Qin Siyang still gave no answer.
The area planted with black sweet potatoes had indeed exceeded their actual needs. Qin Siyang had done this to prepare for the future.
Chu Zhongxiong's smile faded, and a hint of warning entered his tone. "Brigade Commander Qin, I can see what's behind those two questions I just asked. Others might see it too. Be careful. Don't give anyone something they can use to make a fuss."
Qin Siyang understood that Chu Zhongxiong was warning him out of kindness.
"I understand. Thank you, Minister Chu."
"The Ministry of Economic Affairs has a plan in the works. We intend to partner with some well-established companies and invest in expanding basic production and livelihood support in the Safe Zone. If you're interested, Brigade Commander Qin, you can have Governor Kav come discuss the details with me."
He deliberately emphasized "basic production" and "livelihood support."
Qin Siyang immediately understood. This was a chance to use the United Government's money to further his own plans. Expanding black sweet potato production required substantial funding that he had yet to secure, and Kav had been fretting over it every day. Chu Zhongxiong's offer was help when he needed it most.
"All right, I'll definitely discuss it with Governor Kav. Thank you for your help, Minister Chu!"
After meeting with the ministers, Qin Siyang attended another banquet.
Everyone at the banquet was one of their own.
The Zhao Family hosted it, inviting Gu Weirong, Qin Siyang, Li Tianming, Zhang Kuang, Qian Wendao, as well as Chu Baxing, Hu Chan, and Gu Yunpeng.
Although Zhao Longteng and Zhao Longfei were the hosts, the guest list represented the closest network of connections centered around Qin Siyang.
This banquet was a celebration following the trade fair. And throughout the entire fair, only Qin Siyang's