King of Technology: A Fresh Start in 1983

"That's interesting."

Zhang Zheng said something in a low voice, it was unclear whether he was referring to technology or marketing strategy.

Then I continued to scroll down to look at the performance test data and stability curves.

His finger emphasized the data for "75% speed increase" and "100% pass rate in compatibility tests".

"Hmm... the idea of ​​integrating a fixed dictionary is correct... it can save system resources..."

He glanced at Chen Jianghe and said, "Su Wanqing said that you have great ideas on general driver optimization, especially the simple methods for suppressing bus jitter."

"These measured data verify the practicality of your approach. Excellent!"

These two simple words, "Not bad," from a top domestic expert and the head of Eagle's Nest, carry immense weight!

This is the most authoritative recognition of Chen Jianghe's technical talent and engineering transformation capabilities!

"Thank you for your recognition, sir!"

Chen Jianghe was filled with excitement.

Zhang Zhenggao put down the report, picked up the allowance application form, and glanced at it.

"Project expenses and special allowances. Engineer Su has already submitted a report with sufficient reasons, and the institute has given it special approval!"

He took a blue stamp out of the drawer and stamped it with a "click".

"It's not much money, three hundred a month, paid in installments. Go to the finance department in a bit and register a temporary account."

Three hundred yuan per month!

This was no small sum in 1984!

This is equivalent to three months' rent, utilities, and labor costs for Chen Jianghe at Tiangong Technical Service Department!

This government subsidy was like a timely rain, instantly relieving his urgent need for funds to come off the verge of collapse!

More importantly, this formal recognition and endorsement from the national scientific research system carries far greater weight than money!

"Thank you, sir! I will certainly live up to your expectations!"

Chen Jianghe's voice trembled slightly.

"Don't thank me. I make a living with my skills."

Zhang Zhenggao pushed the application form back to him, his tone becoming serious.

He looked at Chen Jianghe and said, "Your focus must shift to the core research and development tasks of the second phase of Project Fireseed as soon as possible!"

"The institute will assign the best hardware platforms and engineers to assist you."

"Over there at Pangu Card, stick to your technology and don't get caught up in the quagmire of Zhongguancun, understand?"

"Understood! I'll do it as soon as possible..."

Chen Jianghe was interrupted by Zhang Zhenggao halfway through his sentence.

"Not as soon as possible!"

Zhang Zheng pointed to the drawing paper and said, "By the end of the month, you must fully integrate your drive control and bus optimization module design ideas into the underlying framework of the 'Spark' platform!"

"Time waits for no one! This is an order!"

The heavy hammer of the national mission has once again fallen clearly and decisively!

The success of [Pangu Card] is just the opening act.

The true stage of history has already been set up for him within the steel fortress of the Eagle's Nest!

A heavy sense of mission weighed on his heart, which was still filled with elation.

Carrying the approval slips for fees and allowances, and burdened with heavy responsibilities, Chen Jianghe walked out of the Eagle's Nest building. The afternoon sun was a bit dazzling.

He rode his old bicycle back to the Tiangong Technical Service Department and immediately dialed the number of the Hongxing Factory.

"Director Liu! All ten engineering sample cards for the [Pangu Card] have passed testing! Start mass production immediately!"

"First batch... 500 yuan! Quality must be guaranteed!"

"Also, how many of those bare [Xuanyuan Cards] do you still have? I'll take them all! Send them out together!"

He put down the phone, a wolfish glint in his eyes.

Chung Chao-fai and Lianwei, are you trying to drive me to my death with your prices?

Now, it's my turn to tell you what technological barriers are!

That afternoon, Zhao Xiaobo hung up a new red poster at his Tiangong stall:

Notice to Customers: Due to a global shortage of raw material chips, shipments of the Tiangong [Xuanyuan Han Card] Collector's Edition will be suspended effective immediately!

"Stay tuned for the groundbreaking new product, the Pangu Card! Truly intelligent! Truly a superior experience!"

Meanwhile, twenty "Xuanyuan Cards"—re-tested, repackaged, polished to a shine, and labeled "Collector's Edition"—were also found...

The presentation script about the Pangu Card, meticulously prepared by Zhao Xiaobo.

It was delivered by a special person to the editorial departments of several influential technical publications in the industry, such as Computerworld and Electronics News.

Chen Jianghe is about to create momentum!

He wants to use technology to make his voice heard!

That day, Chen Jianghe was sitting in front of the circuit diagram of the [Pangu Card]...

While considering the details of mass production, they also devised how to quickly integrate its core driving concepts, especially the bus interference immunity, into the "Spark" mission...

The wooden door of Tiangong Technical Service Department was politely knocked on.

"Tap, tap, tap..."

Chen Jianghe felt a chill run down his spine, put down his pencil, and went to open the door.

Standing outside the door was Lin Jianye, the dashing and charismatic man from Hong Kong, whose eyes were deep behind his gold-rimmed glasses!

"Mr. Chen, I apologize for disturbing you."

Lin Jianye smiled warmly and handed over two exquisitely designed, light gold cardstock pieces that exuded a delicate fragrance.

"We are delighted to learn that Mr. Chen's Tiangong Technical Service Department has achieved a major breakthrough in its products..."

He pointed to the simple outer shell of the [Pangu Card] on the experimental table, "It's also deeply integrated with the national team, truly a double blessing, with unlimited potential!"

"This is a small gift; please accept it, Mr. Chen."

"One piece is a small token of my personal appreciation."

He gestured to the first card, which read "Great Wall Hotel VIP Card".

"The other one is an invitation from our Hong Kong Starry Sky organization to a small-scale exchange meeting themed 'Tomorrow's Technology, Creating the Future Together,' held to celebrate the establishment of our Beijing branch."

"This Saturday, at the Ziyunxuan Pavilion of the Great Wall Hotel."

"Industry professionals from both Hong Kong and Beijing gathered here, and everyone was eager to get to know you, this rising star..."

"I wonder if Mr. Chen... would do me the honor of attending?"

The gold-embossed invitation looked extremely tempting under the sunlight.

The Great Wall Hotel was a top-tier venue where the powerful and wealthy gathered in this era!

The low price of [Zhongka] had just been pushed back by the dawn of [Pangu], and the heavy burden of national tasks weighed on his shoulders. This mysterious Hong Kong-funded manager…

The significance of presenting this invitation at this time goes far beyond simply "getting to know friends"!

Chen Jianghe accepted the two cards expressionlessly, his gaze calm and unwavering as he looked at Lin Jianye.

"Thank you for your kind offer, Manager Lin. As for the weekend plans... we'll see."

He neither agreed nor refused.

Lin Jianye's smile remained unchanged: "Alright. Then I'll await good news. By the way..."

His smile seemed to deepen. "This exchange is purely a technical salon. There are no photo or video sessions. Feel free to talk freely."

"I believe that with Mr. Chen's wisdom, he will see a different kind of light there."

Lin Jianye bowed slightly, then turned and left.

The dawn of Pangu, the call of Eagle's Nest, the invitation from Hong Kong capital...

Three distinct paths stretched out, intertwined, and split beneath his feet.

Ziyunxuan at the Great Wall Hotel…

Behind that magnificent door, will he find a new door of opportunity, or another turbulent dark sea?