Wasteland Development Diary.

Chapter 561 Property Management Team
Opinions are divided on the large-scale release of public housing.

The employees are very proud of this. The company is financially strong and dedicated to helping the homeless by directly providing free housing.

This further enhanced the prestige of the company's name, "Wasteland Development Company." The employees felt proud, and it gave them more face in public.

Sha Haigong immediately came to visit: "Mr. Zhou, your relief strategy is truly ingenious!"

"Giving away houses for free is something that has never happened before! It not only won people's hearts, making the company a household name among the largest number of ordinary people on the Eastern and Western Continents, but also demonstrated the ability to deploy aliens across the Dead Sea on a large scale through the housing deployment. It combines financial resources, boldness, and technology!"

“Many times, I have had trouble keeping up with your train of thought. Giving those precious seeds to the poor always felt like a waste... Now I realize how short-sighted and foolish I was.”

"You've used the public housing units allocated from Emerald City to stimulate the human populations on both the East and West continents, giving them hope and opportunities. You've used these tangible properties to motivate them to be active and energetic."

"This move directly led to the emergence of thousands of adventurers, especially in the western continent, where business was already a bit poor and the environment was full of conflicts. Now that they have the houses as collateral, they are directly buying gliders and airships, and they are still buying our stuff."

"It's like giving them money to buy our products, and they're grateful to us and enthusiastically going out to find resources to sell back to us at low prices! We gain fame and fortune."

"Once the houses were deployed, the entire human world was propelled forward at breakneck speed!"

"Brilliant, brilliant, Mr. Zhou is truly brilliant!"

The sea lord, who resembled a large sea seal, gave a thumbs-up.

The art of flattery has become increasingly refined.

Zhou Yi can only say that this was purely coincidental.

He was even more worried that Bedouin, who specializes in mushroom houses, would be affected.

So I contacted them specifically to inquire about their recent situation.

"Mr. Zhou, Mushroom House's business has been doing very well recently, reaching its highest peak to date."

"Especially the Western Continent market, which had been stagnant for a long time, suddenly experienced explosive growth this month. I sold 2400 Mushroom Houses, and the reputation has completely reversed from the previous skepticism!"

Mr. Bedouin said in a relaxed tone, "I was worried that under the company's public housing strategy, the sales of Mushroom House might continue to decline, but that's not the case at all. You really have a good eye."

"The calculation model for electromechanical cities is still too limited by inherent rationality and can never accurately calculate people's autonomous choices and tendencies."

"After the public housing units were sold, especially by people from the Western Continent who used their houses as collateral to obtain cash from asset financing companies like Shenwei Company, they then directly purchased our Mushroom Houses."

"After they have money, most of them buy property as their first priority. Although public housing is good, it will be taken back if they don't live there for a long time. They still prefer Mushroom House, which is more reliable and simple. This has increased our sales. In addition, the company provides public housing for free, so people's trust in us has increased significantly."

The mechanic lord said, "Airships and gliders allow them to travel farther and search for treasure and collect resources more efficiently. Although only a small number make a fortune, many others lose money. But everyone only sees the few who make a lot of money."

"With the help of this efficient vehicle, they can collect the skeletons of the Light Nar, items left behind by the old humans, and a small amount of stone shavings on desert islands. By selling or re-mortgaging these items, their average income far exceeds that of the past."

"As far as I know, the sales of your public housing have increased significantly since you opened the store, especially in the Western Continent. They used to be somewhat resistant to us there... but now we have directly broken through the defenses of their local merchants, and they have no choice but to follow us."

What Beidugong said was something Zhou Yi hadn't expected.

What was originally just a test of public housing allocation in Emerald City triggered a series of chain reactions and even caused social upheaval in the Western Continent.

Besides.

The Sea People Gang also reacted strongly.

Sha Lang brought three representatives of the Sea People to visit.

It introduced, "Mr. Zhou, these three are the leaders of the company's partner gang."

"Flower dresses, floral gifts."

"Crossing the Sea, Old Seventh Sea."

"Three-Knife Gang, Jiaozi."

The three sea people leaders seemed to be walking on thin ice, their expressions reserved, and they dared not meet Zhou Yi's gaze.

Hua Li, wearing a floral shirt, spoke first: "Mr. Zhou, your public housing allocation is truly amazing. Many Sea People Gangs in the Western Continent have been frequently inquiring with us, saying they don't know if they have a chance to move into Emerald City's public housing."

"Actually, not all people living by the sea are doing well. There are also some elderly, weak, sick and disabled people who need relief. They even have difficulty walking, which is more difficult than for ordinary people."

"Currently, all the residents are ground-dwellers, and no one dares to violate your rules... We also have this question, and we wonder if we have any opportunities?"

Zhou Yi smiled and said, "Of course. People from the sea are people too, right? Our public housing is provided to vulnerable groups who don't yet have a place to live."

Hua Li looked relieved: "That's great. Thank you for treating us all the same."

Hai Laoqi, who had a gold chain around his neck, said, "Mr. Zhou, we definitely follow the rules here. The Eastern Continent is all about rules. Everyone manages their own territory and makes a living. Whoever has the ability will step up. It has always been like this since ancient times."

"However, it's different on the Western Continent; they might fight each other over public housing."

Zhou Yi had thought about this.

However, that's not his problem; it's something the locals need to consider when competing for resources, and competition inevitably leads to conflict.

I'm just giving myself a chance.

Hai Laoqi continued, "Don't laugh at me, but our Crossing the Sea Society deals in insurance. Now, more gangs from the Western Continent are coming to do business with us. They say that all the gangs are eyeing the public housing units you're offering and want to get them as soon as possible... We are currently assessing the risks involved."

"Look at this..."

Zhou Yi said, "Business is business, just follow the rules." "Okay. Don't worry, there won't be any trouble here in the Eastern Continent. No one will dare to go against the company, which is a good thing in itself."

Hai Laoqi grinned and said, "Although we sea people have lived in the Dead Sea for many years and have also plundered people on land, we know what is important and what is wrong."

"Whether they are sea people or land people, there are always many who struggle to survive. For various reasons, their livelihoods are in question. When they encounter such people, the sea people's gang will not rob them. We also uphold morality, and the gang is sustained by morality."

"The brothers from all the gangs in the underworld admire the company's public housing project. They think it's worthy of being called a wasteland development company. Not only is it powerful, but it also has the aura and integrity of a big brother. Everyone is convinced of its worth. Many gangs have been asking us when the company will open up its quota to gang members again. They also want to work for the company."

Zhou Yi was speechless.

Unexpectedly, this actually increased his popularity within the Hai Ren gang circle.

Zhou Yi turned his gaze to the last gang leader.

The leader of the Three Knives Gang was a seaman with a scar on his head. He wore an ill-fitting black outfit and remained silent.

Zhou Yi handed it a bottle of cola and asked, "Is the Three Knives Gang in trouble?"

The other party hurriedly accepted it with both hands: "Mr. Zhou, there's actually nothing wrong on our end... The Three Knives Gang has reduced a lot of radical behavior recently, and there have been far fewer fighting conflicts. Our people are now searching everywhere for Shi Tui, and we are gradually transforming ourselves, no longer just specializing in violent gangs, and also trying to find a way to operate a business."

"Now a lot of transportation is done by airship, and our protection money is getting less and less. If this continues, the gang's income will be tight, and everyone is tightening their belts..."

"However, we lack experience in this area, so we have failed repeatedly. We came here hoping that Mr. Zhou could give us some pointers."

This person is asking for help.

Compared to the Flowery Clothes Gang and the Crossing the Sea Society, which have successfully transformed, the Three Knives Gang is still a purely violent gang, with protection money and fighting for money being their main sources of income.

However, with the various forces in the Eastern Continent now stable and the Electric Cat system continuously expanding, it's like the Skynet of this era. The space for the Sea People Gang to rob and plunder is becoming increasingly narrow. If they dare to make a move, they will be wiped out one by one by the Electric Cat group led by Cat Hero.

The Sea People number 1400 million, a vast population of light-elemental beings. They possess both intelligence and strength, and their social development and employment must be addressed. Otherwise, without legitimate means of livelihood, they will be forced to continue their plundering and pillaging.

Suddenly, a flash of inspiration struck Zhou Yi.

He looked at the three gang leaders: "Are you interested in operating the company's public housing?"

"Managing public housing?"

The sea people leaders were taken aback.

Hua Li was the first to react: "You mean, we'll be in charge of maintaining the public housing and screening residents?"

"good."

Zhou Yi nodded.

He's from a big organization, so he's quick-witted and understands immediately.

“My idea is that public housing is meant for ordinary people to live in. Of course, they can live in it, and they can also mortgage it to obtain the start-up capital they need. I don’t care about these follow-up operations. I only care about one thing: it must be people who lack housing who can live in public housing, not people who already have a lot of resources who can further monopolize and occupy public housing.”

Zhou Yi explicitly stated his core demands.

He said, "If you are operating public housing, I will allow you to use 10 percent of each of the low-rise buildings, which is 3 units, for your own use. Whether you use them for mortgage loans, live in them, rent them out, or use them for business, it's all fine."

"But you have to do a good job of screening. You are the property managers and security personnel of public housing. You have to ensure that public housing is not damaged and can remain stable for residents to use."

"Is there anyone here who is interested?"

Zhou Yi looked at the three sea people.

Hai Laoqi spoke first: "Mr. Zhou, the Crossing the Sea Association is willing to do it! We'll take it!!"

Jiaozi immediately responded, "The Three Knives Gang is also willing! This is extremely important to us; we are currently lacking a business strategy! Please give us this opportunity!"

Hua Li from the Flower Dress Group pondered for a moment before cautiously asking, "Mr. Zhou, although we would love to take over all of this business, the actual situation doesn't allow it."

"The terms you've offered are excellent. It's like giving each building permanent residency rights to three apartments and the potential to cash out. We all know that the Emerald City family will continue to grow, and these buildings may evolve from Grade E to Grade D, or even eventually to Grade A. The future prospects are enormous."

"Simply operating across regions is too much of a stretch for the Sea People's Gang. Different regions have different customs and rules. It would be more stable and easier for locals to govern their own areas..."

Zhou Yi frowned: "You mean to hand over this part of the public housing property to the Hai Ren Gang in the area?"

Hua Li said earnestly, "If we let the local gangs manage it, they will be more attentive and more dedicated to long-term profits. This is equivalent to having fixed assets supported by a company."

"If the business doesn't perform well, we can let other gangs in the area take over, or even have us take over directly. That way, they won't have anything to say. They've given us a chance, and the capable rise and the weak fall—that's always been the common belief of the Hai people."

"At the same time, this way, gangs in various places can connect with the company, and everyone will have more hope and be more willing to maintain order."

Zhou Yi thought this idea was good.

Locals know the local situation best.

He nodded and said, "Then let's give it a try. As the company's core partner gang, if the external management is not good, you will take over the management."

"Yes."

"Thank you, Mr. Zhou!"

The three gang leaders immediately began a heated discussion about the specific details.

(End of this chapter)