This rooftop adopts a semi-enclosed composite structure design.
The west side retains the complete building structure, while the east side is an open-air platform without any obstructions.
Gray concrete railings form a spacious viewing area.
The surrounding houses are generally low, without obstructions, allowing sunlight to pour down and make the rough floor tiles slightly warm.
Looking into the distance, the sprawling buildings and the winding coastline seamlessly connect.
In the distance, the container terminal is busily operating, with the arm of a giant crane slowly moving.
The shimring waves flicker and dance on the sea, blending with the port’s industrial atmosphere to form a unique urban landscape.
When the wind is a bit strong, you can even faintly hear the sound of waves, making this platform in the bustling city appear even more open and transparent.
"Phew—"
Lin Chuqiao let out a long breath, as if expelling all the stuffiness accumulated in the warehouse earlier.
She lifted her face, spread her arms, enjoying the sunlight and sea breeze, and exclaid in surprise:
"I really didn’t expect such a ssy place to have such a good location; in the future, we can even hold an open-air tea party here."
"It’s indeed a good spot."
Fang Cheng leaned on the railing, took a deep breath, the sea breeze tousling his hair but not dispelling the sharpness in his eyes.
Standing here, not only can you look far into the bustling port, but the ant-nest-like maze of market alleyways below is also fully visible.
Ye Zhiran stood beside him, also nodding slightly:
"The view is good. As long as an observation post is set up on the rooftop, no movent within two kiloters can escape our eyes."
"Moreover, the dense surrounding houses and complex flow of people can form natural cover. Additionally, with a hidden passage in the basent leading to the waterway, there are many options for evacuation should we encounter an irresistible force."
Seeing everyone’s enthusiastic approval, Xiao Shuai, who had been a bit anxious, finally felt relieved.
He straightened his chest, unable to hide his pride, as if saying, "You can trust with this."
"Then it’s settled. From now on, this will be our main base number one."
Fang Cheng made the decision imdiately, turning to survey the surrounding environnt, his eyes sparkling with satisfaction.
The four of them stood on the terrace, basking in the sunlight, beginning to discuss the details of implentation.
"Since we’ve settled on this place, the renovations need to be expedited."
Lin Chuqiao took out a notebook and pen from her bag, recording while saying:
"Based on the discussion earlier, the first floor can be disguised as an ordinary trading company for reception and cover, while the second and third floors will serve as the administrative office and eting room for the organization."
"The fourth floor and above will be the core area and safe house, including an intelligence room, equipnt room, and temporary rest room, requiring high-standard security installations."
"We need to buy a lot of things: office supplies, surveillance equipnt, servers..."
As she spoke, she looked up at Fang Cheng:
"I’ll draft a specific purchase list when I get back, but as for the ownership issue of this building..."
"The landlord of this building is eager to sell, asking for twelve million."
Xiao Shuai imdiately chid in, clearly having done his howork:
"I see he lost money in the stock market and is eager to pay off debts, so we might be able to negotiate down to just over ten million."
"No need to press it, so as not to let the opportunity slip away."
Fang Cheng waved his hand, exuding a sense of wealth and confidence:
"I’ll transfer the money to your account later. We’ve brought back fifty million in seed money, which is enough to buy this building outright and renovate it to the highest standards."
"Fifty, fifty million?!"
Xiao Shuai’s eyes widened, taking a deep breath.
His gaze at Fang Cheng was practically starstruck; he couldn’t figure out how the president managed to raise so much money in less than two weeks.
"Funding isn’t the issue."
Fang Cheng finished speaking, turning to Ye Zhiran:
"The key is a shortage of manpower. Professor, how are the two mbers from your forr team doing?"
"I’ve already reached out."
Ye Zhiran pushed his glasses, responding with confidence:
"Big Hamr lost all his money in Australia Island and is being chased by creditors. As soon as he heard there’s sothing to do, he agreed imdiately."
"As for Monkey, he can’t stay at his hotown, his skills going unused, so he’s willing to co and try. He should arrive in the next couple of days."
He paused for a mont and added:
"Big Hamr might be straightforward, but his ability to turn into a Werewolf is extrely useful. He’s tough and resilient, making him perfect for action departnt’s front line."
"Monkey is a retired reconnaissance soldier, proficient in various reconnaissance and counter-reconnaissance tactics, with a ticulous mind. We can place him in the intelligence departnt to help build the information network."
"That works."
Fang Cheng nodded in agreent:
"The task of setting up the departnt frawork is entirely up to you. Just report the progress to regularly."
"As for staffing the other departnts with vacancies, we can take our ti finding the right candidates. Quality over quantity."
At this point, Lin Chuqiao closed her notebook, frowning slightly as she interjected:
"Brother Cheng, manpower is indeed a big issue, especially in logistics. I definitely can’t handle it all by myself."
"Particularly on the financial side, with such large cash flows, if we don’t have a reliable accountant to manage it, problems could easily arise."
"Speaking of accountants..."
At those words, Fang Cheng turned his gaze to Xiao Shuai:
"How about the person I asked you to look into earlier?"
"I dug up everything!"
Upon hearing the president ntion this, Xiao Shuai’s spirit was instantly lifted, eagerly reporting:
"That Wang Li has a clean background. His wife has uremia, which costs a lot for dialysis every month, and their family is now broke, but he’s still sticking it out."
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