Douluo: A Century-old Legend I Am the Second Uncle Chenxin

Chapter 703: Industrialization of the Five Southern Counties (Part )
After a long time.

Xue Churan nodded gently after hearing this. "As for the third matter, regarding the handling of the old site and property of Tianlangmen, what do you think?"

At the beginning, the Chen family had discussed with the government that the spoils of war from the Sirius Clan would belong to the Chen family, but the ownership of some industries and real estate was still under discussion.

Chen Cong smiled slightly, pointed at Chen Xiaojun beside him and said: "Churan, you have met Xiaojun. He has quite some insights on industrial layout. You might as well listen to his ideas."

Xue Churan was slightly surprised, then nodded and said, "Okay, I also want to hear the opinions of this talented young man from the Chen family."

Chen Cong turned to Chen Xiaojun and encouraged him, "Xiaojun, you heard it. Lord Xue came to ask us about the arrangement of Tianlang Sect's industry. If you have any ideas in your mind, feel free to speak freely."

Upon hearing this, Chen Xiaojun bowed deeply to Xue Churan again and said earnestly and respectfully, "Your Highness, as far as I know, you are not only the lord of Chang'an City, but also the deputy governor of Fasno Province. You have the power to guide and dispatch the five southwestern counties, right?"

Xue Churan nodded slightly and answered affirmatively: "Indeed."

Xue Churan served as deputy governor and exercised jurisdiction over the five southern counties. The establishment of this position not only followed historical conventions but also met the needs of actual governance.

The Shero Mountains stretch across three kingdoms, and its upper reaches belong entirely to the Kingdom of Haagen-Dazs, while the Oswe Province, though located behind it, is not directly adjacent to the Shero Mountains;

The middle reaches of the mountain range are lined with the four counties of Tianlang, Chang'an, Wushan and Xingyun in the province of Fasno, and their flanks and rears are adjacent to Nottinghamshire. These areas are collectively called the Southwest Five Counties or the Southern Five Counties.
The lower reaches of the mountain range were the territory of the Kingdom of Barak.

Due to its special geographical location, the Southern Five Counties not only face the regular threat of soul beasts from the Xieluo Mountains, but also have to be vigilant against a possible war launched by the Xingluo Empire across the Xieluo Pass, even though such a war may only break out once every few decades.

Therefore, in order to effectively respond to these internal and external challenges, the post of deputy governor was established with special responsibilities and missions to unify the administration of the five southern counties in a military and political integrated manner, thus ensuring regional stability and security.

Chen Xiaojun took a deep breath and continued to elaborate: "The position of deputy governor not only shoulders the important task of military dispatch of the five southern counties, but also plays a key role in promoting economic development."

"Against this background, perhaps we can consider the arrangement of the Tianlangmen industry from a more macro and strategic perspective."

Xue Churan raised her eyebrows slightly, showing great interest, "Oh? In your opinion, what strategies can you teach me?"

Chen Xiaojun smiled modestly, then changed the subject, and said, "How dare I teach you, it's just that I have some superficial views."

“For a city or county to develop, it is first and foremost necessary to clarify the country’s position in that area and to empower the city based on that position.”

"In short, it is to comply with the country's strategic planning."

Just this one sentence revealed his profound understanding of urban governance, and made everyone present feel his extraordinary wisdom.

Xue Churan's eyes flashed with admiration, and her voice was full of excitement. "City empowerment and national positioning, these two words are really far-sighted and far-sighted. Now, I am very much looking forward to hearing your specific strategy."

Chen Xiaojun smiled slightly, "Since Your Highness is so kind, I will speak frankly. If there is anything inappropriate, please feel free to correct me."

Xue Churan waved her hands impatiently, "Stop talking nonsense and get straight to the point. I want to hear your opinion."

Chen Xiaojun was shocked by her straightforwardness and sighed in his heart: "This person has a really strong personality."

His expression remained calm. After a moment of hesitation, he quickly organized his thoughts and began to elaborate: "Your Highness, a country's positioning means its status and the degree of investment the empire has made in it." "For example, Hanhai City is positioned as a hub for maritime trade. It is the intersection of the continent and the ocean. Its trade function far exceeds its military value."

"And our Chang'an City is the metropolitan city in the southwest of the empire, a national central city, and even the most important city in the western part of the empire, without a doubt."

“It is not only a key military preparation town, but also a key location for trade and transportation between the two countries, which means we have both a military foundation and a commercial foundation.”

"However, the future of Chang'an City should not be limited to this. I would like to suggest that Chang'an City should further expand its urban functional positioning, especially move towards manufacturing."

Xue Churan frowned, "Manufacturing? Don't we already have quite a few workshops in Chang'an City?"

Chen Xiaojun continued, "Your Highness, the manufacturing industry I am referring to is not the traditional workshop production."

"It refers to the era of large-scale industry, which uses various resources, including materials, energy, equipment, technology, information and manpower, to produce large tools, industrial products and consumer goods through efficient manufacturing processes according to market demand."

"Manufacturing is the main body of the national economy, the foundation of the country, the tool for the country's prosperity, and the basis for the country's strength."

"If we want Chang'an to become a manufacturing center, our current workshop system is far from enough."

Xue Churan raised her eyebrows when she heard this, revealing some interest and confusion: "National central city? Manufacturing industry? This concept is quite novel."

“Although there are many workshops in Chang’an City, what else needs to be done to become a true manufacturing center?”

Chen Xiaojun took the opportunity to make an in-depth analysis: "Your Highness is right. If Chang'an City wants to be at the forefront of the manufacturing industry, it needs to start from resource integration, technological innovation, talent training and other aspects, and build a complete industrial chain system, so as to lead the trend and achieve great things."

Xue Churan raised one eyebrow slightly, stretched out her right hand elegantly, palm facing up, and made a sincere gesture of asking for advice. She looked at Chen Xiaojun with a smile on her face, "Then Young Master Chen, what can you teach me?"

Chen Xiaojun bowed slightly to show his respect, "I don't deserve it. A few days ago, our Chen family submitted a plan to start a medicinal materials trading market to Your Highness. I believe Your Highness has already reviewed it."

Xue Churan nodded, with a hint of appreciation in her eyes, "Indeed, I have read your plan in detail, and I strongly support it."

"Moreover, you generously gave me a 15% share of the City Lord's Mansion, which made me and my colleagues in the government office very satisfied."

At this point, a satisfied smile appeared on her lips.

Of course I am satisfied. If the medicinal materials market can develop, it will surely activate many related industries, create huge profits, provide a large number of employment opportunities, and significantly enhance the reputation of Chang'an City.

Anyone with eyesight can see this benefit.

What is even more exciting is that the considerable tax revenue and additional share income will greatly enhance the financial strength of the city government, which is undoubtedly a remarkable political achievement.

Moreover, this is the proposal submitted by the First Family. With the support of the City Lord for the Chen Family, they dare not suppress it. It is very nice to have soup to drink easily.

(End of this chapter)