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Chapter 1406 Planning the Five Major Grain-Producing Regions

The door was pushed open, and Lieutenant General Wu Bin walked in, his military uniform crisp and clear, the stars on his shoulder insignia gleaming with a cold, hard luster under the indoor lights.

His first action upon entering was not to stand at attention and salute, but to turn slightly to the side and gently close the door behind him.

That soft "click" sound separated the office from the outside world, creating two separate worlds.

Gu Chengyuan didn't speak, but gestured for him to sit down with his eyes.

Wu Bin did not sit down.

He walked to the desk, stood still, raised his hand, and saluted.

The movements were standard and meticulous, but the salute lasted for a second longer than usual.

Gu Chengyuan looked at him, his lips twitching slightly as if he wanted to say something, but in the end he just nodded.

Wu Bin put his hand down and then sat down in the chair opposite the desk.

He took a document out of the folder he was carrying and handed it to Gu Chengyuan with both hands.

"Commander, this is the final plan for adjusting the policy towards Vietnam, and the Standing Committee of the Theater Command has unanimously approved it!"

Upon hearing this, Gu Chengyuan took the document but did not open it immediately. Instead, he placed it on the table and covered it with his palm.

"explain."

Gu Chengyuan's voice was hoarse, low, but clear, as he uttered a single word.

Wu Bin nodded, sat up straight, and began his report.

His voice was steady and gentle, with its usual deep and magnetic quality; he didn't sound like a general, but rather like a male announcer.

Beneath this calm surface, there was also a very faint, deliberately suppressed gentleness.

"Commander, the core strategy for adjusting the policy toward Vietnam has been finalized. After multiple rounds of deliberation, the Standing Committee of the Theater Command has finally determined the policy in eight words: relocate the army inland and focus on agriculture."

"I have already given you a verbal report on this point. What I will report today is a more specific implementation plan—especially the overall layout of the agricultural reclamation areas within Vietnam."

As Wu Bin spoke, he pulled a folded map from the folder and spread it out in front of Gu Chengyuan.

It was a topographic map of the entire territory of Vietnam from north to south, with five prominent areas marked on it using different colored highlighters.

The interplay of red, yellow, and green divides this long and narrow land into several distinct functional areas.

Gu Chengyuan's gaze fell on the map, while Wu Bin's finger landed on the alluvial plain at the southernmost point.

"First, the Mekong Delta agricultural reclamation area."

Wu Bin's voice was unhurried, like a seasoned butcher cutting up a fresh piece of pork.

"This is the very core of the entire plan! Before the apocalypse, this was the 'rice bowl' of the Yue Kingdom, with three harvests a year and an annual rice production of around 4000 million tons, often accounting for more than 50% of the Yue Kingdom's total output. It was the absolute core production area!"

"In addition, this is also the core area for aquaculture (especially Mekong giant catfish, etc.), with an annual output of millions of tons of fish and shrimp and rice production accounting for the vast majority of the country's total."

"Our plan is to take over the entire delta region by military means immediately after completing the clearing out of the resistance forces in southern Vietnam."

"Repair the irrigation system, restore the crop rotation system, and implement militarized production management. At the same time, utilize the dense river network to develop aquaculture—fish, shrimp, and crabs, which can provide valuable animal protein in the apocalypse."

He paused, then lightly tapped his finger on the green alluvial plain on the map.

"Whoever controls the Mekong Delta controls the destiny of our survival. This statement is even more true in the end times than in times of peace."

Gu Chengyuan didn't speak, but simply nodded slightly.

Wu Bin moved his finger upwards, landing on the equally vast Red River alluvial plain in the north.

"Second, the Red River Delta agricultural reclamation area."

"This is the political and economic center of northern Vietnam, and the lifeline for millions of survivors in the north. Unlike the south, the Red River Delta has the advantage of being close to our border, which facilitates direct control and the transport of supplies."

"Our vision is to promote a more intensive and facility-based modern agricultural model here."

"While planting rice, we should also develop the cultivation of vegetables with short growth cycles to quickly supply the nutritional needs of the survivors under our command in the war zone!"

At this point, Wu Bin looked up at Gu Chengyuan, whose gaze flickered slightly.

“Go on.”

Wu Bin nodded, his finger continuing to move upwards, landing on the narrow, elongated eastern section bordering the ocean.

"Third, the coastal reclamation areas in the central and northern regions."

“The natural conditions in this area are relatively harsh and not suitable for large-scale rice cultivation. But its value lies in its diversity.”

"The climate here is suitable for growing drought-resistant crops—cassava and peanuts. They have low water and fertilizer requirements and can provide essential starch and oil. However, the long coastline may come with enormous defensive pressure..."

Wu Bin's fingers gently traced the coastline.

Fourth, the central plateau agricultural reclamation area.

Wu Bin moved his finger toward the raised brown area in the center of the map.

"The high altitude and cool climate make it a rare haven of tranquility in the post-apocalyptic world. While rainfall is a limiting factor, it is well-suited for growing perennial cash crops such as coffee, rubber, tea, and pepper."

He paused slightly and looked at Gu Chengyuan.

"These things can't be eaten directly, but they have extremely high strategic value!"

"In addition, the grasslands on the plateau can be used to develop animal husbandry. Livestock such as cattle and sheep can provide a stable source of meat, milk, hides, and wool. These resources are no less valuable than food in the end times."

Gu Chengyuan's gaze lingered on the plateau region for a moment.

“Go on.”

Wu Bin's finger finally landed on the northernmost part of the map, in that mountainous and densely forested area bordering Zhou Bang.

Fifth, the northern hilly and mountainous agricultural reclamation area.

His tone lowered slightly, taking on a hint of solemnity.

“This area is characterized by high mountains, dense forests, and complex terrain, making it unsuitable for large-scale grain production.”

"Our plan is to use the hillsides to plant corn, cassava, and various fruit trees, and to plant medicinal plants and raise poultry and livestock under the trees. We do not seek high yields, but rather stability, sustainability, and a decentralized approach."

"Anyway, the survivors of Yue Kingdom are idle anyway, so as long as there is production, it is a benefit."

He raised his head and looked directly at Gu Chengyuan.

After he finished speaking, the office fell into a brief silence.

Gu Chengyuan's gaze slowly moved across the five regions, from the Mekong Delta in the south to the hilly and mountainous areas in the north; from the flat alluvial plains to the ravine-filled plateaus and mountains.

His fingers tapped lightly on the table.

"The army was relocated inland, and agriculture was carried out entirely."

He repeated those eight words in a low voice, as if he were chewing on something. After a moment of silence, Gu Chengyuan asked directly:

"Just give me the data. Once these five major grain-producing areas are established, how much will they produce annually, and how many people will they be able to feed?"

As soon as he finished speaking, Chief of Staff Wu Bin answered almost without hesitation, his voice barely containing his excitement, but with unwavering conviction:

"An annual grain output of at least 3000 million tons can feed 8000 million people!"

3000 million tons? Enough to feed 8000 million people?!

Upon hearing this data, Gu Chengyuan's gloom of the past few days was instantly swept away!

This means that if the Yue Kingdom's agricultural reclamation strategy succeeds, not only will the food problem in the Central Plains war zone be completely solved, but the food problem of the entire Zhou Kingdom in its final days will also be completely solved!

After all, since the end of the world, less than one-tenth of the population of Zhou Bang has survived...

"What about our military strategy towards Vietnam? How can we ensure its long-term stability as our final granary?"

"You should know that throughout history, the Yue Kingdom has never been peaceful."