Back in 1978, I was admitted to Northwestern Polytechnical University.

Chapter 211 Northwestern Polytechnical University, a pioneer of reform, deserves support!
The capital city, somewhere.

The night was growing deeper. After finishing the last document, Old Wang rubbed his forehead.

"Okay, today's work is finally finished."

"Old Wang, Old Lin from the Air Force is still waiting outside."

"Still here? Okay, let him in!"

"Hello, Mr. Wang." Mr. Lin came in with a big smile on his face: "Our aviation industry has made another breakthrough, and our air force will soon receive new aircraft. I'm very happy about this, so I came over to report this to you directly..."

"These developments wouldn't have been possible without the help of Northwestern Polytechnical University, would they?"

"That's right!"

"So, Northwestern Polytechnical University students can hit people, right?"

Old Lin's expression changed slightly. He had underestimated these leaders. They had weathered so many storms over the years and had become...the wisest people!
"Well, Northwestern Polytechnical University did beat people up, but... it's entirely the fault of those guys from above, they went too far! They wanted to drink Northwestern Polytechnical University's blood and eat its flesh..."

"This isn't the reason for the fight, is it?"

Old Wang even knows this?

Old Lin took a deep breath: "That's right. The situation ultimately deteriorated because they used Qin Liang's case to their advantage, accusing him of having financial problems. I've met Qin Liang; he's a genius in the aviation industry and also a genius in the market economy. The Super-7 was able to be sold, the Tomcat was able to be improved here, and various defense projects were able to succeed, all thanks to him. In fact, it was under his impetus that a group of people in our country finally got in touch with aircraft carriers!"

Old Lin raised his head and looked at Old Wang: "Old Wang, what they did is truly intolerable. If I, Old Lin, were here, it wouldn't just be a beating; I, Old Lin, would have my gun pointed directly at their heads! They framed others for their own selfish desires; their crimes are heinous!"

"Qin Liang should be outside, right?"

"You know that?"

"Let him in, along with his wife."

"it is good."

No arrangements were needed, because Old Wang had already seen through everything!
Upon receiving this news, Qin Liang was not surprised. He looked at his wife and said, "Duoduo, let's go. We're going to meet a big shot!"

"it is good."

Inside the office, Old Wang sized up the two of them.

"Not bad, not bad, you two really look like a good match. Comrade Yang Duo'er, I have your information here. I have read it carefully. We are very satisfied with you and your family. We also welcome your mother to live in our Dongfang!"

Yang Duo'er was taken aback for a moment, then gave a sweet smile: "Thank you, Elder Wang."

"You've accomplished a lot for us over the past year. We've assessed that without you, the development of our domestic military industry would have slowed down by at least three years!" Old Wang continued, "We hope you can continue to leverage your strengths in the future."

"Yes, I will. Although I was born and raised in the United States, now that I've married Brother Liangzi, I'm a daughter-in-law of the East. In the East, we believe in following one's husband wherever he goes. Although I haven't changed my nationality yet, my heart is already in the East."

"Yes. You can obtain our Eastern identity at any time from now on." Old Wang nodded.

After exchanging pleasantries with Yang Duo'er, Old Wang turned to Qin Liang and said, "Liangzi, tell me your thoughts on the Northwestern Polytechnical University incident. Although you weren't involved, it was caused by you."

Yang Duo'er was shocked. Old Wang called Qin Liang "Liangzi"! This meant that the conversation was not between a superior and subordinate, but more like an elder to a junior!

"Well, I don't have an opinion on that," Qin Liang said. "There are only two possible outcomes to this matter."

"Say!"

"The first scenario is that the higher-level leaders are embarrassed and feel they have lost face, so they will deal with this assault incident seriously and impose severe punishments on all those involved. The consequence of doing so is that even if these people remain at Northwestern Polytechnical University, their hearts will be completely disillusioned, Northwestern Polytechnical University will completely decline, all the achievements it has made will vanish, and the country will return to its previous track."

Qin Liang was also calm and spoke in a gentle tone: "If you want to develop a new fighter jet, it will be like the J-8 developed by Institute 601. It will take ten or twenty years to develop, and there may be a lot of problems. At the same time, we cannot rule out that many people from Northwestern Polytechnical University will choose to go to developed countries such as the United States or Europe. Northwestern Polytechnical University has already established cooperative relationships with the West. If they want to leave, it will only be a matter of minutes."

When someone who studies wine can become an academician, while many genuine researchers whose years of research are not valued can only go to the West and become academicians there... isn't that ironic?

Now, as long as Northwestern Polytechnical University is dealt with seriously, the truly talented people will leave for the West in despair!

"Another possibility is that the higher authorities saw the negative impact of the previous approach and took this opportunity to launch a reform, using Northwestern Polytechnical University as a pilot."

"What pilot program?" Old Wang asked in a calm tone. After speaking, he picked up his water glass to drink, but his movements were noticeably slower.

"A pilot program for market economy reform!" Qin Liang said, "Universities are for scientific research, a powerful research force. How should this research force be used to maximize its role and truly promote our country's scientific and technological progress?"

Qin Liang didn't intend to let Old Wang answer; he answered his own question: "We've been to the United States and Europe and seen the situation there. Universities undertake many research projects in society, and the research results are immediately bought by businessmen! But what about us? In our country, most institutions hope to get research results from other institutions for free! In their eyes, research and development has no value!"

"Therefore, we have carried out reforms at Northwestern Polytechnical University. Any brother unit that wants to design something here has to pay money. We hope to find a new path for reform! At the same time, we are vigorously building new university-run factories as a trial. We don't want our valuable scientific research results to be taken away by others for free. If we can't turn scientific research results into profits, we can't raise funds to invest in scientific research. We rely on higher-level funding, hehehe."

"However, our reforms inevitably affect the interests of many people. They are not ambitious and do not think about how to make money for themselves. They only see that our scientific research has been transformed into profits and want to take a bite! Our country now encourages some people to get rich first and then help others get rich. However, this help to others get rich does not mean directly giving them the money that we have made. That would only breed laziness! We can pass on our experience to them and let them follow our path!"

Old Wang nodded repeatedly: "That's right, you're absolutely right! In fact, for some time now, the old leader has been thinking about the positioning of Northwestern Polytechnical University. Northwestern Polytechnical University is a pilot for our university reform! It is a model for the transformation of university scientific research results into productivity! Such a university is destined not to be disturbed by the outside world. If Northwestern Polytechnical University makes money, and every department wants to get a piece of it, it will seriously dampen your enthusiasm! It will be detrimental to our reform!"

Qin Liang had never been worried because he knew his old leader's courage and determination to reform! That high-ranking leader was simply there to serve as a negative example!
"Thank you for your support, Mr. Wang!"

"Okay, go for it! If you encounter a similar situation again, you can bypass all other departments and report directly to me!"

"Mr. Wang, after this incident, I believe no one will try to take advantage of us again. We're so sorry to have troubled you for so long, we'll get right back..."

"Wait! The matter at Northwestern Polytechnical University is just a small matter. Recently, two major international events have occurred. What are your thoughts on them?"

"Well... I don't really have any opinion. I just think this is a good opportunity for our domestic military industry enterprises," Qin Liang said. "Now, if we want to develop the economy, the military industry has to stop. I don't know how many factories will fall into difficulties because they lose military orders. Now is the perfect time to sell our equipment abroad."

"Tell me more specifically?"

"Take the Imperial Graveyard for example. The Russians seem to have taken control of the situation decisively, but it has never been a stable place. The locals will launch guerrilla warfare, causing the Russians a lot of trouble. The West will definitely support these guerrillas, but... Western weapons are not suitable."

Old Wang's eyes lit up.

"Therefore, we can get things going. The West will pay for the equipment we purchase and hand it over to the guerrillas, forming a complete supply chain. Our Type 56 assault rifle and Type 40 rifle will definitely become the guerrillas' favorites."

“That’s right, that’s right, you’re absolutely right!” Old Wang nodded repeatedly: “We can indeed use this route to help the military factory get through its most difficult time!”

Old Wang's bright and energetic gaze fell on Yang Duo'er, startling Qin Liang.

"Old Wang, Duoduo is only suitable for managing Northwestern Polytechnical University's overseas projects. For our arms trade, we still need professional companies to handle it. Our aviation industry system has set up CATIC, and we can set up a company for ground weapons systems and a company for shipbuilding systems. Each can sell their own products."

Northwestern Polytechnical University (NPU) must decide how to spend its money! No one will doubt Qin Liang and Yang Duo'er. However, the money of this military-industrial enterprise cannot pass through Yang Duo'er's hands; the waters here are extremely deep!
"Ahem, you're right. It seems we need to get them to set up a corresponding company as soon as possible, focusing on arms import and export. This could also alleviate the pressure on our military industry. However... what about the communication channels..."

"If we encounter this situation, we will definitely do everything we can to help!"

Do you want a commission?

Qin Liang quickly shook his head: "We only charge when it involves technical aspects. This is just helping out, how can we ask for money? Old Wang, although we are going to follow the path of a market economy, we absolutely cannot be like Western capitalists who are only after profit! We are following our own unique market economy."

"Okay. Well said. Now, write us a business plan and submit it directly to me!"

"Okay!" It was already past midnight when he left the office. A cold wind blew, and Qin Liang felt a chill on his back.

"Brother Liangzi, do we pass the test?"

"Yeah, in the future, when dealing with leaders of this level, it's best not to use any tricks. Just say what you mean..."

In the darkness of night, at Chang'an Airport, Gao Deyang threw several tantrums. Finally, the plane took off, and he sat in first class, his gaze icy.

Damn Northwestern Polytechnical University, when I get back I'm definitely going to... Ouch, that hurts!
A series of sharp pains emanated from his pig-like face. This matter was not over!

His secretary, dressed similarly, gritted his teeth and said, "Leader Gao, when I get back this time, I'll go and complain to the top leader about Northwestern Polytechnical University's crimes. We must disband Northwestern Polytechnical University! Oh dear!"

His words aggravated the wound on his face, and it really hurt. Those guys were really ruthless. Aren't gentlemen supposed to use words, not fists? These people…

He closed his eyes, and the image of being beaten appeared before him again—a nightmare, absolutely a nightmare. He had to trample those guys under his feet!
The next day, early in the morning, the plane landed at the Capital Airport. After getting off the plane, they were stunned.

"Gao Deyang?"

"Please call him Leader Gao!" the secretary shouted, no longer afraid of the pain from his wound. He had been wronged at Northwestern Polytechnical University, and now he was being ridiculed by a mere high-ranking official.

"Please come with us!"

"Where to go?"

"You are suspected of embezzling public funds and accepting bribes. Please cooperate with our investigation."

Gao Deyang's pig-like face instantly turned even uglier: "No, I won't go with you. I want to see my superiors. This is complete persecution! This is complete persecution!"

"Let's go! Please trust our investigation."

"I'm not going, I'm not going..." Gao Deyang tried to run away, but in the next moment, he was caught up by several policemen and, snap! The silver bracelet was put on his wrist.

Northwestern Polytechnical University, President's Office.

Boom!
The door was pushed open, and Professor Sha and Professor Liu walked in.

"Principal Ji, I heard you submitted your resignation letter?"

"How did you know? How dare you intercept my mail? Are you trying to rebel?" Principal Ji's face darkened.

"Principal Ji, you didn't do anything wrong. We were the ones who hit the person. If the higher-ups want to deal with this, then they should deal with us!"

“That’s right, Principal Ji. We will never regret what we did back then. We know that the person surnamed Gao has powerful connections. At worst, we’ll just go to jail for a few years. But this matter has nothing to do with you. If you leave and the people surnamed Gao come, that would be a tragedy for Northwestern Polytechnical University!”

"Alas, how could I not know! But..."

Thump, thump, thump! Someone came running over.

"Principal, Principal, we've just received news from the capital!"

"What news?" Judging from the secretary's excited expression, it shouldn't be bad news!
"Gao Deyang and his secretary, along with several others, were arrested as soon as they arrived in the capital and got off the plane. Some were arrested for economic issues, while others were arrested for lifestyle issues."

Who arrested him?

"The order was given personally by Elder Wang."

Everyone was shocked. They never expected that Professor Wang would be alerted so quickly, and they never expected that Professor Wang would stand on the side of Northwestern Polytechnical University!
"I heard that Qin Liang was summoned by Elder Wang last night."

"Sigh, we teachers can't even provide a safe haven for our students; instead, they have to clean up our messes!" Professor Sha immediately felt discouraged.

“Yes, how can we face Liangzi now! I feel like we’re the kids who’ve messed up and have to meet their parents…” Professor Liu’s face was also somber.

"Report! Leader Liu from the city is here!"

"Shall we go to the door to greet them?"

"No need, no need! I just happened to be passing by and wanted to pass on a message." Leader Liu strode over, his face still bearing a kind smile: "Northwestern Polytechnical University is the most outstanding enterprise in our city, and the city will fully support it! If you encounter any difficulties, just tell the city! If anyone dares to try to extort or demand bribes from Northwestern Polytechnical University, the city will deal with them seriously!"

Upon hearing about Gao Deyang's ordeal, Leader Liu's heart nearly leaped out of his chest. He had to quickly make amends and show goodwill, so that Gao Deyang would never again covet any of Northwestern Polytechnical University's resources, not even a sip of soup!
"I do need your help with something. A leader in our city's water supply department wants to get his child a job at our school-run factory, and even wants him to be the head of the factory..."

"Who is it? Old Wang? Old Xu? Or Old Zhao? Don't worry, I'll talk to him when I get back. If he dares to make any more demands, our city will definitely deal with him seriously!"

"Thank you very much."

"Okay, if there's nothing else, I'll be going now. Don't worry, the city will definitely support you. Focus on your research and produce more results!"

After seeing off Leader Liu, everyone was filled with emotion, all thanks to Qin Liang!

"By the way, when is Qin Liang coming back?"

"I heard that I need to write a plan and give it directly to Old Wang. I'll be back once it's finished, probably in the next day or two."

The capital city, the airport terminal, the guesthouse.

Qin Liang rubbed his sore wrists. It was really not easy. Without realizing it, he had written a 100,000-word plan, and with a pen at that. He was already used to using a computer. Speaking of which, should he get a laptop?
Unfortunately, LCD screens don't exist in this era... Wait, should we implement LCD screen technology at Northwestern Polytechnical University?
This thing will definitely become a new source of profit growth!
Boom!
The door opened.

"Old Lin?"

"You knew it was me without even looking up?"

"Yes, besides you, no one else has ever walked in like this. So, what is it?"

"Many people want to see your plan. It's good to be prepared in advance. Our Air Force... also wants to see it."

"That won't work."

If this were written on a computer, I could just print an extra copy, but this is handwritten! I still need to give this copy to Mr. Wang! Now that I've handed it in, it's time to go back!

"Do you need our typist to print out this manuscript for you as a formal copy?"

In this era, even without computers, there were still printing methods using lead type.

"No need, handwritten notes show more sincerity. Mr. Lin, is there anything else?"

"Then let's go to Chang'an together. Tell me about the journey?"

What are you going there for?

"The Flight Test Center is about to conduct its final type certification test launch of the PL-10 medium-range air-to-air missile."

So fast?
(End of this chapter)