Back to the 80s Machinery Factory

Chapter 510 This is all the empire I conquered for you
I bought a whole bunch of stuff in one trip, spending money without even blinking.

Several people came out of the counter one after the other. Although the bundles they carried were of different sizes, their demeanor was vastly different.

Chen Luyang was carrying and lifting things as if she wanted to take half the store back with her.

In contrast, Wang Qingzhou, Dong Jiangchao, and Director Niu were not empty-handed either, but they all seemed much more reserved when walking next to him.

By the time the group of people carried their New Year's goods back to the repair shop, it was already completely dark.

As soon as we turned into the large square of the West Railway Station,
In the distance, at the end of the square, the ten large characters "Jinba Car Repair and Maintenance Center" stood tall in the darkness.

As the Lunar New Year approached, Director Lu specially arranged for new light bulbs to be installed on the facade.

Twenty large light bulbs were arranged in two rows, all of them being 60 watts.

The main theme is a dazzling golden light in the dark night!

Two large red lanterns also hang below the plaque.

The light bulbs inside the lanterns were newly replaced, and they illuminated the four plaques around the entrance clearly.

The main feature is that it's bright and clear!

The main feature is its bright and eye-catching design!
It boasts a splendor even greater than the West Railway Station!
As you know, this is a small car repair shop.

If you didn't know better, you'd think it was the opening of a state-run restaurant or a movie theater.

Chen Luyang was already used to the beautiful scenery at the repair shop.

But Wang Qingzhou, Dong Jiangchao, and Director Niu had never seen such a dazzling scene before!
Seeing such a striking scene suddenly startled the three brothers.

"It has to be Director Chen again...!"

Wang Qingzhou sighed softly.

“Even our machine factory can’t afford to use such big light bulbs, but you have a row of them at the entrance that’s as bright as before a movie starts.”

Chen Luyang replied with a shameless grin, "Factory Director, this area is full of hidden talents. If we don't highlight them, how can we show the grandeur of our provincial machinery factory?"

After hearing Chen Luyang's shameless words, Wang Qingzhou, Dong Jiangchao, and Director Niu were all speechless.

This is so rambling, I have no idea how to respond!
But it's okay if you can't catch it!!!

Chen Luyang looked at the gleaming gold facade with confidence and pride. If it weren't for the fear of being too embarrassed and being reported back to the provincial machinery factory by Dong Jiangchao and Director Niu, making others misunderstand him as a complete idiot, he would have been very happy.

He really, really, really wanted to say one thing:
Look!
This is all the empire I built for you!!!
Meanwhile, the people of Jiangshan were busy working in a lively atmosphere.

No sooner had Chen Luyang and his friends left than they arrived at the vegetable market.
Those who need to buy meat should buy meat, those who need to buy fish should buy fish, and those who need to buy wine should buy wine.

Cooked food, smoked and braised dishes, peanuts, melon seeds, candy, and liquor—nothing was left out; everything was bought to the standard for Chinese New Year.

then,

Director Lu, Zhang Guoqiang, Tan Songren, Liu Kangwen, Zuo Zhuo, Li He, Jiao Long, and Zuo Zhuo squeezed into the kitchen.

The Eight Immortals crossed the sea, each displaying their unique abilities, and all of them cooked their best dishes.

Sun Hongjun worked the hardest among them!
he,
His mother,

Damn it, I need to use my strength to change the impression I have of Wang Qingzhou!!!
When Chen Luyang and his three companions pushed open the repair shop door and entered the house,
Newspapers were laid out on the machine tool platform, with several enamel mugs placed on the sides. In the middle were steaming dishes of braised pork, sauerkraut stew with vermicelli, braised fish, stir-fried potatoes, eggplant, green peppers, and green peppers, braised beef, cold dishes, stewed cabbage with potatoes, and even sweet and sour pork and dumplings.

A radio playing the evening news was playing nearby, and a case of beer and several bottles of Erguotou (a type of Chinese liquor) were piled on the ground.

The aroma of food mingled with the smell of engine oil, creating a warm and inviting atmosphere.

The atmosphere here doesn't feel like a workshop; it's more like a lively family gathering, with everyone setting out the table and preparing for dinner.

Looking at the table full of dishes, Wang Qingzhou couldn't help but joke, "Director Chen, didn't you say during the day that you were struggling to make ends meet? And now you've prepared such a big meal."

"I think you're not just short of money, you're planning a rebellion!"

Chen Luyang chuckled and said shamelessly, "Factory Director, what are you saying? Everyone eats dumplings during the New Year!"

Just then, the people in the kitchen heard a noise.

Director Lu lifted the curtain, poked his head out, and shouted.

"Director Wang, Director Chen, you're back!"

"Wash your hands, the food will be ready soon!"

"Old Lu, what are you all busy with?" Director Niu couldn't help but take off his coat and walk into the kitchen to see what was going on!
Sun Hongjun was holding a spatula, having cooked a pot of syrup, and then poured a large bowl of chopped sweet potatoes into the pot.

Soon, the sweet potatoes were coated with syrup, forming shiny, thread-like strands.

Wow! This is really lively!!!

Director Niu couldn't help but rub his hands together.

At home, Director Niu is also the one who cooks and does chores.

Seeing everyone busy, he couldn't resist showing off his skills and made a stir-fry.

Before long, everyone brought out the stir-fried dishes one after another.

Red, green, meat, and vegetarian dishes—the entire machine bed was piled high with food.

It looks so appetizing.

Everyone found a place to sit, and the atmosphere immediately became lively.

Wang Qingzhou was originally firmly against eating and drinking in the workshop.

But seeing his brothers smiling and putting meat in his bowl while offering him a seat, he stopped keeping a straight face, took off his coat, and sat down next to Chen Luyang.

Everyone was seated, and everyone's glasses were filled. Chen Luyang happily moved closer to Wang Qingzhou.
"Factory manager, would you like a toast?"

Wang Qingzhou waved his hand with a smile: "This is your territory, kid, it's your turn to start."

Chen Luyang nodded happily, stood up, and raised her glass high: "Alright, I'll have the first glass!"

"This glass of wine is first and foremost a toast to the factory director and the factory leaders."

His voice was deliberately lowered to a steady tone, and his gaze fell solemnly on Wang Qingzhou, carrying a hint of genuine respect.

"If it weren't for the support of our provincial machinery factory and the trust of our leaders, how could we have established ourselves here? To be honest, the repair shop is where it is today because of the support the factory has given us."

"Secondly, this toast is for the brothers present."

Chen Luyang's gaze swept from one end of the table to the other, pausing briefly on each person's face.

“Everyone has been working alongside me day and night, sweating and toiling away. You're the ones who have suffered the most. Without you all supporting me, this repair shop wouldn't be where it is today.”

"Finally, let's wish each other good luck. I hope that next year our repair shop will do better and better, and that everyone's life will get better and better!"

Chen Luyang raised his glass even higher, his voice rising a half-tone, radiating the energy unique to young people, his face full of anticipation and confidence. "Cheers!!"

With Chen Luyang's shout, everyone at the table stood up and happily clinked their glasses together.

"cheers!!!"

Loud shouts echoed through the workshop, glasses clinked together, a few drops of liquor splashed out, and laughter erupted.

The steaming hot food, mixed with the aroma of wine, and the smell of engine oil added an inexplicable sense of warmth.

Director Niu chewed on his meat and said to Zhang Guoqiang with a smile, "Guoqiang, you're a celebrity in the factory now. Your news in the newspaper is still posted on your front door. You're really making a name for yourself!"

Whether it was the alcohol taking effect or he was simply happy, Zhang Guoqiang scratched his head and chuckled:
"Oh my, I don't know how it happened that day, there were so many people in the factory, but they just happened to take a picture of me. If you hadn't told me, I would have almost forgotten about it."

Director Niu laughed and said, "No matter what, you're now the 'living advertisement' of this repair shop. Everyone who walks past your house takes a second look. The neighbors all say they're envious, saying you've made a name for yourself in this area!"

A hint of emotion flashed in Zhang Guoqiang's eyes.

In the past six months of busy work, he had almost forgotten why he had come to Pian'er City in the first place.

If Chen Luyang hadn't taken the initiative to find him and bring him to Pian'er City...

He doesn't know which workshop he's been assigned to or what he's doing now.

Thinking of this, Zhang Guoqiang felt a surge of warmth in his heart and raised his glass: "Director Chen, I must toast you."

Chen Luyang was sucking on a fish bone when he suddenly saw Zhang Guoqiang raise his glass at him, which startled him!
Factory Director Wang is sitting right here!
Why did you offer me a toast instead of toasting Factory Director Wang first?!
We've been drinking together for ages!
You're so stupid!
Although she was thinking this in her heart, Chen Luyang said cheerfully, "Zhang Shu, Factory Director Wang is still sitting here. You should toast our factory director first!"

As he spoke, Chen Luyang kept glancing at Wang Qingzhou, signaling Zhang Guoqiang to quickly offer a toast to the boss first.

But if Zhang Guoqiang really listened to advice like that, he wouldn't be Zhang Guoqiang.

"Of course I have to toast the factory manager, but if you hadn't brought me to Pian'ercheng back then, I wouldn't be where I am today. I must toast you first!"

These words caused an instant silence at the table, and several people involuntarily looked at Chen Luyang.

Seeing Zhang Guoqiang's wine glass hovering in mid-air, Chen Luyang paused for a moment, then immediately put down his chopsticks, picked up his own wine glass, and said:

"Sister, thank you for valuing me. But let me make this clear, it was only after Director Wang gave his approval that I dared to ask you for it. Without Director Wang's approval, even if I wanted you more, I wouldn't be able to get you."

At this point, Chen Luyang grinned and waved his wine glass at Wang Qingzhou:
"So we should both toast the factory director together!"

Zhang Guoqiang was stunned for a moment, then burst into laughter: "Right! Then let's toast the factory director together!"

The two exchanged a glance, then turned around simultaneously and raised their glasses to Wang Qingzhou.
"Factory Manager, this glass of wine is for you!"

Wang Qingzhou couldn't help but laugh and scold, "You little rascal, you're always trying to talk my way out of this!"

After saying that, he picked up his glass, holding it up but not in a hurry to clink glasses.

"Guoqiang, you really should toast Director Chen with this glass."

"Although I approved your arrival in Pian'er City, it was he who actually came to me demanding people and taking responsibility."

"To put it bluntly, the person you should thank the most for having this opportunity here is Xiao Chen."

Zhang Guoqiang's eyes reddened, and he hurriedly nodded: "Factory Director, I know. If it weren't for the two of you, how could I have made it this far in Pian'er City with everyone else!"

After saying that, he raised his glass to Chen Luyang, his eyes full of gratitude.

Chen Luyang quickly said softly, "Uncle Zhang, we're being too formal. From now on, let's work together and establish the repair shop's reputation. That's more important than anything else!"

Wang Qingzhou saw all this, smiled, and raised his glass: "Alright! We've toasted everyone we needed to, said everything we needed to say, let's all three of us clink glasses together! Today, let's not worry about who goes first or last, let's toast together!"

"Done!"

The three wine glasses clinked together, the crisp sound echoing through the workshop.

Zhang Guoqiang tilted his head back and gulped it down, Chen Luyang also gulped it down, and Wang Qingzhou, usually the most composed, also drank it all in one go.

"it is good--!"

Seeing this, the people at the table burst into laughter, and Director Niu even joked:
"Tsk tsk tsk, our factory director and Director Chen are a 'reassurance' and a 'young pioneer,' respectively. It's hard for our machinery factory not to prosper in the future!"

"Yes! It must be a great success!" Li He and his friends shouted enthusiastically.

After downing the second glass of wine, Chen Luyang's face immediately flushed red.

Taking advantage of the lively atmosphere, Chen Luyang turned to Deputy Factory Director Dong and asked, "Director Dong, how's our helicopter going?"

These words truly struck a chord with Dong Jiangchao.

Although the provincial machinery factory achieved remarkable results in automobiles this year, what truly earned the ministry's high regard was the helicopter project he spearheaded!

The successful test flight of the helicopter not only means that the provincial machinery factory has truly joined the ranks of key national projects, but also proves that we can independently explore the ability to manufacture complete aircraft from scratch.

Despite the factory's stable output of cars, which brought in substantial profits and revenue.

However, once the helicopter took off, it instantly became evenly matched with the fusion workshop, and even slightly outperformed them.

At this moment, upon hearing Chen Luyang mention helicopters at the dinner table, Dong Jiangchao felt an indescribable sense of satisfaction.

He put down his chopsticks and said with a smile, "It's true that the assembly is successful, but it still needs some modifications. After the New Year, we still need to go back to Blue Ocean to continue test flights."

Chen Luyang's eyes widened: "Why are we still testing it? Haven't we already flown into the sky?"

Dong Jiangchao shook his head: "Flying into the sky is only the first step. What we need to do next is to repeatedly test stability, payload, and range. Only when all the indicators are met and meet the Ministry's technical requirements can we truly be considered successful."

He paused, his voice brimming with barely concealed excitement: "When that day comes, our factory will be able to mass-produce helicopters and truly fly our own helicopters into the skies above our motherland!"

“So amazing!!!”

Upon hearing this, everyone's eyes widened, and they excitedly slammed their fists on the table.

"If this works, we can manufacture it ourselves and won't have to rely on imports anymore?"

Dong Jiangchao nodded vigorously: "Yes!"

He took a sip of his drink and chuckled, "So after the New Year, we'll pack up and head back to Blue Ocean to continue our test flights."

At this point, Dong Jiangchao touched his face, somewhat annoyed:
"My skin, which I finally managed to heal, will probably peel off several layers of sunburn after this trip."

Chen Luyang said happily, "Director Dong, you'll be even more energetic when you're tanned! That's the 'medal of honor' of our provincial machinery factory!"

Saying,

Chen Luyang raised her glass in response:
"Such a joyous occasion, we must raise a glass to Director Dong!!"

The crowd joined in the cheering: "Yes! This is such a joyous occasion, let's toast Deputy Factory Director Dong!!!"

(End of this chapter)