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Chapter 1240 - 856 Second Update (Thanks for the Reward!)

Chapter 1240: 856 Second Update (Thanks for the Reward!)

The gate was refurbished, creating an illusion of ongoing work, to explain the situation to the homeowners, which likely also made the officials less vigilant.

Perhaps District Chief Zhang and other leaders could never imagine that the Hang Seng Group, a leading real-estate enterprise, would do something so shameful.

But the facts are right in front of us.

The barren land serves as strong evidence.

Never trust the conscience of capital.

"What is Hang Seng Group planning to do now?"

Even though Jiang Chen already had a guess, he still asked.

After all, he was no longer the youthful student.

He could no longer recklessly jest and criticize the world harshly.

District Chief Zhang shook his head.

"We have always been in communication with Hang Seng Group, negotiating the resolution, but Hang Seng Group’s attitude has been very negative..."

As a leader, he could not speak too bluntly.

At this point in the conversation, anyone with a brain would clearly understand the implication.

Jiang Chen was not a judge, he couldn’t decide who was at fault, and even if some people were taken to jail, what good would it do?

The land would remain barren.

How can the homeowners, who spent all their savings, realize their dream of having a home?

In such cases, the best solution is not to mend after the loss but to prevent it beforehand.

Of course.

Jiang Chen did not have the position to lecture, "How does Yangkou plan to clean up this mess? The homeowners probably can’t bear such a huge loss."

"We certainly won’t let the people’s money go down the drain, we are continuously trying to contact other developers to quickly repair the buildings and settle the homeowners in."

District Chief Zhang strongly expressed his attitude.

But attitude is one thing.

Reality is another.

The result of official efforts is plainly evident.

If there were other real estate enterprises willing to take over, this place wouldn’t still be barren land.

That makes sense.

In today’s shaky real estate market, every enterprise is struggling; at such a time, who would want to invite trouble?

"This plot of land covers an approximate total area of 430 acres, meeting your requirements."

Mr. Duan spoke, "And the surrounding area is a residential zone, very suitable for constructing a hospital."

The geographical conditions here were indisputably perfect, Jiang Chen was aware of that, but the problem was, he came to build a hospital, not houses.

Could it be that he should let those sad homeowners live in hospital wards?

"What about the original homeowners?"

"Mr. Jiang, you don’t need to worry about this problem. Homeowners definitely won’t come troubling you. We have already reached an agreement with Hang Seng Group, if Mr. Jiang you are willing to take this land, then the money from the land lease will be used entirely to compensate the homeowners,"

District Chief Zhang hurriedly said.

Jiang Chen suddenly realized.

This indeed was a seemingly reasonable solution.

Although the homeowners had endured years of waiting to ultimately not receive their homes, it was still better than losing all their savings.

"What do you think?"

Mr. Duan turned and asked.

This piece of land was now a hot potato; the officials definitely wanted to offload it quickly, which means the price would certainly be very reasonable.

"I have no objections."

Jiang Chen nodded his head.

Hearing this, District Chief Zhang was overjoyed; such a high-ranking official was visibly moved, his expression brightened, and he even unconsciously gripped Jiang Chen’s hand tightly.

"Thank you, Mr. Jiang."

In his view, this was not a mutual need situation, but rather Jiang Chen had done him a great favor, or more so, saved thousands of homeowners.

"If I remember correctly, you’re from Sha City, right?"

Mr. Duan said with a smile.

Jiang Chen nodded.

Hearing this, District Chief Zhang came to a realization, then his face lit up with a smile, "No wonder, so Mr. Jiang and we are fellow townspeople. Mr. Jiang, welcome to invest more in River City, we will certainly give our full support!"

"Let’s go have a meal, and if it’s suitable, settle this matter. It’s indeed too hard for the homeowners to keep living in suspense,"

Mr. Duan said.

Director Zhang nodded vigorously, "Mr. Duan is right, I’ll make the arrangements."

After the inspection, the group left the desolate area and all got into their cars.

This was Jiang Chen’s first time experiencing an "official banquet".

Of course.

The one at Gudaochuan doesn’t count.

It wasn’t as formal as ordinary people would imagine; Director Zhang didn’t put on any airs, and the meal was quite enjoyable for both host and guest.

Under Mr. Duan’s facilitation, such a big deal, or project, was settled at the dining table.

In order to resolve the pressing issue, Director Zhang’s offer was sincere—three billion, definitely lower than the market price.

Jiang Chen didn’t haggle and accepted the price gladly.

Director Zhang, relieved, firmly guaranteed his full support for the construction of the hospital, with green lights all the way in terms of policies.

The importance of maintaining good relations with the local government is self-evident; its value cannot be simply measured by money.

Thinking of making money off land purchases isn’t very realistic.

After all, it’s impossible to raise land prices single-handedly.

The real bulk of the expenditure would be the operating costs after the completion of the Xinghuo Medical Center.

That would be the best use of the lick-dog gold.

Top hospitals are overcrowded every day, yet they are losing money every year, the expenses are huge as one can imagine.

"Mr. Jiang, Mr. Duan, I’ll take my leave first now."

Full from food and wine.

And the deal was reached.

Before leaving, Director Zhang shook hands with Jiang Chen and Mr. Duan separately.

"This time, you’ve really done a great favor for the people of River City."

Mr. Duan watched as Director Zhang and other officials got into their cars.

"It’s also helping my own cause, scooping up a great deal."

Jiang Chen, who clearly could have taken advantage of the situation, kept a gentle smile, without taking personal credit.

Mr. Duan grinned and turned to look at him.

No wonder Director Shi is willing to entrust his precious jewel.

During their previous encounter, their interaction wasn’t too deep.

After today’s meal, he felt that this young man really was different.

Every entrepreneur, when giving speeches and promotions, always emphasizes their sense of social responsibility.

But how many truly live up to it?

The boss of Hengsheng Group, having been a top tycoon for several terms, but how has he treated the masses that elevated him to his throne?

The desolate site they visited in the afternoon is definitely not an isolated case.

How many property owners nationwide have spent their life’s savings or even the savings of several generations, only to face barren or unfinished buildings, feeling utterly devastated and hopeless?

Mr. Duan sighed softly.

Even he, when thinking about this issue, felt incredibly heavy and helpless.

"Let me give you a ride back."

Jiang Chen nodded.

It was still the same car as the one from noon.

Until they bade each other goodbye, Mr. Duan never mentioned the matter between his daughter and the other party’s cousin.

That’s the wisdom of a big shot.

Just let things take their natural course.

In the sedan that was driving along, Jiang Chen was thinking about calling Cao Jinse to inform her, but his mobile phone rang first.

He took it out and looked.

It was Xie Wendong.

"Jiang Chen, are you available right now?"

Once the call connected, Xie Wendong stuttered, as if he had something difficult to say.

"Available, what’s up?"

Jiang Chen asked with a relaxed smile.

Xie Wendong hesitated, and after a while, he quietly said: "It’s about Wu Yufei, she..."

Listening to the narration on the other end of the phone, the smile on Jiang Chen’s face gradually faded.