364: Chapter 364 Cooperative Resettlement Center Determined

“Ladies and gentlemen, the list is out. I will now announce the final results.”

Gu Qingyi read through the list.

“Wait, I have a question.” After she finished reading the results, someone stood up and shouted.

“Please speak,” Gu Qingyi made a gesture for him to proceed.

“What are your selection criteria? From what I estimate, there are many Settlements that meet the conditions among those who applied, right?”

“The list is determined by the system; we cannot intervene manually,” Gu Qingyi explained.

“Programs are all written by people. I don’t accept that reason!” the man said.

“Does anyone else have such a question?” Gu Qingyi coldly swept her gaze across the other people present.

“Yes!”

“Yes!”

Many people responded.

Originally, Gu Qingyi did not want to explain, but now that many people had questions, the situation was different.

“Alright then, I’ll briefly introduce the screening process. The system will first screen based on your city and population size, and those that don’t meet the conditions will be excluded. Then, 25 slots will be selected in sequence through a lottery.”

“Please note, when I say ‘in sequence,’ I mean the system will first draw the first one, then the second. If the second Settlement is from the same city as the first, the draw result is invalid, and it will be redrawn. This continues until the 25th Settlement is produced. Has everyone understood?” Gu Qingyi finished her introduction according to the pre-prepared script, then asked.

Why did Gu Qingyi not introduce the real screening process, but choose to lie instead?

That was because random selection was fair to everyone; whether one was chosen or not depended entirely on luck, and no one could complain.

The man nodded after hearing Gu Qingyi’s description, indicating his agreement.

The others also said no more.

However, everyone understood another thing in their hearts, which was that having all Settlements in their city apply was the correct approach. Because by doing so, the probability of being drawn would increase.

But in reality, the system’s selection method had nothing to do with the number of applications.

After the slots were confirmed, those who were not selected left dejectedly.

The remaining 25 Person in charge were basically the Mayors of various cities.

Upon seeing this situation, everyone revealed an expression of understanding:

“Random selection? Are you kidding me? All the randomly selected ones are Settlements where the Mayor is located? This is too unscientific.”

Therefore, it was not easy to completely deceive these shrewd individuals.

However, it was meaningless to say these things now; since they had all been selected, it was better to keep quiet.

Next, everyone signed the contracts in turn and left happily.

After the second batch of cooperative Settlements was confirmed, they had largely covered the more important cities nationwide, which would be a milestone step for the Huatong Chamber of Commerce.

Once these 30 branches were all constructed and put into operation, the main transportation network and communication network covering Huaguo would be completed simultaneously.

The next step would be to perfect the branches and spread to other cities and Settlements.

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September 8, 2055.

10:00 AM.

Hanzhong Province, Jingmen City, Baisha Shelter.

“Chairman Niu, welcome, welcome!” Mayor Xu strode up to Niu Xingwang and shook his hand warmly.

“Mayor Xu, I apologize for my unannounced visit,” Niu Xingwang said with a smile.

“Chairman Niu, what are you saying? You are a busy man; we can’t even invite you here. Please, come in!” Mayor Xu was very enthusiastic.

Niu Xingwang, led by Mayor Xu, arrived at the Mayor’s office.

“Mayor Xu, I’m here today because I have some matters I’d like to hear your opinion on,” Niu Xingwang got straight to the point.

Given his current standing, there was no need for false pleasantries anymore.

“Oh? Chairman Niu, please speak,” Mayor Xu was ready to listen patiently.

“It’s like this: our Chamber of Commerce plans to launch a project for producing crystalss. I wonder if Mayor Xu is interested?” Niu Xingwang said.

“Oh? Ah? Chairman Niu, are you saying… producing… crystalss?” Mayor Xu was a little surprised and somewhat confused.

Aren’t crystalss produced from zombie brains? How are they produced?

“Yes, that’s right! To be precise, it’s farming…” Niu Xingwang said.

“Do it!” Before Niu Xingwang’s words had even fully fallen, Mayor Xu stood up decisively and responded firmly.

“Mayor Xu, aren’t you going to listen to what kind of project it is, and if it’s profitable?” Niu Xingwang was a little amused.

“No need to listen. Chairman Niu, just tell me, do you need houses or land? People are fine too. In short, whatever you say to do, we’ll do it!” Mayor Xu’s words were powerful and resonant.

“Mayor Xu, isn’t your decision too hasty?” Niu Xingwang was surprised.

“Not hasty! Chairman Niu, I have absolutely given this deep thought; it’s absolutely not hasty!” Mayor Xu repeatedly assured him.

“Alright! I was planning to hear his opinion. The matter hasn’t even been discussed, and he’s already agreed,” Niu Xingwang shook his head, thinking helplessly.