Chapter 76: Great Development of the Garrison

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  The plane landed at Roberts International Airport in Monrovia, and Guo Yu didn't let anyone pick him up. He took a taxi to his former residence and then transmitted himself back to the 1915 Mare Harbour Garrison on Kalimantan Island.

  In mid-October, the island of Kalimantan is still very hot, with temperatures above 30 degrees Celsius. Unlike Hong Kong, which has clear skies and comfortable temperatures, making it a great time for travel. Guo Yu, being from the north, doesn't like the tropical climate much. The humid and sweltering weather stays around 30 degrees all year round, even in winter, which is also the rainy season with frequent thunderstorms, making it unsuitable for traveling.

  Guo Yu is now worried about the construction situation at the base camp, although modern materials such as steel and cement are used, but the terrible weather here may have a great impact on the construction.

  Guo Yu walked out of the room, and Xiao Ni was reading a book in the living room. Xiao Ni is under a lot of pressure now. Due to limited conditions in the past, Wu Xiaoni had very little literacy, but now everyone around Guo Yu is studying hard to keep up with the development of this group. She saw that Hu Yunwen has already independently supported herself and has her own goals for struggle, and she felt competitive, so she also secretly studied in private.

  When Guo Yu walked out of the room, Xiao Ni was holding a primary school language textbook. Seeing Guo Yu, she excitedly stood up and took two steps before remembering something and quickly hid the book behind her back. Guo Yu's eyes were sharp, and with one glance, he noticed Xiao Ni's small action. He walked over, smiled, and looked at Xiao Ni's face before taking the book from behind her back. Seeing the title on it, he said: "My little Ni is also working hard to study, that's great! I like people who are diligent. It doesn't matter if your foundation is poor; as long as you're willing to work hard, you'll definitely catch up. I'm very happy and will reward you with a kiss." After saying this, he hugged Xiao Ni and kissed her cheek, making her blush with shyness.

  Call the guard to drive his own jeep, and head straight to the construction site. The road from Mǎchén Port to the construction site is under construction, with half of it already paved with cement. After driving for over an hour, we arrive at the construction site.

  Here is still bustling with activity, Guo Yu stands on high ground overlooking the entire construction site, there are probably over 10,000 people participating in the construction here, it has already taken shape and is expected to officially start building the factory soon.

  Walking into the construction headquarters, Guo Yu didn't let the security guard notify him and walked in by himself. He saw that Qian Wenxing was having a meeting with a group of people to discuss some specific matters regarding the construction of the base. As soon as Guo Yu arrived, these people immediately stood up to greet him. Qian Wenxing hastily came forward and said: "Director, how did you come here? You didn't even notify us, we should have gone to welcome you."

  "You're all so busy, I don't want to disturb you. I just came out to take a look around and see the progress of the construction. It's good that you're all here, tell me what stage it's at now." said Guo Yu.

  Qian Wenxing let Guo Yu take the main seat, then began to report on the construction of the base: "Chairman, you mentioned three connections and one leveling at the beginning. For the pipeline aspect, we have basically laid it out. As long as the power plant and waterworks are built in time, they can be used directly after connection. The drainage pipe is a two-meter large pipe that we laid, ensuring that there will be no flooding during the rainy season. Our drainage flows directly into the Kanla River and then to the sea. The ground has been leveled, and now it's just the final road construction on the surface. It's expected to be completed in twenty days, after which the factory can be built."

  Qian Wenxing reported in great detail, including the amount of steel and cement used, as well as the number of workers, giving Guo Yu a complete picture of the construction situation. Guo Yu knew that they were already working at full capacity, and his subordinates were all doing their best, so he couldn't be too demanding. He stood up, encouraged everyone with a few words, and didn't get too involved in the construction details before leaving.

  Qian Wenxing accompanied Guo Yu to inspect the construction site, and many places required specialized skills that even Guo Yu didn't understand. However, these workers relied on simple tools and a few books on construction to complete the tasks very well, exceeding Guo Yu's expectations. It seems that human wisdom and potential are truly limitless.

  Guo Yu bid farewell to Qian Wenxing and others, returned to Ma Chen Harbor, came to Hua Fu Academy. It was already after noon, the temperature had dropped due to the clouds in the sky, and the sea breeze made it much more comfortable than at noon. Guo Yu walked into Hua Fu Academy, found Hu Yunyuan, and the two of them went to a classroom on the west side of the academy. There were no students taking classes here, but rather a group of people specially organized to study the factory construction materials brought by Guo Yu and the production materials for the future factory. After the base construction was completed in the local area, it would be their turn to take action.

  More than 200 people in several large classrooms, crowded together to study construction materials, gave Guo Yu a feeling like the learning situation in college. The young faces, one by one, all revealed a determined and calm expression. They treated these studies as a sacred task to complete, each person like a sponge, desperately absorbing various knowledge to enrich themselves.

  Guo Yu went to inspect the troops again, and now all departments are developing well and operating normally, without Guo Yu's excessive concern. After staying for two weeks in 1915, Guo Yu returned to modern times.

  Guo Yu attended the autumn auction held by Huafu Auction House, where the scene was very intense. One after another European artworks were sold at high prices under the enthusiastic bidding of various buyers. Guo Yu now urgently needs cash support as the construction of the Republic is about to enter a period of rapid development, which is exactly when money is needed.

  The auction lasted for two days, with a total of 845 items sold, raising €1.19 billion, slightly higher than Guo Yu's initial estimate, and he was naturally very satisfied. This HK$10 billion revenue would be enough to support Guo Yu for some time.

  When he had some free time, he accompanied his family and loved ones. Just after a period of stability, Nestorovich called to tell him that the ship's affairs had been settled and he could go to receive the goods.

  Guo Yu bid farewell to his family and traveled alone to Ukraine, flying directly to Kiev. The same young overseas Chinese who had helped him before arranged for someone to pick him up and take him to a naval base. Looking at the guards standing at attention at the base's entrance, Guo Yu felt like he was on an official visit rather than smuggling arms - had the business of arms smuggling become so brazen, or was this country already rotten beyond salvation?

  The car stopped in front of a large building, and a middle-aged military officer wearing Ukrainian uniform greeted Guo Yu at the door. He asked Guo Yu a question in Russian and led him to the elevator, which went directly down to the third underground floor.

  Guo Yu looked at the concrete wall, thick walls, could this be the legendary military base? The two walked thirty meters in front of a wide corridor and then entered a large room. After opening the door, they saw a familiar figure, that fat man who was unforgettable - Nesterovich.