My Lord, you need to stand up!

Chapter 963 I Really Don't Want to Be Sister Qing

Come prepared.

After a brief exchange of pleasantries, the leaders of the bidding bureau were invited to visit and inspect the shipyard and machinery factory.

It feels like there's a high-speed communication network behind it, which has already revealed Wei Dong's identity to the public.

Wu Shengyun was not there; he stayed in Shangzhou to set up a brand-new high-speed airship company, which had to be affiliated with the Shangzhou Tourism Development Corporation but could not be misappropriated for private use.

We also need to rush back to Wanqing immediately to receive 100,000 tons of soybeans and a ship with a capacity of more than 200,000 tons.

Therefore, the only option here is for the leaders to engage in close combat themselves.

Dong Xueqing was not good at commanding troops, but fortunately the logistics officers were able to quickly contact and make arrangements with the shipyard staff.

Take your family and children to the hot spring resort first.

It happened to be on the roadside between the shipyard and the machinery factory, and the people there were very skilled at greeting us.

Soaking your feet makes them weak.

This left Wei Dong with no choice but to talk.

Right below was the shipyard, and looking back, there was a landing craft hidden in the dock. It was a rather old model, seemingly a World War II American landing craft that had been transferred to the National Revolutionary Army and later incorporated into its organization.

Wei Dong vaguely remembered that in the first two years after he arrived at the tax compound, the Yangtze River flooded, and there was a military landing craft like this on the river that was carrying out rescue and evacuation operations everywhere.

Now it lies quietly in the dock, covered in rust.

Besides that, there were only a few yachts, which were sent over by Dong Sheng for repair and refurbishment.

Everything else is gone.

Everywhere there was a stagnant scene, with flowers falling and flowers swaying in the wind and rain.

Wei Dong suppressed his headache and tried to use a composure beyond his years: "I am also the deputy director of a third-tier factory. Military products have been completely shut down. Don't fantasize about the day when the product line will be reopened, because the entire military product line has fallen behind the world's leading level. Rebuilding would require a completely new factory and completely new technology. We must save ourselves as soon as possible to have a chance to survive."

In fact, military enthusiasts in the 1980s could see a huge gap in their understanding of the few military magazines available.

But some people still don't believe it.

Cheng Lang had once warned Wei Dong not to have any such illusions.

I always felt that I could overcome the equipment gap with my spirit.

Only when we see the US military's astonishing tactics in desert warfare will we be able to completely abandon the old ways of thinking.

However, 1988 was precisely the most difficult low point when civilian demand had not yet picked up.

The shipyard pointed to the engineers from Shanghai Shipyard, Jinling Shipyard, Wanqing Shipyard, and Echang Shipyard who were surrounding the high-speed boat in the distance: "We are all from the Yangtze River Shipbuilding Group, all belonging to the Sixth Ministry of Machinery Industry, and we have just been restructured into a shipbuilding industry company."

What Wei Dong truly didn't know was that, of the eight ministries of machine tool industry, the sixth was the most painful to restructure. It can be said that throughout the 1980s, it underwent repeated adjustments and modifications, but never found a direction for reform.

In particular, the middle and lower reaches of the Yangtze River can still focus on civilian shipbuilding as much as possible, while the upstream part does not have such a large market, making it difficult to compete.

He tried to dodge the question: "Oh, oh, oh, I'm a subordinate of the Fifth Ministry of Machinery Industry..."

Little did they know that the machinery factory next door was waiting: "We're also from the Fifth Ministry of Machinery Industry. We'd heard long ago that the factory director had led the Xishan factory to a turnaround. Last year, we participated in the Auto Expo, striving to find a new direction in the auto and motorcycle parts industry, but the momentum came to a standstill after the expo..."

They intercepted him from both sides, making Wei Dong feel like he was being defended by a coordinated defense: "You guys...aren't you building motorcycles?"

Jiangzhou was known as one of the eight major arsenals. In the 1980s, its restructuring mainly focused on manufacturing motorcycles. This is the origin of the motorcycle manufacturing enterprises that later scattered throughout the area, and also the source of the concentration of auto parts enterprises.

The factory leaders here said helplessly: "We originally wanted to learn from our sister factories and import motorcycle production lines and engine lines, but since the year before last, they have successively issued documents to tighten the approval of importing foreign production lines, especially the duplicate imports. We are stuck here in the middle..."

Wei Dong felt a pang of embarrassment.
He knew that he had repeatedly raised the issue of not importing duplicates with the Fourth Ministry of Machine Building, the Fifth Ministry of Machine Building, and even the State Economic Commission over the past two or three years.

I received many similar applications.

Even the Xiangshan factory, located near the Xishan plant, wanted to introduce a SLR camera production line, but he personally stopped it.

From a local perspective, it certainly created difficulties for the restructuring of related factories, but overall it was beneficial and harmless.

Ultimately, it's just laziness.

Seeing that others had made progress in manufacturing motorcycles, they simply copied them without ever considering how others had explored and figured out a new path.

Therefore, a compassionate ruler cannot command an army; a ruler or general cannot possess the benevolence of a woman.

Wei Dong remained unfazed: "Then build something else. What were you building before, if it doesn't involve secrets?"

The other side looked sullen: "Self-propelled anti-aircraft gun..."

They also emphasized: "It will be officially finalized and equipped this year!"

Wei Dong clapped knowingly, "Alright then, just keep producing the orders."

In fact, even without the Sky Eye, it was already clear in a meeting held by the Fifth Ministry of Machinery Industry a couple of years ago that there were basically no orders left.

We're drastically reducing orders in this area. Back in 1984, they were already talking about cutting a million troops – that's such a clear signal.

However, efforts are still being made to advance the branch.

He was somewhat speechless: "Anyway, it's already finalized. It's the best self-propelled anti-aircraft gun, equipped with fire control radar, and has a range of 3,000 meters..."

Seeing Wei Dong's disappointed expression, he still tried his best to persuade him: "It's really good..."

He waved vigorously, and suddenly a large, heavy iron ox appeared on the wide road of the shipyard.

The Dongsheng staff, who were holding their children and preparing to walk to the factory gate to get on the bus, were stunned.

The princess, who was being led by Ram, was so shocked that she couldn't even utter a word.

Instead, Xiao Cong became so excited in his mother's arms that he bounced around!
He probably thought it was some kind of big toy at the zoo.

Wei Dong was stunned; he'd hardly ever seen anything like it before. It roared over, its two tracks screeching on the ground…

track?

and many more……

However, any words that Wei Dong managed to squeeze out were immediately drowned out by the roar of self-propelled artillery.

Fortunately, the steel monster that rushed up to them didn't fire a bunch of spent shell casings at the other side of the river.

He simply used his skillful technique to pull off a drift in front of the leaders...

Wei Dong covered his ears and shouted, "Tractors! You can totally produce these tracked construction machines, excavators, bulldozers..."

The immediate reaction was to deflect responsibility: "We didn't manufacture this chassis; it's a job for Factory 617. We mainly produce the anti-aircraft guns and fire control systems for this part..."

Therefore, Wei Dong would not easily show mercy. It wasn't until Xishan Factory had cooperated with him multiple times that they gradually integrated and worked together.

"Well, I'm just pointing out the direction. Housing reform is just around the corner, and a massive construction boom will be launched across the country. Hongyan Factory produces construction elevators and residential elevators, Chuandong Factory produces central air conditioning and cold storage equipment, and is currently developing container refrigeration units. They are all desperately looking for products that can stand on the market. Don't blame the policy for being cruel if you can't keep up."

Still muttering to himself, "This excavator... it's the job of the Chuannan Changku Factory, how can we compete?"

Wei Dong was speechless: "You think you can compete with other factories on motorcycles? You're just bullying the weak and picking on the easy jobs, comrade. I suggest you try this: motorcycles are easy, which means the barrier to entry is low, and many people will rush in. At first, you might get a few pieces, but later it will definitely be a bloodbath. It's precisely these kinds of large machinery that have only a few competitors. Each company can grab a piece and have a longer buffer period to compete. At least we need a lot of construction machinery. When you have time, you can go to the construction site at the South Bridgehead in Jiangnan District and see what you can do..."

Shipyards should be more proactive: "We can build ships. We used to produce torpedo boats, mainly high-speed boats that can reach 30 knots. We can also try to build these... No matter how difficult it is, we can organize a research team to overcome the challenges. As long as we get some orders, we can build some other small tourist boats first."

Wei Dong's attitude softened: "Actually, we currently have orders for 50,000 to 60,000-ton ocean-going vessels at the Shanghai Shipyard. We also have a need for inland waterway transport capacity, but we just took over the lease of over 200,000-ton cargo ships from Wanqing. We definitely won't be building cargo ships in the short term. Moreover, these high-speed airships are second-hand vessels we imported from Makan. Six of them are arriving gradually. You can start by learning how to maintain them and then develop and replicate them. But the orders..."

He actually thought about it: "You can go to the Little Three Gorges in Xiakou County. This time when our wing boats came back, we didn't dare to enter that narrow river with insufficient draft. But you can go and explore small tourist boats. We can purchase them, and we also suggest that you consider these tourist boats as a product."

Judging from his gestures, he seemed to want to take us to the shipyard to see the torpedo boats!
You guys are still too hardcore.

But at least they all came out with some explanation.

Only then can you successfully enjoy the fish hot pot and soak in the hot springs here.

too difficult!
But leaning against the steaming hot spring pool, Wei Dong finally had some insights.

She secretly complained to the mother of two: "Isn't I just a larger version of Sister Qing?"

It's not just similar, it's practically identical.

“The people are really lacking in cultural and entertainment activities right now. She is the number one star in the country. She can sing a few lines and say a few words wherever she goes, and the audience will be packed. So everyone is begging her to perform on stage. Actually, there are many people who sing and speak better than her.”

Dong Xueqing and her husband are of one mind: "Hehe, nowadays factories and mines everywhere are facing difficulties in operation and urgently need management reform. You are the number one reform expert in the country. You are much better than her. You can really reform and innovate to turn the tide!"

Wei Dong remained clear-headed: "Bullshit, there are no competitors. We only need to be slightly better than others to win. Sister Qing is just a little better than others at making money, and she just can't stop."

Dong Xueqing witnessed it firsthand: "My God, seeing her made me realize what it means to work incredibly hard. I've been having too easy a time at home these past few years. She went to two counties and five fields in one day, and almost bought up all the coal mines!"

What Wei Dong feared most was that Li Erfeng was still watching the thermal power plant配套的热能量 (supporting thermal energy) of the corn bio-factory every day, swallowing tons of coal.

At this time, those who can afford to hire Sister Qing, besides those in the county, are usually energy units such as coal mines that have some autonomy.

She followed Sister Qing to two coal mines, and dared to ask them if the coal mines were for sale right there at the dinner table.

They still operate with the same mindset as those who smoke cured meat, handling everything from pig farming and smoking to sales. Mining their own coal is definitely cheaper than buying it.

As a result, she dared to ask, and they dared to sell it to her!
Now, she holds the title of the richest woman in a prefecture-level city. Even before the coal mines became scarce, most of the coal mines undergoing restructuring were willing to sell to her.

If it weren't for the people following her reminding her to ask Dong Ge's opinion, Li Erfeng would have already spent her own money to buy it.

They finally managed to stop the coal mine purchase.

They are also inquiring whether he wants to take over the shipyard!

If they keep embracing these industries, will they become the next "Sister Qing" of the industrial world?

(End of this chapter)