"Don't put me on too high a pedestal. You saw when I fought Liu Zhixuan, many people wanted to see me fall!" Ling Feng's smile faded.
Upon hearing this, Yang Fei quickly retracted his own smile.
But he still said very seriously, "However, what this subordinate says is the truth. If you were to rally people, many would definitely be willing."
"Yes, I understand what you're saying, but do you know the immense influence that would bring?"
Ling Feng shook his head. "We need to build basic safety facilities in important locations in some wilderness areas before we can release this news. Otherwise, many people will come out and compete with you."
"You mean, those foreign guys will also rush to imitate us?"
Yang Fei realized the seriousness of the matter.
"If they are willing to spend money on construction, I am naturally willing. However, that would be beyond our control. They wouldn't let the weak live there, nor would they provide protection to others. Would such a safety zone still be a safety zone? It would merely be a city they invested in, and many people, even if they entered, would only be providing sustenance for the vampires above," Ling Feng shook his head, his expression growing more indifferent.
Yang Fei couldn't help but gasp. "You're right. In that case, we really can't let them react too quickly. Some wilderness areas have no clear ownership. If we occupy them sooner, they'll be ours. Then we can draw boundaries and continue expanding within our own territory!"
"Yes, but it will cost a lot of money. At this time, we need something to stimulate the economy and make many people willing to step forward and do things."
After Ling Feng said this, he closed his eyes slightly.
At the same time, in the top-floor conference room of the Qingtian Construction Company headquarters in the capital, many real estate developers and construction magnates had already gathered.
They all had extensive experience in building defensive fortifications for safety zones.
They had also profited greatly afterward, receiving many official subsidies. They could build their commercial buildings, residential complexes, hotels, and entertainment venues within the safety zones. After building these, they had made a fortune. Of course, this was what they deserved. After all, in the situation at the time, although they were acting in a crisis and felt somewhat forced, they had ultimately made contributions.
The completion of the capital's safety zone was definitely inseparable from these people.
And usually, when they gathered, it meant that something big was about to happen – helping other cities build or expand their safety zones.
However, they were now less willing to contribute to these matters because the profits were too low. The living conditions required by humans within the safety zones were already saturated.
Even if they obtained new plots of land and built houses, they would be difficult to sell. Of course, this was also because many people did not have enough money to buy houses.
Therefore, they were already looking down on the benefits the government offered them. They would rather spend money to buy popular plots of land than invest so much to expand the safety zones.
Of course, if it were not for other cities but the capital, they would be very willing, as it remained a place where every inch of land was precious.
So, after everyone had gathered.
Someone spoke to Huang Wenhua, the chairman of the Qingtian Construction Group, who was seated at the head of the table.
"Elder Huang, is this a good thing, or do we have to contribute?"
A good thing naturally meant they would receive some benefits. Contributing meant working for the government, and ultimately, they would gain nothing!
Such matters could not be forced upon them; conditions could only be proposed, and they would act if they were satisfied.
Of course, if there was significant pressure from above, they had no choice, as it was relatively easy for those in power to deal with them.
Unless they all united, only then would they have a chance to resist certain things.
Of course, such situations were extremely rare, as their cooperation also involved vested interests.
Who would give their complete trust to another person or another company?
Therefore, everyone's thoughts were clear: they would first inquire about the situation.
Huang Wenhua saw that the magnates on his left and right had not spoken, and it was the subordinates who were asking questions. He felt a little impatient.
He had dealt with these old foxes for too long. Their attitude was as if they had written a sentence on their faces.
"I'm already giving you face by being here. If you have something to say, say it quickly; if you have something to release, release it quickly!"
Even though Huang Wenhua was impatient, even feeling heartbroken and angry about many people's awareness, and even wishing he could slap them and curse them as profiteers.
However, Huang Wenhua could not do these things. If it truly came to that point, Huang Wenhua knew that he wouldn't need to act; someone would naturally step forward to discipline them.
But Huang Wenhua was essentially on the same side as these people. If he failed to complete these tasks, it would be his own dereliction of duty!
"I will speak directly. This time, we are going to build safety zones. It is a need of our Great Hua. There is no room for negotiation. I hope everyone can contribute."
Huang Wenhua spoke each word with a certain domineering aura!
The person who had asked the question earlier immediately fell silent. He could still ask questions in a half-joking manner before, but seeing Huang Wenhua's demeanor, they knew that some jokes could no longer be made!
And the people on Huang Wenhua's left and right slowly looked up. There was a hint of confusion or astonishment in their eyes.
"Elder Huang, where are we building the safety zone? Why hasn't it been discussed yet? Are we still going to be forced to do things at gunpoint like three years ago?"
An elder spoke, his voice carrying a hint of coldness.
Others were about to speak as well.
But just then, the conference room door was directly opened.
Then a voice came from outside: "What? If you weren't pointed at gunpoint three years ago, you wouldn't do anything, is that it? How much benefit have you gained in the past three years? Are you saying you have to give it back now?"
The tone was very calm, and the voice was not particularly loud, but it made everyone's hearts tremble. They inexplicably wanted to lower their heads and dared not look in the direction of the voice.
Huang Wenhua turned his head and his expression changed drastically. He quickly stood up.
Huang Wenhua did not recognize the two young people who entered, but he recognized the old man in a suit following behind them, who was the highest responsible person for safety zone construction, Zhou Fatao!
"Mr. Zhou, you're here!"
Huang Wenhua rushed to greet him.
Others also stood up one after another, clearly showing reverence for Zhou Fatao. However, they were curious about who the young man leading the way was.
Those words just now were too aggressive!