"I've heard a little about Fu's new energy project." Qiu Mingsong gently shook his teacup. "The technology is very forward-looking, but unfortunately there's a serious loss of talent."
"With you here to guide us, the situation will be much better."
Qiu Mingsong put down his teacup and said, "Mr. Jiang, with all due respect, this project is too risky. Hongtai is coming at us with such force, and there's a suspicion of a mole within the Fu Group. My old bones can't handle this."
"Professor Qiu's concerns are valid." Jiang Tingchen didn't force it. "It's just that if this project succeeds, it will change the entire industry landscape. Before you retired, you always hoped to see a breakthrough in domestic technology. This might be an opportunity."
"You do understand me." Qiu Mingsong smiled, "But I need to think about it."
"Of course." Jiang Tingchen stood up and said goodbye. "I'll leave the project information for you to review. Mr. Ning respects your achievements very much and hopes to have the opportunity to consult in person."
Three days later, Qiu Mingsong came to Fu Group in person.
"Professor Qiu!" Ning Nanxue greeted him personally. "Thank you very much for meeting me."
"Boss Jiang said you're a decisive leader." Qiu Mingsong stood straight in front of Ning Nanxue. "I want to see for myself whether it's worth breaking my retirement vow."
Ning Nanxue smiled: "Then please follow me, I will show you around the R&D center."
In the laboratory, Ning Nanxue gave a detailed introduction to the project progress and technical difficulties.
Qiu Mingsong asked questions from time to time, and his eyes gradually became focused.
"This idea is very novel," he said, pointing to a set of data. "But it lacks systematic verification."
"That's exactly our dilemma," Ning Nanxue said frankly. "The loss of core talent has caused research and development to stagnate."
"Young people lack patience and always want to take shortcuts," Qiu Mingsong shook his head. "True technological innovation requires time."
"So we need guidance from an experienced master like you." Ning Nanxue said sincerely.
Qiu Mingsong was silent for a moment: "Boss Ning, I have three conditions."
"Please go ahead."
"First, the project is completely independent and free from administrative interference from the company. Second, I need to independently select team members. Third, the ownership of R&D results is clear and cannot be transferred at will."
"I agree to all of them." Ning Nanxue said without hesitation, "I will draft the contract immediately."
"So easy?" Qiu Mingsong was a little surprised.
"Because these conditions precisely demonstrate your professionalism and your emphasis on the project." Ning Nanxue smiled. "We share the same goal, which is to produce truly valuable results."
In this way, Qiu Mingsong officially joined Fu Group and served as the chief scientist of new energy projects.
The news caused a stir in the industry, and several key technical personnel who had already submitted their resignations contacted Ning Nanxue, expressing their willingness to stay.
"Professor Qiu has left retirement?" Fu Chen's face darkened when he heard the news. "Didn't he retire a long time ago?"
"Jiang Tingchen was the one who pulled the strings." Xu Zhao gritted his teeth. "This guy has too many connections."
"It's not just a matter of connections," Fu Chen said coldly, his pen drawing a long mark on the document. "He made a brilliant move. Qiu Mingsong is highly respected in the industry. Once he steps out, he'll be able to stabilize Fu's wavering technical staff."
Xu Zhao stood up and walked to the window, his back to Fu Chen: "Brother-in-law, we have to act quickly, otherwise Hongtai may not be able to wait."
"What did Martin say?"
"He's very anxious and thinks we've dragged on too long." Xu Zhao turned around. "He said if there's no substantial progress, we'll have to consider reaching out to other partners."
Fu Chen could only grit his teeth and say, "I understand. Let's find a solution as soon as possible."
Meanwhile, in Ning Nanxue's apartment, Jiang Tingchen was busy in the kitchen. The sound of the spatula stirring and the aroma filled the air.
"Xue'er, just ten more minutes." Jiang Tingchen called softly, skillfully stir-frying the ingredients in the pot.
Ning Nanxue walked out of the study and looked at the table full of dishes in surprise: "You made so much, how can the two of us finish it?"
"How was the talk today? Did Professor Qiu agree?" Jiang Tingchen did not answer directly but asked instead.
"He agreed." Ning Nanxue's face showed a long-lost sense of relief. "Thanks to you for the connection, Tingchen. This is very important to us."
Jiang Tingchen turned off the fire and turned to serve the last dish. "Then it's worth celebrating. Come, try this braised spareribs. I specially used your favorite recipe."
Ning Nanxue took a bite and exclaimed, "It's delicious. When did you learn how to make this?"
"During the time when you were working overtime," Jiang Tingchen poured her a glass of red wine, "I thought I'd give you a surprise when you were done."
Ning Nanxue put down her chopsticks and said guiltily, "I'm sorry, I've been too busy recently and ignored your feelings."
"I understand, Xue'er." Jiang Tingchen held her hand. "The company is facing a crisis, and you have too many things to deal with."
"But that's not a reason for me to ignore you." Ning Nanxue held his hand in return, "Thank you for always being by my side and giving me strength."
Jiang Tingchen smiled and said, "That's because I love you. But you have to promise me that no matter how busy you are, you will eat at least three meals a day."
"As you say, Mr. Tingchen." Ning Nanxue saluted playfully, then her expression became serious. "You've done so much for me, but I always put work first."
"Because you are Ning Nanxue." Jiang Tingchen said gently, "If you become a woman who only cares about love, then you are not the person I fell in love with."
Ning Nanxue was touched by these words and said softly, "But I don't want you to feel unimportant."
"Lucky me." Jiang Tingchen raised his glass. "Come, let's toast to Professor Qiu joining us and to our future."
The two men's wine glasses collided in the air, making a crisp sound.
After dinner, Ning Nanxue took the initiative to clear the table, while Jiang Tingchen stood on the balcony and answered a phone call.
"Have you arranged it?" Jiang Tingchen lowered his voice, "Make sure it's kept secret and don't let anyone know."
After hanging up the phone, he turned around and found Ning Nanxue standing behind him.
"Is there something you are hiding from me?" Ning Nanxue asked with a smile.
Jiang Tingchen replied casually: "I prepared a surprise for you. Now it's not a surprise anymore."
Ning Nanxue walked closer to him and leaned on his shoulder: "The moonlight is so beautiful tonight."
"I can't compare to you." Jiang Tingchen put his arm around her waist, and they both looked out the window at the night scene.
Looking at the night outside the window, Jiang Tingchen gently stroked Ning Nanxue's fingertips, and the two fell into a comfortable silence.
The next morning, Ning Nanxue's phone suddenly rang.
"Mr. Ning, there's an urgent matter that requires your attention." Secretary Chen, the marketing director, said excitedly, "We've discovered a major problem with Hongtai Group's products."
Ning Nanxue immediately sat up straight: "What's the problem? Tell me in detail."
"Our research team found that Hongtai's new product would severely overheat after 72 hours of continuous operation, which may pose a safety hazard."
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