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Keqing sighed immediately: "We discussed it, but the chief steward didn't approve of this approach."

Wang Que was curious: "Why?"

"Because the investment is large, the payback period is too long, and the returns are not high." Keqing said helplessly.

Wang Que nodded slightly. "That's true. You've been suppressing grain prices. Using these lands to grow grain would be a loss-making business for the Feiyun Chamber of Commerce."

When Wang Que first arrived in Liyue, he knew that the Seven Stars had been stabilizing the food prices in Liyue.

For example, the staple food grown in the fields has always been stable at a low price.

This situation is naturally very friendly to ordinary people.

A small amount of Mora can fill your stomach, which is a good policy.

But it is not very friendly to farmers.

Of course, Qixing receives subsidies from Qingce Village every year.

But if the plantation invests money to improve the land and then uses it to grow crops...

For the overall situation, it is definitely positive, and no one will complain about having too much food.

But for the Feiyun Chamber of Commerce, this is a waste of resources, and Liyue is not short of food.

If they really were short of food, they would naturally agree with Keqing's approach.

"Then what do they mean?" Wang Que asked.

He can't possibly support Keqing without even knowing what Feiyun Chamber of Commerce means, right?

Moreover, to be honest, Wang Que still owes a favor to Feiyun Chamber of Commerce (Xingqiu).

"Feiyun Chamber of Commerce wants to convert those lands into a new park integrating civilian accommodation, alchemy research, and industrial production." Keqing said.

Wang Que raised an eyebrow: "...It's obvious that Feiyun Chamber of Commerce has a better idea."

Compared to simply using the land to grow crops, Feiyun Chamber of Commerce's plan is clearly based on the supporting facilities of a plantation.

Once this park is established and put into use, the benefits it can create will surely be countless times greater than grain cultivation.

Keqing sighed, "Yes, their plan is very good. Considering the characteristics of the plantation, this plan is even perfect."

"Then why?" Wang Que was a little confused.

Keqing hesitated for a moment before speaking, "Have you noticed any changes in the past two years?"

Wang Que was stunned.

In the past two years?

It's so funny. He has been in Teyvat for less than a year.

He could only play dumb and shook his head: "What changes?"

Keqing's expression was slightly solemn:

"The situation is becoming tense. First, there was a typhoon in Mondstadt, then Xumi became increasingly isolated, and Inazuma went all out to lock down the country. Fontaine is relatively stable, but our spies have reported that their internal situation isn't so stable..."

"And Nata, they haven't come out yet as usual, but we've received intelligence that they haven't solved the problem of the abyss invasion."

"Finally, it's winter solstice."

"As much as I hate to admit it, I have to say that over the past two years, Zhidong has become increasingly radical."

"Their advance teams have appeared around the world and have even taken the initiative to instigate some violent incidents."

"These things seem to indicate that the world is no longer peaceful."

Keqing's expression was already very solemn, even worried.

"When the Emperor was here, I always felt that it was nothing special. But now, when the pressure really falls on our shoulders, I realize how terrifying it is."

"Faced with changes in the outside world, Liyue must also make preparations."

"The first thing we need to solve is the food problem."

"For most ordinary people, food is their lifeline. They may not need fancy alchemical products, but they absolutely cannot live without food."

"Liyue currently relies heavily on food imports from the outside world. This is perfectly fine during peacetime, but what if something changes?"

Keqing's eyes are dangerous.

In Qixing's opinion, the possibility of Mond not exporting food to Liyue is very low, but it is not impossible.

Since this is a possibility, we must prepare in advance.

The matter of the plantation was obviously one of their preparations.

"But the land of the plantation is not enough, right?" Wang Que was still a little confused.

Compared with the food shortage in Liyue, the plantation's small area, even if all the food was grown, would not be enough for Liyue Harbor's consumption in one month.

"So this is just the beginning. We plan to use the plantation as the base and completely restore the original land." Keqing's eyes lit up.

Wang Que was silent for a moment.

As a businessman, he approved of Feiyun Chamber of Commerce's plan.

But when he thought that Qixing's idea was indeed based on the interests of most ordinary people, he became a little hesitant.

At this moment, he is no longer the Wang Que who could use weakness as an excuse to escape at will.

He now holds power, possesses capital, has good friends among the immortals, and has a sufficient foundation in Liyue.

It can be said that most of his interests are tied to Liyue.

If there was no necessary reason, he really didn't want to leave Liyue.

"Huh, have you discussed your reasons with Feiyun Chamber of Commerce?" Wang Que asked.

Keqing shook her head slightly. "I can't tell you. Preparations like this should only be known to a few people. Feiyun Chamber of Commerce is too big. If the news leaks out, it will cause great panic."

The power of the people is strong, but don't underestimate their blindness.

Once the news that the Seven Stars were worried about war was revealed, the first place to react negatively would definitely be the Liyue market.

The reason is simple, because the emperor has fallen.

Wang Que frowned in thought.

After a while, he suddenly raised his head and said, "Actually, you and Feiyun Chamber of Commerce don't have any direct conflict."

Keqing was stunned: "What do you mean?"

"Whether developing specialized industrial parks or converting them into grain bases, the fundamental conflict is the use of land."

"In that case, why not change your thinking?"

Wang Que casually pulled out a blank piece of paper and pointed with his finger.

The power of alchemy flowed on the paper, and in the blink of an eye, map-like patterns appeared on the paper.

A little trick based on alchemy for changing matter.

Wang Que pointed at the map and said, "This is the plantation. When we first chose the site, it was in the center."

Keqing was a little surprised by Wang Que's methods, but not too surprised either, and watched carefully.

Wang Que continued, "With the plantation as the center, we can divide this area into a huge circle, and then divide this circle into two halves. Of course, it can also be divided into four petals."

As he spoke, he drew a line on the paper, forming a circle and dividing it.

(It's a bit rotten, but it's the general idea, so just read it)

"Look, we can do this. On the one hand, we can develop the food area, and on the other hand, we can follow the Feiyun Chamber of Commerce."

"After all, farming requires manpower, right? Building a residential area would benefit both parties' plans."

"Also, with the alchemy and industrial zones, the plantations can indeed be effectively utilized."

Keqing looked at it, her brows furrowed slightly. "Are you dividing the fruit?"

In Tongwen Academy, sometimes when the teacher gives rewards to the children, he will share them equally among everyone.

This operation is called sitting in a row and sharing the fruits.

"Putting aside the fact that there isn't enough land for both sides due to this division, let's just talk about a simple question: what about the funding?" Keqing questioned.

Wang Que grinned and said, "That's easy. Let Feiyun Chamber of Commerce buy back the land in the Alchemy Industrial Zone. Since you don't want this industrial park, just sell it to them."

“And the money from buying the land can be used to invest in food production areas.”

"As for the problem of not having enough land...Keqing, with you here, why would I worry about not having enough land?"

Keqing was stunned for a moment, and her eyes gradually lit up.

It seems...it is indeed possible.

The land belongs to the plantation and was sold to Feiyun Chamber of Commerce. The money will go into the plantation's accounts.

Use this money to buy more land, enough for growing food.

As for whether you can buy the land... do you want to see what Keqing is in charge of?

This seems to solve the problem.

As for whether Feiyun Chamber of Commerce would be willing to pay to buy the land in the alchemy industrial zone, neither Wang Que nor Keqing had any doubts about it.

This is a profitable business. They paid for it, which was equivalent to turning the three shareholders of the plantation into the Feiyun Chamber of Commerce.

Moreover, their shares in the plantation have not been moved, and they are also indispensable for the development of grain cultivation in the plantation.

However, they need to pay for the investment in the alchemy industrial zone themselves.

But Feiyun Chamber of Commerce would definitely not mind making a small investment in such matters of exclusive interests.

Of course, when Keqing was thinking, she did not see the smile in Wang Que's eyes.

He plans to have his cake and eat it too.

The investment in grain cultivation belongs to the plantation, and he naturally gets a share.

He also plans to invest in Feiyun Chamber of Commerce's alchemy industrial zone project.

Chapter 235: The Transaction with Ye Lan

Keqing thought for a few minutes, roughly went over Wang Que's plan, and then nodded slightly.

"That seems to be okay."

Wang Que smiled and said, "If you think it's okay, I'll talk to Xingqiu this afternoon. He's definitely easier to talk to than the steward."

Keqing smiled: "Okay, thank you for your help."

She knew that Wang Que and Xingqiu were good friends.

It would definitely be easier to achieve if Wang Que were to go and talk to him.

She no longer had to waste time arguing with the Feiyun Chamber of Commerce's chief manager.

"Haha, no trouble." Wang Que said with a smile.

Then he brought up a new topic: "Oh, by the way, you said before that the first step for elemental materials is to prepare to impact the Xumi market."

Keqing nodded: "Well, is there any problem?"

Wang Que shook his head: "No problem, I just need help with something."

Keqing was puzzled: "What's going on?"

In her opinion, Wang Que’s business did not involve Xumi.

Difficult? This guy is going to sell elemental grenades to the desert people?

As one of the Seven Stars, Keqing also knows some of the situations in Xumi.

The conflict between desert people and rainforest people is also on Liyue’s foreign affairs focus list.

If Wang Que really sold the elemental grenades to the desert people...

Then Keqing and the other seven stars will have to think carefully about the impact of this matter.

According to their understanding, Xumi's current basic military force organization is a group of thirty people.

It is highly likely that they will not be able to stop a group of desert people who are not afraid of death and are holding elemental grenades.