Big Data Cultivation
Chapter 1093: Prosperity (First update calling for guaranteed monthly votes)

Chapter 1093: Chapter 1093: Prosperity (First update calling for guaranteed monthly votes)

For Feng Jun, the development of the communication system in the Mobile Phone Realm was not of great concern to him.

Although he would make a lot of money from the development of communication, it would also increase the risks, something he had not actively considered before.

Now, as his cultivation level has improved, these risks have become somewhat smaller. Although he is being forced to promote this matter, the conditions have maturely sufficiently.

The most critical point is that once the Four Sects and Wutai have divided their territories and operated them independently, their attention will be significantly redirected, and his situation will become much safer; any potential scheming from them would only occur much later.

By then, he might already possess enough power to protect himself.

If the Communication System were solely in the hands of the Yinsha Sect without competitive pressure, the Yinsha could take their time working on it. They would have more time to contemplate whether the Communication System could lead to more applications, which would then endanger Feng Jun’s situation.

Once the Communication Management Committee is established, even if someone from the Four Sects and Wutai comes up with new uses for it, they couldn’t rashly move against Feng Jun without facing repercussions from other powers.

The only pity is that with the establishment of this committee, Feng Jun could no longer quietly and sneakily develop his power.

Chairman Huang Fu Flawless even wanted him to be more ostentatious and pondered thoughtfully, "The Communication Management Committee... you should have a share in it, shouldn’t you?"

"No worries," Feng Jun said, waving his hands in alarm, "I’m fine just selling stuff honestly, especially since I’m doing it for you guys at Tiantong."

Chairman Huang Fu Flawless was unsurprised, and after some thought, she asked, "So, do you think our Tiantong should take the lead with this committee? After all, we will be giving up a lot of benefits."

After Feng Jun’s detailed explanation, she realized that Tiantong could definitely not monopolize this big piece of cake alone; if she did not opt to share it, it could be completely devoured by the Yinsha Sect without leaving any crumbs behind.

Hence, she had to accept this suggestion. As for Tiantong’s losses, she couldn’t afford to consider that.

It wasn’t because the losses would be borne primarily by Tiantong Headquarters that she wasn’t too concerned, but she was aware that Tiantong Headquarters wouldn’t possibly be able to handle such a huge undertaking— her previous estimations of the Communication System’s market were too conservative.

At the same time, she admired Feng Jun’s foresight and profoundly felt her own inadequacies, which is why she actively sought advice.

"Correct," Feng Jun nodded affirmatively, "Given the nature of the Commerce Alliance that Tiantong is, it’s most appropriate for you to take the lead."

Chairman Huang Fu Flawless blinked and nodded vigorously, "Exactly, none of the Four Sects or Wutai would be satisfied with any one of them in charge. My great Tiantong is indeed powerful and domineering... Any other suggestions?"

At that moment, she truly admired Feng Jun, feeling that her own intellect, which she was proud of, was but trifling before him.

She wondered whether he had some practical experience from similar situations in the Declined Realm that helped him, but even if that was the case, wasn’t it still worth seeking his advice?

Yet, Feng Jun decisively shook his head, "I have already reminded you of what I need to; the rest is not something I should get involved in."

After saying that, he cupped his hands in a salute and turned to leave.

Chairman Huang Fu Flawless, however, sank into deep contemplation; for over half an hour, she repeatedly took out and put back an obsidian-carved bust, struggling to decide whether to invite the spirit of Ancestor Huang Fu for guidance.

She strongly wished to prove her capability through her own efforts instead of seeking guidance from the Ancestor for everything.

Moreover, she felt that she had requested the Ancestor’s presence a bit too frequently over the past two years.

In the end, she still offered up the statue and lit a stick of incense.

After one stick of incense had burned out without the ancestor’s spirit arriving, Chairman Huang Fu Flawless steeled her heart and lit two more sticks.

As soon as the incense was lit this time, Ancestor Huang Fu appeared, speaking irritably, "Don’t you know I’m busy with something?"

"Ancestor, please forgive me," Chairman Huang Fu Flawless quickly knelt and kowtowed, "I’m truly desperate; the Yinsha Sect wishes to harm our Huang Fu Clan."

"Hmm?" Ancestor Huang Fu was immediately taken aback, pausing before saying, "Tell me what the big issue is, don’t panic, take your time, I’m here."

In his heart, he too was slightly anxious, but as the ultimate combat strength of the Huang Fu Clan, he had to instill sufficient confidence in the younger generation.

After hearing of Yinsha’s schemes, he nodded slightly, "Tch, Yinsha has always been like this; but indeed, our Huang Fu Clan really can’t refuse their ’sincerity’... Your analysis is not wrong, rise."

Chairman Huang Fu Flawless nodded and stood up, "Grandchild also felt the issue was significant and needed to confirm with the Ancestor."

Ancestor Huang Fu inquired aloud, "This Communication System you speak of... is it really that important?"

"How should I put this?" Huang Fu Flawless organized her thoughts and repeated Feng Jun’s analysis.

By the end, she emphasized a point, "I think that having mastered core technology will greatly aid the future development of our clan. We can keep a low profile within the Communication Management Committee, but we must strive to secure this right... Ancestor, what do you think?"

The Ancestor paused to digest the news, then nodded, "This matter... I support you. However, you’d better give the Mountain Master a heads-up and ensure he doesn’t rashly grant authorization to others. The core technology is not in our hands, but his!"

Huang Fu Flawless blushed slightly as if something crossed her mind, then nodded, "Rest assured, Ancestor, I understand."

"Hmph," Ancestor Huang Fu snorted coldly, speaking ominously, "We must not have the Huang Fu Family running around only for others to benefit in the end. That would be too laughable... You must make this clear to him."

"I understand," Huang Fu Flawless replied without hesitation. She was confident in Feng Jun, but it was difficult to explain this confidence to others—most likely, the Ancestor wouldn’t have the time to listen to these trivial matters, "He has no intention of joining the management committee."

The Ancestor gave her a profound look, his form starting to fade, "I’ll also put in a word for you on this matter, but primarily, you should approach Tiantong about it. If you’re leading the initiative, they should agree. I’m going, oh I forgot to tell you about Chaos position..."

His voice trailed off as his figure completely vanished.

Huang Fu Flawless shook her head with a wry smile, sometimes her own Ancestor... could be quite offbeat.

Early the next morning, Chairman Huang Fu, along with a group of people, left Mount Zhige...

When she returned, a month and a half later, Mount Zhige had fully entered the height of summer.

Feng Jun managed Mount Zhige in an orderly fashion, opening multiple cold drink shops and such, even launching a broadcasting station on Mount Zhige, and started selling radios as well.

This radio project was something he had been planning to launch earlier. The culture and entertainment on this plane were monotonously dreadful; even a large family having a celebratory or mournful event, bringing in a troupe to perform for three days was akin to celebrating the New Year.

But until now, he felt that launching the broadcasting station prematurely was too high-profile, and the timing wasn’t right.

However, by now, he’d been swept up in the turmoil of the communication system. Willing or not, he couldn’t continue to be low-profile. Thus, it was time to introduce a new product.

The broadcasting station actually didn’t have much to broadcast, only storytelling—known as "speaking books" in this plane.

Storytelling was available in Zhige County City, but the storytellers there were lackluster. They droned on the same couple of stories year after year, and you had to purchase tea just to sit and listen.

The storytellers in the Xiyin City, the provincial capital, were more numerous, and they offered a wider variety of tales. However, they relied on sheer vocal projection. No matter how loud they were, how many could hear them?

Moreover, these storytellers were very economical; performing in their own venues, they made sure that neighbors couldn’t overhear—why should I help rival venues attract business when they wouldn’t appreciate it?

This issue didn’t exist on Mount Zhige. Feng Jun procured over a hundred storybooks, hired someone to tell stories, and then broadcasted them on a loop at the station daily.

Every day, Mount Zhige broadcasted three serialized long stories, with replays at other times, three times a broadcast...

Feng Jun discovered that the ’Seeking Love Envoy’ was right; if you want to conquer a culturally backward plane from a cultural angle, a broadcasting station is indeed an excellent tool.

Every day, Mount Zhige’s broadcasting station featured three serialized stories, with three different ones the next day, meaning six long stories in two days, and the first day’s stories were replayed at fixed times the following day.

The sensation this caused was imaginable. In such a remote place, where storytellers seldom passed by, seeing a play every few months was considered a celebration. And now, they suddenly had access to a television drama channel...

In just over a month, the permanent population of Mount Zhige had reached fifty thousand—this was certainly related to the warmer weather and people coming out, but the dramatic increase in numbers was directly related to the introduction of the broadcasting station.

Even people from two hundred miles away hurried over just to listen to the serial storytelling—the entertainment options on this plane were desperately lacking.

However, serialized storytelling is a pitfall, unlike watching plays. With plays, once you watch it, it’s done, but with long stories, it’s like having a continuous saga—the originator of cliffhangers—"If you want to know what happens next, stay tuned for the following episode."

Due to the significant increase in Mount Zhige’s population, Feng Jun had to announce some regulations—not everyone was entitled to enter the mountain gate; you are free to stay outside it.

Feng Jun’s territory was actually quite large, capable of accommodating at least a hundred thousand people in the corners. The majority of the land remained undeveloped, but a person with no foresight must have immediate worries. He didn’t want to let more people into his territory.

Therefore, roughly three thousand people were relocated from his land.

These were people who were making a living on Mount Zhige without building their homes—they were renting.

(April’s first update, calling for guaranteed monthly votes.)