to the county.

Lao Jiang exclaimed in surprise: "Such a big thing, and you're not coming to join the fun?"

Wu An shook his head: "What a load of bullshit."

"None of my damn business."

"It's Shen Nan who's showing off."

Lao Jiang said with a grim smile: "That's what I mean, are you just going to watch?"

Wu An was taken aback, saying: "You're right to remind me; I can't just watch, I need to feel involved too."

Lao Jiang: "Is there anything you want me to do?"

Wu An said: "If you run into Shen Nan, help me hype him up, best to make him get carried away."

Lao Jiang chuckled: "That's simple, isn't it just buttering him up to his detriment?"

After hanging up with Lao Jiang, Wu An called Lin Hu.

Lin Hu and Shen Nan haven't fallen out yet; now is a good time to put them to use.

Last time Lin Hu came to remind Shen Nan to stir up trouble, he owed a favor; now it's time to repay it.

You ask.

Having Lin Hu help with work, how is that still repaying a favor?

Wu An is giving Lin Hu an opportunity.

If Lin Hu still has brains, he'll seize the chance.

After calling a second time, Lin Hu picked up.

"A An, anything up?"

"There is something: tomorrow Shen Nan will make a big show, which is good; tonight we can find Shen Nan to celebrate properly, have a few drinks."

"Will Shen Nan be willing?"

"You go find Wu Yingjin; Wu Yingjin became deputy director, hasn't treated anyone yet; Wu Yingjin is stingy, unwilling to spend money, but definitely doesn't mind letting Shen Nan spend."

"At that time you just say this..."

Wu An gave thorough instructions; Lin Hu had no hesitation, agreed: "Okay, I got it."

Hung up.

Wu An let out a long sigh; plans can't keep up with changes, so he can't stay too long in the county, he needs to go back to the village early tomorrow to watch the show.