Be a legal businessman in Liyue!

Let me first praise the workers.

Wang Que then continued, "Mr. Raymondo and I had an idea before. It requires a large number of [Tubian Devices] to realize. This will be a continuous flow of orders. I can give this order to the old factory, of course, it is the renovated factory."

"This order alone is enough to support the renovated factory."

"In addition, I also hope that these factories can take on some municipal orders, such as pipe parts. As far as I know, the Fontaine's pipe system has not been replaced for a long time, so perhaps it can be updated together."

"..."

Wang Que talked freely, and he had actually thought about these things a long time ago.

Just waiting for today.

After everyone finished listening, there was a moment of silence in the conference room.

After a while,

Then someone spoke, a businessman: "Your Excellency the Envoy..."

Wang Que interrupted with a wave of his hand: "I'm here as a businessman, just call me Wang Que, or Boss Wang."

The merchant was stumped, but didn't get angry. He simply nodded and continued, "Okay, Your Excellency Wang Que, according to your plan, you and the Privy Court can accomplish your goal. It seems we have nothing to do with this."

He pointed at himself and then at the other businessmen.

The businessmen's expressions changed slightly. This was indeed the question they wanted to know.

Everyone is not here to waste time, they are here for profit.

They naturally understood that the Privy Council would seize some of the benefits.

But if the rest is swallowed up by Wang Que in one gulp, then wouldn’t their trip be in vain?

When the Northland Bank was in existence, they didn't get any benefits. Now that the Northland Bank has been investigated, they still haven't gotten any benefits. Didn't that mean the investigation of the Northland Bank was in vain?

You know, after this incident was exposed, they were all very active in fanning the flames behind the scenes.

Hearing the businessman's doubts,

Wang Que felt something was wrong and smiled: "How could that be? I'm talking about my plan, not that I can only use my plan."

"If you have other ideas, you can also tell Mr. Villette. This is the Momang Palace, a democratic place, not a one-man show."

Wang Que directed the firepower towards Navilette.

Villette's expression remained unchanged as he nodded slightly. "Your Excellency Wang Que is right. If you have better ideas, you can also bring them up."

Wang Que looked at him and frowned slightly.

The businessman who had just spoken said directly, "I'm in the fabric business. I know three of these old factories are involved in dyeing processes. I hope to buy these three factories. With the support of my industry, these three factories will resume production soon."

His words seemed to be a beginning, and the rest of the merchants began to speak.

Someone is in the snack food business and wants to buy a factory that is involved in food processing.

Someone was in the leather business and wanted to acquire a leather factory.

Some people are engaged in mechanical processing and want to find a factory related to mechanical processing.

There were more than ten businessmen present, and each of them had his own goal.

But the amazing thing is that they did not touch the three factories that Wang Que had inspected, as if they were left specially for Wang Que.

"Tsk, the local merchants are so polite."

"Even the cake is divided so fairly."

"But these were my goals originally."

Wang Que's eyes darkened slightly, and he understood what was going on.

This is because he doesn't want to hand over all 53 factories to himself.

But it is understandable. After all, Wang Que and Northland Bank are both outsiders.

After everyone finished speaking, Villette looked at the people from the Privy Court and asked, "What do you think?"

An official from the Privy Court said: "It would be best if everyone could get involved. This would not only save these old factories, but also satisfy the public's demands."

In fact, although it was Wang Que who first proposed to revitalize the old Fontaine factory (it was actually the Northland Bank that first proposed it).

But at the grassroots level, not everyone wants Wang Que to take over.

There were even many voices hoping that Wang Que would not interfere.

Asking a Liyue person to save Fontaine's old factory is somewhat...humiliating.

Don’t we in Fontaine have our own conscientious businessmen?

Has Fontaineland fallen to the point where it can only rely on foreign merchants?

Although this patriotic mentality is a bit strange, even Mo Mang Palace cannot ignore it.

That's why so many businessmen were invited to this conference.

Just as Wang Que guessed, it was to snatch food from Wang Que's mouth.

but,

At this moment, Wang Que had figured it out, so he was not disappointed and did not refute.

From the beginning, it was not said that he was the only one who could take over these factories.

People play by the rules, so they have to be able to afford it.

Anyway, he just needs to grasp the three basic factories. As long as he has the factories, how to expand in the future is just a matter of his words.

However, since it is impossible to take over more than 50 factories, the conditions given before are no longer valid.

So, Wang Que said directly to Villette:

"In that case, I only need to take over the three old factories. I am willing to buy them outright with full payment, and there will be no need for a joint venture."

The reason we talked about a joint venture and gave the government 30% of the shares was because we were going to take over 53 factories. The assets were huge, so it was necessary to give up some profits.

But now that fifty-three has become three, there is no need for that.

Just follow the normal process and resolve historical disputes.

Villette's expression remained unchanged. "Yes, but you must ensure that the factory workers' income is no less than the average standard in Fontaine."

It was a good thing for Wang Que that he only got three factories.

That is, it did not lead to a large number of factories being controlled by outsiders, which satisfied public opinion.

At the same time, Wang Que was not kicked out of the game, so he would not be criticized for being abandoned.

Wang Que nodded. "That's it, then. I'll pay you now and take over the ownership of those three factories. I'll resume production as soon as possible. As for their wages, I won't treat them unfairly."

After saying that, he looked at Navia again: "The plan seems to have changed a little. I may not be able to use so many workers for a while."

There was a hint of apology in his tone.

He had indeed not imagined that Fontaine would find so many businessmen to share the fruits of his victory.

But things have already happened, there is no point in saying anything, we can only try our best to do better.

Navia shook her head slightly: "It doesn't matter, I came here to solve more job problems."

Wang Que nodded and said, "I'll ask you for help when I expand the factory."

Navia: “Okay.”

There are always unexpected things in life, but we cannot stand still because of them.

Finished communicating with Navia.

Wang Que followed a lawyer to pay the money.

Three factories, 10 million Mora, paid in full.

Part of it is money from historical disputes, namely the difference in price given to the original owner and the unpaid wages of the workers.

But the most important thing is the money for the land.

On the contrary, the old machines in the factory were given away for free.

Of course, this money does not include the workers' future wages.

After production resumed, Wang Que was responsible for paying all the workers' wages.

After paying the money, get the title certificate.

Wang Que turned around and left Momang Palace.

As soon as I went out, I saw an acquaintance.

"Mr. Raimondo." Wang Que shouted with some joy, "You're okay."

The one waiting for Wang Que in front of Momang Palace was Raymondo, along with several young researchers.

Seeing Wang Que come out, Raymondo breathed a sigh of relief: "It's also thanks to you, Mr. Wang Que, for speaking for us in the newspaper. This has made many ordinary people sympathize with us. Otherwise, I guess we will have to stay in prison for a while."

After a pause, Raimondo pointed to the four young researchers beside him and said, "These guys are representatives of those kids. They wanted to meet you, so they came with me."

Wang Que nodded to them eagerly, "I've heard everything about you. You did nothing wrong. However, don't try to coerce Lord Raymondo next time."

The four young researchers blushed and said, "We are the ones who are sorry to Senior Raimondo."

Raymondo waved his hand: "It's okay. There are indeed some people in the Academy who are not doing their job properly. It's a good thing that they have been exposed this time."

Wang Que smiled and nodded. "That's right, it just so happens that I just finished the formalities and acquired three old factories. Now I'm preparing to go to the watch factory to do the handover. Otherwise, why don't you come with me?"

He extended an invitation to several people.

Raymondo hesitated slightly. He had just come out and wanted to go back to continue his research.

But the four young researchers were very excited.

Their eyes sparkled, as if they had seen something truly wonderful: "You've really taken over the old factory. That's great, Mr. Wang Que. I wonder if you're still in need..."

Wang Que interrupted directly and nodded: "We are very short of people. Let's talk while we walk."

As he spoke, he took the lead and walked towards the old watch factory.

Several people hurried to catch up, and Raymondo had to follow as well.

On the road.

"As you all know, I'm from Liyue and have businesses there. I can't stay in Fontaine forever, so after I took over these three factories, I was in dire need of staff."

"My invitation to you wasn't a spur-of-the-moment thing. I really had this idea in mind."

Wang Que said as he walked.

The four young researchers listened with excitement: "Is there anything you want us to help you with?"

Wang Queqi nodded:

"Raymondo and I have a floating city project that requires a large number of [Tubian Devices]. After the three factories are renovated, I will place the order with them. This device requires a lot of technology, and I hope you can come and help guide us. Of course, your help won't be in vain. I will also allocate a portion of the profits from these three factories for your research and use."

After a pause, Wang Que asked, "How much funding do you usually get in a year at the Academy of Sciences?"

The four young researchers scratched their heads in embarrassment. "Before the Big Bang, we could make over a million dollars a year. After the Big Bang, the Academy's income plummeted. Applying for a hundred thousand dollars in funding required over a hundred reports."

Wang Que roughly understood these people's bottom line, so he spoke, "I think there are about thirty of you. So, I'm going to make a promise. From now until the end of September next year, I'll give you 40 million in research funding. I won't oversee it. By this time next year, you give me your results. If there's progress, I'll continue to invest. If there's no progress... you know I'm a businessman."

The four young researchers' eyes widened. "Just give it directly? Without supervision?"

They had never received such treatment even during the most prosperous period of the Academy of Sciences.

Wang Que nodded: "Yes, I will give it to you before I leave Fontaine, without supervision."

This is actually a very bold approach, and it is even possible to lose 40 million directly.

But Wang Que knew that sometimes, even if it meant spending a fortune to buy horse bones, you had to do it.

It seems that Wang Que was taken advantage of and was given 40 million for nothing.

But in reality, which researcher doesn’t like such a boss?

These 40 million seem to be given to these young researchers, but in fact, they are aimed at the corners of Fontainebleau Academy of Sciences.

On the side, Raymondo understood what Wang Que meant, his face changed slightly, but he didn't say anything.

There's no way, Wang Que gave too much.

Even he couldn't refuse.