With the guidance from Henry Martin and the attention of Leonard’s father, Peter Brown’s Flower Creek Group was quickly registered, and then the implementation of the shareholding system in the village began.
Peter had earned a lot of money from gemstone gambling, and he injected 300,000,000 into this group.
When Peter brought out so much money, the entire village was shocked. Upon inquiring, they learned that Peter had been incredibly lucky while gambling on gemstones.
For the villagers, this money was an astronomical figure. More and more people gained confidence in a bright future working with Peter. Seeing that Peter had invested so much money, even the hesitant villagers joined the group.
Although some were envious and jealous, Peter put up money to help the whole village develop, so nobody dared to say anything against him.
After careful calculations by professional personnel, even if the villagers put all their field lands into the group, their shares would still be very low.
Eventually, under Peter’s decision, the shares were distributed: Peter held 60% as the majority shareholder; the village community council held 30%; Raven Walter held 5%; Liza Smith, Rachel Williams, Quinn Walker, and Hellen Brown each held 1%; and the charity foundation of the village held 1% as well.
Although Peter holding 60% of the shares seemed like a lot, the villagers understood that Peter had invested so much money, and they were taking advantage of him. With the amount he invested, Peter holding even 90% of the shares would not have been too much. After considering everyone’s opinions, Peter finally gave some shares to his parents and women related to him.
Raven Walter was unhappy about this and thought that using the 300 million themselves would be enough, without having to invest it.
As for Quinn Walker and Hellen Brown, the villagers were fully aware that these two beauties should be Peter’s women. Of course, no one would talk about this.
Peter explained to everyone that his next step would be to make these two women managers in the company, and that they must have shares.
Today was the founding of the Flower Creek Group.
The main leaders of the county had arrived, and even some department leaders were present.
The entire founding ceremony was very lively.
After sending off the county leaders, Peter convened the first establishment meeting of the group.
In a newly leveled area in the village, the villagers each brought a small stool and sat down.
Peter had long since taken stock of the entire village. Looking at the pairs of joyful eyes, the meeting officially began with village chief Grayson Walter’s presiding.
"Fellow villagers, today is the establishment ceremony of our Flower Creek Group. To be honest, I still feel like I’m dreaming. Who would have thought that a farmer would become a member of a group company... " Holding a cigarette in his hand, Grayson Walter started laughing.
The villagers also laughed, as they didn’t understand the group company either. They just knew that Peter had made a fortune, and with the support of the provincial leader No.3 and county leaders, they thought that they might as well join the group, as they were already so poor and had nothing to lose. They joined, but now they were confused about which direction to develop and wanted to hear Peter’s thoughts.
"Alright, you guys don’t want to hear me talk. Let’s hear from Chairman Peter Brown instead."
Everyone laughed again.
Peter was somewhat nervous, but after all, he was a cultivator. Once his True Qi circulated, his restless emotions were suppressed, and he suddenly felt a deep sense of responsibility, knowing that from now on, the villagers were placing their entire livelihoods on him.
Considering his Spiritual Gathering Array, Peter relaxed.
Looking at the villagers sitting there, Peter said, "Greetings to all the elders, peers, and youngsters."
The villagers found Peter’s opening amusing, as he had encompassed everyone within three generations, and they applauded in response.
"From now on, our group company is officially established. Now, let me talk about the development of the company."
The villagers listened quietly, eager to understand Peter’s plans.
"Flower Creek Village is a poverty-stricken village. Our village has 289 registered members, a total of 71 households. These 71 households have put all of their land into the group, which shows trust in the group. Among the 289 people, there are 8 households with no working members, who are extremely poor. In addition, there are 76 migrant workers and 65 underage children. That is to say, there are only 140 people left in the village who can work. From now on, our goal is poverty alleviation."
The villagers listened carefully and were well aware of the situation in the village.
At this point, Peter joked, "I’ve heard some people in the village say, ’If Peter invested 300 million in the group, he might as well give each household some money, and we’d be out of poverty right away.’"
Upon hearing this, the villagers laughed. Many had this idea, but they also knew it was Peter’s money from gemstone gambling, and there was no reason to share it.
Waiting for the laughter to pass, Peter said, "I won’t be giving out money recklessly; don’t even think about it!"
The villagers laughed loudly again.
At this point, Peter said seriously, "If I lose money, I’m the first to suffer, then you. So, don’t worry!"
The villagers thought that was true, so there was no need for concern. If Peter himself wasn’t afraid, why should they be?
"Peter, you lead us. I can’t stand being poor anymore. Even if we gamble and lose, we can still carve out our piece of Heaven and Earth."
A young man shouted loudly.
"That’s right, Peter. We’re with you. You’re not scared, so why should I be scared?"
"Yeah, I’m counting on making money with Peter. Just look at him, he’s been back for a short time, and he’s already selling wine and planting medicinal herbs, all of which make money. Following him is definitely the right choice."
Hearing everyone’s words of trust, Peter’s determination to lead everyone to wealth grew even stronger.