Era: I was a farmer at the foot of Yaoling Mountain

A large sum of money was spent, and the merchant delivered the goods they bought that day.

That night, everyone stayed at a hotel, and they had to get ready before checking in. In addition, there should have been a simple fire-entry ceremony.

night.

Fang Wei called Yu Hao and asked him about this.

When Yu Hao heard that Fang Wei had bought a new house, he said he would come over the next day. He also scolded Fang Wei for not calling him when he bought the house, saying that he could have come over and helped him choose one.

Fang Wei wasn't interested in feng shui, so he was no match for Yu Hao. Yu Hao, after all, was Guan Chongyang's last disciple and possessed genuine skills.

The next day, around noon, Yu Hao arrived in Guangzhou.

After meeting Fang Wei, he didn't even bother to have dinner first, and went straight to look at the house.

He looked at both houses and said, "The fans are great, and the feng shui of both houses is quite good. How about this, I'll do a feng shui arrangement for you this afternoon, and you can move in anytime."

Fang Wei didn't care much about this. Putting aside the question of whether he believed it or not, he could directly arrange a [secondary residence]. With the attribute bonus, why bother with feng shui?

However, Yu Hao meant well, and there was no harm in making some arrangements, so he smiled and thanked him.

Yu Hao had made preparations before coming, but there were some small things that needed to be purchased, so he made a special trip in the afternoon and completed the feng shui layout of the two houses before evening.

Afterwards, Fang Wei invited him and his family to have dinner together.

After a few days of tidying up, Fang Wei will officially move into this house, while Binbin's house, which is their new home after their marriage, will be left there for the time being.

Yu Hao presided over the fire-initiating ceremony and cooked dinner in the new house that evening. Wu Tianming and his wife, Yu Hao, and Zhang Wenyuan and Lu Zhiwen, who had specially come from Xiangshan, all gave gifts. They also had a meal at home.

After dinner, Zhang Wenyuan, Yu Hao, and the others rushed back to Xiangshan, while Wu Tianming and his wife went straight home.

Having heard about the rooms in the villa, Fang Wei and Pan Lianhua undoubtedly lived in the master bedroom, while the others also had their own rooms.

After a few busy days, Xiaojie will soon be starting school.

Fang Wei and Pan Lianhua saw her off at the airport, and Binbin then returned to school to register. Binbin will be doing his internship soon, and Xiaojie will also be busy with her internship and graduation thesis.

After the children left, Fang Wei and the other two were too lazy to stay in Yangcheng any longer, so they returned to the village.

“Secretary Luo, you’re finally back. County leaders have come at least three times these past few days, each time bringing people from the province to inspect the site. I asked if we should notify you to come back, but Secretary Luo said no.”

As soon as I got home, Zhao Jinsheng ran over.

What he said caught Fang Wei's attention. Only provincial leaders or investors could get Luo Zhimin to accompany them throughout the entire process.

Given the environment and resources of Xinlin County, it is highly likely that it is a leader coming to inspect.

"Okay, I understand. I'll call Secretary Luo tomorrow."

Fang Wei had just returned and felt a little tired, so she planned to rest for the night before going to see Luo Zhimin.

Zhao Jinsheng clearly understood this as well, and after sitting for ten minutes, he said goodbye and left.

In the evening, I simply went to the cafeteria to get my food, and after eating, I went to bed early.

The next day.

Fang Wei arrived at the office early in the morning, dealt with a few backlogged official matters, and then called Luo Zhimin.

The other party didn't say anything else, only that he should come as soon as possible.

Perhaps there were some things that were inconvenient to say over the phone, so Fang Wei drove directly to the county.

"Secretary Fang, things are a bit complicated. The province is going to establish the Xiangnan Seed Industry Group, and someone has their eye on Yaoling Agriculture, planning to acquire or invest in it. I've delayed things for a few days, and I expect they'll come again."

Without wasting words, Luo Zhimin directly explained the whole story.

Fang Wei nodded. This was something Luo Zhimin couldn't stop; he had already done his best by finding excuses to delay.

"Oh? Please tell me in detail, Secretary Luo."

This matter was indeed far beyond Fang Wei's expectations. He never thought that someone would set their sights on Yaoling Agriculture.

Yaoling Agriculture is a collective enterprise involving the interests of tens of thousands of members. Is it really possible that someone is so unscrupulous?
"Things may not be as you imagine. It's not that someone wants to take advantage of you, but rather it's a strategic need of the province."

As Luo Zhimin continued his narration, Fang Wei realized that he had misunderstood.

The province wants to integrate all the breeding companies in the province into one backbone enterprise to grow bigger and stronger together.

For some small companies with limited technological capabilities, this is definitely a good thing.

However, for Yaoling Agriculture, this is completely unnecessary. There are many reasons, the key one being that Yaoling Agriculture's success cannot be replicated.

The province is leading the establishment of this large-scale seed company, and it's impossible for Yaoling Agriculture to have the dominant control over it.

For Fang Wei, there's no point in discussing this matter. His technological path heavily relies on the [planting area], and his inability to take control means the project is doomed to fail.

"Secretary Luo, I understand. However, I need to discuss this matter with the relevant personnel in the company, and then listen to the opinions of the members. In my estimation, this matter is probably not going to be resolved."

Fang Wei refused very tactfully, and Luo Zhimin smiled helplessly, caught in the middle.

But the company belongs to all its members, and if they disagree, there's nothing anyone can do.

Fang Wei then returned to his office and called Cai Tong and the others. "Huh? Why hasn't anyone contacted me about something this big?"

Cai Tong was unaware of this, so he found it very strange.

“They’re all sensible people. Do you think they can solve this problem if they come to you? They probably want to get me to cooperate first before contacting the company. Anyway, I won’t agree to this, to avoid making a mess of things.”

Fang Wei made his stance clear: he would not hand over Yaoling Agriculture under any circumstances.

Unless all members agree.

"Of course we can't let them lead us by the nose. I only have one worry: will they make things difficult for us in the future?"

Cai Tong still felt that this matter was difficult to handle and worried that the company would be affected.

Running a business these days is not easy. Those who survive have gone through countless trials and tribulations. He has encountered no shortage of difficulties over the years.

Problems will eventually be solved, but it depends on the level of the problem.

"It's alright, just do your own thing and leave the rest to me."

The two talked for over an hour before ending the call.

Over the years, Fang Wei has encountered countless things, including being arrested and locked in a dark room, and having his home searched, but he still manages to have the last laugh.

This wasn't the most dangerous incident yet, but we still can't let our guard down.

After thinking for a while, he decided to make a phone call to Wang Lin.

Wang Lin and his associates still wield considerable influence in the province. Over the years, they have maintained contact, and during holidays, he would have Cai Tong arrange for someone to deliver local specialties to them.

It doesn't matter whether the item is expensive or cheap; the important thing is not to lose contact with it.

He then dialed Wang Lin's number, and the other party happened to be in his office.

Fang Wei mentioned the province's plan to establish Xiangnan Seed Industry and expressed that he had no desire to participate at all, but unfortunately, someone had their eye on Yaoling Agriculture.

"I've heard about this too. So, do you have some time this weekend? It would be best if you could come over so we can all sit down and think of a solution together."

On the phone, the other party didn't say much, only suggesting that it would be best to meet on the weekend.

"Sure, I'll go over this weekend."

There are still three days until the weekend, and he plans to make a trip to the provincial capital.

Wang Lin hung up immediately, and Fang Wei then got up to go home for dinner.

The next day.

Shortly after Fang Wei arrived at the office, he received a notification that Luo Zhimin would accompany comrades from the province to inspect the Yaoling Cooperative.

He knew trouble was brewing, but he decided to meet and talk to them to see what they had to say.

An hour later, Luo Zhimin and his colleagues from the province arrived.

"Secretary Fang, let me introduce you. This is General Manager Liu of Xiangnan Seed Industry, Liu Chi."

Although Xiangnan Seed Industry is still in the preparation stage, its positioning is very clear: it is a large state-owned enterprise under the jurisdiction of the province.

Liu Chi is now in charge of Xiangnan Seed Industry (under construction), so it's not wrong for Luo Zhimin to call him General Manager Liu.

"Secretary Fang, hello! I've heard so much about you, it's a pleasure to meet you."

Liu Chi is under forty years old, of medium build, and looks shrewd and capable.

"Mr. Liu, you're too kind. Please come and sit in the reception room for a while."

Since the other party was very polite, Fang Wei naturally greeted them with a smile.

After they sat down in the reception room, tea was brought to them, and Liu Chi began chatting about unrelated things. About twenty minutes later, the other party got to the point.

“Secretary Fang, the establishment of Xiangnan Seed Industry is mainly to integrate resources within the province and create a first-class breeding enterprise in the country. As you know, international giants are coming on strong, and if we go it alone, we will be defeated sooner or later.”

Liu Chi is right. In the field of breeding, most domestic companies are no match for international giants, and the gap in strength is huge.

However, this does not include Yaoling Agriculture, which is in no way inferior to those giants in terms of rice seeds, corn seeds, and vegetable seeds.

"President Liu, Yaoling Agriculture focuses on rice seed breeding. In this field, we don't even consider international giants a threat. Although there is strength in numbers, we have our own advantages, and it's not good to force ourselves to join forces with others."

Fang Wei shook her head, making her refusal very clear.

The so-called integration will inevitably involve the issue of leadership. Is Liu Chi willing to relinquish leadership? Fang Wei will not relinquish leadership either.

Furthermore, forcibly piecing together small breeding companies will not produce a synergistic effect.

"I know that Yaoling Agriculture has a very good track record. Just name your conditions, and I will do my best to meet them."

Liu Chi understood Fang Wei's meaning, but he still wanted to try again.

"President Liu, this isn't about setting conditions; it's about our company having its own plans. Please don't be offended by what I'm about to say, but Yaoling Agriculture has no reason to merge with anyone else. Sometimes, the effect of one plus one can be less than two."

Fang Wei didn't want to get entangled with the other party, so she simply refused. (End of Chapter)