Arthur finally tore his gaze away from the impressive conference room, taking in the scene around him.
The large table was filled with individuals who exuded an air of authority and dignity, as if they were all owed sothing.
It was evident that this gathering was no ordinary eting; the attendees were seasoned professionals, mostly in their forties or fifties, each carrying a wealth of experience.
"Bureau Head Derrick, allow to introduce Mr. Osborn," Olivia said with a respectful bow toward the distinguished man at the head of the table.
Bureau Head Derrick appeared to be in his fifties, sporting gray hair and a square jaw that gave him a stern yet dignified presence.
Arthur's curiosity piqued as he observed Derrick, thoughts racing through his mind.
"It's a pleasure to et you, Bureau Head. I've heard so much about you," Arthur greeted warmly, offering a polite smile while locking eyes with Derrick.
"Nice to et you too, Arthur. Please take a seat," Derrick replied amiably, gesturing toward an empty chair on his left.
"Thank you," Arthur said with a smile as he made his way to the seat, nodding and smiling at those around him.
However, he couldn't shake off the feeling of so hostile gazes directed at him, a surprise that didn't show on his face as he maintained his composure.
The room was filled with top figures from various departnts within the Urban Developnt and Construction Bureau: Environntal Sustainability, Utilities and
Energy, Housing and Residential Developnt,the list went on. Each departnt head brought their own expertise to this crucial discussion.
"Arthur," Bureau Head Derrick began after a brief silence. "I'll get straight to the point, I'm sure you have an inkling as to why we called you here."
Arthur nodded knowingly; upon receiving the call from the Urban Developnt and Construction Bureau, he had already pieced together their intentions.
"It's about the developnt of 1.08 million square kiloters of land," Arthur stated confidently.
"Yes," Derrick confird with a nod. "Your family's land is situated right in the heart of this developnt zone.
While it may be small in size, its strategic location makes it incredibly valuable.
We need to understand your plans for this land, whether you intend to develop it or sell it, and if you choose developnt, we must know your vision for its future."
Arthur listened intently as Derrick spoke, occasionally nodding in agreent while maintaining a serious deanor.
He understood just how significant this land was, not only economically but also socially and politically for Neo-Luminara.
As Arthur prepared to share his thoughts on potential developnts, he was abruptly interrupted by a discontented voice from across the table.
"Bureau Head," sneered a man in his forties whose shrewd expression radiated disdain, "we all know about the Osborn Family's situation; they lack both capability and resources for such developnt."
Arthur turned to face the man who had spoken, and he imdiately recognized him as soone in his forties.
The man's shrewd gaze was filled with disdain and mockery, making Arthur's skin crawl.
Narrowing his eyes, Arthur felt a chill run down his spine as he realized that the malicious energy he sensed earlier was emanating from this very individual.
Despite the tension, Arthur maintained his composure and flashed a polite smile. "May I ask who you are?" he inquired.
"I'm Harrison, the head of the Departnt of Construction and Infrastructure," the man replied with a smirk that only deepened Arthur's unease.
"Departnt Head Harrison," Arthur said smoothly, "what makes you think my Osborn Family lacks the capability to develop that land?"
Harrison leaned back slightly, an air of superiority surrounding him. "Well, considering your family's recent bankruptcy, news that has certainly traveled fast, I find it hard to believe you have the resources necessary for such a project."
Arthur fell silent for a mont as he assessed Harrison.
It was clear now: this man had co here with an agenda.
What puzzled him most was that he couldn't recall ever crossing paths with Harrison before.
"Is it possible to offend soone without even knowing them?" Arthur thought inwardly as he locked eyes with his adversary.
"Departnt Head Harrison," Arthur began calmly, "it appears your information is outdated. My Osborn Family has made a remarkable recovery; our current challenges have been resolved. As I speak, we possess all the funds and resources needed to develop that land, so there's no cause for concern." He smiled amicably at Harrison.
"You...."
"Enough!" The voice of Head Bureau Derrick cut through the tension like a knife.
He shot a warning glance at Harrison, who quickly fell silent but not without a flash of malice directed at Arthur.
"Derrick turned his attention back to Arthur. "So you claim your family can indeed develop that land? Is that true?"
"Yes," Arthur affird quickly.
"Great! What do you plan to build there? Care to share?" Derrick asked with genuine curiosity.
"Of course!" Arthur responded enthusiastically while gesturing toward Derrick's table. "May I?"
With an encouraging nod from Derrick, Arthur stood up and approached the laptop on the table.
He retrieved a blue flash drive and plugged it in; fortunately, it was already connected to a 3D projector mounted on the wall.
With just a few taps on the keyboard, an impressive blue 3D projection sprang to life, a detailed blueprint instantly captivating everyone in the conference room.
Even Derrick's eyes widened in amazent as they scanned over what appeared on screen.
"Did you design this yourself?" Derrick asked incredulously.
"Yes, Head Bureau Derrick," Arthur replied confidently (even if it wasn't entirely true). "I spent an entire month crafting this design."
"I never expected you to be so talented in architecture! Your design is absolutely fabulous!" Derrick exclaid, admiration shining in his eyes.
"Thank you for the complint, sir," Arthur replied with a modest smile.
Derrick leaned forward, curiosity piqued. "So, can you explain what you're planning to do with that land?"
Arthur's smile widened as he cleared his throat. "Head Bureau Derrick, what I envision for this 10,000 square kiloters of land is nothing short of an ultra-modern, world-class ga comrcial plaza."
A stunned silence enveloped the room as everyone processed Arthur's ambitious proposal.
"Wait, are you really saying you're going to transform this entire area into a comrcial plaza?" Derrick asked, taking a deep breath and fixing a serious gaze on Arthur.
"Yes, sir. That's my intention," Arthur confird with unwavering determination.
"Are you out of your mind? Do you have any idea how much funding, resources, and ti it will take to turn that land into a comrcial plaza? With the resources of your small family? I bet you won't even co close in decades!" Harrison scoffed, looking at Arthur as if he were foolish.
The others nodded in agreent; their skepticism was palpable. Even Derrick subtly acknowledged
Harrison's words, though they stung, many shared similar doubts.
While they recognized that 10,000 square kiloters might seem manageable on paper, the enormity of transforming it into a bustling comrcial hub felt overwhelmingly daunting.
But Arthur remained undeterred by Harrison's mockery; his focus was locked onto Derrick.
Deep down, he knew this revelation would shock everyone in the room, even he had reservations about its feasibility. Yet Evolon had assured him it was possible!
The prospect of generating staggering annual revenue from such an enterprise was incredibly tempting; according to Evolon's simulations, completing this ga-city level comrcial plaza could yield hundreds of trillions each year!
Imagine, a vibrant center combining business, entertainnt, tourism, and residential spaces that could attract billions annually!
Arthur stood at the front of the conference room, his eyes sparkling with enthusiasm. "Ladies and gentlen," he began, taking a deep breath to steady himself, "if my research and calculations are correct, transforming this 10,000 square kiloters of land into a ga city-level comrcial plaza could attract nearly 30 billion visitors annually to Neo-Luminara alone!" His voice resonated as he scanned the faces in the room, gauging their reactions.
Derrick leaned forward, concern etched on his face. "I understand your vision, Arthur. However, while you own this land and can do as you please, it's situated right in the heart of our developnt zone. If not managed properly, it could hinder progress for everyone involved. Can you assure us that you possess the capabilities to execute such an ambitious plan?"
Arthur nodded confidently. "Absolutely! The Osborn Family has more than enough resources and expertise to make this happen." He gestured toward a stunning blueprint displayed behind him.
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