Nominal: Intercepting Zhong Xiaoai, Dominating Handong

"Power can indeed change fate, and Qi Tongwei really couldn't do anything about it," Gu Mingyuan muttered to himself.

He knew he had no right to judge Qi Tongwei's choice.

Everyone has their own path, and everyone must be responsible for their own choices.

He only hopes that he can walk the path he is on correctly, straight, and with a clear conscience.

Next, Gu Mingyuan continued to develop Liping County, conducting research and solving problems everywhere.

"Secretary Gu, all three food processing enterprises in the first phase of the project have started production," Zhang Jianguo, director of the industrial park management committee, excitedly reported, pointing to the brand-new factory buildings in the distance.

"Based on the current progress, the park's output value is expected to exceed 200 million yuan this year!"

Gu Mingyuan nodded, but his gaze was fixed on the second phase construction site in the distance: "We need to speed up the planning of the second phase, especially the cold chain logistics center, which is a key link in opening up the export of our agricultural products."

"The bidding process is already underway, and several large logistics companies in the province are very interested." Zhang Jianguo opened his notebook.

"However, Secretary Gu, there's a problem..."

"explain."

"The second phase of land use involves the relocation of more than 30 households. Although the compensation plan has been agreed upon, five households firmly disagree, saying that their ancestral homes cannot be moved."

Gu Mingyuan frowned slightly: "Let's go take a look."

The group drove to the village on the east side of the park.

The houses of five families stand alone on the planned construction site, in stark contrast to the bustling construction scene around them.

Upon seeing the county party secretary arrive, an elderly man in his sixties, leaning on a cane, stepped forward, his face ashen: "Secretary Gu, I know you mean well for Liping, but this house was passed down from my grandfather's generation, it cannot be demolished!"

Gu Mingyuan didn't rush to reason with him, but instead went into the old man's main room.

The house is furnished with old furniture, and a faded family photo hangs on the wall, which truly reflects the traces of several generations of life.

"Uncle, how old is this house?" Gu Mingyuan asked calmly as he sat down.

"A full ninety years! My grandfather built it in the early years of the Republic of China." The old man spoke with pride.

"Ninety years, that's not easy." Gu Mingyuan looked around.

"Sir, is your grandson studying at a university in the provincial capital?"

The old man was taken aback: "How did you know?"

"I heard from the local officials that your grandson is very promising and got into Hanjiang University," Gu Mingyuan said with a smile.

"Sir, would you like your grandson to work in Liping in the future?"

"Of course I want to! But my child says there's no development potential in Liping and wants to stay in the provincial capital."

"If Liping had modern factories and high-paying jobs, would your grandson still be willing to go out?" Gu Mingyuan stood up, walked to the window, and pointed to the industrial park in the distance.

"Look at those newly built factories. They'll need a lot of technical and management talent in the future. Your grandson studied mechanical engineering, right? That's a perfect fit."

The old man fell silent.

Gu Mingyuan continued, "Uncle, I know you have an attachment to this house."

"But think about it, is it more important to keep an old house, or to create a better environment for future generations?"

He took out a planning map from his bag: "Look, the new resettlement site is right next to the park. It's a two-story building with a unified plan and construction, and it has running water, toilets, and a yard."

"Furthermore, according to the policy, your family can also be given priority in being assigned a job in the industrial park."

The old man's son couldn't help but speak up, "Dad, Secretary Gu is right."

"We can't let the old house ruin our children's future!"

Looking at the beautiful new houses on the planning map, and then at the photo of his grandson in the distance, the old man finally relented: "Secretary Gu, I... I'll think about it some more."

Three days later, all five households signed relocation agreements.

Gu Mingyuan specifically instructed: "The resettlement housing must be of high quality and quantity, so that the people can move in with peace of mind and live comfortably."

"Furthermore, the promise to prioritize employment must be fulfilled."

In mid-April, Liping welcomed its first delegation of visitors—a delegation of entrepreneurs from coastal provinces.

The team was led by Chen Pingze, chairman of a large food group in Guangdong Province.

At the welcome banquet, Chen Pingze raised his glass and said, "Secretary Gu, this trip to Liping has truly been an eye-opening experience!"

"For an inland mountainous county to have such a development strategy and construction speed is truly remarkable!"

Gu Mingyuan responded modestly, "Chairman Chen, you flatter me. Liping has a weak foundation and still needs to learn more from developed regions."

"No, there are many things we can learn from you," Chen Pingze said earnestly.

"Especially the work style of officials and the business environment. We went to several departments to handle matters, and they were efficient and had a good attitude, which is something that cannot be achieved in many places."

Over the next three days, the delegation visited tea gardens, processing plants, and breeding bases to gain a detailed understanding of Liping's industries.

On the last day, Chen Yongkang approached Gu Mingyuan: "Secretary Gu, our group wants to invest in building a large-scale fruit and vegetable processing base in Liping, with a total investment estimated at 50 million yuan. What do you think...?"

Gu Mingyuan's heart skipped a beat, but he remained calm on the surface: "Chairman Chen, Liping welcomes all sincere investments. However, I'd like to know, what do you see in Liping?"

"Three points." Chen Yongkang held up three fingers.

"First, the ecological advantage. Your agricultural products are pollution-free, of high quality, and in line with modern consumption trends."

"Secondly, policy advantages. Your services are excellent, and your policies are transparent."

"Third..." He paused.

I think highly of you.

Gu Mingyuan was taken aback.

Chen Pingze laughed and said, "I've been in business for thirty years and have met many local leaders."

"Some are eager for quick success and instant benefits, some are short-sighted, and some only want to gain political achievements."

"But you're different. You genuinely want to do something practical for the local area, and you have ideas and methods."

"I feel at ease investing under a leader like this."

Ultimately, both parties signed a letter of intent for investment.

When the news spread, everyone in Liping was thrilled. Fifty million! This was another huge investment for Liping!

On April 18, Gu Mingyuan chaired a meeting of the Standing Committee of the County Party Committee to specifically study how to better serve this major project.

"Comrades, Chairman Chen's investment is not only a sign of his trust in Liping, but also a test," Gu Mingyuan said solemnly.

"An investment of 50 million can create 300 jobs and generate a lot of tax revenue every year."

"But we must also be clear-headed. Such a large project will encounter various problems during its implementation."

He established a project service team, with himself serving as the team leader, Executive Deputy County Head Li Ming serving as the deputy team leader, and the heads of relevant functional departments as members.

"The special task force should do three things: First, provide full-process assistance. We will handle all the procedures that companies need to complete."

"Second, we eliminate all problems. We solve the problems that companies encounter."

"Third, keep your promises. The policies we agree to must be implemented."

At the meeting, Gu Mingyuan also put forward an innovative idea: "I suggest that we explore standardized reforms."

"Standard land?" The Standing Committee members were puzzled.