dognovel Chapter 3275 New Business of the Timber Mill
Chapter 3275 New Business of the Timber Mill
Chapter 3275 New Business of the Timber Mill
It turns out that when the brain is empty, it does create some space that can then be filled with more information.
In the office, Yang Xiaotao sat in front of the computer, constantly fiddling with the pencil in his hand, which attracted Liu Lixue's frequent glances.
This bad habit left over from my school days in my previous life has not only not changed in this life, but because of my more precise control over my fingers, I can now skillfully perform many movements that I couldn't learn in my previous life.
Liu Lixue tried many times but failed, so every time she saw Yang Xiaotao showing off, she wished she could be like her teacher back then.
"Xiao'e, Xiao'e."
Liu Lixue called out to Lou Xiao'e, who was typing not far away, and Lou Xiao'e looked up.
Then they saw Liu Lixue point to the door. Lou Xiao'e glanced at Yang Xiaotao and, noticing that he hadn't noticed the two of them, nodded.
The two got up and walked outside.
"Wait a minute."
Yang Xiaotao's voice came from the doorway, and the two of them froze.
"Mr. Yang."
Lou Xiao'e quickly turned around and smiled.
Yang Xiaotao turned his head from behind the computer and looked at the two of them. "What are you two doing, sneaking around like that?"
"Is the work finished?"
"They're always running around, how can they possibly work?"
Lou Xiao'e blushed upon hearing this and was about to lower her head and walk towards her desk.
Liu Lixue pulled Lou Xiao'e aside, "President Yang, let's go to the research institute to check on the printer. We ran into Director Xu at lunch, and they asked when the computer would be finished."
Yang Xiaotao raised an eyebrow upon hearing this, then stared at Liu Lixue for a long time.
Liu Lixue stared at Yang Xiaotao, seemingly unconcerned.
"Alright, then go to the security office while you're at it and pick up the photos from last time."
"Photos? What photos?"
Liu Lixue asked curiously, then looked at Lou Xiao'e.
Lou Xiao'e didn't know either.
"Why ask so many questions? Just go."
"By the way, Xiao'e, could you ask Zhou Shenghong to come over when he has some free time?"
"Ok."
Lou Xiao'e agreed, and then she saw Yang Xiaotao disappear behind the computer.
The two exchanged a glance and quickly left the office.
After the two left, Yang Xiaotao looked at the words typed on the computer screen and suddenly slumped onto the table.
He kept in mind what his father said last night.
He said that our ancestors had some experience in preventing plagiarism.
Things like passing down knowledge only to sons, or using a trump card or a surprise attack.
Although there may be selfish motives involved, and there are aspects that are not worth promoting.
However, it cannot be denied that our ancestors did have some ideas about preventing plagiarism.
So Yang Xiaotao placed his hopes on the five thousand years of cultural history, preparing to exploit his ancestors.
But if you want to fleece someone, you have to find the sheep first.
Then, early in the morning, I arrived at Jiubu and wondered where the ancestor's sheep were.
Then he slumped onto the table, his eyes vacant.
Ring ring ring.
The phone on the table rang again, and Yang Xiaotao quickly answered it. Then Old Chen's voice came through.
Yang Xiaotao looked helpless. "Boss, have you eaten?"
"What do you mean, have you eaten or not? What time is it?"
Old Chen said this in a slightly annoyed tone, but there was a hint of indifference in his voice.
"This is just because I care about you."
"Alright, give me a break. I know my own body best."
After finishing his sentence, Old Chen got straight to the point, "Good news just came from Turkmenistan: the natural gas deal has been finalized. Once the agreement is signed, the gas pipeline can be built."
"Kazakhstan has also agreed to the transit, and we will meet together to come up with a final solution."
"I've discussed this with my superiors, and this time your Ninth Department will still be in charge of this matter."
"If it's done well, it'll be counted as your target of 100 billion."
Yang Xiaotao had thought that Old Chen would ask about the computer again, but he was surprised to receive this good news.
In fact, the three parties have been communicating more and more closely since the satellite was successfully launched.
Moreover, their connections with Persia began to become more frequent.
After all, the switches for their 'space-based weapons' are all in Beijing. If they want to use them, they have to build a good relationship with the person who holds the switch.
It can be said that these three countries are now tied to China because of the satellite issue.
This is also what China wants to see.
Moreover, being together allows them to support and comfort each other.
Moreover, it will also benefit future development.
"I'll talk to Teacher Xie Jiarong later and have him lead the team. Do you have any plans on your end?"
Yang Xiaotao thought for a moment and replied.
"No, I want to ensure gas is connected to my home first. Let's finish this part first."
Mr. Chen finished speaking casually and then hung up the phone.
The computer was never mentioned from beginning to end.
This surprised Yang Xiaotao.
No longer in a hurry?
impossible.
Yang Xiaotao didn't need to inquire about the current international situation; Liu Lixue would just keep talking about it like a loudspeaker.
The United States is quite aggressive.
The computer industry in the United States is facing increasingly difficult circumstances. If it weren't for peripheral products like printers and copiers, it might have been wiped out of the United States.
While the United States government did not take direct action openly, it did create numerous obstacles behind the scenes.
As for Japan, it seems they are still importing computers, and the quantity is even increasing, like a well-behaved child.
In reality, their JP50 has been in production all along, and recent news suggests that it is being prepared to interface with printers.
Once the integration is complete, they won't need to manufacture their own printers; they can simply purchase printers and use them.
This would allow the JP50 to replace the Dawn One, and then gradually expand to pagers.
Compared to the United States' direct and brutal approach, this subtle method is more like boiling a frog in lukewarm water.
As for Britain and the Alliance, they are not as powerful as Japan, but they still need to be wary of them.
Oh, and there's India.
bang bang
A knock sounded on the door, and Yang Xiaotao sat up straight. "Come in."
Zhou Shenghong pushed open the door and walked in with a smile, "President Yang, you wanted to see me?"
As he spoke, he came over and skillfully took out a cigarette from his pocket and offered it to Yang Xiaotao.
Yang Xiaotao got up, took the tea, and then sat down next to Zhou Shenghong. He then picked up the teapot and poured water.
What have you been busy with lately?
"I wasn't busy with anything, just helping out here and there." Zhou Shenghong took a sip of tea, his eyes darting around before he said, "President Yang, I originally wanted to give you a surprise."
"However, this person hasn't returned yet, I'm just letting you know first."
"Surprise? Don't scare me, you idiot."
Yang Xiaotao took a sip of water, and Zhou Shenghong quickly explained, "No, no, it's definitely not a fright."
"Didn't you say you liked the lightning-struck wood from last time?"
“I went back to my hometown during the Chinese New Year. My family told me about a piece of wood struck by lightning. As soon as I got back, I sent someone to investigate.”
"Don't worry, it won't delay your work time at all."
"Besides, I made sure the person took money with them when they left, so they wouldn't break any rules."
Yang Xiaotao couldn't utter a word after hearing what the other person said.
The main problem is that Xiaowei ruined the piece of wood that was struck by lightning, so we really need to find a new one.
"Have a heart."
Yang Xiaotao raised his glass in a toast.
Zhou Shenghong quickly shook his head and said, "Please don't say that."
"Every carpenter in our factory knows in their heart how well they got to where they are today."
“Without your help back then, and without your promotions over the years, we would be no different from other timber mills.”
Zhou Shenghong said with emotion, then laughed, "Now we are quite well-known among our peers."
Yang Xiaotao smiled and shook his head, "That's because you guys are excellent and hardworking enough."
"Otherwise, why not someone else?"
Zhou Shenghong smiled, feeling very warm inside.
"Mr. Yang, what brings you here?"
Yang Xiaotao took a deep breath and then told the story.
"Old Zhou, there's something I've been struggling with lately that I can't figure out. I've come to see if you have any ideas on how to solve it."
As soon as Yang Xiaotao finished speaking, Zhou Shenghong's hand holding the cigarette trembled.
He naturally knew what Yang Xiaotao had been busy with lately.
Because of this incident, Secretary Li Hongfeng even issued a special order yesterday that no one is allowed to discuss the computer issue in front of General Manager Yang.
This was because I was afraid that Mr. Yang would get anxious if he heard it.
At this point, Yang Xiaotao asked him for his opinion. What opinion could he possibly have?
The computer in the office has only just learned to type; it's not even good at chatting yet.
How to say?
What if I say something wrong?
But if I don't say it, won't President Yang be unhappy?
For a moment, Zhou Shenghong felt caught in a dilemma.
"Mr. Yang, please, please say something."
"If I knew anything, I would tell you everything without holding anything back."
Zhou Shenghong spoke somewhat haltingly, while Yang Xiaotao took a sip of tea and did not notice anything amiss with the expression on Zhou Shenghong's face.
Seeing Zhou Shenghong say this, Yang Xiaotao didn't hide anything and said directly, "Yesterday I went home and had drinks with my father-in-law. During the meal, my father-in-law said something that has existed since ancient times."
"You know what I mean, right?"
Zhou Shenghong blinked, looking foolish.
Seeing this, Yang Xiaotao knew he had wasted his breath, so he started from the beginning, saying, "The computer processors we use now have been disassembled and copied by foreigners."
"The computers they're making now are modeled after ours."
Let me explain it this way.
Zhou Shenghong immediately nodded, then revealed an angry expression, "Damn it, these people are shameless."
"Yeah, it's shameless, but it makes money."
After Yang Xiaotao finished speaking, Zhou Shenghong smiled sullenly.
Because they themselves have done plenty of plagiarism, and now that someone else has done it, if they go and criticize others, they might even end up criticizing their own people.
Yang Xiaotao continued, "Therefore, we need to insure our new computers so that others cannot crack them or steal them."
Zhou Shenghong nodded, "Yes, yes, we must get some insurance."
"But now, I don't know how to apply for this insurance."
Yang Xiaotao looked at the other person again, "My father-in-law said last night that the experience of our ancestors might be helpful."
"That's why I came to you to ask if there's any way to solve this problem."
Zhou Shenghong truly understood these things.
"Mr. Yang, is that what you mean?"
Seeing Zhou Shenghong's relieved expression, Yang Xiaotao chuckled and said, "What else could it be?"
"You don't think I'm asking you to design a computer, do you?"
"I told you to come, and you dare to come?"
"Of course I wouldn't dare. I know my own limitations."
Zhou Shenghong laughed and said that he didn't think it was shameful to be ignorant.
After a moment of contemplation, he said, "Mr. Yang, I can't think of anything right now. I'll get everyone together when I get back and we'll discuss it. I'll share my thoughts with you then."
Zhou Shenghong dared not speak too definitively.
After all, he knew that Yang Xiaotao had a good skill, and anything that could trouble him must be a big deal.
"Okay, feel free to come to me if you have any ideas."
"Of course, don't put too much pressure on yourself."
Zhou Shenghong immediately nodded, "Don't worry, Mr. Yang, we know what we're doing."
After saying that, Yang Xiaotao saw Zhou Shenghong off.
As Zhou Shenghong left the office, he unconsciously clenched his fists.
He said he knew what he was doing in the office just now, but that was just him being polite.
In reality, he had already considered this a task that the lumber mill had to complete.
In Zhou Shenghong's view, this was an opportunity for them to expand their 'business'.
In their early years, their timber mill successfully broke into the market by using wooden carts, which allowed them to get on board with the steel rolling mill.
Then came the mortise and tenon structure, which enabled them to make panels for armored vehicles and tanks, and thus they became members of a machinery factory that everyone envied.
Later on, they also made car linings, designed airplane fuel tanks, grew grass in greenhouses, and manufactured small gourds, among other things.
There is certainly a reason for this, as they often say, "There is no job that a craftsman cannot do; if there is, it's just that the craftsmanship is not up to par."
But when he reached his level, he realized that sometimes it wasn't that the craftsmen weren't good enough, but that there weren't enough opportunities for them.
Just like back in the beginning, if Yang Xiaotao hadn't approached their timber factory, would they be where they are today?
No, he was absolutely certain.
So what he said in the office was what he really felt.
Without Yang Xiaotao's help, there would be no Hongxing Timber Factory today.
Without him, Zhou Shenghong, there would be no Zhou Shenghong today.
Now that Yang Xiaotao has entrusted this task to them, he has essentially handed the job over to them.
As a craftsman, how can you not work?
Moreover, as long as they succeed, given Mr. Yang's personality, the reward will be substantial, and this will become their new business.
What could be more tempting than this?
With that thought in mind, Zhou Shenghong moved even faster as she went downstairs.
He needs to find people, a lot of people, and mobilize all the carpenters to complete the job and earn the business.