Chapter 2965
This feeling is so good.
Chapter 2965 This feeling is so good.
In the afternoon, Yang Xiaotao received representatives from a toy factory in Shanghai.
When Yang Xiaotao walked into the conference room led by Lou Xiao'e, everyone inside immediately stood up, and applause broke out.
"Director Yang, this is Factory Director Hu Dong."
Lou Xiao'e approached an elderly woman with graying hair and introduced herself.
"Minister Yang, hello, it's so nice to see you."
The old man spoke with a strong Shanghai accent, but fortunately Yang Xiaotao had already learned a lot from Lao Jin, so communication wasn't difficult.
"Hello, Director Hu."
The two shook hands, and Director Hu looked Yang Xiaotao up and down. "When I was drinking with Lao Jin, I was so envious. How come Lao Jin is so lucky?"
Upon hearing this, Yang Xiaotao jokingly added, "The old man still drinks? I heard he had given up alcohol last time. Could he be drinking it secretly?"
However, Mr. Jin fell ill during the May Day holiday, and the doctor prescribed that he could not drink alcohol or smoke for one or two years.
Zhang Wu mentioned this matter when he came last time, and Yang Xiaotao even made a special call to inquire about it. He was relieved to find out that it wasn't an incurable disease.
Nowadays, the elderly people Yang Xiaotao cares about most in his family are the old Taoist priest and Old Ye in the courtyard, his great-grandfather and Uncle Jiu in the village, and his maternal grandparents in Shanghai.
Over the years, Yang Xiaotao has also asked Xiaowei to help take care of the elderly, but this kind of care is more like health maintenance; it does help the elderly, but not much.
It didn't seem like him, Ran Qiuye, or the children in their family.
Upon hearing this, Hu Dong quickly explained on behalf of Comrade Lao Jin, "No, no!"
"Old Jin didn't drink much, just a little bit. He only drank it after his old brothers begged him to."
Then he became distressed again, "You don't know, he reads the newspaper every day and listens to the radio in Beijing. Every time he hears about your Ninth Department, he's so happy that he wants to brag to us about it!"
"They completely disregard how we feel!"
"However, Lao Jin's condition has been getting better and better over the years. Before, he was only focused on the car factory, working day and night, but now..."
Hu Dong raised his head and said, "I asked him how the car factory was doing, and guess what he said?"
Yang Xiaotao, maintaining a smile, asked, "What do you mean?"
Hu Dong slapped his thigh. "He said, 'What I'm thinking about now is the overall development of the automotive industry nationwide. Car factories are no longer important!'"
"Tell me, the First Automobile Works in Shanghai is no longer important to him. His standards have risen way too fast!"
Yang Xiaotao reached out and patted Hu Dong's hand, "You're right, this old man has gotten too big for his britches. I'll teach him a lesson next time, this won't do!"
"Hey, don't say I said that. Your grandfather is great in every other way, but when it comes to drinking, he's so stubborn. I really can't outdrink him!"
The two laughed again. Yang Xiaotao knew how much Lao Jin could drink, so he figured the other party was just being polite to Lao Jin. Yang Xiaotao didn't point it out.
After the two finished speaking, Lou Xiao'e quickly said, "Minister Yang, this is Qin Lan, Secretary Qin!"
"Minister Yang, we've heard so much about you, and we're so glad to finally meet you in person."
Qin Lan is a middle-aged woman of average height who wears round glasses and speaks in a soft, southern-accented voice.
"Hello, Secretary Qin."
Then Qin Lan introduced everyone present one by one, and Yang Xiaotao greeted them all.
After everyone had finished meeting, Yang Xiaotao said to them, "Everyone, please sit down. Although this is our first meeting, we revolutionary comrades don't beat around the bush. Let's speak frankly!"
"Don't feel embarrassed, just say what you want."
Yang Xiaotao smiled at everyone, then looked at Director Hu and said, "Director Hu, I learned about this from the report you sent me."
"I'm not clear on the specifics yet. Could you explain it to me in more detail?"
Hu Dong immediately nodded, "Minister Yang, we made preparations before we came!"
"Xiao Fu, please tell me."
Yang Xiaotao looked at Fu Ganwei, the technical director who had come with him.
"Minister Yang."
Upon receiving the order, Fu Ganwei immediately stood up, but Yang Xiaotao waved his hand, saying, "No need to stand up, just sit down and talk."
Seeing this, Fu Ganwei was sitting in the chair, but only half of his buttocks were on it, and he still looked a little nervous.
"Minister Yang, let me first explain the situation with the tape recorder."
"The working principle of this tape recorder is actually the technology of converting electricity into magnetism."
Specifically, it can be divided into two processes: recording and playback.
After explaining the principles and key components of a tape recorder, Fu Ganwei then spoke about his research direction: "We investigated the situation of tape recorders in China and found that there are still large gaps in this field, which is a very promising industry."
"We also investigated the development situation abroad. Most of them are still in the research and development stage. Among them, the research and development in Japan is relatively fast. They are researching transistor tape recorder technology, and it is said that they are also researching 'alternating current bias magnetization' technology. Once they achieve a breakthrough, their advantage in tape recorders will be taken away."
Fu Ganwei told Yang Xiaotao what he knew, then sat down and nervously watched him.
Everyone else watched nervously, many of them gripping the corners of their clothes with their fingers.
Factory Director Hu was just as nervous as Qin Lan, even though they were still smiling, their hearts were pounding.
I've said everything I needed to say; now it's just a matter of whether I can get support.
"What about your research plan?"
Yang Xiaotao spoke slowly, and everyone's hearts were in their throats.
Hu Dong hesitated, wondering whether he should turn back and tell Lao Jin to let Lao Jin get some fresh air.
"Here, here."
Qin Lan realized what was happening and quickly took a document out of her bag.
"I don't need to watch anymore, just let me know."
Qin Lan froze for a moment, then quickly looked at the people who had come with her.
Fu Ganwei spoke first, "Minister Yang, our plan is to first determine the direction of our research."
"The mainstream applications in the world today use transistors. We want to surpass them, so we are preparing to use integrated circuits to research tape recorders."
"The advantage of this is that the size of the tape recorder will be greatly reduced."
Fu Ganwei spoke for a while, then sat down.
Everyone looked at Yang Xiaotao again, only to find that he simply nodded slightly and then looked at the others.
The group looked at each other, and then one of them stood up. "Minister Yang, it's me, Lian Jiaotong!"
Yang Xiaotao looked over and saw that it was a girl.
"Hello there!"
Yang Xiaotao looked over, his expression calm.
"Director Yang, I'm a researcher at an electronic toy factory. I'm in charge of designing the tape recorder's magnetic head and magnetic tape..."
After Jiao Tong finished explaining his responsibilities, he prepared to sit down and let the next person speak.
But Yang Xiaotao suddenly spoke up, "Comrade Jiao Tong, I have a question."
Jiao Tong was taken aback, looking somewhat nervous, and then immediately stood up, drawing the attention of everyone around him.
Hu Dong and Qin Lan felt a sudden tightness in their chests, and their palms became sweaty.
"Minister Yang, please speak."
Yang Xiaotao waved his hand, "Sit down, don't be nervous."
Jiao Tong sat down carefully again, still feeling uneasy.
Yang Xiaotao then looked at everyone present and said, "I don't mean to make things difficult for you, but there are some issues that need to be clarified and sorted out."
He then asked Jiao Tong, "What you just said, whether it's recording sound or reading and playing sound, there isn't much difference between using transistors and integrated circuits, right?"
Jiao Tong nodded subconsciously when Yang Xiaotao asked this question, and then said, "That's right, Director Yang. In fact, as long as the parts are made, these functions can be achieved."
“Both integrated circuits and transistors are fine!” Yang Xiaotao nodded, understanding dawning on him.
Based on past experience, transistor recorders were developed first, and then gradually improved until finally integrated motor recorders were created.
That is, the tape recorder that was carried on the shoulder became the tape recorder that was put in the pocket.
After Jiao Tong finished speaking, the others stood up one after another and introduced their respective responsibilities. Yang Xiaotao did not ask any further questions.
After everyone had finished speaking, Yang Xiaotao pondered for a moment before saying, "When I saw the tape recorder project, I thought it was a pretty good project."
The atmosphere in the room became much lighter after Yang Xiaotao said those words, and several technicians even secretly turned their heads and smiled.
"After listening to your introduction and the preparatory work you have done, I feel that you are indeed putting your heart into this and want to do it well."
"That's very high!"
“Nothing in the world is difficult for one who sets his mind to it.”
"Since we're all sitting here, and it's all for the sake of contributing to the revolution, we, the Ninth Department, have no reason not to lend a hand!"
Hu Dong and Qin Lan almost stood up when they heard this.
Fu Ganwei below clasped his hands in front of his chest, wanting to roar, but dared not lose his composure in front of Yang Xiaotao.
As for the others, some had trembling mouths, some had blurry eyes, and some covered their faces with their hands, their hearts filled with complex emotions.
When they first decided on the project, they encountered a lot of gossip. Some even said that no one would like it, since everyone already had a radio, so who would want a tape recorder?
This has always been a source of anxiety for the two of them and for many others.
So, with a try-it-out mentality, I sent a project plan to the Ninth Department, thinking it would be like throwing a stone into the sea, not making any waves.
Unexpectedly, they received a call from the Ninth Department, asking them to come to Beijing to report in person.
At that time, they were still somewhat incredulous, but after the people around them heard about it, the gossip and rumors subsided considerably.
At that time, they truly felt that the Ninth Division had brought them hope.
And so they came.
They even felt that one person wasn't enough, so half of the entire project team's R&D staff came, just to explain things clearly and persuade the leaders of Department Nine.
Now, hearing Yang Xiaotao from the Ninth Department personally agree, all the grievances and suppressed emotions they had been holding back surged up instantly. Tears streamed down their faces and into their mouths, but instead of bitterness, they tasted the sweetness of perseverance.
Seeing everyone's expressions, Yang Xiaotao understood. It was just like when he was producing tractors at the steel mill. If it weren't for Wang Huzi's help, even the best ideas, concepts, and projects might have been buried.
"Xiao'e, give the comrades some fruit and melon seeds!"
Lou Xiao'e nodded and immediately went out. After hearing Yang Xiaotao's words, everyone quickly composed themselves. Then Hu Dong stretched and said with a smile, "Minister Yang, please forgive my poor performance!"
Qin Lan added, "We, our comrades, are all so happy, so very happy!"
Yang Xiaotao nodded, "I understand!"
"Because I've encountered this kind of thing before!"
Yang Xiaotao spoke softly, a look of empathy on his face.
This expression warmed the hearts of everyone present.
Then, a sentence came to everyone's mind.
I wanted to offer someone an umbrella because I had been caught in the rain.
It is said that these words came from the Nine Departments, so they must have come from the mouth of Department Yang.
Several people felt something, and then Lou Xiao'e came in with fruit and melon seeds. Yang Xiaotao told everyone not to be shy.
Gradually, the conversation turned to tape recorders, and Yang Xiaotao shared some of his thoughts, even drawing a picture of a tape recorder that would be carried on the shoulder in later generations.
Fu Ganwei's eyes lit up as he looked at the two cassette tape boxes, two large speakers, and the button designs on the blueprints.
This looks much better than his design.
And it has even more features!
As expected of Minister Yang, he hit the nail on the head with this idea.
Everyone chatted until the end of the workday. Yang Xiaotao checked the time and stood up with a smile, saying, "Director Hu, you can stay here for the next couple of days. I'll arrange for someone to meet with you tomorrow so we can sign the contract as soon as possible and get the tape recorder project in place!"
"You'll stay here for the next few days and take the opportunity to see the sights of Beijing. It's quite different from Shanghai."
Everyone stood up, and Hu Dong grasped Yang Xiaotao's hand with gratitude.
"Minister Yang, I still want to thank you. Do you have time tonight? We'd like to express our gratitude."
As soon as Hu Dong finished speaking, Yang Xiaotao smiled and shook his head, "Grandpa Hu, I appreciate your and the comrades' kindness."
"We're not strangers. We can have this wine next time we go to Shanghai to celebrate. Just don't think I drank too much then."
Hu Dong gripped Yang Xiaotao's hand tightly, "I don't mind, I absolutely don't mind."
Yang Xiaotao patted the other person's arm, "If you need anything, you can contact Secretary Lou. You can also contact her if you need anything."
Lou Xiao'e nodded in agreement.
"Okay, okay."
Everyone nodded as they saw Yang Xiaotao off. At this moment, Miaomiao and Duanwu were already waiting to go home in the corridor. When they saw Yang Xiaotao, they rushed forward.
Hu Dong, Qin Lan, and the others were stunned by what they saw. Lou Xiao'e, fearing that they might misunderstand, explained from the side, "Director Yang's wife is busy with work and doesn't have time to take care of the child, so Director Yang brought the older one here. I hope you comrades won't overthink it."
"No, no, I didn't think about it."
Hu Dong quickly explained that he dared not think too much about it now, and was also afraid that Lou Xiao'e would overthink it.
Qin Lan sighed, "Director Yang's work and life must be really tough."
Hu Dong nodded, "Yes."
"I heard that Director Yang's wife is a teacher. Isn't she on summer vacation now?"
Some people just can't understand why a family like Yang's should have a virtuous wife.
Shouldn't we take care of the trivial matters in life so that Yang can devote himself wholeheartedly to the revolutionary construction?
How can Director Yang work properly under these circumstances?
Lou Xiao'e shook her head, then explained, "His wife is a teacher, but now she's a section chief in the bureau, in charge of rural education across the country."
"In terms of rank, it's not low."
Upon hearing this, everyone quickly dismissed their thoughts and dared not speak further.
Without a doubt, this rank is no lower than theirs.
"By the way, Secretary Lou."
Qin Lan changed the subject and asked, "When we came here, we saw that the place was decorated with lanterns and streamers. Is something happening recently?"
"Oh, you mean this?"
Lou Xiao'e smiled and said, "It's tomorrow, August 8th. We're holding a mobilization meeting for the West-East Gas Pipeline project here. There will be leaders from higher levels, as well as leaders from various provinces and cities, and members involved in the project. There will be quite a lot of people."
"West-East Gas Pipeline? I feel like I've heard that somewhere before."
Hu Dong frowned in thought, while Lou Xiao'e said directly, "It's about using the natural gas from the western desert."
After Lou Xiao'e finished speaking, while everyone was still in shock, Lou Xiao'e continued, "This huge project was also undertaken by our Ninth Department, and Department Head Yang is the chief designer and person in charge of the project!"
"Alright, I'll take you to try the food from the Ninth Division. From now on, we're all family. If you ever come to Beijing, you can come to the headquarters for a meal. The food here is pretty good."
"By the way, if you're free tomorrow, you can go to the Great Hall of the People. It's fine for our own people from the Ninth Department to go in."
Lou Xiao'e continued speaking happily, and everyone was also moved by Lou Xiao'e's words about being "one of their own." Hu Dong nodded and said, "We'll go, we'll definitely go."
The people around him nodded in agreement.
Then, following Lou Xiao'e to the canteen, Qin Lan observed the spirit of the workers in the Ninth Department and listened to Lou Xiao'e explain the production situation, various projects, and various studies.
When the people they met along the way heard about their purpose, they smiled and some even wished them success soon, hoping they could contribute to the country's development.
Here, a sense of pride arose in everyone's hearts as they became members of the Nine Divisions.
This feels so good.