Anchor with goods, the price of F2 is very reasonable, right?

Chapter 831 is temporarily shelved.
"I don't understand either. Could they be testing us?"

Wang Yang looked at the audience with amusement: "You're overthinking it. It's not a test or a drive-away. We're gradually realizing that finding the Peach Blossom Spring requires unwavering faith. If it's not related to this matter, it's hard to persevere to the end."

Only after this was explained did everyone realize what had happened.

"Does that mean we can leave if we don't want to go? But where can we go?"

“I can arrange a place for you, or you can leave on your own. If you have nothing to do for the time being, I have a factory that can provide jobs so that you can live a stable life without fear.”

This factory originally produced Chinese medicinal herbs. Wang Yang started the factory because precious medicinal herbs were hard to find.

We hadn't even properly planned it out yet, and now with all these things happening, the factory project is temporarily on hold. But if someone is willing to go, we can restart it.

"I am very grateful for your company these days, but this matter is indeed dangerous. So those who have nothing to do with Peach Blossom Spring can choose for themselves: whether to stay or go to the factory I mentioned? Don't worry, you will have no worries about food and clothing after you go there. Although you may not become rich and powerful, you can be guaranteed a stable life."

This was Wang Yang's promise. With their current abilities, they would still have to rely on their own efforts to become truly wealthy and powerful.

"I'm willing to go! I don't want to keep going on this kind of journey anymore. I just want to get married and settle down. I don't want to live this kind of life anymore."

One person stepped forward first, and Wang Yang gave him an approving look.

“Okay! Anyone who shares his idea can register over there. After you register, I will personally take you to the factory to settle in. Later, if you save enough capital, you can start your own business. I only have one requirement: you must never reveal what we are doing now.”

The audience nodded in agreement; they now believed Wang Yang was serious. Some others began to eagerly try their luck.

"Don't worry, I'm telling you the truth. Instead of forcing you to stay here, I'd rather let you do what you want to do."

A few minutes later, more people went to sign up, and soon the number grew to about twenty. Watching this, Wenming sighed inwardly.

He never asked these people if they truly wanted to follow him. Even if he had, he would likely have received insincere words born of gratitude.

Ultimately, about thirty people chose to go to the factory and no longer wanted to follow them.

"I have given you all enough time and opportunity. The remaining seventy of you, are you willing to continue following us in our search for the Peach Blossom Spring?"

“I’m willing! I have a connection to Peach Blossom Spring, and I must go.”

“I’m willing too! Although it has nothing to do with Peach Blossom Spring, Brother Wen’s affairs are my affairs, and I’m sticking with him for the rest of my life.”

Wang Yang nodded with satisfaction; it seemed that there were indeed some people among them who genuinely followed civilization.

"Alright! From now on, the rest of us are one family. We've reached a consensus on the matter of finding Peach Blossom Spring."

"From now on, you must stay here wholeheartedly. Of course, if you encounter difficulties and want to quit, you can tell me at any time. There must never be another instance of you being bribed."

Everyone understood that Wang Yang was referring to Xiao Liu's matter; it was because of this incident that he had allowed some people to leave.

"Don't worry, we stayed voluntarily and we have no regrets."

After arranging their tasks, Wang Yang and his group returned to the living room.

"Wang Yang, to be honest, I have to admire your strategy. This plan is indeed ingenious, but are you really planning to arrange for them to work in the factory?" Wen Ming was hearing for the first time that Wang Yang owned a sizable factory.

“That’s right. The factory was originally scheduled to start production, but it was delayed because of the trip to Haicheng. Now that these people need to be resettled, we might as well give them stable jobs so that they can at least be guaranteed to have enough to eat and wear.”

Moreover, besides his existing company, he does need to expand into other industries. Finding a utopia is a long-term battle that requires a solid economic foundation.

Wenming and his group had been slow to act earlier largely because they lacked a stable source of income. Even with some meager savings, it was difficult to cover their huge expenses, let alone support so many people.

In the past, they often had to take on multiple roles and travel long distances, which was truly unsustainable. Now that so many people need Wang Yang to shoulder the burden alone, they can't just sit around and do nothing.

“Think about it, we’ve already spent a lot of time searching for Peach Blossom Spring, and the expenses during that time are nearly a million. These funds are being used up too quickly, and we can’t possibly draw them all from the company.”

Fortunately, Wang Yang still had several million yuan in savings in his personal account to support him, but spending without earning in the long run was not a solution.

“You’re right. I’m also considering whether we can start some income-generating projects while searching for a paradise. At this rate, your savings definitely won’t last.”

Wang Yang sighed softly. The company was currently doing reasonably well, but he couldn't possibly invest all the profits into the Peach Blossom Spring project. If the cash flow were to break down, even the company would be affected.

"Tell me honestly, what are your main sources of income now?"

“I own a company, but I can only use a quarter of the profits, which is clearly not enough. That’s about it. The factory isn’t in operation yet and requires initial investment. Things should get better once the factory is up and running.”

Wang Yang has already planned that once the factory goes into production, he will contact Xiaomi to discuss cooperation, which will solve the sales problem.

Even if you have a factory, do you have stable sales channels?

"Don't worry about that. I have some connections in the area. Once the factory starts production, the sales will naturally be taken care of."

Wen Ming smiled knowingly. He could tell that Wang Yang was doing quite well in Beicheng; being able to live in such a villa and arrange accommodations for them clearly indicated that he possessed a certain social standing.

“However, I’m worried that this factory alone might not be enough. You see, after they left, we still have more than seventy people left, and with them, we have more than eighty people in total.”

Wen Ming nodded in agreement. With so many people to feed, and also to gather information and search for the Peach Blossom Spring, the daily expenses amounted to tens of thousands.

“You’re right. Our search progress was slow before because of a shortage of funds. Things have improved a little since you joined, but we can’t rely on you all by ourselves.”

Wang Yang didn't think there was anything wrong with taking on the responsibility alone; it was just that he now had to take care of Peach Blossom Spring's affairs, and the rate of revenue generation couldn't keep up with the expenditures.

"Let's get the factory up and running first, and then I'll think of other ways. We can't rely on just one source of income."

Wang Yang pondered, deciding that if all else failed, he would go to Old Master Qin. After all, he had once saved the old man's life, and if he asked, the old man would probably help introduce him to some business opportunities.

"I'm thinking, should we let some people go out to work for a while first?"

“That won’t do. They’re specifically looking for a paradise on earth; this is such a waste of talent. I disagree. Besides, we might need to expand our manpower later, and in the process, we’ll definitely find more old acquaintances.”

(End of this chapter)