Chapter 1293
Ten Thousand Tons of Steel Rolling, Agent Plan, A3 Establishes Southern Corner Special
The atmosphere in the office of the top leader of the Ministry of Machine Building was somewhat heavy for a moment.
Leader Song also knew that the Qianmen Locomotive Depot workshop was particularly busy, and Li Aiguo was even busier.
Li Aiguo can be said to have multiple roles, including electric blanket, electric kettle, small airplane, and wind tunnel.
But there's nothing I can do!
With the development of domestic industry, the demand for 10,000-ton rolling mills has become urgent.
Which of the 156 key projects does not require a large amount of heavy steel and large forgings?
Which one can do without a 10,000-ton rolling mill?
Barrels, armor, fuselage frames, and large shafts of tanks, artillery, warships, aircraft, and missiles...
These crucial national projects urgently need the support of 10,000-ton rolling mills!
We did try to find a solution, and we asked our elder brother for help many times. We didn't even expect him to transfer the technology; we just wanted to buy the finished product at a high price.
But what happened? They simply wouldn't sell!
Key forgings and special steels can only be imported at high prices, and there is always the risk of being cut off or having their supply disrupted.
That's why.
The real reason why the First Ministry of Machine Building hastily approved the 10,000-ton rolling mill project even though the conditions were not yet ripe.
We are so desperately short of them!
"Comrade Patriot, what are your thoughts?" Leader Song paused for a moment, then asked.
Li Aiguo was also surprised that the Ministry of Machine Building would assign him the task, and he spoke up.
"Boss, as you know, I'm a complete novice. I really don't know much about rolling mills..."
Leader Song waved his hand to interrupt him: "Don't worry, as long as the project is launched, we'll provide the manpower and resources you need. Just go for it, and I'll take responsibility for any problems that arise."
Leader Song also led troops back in the day.
It is very clear that there is no battle in this world that is guaranteed to be won.
As a leader, you must not only enjoy the glory of victory, but also have the courage to protect your subordinates!
Li Aiguo nodded: "Sir, since you've said so, I will obey the organization's decision!"
"Good, good, I knew it. In critical moments, Comrade Patriot, you can step up."
Leader Song had absolute confidence in Li Aiguo.
This kid has come up with so many incredible things, and every single one of them has been a huge success.
This time it will definitely be fine too!
Trust has a tendency to build up!
"Comrade Patriot, the steel rolling mill is currently dealing with the mess that's been left behind."
Use this time to quickly finish the project plan, and figure out what materials are needed and which personnel need to be deployed.
"Yes!"
After the meeting, Li Aiguo returned to the Qianmen Locomotive Depot workshop.
At this time, the Ministry of Machine Building had already contacted the Ministry of Railways swiftly and promptly, and notified them of the news that the Qianmen Locomotive Depot had undertaken the 10,000-ton rolling mill project.
Section Chief Xing, Zong Xianfeng, Zhou Gaoyuan, and several other automotive experts all learned that the Qianmen Locomotive Depot's workshop had undertaken the 10,000-ton rolling mill project.
"Patriotism, isn't this just picking up a mess?" the unlicensed car expert said, somewhat annoyed.
Those who do scientific research and projects hate nothing more than taking over someone else's mess.
Not only do personnel and resources need to be reorganized and redeployed, but it's also very easy to offend people, resulting in a thankless and arduous task.
Section Chief Xing, however, was very supportive: "What's there to be afraid of! Our railway also urgently needs a 10,000-ton rolling mill. If the steel mill doesn't cooperate, we can just build our own!"
"Alright, let's get to work. Let's finalize the plan first and submit it to the Ministry of Machine Building for approval." Li Aiguo didn't seem to care.
Li Aiguo had actually wanted to build a steel rolling mill for a long time.
However, it is not a 10,000-ton rolling mill, but a 5500mm-class extra-wide and thick plate rolling mill with a rolling force of up to 100,000 tons.
the reason is simple.
This type of super rolling mill is an indispensable core device for the future manufacture of aircraft carriers!
Li Aiguo's Blue Ocean Fleet plan still needs to be completed with this kind of steel rolling mill.
However, building a 100,000-ton rolling mill in this day and age, with this industrial foundation, is an incredibly difficult task.
Now we've just encountered a task assigned by the Ministry of Machine Building, which is like a godsend – a legitimate reason to concentrate resources on something big!
However, when Section Chief Xing learned that Li Aiguo was going to build a 100,000-ton steel rolling mill, he was a little worried that he might be taking too big a step.
"Section Chief, 100,000 tons is indeed a very difficult task, but with our current technical level, plus the support of the Ministry of Railways and the First Ministry of Machine Building, I am confident that we can accomplish it."
"Alright, I'll leave this to you. Just let me know if you need anything."
Although Section Chief Xing did not understand these advanced technologies, he understood Li Aiguo.
After giving a few instructions, he left.
Back in his office, Section Chief Xing convened a meeting and instructed the leaders of several workshops and subordinate factories not to bother Li Aiguo.
Any problems can be resolved directly within the section.
Li Aiguo, on the other hand, began to write the plan.
While Li Aiguo was busy with the 100,000-ton steel rolling mill project, thousands of miles away on the Talai alluvial plain...
Li Yunlong stood beside the tank, holding up his binoculars, watching the enemy completely routed across the mountains and plains, his heart filled with excitement.
After the Battle of the Talai Alluvial Plain, the Frontier Army changed its previous operational strategy of using blitzkrieg to attack key enemy cities, and instead adopted a strategy of "advancing step by step and sweeping away the enemy's strongholds" to advance steadily.
Now it's finally working.
"Immediately send a telegram to Dean Chen to inquire about the next operational instructions!"
Li Yunlong roared at the communications officer in a booming voice.
The telegraph machine clicked away, and the good news, like radio waves, quickly flew to the highest command of the frontier army in the rear.
Dean Chen was also excited after receiving the telegram.
The topography of the Talai alluvial plain is so unique and perfect!
It is bordered by Xiaomengjia to the east and the treacherous river to the west. As long as it can tightly control the narrow pass to the north, like tying a sack,
This juicy "fatty meat" has now been completely swallowed by us!
The next key issue is...
This piece of fatty meat is too big, how can I "digest" it without causing gastroenteritis?
Dean Chen pondered for a moment, then picked up the red telephone on the table.
Let's turn our attention back to Beijing.
Li Aiguo received a call from the weather station near the end of his workday. Lao Mao asked Li Aiguo to come over as soon as possible.
After hanging up the phone, Li Aiguo frowned.
Things have been calm in Beijing lately, and I haven't heard of any unusual "climate" anywhere. Why are you in such a hurry?
Li Aiguo locked the unfinished blueprints in the safe, and let Zong Xianfeng and the wild car expert leave work early as well.
When Li Aiguo arrived at the weather station on his mountain bike.
When I knocked on the door of "Farmer's" office, it was already filled with smoke.
This small room is now filled with the core team of the "weather station".
The directors of several key departments, the captains of action teams, and several senior advisors responsible for simulating "climate change".
When the farmer saw Li Aiguo come in, he pointed to the seat next to him.
"Patriotism, sit down. You've come at the perfect time. Let's get down to business."
Li Aiguo is now considered a high-ranking official at the weather station, so everyone was used to it.
Li Aiguo walked over quickly, pulled out a chair, and sat down.
The farmer looked at his assistant beside him: "Inform everyone about the situation."
Li Aiguo was holding a teacup, about to drink some water, when he heard his assistant's first words, and he immediately stopped.
"Everyone, here is the latest weather report."
We have now completely occupied the Talai alluvial plain.
The border corps sent an urgent telegram requesting our weather station to immediately send personnel to assist in stabilizing the local climate.
The atmosphere in the office immediately became lively.
This is the first big piece of fatty meat I've ever eaten!
Immediately, discussions arose, with some suggesting that a large number of meteorologists be dispatched to the Talai alluvial plain at once.
Some suggested that the team should first conduct a thorough cleanup, cutting and burning all the weeds, before making any further plans.
The core contradiction is very clear.
It's easy to bite off a big piece of fatty meat, but it's incredibly difficult to digest.
There are significant differences over there, including different appearances and languages.
Seeing that Li Aiguo had been sitting there silently, the farmer laughed and said, "Aiguo, you're quick-witted, why don't you share your thoughts?"
"Teacher, I don't understand these things, nor do I know how to manage territory, but I especially like reading history books."
"Tell me about it." The farmer lit a cigarette and looked at Li Aiguo with great interest.
"Throughout history, that region of South Asia has changed hands many times."
Dravidians, Munda, Persians, Bactrians, Parthians, Turks, and the modern Ottomans.
Throughout this history, those who truly managed to stabilize the situation all adopted a method of local people governing local people.
Under the thoughtful gazes of the crowd, Li Aiguo paused for a moment before unleashing his trump card.
“We can set up weather stations locally and select some locals to carry out the mission; this is called using agents.”
Upon hearing this, the farmer's eyes lit up: "In fact, the considerations above coincide with your thoughts, and they also intend to adopt a similar proxy method."
However, there is no conclusion yet on how to proceed specifically.
"Patriotism, what do you think we should do?"
After saying that, considering that it involved the bigger picture, the farmer added something else.
"Speak up as soon as you have any ideas. We're all family here, this is an internal meeting."
“I think we can set up a special zone, with local tribal elders handling the affairs on the surface. The core principle can be summed up in eight words: I nod in approval, you do the work.”
boom!
These eight words were like a bolt of lightning, instantly cleaving through the fog in the conference room.
Li Aiguo, from a later generation, was all too familiar with this practice of using agents.
Although it may seem like a stopgap measure, it is actually the best solution and can avoid a lot of trouble.
"What a fine 'I nod in approval, you do the work' approach!"
The farmer suddenly stood up: "This agent's suggestion is absolutely brilliant! I'll go to sea right away and report it!"
In fact, the farmer and the person mentioned above had similar ideas.
However, due to the lack of a reference point, it was difficult to break through that barrier.
Li Aiguo's casual remark completely pierced through this barrier, even laying out the specific framework!
The old cat sitting opposite him was looking at Li Aiguo as if he were a monster.
This guy is a born decency master!
The farmer had to hurry to report.
After the meeting, Li Aiguo rode his motorcycle back to his courtyard house, enjoying the evening breeze of Beijing.
It was already close to evening.
Wisps of smoke rose from the chimneys of each household, filling the air with the smell of coal smoke and the aroma of food, creating a rich atmosphere of everyday life.
In the center of the courtyard, Uncle Liu Haizhong, Xu Damao, and a group of workers from the steel rolling mill were chatting together.
The core of the topic naturally revolves around the "10,000-ton steel rolling mill project" that has recently caused quite a stir.
The factory is currently busy cleaning up the accident site, and the machine that cost a fortune but has become scrap metal is being dismantled and transported away.
However, the higher-ups have yet to provide a clear answer regarding the project's future direction, leaving the workers feeling anxious and uncertain.
"I heard that the Ministry of Machine Building is going to restart the project, and this time they might bring in a chief engineer from the Northeast."
"Will the chief engineer be transferred from Shenyang Heavy Machinery Plant or No. 1 Heavy Machinery Plant to oversee this?"
"I think the chief engineer of Taiyuan Heavy Machinery Plant is more likely; he has a solid foundation."
Just as everyone was discussing this, Nan Yi suddenly interjected, "Hey, why don't you guys let Chief Engineer Li from our institute preside over this?"
Patriotic brothers succeed at everything they do; everyone has witnessed that talent firsthand.
No sooner had Nan Yi finished speaking than Yi Zhonghai returned in a wheelchair, pushed by an older woman.
"Li Aiguo is in charge of the 10,000-ton rolling mill project? Are you kidding me? Does he even have the ability?" Yi Zhonghai's mind was about to explode at the mere mention of Li Aiguo's name.
The doctor said that this time his legs are broken, and the damage is much more severe than before. He might never be able to stand up again. He definitely can't use crutches.
Qin Huairu's apprentice was clever; she found workers at the steel rolling mill to weld an iron frame, attached four wheels to the bottom, and used it as a wheelchair.
"Hey, old man, I don't know what level Patriot Brother is at, but your 'mount' is definitely top-notch!"
These four wheels are spinning quite happily, hahaha!
Upon seeing Yi Zhonghai's miserable state, Xu Damao immediately burst into laughter.
"Xu Damao, you..."
Yi Zhonghai took a deep breath and decided to ignore Xu Damao. He then addressed the residents.
"In our steel rolling mill, apart from the technicians in the technical department, I am the one who knows the 10,000-ton steel rolling mill best. No matter who is in charge of the project, they will definitely need me."
The meaning of this statement is quite clear: it's telling the residents that Yi Zhonghai hasn't fallen yet.
"You're in this state, and you still want to join the project team?" The old man pushed up his glasses, his face full of disbelief.
"So what? The last project failed because of that incompetent Engineer Chen. What does it have to do with me? I'm just determined to contribute to industrialization despite my disability!"
Yi Zhonghai shouted, his expression proud.
Just then, he saw Li Aiguo ride in on a motorcycle. His expression changed, and he hurriedly urged the older woman to push him back.
Li Aiguo glanced at Yi Zhonghai's simple steampunk-style wheelchair, his lips twitched, but he was too lazy to pay him any attention.
His mind is now filled with that "four-roll reversible rolling mill".
We need to get the 100,000-ton rolling mill out as soon as possible.
With the idea of doing the best, Li Aiguo presented a four-roll reversible rolling mill.
In later generations, Xiaomei's family and our family both had this kind of rolling mill.
Each increase in the rolling force of a steel rolling mill increases the manufacturing difficulty by one level.
Although the blueprints obtained from the system using points are still very difficult.
For the next few days, the compound was quiet.
Ever since Yi Zhonghai was put in a wheelchair, he has become restless, making Qin Huairu push him to the steel rolling mill every day.
The Ministry of Machine Building had not yet announced the list of the new project team, and the people in the steel rolling mill were in a state of chaos.
Li Aiguo was busy drawing up blueprints.
On Monday, Li Aiguo was busy until the end of the workday, but he had only completed less than half of the task.
"Everyone, let's go home first. Haste makes waste. We'll continue tomorrow."
When he got home, Chen Xueru had already prepared dinner.
Zhao Xita was also there. This girl often visits our home now, and she's very diligent. She doesn't seem like a young lady from a Brahmin family at all.
At first, the people in the compound found this foreign girl with a high nose and big eyes quite strange, but they got used to it over time.
She's just a girl who looks a bit too stylish; she still has to eat and work.
However, Zhao Xita clearly wasn't here for a simple meal today. While Chen Xueru was cooking in the kitchen, he pulled Li Aiguo aside.
"Brother Aiguo, I have good news for you. My father is about to become the governor of the Nanyu Special District."
Upon hearing this, Li Aiguo was slightly taken aback, but then he understood.
It seems the frontier corps acted quickly and has already adopted his proposed proxy plan.
"Really? Congratulations!" Li Aiguo said with a smile.
Zhao Xita's father became the general manager, so logically her status as his daughter should also rise accordingly.
But her face looked somewhat gloomy: "This has little to do with me. I have three older brothers..."
Zhao Xita's attitude was intriguing, and Li Aiguo understood it after careful consideration.
Before liberation, we also had a serious problem of valuing sons over daughters.
However, after liberation, the higher authorities called on women comrades to hold up half the sky.
Gender equality means that girls can serve in the military, work as factory workers, or become cadres.
However, it's different for the Indians.
The preference for sons over daughters is particularly severe, especially in family inheritance, where it is often passed down from father to son in high-caste families.
The reason Zhao Xita was sent here is probably not only because she understands Chinese, but also because she has been marginalized in the power struggle within her family.
If it were an ordinary Indian girl, she probably would have just followed the crowd.
But Li Aiguo could see that this highly educated girl harbored an ambition deep down that refused to be ordinary.
Li Aiguo kept this in mind.
"I think you should also have a comprehensive cleanup over there. Women can hold up half the sky."
Zhao Xita's eyes suddenly lit up, as if some kind of spark had been ignited, but then dimmed again.
"It's not that easy... Actually, I really envy Sister Xue Ru for having her own career."
“Miss Xita, you’re a top student from a prestigious university, while I’m just a night school student. Why are you envious of me?” Chen Xueru came out carrying a plate of food, interrupting their conversation with a smile.
Zhao Xita quickly composed herself and obediently went into the kitchen to help.
Dinner was simple, just a home-style stir-fry.
After finishing their meal, Li Aiguo and Chen Xueru saw Zhao Xita to the door.
This girl has now learned to ride a bicycle, a Flying Pigeon brand.
As Zhao Xita rode his bicycle along the streets of Beijing, he felt the scenery and the spirit of the passersby were completely different from those in India, and Li Aiguo's words echoed in his mind.
"Maybe... Brother Aiguo is right. Maybe, I can also hold up half the sky..."
She pedaled hard and disappeared into the night of the capital.
*****
Early the next morning.
Li Aiguo was still asleep when he was startled awake by the voice in Liu Haizhong's hair.
"Good news! Good news has come over the radio! The Indians have established the Nanyu Special Zone!"
When Li Aiguo finished dressing and carried the enamel basin to the pool, a crowd had already gathered around.
Hello everyone, we are all happy about the establishment of the South Corner Special Zone by India.
"I heard that place is huge, with mines all over the mountains and fields, and an endless supply of fruit!"
"Mango, banana, jackfruit...tsk tsk, just hearing about them makes my mouth water."
"Uncle, what is jackfruit?"
"It's a big pineapple. My apprentice is from the south. Last year, he brought me a big pineapple, and it tasted especially good."
"When it arrives, I'll definitely buy some to try."
That's how it is these days; people are excited about their own family's growth.
Even Yi Zhonghai, who felt that Liu Haizhong had stolen his thunder, dared not say a word.
In the face of such a joyous occasion, which is of great importance, his personal grudges are simply insignificant.
With a gloomy face, he could only let Qin Huairu push him away in a dejected manner.
When Li Aiguo arrived at the Qianmen Locomotive Depot, the atmosphere there was even more enthusiastic than in the courtyard.
Two long strings of firecrackers were set off at the entrance of the locomotive depot, and the employees were discussing the special area on the Indian side.
Zhou Ke smiled when he saw Li Aiguo coming over.
"Brother Patriot, you've been to the frontier before. When we have a vacation, how about we go on a trip together? I've heard the scenery there is completely different from what we have here."
"Tourism? You're so young, this is the time to make contributions. Only idle people travel!"
Cao Wenzhi walked over from the side, worried that Zhou Ke was leading Li Aiguo astray, and said:
“I think that whenever the railway is built over there, Zhou Ke, you should go there and be in charge of the railway security.”
"Hey! If that day ever comes, I, Zhou Ke, will be the first to write a petition to sign up!"
"Hahaha!"
A cheerful atmosphere filled the air.
However, this world has never been fair. While some are laughing, others are secretly shedding tears.
The Indians are quite heartbroken right now.
In the past, no matter how Li Yunlong advanced, the Indians were not too worried, after all, their foundation was solid.
If you eat meat but can't digest it, you'll have to spit it out sooner or later.
But this time it's different.
Their own nobles have actually set up their own separate section.
Although it's a special section, everyone knows what's going on.
Isn't this blatant bullying?
Ah San immediately ran into the family compound and cried.
Ah San first went to Xiao Mei's house.
"Brother, that side is so unethical! They actually swallowed my family's flesh! You have to stand up for me!"
Xiao Mei's family was also quite unhappy with the actions of this side. Over the years, they had put in a lot of effort but had not actually gotten to eat meat.
Greenland, in particular, is a wonderful place, but Xiaomei's family is worried about falling out with Xiaoou's family.
but.
Xiao Mei's family is currently staying with the monkeys and can't leave.
Moreover, this special zone belongs to India, and the manager is Rana Plata, a genuine Indian nobleman.
How can anyone help us like this?
You can't just say that the Indians stole from themselves, can you?
Especially the Mei family and the Ou family, they did the same thing in Africa, they can't contradict themselves.
“Ah San, you’re in the wrong here. Your own family is unhappy with you and wants to separate from you, so why are you blaming others? You need to think about it carefully. Have you tried anything all these years?”
The Indian man got sprayed with spittle and had no choice but to turn around and go find the Russian again.
The Russians are in a dilemma right now.
The one on the east side is, after all, a brother from our own camp. If he stands on the Indian side now, what will the other brothers think?
Besides, you Indian went to Xiaomei's house first, and only remembered me, your "big brother," after you were turned down. Isn't that obviously looking down on me?
Without saying a word, the Russian kicked the Indian out.
"What? Your family doesn't even have any gold reserves left? Then what are you doing here? Go, go, don't keep me from finishing my meeting!"
The Indian man stood there, on the verge of tears!
Tonight, Moscow does not believe in tears.
Li Aiguo learned about these things from the weather station.
At this time, the meteorological station had already dispatched a capable team to the Nanyu Special District to establish a meteorological station.
The person in charge is Zhao Dong.
He had previously followed Li Aiguo on missions in the south and was fluent in Assamese, Manipurese, and Hindi.
Unfortunately, although Hindi is the official language in India, many places use other languages.
Li Aiguo escorted Zhao Dong and his team members to Nanyuan Airport.
When I returned to the studio, Expert Zhao had already been waiting for a while.
"Aiguo, have you already finalized the project plan?" Expert Zhao asked impatiently.
The steel rolling mill workshop has now been cleaned up, and we are just waiting for Li Aiguo to come up with a plan so that the Ministry of Machinery Industry can re-establish the project.
Li Aiguo handed over a business plan.
Expert Zhao eagerly opened the book, and the first line of large characters immediately caught his eye:
"Plan for the Development of a '100,000-ton-class' Ultra-heavy Four-roll Reversible Rolling Mill!"
"Ten...ten-thousand-ton class?!"
Expert Zhao's eyes nearly popped out.
(End of this chapter)