Chapter 1095 - 915: Public Opinion

It doesn't matter when the funds for building Dingxi and Dingbei Prefectures are in place; for Young Master Nan, who is skilled in handling such matters, these are trivial issues. The construction of two hundred million residential units is already in full swing.

The major and minor cities of the two prefectures are gradually turning into large-scale construction sites. Although the local garrison is busy, they finally see a glimmer of hope.

Outsiders do not understand the sense of desolation these people have been guarding—a feeling of immense bleakness and uncertain future.

Actually, they never intended to build a full two hundred million units. From Wu Jinliang's cost-saving perspective, Young Master Nan estimated that building around one hundred eighty or ninety million units might be sufficient. Based on the experience of Dingnan Prefecture, once momentum rises, population from other areas will also actively flow in.

Currently, Dingnan Prefecture has far surpassed a hundred million people, and continues to grow without needing to import more.

Of course, reality is variable; ultimately, it depends on demand and confidence to firmly grasp the situation.

The influx of population into the two prefectures can be described as explosive, with waves of people eager to come.

Mainly because Dingnan Prefecture's precedent is not far behind. People discovered that Heavenly Domain Dingnan Prefecture's Commander, Shi Chun, is truly a man of his word. He promised free housing, and indeed delivered, promised to give each person 500 gold coins for free, and gave it in advance.

The billions in project debts were also paid off as promised, reportedly extracting billions from Yanfu Continent to settle the accounts.

Billions—what a concept!

Moreover, anyone from the Heavenly Domain, whether or not they are from Dingnan Prefecture, praises Shi Chun, with many criticizing their own commanders while lauding Shi Chun instead. Even competitors' sides speak well of him—how could he be wrong?

His reputation is so solid it could forge iron!

Some impoverished people who moved to Heavenly Domain Dingnan Prefecture emerged to passionately praise Shi Chun.

For instance, some took administrative roles in Spirit Plant Garden. The Dong Family, aiming to cultivate their managerial experience, provided free training, covered the travel expenses for exiting Xun Gate, provided meals and lodging, even raised wages. They returned home with prestige, visiting old friends, leaving them envious.

Many such people exist; with the development of the new domain, many involved are the first to seize opportunities otherwise unattainable.

Those who came out unanimously praised Shi Chun. Speaking highly of the entire Dingnan Prefecture, any derogatory remarks deny their effort and success—they'd reprimand such opinions.

Especially Shi Chun securing a direct Xun Gate to Heavenly Capital for Dingnan Prefecture is worth great acclaim.

Similar stories spread widely in Heavenly Court's lower circles, leaving the Domain Master Manxi overshadowed in comparison to Shi Chun's reputation.

Overall, it is a place brimming with prosperity.

By the time more were enticed by exaggerated rumors wanting to come, opportunities were already gone. Heavenly Domain Dingnan Prefecture was fully occupied, no longer recruiting. Without subsidized travel costs, despite Xun Gate fees of one to two thousand Sandalwood Gold, many couldn't afford to move, remaining stuck due to financial constraints.

These people could only sigh in regret at their past hesitation, missing life-changing opportunities.

Now as Heavenly Domain Dingxi Prefecture and Dingbei Prefecture reopen migrant channels, with Shi Chun endorsing the effort, the scene quickly exploded. Each fearing a late arrival and missed chance, even without free 500 gold coins.

With prior experiences during Dingnan Prefecture's population influx, Wu Jinliang and Tong Mingshan already have prepared coping strategies, including Heavenly Court's gained managerial experience.

Xun Gates direct from Heavenly Capital to Heavenly Domain Central and Dingnan Prefecture are fully opened for this influx.

Partners behind Wuyu Inn also assist with clearing occasional bottlenecks.

Inside the Dingnan Prefecture Xun Gate, streams of people arriving see bustling streets, full of wonder and envy. Though less prosperous than Heavenly Capital, each feels they've arrived in a new world offering rebirth.

Many prefer queueing longer just to use Dingnan Prefecture's Xun Gate, wanting to see firsthand what legendary Dingnan Prefecture looks like.

Some even bring whole families, selling old small homes in Heavenly Capital to leverage headcount for free spacious housing for family residence here.

Those with clear residential backgrounds are easy to pass audit; once they report their situation promptly, adjustments in construction planning accommodate them accordingly.

Instances of family migrations are notable this time, which were rare last time Dingnan Prefecture undertook recruitment.

This reflects Dingnan Prefecture's previously built reputation and trust, specifically Shi Chun; the lower class believes in him.

After all, this isn't Dingnan Prefecture's recruitment—without Shi Chun's reputation, such phenomena wouldn't occur.

Along the streets, those who've already become locals, many stand by jokingly observing the commotion, some munching seeds, others dressed as store clerks at shop entrances.

Amidst the bustling scenes, under vigilant guard surveillance, a dedicated outbound passage is set, prohibiting stops in cities, sending crowds directly out towards Dingxi and Dingbei Prefectures' territories.