Chapter 365: Chapter 365 The Biggest Thing
"Alright, Uncle Li, there’s no need to comfort me any longer. If that’s the case, it looks like I need to start figuring things out. At the very least, we need to attract investment in the village. Relying solely on the villagers like this, we simply can’t ensure survival."
"Isn’t that the truth? It’s the younger generation who have the ideas. I knew there was no mistake in electing you. Rest assured and go ahead boldly. If there are any problems, leave it to me to help you with the aftermath. Besides, do you have any thoughts about Chenhe Village?"
"What thoughts could I have? Of course, I have such intentions. I want to acquire that village. Moreover, concerning attracting investment, I will also consider our village, so my plan is to choose the most suitable location between the two villages. And the factory must be built across both villages, only by doing so can we tightly unite the two villages."
"Hmm, not bad, not bad at all. Your idea is indeed good. Once we propose this business opportunity, those above will surely agree that you’re a better fit than that other village. And another thing, that village chief still has three years in his term, so right now, in every way, he’s not as good as you."
"The key issue is that they won’t just accept our dominance. If they truly accepted us, wouldn’t everything be easy to handle? He’s always been determined to sway the village towards his side, right?"
"What he wishes is one thing, but what actually happens is another. And I think the town will lean more towards us. So, after you take office, you must do more practical things for everyone. By the way, have you thought about the candidates for the village committee?"
"I’ve been thinking it over, and, in fact, most of the strong young people in the village have gone out to work. This is indeed a great loss for the village. So, I want to retain some young people, especially those who are smart or have other special talents. Then, let them work in the village, and I’ll apply for a full-time fee from the town for them, so that they can barely manage to support their families."
"I’ve thought about that funding before, but it’s indeed difficult. There’s no precedent for it in the town, and working in the village doesn’t always come with a salary, with only the village chief getting one, and even then, it’s the lowest."
"If these issues can’t be resolved, then we’ll solve them through village-run enterprises. When that time comes, can’t the enterprises invest here too? So, from there, we can spare a salary for an additional person. This shouldn’t be too hard."
"You’re definitely on the right track. Do you already have some candidates in mind?"
"Old Li from the village entrance, his second son, didn’t he study accounting? I’ll call him over to become the village’s accounting branch member. I think he should be more than capable of handling it."
"Oh, are you talking about the kid who just got married? Indeed, if you do that, you could really keep him in the village. And I’ve heard he was excellent in both character and study at school. It’s just that the accounting field is too competitive, so he ended up working for someone else."
"There’s also Li Yanling, your second sister-in-law. Isn’t she idle at home? She’s always been articulate, so I think she would make a perfect fit as the head of the village women’s committee, and that’s absolutely not a problem."
"Hey, you’re absolutely right; it’s just like that. That woman can chat up a storm when she’s out and about. She really was born with a gift for gab. Alright, no problem there."
"Then there’s Li Dazhuang. With his strength, he can be the village security chief. That won’t be an issue, and he’ll be in charge of the village’s security."
"Security chief, huh? Good, anything else?"
"There are some finer details I haven’t fully thought through yet. I must really immerse myself in actual work to understand what we’re lacking and then prescribe the right solutions to find some suitable candidates."
"Hehe, prescribing the right solutions, just like a person practiced in medicine. Now you’re even using such professional terms. Not bad, the idea is indeed good."
"Having good ideas is one thing, but is it really that simple to implement them in reality? I feel like it’s not simple at all. So, I still need time to digest everything. But before I do that, I also hope to meet the village chief of Chenhe Village."
"What? You want to see him? Let me tell you, that old guy is no easy person to deal with. I’ve met him before. We can’t get through two sentences without starting to squabble, so I’ve always been reluctant to interact with him."
"Uncle Li, we can’t handle matters like this. Besides, the two villages should have a good relationship in theory. It’s because of the bad blood between you that the villagers’ interactions with one another haven’t been very frequent."
"Anyway, since I stepped down, if you want to get closer to him, that’s your business. However, you make a good point. It’s absolutely crucial not to sever the interactions between villagers. If you want to see him, I can take you to meet him."
"That would be perfect. Is it convenient now? If not, shall we head over there right away?"
"Really? You’ve just taken office; don’t you need to first gather your team, hold a meeting, and discuss the upcoming work?"
"No need. I haven’t completely figured out what’s going on here. Only after I’ve got it all sorted out will I be able to delegate tasks. Let’s go, let’s meet this person first. After all, merging the villages is the most important issue since I took office."
"Fine, if you’re set on meeting him now, I’ll come along. And you know, I haven’t seen him for a while either, at least for the past half a year."
As he spoke, he followed the old village chief’s pace and soon left the village committee building.
By now, the onlooking villagers had mostly dispersed, and they were just there to show support, which could also help them with other matters in the future.
When he reached the entrance of the village committee, he saw Li Yanling lingering nearby the entrance. Clearly, she was eager to get some work straight away.
"Sister-in-law."
