Scholars in the courtyard.

Chapter 2928: Sure Win
Nine parts.

Yang Xiaotao drove back in a hurry. His initial anxiety subsided as he stepped through the gates of the Ninth Department.

All the way, he was thinking about sharing the good news with Li Hongfeng and the others, about coming back to ask about the situation in foreign trade, and about how to explain the West-East Gas Pipeline project.

Now, everything is less of a rush!

Let everything take its natural course!

Maintain composure in the face of great events!

Yang Xiaotao silently reminded himself.

As they entered the office, Liu Lixue and Lou Xiao'e both glanced at Yang Xiaotao, only to find that he exuded a calm and composed aura upon his return.

"Xiao'e, tell Secretary Li and the others that there's a meeting at 3 PM this afternoon!"

"Also, let Han Sanfeng and Lu Tao participate!"

Yang Xiaotao sat in the chair and said solemnly.

Lou Xiao'e immediately nodded and went out to inform them, while Yang Xiaotao took out paper and pen to organize his thoughts.

The first thing that happened was that the Pharaoh's country took a liking to the weapons in their country, most likely because of the combat achievements of the J-8 fighter jets that supported Persia.

It's important to understand that the Persian scimitar and the Desert Eagle have now become crucial forces in maintaining stability in the desert skies.

Even the United States' ever-improving Tomcat couldn't get the better of the Persian scimitar. In fact, as the pilots became more and more familiar with it, with the help of the PL-3 missile, they could often take on three or four opponents at once!

Otherwise, Mosidov wouldn't have remained a dark horse all the way through, nor would he have risen so quickly.

It is estimated that the Pharaohs saw the power of the Persian scimitar, which is why they took the initiative to contact Persia and act as a platform to purchase weapons from China.

This is also why so few weapon options were offered at this meeting with President Peng.

In the end, perhaps only the Ninth Division and the Seventh Machine Department will be able to get their hands on this piece of meat.

However, the relevant departments involved in aircraft production need to make preparations in advance, and related departments also need to cooperate well.

This is a big stage, unlike Bei'an, where people play hide-and-seek in the woods all day.

Once you step onto the stage, you'll attract more attention.

Once we build a good reputation, maybe more customers will come to us.

These things are somewhat far off, but right now it is indeed an opportunity.

The second thing is the potential impact of this upcoming conflict.

Due to the alteration of Persian history, the emergence of Mosidov, which should not have occurred, gave the Pharaoh's kingdom more options.

Thus, the fourth conflict is very likely to deviate from its original trajectory.

Of course, Yang Xiaotao is not opposed to this change.

After all, the original victims could still receive sympathy, but once they become perpetrators, no matter how much suffering they have endured in history, it is no longer a reason to persecute others!

Yang Xiaotao felt no guilt about a nation that didn't know how to be grateful.

Of course, regardless of the final outcome, the post-war impact will be the same.

Therefore, with the opportunity arriving ahead of schedule, the arrangements made by the nine ministries need to be implemented as quickly as possible.

The plan must be perfected as much as possible before others realize what's happening.

Therefore, Li Shengli needs to speed up the process.

Furthermore, we must plan our finances carefully to avoid any unforeseen circumstances!

The last thing was the West-to-East Gas Pipeline project.

He has absolutely no clue what to do about this. How to do it, where to do it, what kind of machine to use, etc., are all a complete mess!

What troubled Yang Xiaotao even more was that such a large project was unlike shipbuilding, where a group of people stayed in the shipyard, where the environment was fixed and management was convenient!
But the pipeline for this transport is several thousand kilometers long. With such a long distance, we have to consider the terrain, the environment, the difficulty of construction, and the personnel issues.

There's also the issue of materials. Yang Xiaotao doesn't believe that just any piece of steel can be used to make pipes; it might be another research project!

Furthermore, given the current lack of machinery, excavation can only be carried out manually.

So the question is, what about the food?
Relying solely on the grain reserves of the local production teams?
It's a real headache!
Things are too urgent; Yang Xiaotao needs to find some time to sort things out properly.

Fortunately, Mr. Chen didn't rush him, so he had time.

As Yang Xiaotao went through the list of items, just as he was about to go to the conference room to wait for someone to start a meeting, Old Wang appeared at the office door.

Yang Xiaotao frowned as he watched Old Wang knock on the door and walk in.

This guy really left a very deep impression on Yang Xiaotao.

He sleeps on the floor in his office all the time, and the worst part is that he sleeps on the floor in his office!
That scoundrel!
Yang Xiaotao cursed inwardly, but smiled on his face.

"Old Wang, you didn't even tell me you were coming so I could have greeted you!"

"Xiaoxue, serve the best tea!"

Liu Lixue smiled and immediately went to brew tea.

Old Wang walked in with his hands behind his back, saying, "You don't need to greet me. Just keep cursing me to yourself!"

"No way! I'm just a straightforward person; I say what I think!"

Old Wang nodded. "Yes, just like me!"

Then they both laughed.

"I saw you run off as soon as the meeting ended, so I figured it must be something important. I came to check on you, so if you can help, just let me know!"

Old Wang sat down with a calm expression.

Yang Xiaotao's expression remained calm, but inwardly he was cursing.

I've asked you to, so you'll help me out, right?

Now that you've asked for help, it's a problem if I don't!
Therefore, it's best not to take this on.

"There were some things to take care of at the department, so I thought I'd come back early to arrange them!"

Yang Xiaotao picked up his teacup and spoke softly.

I thought Old Wang would continue to ask questions, but instead he simply picked up his teacup, took a sip, and then changed the subject, saying, "I have some good news for you."

Yang Xiaotao looked up, wondering if he had misheard. If this person was saying good news, it must really be good news!
Thinking this, I heard Old Wang say, "A couple of days ago, news came from the satellite launch center that the first phase of construction has been inspected and completed, achieving the expected goals. The instruments and equipment for the second phase have also arrived and are being debugged!"

"Thanks to the computers you provided, those things are really great, they've advanced the project by six months, and the construction schedule will be shortened as well!"

Yang Xiaotao's face lit up with joy. "That's really good news!"

"The original plan was to put it into use in 73!"

"It now appears that we can begin trial operation by the end of 72, at which point we can attempt launch operations!"

"Our satellite can use it!"

As Yang Xiaotao said this, he was still somewhat emotional. Although it cost a lot of money, at least there was a result.

I'm really looking forward to that day.

The two chatted for a while about the construction of the satellite launch center, and then they talked about Ran's father.

Last year when he left, he said he would come back before the New Year, but now the New Year is almost here again and I still haven't seen him.

Although his wife didn't say it, she was still thinking about it.

Upon hearing Yang Xiaotao's question, Old Wang immediately replied, "Director Ran will be back this year, but he'll be going to the Northwest!"

"To the Northwest?"

"Satellite launch?"

Old Wang nodded, "He heard that a satellite was going to be launched and wanted to go and see it, to gain some experience, so that he could prepare for the work in Xizhou!"

Yang Xiaotao nodded, this personality was in line with Ran's father's style.

"That works too. I remember it's supposed to launch around the Lunar New Year, right?"

"There aren't many days left!"

Old Wang nodded, "Yes, I reckon they've already set off for there!"

"By the way, when will you send your satellite over?"

"We're leaving the day after tomorrow; we're doing final checks these next two days!"

Old Wang nodded in agreement, then remarked with a sigh, "Your Ninth Department is truly wealthy and powerful. Last time, the Chinese Academy of Sciences' satellite traveled by train, enduring a lot of sand along the way."

"You guys are something else, you actually put it on a transport plane, impressive!"

Yang Xiaotao quickly shook his head, "It's not that we're so great, it's that the employer is rich! All expenses are reimbursed!"

As they spoke, both of them laughed.

"Alright, I've told you what happened. If there's nothing else, I'm leaving!"

Old Wang got up to leave, leaving Yang Xiaotao somewhat taken aback!

This isn't like Mr. Wang at all!
However, Yang Xiaotao still got up to see him off. The two went downstairs, and until Old Wang got into his car, they simply waved goodbye without saying anything else. Watching Old Wang's car drive away, Yang Xiaotao scratched his head, feeling a little out of sorts.

"Minister Yang, time is almost up!"

Yang Xiaotao heard Liu Lixue's voice behind him, and he nodded in response before walking into the office building.

The two took the documents from the office and went to the conference room.

When they arrived, Wang Guodong and Xu Yuanshan had arrived earlier, and the others hadn't arrived yet, so the three of them started chatting.

"Xu Long, do you still remember him?"

As Xu Yuanshan spoke, Yang Xiaotao immediately nodded, "I remember, he's the eldest brother from Uncle Xu's family."

"Isn't he in the Northwest?"

Yang Xiaotao recalled that when they were in the Northwest, Xu Long was a battalion commander in the armored forces.

Xu Yuanshan laughed heartily. In his family, apart from him, the eldest and third sons were both serving in the military.

Although one member of each family went to the military, it seems that my family and the third son's family are just wasting their time in the military.

Only the two brothers in the eldest son's family are successful.

"Yeah, that kid's doing pretty well in the Northwest. He's a regimental commander now, in a mechanized infantry regiment!"

"He's already a battalion commander? If I remember correctly, Brother Long is two years older than me!"

Xu Yuanshan nodded with a smile. As long as he didn't compare his nephew to the person in front of him, his nephew was the best!

"Congratulations!"

Yang Xiaotao offered his congratulations from the side, while Wang Guodong laughed, "This isn't really a congratulation. The real congratulations are that this kid has found a wife!"

"Ah, where are you from?"

Wang Guodong didn't say anything, but Xu Yuanshan, who was standing next to him, smiled again and said, "You know Secretary Qian from the Northwest, right?"

Yang Xiaotao immediately nodded, "I know, Secretary Qian, who works alongside Wang Huzi, holds a very high position and wields great power."

"What's wrong? Did Brother Xiaolong become a live-in son-in-law?"

"Get lost! Any kid in our family who dares to become a live-in son-in-law will have his legs broken!"

Yang Xiaotao and Wang Guodong continued to laugh.

"She's Secretary Qian's niece, and she's also in the army. Secretary Qian was the one who introduced them!"

"I'm bringing my girl home for Chinese New Year this year, and if nothing unexpected happens, we'll get married!"

"That's wonderful news! Uncle Wang, shouldn't we drink this cup of wine?"

Yang Xiaotao winked at Wang Guodong, who immediately said, "Well, that depends on whether they invite us or not!"

"We can't just go anywhere without good wine!"

Upon hearing this, Xu Yuanshan immediately reached out and punched Wang Guodong on the shoulder, "You old Wang, you're still trying to play tricks on me!"

"Haha, this isn't about being cunning; it's just that good things don't come unless you invite them!"

Xu Yuanshan shook his head, "You guys should all come then, I've even brought out the old man's wine cabinet!"

Yang Xiaotao joked, "Wouldn't Grandpa Xu be heartbroken?"

"Him? He's very happy about his eldest grandson's wedding."

At this point, Xu Yuanshan looked at Yang Xiaotao and said, "You know what, this old man is always thinking about having a great-grandson so he can compete with your son!"

Yang Xiaotao laughed heartily again, then waved his hand and said, "It was just a joke back then, but the old man actually took it seriously!"

Xu Yuanshan shook his head, "You don't know, these younger generations haven't gotten married in the past two years, it's really worried the old man!"

"I'm so happy that this opportunity has finally come!"

"Then, to fulfill the old man's wish, you'd better tell Brother Xiaolong to hurry up!"

"By the way, should we prepare some medicinal wine?"

"Go to hell!"

Wang Guodong replied, "The children have grown up; they're all getting married and starting their own families now!"

Yang Xiaotao nodded, then looked at Wang Guodong, "Uncle Wang, Xiaojun is eighteen this year, right?"

"If you ask me, you don't need to pressure him anymore. Just arrange a job for him!"

Yang Xiaotao was referring to Wang Guodong's second son, Wang Xiaojun. The eldest son, Wang Dabing, worked at a steel factory. The second son was somewhat rebellious and always liked to do the opposite of what was arranged by the family.

Speaking of his second son, Wang Guodong also has a headache.

Xu Yuanshan, standing to the side, understood perfectly. The second son of the Wang family often heard things like, "Look at Yang Xiaotao," and "Yang Xiaotao is so good at his age." It would be strange if the child didn't rebel in this kind of environment!

It was only later, when Yang Xiaotao became the head of the Ninth Department, that he came to realize the reality: there was no need to force his own child!

But then again, isn't that how it is in each of their families?
Back then...

Xu Yuanshan sighed, and Wang Guodong waved his hand, "It's alright, children and grandchildren have their own blessings!"

"Besides, we have plenty of kids at home. One more or one less won't make a difference."

"This kid will learn his lesson after he suffers a bit!"

Yang Xiaotao and Xu Yuanshan exchanged a glance and then stopped talking about the topic.

After waiting for a while, Li Hongfeng and the others came in one after another.

Han Sanfeng and Lu Tao also entered the conference room.

Once everyone had arrived, all eyes turned to Yang Xiaotao.

"I'm here to call a meeting with General Manager Peng. There's something I need to tell everyone!"

Yang Xiaotao wasted no time and explained the situation directly.

"I reckon they're probably looking to buy one of our planes!"

"Wu Zhe isn't here. Lao Han, tell him after you get back to the aircraft factory to be prepared, so that things don't fall apart at the last minute!"

Han Sanfeng nodded immediately, and everyone in the conference room smiled.

This mission came at just the right time; with the new funding, they can finally catch their breath.

"Just be prepared for this."

"All departments should coordinate well, especially regarding the anti-inflammatory drugs, which need to be prepared!"

"Uncle Xu, go and talk to Director Bai!"

Xu Yuanshan nodded.

"And armored vehicles too! Opportunity doesn't come to those who aren't prepared!"

Everyone nodded immediately, and Yang Xiaotao then mentioned the West-East Gas Pipeline project.

"Old Chen's task has fallen to us!"

After Yang Xiaotao finished speaking, he looked at Li Hongfeng.

"Old Li, we need you to communicate with Old Chen right now!"

"Let's discuss it again once we're less busy!"

Li Hongfeng nodded, "This is a good thing that benefits the country and the people, leave it to me!"

Yang Xiaotao glanced at Li Hongfeng, sighed inwardly, but his expression remained unchanged.

"Finally, there's the matter of the Genie satellite!"

"The research institute must ensure the satellite launch is successful, and also prepare satellite phones!"

"Director Han, please make it clear to Teacher Wang Can and Teacher Shu Xingbei that you must be absolutely certain before proceeding!"

Han Sanfeng nodded again.

The meeting started quickly and ended quickly, but Li Hongfeng, Lao Hong, and the others did not leave.

After everyone else left, Chen Gong immediately got up, closed the meeting room door, and quickly ran back to his chair.

At this moment, Yang Youning couldn't wait to ask, "Minister Yang, now that the Pharaoh's Kingdom has made its move, are we more confident in our plans?"

When Yang Xiaotao talked about the Pharaoh's Kingdom, everyone couldn't help but clench their fists, and they felt a sense of anticipation!

At this moment, she looked at Yang Xiaotao, waiting for the final result.

Hearing Chen Gong say this, Yang Xiaotao nodded slowly.

"Nine times out of ten!"

As soon as he finished speaking, the conference room erupted in loud laughter.

Liu Lixue, who was waiting outside the conference room, took a deep breath.

Even without Yang Xiaotao's explanation, she could guess that this matter had really been accomplished!