Fang Zhou, I'm just a farmer, not Shennong!

This is the case.

If the Minliang Association leaves because it has no money, they will have no way to stop it, and they are not even qualified to blame the Minliang Association. After all, they have done their best.

"I heard... a few days ago, our Emperor just executed a duke live on television throughout Saint Steed Castle!"

"Duke, what a concept! And it's live broadcast! This is the first time in Ursus!"

"Tell me, is there a possibility that Mr. Lu and the Minliang Association were invited by His Majesty the Emperor?"

“That’s really possible!!”

"Anyway, I don't care about anything else. When the Civilian Food Association's Public Security Bureau recruits next time, I'll sign up immediately. I heard that not only is the salary good there, but I can also work for the Civilian Food Association. Although it's a bit dangerous, it's worth it!"

There were many different opinions outside the health center, and everyone was talking about their own evaluation of the Minliang Association.

But when there are a lot of people, there are always a few weirdos who like to sing the opposite tune and spread conspiracy theories.

On the one hand, they receive free rice porridge and enjoy free medical care, and on the other hand, they say that the people's grain supply has this dirty purpose and that intention.

Of course, such people in the slums will naturally arouse public outrage among many slum residents, and they will all behave themselves after being beaten.

Although there are always a few bad apples, most people still support the Minliang Association and are deeply aware of the importance of repaying kindness.

...........

Two months passed in a flash.

It is already January. The New Year in Dayan this year is at the end of February, so Lu Yuan plans to set off in February to return to Longmen first and then return to Dayan.

Lu Yuan sat in his office, closing his eyes to rest.

They just relied on the [Frost Crystals] that they got for free from the Ursus treasury, and cultivated them by fusing the frost crystals with potatoes.

A whole new potato crop was created.

【First Generation Frost Potato】

【Crop level: Level VI】

[Features: Frost potatoes can only grow in areas below -50 degrees Celsius. Eating them slightly increases the user's resistance to ice.]

Lu Yuan was also quite satisfied with the crop.

The special feature of Frost Potatoes completely solves the problem of potatoes being difficult to grow in any cold area.

However, [Frost Potatoes] are the same as other fusion crops. Ordinary people can no longer grow them when they are planted. Only magicians can do so. The limitations of the planting conditions mean that the first generation of fusion crops cannot be used on a large scale.

We want to plant on a large scale in the future.

Lu Yuan needs to make it easier to grow fused crops, or even reduce their risk so that ordinary people can grow them. This is Lu Yuan’s primary goal in the future.

Once completed, the future world agricultural landscape will undergo a complete and earth-shaking change, and Lu Yuan, as a pioneer of the new generation of agricultural science, will naturally become the focus of the entire world.

By the time...

Lu Yuan knew it easily with his toes.

What awaits us is not glory, but complete destruction.

Because no matter how good the fusion crops are, they are products that completely subvert existing science. It would be fine if Lu Yuan opened up the entire cultivation process, but once Lu Yuan has control over the process, it is estimated that 90% of the countries in the world will find ways to kill him.

Let this emerging agricultural science disappear completely along with his death.

Being half an era ahead is called a genius.

Being ahead of the times is called a monster.

Being two generations ahead is called a... monster...

Human society has never allowed the emergence of "monsters" from the beginning to the end.

"Take your time later, there's still a lot of time."

Lu Yuan closed the system panel.

He now has a clear plan for the future, and Lu Yuan’s top priority is to spread the Minliang Association’s presence throughout Ursus.

"Is it almost Chinese New Year?"

Lu Yuan glanced at the calendar on his phone, and January 1rd was particularly eye-catching.

"Has another year passed? So fast? In the blink of an eye, I've been in Ursus for more than half a year."

He quickly opened the calendar and looked at the date of the Chinese New Year this year.

This year's Spring Festival in Dayan is on February 2th, which is nearly a month later than last year.

"Then I'll prepare to go back here on February 2th."

Lu Yuan planned.

During the Chinese New Year last year, Lu Yuan made an agreement with Teacher Shu that they would go home for the New Year every year. Now a year has passed, and he hasn't even written a letter home this year. When he thinks about it carefully, he feels a little embarrassed.

The main reason is that Lu Yuan is too busy this year.

After finishing his work at Longmen, he hurried to Ursus, and then he was responsible for the development of the Minliang Association in Ursus. It seemed that Lu Yuan did not do any work, but in fact, he was very concerned about the overall direction of the Minliang Association.

At this moment, there was a knock on Lu Yuan's office door. The sound was very light, and Lu Yuan knew it was An Suo without looking.

"Come in, Anso."

Lu Yuan shouted.

The office door opened, and An Suo, dressed in formal attire, with a good figure and gradually showing some mature tendencies, walked up to Lu Yuan holding a document.

Anso hasn't spoken yet.

Lu Yuan smiled and said, "Xiao Ansuo, the Chinese New Year is less than two months away. Around February 2th, let's go back to Longmen from Ursus. Yuxia and Xiaofupo will probably be home for the New Year today. After all, they followed me back last year."

"Will you come back with me to celebrate the New Year this year?"

When An Suo heard this, his amber eyes froze, and the rabbit ears on his head suddenly jerked and began to sway from side to side.

"Of course!! Xiao Yuan!! I will definitely go back with Xiao Yuan! I don't think you will leave me alone here or in Longmen, right?"

"definitely."

"Great!!"

An Suo didn't expect to hear such great news as soon as he entered the door, and he smiled particularly happily.

Soon, her expression slightly changed, and she looked serious as if she was reporting on her work.

"Mr. Lu, I'm here to report on the situation in Agricultural City Block No. 3."

In fact, Lu Yuan had wanted An Suo to change his words a long time ago, but An Suo refused to change. An Suo stubbornly said that he was Lu Yuan's subordinate. He could call him Xiao Yuan in normal times, but he needed to use his professional title when talking about work!

Since he really couldn't persuade the little girl, Lu Yuan had no choice but to let her do whatever she wanted.

"Today, Agricultural City No. 20 welcomed its third harvest, producing 58 tons of potatoes, bringing the total output to 50 tons. Excluding those already used or in reserve, there are now approximately tons of potatoes in the warehouse."

After listening to it, Lu Yuan nodded with satisfaction.

"How's the market research and the investigation into those grain companies going?"

Lu Yuan asked again.

An Suo nodded and said.

"Mr. Lu, we've done sufficient market research. In Ursus, potatoes and bread are the staple foods of ordinary people. Monthly consumption of potatoes and bread accounts for approximately 50% of the average Ursus resident's monthly income."

A fairly high proportion.

Lu Yuan nodded and continued listening.

"Regarding the grain industry, the entire Ursus grain industry is currently managed by four companies. These four companies do not interfere with each other and are responsible for different regions. The largest and most core of these is undoubtedly [Clay Grain Industry] in Saint Jun Castle."

"[Clay Grain Industry] has monopolized the food supply for almost the entire Saint Jun Castle and the surrounding urban areas. Furthermore, during our investigation, we discovered that a large amount of farmland under Clay Grain Industry's control was 'stolen' from nearby farmers through various dirty tricks."

"Farmers with land must also sell their crops to Clay Grain. Furthermore, Clay Grain employs a number of local gangsters to control and threaten disobedient farmers."

"They buy grain at extremely low prices, and then use their monopoly power to sell it at extremely high prices in the market."

"Furthermore, Viscount Kivrey, the chairman of Clay Grain, is a capitalist aristocrat. Although he claims to be neutral, he does have some private connections and cooperation with some pro-war figures."

"and..."

Having said this, An Suo's expression gradually became embarrassed.

"It's very likely that Viscount Kiffley's subordinates are also involved in human trafficking, human organ trade, and other transactions that are absolutely prohibited in Ursus."

"According to the information we gathered from the slums in the twelve outer districts of Saint Jun Castle, before the Civilian Food Association came into being, the food in the slums was completely provided by Clay Food, and the price was extremely high, so the people in the slums could not afford it at all."

"At the time, Clay Grain issued a contract. If any family member signed it and became a 'partner' of Clay Grain, the family would immediately receive six months' worth of food rations. This attracted many parents to 'sell' themselves to save their children."

"And this 'selling' is most likely human sexual intercourse and organ trade..."

In addition to these, An Suo listed a number of crimes in detail.

Lu Yuan's expression did not change at all when he heard this. Although it seemed that there was no change, he had actually already silently memorized it in his heart.

"Mr. Lu, I think it's time for us to do something big."

Anso said.

"We have so much potatoes in stock. If we rush into the market at the right speed, it will definitely deal a heavy blow to the monopoly of Saint Jun Castle."

Lu Yuan nodded: "Let's do it."

"The Lunar New Year is less than two months away. Before the Lunar New Year, let's do something big! Our people's grain supply has been quiet for so long, it's time to take action again!"

When An Suo heard this, he immediately became excited.

"Yes! Mr. Lu!!"

"We are always ready!"

"How's the situation at the Sheriff's Office?"

Lu Yuan asked again.

“It’s progressing quite fast!”

An Suo immediately submitted another report to Lu Yuan.

When Lu Yuan saw it, a hint of joy flashed in his eyes.

"Not bad!"

The report records the overall progress of security officers.

In just two months.

Under the guidance of Dobin and a group of elite operators, the security officers of the Security Bureau have made rapid progress, especially the elite operators. They have discovered many talented young people in the Security Bureau, and these young people have gradually got on the right track after two months of training and have fully demonstrated their talents.

Moreover, after being selected and screened from many elite operators.

The elite squad of the Public Security Bureau also gradually took shape.

The ordinary security forces are also more disciplined and have a higher morale, all thanks to Dubin.

"Mr. Lu, ACE and the others have an idea they'd like me to share with you. They'd like to apply for an overseas assignment. According to ACE and the others, no amount of training will be effective. Only when you're actually on a mission and gain experience will it be useful."

When Lu Yuan heard this, he nodded in agreement.

"Then call all the elites to my office."

"Yes!"

An Suo immediately turned around and called all the captains of the elite troops of the Civilian Food Association and the directors who were in training through the loudspeaker drone.

After a while, everyone arrived at Lu Yuan's office.

I've been in Ursus for two months.

Du Bin, Huang and the others have long been accustomed to the life here, and have completely regarded Lu Yuan as their superior. They are extremely respectful and deferential to him in their attitude. At most, they will talk and laugh with him in private, like a friend.

"Mr. Lu!"

Du Bin took the lead and shouted, and everyone followed Du Bin. Even Huang, who was the most familiar and had the best relationship with Lu Yuan, restrained his lively personality at this time.

"Everyone, I've read the report from the Public Security Bureau. You've all been incredibly hardworking over the past two months. On behalf of the Minliang Association, I want to thank you all for your dedication."

Lu Yuan said with a smile, his attitude was particularly easy-going.

ACE spoke immediately.

"Mr. Lu, you are too kind. Now that we are here, we are also part of the Minliang Association. This is what we should do."