It was common knowledge that if one wanted to become rich, one had to build roads first. However, it was impossible to do anything if transportation was inconvenient.
Without roads, the five-year plan and ten-year revitalization were all empty talk. Labor and natural resources would be trapped in the villages, rotting in the mountains, and merchants who promoted the circulation of goods and culture would not be able to enter. Whatever it was ten years ago, it would still be the same ten years later.
In a certain world, the colonists built roads, but it was impossible for them to develop the local economy.
Roads were the lifeline of the national economy. If they controlled this lifeline, they would naturally be able to obtain all kinds of resources and benefits.
It was very vague. After all, colonial blood-sucking was relatively indirect and hidden. However, the situation in the Harlet Wastelands was right in front of them.
This train track was not the most worry-free straight line, nor was it the most scientific road in the base. It was the most profitable and important route.
Along the way, it passed through seven small and medium-sized towns, affecting thirty-seven large and medium-sized mines. It was basically a trip through the shallow areas of the wastelands.
The labor, goods, and supplies of the two cities could be transported to and from the mines and towns by train. The harvested ores, materials, and resources could be sent back to the city. This was the lifeline of the industry and the blood vessel of the economy.
During normal times, goods were transported. During wartime, soldiers were transported. When there was a threat, the railway could take the civilians and resources away. Magic armors and various magic machines could also be deployed at the fastest speed.
With the main body and the radiation zone as the core, that area would become the area under the control of the Aishi People. As long as they could develop steadily and gradually accumulate and infiltrate, small and medium-sized towns and the railway network would gradually be laid down, it would become a real area under their control.
Compared to the grassroots organizations of the past, these major churches that had been operating for a hundred years not only invested a lot, but they were also much more skilled.
After so many years, they had already formed an effective system of how to operate, how to invest, and how to make profits. Rorschach and the others also knew about it back then, but they did not have the ability to take it down.
It was not just the investment in the wastelands and the capital in technology. In the end, it was still a huge investment.
Due to the existence of the thunderstorms, the annual working period was less than half a year. During the thunderstorms, there were still wages and labor expenses. After the thunderstorms, the damaged mines and towns had to be maintained and cleaned up, so the investment was even greater.
After some calculations, Rorschach knew that even if all the churches in the past were to be sold, they would not be able to raise one-third of the investment. Furthermore, it was the kind of investment that would not receive any returns in a short period of time.
However, it had to be said that in the past two years, this railway project had driven the development of the entire city.
The newcomers from Seymour didn't know anything, but they still had strength. Working on rails, building rails, and repairing roads were all things that required strength. After a few months of work, they would become skilled workers and would be able to enter other industries.
The large demand for labor brought about a large number of job opportunities, and job opportunities were the entry point for individuals to integrate into society. Professional professional training included language, basic teaching, magic, science, and so on, although they were all abnormally simple and shallow.
It seemed complicated? In fact, it was as simple as how to turn on and off the lights, the four basic operations, and the scientific reasons for the formation of clouds.
There was nothing better than a job to integrate them into the society of the Aishi People and allow them to accept their living habits and values.
When the Seymour people who moved in threw away the furs of their ancestors and wore suits and work uniforms to go to work, they would play basketball, watch television programs, listen to music, and save money to buy a house, a car, and a cell phone. Naturally, they had already become a part of society.
When the tribal shamans mysteriously explained the spirit of their ancestors and the natural disasters caused by the wrath of nature, the textbooks explained rationally and logically. Perhaps these were not able to explain the miraculous witchcraft and potions of the shamans, but the viewpoints of "the shamans are always right" and "the spirit of the ancestors is supreme" were quietly shattered.
Their original values were shattered, and they were given new beliefs to choose from. They were also provided with job opportunities, and they were exposed to the culture and enjoyment of the Aishi People. Their simple hearts changed abnormally quickly.
Once a person began to question something, they would not be able to stop. The complete change in their lifestyles made the Seymour people realistic.
Vila Nova Dônia was not a charity organization. As the collective of the New God's Churches, they naturally had to gather faith as their number one priority.
It was a very simple difference in treatment. The Aishi believers would receive an additional 10% salary allowance, half a day off every week on prayer days, and the Church would organize to send them warmth when they were sick or untimely. They would also organize blind dates during festivals. Humans were all very realistic, especially ordinary people who were not satisfied with their current lives.
"What's the use of the tribal system? Can they provide food, drinks, medical treatment, and even separate rooms? "
"Convert! Convert! SIM cards printed with our God's Oath and Holy Emblem. Click and you'll get it! "
"Change faith! Change faith! Believe in our God and give out food stamps and movie tickets! "
The large Churches were full while the small Churches were full.
This was especially so for the Level 1 Churches. They had a bountiful harvest. Even a rookie who did not know how to run a business could make use of the crazy wave of newcomers and converts to become a Level 2 Church.
It was worth mentioning that the Game Church was now a Level 3 Church, and it was one of the top Level 3 Churches. It had already surpassed the Silver Elf War God who could not be underestimated.
In less than five years, the Game Church had gone from nothing to a Level 3 Church. It could be said that the Game Church had made history.
This was not the seed of a large faction. The Game Church had relied on itself.
It had started from scratch and created such a huge project. The most unbelievable thing was that it had successfully entered the profit period. It was like a carp leaping over the dragon's gate. It had saved them at least thirty years of hard development.
In a short period of time, the Game Church had gained a lot of reputation. Many large Pantheons had even extended olive branches to them. Rorschach and his sister had also finally caught the attention of some of the big bosses.
Since they were valued, there were naturally more investments. Since there were more choices and more investors to choose from, there were fewer restrictions. The Church was still under the control of Lori and Rorschach.
Of course, this kind of attention was limited to "I heard there's a good seedling in the South." "The Lan siblings? As expected of a descendant of that family. "This kind of neighbor's child was valued highly.
Anticipation, respect, disdain, and many other emotions were present. However, at the very least, they were no longer nameless side characters.
As for how the Game Church had developed to this point … cough, that would be too far off topic. It would probably be enough to write another novel. This involved the original development strategy and coincidences. It could only be said that the Game Church now had its own entire industry.
The current focus was still on the current development path. This was also the hottest news in this city.
"… After two difficult years and paying such a price, the Jiaodong line is finally going to start production. Everyone! Under the leadership of the board of directors, our future will be even better! "
As expected of the talkative Xipilos. He could even give an impromptu speech during the ribbon-cutting ceremony.
He posed with the scissors as the reporters hurriedly took photos. The crisp sounds of the scissors clicking continuously rang out.
"This news isn't enough."
Although Rorschach was complaining, he still worked seriously since he was here.
* Bang! *
Suddenly, a gunshot rang out right next to his ear.
Rorschach turned around and saw a tall Seymour reporter's camera emitting sparks.
"For the freedom of the Seymour people! We, the Seymour Liberation Organization … "
The reporter stopped halfway as a high-level swordsman suddenly appeared and turned him into minced meat. Screams and screams could be heard right after.
Not far away, the talkative Xipilos didn't give any comments.
A huge hole appeared on his forehead. If it wasn't for the fact that he had made preparations to transform into a lich, the city lord on duty would probably have had to be changed again.
"Yay, within three months! Although the odds aren't high, I've made a profit! lucky！ Also, the headline 'Shortest City Lord in history'! Did he make it in one week or two? "
Amidst the chaos, Rorschach took the opportunity to take photos of both corpses. He took photos of both corpses repeatedly, and even had his panicked reporters appear on camera.
"Not bad, not bad, the best location and the best photos. They can be used as headlines. I didn't come here for nothing. Also, I got my winnings, so I can have extra food tonight. How about I treat everyone to the new Apple restaurant? I owe Su Nanna quite a few favors … Forget about Isabella. She's definitely going berserk after losing her bet. "
The city lord's assassination was a major political event comparable to the Crypt Calamity of the past. However, Rorschach treated it like it was nothing. He was even considering where to have dinner tonight.
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