1979 My Life in the Era

Chapter 341 The dust has settled
Beijing, Ning Weidong's office.

It had only been a little over two months since he returned from Moscow.

The situation in the Soviet Union during this month was quite volatile. First, Rokov Jr. took action and deployed his elite internal affairs troops.

However, Androbo, having waited in ambush, launched a surprise attack in front of the KGB building and then launched a counterattack.

The Dnieper Group's conspiracy collapsed instantly.

Polezhnye fell into a coma.

By this time, the transfer of power had been finalized.

Suddenly, the telephone on the desk rang.

Ning Weidong stared at the report in front of him, reached for the receiver, and said "Hello."

But the next moment he suddenly looked up and said, "Okay, I'll go over now."

He got up, grabbed his wool coat from the door, put it on, and hurried out the door.

Half an hour later, Ning Weidong arrived at Zhao's father's office by car.

"Wei Dong, you've got quite the influence." He said, picking up a formal official letter from the table and handing it over.

Ning Weidong took it, glanced at it quickly, and couldn't help but chuckle.

The official letter formally invited him to Moscow to attend Androb's inauguration ceremony.

Because of Ning Weidong's appearance, some things have inevitably changed.

"Dad, let me do it." Ning Weidong put down the official letter and, seeing that Zhao's father was about to pour water, quickly went over to take it from him.

Mr. Zhao smiled with satisfaction; he had been riding high lately.

Ning Weidong's strategic layout at Sulian has translated into substantial resources that have been fed back to the Zhao family.

This was something Zhao's father hadn't anticipated from the very beginning, and he grew to like Ning Weidong, his son-in-law, more and more.

The only drawback is that Ning Weidong has some issues with his private life.

Although Ning Weidong was very careful, his relationship with Bai Fengyu and Shi Xiaonan was so close to that of Zhao's father that it was impossible to hide it if he wanted to.

If Ning Weidong was merely relying on the Zhao family's protection, this kind of thing would certainly not be tolerated.

But now, considering the benefits Ning Weidong has brought to the Zhao family and the power he possesses, matters of love between men and women seem insignificant.

"Dad, please have some tea." Ning Weidong skillfully brewed two cups of hot tea.

Zhao's father took the cup, sipped it, and said, "Wei Dong, what are your thoughts on Androbo's rise to power this time?"

Ning Weidong pondered for a moment and said, "To say that Androbo was a man of great talent and ambition would be an exaggeration, but his abilities and ideas were top-notch, it's a pity..."

"What's a pity?" Zhao's father asked in surprise.

Ning Weidong sighed, "When the time is right, heaven and earth lend their strength; even heroes are not free from luck. Androbo ultimately lacked a bit of luck."

Mr. Zhao frowned and said, "You mean his reforms..."

Ning Weidong shook his head and said, "No, his reform measures are quite good, and there are ways to promote and implement them. If he had ten years, with the foundation of Sulian, he might have been able to revive the company. But unfortunately... he simply doesn't have ten years."

"You mean his health?" Zhao's father had already heard Ning Weidong mention Androbo's health problems.

Ning Weidong nodded: "His kidney disease and diabetes are already very serious, I estimate he only has one or two years left."

Zhao's father's expression changed.

Although Ning Weidong had previously said that Androbo's health was not optimistic, this was the first time he had given a specific timeframe.

If this is the case, losing two leaders in one or two years would be a huge uncertainty for Speedlink.

In fact, Zhao's father did not know that in the world before Ning Weidong's transmigration, the situation was even more severe.

After Androbo's death, his successor, Chernen, also died less than a year and a half later.

In other words, three leaders left within three years.

However, thanks to Ning Weidong's advice to find a reliable foreign doctor to treat Chernenko, Chernenko's condition is now somewhat better.

"Do you think it will only last one or two years?" Zhao's father pondered to himself.

……

One week later, on November 2, 1982.

A white Tu-124 passenger plane landed at Moscow Airport.

Ning Weidong and Zhao Ruyi walked out of the cabin door hand in hand.

This was Zhao Ruyi's first time abroad, and her eyes were filled with anticipation and curiosity.

November in Moscow was colder than in Beijing. Zhao Ruyi wore a white coat with a fox fur collar. The fitted waist and her tall figure made her look exceptionally dignified.

As I descended the gangway, I found Lacia already waiting below, smiling as she stepped forward to give me a hug.

Then he looked at Zhao Ruyi, and the two exchanged warm greetings.

The three then got into the car.

We left the airport and entered the city.

Zhao Ruyi couldn't help but look out the car window.

At that time, Moscow was undoubtedly the most developed and magnificent city in the world.

Wide roads, architecture with a fast-paced aesthetic, bustling and clean streets, and people full of energy and ambition...

As a guide, Xia enthusiastically explained things to Zhao Ruyi until the car arrived at the hotel.

We checked into the room that had been arranged in advance.

After the hotel staff left, the smile on Cassia's face faded as she said, "Things haven't been going well lately."

Ning Weidong hummed in agreement and sat down on the sofa by the window.

He already knew about the situation at Speedlink before he came.

Although he had met with Sherov in the Far East and expressed his attitude and position, Ning Weidong's businesses in Sulian continued to be suppressed after Androbo came to power.

It's not that Andro Broadcasting can be targeted, but rather that Ning Weidong's industries are, strictly speaking, not legal.

Furthermore, as the current second-in-command, Chienen's relationship with Androb is also undergoing subtle changes.

However, with Chernin around, Androbo won't go all out.

Chirnenko is older and more experienced. More importantly, Chirnenko's seemingly kind-hearted persona makes him better able to unite his comrades than Androb.

Furthermore, Chilney's strong support for Androb's reforms left Androb with no reason to intervene.

Of course, if Androb's position is completely solidified a few years later and the reforms achieve certain results, he will inevitably suppress Chernenko and the group behind him, but obviously he doesn't have time for that now.

As for Ning Weidong, although he created a huge interest group within Sulian, he always kept to himself and did not do anything out of line.

He has never touched anything related to security or the military, which is one of the reasons why Androbo tolerates his existence.

“Don’t worry, Cassia, I believe Comrade Androbo knows very well who his real enemy is.” Ning Weidong comforted her, “Although Rokov’s army committed suicide, the Dnieper Group is still around.”

Lacia pursed her lips: "You're giving the same excuse as foreigners."

Ning Weidong smiled and said, "That would be a great honor."

Sasia snorted irritably: "Then what about our losses? If this continues, we'll lose at least 25% of our profits every year."

Ning Weidong said, "Our instructors said that taking big steps backward today is for taking big steps forward tomorrow. We are still young and need to be patient."

Sasia pouted, "You're always right." Then she added, "By the way, Tagyana said yesterday that her father wants to meet you."

Ning Weidong was slightly surprised. He had very mixed feelings about the person who had personally destroyed the Speed ​​Alliance in his previous life.

Ning Weidong disagrees with the descriptions some people use of him as someone manipulated by the West, someone as foolish as a idiot.

How could someone who reaches that position be a fool?

Sometimes, however, circumstances force him to. But what does it mean that he suddenly expressed his desire to meet through Lacia at this time?
……

After Xia left, Zhao Ruyi couldn't help but ask, "Wei Dong, what does Ye Liqin mean by wanting to see you?"

Ning Weidong also frowned slightly, unsure of what this person was thinking.

Logically speaking, Ye Liqin's development should be smoother than Ning Weidong's in his previous life, so his stance and thoughts should naturally change accordingly.

As the saying goes, your perspective is determined by your position.

Ning Weidong was unsure of the extent of this change.

Let's wait and see.

Meanwhile, in a villa on the outskirts of Mosco.

Tajiyanna had just hung up the phone when she looked at Ye Liqin, who was sitting on the sofa smoking: "Father, it's a call from Lacia. She's made an appointment with Ning Weidong."

Ye Liqin hummed in agreement and stubbed out her cigarette in the ashtray: "Go and get ready."

Tajiana responded, but didn't forget to remind him, "Dad, is it...... that we're meeting him at this time?"

Ye Liqin waved her hand and said, "I know what I'm doing."

……

Ning Weidong became busy in the following days.

This trip is not only for Androbo's inauguration, but also for Polezhne's funeral.

Although Ning Weidong was invited in a personal capacity and did not need to participate in some purely official events, there were still many occasions he had to attend.

In addition to those from within Speedlink, we will also be meeting with some figures from Eastern Europe.

With the restoration of relations between China and the Soviet Union, relations with the Warsaw Pact members in Eastern Europe can also be brought to the forefront.

It wasn't until a few days later, when Androbo officially took office, that he finally breathed a sigh of relief.

That same evening, Ning Weidong and Ye Liqin arranged to meet at the Moscow University Club.

The location was chosen by Ye Liqin, which actually surprised Ning Weidong somewhat.

The university club, seemingly incongruous with their respective identities, only added a touch of anticipation to the meeting.

At this time, Ye Liqin was just over fifty years old, in the prime of her life.

They exchanged pleasantries while observing each other.

Ning Weidong noticed that the man opposite him had a ruddy complexion and a strong handshake.

The two sat down, and no one else was present except for Tajiyana, who poured two glasses of water and then left.

Ye Liqin didn't stand on ceremony and quickly got to the point after a brief introduction: "Comrade Ning Weidong, what do you think of Comrade Gorbachev?"

Ning Weidong was taken aback; he hadn't expected Ye Liqin to ask this right at the start.

Meanwhile, with Andrej's rise to power, Gorbachev's status also rose, making him one of the most sought-after political stars.

However, it's not really true that this person has any extraordinary abilities; he's just the best of a bad bunch.

If we're talking about World War II, the biggest damage to the Soviet Union was that it wiped out an entire generation.

It's not an exaggeration; it literally means that a generation was wiped out.

Those born around 1920, the bravest and most loyal of them, were almost all killed or wounded.

This is precisely why some people have been given an opportunity to take advantage of the situation.

At the same time, Ning Weidong guessed what Ye Liqin meant by asking this question, and said leisurely, "Comrade Gorbachev is someone that Comrade Androbo thinks highly of, which should not be a secret in Moscow."

Ye Liqin said, "Of course, you know that's not what I meant."

Ning Weidong understood, of course, that Ye Liqin and Gorbachev were the same age, but their careers had diverged significantly.

Although it seems that she has made contact with Chernenko through her daughter, Androbo is still around, Chernenko is being suppressed, and Yeliqin is not Chernenko's preferred candidate.

Otherwise, he wouldn't have taken the initiative to approach Ning Weidong.

Compared to Yelichen, Chernen is more optimistic about Nazarba in Central Asia, including Bakibanov, who also has close ties with Nazarba in Central Asia.

In fact, the fact that Ning Weidong's electrical appliances and cola were able to sell so well in Central Asia was largely due to Nazarbab's strong support.

To be honest, from Sand Goose to Speedy Union, there has always been a problem: they only care about consuming the land without being able to digest it.

Before Ning Weidong's transmigration, apart from the Xianbei-Lia region which was originally uninhabited, none of the other lands he acquired with indigenous inhabitants were assimilated.

The Baltic Sea, the Black Sea, the Caucasus, Central Asia...

Ye Liqin's purpose in approaching Ning Weidong today was simple: she hoped to use Ning Weidong to further align herself with Qi Ernian.

Although Ning Weidong is a foreigner, he shares significant common interests with Chernian's family and has no legitimate political demands.

In this respect, his foreign status actually brought him greater advantages.

……

After meeting Ye Liqin, Ning Weidong returned to the hotel. On his way back, he was thinking about making a phone call when the phone rang first.

Ning Weidong was slightly surprised and picked up the phone.

Seryozha's voice immediately came through the receiver.

"How did you know this phone number?" Ning Weidong asked, slightly surprised and curious.

Seryozha laughed and said, "I got it from Cassia. I'm downstairs, let's meet."

Ning Weidong went downstairs and met Seryozha in the lobby.

Seryozha is now riding high. Ever since his father, Old Kirolev, became the governor of the Far East, Seryozha has been transferred from the Far East to Moscow.

Although the positions and organizations here are generally less prestigious compared to those in the Far East, don't forget that this is Moscow.

"My brother!" Seryozha gave Ning Weidong a bear hug, exchanged pleasantries, and then led him to the car outside.

The two sat in the back seat; there was no driver in front.

"What is it?" Ning Weidong asked.

Seryozha glanced out the car window and whispered, "Ye Liqin is looking for you?"

Although the tone was questioning, Ning Weidong could tell that he had no doubts and was clearly certain.

Ning Weidong countered, "What's going on?"

Seryozha chuckled: "You don't know, just a few days ago there was news from above that Comrade Androbo is not very satisfied with him."

Ning Weidong suddenly realized why Ye Liqin had suddenly approached him; she was probably just grasping at straws in her desperation.

It was no coincidence that Seryozha approached her right after meeting Ye Liqin.

Ning Weidong asked, "What does that mean?"

Seryozha and his son are now considered to be Chernenko's direct subordinates, and his arrival speaks volumes about his attitude.

Sure enough, Seryozha said, "You don't need to worry about that. There are some things you don't know." He then curled his lip, seemingly disapproving of Ye Liqin: "Ye Liqin is not a very reliable person."

Ning Weidong's heart skipped a beat, but he had no idea what the real story was behind it.

However, judging from Seryozha's attitude, Ye Liqin must have broken some taboo.

Andro's attitude toward him after taking office was probably related to this.

Ning Weidong nodded: "I understand."

Over the next few days, Ning Weidong heard no more news about Ye Liqin. He stayed in Moscow for a few more days and then did not rush back to China. Instead, he took the opportunity to travel to Eastern Europe.

After going around in circles for more than a month, I finally returned to China.

(End of this chapter)