Summit Farmer
Chapter 1417 The Debate Within the County_1

Chapter 1417: Chapter 1417 The Debate Within the County_1

While the bigwigs in town were discussing matters here, Reynard Johnson was also convening a meeting to study the issue of the wine factory in Fruitful Village. Reynard Johnson, a scion of the Johnson Family, had been sent to the county as someone important to aid, but, having been there for a while, he had come to understand the local situation quite a bit. Yet, the county really was a backward place, and finding a good project was challenging.

The Johnson Family did have money and could have invested funds to create a project, but doing so would prove Reynard Johnson’s incompetence, which was something he could not bear to witness.

Without political achievements, it was hard to rise to higher positions, which had always been a source of pain for Reynard Johnson.

The Johnson Family, seeing the situation, had been planning to invest heavily to devise a project to boost his political performance.

Suddenly, when Reynard Johnson discovered the wine that Peter Brown had produced, he saw hope.

What Peter Brown didn’t know was that after Reynard Johnson had tried the wine, he flew to Kingston the next day and then sent the wine for testing. After receiving results showing that all the indicators were excellent, he had it tasted by an old connoisseur of wine in his family.

The result was that the elder, who originally suffered from some ailments, not only saw them completely disappear but even felt improvements.* Afterwards, word of this spread quietly within the Johnson Family, and then Reynard Johnson’s father also drank the wine.

The effect was really awesome. The father’s long-standing health issues disappeared and he felt a rejuvenation of his spirit.

This shocked everyone in the Johnson Family; such excellent wine was unheard of and they must secure its acquisition.

After Reynard Johnson was called to explain the situation in detail, the Johnson Family recognized that Peter Brown was definitely an extraordinary individual.

Given the Johnson Family’s background, they were aware of certain things. Viewing Peter Brown as an exceptional individual naturally meant he was someone to establish a good relationship with, which is why they sent Craig Johnson to discuss cooperation matters.

Of course, the Johnson Family also wanted to test Peter Brown’s disposition. Without testing, they would not have known, but a test further confirmed that Peter Brown was indeed a unique individual. Satisfied and fearless of losing his position or of powerful forces, from any aspect, he was the epitome of an extraordinary individual. Therefore, in line with the Johnson Family’s thinking, there was the idea of allowing Peter Brown to own shares, and not just any shares but non-dilutable ones—they wanted to secure his collaboration.

However, what surprised the Johnson Family was that Peter Brown was not only using the Johnsons to market his wine, but he had also secured an agent in the provincial city. Aside from wanting to control this wine, the Johnson Family had another goal: to use this project to solidify Reynard Johnson’s political achievements.

Today, Reynard Johnson was in a good mood, sitting in the conference room and looking at the members of his team. From today on, he planned to no longer keep a low profile; it was time to make a move when necessary.

Glancing at the deputy leader of the county, Reynard Johnson said, "I have already clearly explained the situation regarding Guo Le Liquor. I’ve sent it for testing and all the indicators meet the standards. Moreover, the most critical point is its significant effect. Our Johnson Group has decided to invest Ten Billion to take shares in this wine factory, and we have already reached an agreement with Peter Brown and his team."

The deputy leader was no weakling; he had powerful forces backing him up, or he would not have been able to secure his position. Seeing such a promising project seized by the Johnsons, he knew that if he didn’t handle this matter well, it would be difficult to explain to those behind him.

Considering this, the deputy leader, Liam Taylor, spoke solemnly, "I’ve heard about the wine’s effects from the Provincial Wine Association, and I have no objections to backing this project. However, when it comes to taking shares, we must proceed with caution. We need to ensure both the government’s and everyone’s interests. I have no objections to Johnson Group taking shares, but it shouldn’t be just Johnson Group alone. Other people should be given opportunities as well, and we need to adjust the shareholding ratio."

Reynard Johnson, seeing that the other party was challenging him, said with a heavy voice, "Are you suggesting that Jason also wants a share?"

Liam Taylor replied with a smile, "Ring-Star Group in the province is also planning to invest."

Everyone knew that Ring-Star Group represented those behind Liam Taylor.

Reynard Johnson frowned slightly, not expecting that Liam Taylor’s backers were also eyeing this project, which complicated matters.

Seeing Reynard Johnson’s reaction, Liam Taylor said, "I think we should have a private discussion first."

The two of them were the heads of the two factions here, so it was naturally up to them to decide.

After Reynard Johnson and Liam Taylor sat down in Reynard Johnson’s office, Reynard Johnson asked, "Tell me, what are their thoughts?"

Liam Taylor responded, "One family at 40%, the village community council shouldn’t take any. The leaders in the city and the province get 19%, give Peter Brown 1%."

Upon hearing this, Reynard Johnson laughed and said, "I’d like to ask, if this project lacks Peter Brown’s participation, do you think we or you could still carry it out?"

"He’s been given 1%, which is already quite generous. If he’s not content, it won’t be difficult to deal with him," Liam Taylor retorted.

Reynard Johnson laughed, "I understand Peter Brown well enough. He won’t care much about this position, and he won’t care too much about money either. What he really cares about is the villagers’ poverty alleviation. Do you think you or your forces can force the Recipe out of him?"

Liam Taylor frowned slightly, "Do you think he won’t agree?"

"He definitely won’t agree. If he’s pushed too hard, he’ll probably just leave."

Liam Taylor said, "What if we give him an additional two percent?"

Shaking his head, Reynard Johnson responded, "Let me tell you, Peter Brown’s purpose with this project is for the villagers. If the villagers don’t get benefits, I doubt he’d even consider continuing."

"So, what do you suggest?"

"If we don’t do it, we don’t do it. Since everyone is optimistic about this project, then we need to go big. Each side should put in Ten Billion to create a significant project. As for the shares, don’t touch Peter Brown’s non-dilutable 10%, and the village community council’s 15% can be cut back to 10%, the same as Peter Brown’s. That way, everyone can justify it, and the villagers must benefit. The construction of a new rural area is a political achievement for both of us and must be done. As for the roads, with our combined Power, it should be no problem at all. Not just that, I also propose building a road to the neighboring province to allow products to flow smoothly, and establishing a Provincial Development Zone there – something we both need to work on, which shouldn’t be too difficult to achieve."

"I see!"

Liam Taylor pondered this.

Seeing Liam Taylor deep in thought, Reynard Johnson added, "There’s one more thing. Peter Brown must be promoted and become the head of the development zone; this matter cannot be taken lightly. Only in this way can his enthusiasm be fully engaged."