Since they were all locals, they actually had a good understanding of the terrain around the Yellow River.
Where the terrain was relatively flat and suitable for opening sand fields, and where it wasn't, many locals had a general idea.
So, upon hearing Qin Chuan's idea of opening a sand field, everyone's minds in the colored steel room started working rapidly, each offering their opinions.
"As far as I know, Han Shifei currently owns two sand fields, one located at Gejiatan and the other at Nanheguan!" Zheng Chengdao said.
"Nanheguan is the most important one. It's adjacent to Shaanxi Province and is closest to the Yellow River Highway. Thanks to the convenient transportation conditions, a lot of sand is transported from there."
The others nodded one after another.
"Xiao Chuan, you must know these two places!" said Qin Erge.
Qin Chuan nodded. Of course, he knew. He was a local, after all.
At this moment, Qin Yang, who had been sitting quietly, spoke up.
"When opening a sand field, besides finding a suitable location, the most important thing is transportation!"
"Our Yongnan County is adjacent to the Yellow River, we are practically residents by the Yellow River, so why is it that after so many years, there are only two sand fields? Haven't others thought about opening sand fields?"
"Also, with Han Shifei's intelligence, after the country's real estate reform policy came out, he should have foreseen the vast prospects of sand. Wouldn't he plan to open another one?"
"All of this boils down to the fact that the reason is the road and transportation!" Qin Yang said in a low voice, his words attracting everyone's attention. Qin Chuan's expression became thoughtful.
Qin Yang continued, "The transportation conditions in our Yongnan County are too poor. Apart from that Yellow River Highway, most other places are rough mountain roads, many of which are very dangerous and cannot accommodate large vehicles."
"This is one of the biggest reasons hindering sand field development!"
"After all, the cost of building a road is too high. Unless it's funded by the state, it's simply a pipe dream for individuals."
"Let alone us, even someone as rich as Han Shifei wouldn't dare to talk about building one so casually!"
This statement truly struck a chord with everyone, and their faces turned somewhat grim.
If they couldn't find new sand fields to compete with Han Shifei, they could only watch him make huge profits from his sand fields, and then use the money earned from there to deal with them?
This was unbearable!
Han Shifei was already very strong. With the huge profits from the sand fields, he was like a tiger with wings. If they didn't curb this crucial economic artery of sand fields, it would be difficult to truly defeat this old fox.
"So, this is also the biggest reason why I'm assigning the task to my second brother and Xiaoguang today!" Qin Chuan said, his eyes fixed on Qin Gang and Bai Xiaoguang.
"I hope that in the near future, you will thoroughly investigate the areas near the Yellow River in our county and see if you can find a new location with reasonably passable transportation."
"If the investment is not too large, and if we encounter some difficult roads, I don't mind spending money to invest a bit to open up a new road specifically for our sand fields!"
"Boss, is that true?!" Bai Xiaoguang suddenly looked up, his eyes shining.
Qin Erge's previously dejected face regained its vitality, completely stirred by Qin Chuan's last words.
"Of course!!" Qin Chuan nodded affirmatively, then immediately added, "However, I'm afraid I can't invest too much money in this. Fifty thousand yuan is acceptable. Anything over fifty thousand, then forget it!"
After saying that, he put on a look of helplessness, as if his heart was willing but his strength was insufficient.
"Xiao Chuan, don't worry, we will do our best to find a suitable location for the sand field!" Qin Erge said with a clenched fist, speaking fiercely.
Bai Xiaoguang was also full of confidence.
"I trust the two of you with this. Next, let's move on to the next topic." Qin Chuan's gaze fell on Zheng Chengdao, "Brother Dao, how is the matter I asked you to handle?"
Everyone showed a confused expression, not knowing what Qin Chuan had asked Zheng Chengdao to do.
"Boss, I have not failed in my mission. There are clues!" Zheng Chengdao replied. "Just this morning, I received it, and it's big gossip, related to Zhou Yitong and Han Shifei!"
"What big gossip, tell us quickly!" Qin Chuan became excited, and Qin Erge, Bai Xiaoguang, and even Qin Yang all pricked up their ears.
Zheng Chengdao lowered his voice and slowly said, "Zhou Yitong has a close friend named Hua Xiaoxi. This woman is a slut, with a very indecent lifestyle and has been involved with many men."
"Coincidentally, a friend of a friend of mine often hangs out with this woman named Hua Xiaoxi."
Zheng Chengdao deliberately emphasized the word 'hangs out,' and everyone understood its implication and continued listening.
"Once, when they were drunk, Hua Xiaoxi secretly told that friend that she knew something huge, a big secret that would shake the entire Yongnan County underworld if revealed!"
"That friend was immediately filled with intense curiosity and kept asking what kind of secret it was. Hua Xiaoxi wouldn't say. Finally, when she had no choice, she quietly told that friend that this secret was about her best friend, Zhou Yitong, and Lord Han."
Zheng Chengdao paused here.
"Brother Dao, hurry up and tell us, we're hooked!" Bai Xiaoguang and Qin Erge urged impatiently. These two were the type who were never afraid of chaos, and hearing such explosive gossip made them incredibly excited.
Qin Chuan was also intrigued and urged Zheng Chengdao to speak quickly. Gossip is human nature, especially when it comes from an opponent, it makes people even more eager.
Seeing that he had piqued everyone's appetite, Zheng Chengdao smiled with satisfaction and continued in a lowered voice, "At that time, Hua Xiaoxi's tone was full of disdain and mockery. She told that friend that no matter how powerful or rich Lord Han was, he was nothing more than a cuckold!"
"He was wearing a big, green hat on his head! A complete old turtle!"
"What the hell!!" When Zheng Chengdao finished speaking, a wave of exclamations erupted in the colored steel room. Everyone was stunned by the news, their faces filled with disbelief.
"My goodness, is it that explosive?" Bai Xiaoguang and Qin Erge were both so excited that they danced with joy, as if to vent their inner feelings. Even the usually steady and honest Qin Yang's eyes widened.
Qin Chuan was also deeply shocked by the explosive news. After a long while, he quickly urged, "Then who was Zhou Yitong cheating with?"
Everyone held their breath, waiting for the final answer.
Unexpectedly, Zheng Chengdao shook his head, "I don't know. My friend told me that no matter how much his friend pressed her, Hua Xiaoxi refused to reveal the big secret anymore!"
"In her words, she was still young and wanted to live a few more years!"
"At the same time, she warned that friend to keep this secret strictly and not to tell anyone, otherwise, she feared it would lead to a fatal disaster!"