Chapter 139: A Big Bet! An Unexpected Person!

Chapter 139: A Big Bet! An Unexpected Person!

Another day had passed.

John Lin arrived at his office early in the morning and checked his current level data.

Level: 4

Upgrade Requirements: 1. Hire 652 workers (652/200)! 2. Earn 30 million in profit (34,545,627/30,000,000)! 3. Develop 10,000 acres of farmland (7,495/10,000)! 4. Gain 1 agricultural honor (0/1).

Bank Account: 62122614

Balance: 34,545,627.15 RMB

Agricultural Area: 47,000 acres!

Game Constructions: Prefabricated Steel Houses, Warehouse, Service Center, Bamboo Maze, Bamboo Cultural Park, Office Center, Camping Ground.

The requirement to develop 10,000 acres of farmland had already reached 7,495 acres, and a batch of agricultural workers was now dedicated to planting fast-growing white sweet potatoes, which would soon complete this condition.

So, it was time to think about the agricultural honor requirement.

This condition was too vague and lacked specific direction.

Moreover, after a quick online search, John Lin found that there were numerous agricultural honors, such as the World Agriculture Prize, World Food Prize, National Agricultural Labor Model, National Agricultural, Animal Husbandry, and Fishery Bumper Harvest Award, and the Shen Nong Chinese Agricultural Science and Technology Award, among many others for research contributions and technological breakthroughs.

While there were many agricultural honors, John Lin felt completely at a loss after reading about them, as he had no knowledge of the award criteria or the processes involved.

Just as he was deep in thought, his phone buzzed with a WeChat message.

It was from County Chief Liu.

Moreover, the message was an official directive.

When he enlarged the screen to read the content of the directive, he was taken aback.

After all, County Chief Liu had only mentioned this matter to him a day ago, and the provincial government had already issued such a directive.

The speed was quite surprising.

However, John Lin quickly realized that County Chief Liu must have significant connections in the provincial government.

This was normal, as those who held positions at the county level were often dispatched from higher offices, and it would be strange if they had no connections.

Moreover, County Chief Liu had mentioned using his face and the family's influence.

This was truly a big bet.

After hearing County Chief Liu's plan, John Lin had also done some research online.

He discovered that 75% of zoos in the country were operating at a loss.

This high percentage indicated that most zoos faced severe economic pressures, and many had to close due to long-term losses.

However, there was an exception: zoos with pandas were generally profitable.

Especially those with internet-famous pandas, which not only brought in substantial ticket revenue but also created a huge demand for related goods and services, such as panda-themed restaurants and panda merchandise.

Additionally, the popularity of pandas could boost the local tourism industry, further increasing the zoo's economic benefits.

So, County Chief Liu was betting on this project, hoping that Liyuan Farm could successfully breed pandas and that Yuan Yuan could become an internet sensation, maintaining its popularity.

Completing either of these goals would ensure the project's sustainability.

If both were achieved, the rewards would be immense.

Just as he was thinking, his phone rang—it was County Chief Liu.

He immediately answered, "County Chief Liu!"

"Mr. John, have you seen the directive?" County Chief Liu asked.

John Lin responded, "I've seen it. Thank you for your support, County Chief Liu."

County Chief Liu smiled and said, "Mr. John, I'll bring a team to the farm this afternoon to hold a meeting and finalize the details. Then, we'll have the provincial zoo send the pandas over."

"Also, the provincial support team has arrived. They will handle all panda-related projects with your Liyuan Farm."

"Understood, County Chief Liu!" John Lin responded and hung up, then immediately called Muxue Lin.

In the Operations Department, Muxue Lin was directing the video shoot for Yuan Yuan.

The panda was currently very popular, and its videos not only maintained the farm's popularity but also increased its fan base, helping it reach the 10 million follower milestone.

Upon receiving John Lin's call, she answered immediately.

"Mr. John, what's the matter?"

"Senior Sister Muxue, come to my office. There's something important!"

"Sure!"

Muxue Lin hung up, her eyebrows furrowed in worry.

After arranging for Liu Qian to continue the shoot, she left the Operations Department, her mind heavy with concerns.

Over the past two days, the most important matter at the farm had been Yuan Yuan the panda.

Especially since the provincial zoo clearly wanted to take Yuan Yuan back. If they used official means, it would be a difficult situation.

After all, the provincial zoo was a public institution with significant influence.

This was her greatest concern.

Upon arriving at John Lin's office, Muxue Lin was about to speak when John Lin immediately said, "Senior Sister Muxue, come over and look at this document!"

Muxue Lin sat down, puzzled, and looked at the phone John Lin handed her, where a document was already open.

Seeing the document, she was taken aback.

She might not be well-versed in official matters, but she knew one thing for sure: a directive from the provincial government like this shouldn't normally exist.

The fact that it had appeared now meant that the city of You had put in an enormous effort.

She really hadn't expected this.

She had been worried about Yuan Yuan's issue, fearing that the provincial zoo would use its official influence to pressure them. But now, the city of You had taken the initiative, even requesting two additional pandas from the provincial zoo. At this point, the provincial zoo must be fuming.

"Mr. Zhang, this project is going to be incredibly difficult!" Lin Muxue said with a frown after reading the document.

She wasn't trying to be negative; it was just the reality. The number of pandas in the country and the conditions of panda breeding centers across the nation made it clear.

"No matter how difficult, we have no choice. Liu County has placed a significant bet on this, and we must do our best. What if we succeed? So, you need to start planning. Also, get Tang Hospital to help recruit more people," Zhang Lin said with a smile. He felt that with the game system, the project wouldn't fail.

Even if they couldn't breed pandas, he still had black bears. The game system would definitely introduce more animals in the future. With each animal becoming a social media sensation, he could build up the zoo.

If they managed to breed pandas, it would give the city of You a significant achievement and a new identity as a panda breeding center.

"Understood, Mr. Zhang!" Lin Muxue nodded immediately.

But as she left the office, she couldn't help but feel a sense of awe. Who would have thought that Liyuan Farm, after just receiving one panda and before even finishing the panda's habitat, would now be undertaking a panda research and breeding project?

The scale of this leap was staggering.

This also made her admire her junior, Mr. Zhang. If not for him, the city of You wouldn't have placed such a significant bet.

To earn the trust and recognition of the local government to this extent was no small feat.

When Tang Wan received Lin Muxue's instructions, she was equally stunned.

She had just transferred to Liyuan Farm, and it was only her first day. She had only contacted three veterinarians specializing in panda treatment, and before they could even respond, she was told to recruit ten more veterinarians and that Liyuan Farm was planning a panda research and breeding project.

Who could understand her state of mind right now?

"Maybe I should try to recruit Professor Chen Nan?" Tang Wan joked.

"That would be great. It would be best if we could get an expert like him," Lin Muxue said without hesitation.

"Uh!" Tang Wan wanted to say it was just a joke.

However, after Lin Muxue left, she picked up her phone and dialed Chen Nan's number.



At an animal research hospital, Chen Nan was reviewing several interview files. Even though he had returned, he still felt the frustration of being poached right in front of him.

Now, he had to go through the trouble of finding a new assistant.

A good assistant was hard to come by. First, they needed to have the right skills, and second, they needed to keep up with his pace and thinking.

Especially since he had been planning to start a special project on panda diseases, which required a highly skilled assistant.

Before he could discuss this with his two assistants, Tang Wan was poached.

Now, the candidates in these interview files clearly didn't match up to Tang Wan's abilities.

Sighing, he put down the interview files just as his phone rang. It was Tang Wan's number.

He answered irritably, "What is it?"

Tang Wan said sheepishly, "Professor Chen, the farm is planning a panda research and breeding project. I was wondering if you'd be interested in working at Liyuan Farm!"

"???" Chen Nan was speechless.

Liyuan Farm had just poached his assistant, and now they wanted to poach him too?

Wait, he quickly asked, "Tang Wan, what project did you say Liyuan Farm is planning?"



At the same time, after Lin Muxue left, Zhang Lin called Lin Mengyao and instructed, "Set up the meeting room. People from Liu County will be coming over this afternoon, and we might have a meeting."

"Understood, Mr. Zhang!" Lin Mengyao responded and immediately got to work.

Time passed quickly, and it was soon afternoon.

After receiving the news that Liu County was bringing people over, Zhang Lin instructed Zhong Miaoying, "Miaoying, we'll be having a meeting with Liu County in the meeting room. Bring a pot of tea, and remember to use my best Da Hong Pao!"

"Sure, boss!" Zhong Miaoying nodded.

Soon, Zhang Lin called Lin Muxue, Tang Wan, and the heads of the human resources and finance departments, as they would all be involved in the project.

Liu County arrived with two people, one of whom was the familiar Zhao Han.

But when he saw the other person, Zhang Lin was surprised.

Although Liu County had mentioned that the provincial government was sending support to specifically liaise with Liyuan Farm on this project, he hadn't expected this particular person to be the one sent.

(End of Chapter)

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