10:30 a.m.
Central Park, East District.
This was where project booths were set up and investors were received. Major projects were discussed in temporary tents, while medium-sized projects were spread across booths on either side. Plans and details for small projects were displayed outside on open-air bulletin boards. Each booth had dedicated Investment Bureau staff responsible for introducing projects. For medium-sized and larger capital projects, dedicated vehicles could take investors to inspect the sites in person, helping them analyze and assess the projects. Together with the loan information desks set up by several banks and the surrounding channels related to attracting investment, the entire area looked highly professional.
There were fewer visitors here.
Most of them were businessmen or investors interested in going into business.
"Given your requirements, how about taking a look at this project?"
"This project looks fine, but I don't have that much money."
"Sir, I can take you to the bank desk for a consultation. For small and medium amounts, there are mortgage loans available, and there are even other loan options to choose from."
The place was bustling with activity.
Yet every staff member wore a broad smile. It did not seem like a professional smile, but one that truly came from the heart. The moment Dong Xuebin saw the expressions on the Investment Bureau staff, he understood. They must have made substantial gains. They received commissions for every investment they brought in, and smiles like those clearly meant they had done very well.
"Ah, Secretary Dong."
"Secretary Dong, you're here?"
"I'll go call County Chief Zhang."
Before long, Zhang Dongfang came out of the tent for major projects. The moment he saw Dong Xuebin, he laughed heartily. "Secretary, you're here? Why didn't you rest a little longer?"
Dong Xuebin said, "I've rested enough. I