Wasteland Border Inspector - Chapter 953

Chapter 953: Chapter 303: Investment Reform and Generous Rewards! (3)

Some tax revenue must be left from local construction to support infrastructure iteration; it’s impossible to let factories take all the profits and squeeze the scarce resources of the satellite towns.

However, there is one most important guess that he didn’t voice out:

Ultimately, the self-sustaining economic cycle will have an end. Once the population dividend of a million people is exhausted, the next step in development must expand outward.

By then, the heavy responsibility of expansion will fall on the Inspector.

Every satellite town seems like a contract system, but it actually allows the Inspector to run their own force.

Not only must they review project admissions, oversee fund usage, but also handle product sales because sales stability is essential to stabilize factory income and local tax revenue.

But saying these things now to Liu Bi and Matthew Lee would indeed be too complex.

The satellite towns need much time to develop to the envisioned stage, but designing the big framework must leap out of the current moment, seeing the trends three, five years into the future.

Cheng Ye can comprehend all this because he stands on the “shoulders of giants” of modern economic theory.

If it were his former self, he might not even understand the basic economic cycle.

“What you’re saying is a bit dizzying to me. Anyway, you handle the final investments.”

Liu Bi grinned, scratching his head, “These three tasks seem fine to me; no significant risks, just right for practice as the first fieldwork. If you’re sure, I’ll gradually transfer the work to Matthew Lee, and we leave early tomorrow?”

“Ah, not so rush. Let’s go the morning after tomorrow.”

Cheng Ye hurriedly waved his hand, “I have to go back to the Buffer Zone tonight; the land for the fish processing plant is finalized, need to return to sign the agreement; then, also visit the Inner City once to apply with the institute… bring Yu Yong along, see if the approval can be obtained.”

“Bring him?” Liu Bi curled his lips, “Alright, you indeed don’t feel comfortable leaving him in Dapo Town, right?”

“It’s not entirely that.” Cheng Ye pursed his lips, “If I leave, he’d have to return to the institute’s shelter, but previously he discussed with Happiness City that the remaining days will be spent regaining freedom with me. Since I promised, I must keep my word.”

“Spoken well!” Liu Bi nodded approvingly, reached out to pat Cheng Ye’s shoulder, his mind jumping again, “After your height recovery, you look much more coordinated, but still a bit small. If you want to find a suitable partner in the future, you’ll need more training…”

“Ahem, let’s stop there.”

Seeing Matthew Lee already chuckling quietly on the side, Cheng Ye quickly shook his head, “I don’t have time to think about romance right now. Besides, if I end up like my dad, forming a family and then neglecting it, I can’t do that.”

“Well, Brother B doesn’t rush you, but your Sister Luo nags me every day.” Liu Bi grimaced.

As soon as the words fell, the three laughed together.

Perhaps only during such relaxed moments do they remember that Cheng Ye is merely a young man not yet 20, with his 20th birthday coming next January.

But his maturity and steadiness far exceed that of his peers, making it hard to associate him with the label of youth.

After inspecting Dongping Town, Cheng Ye got into an off-road vehicle to return to Dapo Town, and after gathering the relevant materials, hurriedly went to the Buffer Zone.

“Mu Shuang.”

“Hey.”

“After I leave, you’ll be free to go anywhere you want.” Cheng Ye looked at the Wilderness passing outside the window and slowly spoke, “If you don’t want to come back, that’s also okay; I’ll file an application with the station chief.”

“Are you concerned… that I’m Director Liu’s assistant?” Mu Shuang stared straight ahead, voice light, with a slight hint of nervousness.

“No,” Cheng Ye joked jovially, “I’ve read your file, you used to be the Fire Ghost King in the Ruins of Chuan City; that’s quite the prestige.”

As soon as these words were spoken.

Mu Shuang’s previously serious expression turned red in an instant, somewhat awkwardly saying, “That’s all in the past. Now the Hundred Ghosts Gang is merging into No.1 Satellite City, the Ruins of Chuan City no longer have a place for them.”

“Honestly, following me is really stifling for you.”

Cheng Ye retracted his gaze and said seriously, “You’re inherently suited for exploration, letting you idle in Dapo Town is a true waste of talent.”

Mu Shuang and Jiang Chuan are distinctly different personalities.

But in front of him, Mu Shuang has to suppress her nature, trying to emulate Jiang Chuan’s calm working style, making her feel restricted.

“But I don’t have anywhere to go…” Mu Shuang paused, tone carrying some regret, “Director Liu’s days of needing an assistant are over. If you let me go, I’d just be back in the Buffer Zone, waiting to do odd jobs, equally meaningless. Truthfully, during this time in Dapo Town, I’ve found that simple and plain is truly living.”

“Then you’d better think it through.”

Cheng Ye raised an eyebrow, his tone carrying a hint of expectation, “In the future, I might find a new assistant and assign you to a more important position, letting you help me explore new fields.”

“Really?” Mu Shuang’s eyes lit up instantly, her tone difficult to hide excitement, “That’s great! Jiang Chuan came over a few days ago and said staying by your side means definitely having important things for me to do.”

“Hm?” Cheng Ye couldn’t help but laugh, “Didn’t you just say, simple and plain is truly living?”

“Living is supposed to be that way, calm is necessary, but excitement is indispensable!”

Mu Shuang argued eloquently, “Your abilities are so strong that being your assistant now means nothing to handle; as long as one can drive, run errands, they’re qualified, and there are tons of people like that at the checkpoint, really uninteresting.”