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

Chapter 36 The Temptation of Going Abroad? We're Not Going!

Qin Liang knew it was impossible, of course, but if we couldn't ask for an exorbitant price and had to haggle, surely we could get a few million?
The 8086 processor has been acquired, but turning it into a computer is a long process. Director Meng promised a year, meaning we'll have to continue using slide rules during that time. Designing a major overhaul of the J-7? Too difficult!

If we could get a high-end Western computer, we could probably finish it in six months. As for the F-22 model calculations? Hehehe, we could just spend half a day or even a few hours calculating some data!
Large error? Who told you not to provide us with top-of-the-line computers?

Just as Qin Liang was happily daydreaming, Smith spoke up: "Sure, Professor Liu, Mr. Qin, you two can come with me to the West! We have a better research environment, advanced computers, and top-notch technology. Once you get there, you can turn this kind of aircraft from theory into reality..."

After he finished speaking, he realized that something was wrong. This kind of invitation should have been given in private. He had been so engrossed in the development of this stealth fighter that he had completely forgotten that he was in front of three hundred teachers and students!

Below, countless people stared wide-eyed.

Go to the West!

With the opening of the country, everyone saw the strength of the West, its abundant resources, affluent life, and advanced technology. Some people started to think that since their own country was so poor, if they had the opportunity to go to the West, they could become superior people!
In the 1980s and 90s, countless people were desperate to go abroad!
Even now, in 1978, going abroad would still be the envy of many people.

Below, everyone's gazes were complex, all turning to Qin Liang. What choice would Qin Liang make?

"I'm not going!" Qin Liang's answer was decisive and straightforward!
Everyone was stunned.

No! Qin Liang's answer was surprisingly no!
"In the field of stealth, our Eastern technology is the best. My teacher hopes to use this technology to improve the equipment level of our Eastern air force, rather than passing on these technologies to the West without reservation! As for the Western research environment... even if it is better than ours, so what?"

Qin Liang said emphatically, "Back then, our country had just been established, and so many patriotic overseas Chinese resolutely overcame all kinds of obstacles to return to their motherland. Now, our country's conditions are much better than before. The college entrance examination has been reinstated, and the spring of science has arrived. It is the time for us to use what we have learned to serve our country!"

"Well said!" a deep voice rang out from below.

Qin Liang looked down and saw a pair of approving blue eyes.

Mr. Lin was very satisfied.

A person needs not only a clever mind, extensive knowledge, and a spirit of inquiry, but also a patriotic heart!
Students trained by the nation are meant to serve the country; no matter how good the conditions are abroad, they won't go!
"Well said!" more people shouted, including teachers and students, followed by another round of enthusiastic applause.

Northwestern Polytechnical University is different from Tsinghua and Peking University. The students here are all determined to serve the country! Now that the country has just opened its doors, and with Qin Liang's impassioned speech, it is estimated that in the next few years, anyone who dares to say that the moon is rounder in foreign countries will be despised by everyone.

Smith was stunned, with only one thought in his mind: I'm doomed, I've messed this up!
Stephen quickly tried to smooth things over: "Professor Liu, Mr. Qin, that's not what we meant. We just wanted you to do some research. After all, you said you needed an advanced Cray-1 computer, which is subject to COCOM embargo, so we can't possibly send it over..."

He just wanted to explain the purpose of inviting them to the West, but he didn't expect that his words would also have such a big problem!
"Back when we founded our country, we also suffered from Western blockade. It seems that even now that we have improved relations with the West, you are still holding back against us, aren't you?"

"No, no, that's not what I meant..."

"Ahem." Director Luo stood up: "Dear students, today's symposium was a great success. Now, let's give a warm round of applause to send off our guests from the West!"

It's not that we're kicking him out, but Qin Liang's words were too sharp. If this continues, what if a conflict arises... and someone from above puts a big accusation on him? Qin Liang can't handle that!

Below, amidst enthusiastic applause, Smith and Stephen, their faces flushed, bowed to the audience before stepping down, trying their best to project a Western elegance and composure. However, as they stepped off the stage, they were still somewhat dazed, their bodies swaying, and they almost fell... "Liu, Qin, that's not what we meant!" Stephen said, looking at the two who had seen him off.

“That’s right, the Cray-1 computer is something Western Europe can’t even get its hands on, let alone send it to the East!” James added, “Once you come to America, you can use this kind of supercomputer freely. This is a very rare opportunity!”

"I'm sorry, gentlemen. My teacher served in the Korean War. So, while my teacher has been a great host and extended his hospitality to you, it's simply impossible for you to work for me, let alone design fighter jets."

Upon hearing the words "Korean War," the two men abruptly stopped in their tracks. They exchanged a glance, realizing that it was impossible to persuade someone from the East, who had achieved world-class research in electromagnetic wave diffraction, to go to the West, to the United States.

So……

A 212 bus appeared ahead. When the driver saw several people approaching, he immediately got out of the bus and warmly opened the door.

"Are you two going to the airport or the train station next? We know you're both very busy, so..."

They really want us to leave!

Smith rubbed his stomach: "I think we should fill our stomachs first."

Where is the hospitality of the East? Guests have come from a country thousands of miles away, and you won't even give them a meal?

"That's easy. Let's go eat mutton stew with bread, a specialty of Chang'an!"

Ta-da! Just then, Secretary Shen ran over.

"Everyone, wait!"

Everyone turned around.

"Teacher Lin said that these foreign guests have come from afar and it is not easy for them to do this once, so he invited them to dine at the May Day Hotel!"

Old Lin really was a godsend! Qin Liang thought to himself. He had asked for computers, the Americans had invited him to America, and he had refused. That first round was over.

If we send the Americans away directly, there won't be a second round, and both sides will have regrets. So... we still need to eat!
I've been in Chang'an for several months now, and this is the first time I've eaten out. It's a local specialty!

But... I wonder if Old Lin has ulterior motives for inviting them to dinner? Oh well, I'll just go along for the meal!

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