novelraw Chapter 526 : There_s Something I Need You to Do
Chapter 526 : There_s Something I Need You to Do
Chapter 526: There's Something I Need You to Do
In the conference room, several company executives were silently digesting Chen Fan's vision for the future residential complex.
To be honest, in 2004, if a town were to build something according to Chen Fan's plans, it would undoubtedly be considered a luxurious residential area, not just in Nansu Town, but even in the entire Yunhai City.
At this time, most developers hadn't yet grasped concepts like livability and comfort. Their goal was simply to acquire land, build buildings, and quickly recover their investment.
The residential complex concept proposed by Chen Fan not only had well-designed houses but also boasted top-notch landscaping and environment.
Living in such a complex would definitely be much more comfortable than those bare, square concrete houses.
However, there always had to be someone to raise objections.
Guo Wendong was the only one familiar with Chen Fan and dared to speak his mind.
"Boss, with all due respect, if this plan were for Yunhai, I'd wholeheartedly support it. But..."
"We're building in Nansu Town. Where is Nansu Town? It's a remote town on the outskirts of Yunhai City, with barely any decent residential areas around. Even if we build houses as beautiful as flowers, we might not be able to sell them."
"Whether it's the elevator installation you mentioned or the subsequent suggestions, they will undoubtedly increase our financial pressure."
"Moreover, if we truly follow your requirements, when it comes time for pre-sales, we'll have to raise the prices even further, which will only make it harder to sell."
Guo Wendong emphasized that this was construction in Nansu Town. Even if they built all the houses as villas, how many people would be willing to come here to buy and live?
Chen Fan looked at Guo Wendong with appreciation.
Honestly, he didn't like subordinates who only flattered.
Subordinates like Guo Wendong who dared to speak their minds were the ones he admired.
However, Chen Fan couldn't really explain this matter directly to him.
He couldn't just tell him that in a year or two, Yunhai would focus on developing Nansu Town, turning it into a transportation hub connecting the surrounding districts, counties, and neighboring cities, could he?
Another point, Chen Fan glanced at the map.
Next to this residential area, there was currently a large wasteland.
But soon, this area would be designated as Nansu No.1 Middle School, and all the elementary schools from the surrounding towns would be relocated here.
From elementary school to junior high and then to high school, in just a few short years, Nansu No.1 Middle School would become one of the top three key schools in Yunhai City.
And the residential complex Chen Fan was building was less than a kilometer in a straight line from Nansu No.1 Middle School.
You could say that once you left the complex gate, walked along the road for a bit, and turned a corner, you'd be there.
If this didn't count as a school district property, what would?
Guo Wendong was worried that if the complex was designed too luxuriously, it would be hard to sell later.
But Chen Fan wasn't worried at all.
Soon, several state-owned enterprises from Yunhai City would relocate to Nansu Town according to policy to drive local development.
In these times, state-owned enterprise employees were definitely among the first potential customers to buy houses.
Chen Fan couldn't tell Guo Wendong all these inside details.
So he could only give his reasons with a straight face.
"This is the company's first project, it must be perfect. Even if we earn a little less, we need to establish Qifan Construction's reputation."
"Once we have a reputation, we won't have to worry about selling our future houses."
"But..."
Chen Fan's reasoning obviously couldn't convince everyone. Guo Wendong wanted to say more, but was interrupted by Chen Fan's raised hand.
"That's it then. Do as I said."
Guo Wendong sighed helplessly.
There was no choice, after all, he was the boss.
Xu Qiuci closed her notebook and, as she was leaving with Guo Wendong, secretly glanced at Chen Fan.
Chen Fan sat in his chair, leisurely drinking water. Sunlight poured through the floor-to-ceiling windows onto him, seeming to wrap him in a layer of golden light.
He was even a year younger than her.
Yet when facing a group of company executives in their 30s, 40s, and even 50s, Chen Fan could still remain confident, assertive, and eloquent...
This was a side of Chen Fan that Xu Qiuci had never seen before.
To be honest, at that moment, Chen Fan was truly charismatic.
Participating in company affairs was rare, most of the time, Chen Fan preferred to let his subordinates handle things themselves.
These days, he spent more time enjoying the precious moments alone with Su Ruochu.
In September, Su Ruochu would report to Beijing to start her three-year graduate studies.
With just over a month left, the couple cherished this time together.
They would wake up early for breakfast together, go shopping together, visit the farmers' market to buy groceries, then return home to cook, or cuddle on the sofa watching TV. At night, they would sit on the balcony watching the stars and dreaming about the future.
Their life was no different from that of newlyweds.
On this day, Chen Fan drove Su Ruochu to the Medal Club. Previously, due to graduation and then returning home for engagement, both had stopped their regular exercise routine.
Today, Su Ruochu suddenly felt like picking it up again.
So Chen Fan suggested going to the club, and Su Ruochu agreed.
The security guards at the entrance had long since memorized Chen Fan's car and license plate.
They opened the gates from afar, and Chen Fan drove directly to the club building.
After getting out, he tossed the keys to a nearby security guard.
"Is Manager Ding here?"
"Manager Ding is accompanying some diamond card members."
"Then don't disturb her, I'll just look around."
"Yes, sir."
Chen Fan turned to Su Ruochu: "What do you want to try?"
Su Ruochu felt a bit embarrassed in front of the staff.
The reason she suggested coming to the club today was because she had gained some weight staying at home with Chen Fan these days.
It was really because Chen Fan's cooking was too good, and she couldn't help but eat more every time.
Su Ruochu was worried that gaining too much weight would affect her figure, so she suggested coming here.
"I... want to go to the yoga studio."
Chen Fan smiled and waved over a staff member.
"Accompany her to the yoga studio. No need to alert the manager or arrange for a one-on-one instructor. Just let Miss Su practice normally with the group."
"Alright."
Seeing Feng Pojun, who had received the news, walking over from a distance, Chen Fan smiled and instructed Su Ruochu.
"You go ahead first, call me when you're ready to leave."
"Okay."
After watching Su Ruochu leave, Chen Fan turned to Feng Pojun.
"Boss."
"Mm."
Chen Fan glanced to the side, and Feng Pojun understood immediately, following him to a secluded spot nearby.
Chen Fan spoke, "There's something I need you to do for me."
"Find a few trusted confidants and help me investigate someone."
Feng Pojun's expression immediately turned serious.
"Please instruct me, boss. Do you have any information on this person?"
Chen Fan suddenly felt a bit embarrassed.
"This matter... might be quite difficult."
"Because I know very little about him, almost nothing, in fact."
Feng Pojun was stunned.
What did that mean?