Chapter 2750
Playing with things to lose one’s spirit
Chapter 2750 Playing with things to lose one’s spirit
Yang Xiaotao walked out of the research institute with the first game console, and many people in the corridor who heard the commotion came over to check what was going on.
"Minister Yang!"
Upon seeing Yang Xiaotao emerge, the crowd immediately made way for him.
Yang Xiaotao hummed in agreement, then slung the game console over his shoulder and walked out.
Soon, everyone noticed the black game console in Yang Xiaotao's hand. Some people's eyes lit up, while others hesitated and dared not ask.
It wasn't until they passed by the Satellite Phone Research Institute that Ye Lao and Shu Xingbei happened to come out and bumped into Yang Xiaotao, who then asked what had happened.
"Nothing much, it's just that our twelfth project team, the game console project team, has made progress, and the game console has been completed."
Yang Xiaotao said casually.
After all, he was in charge of the game console project team on the side.
Old Ye didn't think much of it after hearing it, since he already knew what Yang Xiaotao had been busy with these past few days when he was in the courtyard.
But Shu Xingbei and the others were shocked when they heard this.
Initially, the white paper from the nine departments contained ten items.
But then two more were added, and they all knew about it.
They knew it, but they never imagined the project would be completed so quickly.
It's only been less than two months.
Or is this the true strength of the Yang Department?
Everyone looked at each other.
At this moment, Yang Xiaotao had already picked up the game console to show off, saying, "Old Ye, look, this is our game console."
"Oh, it's now called the 'New Era' game console."
"I'll show you how it is, and then you'll know what it is."
So, under Old Ye's "I don't want to watch" gaze, Yang Xiaotao played a tank battle game in the corridor.
Finally, still feeling unsatisfied, he said, "It's just that I have too few 'lives.' If I could resurrect infinitely, I could definitely pass the ninth level."
After saying that, he patted the game console tightly in his hand and left the research institute under everyone's watchful eyes.
Meanwhile, there was still a 'clattering' sound in the corridor.
After a long while, people in the corridor cheered, and then some rushed straight to the game console research institute.
"Old Ye, what do I think?"
The old Taoist priest appeared beside Elder Ye at some point and whispered, "This kid is definitely working so hard just for his own amusement."
Old Ye frowned slightly upon hearing this, "I don't think so."
The old Taoist scoffed, then continued, "Let me tell you, when this kid first went to the Northwest, he was holding back a trick up his sleeve."
"But when he heard about Lao Ran's situation, he immediately showed off his skills."
"The original precision requirement was 2.0, so guess how many he produced with all his might?"
Before Elder Ye could speak, the old Taoist priest said directly, "One and a half!"
"If you want this kid to go all out, you either have to force him or get him to agree."
"I guess this time he'll be willing."
The old Taoist priest spoke with certainty, and Old Ye was stunned for a long time before finally sighing, "Young people, they just love to play."
Meanwhile, Yang Xiaotao left the research institute with the game console.
Instantly, I felt that the sky was truly blue.
This wind is so refreshing.
This sun...
Ahhh~
Rubbing his nose, Yang Xiaotao breathed a sigh of relief.
This has relieved a major worry, and I no longer have to be constantly chased by time.
The next step is to get the equipment for producing game consoles ready in Hong Kong.
Fortunately, the requirements for these devices are not high, and given Hong Kong's economic situation, these machines should be easy to buy.
With these thoughts in mind, Yang Xiaotao returned to his office without immediately communicating with the foreign trade department.
Anyway, the promise was to finish before the end of the first lunar month, and it's only the Lantern Festival now, so there are still half a month to go.
After packing his things, Yang Xiaotao walked out with his hands behind his back and headed home.
Tianjin Electronics Factory.
Factory director Gui Ming sat in his office looking at the production tasks that had just been completed.
Ever since the headquarters' quality control department discovered the problem of excessive staff, he has been on edge ever since.
Since then, Gui Ming has developed a habit of checking the factory's production tasks every two weeks, basically reviewing them according to the quality control management methods.
Under his leadership, the entire electronics factory leadership also became more cautious.
After all, what happened in Liuzhou had terrified them.
Even though the New Year has passed, I still feel lingering fear when I think about it now.
Gui Ming closed the file and let out a soft sigh.
The documents look fine; the next step is to check the actual situation tomorrow.
Thinking about this, Guiming felt a little sad.
Nowadays, the only thing electronics factories can offer is the 'Starlight Calculator'.
But after New Year's Day, the number of calculator orders was much lower than last year.
He knew that this calculator wasn't a long-term solution, but after getting used to eating white flour buns, it would be a bit of a letdown for anyone to suddenly have to eat dried sweet potatoes.
Therefore, he is also looking for new ways out for electronics factories.
Unfortunately, this way out is not something you can come up with just by dreaming.
For now, we can only take it one step at a time.
If all else fails, seek help from headquarters.
Thinking this, Guiming walked to the cot next to him and slowly lay down.
He heard that Secretary Li and Director Zhao at headquarters worked hard in this way, and he felt that he needed to improve himself.
Lying on the cot, though it was hard, relieved my back pain. As I lay down, I couldn't help but groan in comfort.
However, before Gui Ming could lie down properly, the phone on the table rang.
I finally managed to lie down, and I really don't want to get up.
It's the Lantern Festival today, who would call the office at this hour?
Don't you know nobody's here?
Unfortunately, the phone on the table kept ringing, as if it wouldn't stop ringing unless you answered it.
Gui Ming had no choice but to stand up, supporting his back, and reluctantly walk to the table to pick up the phone.
"Hello, who is it?"
Gui Ming sounded very impatient, and then Wang Kun's voice came from the phone.
"Director Gui, this is Wang Kun."
Happy Lantern Festival!
Factory Director Gui Ming straightened up, then immediately nodded and smiled, "Xiao Wang, it's almost dark before you offer your congratulations, isn't that a bit late!"
"Hehe, Director Gui, as the saying goes, good things come to those who wait. This time I've brought some real treats."
Gui Ming, who had been somewhat absent-minded, immediately perked up upon hearing this. He knew Wang Kun's personality; although he could be a bit unconventional at times, he was generally reliable.
Since he was told there would be good food and delicious dishes, he wasn't going to be naive and think he was just there to eat.
"Xiao Wang, how impressive is this main dish?"
Gui Ming asked cautiously, slowly sitting down in the chair with an expectant look on his face.
"A main dish, of course it has to be substantial!"
"At the very least, it won't be any worse than your beloved child!"
"Really?"
Gui Ming's buttocks involuntarily lifted up, his face showing not only expectation but also shock.
Who doesn't know that he's the apple of his eye?
That's a star calculator.
Harder than a star calculator?
What is this?
Wang Kun and Gui Ming spoke in riddles for a while before finally getting down to business.
"Director Gui, do you still remember what we asked for from your factory last time?"
Gui Ming recalled the mission assigned by headquarters before the Lunar New Year, and then thought of the news he had heard recently after the holiday. Suddenly, a thought popped into his head: "Xiao Wang, you guys, you didn't actually make that game console, did you?"
After saying this, Gui Ming felt somewhat disappointed.
Game consoles? He really had no interest in them. In his view, they were just for kids, like those rattles on the street—what kind of "future" could they possibly have?
I looked down on this thing a bit, but as the saying goes, even a grasshopper's leg is meat.
Nowadays, electronics factories face both long-term and immediate concerns.
Especially after the last incident, their impression with headquarters had already been negatively affected, so they no longer had the confidence to be picky.
They should be thankful as long as their superiors and the people at headquarters still remember them.
If he's unwilling and reluctant, he can't say how the electronics factory will fare, but his position as factory manager is definitely over.
For a moment, Gui Ming felt a pang of unease, but he could only bury it deep inside and put on a smile again.
"Yes, it's a game console."
"You have no idea, we didn't even have a proper New Year because of this. Luckily, we managed to make it."
"Well, Director Yang said we need to organize production as soon as possible, but of course, we don't need to produce too much..."
Wang Kun was still talking, but Gui Ming was no longer in the mood to listen carefully because he heard the word "Minister Yang".
After Wang Kun had been rambling on for a while, Gui Ming finally interjected, "Little Wang, you're saying this game console was issued by Minister Yang?"
"Yes, of course. This is our headquarters' twelfth key project. Director Yang said it's a project to build a factory in Hong Kong. You must have heard about it!"
Gui Ming's heart clenched, and his hands trembled slightly.
The twelfth key project.
What the heck is this?
He only knows ten.
What is the 11th?
Why don't I even know?
Gui Ming was still thinking about what the National Day holiday was, but he quickly realized that there was no point in thinking about such things now.
"I heard about it, I heard about it! I'm so excited, so incredibly excited!"
Gui Ming quickly replied, "Well, just send me a telegram if you need anything, and I'll send someone to prepare it right away!"
“We have all of that right here. Just tell us when you want it done and how much you want, and we’ll make it for you right away!”
Upon hearing this, Wang Kun immediately said, "The sooner the better, I think Minister Yang is a bit anxious."
"Okay, okay, okay! Send it over quickly, I'll organize the manpower right now."
Upon hearing that Yang Xiaotao was anxious about this, Gui Ming dared not slack off and wanted to find someone immediately to get started today.
After hanging up the phone, Gui Ming calmed his excited emotions in his seat.
The twelfth key project of the nine ministries.
I've contacted them.
After everything was sorted out, Guiming stood up excitedly, then looked at the cot and suddenly had a strange feeling.
My efforts have finally paid off.
Wang Kun was equally excited.
Although Yang Xiaotao didn't say he was in such a hurry, they were anxious.
Both of these games need to be tested.
The most urgent task is to build more units as soon as possible so that problems can be detected in time.
He definitely didn't deliberately "falsify imperial edicts" just to play the game.
Wang Kun is not that kind of person!
As he spoke, he snatched the game console from Lu Tao's hand, then, with the air of a seasoned pro, said, "You guys aren't good enough, so I'll teach you."
Hello, I'm Mario!
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Siheyuan.
Yang Xiaotao came back a little early today, which made Ran Qiuye feel a little uneasy.
Normally, I don't show my face to anyone during the day.
"I've finished my work and I'm going to my in-laws' house, so I'll come back early."
Yang Xiaotao began to explain, while Ran Qiuye packed her things, "I wasn't expecting you to come back early anyway, just to have a meal together would have been fine."
Yang Xiaotao smiled apologetically. He had been extremely busy lately and had to leave the family matters to Ran Qiuye.
But school is about to start, and my wife is busy with work.
It seems that all I need to do is my job well, but my wife not only has to work but also take care of the whole family.
This…
Where can you find such a good wife?
As Ran Qiuye was tidying up, she felt Yang Xiaotao hug her from behind.
"Daughter-in-law, you are so kind!"
Hearing that familiar yet cheesy voice, even though it had happened more than once, Ran Qiuye still felt a sweet warmth in her heart.
Just like the three words "I love you," couples may feel it without saying it after being together for a long time, but saying it aloud definitely evokes a different feeling.
Of course, it also depends on the occasion...
"Stop joking around, hurry up, Mom's waiting at home."
"As ordered!"
"By the way, Dad isn't back yet?"
Ran Qiuye snorted coldly, "Same as you."
Yang Xiaotao immediately turned around and went out to find the children. "Miaomiao, it's Dragon Boat Festival. Dad brought you some fun things."
The children at the door stared wide-eyed, and Duanwu instinctively wanted to stay away from his father.
Just a few days after the Lantern Festival, the weather in Beijing became much milder, and the wind blowing from the northwest was no longer so cold and violent.
Yang Xiaotao strolled into the office building. As soon as he entered the office, he heard Lou Xiao'e and Liu Lixue talking animatedly. When they saw Yang Xiaotao come in, they stopped talking, but their eyes were full of urging.
Before Yang Xiaotao could even sit down, Liu Lixue rushed forward and asked, "Director Yang, would we sell this new-era game console?"
"What do you mean?"
Liu Lixue diligently went to the desk and poured Yang Xiaotao a cup of hot water.
Yang Xiaotao sat down and glanced at Liu Lixue.
The latter said with a smile, "Director Yang, the new-era game console that our research institute developed is a huge hit."
"The kind of big fire."
Lou Xiao'e added from the side, quickly speaking as she came to the table, "Everyone wants to play this game machine. The line of people waiting to play it has already filled three pages."
"What three pieces of paper? That was yesterday. When I went to the research institute this morning, I heard that they wrote it on the blackboard."
"Ten minutes per person, no exceptions."
Did you write it down for me?
"Of course I wrote it!"
The two were completely unaware that Yang Xiaotao's expression was growing colder as they talked.
When the two realized something was wrong, they saw Yang Xiaotao with a cold face and arms crossed, so they quickly stuck out their tongues and ran to their desks.
Yang Xiaotao got up and walked out into the corridor, lit a cigarette, and smoked it by the window.
Before long, Yang Xiaotao's complexion worsened.
Because in that short period of time, everyone passing by was talking about video game consoles.
Some people say how it is to play, some say there are game tips and tricks, and some even dream of owning a game console.
Yang Xiaotao bent down and stubbed out his cigarette, then walked out of the office building and wandered around the factory.
The final result was exactly what Yang Xiaotao had expected.
Discussions about 'game consoles' could be heard in the workshops, canteens, warehouses, and even the security office.
All of this was completely unexpected for Yang Xiaotao.
To be honest, the first day I played the game was just for nostalgia.
He stopped thinking about it the next day.
However, he still overlooked the lack of entertainment in this era.
A game console, in just a few days, has had such a big and profound impact.
Back in his office, Yang Xiaotao sat silently in his chair, tapping his fingers on the desk before letting out a sigh.
As the ancients said, "Playing with toys can lead to the loss of ambition."
"That's absolutely true!"