Chapter 5 Objective: Little Mirror Lake

Gu Kaiwen waved his hand and said, "This matter should be set aside for the time being; let us patiently await the investigation results from Brother Zhang and Brother Liu"

First, according to the regulations of our nature reserve, Xiaojing Lake is prohibited from any commercial development, including being developed into a tourist attraction or engaging in aquaculture.

However, the path to wealth does not exist, and the three individuals are destined to face legal consequences

Firstly, the destruction of the protective forest necessitates replanting, unless one wishes to resign and retire early

Gu Kaiwen nodded in agreement, saying, "No problem. Director Chen, please tell me what limitations you have."

Liu Feng and Zhang Jun only took three days to uncover the true culprit behind the destruction of the forest land. Just as Gu Kaiwen had speculated, the true culprit was indeed the mountain dwellers near Xinghai Lake

Chen Shining displayed a hesitant expression

Of course, I am serious. Gu Kaiwen nodded earnestly

Chen Shining chuckled twice, diverting the topic, "Within the scope permitted by policy, I will certainly do my utmost."

"Please wait a moment." Chen Shining organized his thoughts and then began to speak one by one.

Xiao Jing Lake is located next to Gu Jia Tea House, with an area similar to that of Gu Jia Tea House. The shape of Xiao Jing Lake is almost identical to that of Xing Hai Lake, both being teardrop-shaped; however, its area is significantly smaller than that of Xing Hai Lake, which is why it is referred to as Xiao Jing Lake

However, Gu Kaiwen responded generously, "Ten thousand per year, I want the longest lease term of 70 years, with rent paid every three years, how about that?"

Xiao Jing Lake! Gu Kaiwen calmly stated the answer

I can sponsor this amount of funding," Gu Kaiwen decided

Xiao Jing Lake covers an area of nearly 20 mu. Considering the location of Jinchuan District and referencing the typical contracting fees for aquaculture reservoirs, the annual cost should be approximately between 7,000 and 8,000 yuan.

In the face of such a situation, Chen Shining could only find a way to solve the problem on his own

Gu Kaiwen seemed to be speaking to himself, saying, "Back in the day, my grandfather really liked Xiao Jing Lake and even obtained the property rights to it, but the deed was lost; my father also loved Xiao Jing Lake, and he used to enjoy fishing there, but later..."

"What are your conditions?" Chen Shining inquired, and then immediately added, "Kaiwen, I have watched you grow up since you were little, so do not be too ruthless!"

However, the funds of their management committee are already quite tight, and neither the budget for forest fire prevention nor the budget for forest patrol can be reduced, yet he is unwilling to pay out of his own pocket

A mere annual rent of 10,000 yuan is hardly a significant amount for Gu Kaiwen, who has the favor of natural consciousness, isn't it

Gu Kaiwen took the opportunity to say, "We can finalize the agreement. Even if you lease Xiaojing Lake to us, we will not engage in commercial development of Xiaojing Lake"

Chen Shining considered for a few seconds before nodding in agreement, "This restriction is quite reasonable. However, are you planning to develop a fishing business? Let me warn you first, it is prohibited to build any fishing platforms anywhere in Xiao Jing Lake. Additionally, a maximum of two wooden boats may be placed in Xiao Jing Lake, and each boat must not exceed a capacity of two persons, with the length of the boat not allowed to exceed two meters"

"After all, it is my job," Chen Shining responded, "Kaiwen, how much are you prepared to offer for the contract of Xiaojing Lake?"

The principal offender, Niu Daqian, is 58 years old; the accomplices, Niu Dagui and Niu Daqiang, are 56 years old and 54 years old respectively. The three are biological brothers

Gu Kaiwen contemplated quietly; he currently has approximately 150,000 in available funds

Chen Shining resolutely rejected, "That is impossible!"

Gu Kaiwen waved his hand and said, "Director Chen, you really think too much!"

Chen Shining looked at Gu Kaiwen with a puzzled expression, "Are you serious?"

However, the three perpetrators, being utterly destitute, are in a situation where they have no money but their lives; they would rather accept legal sanctions than compensate and resolve the issue privately

Moreover, the embodiment of natural consciousness has already made a promise to Ge Kaiwen

According to Gu Kaiwen, even if Xiaojing Lake were handed over to Gu Family Tea House, it seems that there would be no change at all

This little fox! Chen Shining sighed inwardly. According to Gu Kaiwen's intention, once Zhang Jun and Liu Feng identify the true culprit behind the destruction of the forest land, Gu Kaiwen would be able to propose conditions without any restraint

"Of course, it is traditional fishing," Gu Kaiwen added, "Director Chen, since you have set so many conditions, why not limit it to fishing only through traditional angling methods"

The operating costs of Jiu Shi Tea House and Gu Jia Tea House are relatively low, and in addition, Jiu Shi Tea House has a certain level of income, so its financial pressure is not significant at the moment

Chen Shining considered for a moment before responding, "It is prohibited to use mechanical vessels for fishing and salvage in Xiao Jing Lake, it is prohibited to use fishing nets for fishing in Xiao Jing Lake, and it is prohibited to draw water to lower the water level of Xiao Jing Lake for fishing. Additionally, it is prohibited to purchase fish fry for release into Xiao Jing Lake"

Near Gujia Tea House

Gu Kaiwen nodded first, then asked in return, "What criteria should we use to determine the boundaries regarding aquaculture?"

"Yes, I am certain," Gu Kaiwen nodded affirmatively

At this point, Gu Kaiwen sighed and looked at Director Chen Shining, saying, "Director Chen, I want Xiao Jing Lake, not for commercial development, nor for aquaculture, I just want Xiao Jing Lake"

Office of the Management Committee of Xinghai Lake Nature Reserve

Time passes swiftly

Chen Shining frowned slightly

Gu Kaiwen sat opposite Chen Shining and inquired, "Director Chen, do you have a solution regarding the replanting of the protective forest?"

The three brothers, having been misled by a television advertisement, secretly destroyed ten acres of forest land in an attempt to embark on a path to wealth through jungle ginseng cultivation

Chen Shining did not show any expression of joy; he solemnly retorted, "First, state your conditions"

Chen Shining nodded, "We have completed the budget report for the replanting." As he spoke, he handed a document to Gu Kaiwen and added, "Since this is for the restoration of the conservation forest, we cannot plant economic crops, whether fruit trees or medicinal herbs. Therefore, the replanting costs are relatively low, estimated to be between 55,000 and 65,000."

Due to various restrictions, the rental fee for Xiaojing Lake is expected to be relatively low

Director Chen, have you prepared a budget for replanting the damaged forest area? Gu Kaiwen inquired about the details

Chen Shining, the director of the Xinghai Lake Nature Reserve Management Committee, stared at Gu Kaiwen and retorted, "What are your demands?"

"Lastly, I disagree," Gu Kaiwen retorted, "I prefer eating fish. If all goes well, I should be releasing some fish fry into Xiao Jing Lake.

Secondly, his funding application submitted to the superior department was rejected. The superior department required him to handle it on his own, such as holding the perpetrators accountable.

Are you sure? Chen Shining felt a slight stir in his heart

Chen Shining understood Gu Kaiwen's meaning

Chen Shining took the opportunity to say, "Let us first discuss the relevant matters concerning Xiao Jing Lake. It is better to clarify things in advance to avoid any unexpected situations that might affect the friendly relations between us."

Gu Kaiwen retorted with a smile, "Since you are an elder who has watched me grow up since childhood, shouldn't you take better care of me?"

Recently, this matter has caused Chen Shining immense frustration

Therefore, he could only seek Gu Kaiwen's advice to discuss a solution

"How do you plan to catch fish?" Chen Shining retorted