This city simulation game can affect reality.

On December 21, the official accounts of Xita Resort and Yunhai Farmhouse simultaneously released a statement:

Faced with market changes, Yunhai Farmhouse, with the courage of a warrior cutting off his own arm, introduced a strategic partner, Xita Leisure Resort Co., Ltd., to complete resource integration and brand upgrading, jointly creating a new benchmark for tourism in Longding Mountain.

Although it was short, it still caused quite a stir in the local community.

Although news of Yunhai's predicament had already spread a few days ago, many regular customers had also noticed that something was wrong.

However, Yunhai is an established brand that has been operating for many years, and its customer base is not limited to ordinary tourists.

This announcement, ostensibly a brand upgrade, clearly indicates to everyone that the tourism landscape of Longding Mountain is about to undergo a dramatic transformation.

"Hita? Isn't that the resort that did the live stream of carving the Thousand-Hand Guanyin a while ago?"

"They're actually that good? I remember seeing only mediocre reviews on various platforms before."

"Based on my understanding of Longding Mountain, there are only two major players in the tourism and accommodation industry. This consolidation is not a good thing for tourists... It might be the beginning of a monopoly, and they're about to start reaping the benefits."

"It's all just a game of capital; in the end, it's us ordinary people who foot the bill."

"No wonder Yunhai stopped many of its businesses before; it turns out they were doing this."

Due to the lag in information dissemination, many passersby's impressions of Hita have not been updated.

At least a few months ago, if most tourists were choosing accommodation and dining options, their first thought would definitely be Yunhai Farmhouse.

Even after a series of optimizations, Hita's reputation underwent a complete reversal.

But the news still had a powerful impact on everyone.

In terms of size, the former Hita Resort was indeed no match for the behemoth that is Yunhai.

Who would have thought that after only a few days of not paying attention, the two companies would have merged into one?

This may inevitably raise doubts for customers who are not very knowledgeable.

Everyone clearly understands one thing: in a business environment, the loss of mutually restraining competitors is definitely not good news for consumers.

This means that businesses have moved from the competition arena to the dinner table, losing the necessary conditions for involution.

Just like Sony and Microsoft in the console gaming industry, or Meituan and Ele.me in the food delivery industry...

Therefore, faced with this sudden statement, many people couldn't help but ask in the comments section:

Will the Yunhai brand still exist in the future? Or will it disappear completely?

"Are the original chef team and waiters still in place? Don't make it look like a hodgepodge."

"Are you still accepting wedding bookings? I was planning to hold my wedding in Yunhai a few days ago, but they told me I couldn't make an appointment, so I had to find a place in the city at the last minute."

"Did Hita secure investment? How come they're suddenly so generous?"

"The two companies have different styles, so if they merge, which side will it belong to?"

"..."

A whole host of problems followed.

At this moment, the largest conference room in the main building of Yunhai Farmhouse is filled with the management team of Xita.

The view outside the window remained the same, but the atmosphere inside the house was completely different.

"Mr. Chen, how should we take over these business lines left behind by Yunhai? It's unrealistic to accept them all, but if we cut them off completely, the losses will be too great, and it will also waste the existing facilities." Old Zhou flipped through the handover list in his hand and raised the question.

"Keep the core components, cut some redundant projects, and then gradually refactor them later."

Chen Jun had already considered this problem countless times in his mind.

He even considered breaking up all the theoretically profitable businesses and integrating them into the resort.

But after careful consideration, I felt it was inappropriate.

The two are quite different in temperament, and blindly merging them may end up pleasing neither side.

It would be better to use existing business for the transition first, and then gradually improve it according to the framework in the future.

Chen Jun doesn't particularly like some aspects of Yunhai, including its brand culture and architectural style.

However, apart from those low-efficiency or overly extravagant and tacky ancillary projects, they cannot be completely eliminated at present.

"The shutdown during this period seems to have had a significant impact on nearby towns and villages, with countless phone calls coming in every day. If this drags on any longer, we're afraid the whole thing will be over."

Old Zhou lit a cigarette and put it in his mouth.

"Now that everything is settled, let's resume business as soon as possible." Chen Jun decisively arranged, "Especially for banquets and group receptions...we need to issue a notice for a smooth transition."

Although there is still a lot of work to be done, it is obviously unrealistic to leave such a large operation vacant for a long time.

Once the shareholders' interests have been properly settled, the remaining procedural matters can be carried out gradually.

After leaving the conference room, Chen Jun wandered along the entire sea of ​​clouds, from the easternmost point to the westernmost point.

I visited the woodworking workshop, various restaurants, the reception hall, the orchard, and other places.

The so-called special wood left behind by Yunhai Woodworking Workshop is actually a resource "produced" by him using the automatic filling function of the woodcutter's hut.

They packaged it into a template, controlled the distribution channels, and finally sold it to Yunhai.

To avoid any unforeseen complications, Chen Jun bought it back at an extremely low price.

"This piece of land is much larger than the open space of the resort. We might as well transplant all the woodcutter's huts here later."

Looking at the empty classroom, Chen Jun pondered silently.

The number of visitors to the Woodcutter's Hut has now reached a critical point, and we are short of a space for teaching.

Xita also took over Yunhai's original clients.

The former site of the woodworking workshop is undoubtedly the best choice for relocation.

......

"I've fulfilled all my promises to you today. Now, what are your plans for dealing with Yunhai?"

At the end of the orchard on the southern foothills of Yunhai Lake, there is a cliff edge.

Wang Wang felt the surrounding mist, his voice mingling with the mountain wind, making it somewhat indistinct.

"Just like the official website says, the brand upgrade will make it live a healthier life than before." Chen Jun looked ahead.

"Hmm." Wang Wang was silent for a moment. "Take good care of it."

Chen Jun immediately noticed the unusual tone: "What do you mean by that?"

According to the previous agreement, Chen Jun would return the original seed to Wang Wang so that he could cultivate it in his own way.

"I've thought a lot these past few days." Wang Wang gazed into the depths of the mist. "This land might be able to return to the way I originally wanted it, but it will never be the same as before."

"I'm getting old, and I really don't have the energy to go through all that trouble like before."

With a hint of relief, Wang Wang said, "After going through this, I've seen a lot more clearly. Boss Chen, you're a man of principle. I think... I'll let you take the role of the tree planter."

The other party's sudden decision surprised Chen Jun: "Have you thought this through? You went to such lengths to set up this whole scheme, wasn't it all for today?"

It's worth noting that this was one of the key bargaining chips used to persuade Wang Wang when discussing the collaboration.

"It was all for this day." Wang Wang did not deny it. "But now that everything that needed to be cleared has been cleared, it doesn't really matter who plants the trees."

"My persistence at the time was partly a test of your attitude and perspective."

"Now I can be sure that you are more suitable for this role than I am."

Chen Jun stopped trying to persuade him and simply asked, "So, what are your plans next?"

"Going abroad. My wife and daughter have long wanted to live in Europe. Now is the perfect time; I have no ties, so I can go with them and see for themselves."

Wang Wang looked calm and composed, his previous dejection completely gone.

"Since you've made your decision, I won't force you to stay. In addition to the amount stipulated in the agreement, I will give you another sum of compensation."

"Whenever you want to come back, you'll have friends here, and you can always sit down and have a drink."

After listening, Wang Wang did not make any pretentious excuses, but simply patted Chen Jun on the shoulder heavily.

A mountain breeze swept across the cliff edge, dispersing some of the mist.

"Thank you, Mr. Chen."

The two gave each other a brief hug, then Wang Wang let go, turned and left along the path at the edge of the orchard, his figure gradually blending into the mountain scenery.

He never looked back.