Alright, let’s break this down like a spreadsheet. First, define the “binding contract” as a functional relationship: if the station’s coordinates equal the node’s coordinates plus an offset vector, then the contract is valid. Second, compute the synergy score: each adjacent resource node contributes a multiplier to the station’s output rate, so place the station at the weighted centroid of the three highest‑yield nodes. Third, enforce the layout rule: every resource must be within a two‑tile radius; otherwise you lose the synergy bonus. So, pick the node cluster that gives the highest weighted centroid, then shift the station to the nearest integer coordinate that keeps all nodes within two tiles. That’s the optimal, contract‑binding layout. If the defendant argues otherwise, just show them the numbers—numbers don’t lie.