Left with no other choice, Li Huaide quickly comforted Deputy Section Chief Chen before reluctantly making a phone call to his father-in-law.
Of course, a good scolding was inevitable, and Li Huaide could only endure it.
At the same time, Assistant Qian also reported the situation to the Ministry of Metallurgy, thus getting rid of this hot potato.
The department leaders took this news very seriously and subsequently convened a meeting.
Some suggested charging Lou Bancheng with treason, while others suggested charging him with desertion.
Don't underestimate the difference of just one word; in reality, the two are worlds apart.
The former means there's no going back in this lifetime, but the latter? It's quite feasible.
After a period of emergency consultation, Vice Minister Bai concluded that Lou Bancheng had made meritorious contributions and should not be condemned outright, so he was charged with treason.
Subsequently, a notice for assistance in the investigation was issued to all relevant units.
...
On the eighth day of the first lunar month, Sun Zhengguo was working when his younger brother suddenly walked in.
"Brother, the Ministry of Metallurgy has issued a notice. Take a look and see if we need to be on guard."
"Oh! Let me see."
Sun Zhengguo took it casually, curious about what kind of announcement it was.
Why would my younger brother be so cautious?
After reading it, Sun Zhengguo understood why his younger brother had said that.
But he didn't care at all.
"Zheng'an, what does Lou Bancheng's defection have to do with us? Don't worry unnecessarily, just do what you need to do!"
"Yes, yes, brother is right," Sun Zheng'an hurriedly agreed, realizing he had been overthinking things.
More than a month has passed in the blink of an eye, and the weather is gradually getting warmer.
The expansion project of the research institute has been restarted, and the entire branch factory is bustling with activity.
Meanwhile, a group of young people, with excessive energy, liked to wander around aimlessly and do some shady things.
In addition, some people with ulterior motives have noticed that the Mechanical Engineering Research Institute does not seem to be actively involved in this matter.
On the contrary, this unit seems to be isolated from the world, remaining exactly the same as before.
How can this be allowed?
Since you look down on us youngsters, then I'll show you what's what.
As a result, a group of radicals, led by Huang Er, a member of the working class, numbered several dozen and surrounded the gate of the research institute.
Ignoring the guards' attempts to stop them, they prepared to force their way in.
But Company Commander Wu was no pushover either. This was an important research institution, and its loss could not be tolerated. He immediately ordered the bullets to be loaded, and a standoff ensued.
Upon receiving the news, Sun Zhengguo and a group of leaders rushed to the main gate.
When Sun Zhengguo saw that Huang Er was the leader, he was filled with rage.
Who would have thought that the one who let go back then would now become so powerful.
This time, however, he's not going to hold back. Since you're all going crazy, I'll go crazy with you!
"Huang Er, have you lost your mind?! You dare to lead people to besiege the research institute? Don't you know what kind of organization this is? Can you bear the consequences?"
Despite Sun Zhengguo's harsh accusations, Huang Er remained unfazed.
He was no longer the groveling worker he once was. Having tasted power, his ego had become extremely inflated, and he no longer took Sun Zhengguo seriously.
"Hehe! Sun Zhengguo, you still have that same arrogant attitude. Times have changed. You can't exploit me anymore. Now I represent the working class and demand that you stop production so that everyone can receive training. At the same time, you must also be subject to investigation."
"Fine, fine, you're being ungrateful. I'm giving you a serious warning: don't cross the line, or you'll face the consequences."
Sun Zhengguo was no longer willing to waste words. His anger flared up, and he pulled out his sidearm and pulled the trigger at Huang Er's feet.
Bang! Bang!
Two gunshots rang out in quick succession, startling Huang Er so much that he took several steps back. "You...you...?"
Although Huang Er was a little guilty, he still mustered up his courage and raised his arms to shout.
"Comrades, don't be afraid of him, he's just bluffing..."
"Yes, Captain Huang is right. Don't be afraid of him, he's just a paper tiger. Let's all go together and defeat all those paper tigers who ride on the backs of the people."
A young man standing nearby also stepped forward, supporting Huang Er with his actions and taking a few steps forward.
He simply didn't believe it. In the past, when they participated in these activities, they had seen guns before, but it was all just for show. Who would dare to actually fire a gun?
Seeing that someone stood up to support him, Huang Er mustered his courage again and began to vigorously incite others.
"Don't be afraid, everyone. Come with me. We, the working class, represent everything. I'll take responsibility for anything that happens..."
"Yes, yes! Follow Captain Huang and charge in."
"Charge!"
...
Seeing the crowd about to spiral out of control, the other staff members at the research institute turned pale and hurriedly took a few steps back, fearing they would be caught in the crossfire.
Only Zhou Weimin, Sun Zhengan, and a few others did not retreat, fearing that Sun Zhengguo would suffer a loss.
But was Sun Zhengguo afraid? The answer is clearly no.
His eyes were fixed on the police line, ready to fire at any moment.
Don't think he's just talking; this time he really dared to fire.
As for what the consequences might be?
He no longer wanted to think about it. If he could stay, he would stay obediently; if he couldn't, he would simply take his family and leave.
He believed that if he wanted to leave, no one could stop him, not even a large army could surround him; that was his confidence.
Just then, Huang Er and his men had crossed the cordon and were feeling smug when gunshots suddenly rang out.
Bang bang bang bang bang bang!
He fired several shots in succession until the gun was out of bullets, then Sun Zhengguo calmly changed the magazine.
At the same time, Huang Er, who was lying on the ground, and another young man let out a series of miserable howls.
At this moment, both of them had been shot in the legs and were writhing on the ground in pain, blood flowing continuously.
The others, witnessing such a horrific scene, were so frightened that they froze in place, too afraid to move.
They're just a bit radical, not brainless. If they dare to go any further, people will die.
But Sun Zhengguo still wasn't going to let them off the hook, and he shouted at Company Commander Wu.
"Company Commander Wu, what are you waiting for? Arrest all the enemy agents who have crossed the cordon!"
"Oh, yes, sir!
Upon realizing what was happening, Company Commander Wu immediately ordered his soldiers to arrest the man.
He really didn't expect that Director Sun, who usually seemed like a gentle person, would be so decisive and ruthless in his actions.
He didn't care about the consequences of arresting people; he was just following orders.
P.S.: The chapter was under review and has been slightly modified. I hope you can understand.
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