"Comrade Zhengguo! What are your thoughts?" Seeing that no one spoke, Minister Li had no choice but to ask personally.
“Yes! Comrade Zhengguo, if I remember correctly, you said back then that competitors would appear soon. I suppose you have a way to deal with that, right?” Director Yu quickly asked as well.
After all, it involves a great deal of issues, and no one can ignore it.
"Hehehe!" Sun Zhengguo seemed to have a plan in mind, and chuckled as he spoke.
"Please don't rush, leaders. The pagers currently on the market are only the first generation of analog pagers. I am arranging for people to develop the second generation of digital pagers, which I believe will be available soon."
"We'll launch the new product directly, and then lower the price of the first-generation model. I want to see how Motorola will compete with us!"
"Second-generation pager?"
The leaders present had no concept of this, so they were all skeptical.
Seeing this, Sun Zhengguo had no choice but to patiently explain the difference between the first-generation and second-generation aircraft to everyone.
After hearing the explanation, Minister Li felt much more at ease, and even applied the knowledge to other situations.
"Comrade Zhengguo! According to you, does that mean there are third-generation fighter jets coming up?"
"That's right, but after the third generation of mobile phones, pagers will have completed their mission and will be phased out."
Upon hearing Sun Zhengguo's words, Director Yu recalled their previous conversation and immediately added a comment.
"I know that. Pagers will be replaced by mobile phones in the future, Comrade Zhengguo! Am I right?"
"Director Yu is absolutely right, so everyone doesn't need to worry. Oh, and I have some more good news for you: the development of the mobile phone is basically complete."
"Really? Well done, comrades at the research institute..."
"That's great! I'll recommend you for commendation when we get back..."
...
The leaders present were given two boosts in one go, and they became more energetic, praising the leaders one after another.
What was originally a rather unpleasant situation has now turned into a happy one.
Afterwards, seeing that there was nothing more to discuss, Minister Li adjourned the meeting.
After the meeting, Sun Zhengguo was about to leave when Minister Li stopped him, saying he had something to discuss with him privately.
no way?
Sun Zhengguo could only arrange for Zhou Weimin to leave first, while he went to Minister Li's office.
After the two were seated, Secretary Wang brought tea and then left the office so as not to disturb their conversation.
Minister Li slowly took a sip of tea, then put down the teacup and said with a serious expression.
"Comrade Zhengguo! I may be transferred at the end of the year, and Vice Minister Liu may take over. I hope you can get on good terms with him in advance."
After hearing Minister Li's words, Sun Zhengguo remained calm, as if he had expected it.
According to his age, Minister Li is about time to retire.
The reason he hasn't retired yet is because he's doing a good job.
This time he was transferred, and although he was promoted and could work for a few more years, he certainly wouldn't have any real power; it would be no different from retirement.
Thinking about this, Sun Zhengguo didn't know whether to congratulate or comfort him.
After a long pause, he said, "Minister, you've devoted your whole life to your work; it's time to enjoy your retirement."
"You little rascal, I'm just concerned about you! Of course, as long as Vice Minister Liu isn't stupid, he won't destroy his own position."
At this point, Minister Li made a point of observing Sun Zhengguo's expression, and only continued after seeing that the other party seemed completely unaffected.
"However, you don't need to worry. I have already suggested to the higher authorities that you be appointed as the Vice Minister of the Ministry of Machinery and join the Standing Committee."
No, no, no!
Sun Zhengguo, who had been unmoved just moments before, was so shocked by the news that he almost jumped up.
"No, can we not do this? Minister Li, why are you doing this? Aren't you just tying me to the Ministry of Machinery?"
"Look at your lack of ambition. Aren't you now part of the Ministry of Machinery? You need to understand, I'm doing this to make it easier for you to start your work in the future."
Although Minister Li's words made sense, with the title of Vice Minister and Standing Committee Member of the Ministry of Machinery, he would have a voice no matter who became Minister in the future.
But Sun Zhengguo really didn't want to do it, because in his view, it would only increase his burden and be of no practical use.
Think about it, given the size of the research institute, who would dare to mess with it?
However, before the old troubles were gone, new troubles arose, and then Minister Li dropped another bombshell on him.
"Comrade Zhengguo! Considering that your unit is jointly managed by two levels of departments, the General Office may follow suit, and you may end up with another deputy director title."
"Uh...?" Sun Zhengguo was completely speechless. What kind of situation was this?!
...
On the way back, Sun Zhengnan noticed that his older brother was in a bad mood, but he didn't dare to ask. The two of them walked back to the research institute like this.
After the car came to a stop, Sun Zhengguo got out and, without even returning to his office, went straight into the laboratory…
...
Ten days later, the daughter's full-month celebration was also scheduled. On this day, not long after Sun Zhengguo finished dinner, Sun Dajiang and his wife arrived at the compound.
As soon as Lin Wencui arrived, Yueyue became her precious treasure, the kind that no one could take away from her.
After Sun Dajiang sat down, he asked, "Zhengguo, the banquet is just around the corner, where are you planning to hold it?"
"Dad, I'm planning to hold the banquet at Fengzeyuan this time, and I've already contacted them. I'll book the lunch session that day."
Hearing his son say this, Sun Dajiang nodded.
After all, my son's social interactions are different. If some important person comes, it's better to go to a restaurant than to live in a tenement.
At this moment, Lin Wencui came over and sat down with her child in her arms. "Zhengguo, how much will it cost? Your parents will pay for it."
Upon hearing this, Sun Zhengguo smiled and said, "Mom, you don't need to pay. I'll bring my own wine and food, so it won't cost much."
To everyone's surprise, Lin Wencui was immediately displeased upon hearing this.
"You silly child, why did you change your mind again after we agreed on this? Are you worried that your parents don't have the money? No, we have to pay for it."
“Yes! Zhengguo, buying groceries costs money, so just name a price,” Sun Dajiang chimed in, the two of them determined to spend the money.
Seeing his parents' attitude, Sun Zhengguo felt helpless, as he couldn't tell them that the food and wine hadn't cost any money at all.
"Sigh!" Sun Zhengguo sighed deeply, realizing he could only resort to the old methods.
"Mom and Dad, I think it's better if I accept all the money as gifts, and that will be considered as you contributing money. What do you think?"
"No, we've already covered the cost of booking the entire venue for lunch. You have to agree whether you like it or not. It's settled then."
Lin Wencui said this very domineeringly, not giving her son a chance to refute.
Hearing his mother's aggressive tone, Sun Zhengguo couldn't help but shake his head and smile bitterly.
"Mom, I'm a leader, can't you at least give me some face?"
Although she knew her son was joking, Lin Wencui still didn't believe him.
"What, you think you're the boss? I can't control you anymore? If you're not happy, just keep it to yourself."
"Fine, fine, okay!"
Sun Zhengguo raised his hands in surrender; what could he do when he had such a domineering mother?
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