After finishing their business, Sun Zhengguo was very polite and escorted them all the way to the front door.
The purpose was obvious: to leave a good impression on the two men and prepare for their future incorporation.
After the sentry returned his pistol, the two left the research institute and headed towards the nearby guesthouse.
On the way back, Section Chief Lin first checked his sidearm, and only after finding no problems did he show an excited expression.
"Director Hu, you said Director Sun is a department-level cadre, so why is he such a nice person? He seems quite polite and has no airs at all."
Factory Director Hu nodded, agreeing with this statement.
"Yes! Don't let his youth fool you, he developed many of the machine tools in our factory. He's really amazing! Beijing is truly a place where hidden talents reside."
"Hey! Director Hu, since we're coming over tomorrow, could Director Sun give us a few more orders?"
"Who knows?" Director Hu shrugged and continued walking with his head down.
Actually, he wasn't sure either, so he could only take it one step at a time.
...
While the two were still discussing, Sun Zhengguo made a phone call and found Minister Li.
On the phone, he first complained about the immense pressure of production and asked for help.
After listening to this, Minister Li took it very seriously and then asked, "Comrade Zhengguo, what kind of assistance do you need? Whether it's personnel, supplies, or money, the ministry will give you priority in resolving these issues."
"Minister Li, I don't want any of these. What I want is a factory. I wonder if you can approve it?"
"You want a factory?" Minister Li was completely dumbfounded. What kind of request was this?
"Comrade Zhengguo, could you explain in more detail?"
"Oh! Here's what happened..."
Then Sun Zhengguo recounted the whole story of why Director Hu had come to see him, including the difficulties their factory was currently facing.
After listening, Minister Li immediately understood what he meant, but he did not offer any advice on the spot.
"Comrade Zhengguo! I'll have my secretary check it out later. If there are no problems, the ministry will definitely support it in principle. Just wait for news!"
"Thank you, Minister Li, but I'll have to trouble you to hurry, as I need to reply to someone tomorrow morning!"
"Get out of here, you little brat, you're always causing me trouble, hahaha!"
Minister Li said with a disdainful smile, but in reality, he cherished her more than anyone else.
Everyone knows how much foreign exchange the research institute's branch factories are making these days, and no organization can possibly be envious.
Yesterday, my old comrade-in-arms, Vice Minister Bai, called me. He sounded so bitter, his words revealing a deep sense of resentment.
But what can you do? Old Li just got lucky!
After finishing the call, Minister Li immediately summoned Secretary Wang and asked him to check the information about the Shanghai electronics factory.
Half an hour later, Secretary Wang came over with a page of information and placed it on Minister Li's desk.
"Boss, here is all the information about the Shanghai electronics factory. Please take a look."
"Um!"
Minister Li nodded, picked up the documents, and began to look at them.
Not long after learning the details of the electronics factory, Minister Li dialed the Shanghai Machinery Bureau without hesitation.
The final result was predictable.
Although the Shanghai Machinery Bureau was unwilling, it couldn't fight against the powerful and gave up the electronics factory in just a few minutes.
Seeing that the matter had been successfully completed, Minister Li dialed Sun Zhengguo's number again.
The two talked on the phone for a long time...
...
The next morning, before work hours had even started, Director Hu and Section Chief Lin were already waiting at the entrance of the research institute, eagerly anticipating their arrival.
Because it was particularly cold in the morning, the two of them kept rubbing their hands and stamping their feet to relieve the chill.
Soon, Sun Zhengguo arrived at the door in his car at a leisurely pace.
When he saw the two gatekeepers guarding the entrance, he couldn't help but shake his head. He immediately told his cousin to stop the car and then rolled down the window.
Before he could even speak, Director Hu and his companion surrounded him.
"Good morning, Director Sun!"
Good morning, Director Sun.
"Good morning, you two! Didn't I tell you to come to work first? Why are you here so early? Come in!"
As he spoke, Sun Zhengguo waved to the sentries, signaling them to let them pass.
Hehehe~!
The two just gave an awkward laugh, offered no explanation, and then went into the research institute.
When the three arrived at the office, Sun Zhengguo saw that their lips were shivering from the cold, so he quickly poured them two more cups of hot tea.
"Director Hu, Section Chief Lin, have some tea to warm yourselves up. This isn't the South, don't catch a cold."
Thank you, thank you!
...
To be honest, Director Hu and his colleague were deeply moved; look at their magnanimity.
Such a high-ranking leader not only personally poured them tea, but also conveyed a deep sense of care and concern through his words.
How could I not be moved?
After drinking a cup of hot tea, a warm feeling spread through his body, and only then did Director Hu ask about the important matter.
"Director Sun, I don't know about yesterday's matter. How did your unit handle the discussion?"
Seeing the expectant look in Director Hu's eyes, Sun Zhengguo decided not to beat around the bush and went straight to the point.
"Director Hu, I have truthfully reported your factory's predicament to the higher authorities. The higher authorities have taken the news very seriously. After all, so many workers can't just lose their jobs, right?"
"Yes, yes, yes! Director Sun is right. On behalf of the workers, I thank you. Thank you, thank you!" Director Hu stood up excitedly, expressing his gratitude repeatedly.
Sun Zhengguo quickly gestured for him to stop before continuing.
"Director Hu, after an emergency consultation with the ministry, your factory will not only be able to produce this kind of antenna, but you can also produce it freely and export it abroad."
"What?"
Factory Director Hu couldn't believe his ears; he was completely stunned by the enormous cake that had hit him.
Such a good thing?
But those who can become factory managers are not mindless; various thoughts immediately welled up in his mind…
Sun Zhengguo didn't say anything more, just looked at him calmly.
After a moment, Director Hu regained his composure and then asked a question in a weak voice.
"Director Sun, are there any conditions involved?"
“You’re right,” Sun Zhengguo stood up and said directly.
"Director Hu, after deliberation by the Ministry, it has been decided that your electronics factory will directly become the Southern Branch of our research institute. What do you think?"
Sure enough, when Director Hu heard the decision, his eyes dimmed.
The electronics factory was incorporated into the research institute, which also meant that his time as factory director was coming to an end.
After all, he's not one of our own, so why should others use him?
However, the thought that the factory would not be shut down and the workers would not lose their jobs put Director Hu at ease.
"Never mind, since the organization has already made its decision, I can't change it. As long as the workers don't lose their jobs, I will absolutely support it. Director Sun can just send someone to hand over the work to me."
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