Big Data Cultivation

Chapter 515: Chapter 515 What is Professional

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With Yang Yuxin around, acting like a third wheel, Zhang Caixin felt somewhat dissatisfied in her heart.

However, this dissatisfaction she could only keep to herself, after all, nothing had happened between her and Feng Jun, while the relationship between her sister and him was well-known to everyone.

In fact, the presence of Yang Yuxin was like having an all-around talent for Feng Jun.

This time, Feng Jun drove directly to Chaoyang in Xu Leigang’s Jeep Wrangler, which had a very spacious body, allowing both women to sit in the back.

Shortly after the journey began, Yang Yuxin asked, “Master, have you fully understood all the procedures involved in this land contracting?”

Feng Jun was not new to land contracting and was familiar with the procedures. He nodded, “The transfer process of Luohua Manor was handled by me… I’m fairly clear on it.”

In strict terms, the transfer of the Manor wasn’t actually finalized by him—it was mainly handled by the previous owner, Li Ning, who was very clear about these matters and had good local operations, resulting in a very smooth and fast transfer process.

However, Feng Jun felt that since he had witnessed it, he wouldn’t be fooled by the general circumstances, so he wasn’t very concerned about the details—after all, most of his thoughts were on figuring out how to create an unstoppable situation.

Once the situation was formed, he could consider how to let Hu Changqing bow out smoothly and without making waves.

Of course, even if he wasn’t interested in these matters, he had made arrangements… With several billion in investment, “Teacher Mei recommended a lawyer to me, a student’s parent of hers, who is currently working with Li Xiaobin.”

“A lawyer?” Yang Yuxin blinked, “I don’t think that’s very reliable. How about I help you hire a judge instead?”

A judge… Feng Jun’s mouth twitched at the thought that people with resources indeed make uncommon moves: others hire lawyers to oversee contracts, but she’s suggesting hiring a judge, “How are they different?”

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“Lawyers are responsible for interpreting the law, while judges are responsible for explaining the law,” answered Yang Yuxin lightly.

Perhaps feeling that her answer was a bit disrespectful, she paused and then elaborated, “Lawyers can quibble over the wording of statutes, an area where judges are inferior, but compared to lawyers, judges are more aware of the troubles you might encounter that are not specified in the statutes.”

Feng Jun was taken aback before asking, “Are you saying that judges are better at considering human factors?”

“Exactly,” confirmed Yang Yuxin with a nod, “In theory, lawyers are biased, while judges are unbiased… and in practical terms, judges understand risk avoidance better than lawyers.”

Feng Jun was silent for a while before asking, “A judge from the capital?”

“There’s no need,” Yang Yuxin shook her head decisively, “In fact, many human factors are the result of local policies and regulations. Hiring a judge from the capital is not only costly but also not very meaningful. I can consult a local judge from your province.”

Feng Jun admired her silent reasoning internally. Casting aside any scorn for those who feed on the system, those in high positions truly do have an exceptional perspective.

He didn’t believe that hiring a judge as a consultant would bring about a fundamental turning point—after all, the real play is outside the game. But he understood the principle of being prepared for any eventuality and was grateful for her reminder.

But Zhang Caixin seemed to resist this idea—or perhaps it was just resistance to Yang Yuxin as a person. She questioned doubtfully, “Sister Yang, are you suggesting that lawyers understand the law better than judges… Is that possible?”

“Of course, it’s possible,” Yang Yuxin answered bluntly, “Just ask President Feng.”

Feng Jun smiled silently to himself, thinking how this naive Xiao Caixin can be somewhat naïve, “Lawyers may know more, but it’s the judges who make the rulings.”

He didn’t want to elaborate further, glancing at Yang Yuxin through the rear-view mirror, “Thank you for your help.”

Yang Yuxin smiled back at him lightly, “It’s no trouble. Since I’m with you, I’ll certainly make sure everything is handled perfectly.”

Feng Jun arrived in Chaoyang at a little past four in the afternoon, and after sitting in his family’s small shop for an hour, he had to leave as too many people, many of whom he was not very familiar with, had come by, all assuming an attitude of “I always had high hopes for you, you should be doing this by now”.

These matters Feng Jun preferred to leave to his parents’ discretion—while his dad and mom were still well and alive, it wasn’t his place to make decisions about the house.

His parents were kind-hearted but not pushovers and handled such matters with considerable wisdom.

Anyway, if his parents expressed a wish to help someone, he would certainly put in the effort—that was the best way to give his parents face.

As for people they ignored, he had no interest in getting to know them.

Moreover, now that he had returned, not only had he brought someone along, but there were also many others who had to circle around him.

Therefore, he didn’t stay at home but instead continued to stay at the Forestry Guesthouse, where he booked the only presidential suite.

That evening, in the Purple Bamboo Hall, Feng Jun hosted two tables of guests: one was led by Li Xiaobin, consisting of middle school classmates, and the other was led by Dou Jiahui, who had specifically come back from Yunyuan City, made up of elementary school classmates.

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However, at these two tables, he just briefly took a seat. He also opened a private room, waiting for County Chief Chi’s arrival.

His classmates had no complaints. Back in the day, Feng Jun was a person of note in the class. His willingness to join them now, putting the county chief aside, already showed a great deal of camaraderie.

After a round of eating and drinking, he went to the private room with Li Xiaobin and Dou Jiahui. Yang Yuxin and Zhang Caixin were sitting there, slightly bored. Director Deng of the Forestry Bureau was keeping them company, but in the face of two beauties, he didn’t know what to say.

If it were other beauties, Director Deng wouldn’t have hesitated to tell some risqué jokes, which he was quite good at.

But with these two, he really didn’t dare. They were from big cities, and following Feng Jun, who even President Chao needed to coax, how could he dare to be reckless?

Isn’t that so? When County Chief Chi entertains guests, he usually does it at the county government guesthouse, but now he even comes to the Forestry Guesthouse to meet people.

Chi Zhijie arrived rather late, at seven-thirty, and as soon as he arrived, he smiled and punished himself with a drink, “I was held up with a meeting in the county, President Feng, I’ll drink a cup as an apology.”

Director Deng looked at County Chief Chi and then at Feng Jun, feeling somewhat melancholic inside: The nephew of Feng Wencheng… had sunk to this level?

Chaoyang County is in need of university graduates, but not that desperately. It’s rare to have a top scorer in the county’s exams, but there’s still one every year, which certainly makes more than county chiefs.

In fact, even including Yunyuan City’s top scorers, the only person younger than County Chief Chi who could make him this courteous, was only this one.

At the dinner table, it was customary not to discuss official business in detail. Anyway, the general intentions had already been set. After chatting for a while about anecdotes and interesting stories, County Chief Chi brought up the processing industry entrusted by Mou Miao and then led the conversation to Chaoyang’s tourism industry.

Feng Jun then restated that he wasn’t much interested in tourism, although he was now eager to push forward with the contracting deal. However, changing his mind too easily could arouse suspicion.

After eating and drinking their fill, County Chief Chi mentioned that they had been clamping down on discipline recently, so he wouldn’t continue to entertain him. But this was also his hometown, where he surely wouldn’t lack for company in eating, drinking, and entertainment.

As he left, he made a special point to say, “The city leaders and some senior leaders are very supportive of this matter; without their concern, the efficiency wouldn’t be so high… Assistant Li is also well aware of this.”

However, that evening, Feng Jun did not discuss the matter with Li Xiaobin. After sending off County Chief Chi, he went to sing at a KTV with his classmates, and they even split into two private rooms—one for junior high classmates and one for elementary school classmates.

He was returning home in triumph, yet he didn’t want to become too estranged from his classmates. After all, he couldn’t return many times a year. It was good to just reminisce about old times together.

The next morning, Feng Jun made a formal visit to the county government, and the negotiation regarding the contract officially began.

At noon, the legal advisor invited by Yang Yuxin arrived. The old man had been a judge at the city’s central court and had retired last year. Currently, he worked as a part-time legal consultant and held considerable prestige in the city’s circles.

The old man was very enthusiastic towards Yang Yuxin but somewhat indifferent towards Feng Jun until Yang Yuxin hinted several times, and then his attitude softened slightly.

He was very familiar with land contracting and pointed out several deficiencies in the preliminary negotiations led by Li Xiaobin.

For example, contracting land needed to follow bidding procedures, which the county had not prepared at all.

Li Xiaobin defended by saying that there wasn’t a second party interested in participating in the auction, and not everyone could afford the lump-sum payment. The county did suggest we could rig the bidding, but I don’t think it’s appropriate.

Rigging the bid is certainly inappropriate! The old judge agreed with this point. He knew his responsibility was to prevent Feng Jun from being shortchanged, so he also expressed that such matters, once someone raked up the past, could bring plenty of trouble.

Whether they were for or against, he criticized them all, and Li Xiaobin had to explain that the contracting agreement would be finalized through a collective decision, which was also an endorsement from the county—it was an organizational decision.

The old judge immediately pointed out that an organizational decision from the county was useless… At this level, decisions made by the county are easily questioned—at least the relevant city leaders and main leaders should endorse it.

Of course, the city might not necessarily overturn the county’s decision, but Yang Yuxin had invited him to control the situation and take preemptive measures. He would point out all potential issues one by one,

In fact, he believed that for the decision to be troubles-free, it would need to be collectively passed by the county team and specially approved by the province.

The old judge made it very clear, “You might think that the contracting fees are high, very fair… but doing such things privately locally is too susceptible to interest transfer.”

“Now you think the contracting fees are high, but what about ten years from now? I believe that our country’s land prices will continue to rise…”

“By then, some people will think you paid too little, and the county leaders will have changed several times over… Later leaders overturning the decisions of their predecessors doesn’t need much pressure.”

“I’ve dealt with too many cases like this—some are problems of government decrees changing overnight, but quite a few are also those contractors who look for loopholes, wanting a bargain, daring to contract even without complete procedures… It’s the bold who get ahead, right?”

“Really think the country’s benefits are so easy to take advantage of? Cut…”