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"Aren't there any artists?"

Zhou Wu looked at the group of people standing in front of him. Their rough hands clearly indicated that they were not the ones who had written the book.

"Sir, we've searched several times, but there really isn't anyone who can draw."

The servant looked troubled. In these days, people can't even get enough to eat. Ordinary people either learn a trade to make money or study to pass the imperial examinations. Who would study painting specifically? It's something that can't make money or help them pass the imperial examinations.

"Never mind, it seems I'll have to take matters into my own hands."

In his previous life, Zhou Wu enjoyed doodling for a while. Although he had never studied it systematically, he could still draw some templates and design drawings without much trouble.

Zhou Wu picked up the brush and made a few strokes before giving up. His calligraphy was so bad it looked like a dog's scribbles, let alone his ability to paint.

"Go get me those few pieces of coal."

"Yes."

But this did not stump Zhou Wu; even without a hard pen, sharpened coal would suffice.

I selected a few pieces of coal that felt comfortable to handle, and casually rubbed them on the ground to test their feel.

"It's much better than a calligraphy brush."

With the pen problem solved, Zhou Wu began to draw on the paper.

Zhou Wu's idea to attract tourists is actually quite simple: to build a theme park.

What Zhou Wu is painting now are some of the things in theme parks.

After the drawing is completed, the carpenters will carve a scaled-down version of the sand table. Then, when the merchants are asked to explain using the sand table, they will easily understand.

"An ocean world is a must. Even if it doesn't have glass, we can dig a water pit and make a simple one."

"A carousel is a must."

"Floating hotels are a good option."

"..."

When Zhou Wu picked up his pen and started drawing, he realized that many things were not as simple as he had imagined. A simple amusement park, which seemed ordinary in the past, was simply a pipe dream to be replicated in this era. The power systems of many amusement facilities would simply malfunction and break down.

However, Zhou Wu, who had been holding back for several days, also solved some simple projects, such as the carousel, which could actually be driven by animal power, just like a mill.

Forget about roller coasters; the power system is unsolvable, and there's not even a way to create a safe and secure safety device.

The drawings, which were originally planned to be completed in three days, were extended to seven days.

When Zhou Wu left the study, he looked just like a student who had skipped class and stayed up all night surfing the internet.

"Give these to the carpenters and have them make models to scale."

"Yes."

After giving his instructions, Zhou Wu didn't want to say another word and went straight back to his room, where he fell fast asleep.

I've been sleeping in the study these past few days, but the quality of my sleep is nowhere near guaranteed.

The carpenters, who had been waiting for a long time, immediately divided the work and began carving after receiving the blueprints. Although they did not know what it was, Lord Zhou had instructed them to make it as soon as possible, so no one dared to delay for a moment.

. . . . . .

A few days later, Zhou Wu summoned the same group of merchants again.

Once everyone had arrived, Zhou Wu began to introduce his achievements over the past few days.

"Ladies and gentlemen, regarding the development of the tourism industry, I said last time that it should have its own unique characteristics, and that is the unique characteristic of our South China Sea."

The conference table where everyone was sitting was covered with a cloth, which everyone could see when they entered.

"This is..."

At first, everyone thought it was some unfinished project with such a large table. After all, repairs and maintenance were commonplace in Nanhai City. But to everyone's surprise, it turned out to be the grand plan that Lord Zhou had mentioned.

"I call it a theme park."

As Zhou Wu explained, the servants lifted the cloth, revealing the contents inside.

It looks like a miniature town, but upon closer inspection, it's quite different because besides houses, there are many other buildings that are of unknown origin.

"Let me give you a brief introduction."

"On a carousel, once people sit on it..."

"The water hotel is right on the coast, with the azure sea right below the rooms."

"..."

Zhou Wu meticulously introduced each project to everyone, even explaining the park's layout, the reasons for its design, and its significance.

There is also a park performance every morning and afternoon.

Now everyone just wants to crack open Zhou Wu's head and see how he came up with all these fancy ideas.

Merchants have traveled all over the country and seen a lot, but the things Zhou Wu is making are things you've never even heard of, let alone seen. But you know what? They seem really interesting.

"If we develop some of the unique natural scenery of the South China Sea islands, we can encourage tourists to stay longer. They'll spend money every day, and then we can make money."

"Lord Zhou truly deserves to be called a business genius; we are truly impressed."

"We are utterly in awe of your wisdom, sir."

"Sir, we all think this project is feasible."

The merchants cheered, while Zhou Wu thought to himself, if copying this homework still doesn't work, then Zhou Wu might as well give up.

"Alright, since everyone thinks it's feasible, let's get started. But while the theme park is being built, don't be idle. Notify your bosses, managers, and managers to help promote it through their chamber of commerce activities."

"It's natural."

"Don't worry, sir, I will definitely have the Chamber of Commerce promote it extensively."

"That's right, nobody wants to turn down money."

No one understands the importance of promotion better than businessmen, so Zhou Wu's suggestion was met with enthusiastic support.

"There's one more thing I need everyone's help with."

Seeing that the crowd was about to disperse, Zhou Wu made another request. Everyone stopped and looked at Zhou Wu, waiting for him to speak.

"As you can see, the theme park is quite large in scale, but Nanhai City can't possibly spare so many craftsmen to do this, so we can only borrow the craftsmen you all have. Don't worry, I'll pay them as usual."

The construction of Nanhai City attracted many inland craftsmen, which directly led to a shortage of skilled workers in many inland cities along the coast near Nanhai Island.

This situation even led some local officials to complain to the capital, but the capital couldn't really stop Zhou Wu's work for such a thing. However, they did issue a verbal warning, so Zhou Wu could only use the existing manpower.

"Sir, is that all? It's a small matter. I'll send the craftsmen I have over tomorrow."

“The lord is doing us a favor by employing our craftsmen. What’s with all this talk about wages? Isn’t this just slapping us in the face?”

"That's right, sir, please don't mention wages again."

Most of these merchants and artisans had signed indentured servitude contracts, meaning that these artisans were essentially their retainers, with no freedom whatsoever, and everything they did was entirely up to their master.