Chapter 337: Development Plan for the Jellyfish Lake

Building a hotel on the island, or constructing a dock on the coast, is like adding a small house to the island—it's insignificant. But altering the mountain range is no small feat.

Sweatshirt Grandpa pondered for a long time before saying, "Huluwa, we need to discuss this matter."

Chen Jianhai nodded, "I'm not in a rush, Grandpa. Just let me know the result once you've discussed it."

After discussing the matter, Chen Jianhai and the others cleverly shifted the topic and started chatting about everyday things. As they talked, night fell outside, and they bid farewell at the restaurant door and went back to their homes.

Chen Jianhai had explained everything to the islanders, and now it was up to Sweatshirt Grandpa and the others to make a decision.

That night, Chen Jianhai slept soundly.

But the islanders were sleepless.

In the island's WeChat group, messages were pouring in rapidly.

The most influential people on the island were having intense discussions and debates about the development of the Golden Jellyfish Lake.

Early the next morning,

a phone call woke Chen Jianhai from his sleep.

"Hello, Grandpa?"

"Okay! I'll take you there at noon."

...

After lunch,

Chen Jianhai arrived at the agreed location and was surprised to see several familiar faces besides Sweatshirt Grandpa.

After exchanging simple greetings,

Chen Jianhai led the group up the northern hill, following his memory.

The northern mountain range was desolate and undeveloped, essentially a wild mountain.

Normally, no one would come here to play.

However, Chen Jianhai moved through the area as if it were his backyard, knowing where every pit, climbable tree, and unwalkable slope was, much to the amazement of Sweatshirt Grandpa and the others.

"How did he discover this place?"

Sweatshirt Grandpa and the others closely followed Chen Jianhai, secretly puzzled.

Although they were experienced fishermen, climbing a mountain was a different story.

Initially, they could keep up with Chen Jianhai, but as they went further, it became more strenuous.

Especially when crossing a three-meter-long chasm,

they almost risked their lives to get across with Chen Jianhai's help.

After about 20 minutes,

Chen Jianhai pushed aside a large patch of leaves and called out from behind, "Come in, Grandpa, it's here!"

Sweatshirt Grandpa and the others exchanged a glance, half curious and half doubtful, and looked inside.

In the next moment,

a vast view replaced the narrow confines, and a refreshing breeze rustled through the leaves.

Under the bright sunlight,

countless jellyfish shimmered with golden light in the emerald-green lake, dazzling and spectacular!

"My goodness!"

"I've lived here for nearly my whole life, and this is the first time I know there's a lake here!"

Sweatshirt Grandpa murmured.

"Grandpa, come and touch it! It's not poisonous."

Chen Jianhai squatted by the lake, warmly inviting Sweatshirt Grandpa.

Skeptical, Sweatshirt Grandpa and the others walked over and put their hands in the lake.

In the next moment,

the unique sensation and the rare experience of touching jellyfish instantly captivated them.

This was a natural, magical sight!

If this scenic spot could be developed, it would undoubtedly attract a large number of tourists, greatly benefiting the island's eco-tourism.

After a long time, Sweatshirt Grandpa suddenly asked, "Do you have any ideas for developing this place?"

Chen Jianhai hesitated, "I haven't thought much about it yet."

"But at the very least, we need to properly fix the path up the mountain, maybe add some nice stone steps."

"Pavilions, changing rooms, souvenir shops, and other tourism-related facilities should also be set up. If we're going to do it, we should do it well."

"If possible, maybe we could build a gallery for nighttime viewing."

Sweatshirt Grandpa was surprised, "All that for just this lake?"

Chen Jianhai sighed, "Grandpa, that's already not much!"

"In fact, investing in development isn't hard; the key is the daily maintenance after it's developed."

"Maintenance personnel, guides for the jellyfish lake, diving instructors, water police—these are the most important!"

At this point, Chen Jianhai turned and seriously said,

"If this scenic spot is built, I prefer to select the staff from the islanders."

"First, the islanders have a family-like connection to the island, so they'll naturally have more responsibility in maintenance and protection."

"Secondly, the best viewing time for the jellyfish lake is at noon, and islanders rarely go fishing during the day. This way, they can earn an extra income."

"Thirdly, the work location is close to home, and anyone would be happy about that."

As Chen Jianhai continued to explain,

Sweatshirt Grandpa stood with his hands behind his back, gazing at the jellyfish in the lake, lost in thought.

Since arriving on the island, everything Chen Jianhai had done was to benefit the island.

Investing in the jellyfish lake, Chen Jianhai's main concern was giving the islanders more job opportunities and income, without considering his own gains.

Sweatshirt Grandpa pondered this unbelievable young man deeply. If he didn't know the islanders so well, he might even suspect that Chen Jianhai was an island child who had been lost for years and now returned to develop his hometown.

After a long time, Sweatshirt Grandpa couldn't help but ask,

"Huluwa, you're investing so much money in developing tourism for our island and letting islanders work here. What do you gain from this?"

"Increased hotel occupancy rates!" Chen Jianhai replied without hesitation.

"Xiaomajia Island is a rare natural scenic island."

"If we can develop this golden jellyfish lake into a premium attraction,"

"we can launch a 'tourism + vacation' model, turning the entire island into a comprehensive tourism industry with eating, accommodation, travel, entertainment, and more, attracting more people to visit and stay on the island!"

"Everyone can make money together; it's a win-win!"

No matter how charitable he was, he was still a businessman at heart.

Whether it was building toilets, coastal roads, or the jellyfish lake,

the ultimate goal was to improve the island's cultural and ecological environment, attracting more tourists for vacations.

The development of the hotel was never in isolation but closely linked with its surroundings.

The better the visitors' experience, the higher the reviews,

the more system points he could earn,

allowing him to build an even better resort hotel.

In other words, helping the island was also helping himself.

Sweatshirt Grandpa gave him a long, deep look.

If anyone else said this, he would think they were eyeing Xiaomajia Island as a profitable opportunity, not even bothering with pleasantries, laying out their core purpose openly.

But coming from Chen Jianhai, it sounded honest and sincere, as if he had no ulterior motives.

"How can you talk so straightforwardly!"

Sweatshirt Grandpa scolded Chen Jianhai, frustrated by his honesty.

Chen Jianhai was puzzled.

How should I talk then?

Sweatshirt Grandpa looked at Chen Jianhai's clueless face and advised earnestly,

"If the island develops in the future and someone asks why you're investing so much money in developing the island,"

"you should say it's to develop your hometown, respond to government policies and calls, and willingly commit to the island's growth."

"Never say it's to increase hotel occupancy rates!"

"Understand?"

Chen Jianhai shook his head, still confused.

But then he nodded vigorously, excited.