Chapter 2881
Occupying the latrine and not shitting
Chapter 2881 Occupying the latrine and not shitting
The next day, at the airport.
Yang Xiaotao held a cigarette, blowing smoke rings at the sun overhead, rubbing his eyes and yawning from time to time.
Last night, in a moment of excitement, I was persuaded by Guan Zhiyong to stay at the steel plant for a late-night snack.
When they got back to the courtyard house, it was almost dawn.
As soon as I got home, took off my clothes, and got into bed, Ran Qiuye, who had been woken up, grabbed me and kept talking about the Dragon Boat Festival.
Yang Xiaotao then realized that the competition in Hong Kong had already ended.
Then, after listening to Ran Qiuye's rambling, I was only in a daze for a short while before I was arrested in the morning.
And then I arrived here.
I'm so sleepy.
Not far away, Old Chen and Old Zhang were chatting, and laughter could be heard from time to time. Yang Xiaotao didn't know why they were so happy.
Could it be someone from the Federal Republic of Germany?
That shouldn’t be the case!
As Yang Xiaotao was thinking this, Yu Zecheng, who was standing to the side, walked over with a cigarette in his hand, his tone displeased.
"Tell me, what kind of father greets his son at the airport?"
"Isn't this going against the Heavenly Spirits?!"
As they spoke, Yang Xiaotao glanced at the sky and saw no sign of displeasure. In fact, he could see a hint of smugness on the other person's face.
He then ignored him, saying, "If you're busy, you can go ahead and do your thing."
"Anyway, the mothers are all here."
Yu Zecheng raised an eyebrow and then looked at the women soldiers beside him.
Ran Qiuye, Cui Ping, Tang Mingyue, Feng Nan, and Liu Yuhua all came.
Lou Xiao'e also came as the godmother of the Dragon Boat Festival.
In short, apart from Ran Hongbing, all the other mothers came.
"It's alright, I have plenty of time!"
Yu Zecheng gave an awkward laugh. If he left now, he could forget about going to bed with his wife when he got home.
However, Yu Zecheng was still very proud when he thought about how his child had won this honor.
Even though he himself is already full of honors, it's his own son who has made a name for himself, and he feels very proud when talking to his brothers.
"By the way, what did the higher-ups say about this bonus?"
Yu Zecheng suddenly leaned closer and spoke.
It wasn't that he was after the money; the main problem was that he couldn't leave so much money in the hands of his children, and even they, as parents, couldn't easily take over it.
If someone were to actually take this huge sum of money, someone would probably cause trouble.
Yang Xiaotao naturally understood what Yu Zecheng meant, and then looked at Old Chen, who was joking and laughing beside him, "Just hand it over, what else can you do? You don't expect me to take it home!"
“Each child receives a certificate and ten yuan, then the school that attends the school gives them a commendation, and the workplace gives them a reward. That’s how it goes.”
Yang Xiaotao spoke casually, and Yu Zecheng thought it was a good idea.
But then she immediately asked, "Can I give it to my workplace?"
As she spoke, she winked, "You know, our department's budget is a bit tight!"
Yang Xiaotao nodded immediately after hearing this, "That makes sense."
"Old Yu, go tell the boss that our share is up to you!"
Yu Zecheng's eyes widened in disbelief. "Shouldn't you be the one to say that?"
"What?"
Yang Xiaotao's eyes also widened, but his were even bigger, making him seem more imposing.
Yu Zecheng gestured with his lip, "Your family and your workplace have five out of seven people, that's the majority. If you don't go, who will?"
Yang Xiaotao shrugged and said, "Forget it, we in the Ninth Department don't care about that!"
Yu Zecheng remained silent, not wanting to talk to Yang Xiaotao anymore.
Zhao Gang and Zhou Kui behind them were equally speechless.
These two guys both want someone else to take the lead and want to reap the benefits.
Unlike the men who are idle here, the women's group is bustling and noisy.
"Qiuye, the children have really made something of themselves this time, I suggest we celebrate properly!"
Cuiping, who enjoys lively gatherings, immediately offered her suggestions.
Ran Qiuye had no objections; after all, the fun was in the moment, and playing with the children was a good thing.
Ran Qiuye then looked at Tang Mingyue, who was busy with official duties and probably had taken leave to pick up the child.
Tang Mingyue understood the situation when she saw Ran Qiuye looking over, so she smiled and said, "If it's today, there shouldn't be any problem."
Ran Qiuye immediately nodded, then smiled and looked at Feng Nan and the others beside her, "How about this afternoon? We can have dinner together tonight!"
Feng Nan nodded, "I'm fine with it, anyway, my husband doesn't come home for dinner."
Liu Yuhua patted her stomach and said, "I'm going to find my husband and ask him to go buy groceries. This kid definitely won't be used to the food in the south!"
As for cooking, everyone looked at Ran Qiuye.
"I'll have my husband cook!"
After Ran Qiuye finished speaking, Feng Nan, who was standing next to her, asked apologetically, "I heard from Zhao Gang that they've been quite busy lately. Is it inappropriate?"
As they spoke, everyone looked at Lou Xiao'e, Yang Xiaotao's secretary, who knew perfectly well how busy she was.
Seeing everyone looking over, Lou Xiao'e hesitated for a moment before nodding, "I've been quite busy lately."
Upon hearing this, Ran Qiuye raised her head, revealing her snow-white swan neck, and asked, "When is he ever not busy?"
"Don't worry, he definitely wouldn't agree to this if it were anything else."
"But if it's for his precious daughter, I'd make him quit his job!"
The group burst into laughter upon hearing this.
However, it's true that Yang Xiaotao dotes on his daughter.
This is different from the current trend of valuing sons over daughters, and it has also changed the attitudes of many people in the Ninth Department.
Hearing Ran Qiuye say this, Tang Mingyue couldn't help but recall a phrase her commander often mentioned: "Boys can't get by without falling down."
Therefore, it seems that Yang Xiaotao did the right thing.
As they chatted, Liu Yuhua walked over to Yang Xiaotao and the others.
Once the matter was explained, Yang Xiaotao knew what the group was planning. Then, seeing Ran Qiuye's smiling eyes, he nodded in agreement.
But going out for a meal isn't a big deal.
Yu Zecheng, standing to the side, looked troubled. He had to go back in the afternoon, but when he saw Cui Ping's eyes drifting over, he still nodded from the bottom of his heart.
Soon, everyone agreed to go to the park in the afternoon and have a gathering at the courtyard house in the evening.
Somehow, Secretary Guo overheard the news, said a few words to Old Chen, and then quickly walked over.
"The children did a great job this time, bringing honor to the country!"
"However, we won't publicize it, so please understand!"
Yang Xiaotao nodded, "Don't worry, boss. We never intended to publicize it. If we did, those bastards would cause a huge uproar!"
Hearing Yang Xiaotao say this, the women soldiers behind him were a little unhappy, but they didn't dare to speak in front of Old Chen.
Perhaps this is the difference between being a father and being a mother.
All a mother thinks about is her child becoming successful and bringing honor to the family.
As a father, I just want to avoid trouble...
"That's the best way for you to think!"
Old Chen nodded with satisfaction, after all, he was a father himself.
Then, as if remembering something, he said, "The children really did well this time. You should celebrate properly and ask Secretary Guo for reimbursement later."
"That's great!"
Yang Xiaotao was delighted to hear that he could eat and drink for free without having to lift a finger. Everyone was satisfied, and their enthusiasm for chatting grew even stronger.
Old Chen took the opportunity to say a few words to Yang Xiaotao.
"Yesterday I asked the Third Ministry of Machine Building and the Logistics Department how the aircraft were coming along. Guess what they said?"
Old Chen asked in a joking tone.
Yang Xiaotao shrugged. "Boss, I'm at the research institute all day long, how can I have time to care about them!"
After Yang Xiaotao finished speaking, he looked at Old Chen's mocking expression and asked, "They're not using our engines as a shield, are they?"
Old Chen nodded with a smile.
Yang Xiaotao cursed inwardly and couldn't help but say, "We've already given them the engine design drawings, performance and dimensional data, etc. They can just follow them. What's it to us?"
Old Chen chuckled and said, "They think the design you provided is a bit too demanding!"
Yang Xiaotao immediately shut up upon hearing this, and didn't want to say anything more.
It's the same old thing again.
Seeing that the design requirements were too high and I couldn't make it, I wanted to revise the design drawings.
They're still the same old thing.
"Well, there's nothing we can do about it. That's how we designed it. If they want to change the design, then let them do it themselves."
"We're not changing it!"
At this point, Yang Xiaotao added dismissively, "If all else fails, we'll design our own airplane and stop playing with them!"
After he finished speaking, Old Chen's eyes lit up.
This was what he was waiting for.
He then smiled and said, "Don't worry, I will definitely support your design."
"Adapting for the sake of adapting is no longer a viable approach!"
"If they really go back on their word and deny it, I'll give you the follow-up funds."
Old Chen said with a smile, and Yang Xiaotao initially thought it made sense.
But then he suddenly realized at the end, "Wait, boss, what do you mean?"
Old Chen looked at Yang Xiaotao seriously, "You said it yourself, at worst you can do it yourselves!"
"I feel like they're a bit unreliable!"
I have high hopes for you guys!
Yang Xiaotao's mouth dropped open. Although the system contained the F15 design blueprints, the system required high specifications.
Even though the Ninth Division has already produced the White Horse fighter jet, the design concepts of the two are too different, and it will take more than a year or two to complete it.
Besides, the nine departments don't have that much time to do it.
When asked to show the design drawings to others, Yang Xiaotao was genuinely worried that what would be produced in the end would not be a soaring "eagle," but a "chicken" that couldn't fly!
That's why Yang Xiaotao included the turbofan engine in the white paper of the Ninth Department, instead of the F-15.
But now that Old Chen had set a trap for him, Yang Xiaotao immediately realized that something must have gone wrong with Old Qin.
However, Yang Xiaotao also knew that even if he agreed to this, it wouldn't be something that could be done in the next two years.
So he spread his hands and said with a wry smile, "Boss, you think too highly of us."
"This is an airplane, and a turbofan-powered one at that. We might have some experience with turbo-powered airplanes, but this is a different runway. Even if we wanted to build it, we'd need to be given time!"
"It might take ten or twenty years to make."
Seeing that Yang Xiaotao's words did not seem fake, Old Chen also disapproved of Yang Xiaotao's attitude.
After all, this guy is too good at hiding his true abilities; he probably won't reveal them unless pushed to the limit.
Seeing that Old Chen was still skeptical, Yang Xiaotao quickly changed the subject, "Boss, you look so handsome these days, is there some good news?"
After listening to Yang Xiaotao, Old Chen pondered for a moment, then looked around and said, "This matter is still undecided."
"But it won't hurt to tell you."
Then, as he leaned forward, Yang Xiaotao quickly moved closer and heard Old Chen whisper something in his ear.
Yang Xiaotao gasped instantly, then pounded his thigh.
How could he forget something so important?
The Five Constants!
This is not Wuchang rice!
However, if you think about the timeline, it seems like it was this year, within this specific period, that they won back!
"This matter is still underway; it will need to be approved by a vote later!"
"We are currently in contact with several countries, and many comrades are working hard!"
"Now, it all comes down to this final push!"
Old Chen was somewhat moved, but also a little worried.
In recent years, China has developed rapidly and achieved great success in many fields, even gaining international recognition.
This has made their voice grow louder on the international stage, and more and more countries are beginning to believe in them.
However, it can also bring unnecessary trouble.
It will also invite resentment from others.
Besides, that position is already taken!
So, I've put in so much effort this time, if I don't pass, I won't have this good opportunity next time!
Seeing the worried look on Old Chen's face, Yang Xiaotao said with a confident expression, "Leader, please don't worry."
"What belongs to us, must be ours, and no one can take it away!"
"We're definitely going to get in this time. As for those who've taken our spots, they'll have to pack their bags and leave once we get there!"
Old Chen laughed heartily, "Well said! What's ours, no one can take away!"
Yang Xiaotao then asked, "So, is the arrival of the people from the Federal Republic of Germany also related to this matter?"
Old Chen shook his head, "They are not yet member states, but they are probably here to build good relations."
At this point, Old Chen laughed and said, "Having more friends makes life easier, so there's no reason to refuse."
Yang Xiaotao then realized the purpose of the other party's visit.
So this is a case of 'making a last-minute effort'? Well, the people of West Germany have quite the foresight.
Of course, this can also be considered a collaboration between the two parties.
With this foundation, further cooperation may be possible in the future.
Yang Xiaotao was eyeing the other party's industrial machine tool. If he could get one as a template, he could copy it in a few years.
At that time, the machine tool manufacturing capabilities of the Ninth Division will be boosted once again.
Our infrastructure capabilities can also be significantly improved!
The two exchanged a few more words when a row of small black dots appeared on the horizon, followed by someone shouting that an airplane was coming.
As the plane landed, Yang Zhi and others got off first, followed by Liu Lixue carrying the trophy, and then Ran Hongbing and the others.
As the team members disembarked from the plane one after another, Ran Qiuye, Tang Mingyue, and several others ran forward to greet them.
Yang Xiaotao, however, walked towards the returning Alphat, and the two embraced upon meeting.
"Not bad, at least you made it to the quarterfinals, that's good enough."
Yang Xiaotao spoke up, and Alphat smiled shyly, then scratched his head and said, "There are still many experts in this competition."
"But next time, we'll definitely make it to the finals!"
I don't know where Alfate gets his confidence from, but he certainly has a good attitude.
Yang Xiaotao patted the other person on the shoulder, then looked at the group of West Germans who were getting off the plane.
At this moment, Old Chen stepped forward to greet them, and Alfat whispered to him, "The one leading the group just arrived in Hong Kong a couple of days ago."
"Looks like he's someone important!"
Yang Xiaotao smiled and said, "Let's go, that's not something we should worry about!"
Alpha nodded, then got into the car with the others and left.
Meanwhile, Mr. Chen, along with the people from the Federal Republic of Germany, boarded a prepared bus and left the airport first.
"Dad, look at my trophy~~~"
On the bus, Duanwu ran over with the trophy in her arms, along with gifts she had brought back from Hong Kong, which Helen and Fatty Nan had given her before she left.
Yang Xiaotao took the trophy, glanced at it, and then nodded. "Hmm, not bad, not bad."
Duanwu was filled with joy when Yang Xiaotao added, "You had a good time, but don't do it again in the future."
In an instant, the Dragon Boat Festival frenzy died down.
He still wants to continue participating in competitions!