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Chapter 386: The Elite Gather in You City!
Chapter 386: The Elite Gather in You City!
At this moment, Old Master Zhuang couldn't fathom what good news the other party could bring him, unless it was significant progress in the desert management research project.
Moreover, the agricultural research in Min Province was already quite advanced.
The other party was a top expert in agricultural research.
It wasn't surprising that under their leadership, remarkable research results had emerged.
He immediately asked, "Old Cheng, stop keeping us in suspense. Has your research institute developed related desert management technologies, or have there been any breakthroughs?"
Zheng Baishan smiled and said, "Since you haven't made any progress in your research, how could we possibly surpass you?"
Upon hearing this, Old Master Zhuang frowned, "What do you mean? Are you toying with me?"
Zheng Baishan smiled, "Our research hasn't yielded any results either, but didn't Liyuan Farm establish a research institute? Their director, Ma Jun, has achieved some success."
"Ma Jun?" Old Master Zhuang was instantly delighted. "Who is he? His name sounds familiar, and he's so capable?"
Zheng Baishan reminded him, "Isn't he the one who caused a stir at Huannong University? He later joined Liyuan Farm."
Old Master Zhuang suddenly recalled the incident. When he had first heard about it, he had even cursed a few times.
Huannong University's actions were disrespectful to scientific research.
They had the audacity to suppress talent in such matters, and the key was that Ma Jun, after joining Liyuan Farm, demonstrated exceptional research talent.
Now, he had even developed the much-needed desert management project.
Eagerly, Old Master Zhuang inquired, "Old Cheng, what kind of project has he developed?"
Zheng Baishan explained, "The news is that they can grow Sunrise Grapes in the desert, and they aim to transform the desert into an orchard."
"What?" Old Master Zhuang was stunned. He asked reflexively, "Old Cheng, are you joking with me? This isn't funny at all."
Zheng Baishan sighed, "Who has the time to joke with you? I'm telling the truth. They're about to start fundraising for this project, and they need authoritative experts like you to verify the experiments."
Upon hearing this news, Old Master Zhuang couldn't contain his excitement. He shouted from outside, "Quick, quick, get me a plane ticket! I'm going to You City."
Even as someone entered the room, he didn't forget to inquire through his phone, "Old Cheng, Ma Jun is a talented individual. Do you think it's possible to recruit him to our side in Jing City? After all, we have better conditions here."
Zheng Baishan chuckled, "Don't get your hopes up. After what Ma Jun went through at Huannong University, he became quiet and reserved. He's very resistant to official departments like ours and doesn't even bother talking to us. How could he possibly come to Jing City?"
These words agitated Old Master Zhuang. Initially, if it weren't for the incident at Huannong University, Ma Jun would have joined an official laboratory.
It would have been easy for him to recruit Ma Jun to the Jing City laboratory.
But now, due to the suppression from Huannong University, the situation had become dire.
How many researchers were genuinely capable if this continued?
What could those relying on connections possibly achieve in research?
The research environment had become chaotic, which was an insult to scientific research.
This was unacceptable. The next meeting must address this issue, and Huannong University's resources must be reduced.
Sighing, he said, "It's a pity that he's not on our side. With better equipment, Ma Jun could have conducted his research more effectively."
Hearing this confident statement, Zheng Baishan couldn't help but counter, "Old Master Zhuang, don't be too confident. The research institute at Liyuan Farm is well-equipped, and their research facilities are no less advanced than yours in Jing City. Moreover, their research talents are even stronger than those at our provincial research institute."
"If they can research such incredible things at Liyuan Farm, it doesn't guarantee that you can replicate it in Jing City."
"Old Master Zhuang was still unconvinced by these words, but the fact was that the other party had indeed achieved remarkable research results.
If the ability to grow Sunrise Grapes in the desert is proven, it will cause a worldwide sensation.
The people they sent to the West to gather information can now be called back.
Although they were determined to research the desert technology here, they still sent people over to try out the research results from the other side.
The blockade is a blockade, but what if there's a chance to break through it?
After all, there are some enlightened researchers around the world.
But no matter what, Old Master Zhuang's side was indeed eager to head to You City.
...
Liyuan Farm.
Lei Xiaojun, Old Ren, Old Zhu, and Old Gu arrived one after another.
As soon as they all arrived, Zhang Lin invited them to his office to make tea, and he specially took out that special tea.
The tea also made the four of them yearn for it again.
Indeed, even knowing it was unattainable, they still inquired, but to no avail.
After drinking a pot of tea, Lei Xiaojun asked, "President Zhang, when will we discuss that project you mentioned?"
This caught the attention of the other three.
Zhang Lin explained, "I've already invited the most authoritative experts from Jing City to come and verify this project. Once the verification is complete, we can officially launch it."
"However, this is my first time undertaking such a large-scale project. I still need to ask for help from President Lei, President Ren, and the two Shixiongs to calculate the costs and the scope involved in starting this project."
Lei Xiaojun and the others nodded in agreement.
"Indeed, we should calculate it first."
"Yes, let's make a rough estimate ourselves."
All four of them were business elites and had no difficulty in making such estimates.
First, they took out a map and calculated the global desert area using a computer.
After all, once this project is launched, it's not just limited to domestic markets; they can also make money overseas.
But they didn't realize the scale until they calculated it, and the required funds were horrifyingly large if they wanted to expand quickly.
Even with their combined strength, they couldn't support it.
Their assets were substantial, but most of them were in real estate and stocks. The working capital they could actually mobilize was limited and insufficient for this project.
So they had to proceed slowly or gather more capable partners.
The four of them asked Zhang Lin for his opinion.
Zhang Lin naturally hoped for more partners, as it would expand his network.
After all, he never intended to lead this project, and he had no objections to how many people were involved. Instead, everyone involved would owe him a big favor.
So, not long after, Lei, the top-tier elite, sent out special invitations to the top elites in the country.
The elites were all surprised to receive the news, but they were also tempted by the project. They bought air tickets and headed to You City one after another.
The news quickly spread, and the gathering of so many elites in You City caused a sensation.
Countless people were curious as to what these elites were up to. What kind of event could prompt such a collective action?
Even You City was shocked, as they had no prior knowledge of this.
But one thing was certain: this matter was definitely related to Liyuan Farm.
Otherwise, what else could attract these elites?
Something big must have happened there.
(End of Chapter)"
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