Chapter Eleven: The Ruined Base

  Seeing that already collapsed half, weeds grew wildly, spider webs all over, and gave people a gloomy feeling of the ruined Taoist temple, Jiang Le was speechless.

  This is a Taoist temple situated at the mouth of a valley, with steep mountains on both sides, behind which lies a deep and secluded gorge, in front of which half is mountain forest and half is a small lake formed by the convergence of streams flowing out of the gorge.

  From the environment, here is a beautiful scenery with clear mountains and water, maintaining its pure natural original landscape.

  However, considering the living conditions, mosquitoes are everywhere, far away from people, and I estimate that no one can last for a few days.

  Jiang Le can be certain that the Taoist temple represented a sect that has long since disappeared in the annals of history, and even if there were any remaining successors, they would have been assimilated into modern society.

  However, he also hesitated when it came to occupying this place and creating a sect's base.

  This workload is comparable to pioneering a new land.

  With a nervous heart, Jiang Le entered the Taoist temple for a careful examination.

  The temple is not small, with a courtyard covering an area of two or three hundred square meters. The surrounding walls are either collapsed or old and unusable.

  There are also several houses in the middle, a slightly larger hall, inside which is enshrined a Taoist heavenly master, but there is not a single bit of spiritual light on his body, apparently no one has worshiped for years.

  On both sides of the main hall are dormitories and pavilions storing Taoist scriptures, which are also abandoned and emitting a musty smell.

  Jiang unexpectedly discovered that in the backyard of the Taoist temple, there was a piece of cultivated land. Looking at the plants inside, they were all kinds of medicinal herbs. Although the varieties were ordinary, it also revealed the purpose of this place - Lingyuan Garden!

  In addition, there is a small pond introduced from the valley stream, with sparkling waves and clear water.

  "It seems that this place isn't as bad as I thought, at least the basics are here." Jiang Leyu's gloomy face finally eased up a bit.

  Taking advantage of his good mood, Jiang Le thoroughly investigated the surrounding area of the Taoist temple and confirmed that there were no human residents within a radius of several miles. Even the grass on the ground was overgrown, indicating that it had been a long time since anyone had set foot here.

  In addition, there is a canyon, the canyon is deep and winding, and it extends for several miles, completely connecting with the depths of Qiyun Mountain, and you can go all the way in.

  However, going deeper into the canyon, there are strange rocks and steep mountain roads. Unless you're a bird, even experienced hikers will be intimidated at first glance.

  In addition, there is a road leading out of the outer world. Along the lakes and mountains, Jiang Le discovered an old gravel road that had been buried in weeds for a long time. After clearing it up, it could lead directly to a highway six or seven miles away. The nearest village was only eight or nine miles away.

  "It's truly a paradise on earth."

  After a thorough investigation, Jiang Le couldn't help but praise and admire the place, no longer feeling disgusted, but instead developing a sense of fondness.

  Perhaps after tidying up, this is indeed an ideal place for a sect to settle down.

  Of course, as a modern person, Jiang Le understands that now is just thinking about it, and if you really want to have fun here, you must first get the contract for the mountain forest lease.

  In today's world, without usage rights, everything you pay for is just making a dowry for others.

  Jiang Le simply tidied up a place to live in the Taoist temple and then left.

  Back in Qingyang City, Jiang Le first contacted Zhang Guixin and said he would take a few more days off.

  Zhang Guixin's subtle reminder is that the college entrance examination is approaching, and little friend, you should be careful. The principal can help with some backstage operations, but he also hopes that your exam results won't make things too difficult for him.

  Jiang Le calmly said, "Don't worry about this at all, even if it's a bit off, it's just a matter of a few points."

  Zhang Guixin had no choice but to agree.

  Jiang Le then inquired about the procedures and preparations required for the development of Qiyun Mountain, and found that the price was so low that it couldn't be lower.

  Apart from tourism investment, the mountains are left with only planting and breeding.

  The mountain forests in this part of Mount Qi Yun, except for the area near Bole Town which has development value due to geographical factors, are basically desolate and uninhabited areas far from human settlements, with poor roads and geology, having little development value.

  So as long as someone is willing to invest money, the government will be more than happy.

  This made Jiang Le's heart suddenly put at ease.

  As long as money can settle things, there's no need to mention it. With over 10 million still in hand, I believe taking over the abandoned Taoist temple won't be a problem at all.

  As for other places' ownership issues, let's just say that apart from myself, who else would be foolish enough to develop there? It's a completely one-for-N deal.

  No big deal, Jiang Le didn't delay any further and directly found the forestry bureau, expressing his intention to contract a part of the mountain forest in Qiyun Mountain.

  Of course, Jiang Le directly slapped a check for 500,000 yuan on the office desk, making the dog-blood drama that should have appeared due to age disappear.

  In the eyes of the forestry bureau's leadership, he was a rich young man who wanted to build a small villa in the mountains for vacationing.

  These days, the wilderness is too neglected, and the forestry bureau's Qing Shui can be desperate. Normally, no one would think that the Qinyang Municipal Government still has such a department. This time, it was able to make an account of 500,000, which is a rare big deal in many years.

  At present, a deputy director of the Forestry Bureau is actively accompanying Jiang Le to conduct surveying and mapping at the old Taoist temple that Jiang Le wants to take over.

  Jiang Le was stunned by a single move.

  Wuyi bought the usage rights of a five-kilometer radius area centered on Daoguan for 50 years, wrapping up more than half of the lake in front and extending two kilometers deep into the valley behind, encompassing thirteen peaks over 100 meters high and the hills and valleys interspersed among them.

  Although the contract stipulates that mountains and forests are not allowed to be cut down at will, if there is a need, another contract will be signed.

  But such a large area still made Jiang Le feel dizzy.

  A pile of money was spent, and Brother became a landlord.

  The money and contract were settled quickly, the deputy director of the forestry bureau's eyes narrowed into a line with joy, and privately indicated that if Jiang Le needed to expand the contract, he could give him a little more preferential treatment.

  This guy is addicted to selling.

  Jiang Le couldn't help but smile. My brother is even poorer than you guys, taking out 500,000 yuan was already quite painful.

  At night, Mao Xiaofang came out of the Chunyang Bagua and smiled happily: "Good boy, your movements are very quick, that place is not bad, it's worth having."

  "Master, you're thinking too simply. Such a large Taoist temple needs repairs, which requires money. I only have a few hundred thousand left in my hands now, and I still need to buy medicine for cultivation, it's really a headache."

  "Look at you, have you forgotten the situation of saving Wei's family? Others can easily take out 5 million, don't you think this is something that can be operated on?"

  Jiang Le was taken aback, then his eyes lit up: "Right, I'm now considered a somewhat skilled cultivator with minor magical powers. Solving ordinary paranormal troubles is no problem at all, and it can completely solve my financial problems."

  Mao Xiaofang smiled and said, "It's good that you know. Although cultivators don't care about external things, money is also a resource for cultivators. And your performance in the Wei family, I'm very satisfied. It shows that you took my advice to heart. This cause and effect, you must remember it clearly. A single mistake can lead to the loss of one's path and even one's life."

  Ginger said solemnly: "Master, rest assured, although I love money, I also know what should and shouldn't be taken."

  Mao Xiaofang nodded in satisfaction, his eyebrows twitching as he smiled and said: "Right, recently you need to be careful. The evil Taoist priests who set up the evil array at the Wei family will definitely come looking for you to settle scores. Unwritten rules of the Taoist sect, casually interfering with others' affairs, that's also a matter of cause and effect."

  Jiang Le was shocked and then frowned with anger.

  Harming others is still reasonable, how about seeking justice? Once you come, don't think about leaving.