Zhao Youcai thought the other party would at least be polite to him, settle him in first, and then talk about everything else tomorrow.
The development of new weapons was urgent, and having finally come up with an idea, there was no time for Zhao Youcai to rest.
The high-ranking leader's son even dragged Zhao Youcai straight to the weapons research base, but the other party blindfolded Zhao Youcai and led him there.
But he didn't know that Zhao Youcai's town had navigation and could draw its own maps.
Zhao Youcai became increasingly surprised as he walked, because the place looked far too familiar.
This is the underground venue of the Thousand Harvest Festival, not the military district underground as he thought!
No wonder the Chiho Festival chose this location; no wonder the security level here has always been the highest.
When Zhao Youcai finally saw the dim yellow light above his head and several faces he had only ever seen in books, he felt much more energetic.
"Comrade Zhao made this toy for his grandson. We tested it at the firing range, and its power and accuracy were quite good. If we apply this to the weapons we are going to manufacture, the effect might be even better."
The youngest son of the high-ranking leader took out the mortar blueprints and toy models and placed them on the workbench, gesturing for them to come up and look at them and study them.
These people are not arrogant; the senior researchers and scientists are all kind-hearted.
Anyone who can be brought here must have their own abilities.
And look! After seeing those incredibly detailed blueprints, the guy who specialized in mortars had his eyes light up.
He found the answers to all his technical problems on this blueprint.
They took the blueprints as if they had found a treasure and went back to continue their research, while the rest of the people came to study the model.
I must say, the toy model was really well made; every little part was exquisitely crafted when disassembled.
"Wow! I didn't know this gear could be polished like this! I was wondering why the meshing wasn't quite right here. Turns out there's a blade in the middle that provides friction!"
"Look at this line, the tension can be adjusted like this. This technology can be used on various firearms to effectively prevent accidental discharge and barrel explosion."
"This Comrade Zhao is truly a talent; such talent must be recruited into the organization!"
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Hearing these comments, Zhao Youcai's lips twitched involuntarily a few times.
What merit or ability does he possess to have reached this point today?
However, Zhao Youcai still found a spot, got some materials, sat down, and made a mortar on the spot, following the drawings and combining the steps and contents of the cheat code.
To be honest, changing the materials made it even more effective.
Those who witnessed firsthand how Zhao Youcai made this thing were all stunned.
One by one, they gathered around, and some of the more handy ones even started making their own, copying the design.
If any problems arose along the way, Zhao Youcai would provide guidance, and soon more than a dozen people were able to complete the task independently.
So the military scientists gathered together again and began to further upgrade and improve the technology.
The dim light lingered for a long time, and only when I occasionally looked up at the old-fashioned wall clock did I realize that twenty-four hours had passed silently.
A careful observer noticed this detail and, somewhat embarrassed, approached Zhao Youcai, lowering their voice and saying with a hint of guilt:
"I'm sorry, Comrade Zhao, this is how people here are usually. As soon as there is some scientific progress, we have to implement it immediately, for fear that if we are late, we will miss the inspiration and let it slip away."
Zhao Youcai naturally wouldn't nitpick about these people's details or how they treated guests. These were people who truly contributed to the prosperity of the motherland. Without their contributions, there would be no future for the motherland.
"I admire them so much, how could I possibly think there's anything wrong with what they did? Don't worry, I'm not that petty."
"But I am indeed quite tired right now. I came from Jilin Province and haven't slept a wink since I got here. At my age, I really can't keep going like this."
The researchers looked at Zhao Youcai with great surprise, especially his later remark about being "a very old man," which really shocked them.
Unfortunately, Zhao Youcai noticed the doubt in his expression, which reaffirmed his thoughts, and he even voiced the doubt in the man's mind.
"Can't you tell? I'm already sixty this year, and I'll be turning sixty-one in two months."
The researchers were even more shocked.
Zhao Youcai looked so young, like a younger brother, but he was already old enough to be his father. Who wouldn't be shocked?
Fortunately, the youngest son of the big boss finally remembered that there was such a person as him, and he managed to stand out from the crowd.
"Uncle Zhao, look at my memory! I'll personally take you to rest."
The man who had just been talking to Zhao Youcai now looked like he was about to crack open.
So is it true that Comrade Zhao is sixty years old this year?
How did Comrade Zhao manage to stay so young? Is he doing medical research?
So, one more person was sent to take Zhao Youcai to rest.
Throughout the journey, the man listened silently to the high-ranking leader's youngest son and Zhao Youcai chatting casually, becoming increasingly shocked as he listened.
Only then did I realize that the person in front of me was the legendary figure who generated foreign exchange for the country and provided researchers with more funding for research and development.
At this moment, his eyes were shining as he looked at Zhao Youcai, and he had completely transformed into a little fanboy who worshipped Zhao Youcai to no end.
It wasn't until Zhao Youcai went to rest in the small room specially reserved for him that the two of them went back together and mentioned Zhao Youcai.
The youngest son of the high-ranking leader had a particularly deep smile. Looking at his longtime friend who was inquiring about Zhao Youcai's whereabouts, he left only this one sentence.
"All you need to know is that Comrade Zhao is a key talent protected by the state, just like us. Building a good relationship with him can only bring benefits, not harm. You don't need to know too much."
After all, these are the words of my own boss, and listening to him is definitely the right thing to do.
Clearly, this young researcher is also sensible.
After returning, the two continued to devote themselves to meetings and research on how to improve mortars, and neither of them noticed that Comrade Zhao Youcai, who had provided these ideas, was missing.
When Zhao Youcai finally woke up after a good night's sleep and went outside, he saw two young men grinning broadly, standing at the door with mortars in hand, waiting for him.
"Uncle Zhao! We did it! Come with us to the firing range to check our results!"
Fortunately, Zhao Youcai was quite brave and had a strong heart. Otherwise, he would have been startled to be greeted with such a close-up face-to-face encounter as soon as he opened the door.
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