Starting Cultivation in Wasteland

Mu Yu didn’t have much contact with society, but his intelligence was online. He frowned upon hearing that, "Is the government forcibly taking the land?"

"I’m afraid not necessarily," Qu Jianlei shook his head and frowned again, a look of disgust on his face, "It’s just that crappy matter anyway."

It was clear that he really wasn’t interested in talking more.

Fourth Master nodded, "The boss is right, someone indeed is pushing this behind the scenes."

Xiang Xue was surprised upon hearing this, she glanced at him, "Why didn’t you tell me this news?"

Fourth Master glanced at her and replied lightly, "I didn’t go into detail, also worried you might not be able to hold your temper."

They say he’s someone who lives with clarity, not only can he see the myriad states of the world clearly, but he also knows what things can be done and what cannot.

Xiang Xue was dissatisfied hearing this and couldn’t help but ask, "Why would I lose my temper?"

Fourth Master answered leisurely, "Because your life has been relatively smooth, it’s normal to not be able to handle frustration, but it doesn’t matter to me."

His tone was very flat, but the bitterness in it could be heard by anyone.

Xiang Xue dismissed it with a pout; she felt she had experienced a fair share of life’s events.

Attempted assassination, kidnapping... She had gone through it all, hadn’t she?

Of course, she wouldn’t be capricious enough to refute him, only murmuring softly, "Shouldn’t we investigate this thoroughly?"

Fourth Master pursed his lips at the words and revealed a hint of a bitter smile: so young indeed.

However, he too had been like this in his youth, and it’s not surprising for Xiang Xue to say such a thing, given the pressure she’s faced recently.

Mu Yu softly replied, "With your strength, it’s quite good to protect yourselves and manage the industry here."

"With such big movements, the influence of the people behind the scenes is evident, and rash inquiries could lead to unpredictable consequences."

Her societal experience wasn’t much, but she understood the subtext in words and had basic logic.

The key is, in the eyes of the Supreme, two mere A-levels are truly insignificant.

If there is a Supreme on the opposite side, they might not even need to act personally; just a word and many people would be willing to take action.

For Xiang Xue, these words were somewhat piercing—she was ultimately a bit proud.

But Fourth Master nodded in agreement, "The senior is right, I was thinking at least wait for the old capital to return..."

"In that case, at least we could take some risks and gamble, otherwise, the best choice is to maintain the current situation."

Mu Yu nodded at the words. Although she hadn’t had much contact with Bentley, she had heard a lot from the Paranoid.

"He indeed has the power to ambush the Supreme; your choice is quite rational."

Fourth Master smiled helplessly, "I ultimately come from the army and am used to imagining the worst in things."

"It’s pretty good," the Paranoid finally had the mood to join in, "Your boss also has the trait of being broad-minded in expectations."

"Alright," Qu Jianlei spoke, "Tell me how things transpired."

There wasn’t much to say about the process; the news about the government wanting to seize land had been out a year earlier.

As mentioned before, the Imperial’s territory is indeed vast, making land seizures not very common.

The government proposed the slogan "Rectify industry trends, create a beautiful Paradise" as an excuse to integrate Yunwu Mountain’s tourism industry.

The slogan wasn’t used for long, and later wasn’t much promoted; people thought it was just passing.

Unexpectedly, half a year ago, the government suddenly started execution.

Various merchants of Yunwu Mountain only realized then that the early actions were just whispers, now they’ve come straight to the point!

As for things like hearings? They’re unnecessary! The Imperial acts straightforwardly and generally doesn’t engage in such fooling public things.

With the Imperial’s vast territory, even though it’s not under the Great Righteous Mansion structure, the government must maintain a strong stance.

Public opinion... doesn’t exist, unless faced with major events.

A mere Yunwu Mountain scenic spot, with just a hundred billion worth of businesses, really doesn’t count as a major event.

Then follows the government’s repurchase of the land and facilities, the basic scheme is a swap, with a certain premium.

Imperial doesn’t lack anything but land, even on a prosperous and developed planet like Paradise Star.

The majority of the population is concentrated in urban circles; of course, it’s bustling, and land abundance is certain.

But most merchants are unwilling; where can land compare to a famous scenic spot? Even a premium doesn’t help.

It’s a legacy business that doesn’t lack for necessities; relocating elsewhere, how is future profitability assured?

When Qu Jianlei engaged in homestays, he didn’t primarily aim for high returns, but to find a good investment direction to move to Paradise.

But they weren’t doing charity; they did careful screening when investing.

Homestays are low-profile with little trouble and can guarantee a certain income, which was why they were chosen.

Facts proved that their investment was quite successful; the first year didn’t earn much, but profits soared in the second and third years.

After three years, the homestay’s ability to rake in money had gained some fame in Yunwu Mountain’s tourism circle.

At this point, the government wanting to forcibly swap, apart from whether it’s acceptable psychologically, it doesn’t make sense emotionally!

If they really agreed obediently to the land seizure, others would wonder: How could these people be so agreeable?

In fact, Xiang Xue couldn’t possibly agree to have her cash cow forcibly taken away... She had never suffered such a loss since childhood!

Let alone when the boss returns in the future, she won’t have the face to explain!

The government knows this family is hard to deal with, so the conditions offered were slightly better than others.

When the Fourth Master arrived, apart from an additional A-level, it was considered that this family were typical Homeland Star investment immigrants.

Such representative figures deserve a bit more... but only a bit more, otherwise others might complain.

Later, the locals discovered there were experts among them, though currently absent, so the offer price was raised again.

However, at the highest offer, what was proposed was a 1.5 times premium with land equal replacement, with the premium part paid in cash.

No doubt, that was only at the "highest offer", yet now the inn has become one of the few remaining thorns, so the government naturally wants to suppress them.

— If you don’t appreciate our gesture, don’t blame us for being rude.

Actually, the key is that the other high-tier awakeners in the legend haven’t appeared.

Currently, the government has surrounded the inn, temporarily not banning tourist entry or exit, but all ingress and egress are subject to inspection.

And that’s quite enough, tourists are not eager to hassle with such troubles.

Moreover, the inn is high-class, with top-notch facilities and security, commanding some of the top accommodation rates in the tourist area.

So business recently... well, there really isn’t any business, yet they still need to pay salaries for those outsourced services.

Presently it’s tourist peak season, but the inn has had ten days of all exits and no entries.

At this point, Xiang Xue’s teeth were itching with anger, "They even said this is just a small warning."

"They aren’t wrong," Qu Jianlei nodded calmly, "It really is just a small warning."

Such tactics are effective, but against those firmly intent on not selling their assets, they aren’t as effective.

Can the government besiege for ten to eighteen days, or for one or two months, or even one or two years or more?

Especially in a society with extraordinary powers, forced buying and selling is truly not that hard.

"Extreme pressure tactics, just like when they tried to take our land on Homeland Star... They want to see who you can actually bring out!"

He couldn’t help but frown at this point, "It really is Gemini Star... why do they love taking land so much?"

Xiang Xue’s eyebrows furrowed slightly, "So we can only give them a small warning?"

She really wasn’t satisfied with this approach; over the past six months, resentment has been building up, she’s about ready to explode.

"I didn’t say that," Qu Jianlei shook his head, "First, find out what people are actually behind this."

Xiang Xue nodded upon hearing this, "That’s the boss I know; whatever they try to gain from us, we’ll make them spit it back out!"

"That’s a good suggestion!" Big Head Butterfly turned his body, "Compensation, make the black hand pay heavily!"

"We’ll see what happens," Qu Jianlei didn’t make a definitive statement.

In the past, he wouldn’t spare any opponent, but the experience on Purple Star made him realize that killing might not be the best option.

After all, there is never an absolutely optimal solution; decisions must be made based on the specific environment.

In places with good order, moderate deterrence is quite effective—at least for business people, it is.

No one doesn’t long for a stable life, Qu Jianlei has truly become weary from all the running.

Of course, those opponents who weren’t eliminated remain potential threats, but where in this world is absolutely safe?

To lead a stable life, he must attempt to survive in a low-risk environment, just like operating equipment with "conditions."

But this is also quite good, maintaining vigilance prevents one’s life from being corroded by comfort.

Really, the conditions on Paradise Star are quite favorable, with a high return rate on investment, which is why he cherishes this place.

Following this, everyone recounted various situations since their separation, and it became dinner time.

Xiao Qin had long arranged for the meal to be prepared, and she thoroughly understood Qu Jianlei’s tastes.

The group hadn’t eaten and drunk for more than ten minutes when a vague momentum came from outside the inn.

Then, a voice came, not loud but with immense penetration, also very clear, as if speaking nearby.

"I am Terry, heard there is a Supreme friend here, care to show yourself for a meeting!"

The voice didn’t seem to have any harm, yet those with lower cultivation level who heard it still felt a shiver through their body.

This behavior can’t be considered provocative, but also definitely isn’t friendly, at least not treating ordinary people as important.

Terry is one of Paradise’s three Guardian Supremes; having heard of a Supreme appearing at the inn, he came to understand the situation.

As for his somewhat reckless way of doing things, apart from ignoring ordinary people, it indeed carries a hint of intimidation.

— You’ve come to my turf, and I have to come to see you; you think you’re so great?

Yet, in the next moment, deep within the inn, a wild momentum suddenly erupted.

An idea directly exploded in his mind, "Get out!"

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