The Rise of the Ranch King

Chapter 208 207. Lin Feng’s dialogue with the governor
Sure enough, it was a big deal, and the governor of Montana came to Riverdale himself.

The governor looked to be in his fifties, with a slicked back hair and a slightly stout figure, but there was a sense of majesty between his brows. He was surrounded by the police as soon as he got out of the car.

Then he slightly indicated that he did not need to be so closely protected. It seemed that he wanted to close the distance between himself and the herdsmen.

The governor, clearly used to such scenes, smiled and waved before walking over to the cowboys.

"I'm the governor of Montana, and it's great to meet you all," he said, his voice loud and powerful. "I know you're angry right now, and I know how you feel about this land. But trust me, The Wendleton Group is not here to take away your home.”

His words silenced the cowboys slightly, but there were still some disgruntled murmurs.

“I know you have concerns about the development plan,” the governor continued, “but trust me, this plan will bring tremendous economic benefits and development opportunities to the town of Riverdale. It’s not about destroying your ranch, it’s about allowing It takes on new life.”

He paused, glanced at the people present, and continued: "I know this process may be painful, and some people may lose their homes. But please believe that I will try my best to ensure that everyone's interests are protected. The government We will provide reasonable compensation and resettlement packages so that you can continue to live on this land."

The governor's words made the cowboys at the scene even more dissatisfied, because what they wanted was not resettlement compensation at all, but the developers to get out of River Valley Town completely!
Riots broke out again and the mounted police did not hesitate to open fire in demonstration.

Hans asked everyone to stay calm. After all, the governor is standing here and he has the power to decide many things.

"Yes! We would rather die than surrender!" another cowboy echoed.

"I will personally supervise this development plan to ensure that it does not harm your interests. If you have any concerns or requirements, you can report them directly to me and I will do my best to meet your requirements."

A cowboy shouted loudly, "We have lived on this land for so many years and we love everything here. We will not give up our home for so-called economic benefits and development opportunities."

This is a burly cowboy with determination and anger written all over his face.

Suddenly, a loud voice came from the crowd: "We don't want your money, we want our home!"

Despite the governor's sincere words and seemingly good promises, the Cowboys' stance remains tough. They clenched their fists, their eyes revealed determination, as if they were ready to fight everything to the end.

The governor looked at him, took a deep breath, and then said slowly: "Sir! I understand how you feel, sir. But please believe that our goal is not to deprive you of your home. We are looking for A way to better develop this land and bring more opportunities to you and your descendants."

He knew that he could no longer use a tough attitude to deal with the angry cowboys at this time. Strategies need to change, and a way needs to be found that is acceptable to both parties.

So the governor signaled everyone to be quiet, and then said: "I know you have a lot of misunderstandings and dissatisfaction with me. But please give me a chance to prove the sincerity of the state government."

He looked around and saw that the other cowboys also had dissatisfied and angry faces.

"Mr. Governor, we don't need your charity!"

The governor frowned slightly. He obviously did not expect such strong opposition.

"Opportunity?" the cowboy sneered, "Is it an opportunity at the expense of our homeland? We don't need such an opportunity!"

The governor looked at the group of people in front of him and frowned.

"I understand your feelings about your home." The governor took a deep breath and tried to keep his voice calm. "But please believe that I am not here to deprive you of your home. I am here to find a better solution." , allowing River Valley Town to achieve economic development and prosperity while retaining its original features."

However, the Cowboys weren't buying it. They angrily waved flags and slogans in their hands, shouted slogans, and demanded that the governor leave River Valley immediately.

Some radical cowboys even started throwing things at the governor, and the situation got out of hand again!

Mounted police quickly surrounded him and formed a human wall to protect the governor. Looking at the chaotic scene in front of him, the big man shook his head helplessly.

There was some rudeness at the scene. If this continues, it may lead to bloody conflicts.

Facing the emotional cowboy, the governor looked a little confused.

Lin Feng felt that he should do something, and he immediately stood up.

He stood in front of the governor, took a deep breath, and then said: "Mr. Governor, I am rancher Lin Feng, and I want to talk to you."

"You're a rancher?" The governor was surprised.

"Yes, ranchers from China, but that doesn't matter. Everyone has the right to defend their land."

"I know you are a powerful figure, but we are not powerless. This land is where pastoralists have survived for many generations, and it carries the memories and emotions of pastoralists. We are unwilling I saw it being developed into a cold building, losing its original vitality and vitality.”

The governor frowned slightly, but did not interrupt Lin Feng's words. As he listened, the expression on his face gradually became serious.

"People in pastoral areas are not unreasonable." Lin Feng continued: "Everyone knows the importance of economic development to Hehe Town. But we don't want to be driven away, we don't want to go anywhere, and we don't want to lose our roots. We hope that the herdsmen will have the right to survive. To be respected, not trampled upon.”

His words made the cowboys cheer, and Jasmine was the happiest, jumping up and down in place!

The governor was silent for a while, perhaps because he did not expect such a young man to be so capable.

Then he nodded slowly: "I will consider what you said today. The state government defends the land rights of pastoralists. Young man, I appreciate you very much."

While the Cowboys remain wary of developers and the governor, there is at least a glimmer of hope.

Lin Feng retreated into the crowd, Hans patted him on the shoulder and nodded with satisfaction.

"You did well," Hans whispered.

Lin Feng smiled slightly, but his heart was full of doubts and uneasiness.

He didn't know what would happen next, but he knew the fight was far from over.

Jasmine gave him a big hug.

In fact, Lin Feng knew very well that the governor said that just to end tonight's bad negotiation as soon as possible. The governor was a little unable to get off the stage just now. Lin Feng's words gave him a step to step on, nothing more.

(End of this chapter)