The train driver in the courtyard

The news that Huaxing Motors had customized a tour bus for the French quickly spread around the world.

Which company is Huaxing Auto?

"You don't know? It's from the same company as Tyrannosaurus Rex Off-Road and Velociraptor Sports Car, specializing in manufacturing buses."

"Wow, Dongda Railway can even build large passenger buses now."

Most people just watch the spectacle.

After all, nobody would spend a lot of money to buy a bus and drive it around everywhere.

With that money, wouldn't it be better to drive a Tyrannosaurus Rex SUV?
but.

The three major car dealers in Xiaomei's family couldn't sit still any longer.

Since the release of the Tyrannosaurus Rex SUV and the Velociraptor sports car, the sales volume of vehicles under the three major automakers has plummeted. They are planning to enter the bus market in hopes of making a comeback from the meager profits.

They had known for some time that the French were planning to replace their tour buses, and had done a lot of work on it, even creating a prototype.

At the last minute, the French team actually planned to dump the order on the Tokyo University of Technology.

This is simply intolerable.

At their level, business competition is no longer just about products; it's about connections, tactics, and the ability to steer business matters toward governance.

The three major car manufacturers give Kentucky Fried Chicken (KFC) eight figures in real money every year, and now it's time for them to give back.

Ford, in particular, is emboldened.

The leader of the Great Kent once planned to commission Hextech to build a bulletproof convertible sports car, but Hextech thought the idea was too far-fetched and rejected it.

Ford saw an opportunity to shine: the president riding in his car was a clear endorsement, just like Saddam Hussein riding in his SUV.

So he contacted Whitehouse through connections, and after obtaining his consent, spent a lot of money to build an extended luxury sports car and sent it over.

The entire vehicle is equipped with 20-centimeter-thick armor, which can protect against rocket-propelled grenades. It also features puncture-resistant tires and explosion-proof wheels, making it extremely safe.

With the top down, you can breathe fresh air safely while standing inside the car.

Commander Ken also really liked the car and took a ride around it that very day.

Now that Ford is in trouble, he naturally needs to find Ken to take charge.

In the recent showdown between the Big Ken leader and the Corn Emperor, the leader appeared to have the upper hand, and the American media praised him extensively. He has been riding high lately.

Seeing that all three car dealer representatives looked miserable, he asked, "What happened?"

"Reporting to the President! Shocking news! The French have given the tour bus order to that country bumpkin, Dongdaitei!"

"This isn't a business order, it's a blatant slap in the face to our American family! The French have turned their backs on us and no longer recognize us as their big brother!"

"They're colluding with Dongda Tie, how are we going to protect our market share in Xiao Ou's family in the future?"

That's how the big capitalists in Xiaomei's family are; they love to elevate normal business practices to the level of regulation, and then brandish a big stick and yell threats at people.

When Commander Da Ken heard this, he was shocked and immediately picked up the phone to contact Old Dai.

Old Dai, who had a considerable international reputation, didn't tolerate him at all: "Big Ken, this is normal business cooperation between companies, it's not appropriate for us to interfere, is it?"

The leader of the Big Ken was so angry that his nose almost twisted out of shape. He suppressed his anger and said, "Fine, then our three car factories will also participate in the bidding. I hope to be treated fairly."

"Of course, of course, as long as your tour buses perform well, we will treat them all equally."

Old Dai was helpless at this point, since he was still a member of the Northern Organization.

Xiao Mei's family also wants to install a giant mushroom launcher in his house, so he can't really break ties with Xiao Mei's family at this stage.

"Once we get in touch with Dongda Tie, cough cough, build a good relationship, and recruit a few more underlings, we'll withdraw from the northern organization and become the boss ourselves!" Thinking this, Old Dai lit a cigar, a calculating smile curling at the corner of his mouth.

Through the machinations of certain individuals, news of the tour bus bidding process spread throughout the world.

The east and west sides were divided into two camps.

The news was quickly published in the newspapers of the Sunshine Grape House, the Maid House, and the South Korean House.

"Dongdaitei couldn't even manufacture tractors a few years ago, how could it possibly manufacture tour buses? What a joke."

"They've gone too far. Dongda Railway has gone too far. Building a bus is not the same as building a private car. It's much more difficult."

"They probably tried to fool people with a half-finished product. The French will regret it sooner or later!"

The news was also published in the newspapers of East Jeco, Big Brother, and Little Ronaldinho.

"The fact that Dongda Railway has built a tourist bus is a great victory for socialist industry and fully demonstrates the superiority of our system!"

"Go, Dongda brothers! Use your strength to shut the Western powers up!"

"The people need the tour buses from Huaxing Automobile Factory."

The Russians remained silent, but their minds were in turmoil.

They can't even grasp the core technology of tour buses, while Dongda Railway has already started vying for international orders. Only they know the frustration and envy they feel.

While things were in an uproar outside, things remained calm and steady at home.

Li Aiguo learned of this news from Leader Teng.

"Patriotism is paramount. This time, our superiors are paying special attention to the cooperation with France, as it is related to the image of our cars overseas. We must take it very seriously."

"Don't worry, boss." Li Aiguo didn't take the matter to heart.

It would be a miracle if later high-end double-decker buses couldn't compete with the old buses of this era.

Leader Teng took the initiative to speak: "This time the time is tight and the task is heavy. Everyone is working overtime non-stop, so their nutrition must keep up. The department has already coordinated to send down a batch of meat, eggs, and milk powder so that everyone can eat their fill and work well!"

"Thank you for your concern, leader! I will definitely pass it on to my comrades!" Li Aiguo nodded quickly.

Li Aiguo has always been contemptuous of his opponents tactically but serious about them strategically. After returning to the Qianmen Locomotive Depot workshop, he got busy.

The colleagues at the locomotive depot also learned about the matter from the newspaper and came to help.

Even Chief Engineer Qi, who was in charge of manufacturing the small aircraft, came to the workshop to help assemble the engines since he no longer had production design tasks.

Needless to say, the situation at the lumber mill was even worse.

The factory director originally thought that he could develop a new technology by taking advantage of the momentum of the Qianmen Locomotive Depot workshop.

Unexpectedly, it was related to the overall situation.

Therefore, a large number of engineers were transferred to support Engineer Liu and Chen Xingjia.

He also publicly declared: "If the project succeeds, all technical staff will receive a raise, and I will personally recommend you to the higher-ups for recognition!"

That's how it is these days; money is a small matter, but this honor is what truly excites people.

Chen Xingjia's eyes turned red, and he stayed in the laboratory for two weeks straight without even going home.

This caused the sister-in-law to go to Li Aiguo's house to complain.

(End of this chapter)