Mr. Bao and his son: Only use Stankang for hair oil

Chapter 105: Chapter [-]: Restaurant Conversation and "Ta Kung Pao"

For Bao Guowei, who has adapted to this era, the somewhat ridiculous ideas of the past have long disappeared.

Cang Lin knows the etiquette in reality, and knows honor and disgrace when she has enough food and clothing.

For Bao Guowei, the primary goal now is to obtain enough capital for his small family to live well before he can pursue other things.

For ordinary people, no matter what big things they want to do or what ambitions they want to achieve, they can only have hope of success if they are based on money and fame. Otherwise, it will be like pursuing a castle in the air that is out of reach and in vain.

On the premise that you can't even guarantee that you are living a good life, you still want to talk about things like "saving the country and the people." Although the spirit is worthy of praise, it is undoubtedly a bit ridiculous from a practical level.

In terms of money, Bao Guowei has no shortage of money, so his current goal is to have enough reputation and give himself a layer of "armor" composed of reputation, so that everything he does in the future can be done smoothly.

Bao Guowei asked himself, the essence of his trip was for fame and fortune, in the hope that he and Lao Bao could live a better life.

As for other factors, it is better to say that they are reasons for "plagiarizing" other people's research results.

……

Bao Guowei just said the words "I am here for fame and fortune" so bluntly, which obviously surprised Mr. Hou. Even with his emotional intelligence, he didn't know how to respond to this statement for a while.

So Mr. Hou just picked up a piece of tofu, put it in his mouth and ate it, and the atmosphere was a little cold for a while.

At this moment, a waiter wearing a clean brown mandarin jacket and a black cotton hat came over with a wooden plate. He respectfully took down the two glasses full of wine and gently Put it on the mahogany table.

While placing the drinks, the waiter couldn't help but take a closer look at the Mediterranean man in a black suit - he had long felt that this face was familiar, as if he had seen it somewhere before...

Finally, he remembered, and his little eyes suddenly widened:
"You! You are! The one in the newspaper! I know, the director of the nearby Wynn Alkali Plant! Hou...Hou Lepang..."

The waiter was very excited and even spoke awkwardly. Apparently he already knew who the man sitting at the table was.
During the Republic of China, newspapers could print portraits for a long time, and Mr. Hou's portrait was published in the "Ta Kung Pao" newspaper.

The newspaper "Ta Kung Pao" is well-known throughout the country and is a local newspaper in Tianjin. In the local area, every issue of the newspaper will be sold out as soon as it is released. People pass it around to read it, so it is not surprising that the waiter in the shop can recognize Mr. Hou. Strange.

Even though he works in a high-end restaurant and often comes into contact with upper-class guests, he rarely meets big names like Hou Debang who can be published in newspapers.

Mr. Hou looked at him, shook his head slightly, and signaled him to keep quiet.

When the waiter saw this, he had no choice but to suppress his excitement. He bowed respectfully and returned to the kitchen to continue his work.

After the interruption just now, the awkward atmosphere was dispersed a lot. Mr. Hou took the opportunity to raise a wine glass, stretched it towards Bao Guowei, and took a sip. His tone was somewhat formal:

"Come on, classmate Bao Guowei, let's not talk about this for now. This is pure port wine, imported from Portugal. I haven't had it for a long time. I am happy today and I should take a sip! You can do whatever you want!"

For this cup, Mr. Hou proposed to Bao Guowei as a scientific researcher and a Chinese citizen.

After putting down his wine glass, Mr. Hou straightened his clothes and spoke again:

"But classmate Bao Guowei, are you sure that the new alkali production method will be made public in the near future? No more research? Maybe this method can be improved..."

Bao Guowei didn't reply, but actually raised his wine glass. He drank the wine in one gulp like a common man who didn't even taste it.

Speaking of which, this was his first time drinking alcohol. Fortunately, port wine is a type of wine. The alcohol content is not high, and the taste is not harsh on the throat. It is even a little sweet and mellow, like drinking fruit juice.

After a glass of wine and the food he had eaten before, Bao Guowei only felt that his stomach was half full, and a lot of fatigue had disappeared:

"Mr. Hou has been involved in the alkali making industry for so many years and has a deep understanding of chemical engineering theory. After a night of research, he must have understood that this method of making alkali is already quite perfect and there is almost no possibility of further improvement.

To be honest, hiding this method doesn't make much sense. Even with it, we still can't compete with foreigners. Our country's basic industry is too backward, and we can't even build our own ammonia synthesis plant.

Furthermore, the biggest advantage of this process is that it saves sodium chloride, but there is no shortage of salt in coastal areas. There may be some room for development in the mainland, but now even the industrial development in coastal areas is not saturated, so where does it come from? Do you have spare money to engage in industry in inland areas?

Therefore, the new method of making alkali is temporarily more valuable for countries with developed economies, vast territories, inconvenient transportation, or lack of salt..."

Bao Guowei spoke a long paragraph eloquently, and his analysis was not too wrong:
In today's very tense situation where war may break out at any time, the development of industry in inland areas has become an urgent problem for some countries. As an extremely important chemical raw material, soda ash is used in huge amounts, and therefore a large amount of sodium chloride is consumed.

For some countries, the outbreak of war means that the salt road is likely to be cut off. Even countries that control coastal areas have their industrial facilities vulnerable to attack.

However, for a country that has not yet completed unification and is still in the stage of war and chaos, the extreme lack of coastal and inland industries is naturally not the main contradiction. Therefore, in China, the value of the joint-alkali method is higher in academic terms.

After hearing Bao Guowei's answer, Mr. Hou nodded slightly. He obviously agreed with Bao Guowei's view.

With Mr. Hou's mind and decades of experience, he has actually already seen the advantages and disadvantages of the new alkali production method:

"Classmate Bao Guowei, there is nothing wrong with your analysis, but there is no need to belittle oneself. After all, this is a new alkali production method developed by the Chinese. It is very representative, and its practical value is not inferior to that of Solvay. The alkali method is a major breakthrough both at home and abroad.

If classmate Bao Guowei needs 'fame and fortune', I can help you..."

After hearing what Mr. Hou said, Bao Guowei suddenly became interested:
"How to say?"

"I know Mr. Fan Xudong, and I think he will be very interested in this method and be willing to pay a good price for the new alkali production method, but the price may be lower.

After all, you also know that our alkali production plant has spent a lot of money to purchase the Solvay type alkali production method, and a ready-made factory has been built..."

Mr. Hou mentioned Fan Xudong, a person who often appeared in later history books and even textbooks. Bao Guowei had long admired his reputation.

Fan Xudong is a patriotic industrialist. His current reputation can be said to be well-known overseas. He has companies all over the world. He has successively founded the Dachang Refined Salt Company, Jiuda Refined Salt Factory, Yongli Alkali Factory, Yongyu Salt Company, and Huanghai Chemical Industry Research Society.

Since ancient times, the country's salt production industry has been in the hands of those in power. Therefore, if you want to open a salt production plant openly, you must have the approval or even participation of those in power. Therefore, the interpersonal relationships in Fan Xudong's hands can be described as terrifying.

His brother Fan Yuanlian was not a simple figure either. He not only served as the principal of the highest university, but also served as the director of education in Peking.

There is no doubt that Fan Xudong is a well-deserved giant. People like Du Yuesheng from the Qing Gang who play low-level things have to step back when they see him.

Bao Guowei nodded and signaled Hou Debang to continue.

"Secondly, I know the editors of many newspapers. As long as I come forward to testify, I think Tianjin's Ta Kung Pao and other newspapers will not hesitate to publish your story after preliminary investigation.

If Tianjin's Ta Kung Pao is willing to publish it, other newspapers will soon be encouraged to report it. "

Mr. Hou proposed a way for Bao Guowei to gain both fame and fortune, and promised that he would help in this matter.Bao Guowei stood up, bowed to him, and said solemnly:
"Thank you very much for Mr. Hou's suggestion. I will consider it carefully."

That is to say, Mr. Hou has excellent character and the joint-alkali method should belong to him, so Bao Guowei is willing to trust him.

If it were another person, Bao Guowei would not show him the process of the joint alkali method so easily. Otherwise, even considering that he came with a letter of introduction from the Chu family, I am afraid that person would be full of ideas and research results. Take it for yourself.

When Mr. Hou heard Bao Guowei's answer, he smiled slightly, motioned for Bao Guowei to sit down, and then said:

"Classmate Bao Guowei, I suggest you apply for a patent abroad for this new alkali-making method. Of course, if you are willing to sell this method, you don't have to think about it. Mr. Fan can do it. "

Bao Guowei had already sat down. He frowned and thought about it seriously: It would be better to sell this method...

There are too many chores on the body. On the one hand, it is tiring and troublesome, and on the other hand, it is easy to get into danger.

There is no need to pursue too much money. If you live with it or die, you will not take it with you. If you honestly carry the name of a "genius chemical researcher", your salary will not be much different.

So Bao Guowei said seriously:
"Mr. Hou can help me contact Mr. Fan. I am willing to sell this method."

The smile on Mr. Hou’s face was obviously much brighter:

"Okay, let's wait until daytime to discuss this matter. Let's call him directly on the landline. I'm afraid Mr. Fan is still sleeping."

People are in high spirits during happy events. The two of them had already discussed the matter at the dinner table. They had also drank appetizing fruit wine before, which immediately whetted their appetites.

The meal lasted until 02:30 in the morning. After almost finishing all the dishes in a hurry, the two of them left the restaurant.

"Classmate Bao Guowei, have you considered transferring to Tianjin to study directly and working part-time as a researcher in our institute? There is also a new school in Tianjin. The principal is familiar with me. Even if you go to university, you can..."

On the way back to the alkali plant, Mr. Hou still did not give up inviting Bao Guowei to come to the school in Tianjin as a researcher.

However, only Bao Guowei knew that he was almost at the end of his rope.

……

Bao Guowei was probably prone to getting drunk. Although he only drank a glass of fruit wine tonight, the energy came back and made him feel a little uncomfortable. By the time he returned to the single dormitory and lay down, he was already a little dizzy.

Probably having completed another thing he had been thinking about, he fell into a deep sleep. He slept until noon. Bao Guowei woke up leisurely and looked at the watch on his hand. The time had already reached eleven in the morning. point.

As soon as he opened the dormitory door, as expected, his three servants were outside.

The Bao family's door gods have evolved from two to three. Zhang Ergou, Wang Dachui, and Wang Xiaowu are currently squatting outside the dormitory door to guard.

Seeing Bao Guowei come out, the three of them immediately stood up.

"Master, the soup and steamed buns are already cold. Do you want me to go outside again..."

Before Wang Xiaowu finished speaking, he was interrupted by Bao Guowei:

"Get ready."

"what to prepare?"

"Pack your luggage. You don't have to stay for ten days and a half. You can go home in a few days."

Hearing Bao Guowei's words, several servants felt as if a big stone had fallen to the ground - everyone had been looking forward to going home these days.

Especially the two brothers Wang Dachui and Wang Xiaowu, who are only 16 years old this year, have long missed their mothers.

There are only two sons in Wang's family, and Bao Guowei took them out this time. If something happened, it would really be a disaster.

The two Wang brothers couldn't close their mouths. If it weren't for their young master not eating yet, they would probably have to fight with a stick immediately to vent their excitement.

Even the corners of the old servant Zhang Ergou's mouth turned up.

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After a simple breakfast, Bao Guowei saw Mr. Hou as soon as he came down from the dormitory. He was standing near the dormitory, watching the workers transporting production raw materials.

In fact, Mr. Hou has already gotten up early in the morning. His sleep quality has always been very good. He often only sleeps four or five hours a day to feel refreshed.

"Classmate Bao Guowei! Follow me to the "Ta Kung Pao" newspaper office first."

After meeting Bao Guowei, Mr. Hou didn't talk too much and led him to the gate of the factory, where a dark classic car stayed.

Cars are undoubtedly very luxurious travel tools in this era. They are all imported and cost at least [-] to [-] yuan.

Walking into Qianqian, Bao Guowei bent down and got into the back seat. Mr. Hou sat next to him. Naturally, there was a dedicated driver in front of him.

Speaking of which, this is Bao Guowei's first time riding in a car. Pedestrians on the road always seem to be willing to turn their attention to this kind of vehicle.

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The newspaper office of Ta Kung Pao is located in the center of the city. It can be said that the editorial department is very busy at the moment. Several tables are piled with various papers and manuscripts.

There are several editors working hard on writing, and the office phone is ringing constantly, receiving reliable news from all over the country.

Bao Guowei got out of the car with Mr. Hou. When the doorman of the newspaper office saw Mr. Hou Debang coming out of the car, his expressionless face turned respectful. The two doormen immediately bowed:
"Mr. Hou, please come in."

A guard immediately ran into the newspaper office:

"Editor-in-Chief Wutong! Mr. Hou is here!"

As soon as the words fell, several editors in the newspaper stopped what they were doing and began to look at each other.

The famous Mr. Hou Debang actually visited this newspaper office?
Could it be that there is new progress in the new alkali production method?Everyone was a little excited, hoping to get first-hand information quickly.

(End of this chapter)