Rebirth: Super Banking System Chapter 2468 - 2306: That’s a Costly Gamble

Deep-sea extraction.

If that is your desire.

Frankly, it is not overly complicated. The most efficient strategy involves slicing a high-quality mine from elsewhere in its entirety, then simply depositing it into the ocean.

Naturally.

A degree of concealment is required. For instance, sculpting the seabed topography to match the surrounding area is essential. All things considered, the task is quite manageable.

Furthermore.

Being that it is categorized as a deep-sea drilling budget.

Anything extracted.

Is subject to complete monitoring.

Our equipment and our staff are in place. Given specific security concerns, many of the upper-level critical roles are manned by specialized fighters.

As for others.

They mostly handle auxiliary mining tasks. Consequently, he can brazenly integrate a teleportation node directly into the ore-processing machinery.

Whatever is required.

Simply transmit it.

It is exceptionally convenient.

...

A week later.

Sea Province.

The coastal testing facility is bustling with activity. In addition to the base’s technical staff, numerous construction laborers gaze with fervor toward the distant horizon.

Out there.

The culmination of over a year of rigorous endeavor.

---The Floating Vessel.

From a distance, distinguishing its ship-like form is nearly impossible. The deck of the Floating Vessel sits approximately twenty meters above the water line, entirely enveloped in a pristine white coat.

Transplanted vines cascade downward.

An obstruction?

Occasionally.

However, operational machinery is hardly so fragile that a few vines would impede it. On the contrary, the aesthetic is quite comforting.

Looking down from above.

It resembles a verdant jungle.

At the heart of the island.

A massive iron structure rises into the sky.

"It is breathtaking!"

"I would give anything to live up there."

"Indeed."

"I wonder when it will break even. This project is exorbitantly expensive; had it not been for the steel sourced from Wan Qing Mining, the total bill would have surpassed twenty billion."

"Truly astronomical!"

"Such opulence!"

"..."

The crowd heaped praise upon the project. Even if it fails to recoup its costs, like many ceremonial landmarks, it is worth seeing just for the sheer spectacle.

Its visual allure is undeniable.

Sightseeing.

Tourism.

Potential ticket revenue could be substantial.

...

Amongst the onlookers.

Several provincial officials stood, filled with a mixture of admiration and quiet astonishment. The gargantuan structure before them represents an investment exceeding one hundred billion RMB.

Furthermore.

The Floating Vessel has commanded immense interest since its inception.

Today.

Numerous media outlets are present, broadcasting the event live.

This occasion.

Will certainly elevate the province’s reputation. Although they hope the vessel remains as a permanent tourist attraction, they recognize the impracticality of such a wish.

Even at a hundred per ticket.

With ten thousand daily visitors, that is merely one million. Thirty million a month, or four hundred million annually. Such revenue would barely cover depreciation.

Beside that.

Tang Qing is hardly concerned with such sums. As a mining tool, its utility is questionable unless dealing in precious metals; otherwise, the initial costs are simply too astronomical.

A billion-dollar deviation.

Truly extravagant!

Lavish!

Observing the structure.

One might suspect Tang Qing never intended to mine at all, but rather sought to construct a mobile island for amusement. Looking at it from above, does any part truly resemble a mining vessel?

Blooms.

Lawns.

Flora.

Alongside various leisure facilities and private villas, it looks more like a luxury resort.

Mining?

Hardly. This is simply Tang Qing’s private plaything.

A billion-dollar toy.

...

Comet Video.

Homepage.

The feed is live.

"Wow, I thought this was an island from the thumbnail, but it’s actually a ship?"

"Must be a new viewer."

"Precisely!"

"This is a marine extraction vessel developed by Tang Qing’s company, designed for deep-sea mining. It enters the acceptance phase today, with sea trials starting the day after tomorrow."

"Understood!"

"..."

Despite constant scrutiny, some viewers only clicked on the recommendation today, finally catching a glimpse of the Floating Vessel.

At first glance.

They were captivated.

"Based on the aesthetic, who could possibly identify this as a mining vessel?"

"Precisely so!"

"Magnificent!"

"If this place allowed visitors, I would book a passage immediately. This space and deck layout are far superior to any ordinary cruise ship!"

"Without question."

"This is genuine island-hopping. I highly recommend Tang Qing construct another solely for tourism and launch a global voyage."

"Agreed!"

"Support!"

"+1."

"..."

Everyone understood that unless the mining project yields nothing, Tang Qing is unlikely to open it to the public. However, the hope that it remains a vanity project only continues to grow.

It gathers momentum.

This time.

Critics who previously intended to attack Tang Qing for his 'wasteful' spending find themselves rendered mute.

What is happening?

Still pessimistic?

How can one remain a cynic now?

Moreover.

Within this atmosphere of playful skepticism, even if the venture fails financially, the public will gladly embrace a new tourist landmark.

How frustrating!

Why does every endeavor Tang Qing touches become so unpredictable?

Upon deeper reflection.

The truth becomes apparent.

In the past.

Tang Qing invested in numerous 'experimental projects'—unmanned kiosks, charging stations, shared umbrella services—all appearing destined for failure.

In the end.

Most achieved success.

Of course.

Not every venture was meant to scale. When Tang Qing launched his unmanned store, he frankly remarked:

Is the goal profit?

No.

He simply wished to introduce a bit of wonder into the world. Money is mundane; adding novelty to life—that is the objective.

Bringing unrealistic visions to life.

That is sufficient.

Ever since.

Tang Qing’s ventures, whether profitable or not, are rarely subject to petty critiques, lest the critic appear small-minded.

What is there to say?

A man with capital chooses to burn it to offer us a glimpse of the future.

Is there a problem?

It could be said.

Even if Tang Qing’s firm suffers substantial losses, he would still possess a loyal following, simply because of his name.

While they may seem routine, seeing something a bit extra is refreshing. To gauge an entrepreneur solely on the bottom line is a sign of a limited perspective.

And quite boring.

Beyond money.

Is there nothing else worth seeing?

...

"Boss Tang!"

Tang Qing made a late entrance.

Upon arrival.

He encountered provincial leadership and the base management; in fact, the acceptance process had been underway since early morning.

From the interior out.

From top to bottom.

Every square inch underwent rigorous inspection. Over five hundred personnel were involved in the audit, conducting a comprehensive deep-dive into the Floating Vessel.

Numerous stages.

Consequently.

Static tests will continue until tomorrow morning, followed by power trials and refueling in the afternoon.

By the day after.

The sea trial phase officially initiates.

Truly.

Tang Qing will remain here for the next week, overseeing the tests and enjoying some time at sea. Floating upon a man-made island is, after all, a novel experience.`