I painted an aircraft carrier on the courtyard house for Dongda University.

Zhou Weiguo silently shook his head, indicating that he was fine.

The scene that followed was somewhat awkward.

Zhou Weiguo made the guns himself, but he didn't fire a single shot. Instead, the leaders took turns firing several bursts at a time.

The most tragic thing was that Zhou Weiguo had to stand by and adjust the firearms.

They managed to use up an entire box of machine gun ammunition.

Especially that leader surnamed Jiang, who was the most enthusiastic and troublesome, insisted that Zhou Weiguo help him with the bombs.

Zhou Weiguo wondered to himself: Couldn't Colonel Zhang fire the bullets he loaded? Did this man have a grudge against him?

Fortunately, the quality of the firearms did indeed stand the test.

Although it still lags behind the SVD in terms of accuracy at kilometer distances, Zhou Weiguo estimates that once he develops the 7N1 ammunition, he should be able to catch up.

At this moment, Song said to the man who had been tormenting Zhou Weiguo earlier, "Minister Jiang, you've been messing with this kid all morning. You probably have blisters on your hands from loading the bullets. Isn't that enough? Let me tell you, with this kid's talent, it's a real waste to send him to your side."

Zhou Weiguo was completely bewildered when he heard this: What does this have to do with me? Another Minister Jiang, who is this? How can they bully people like this! Thinking of this, he looked indignant.

Old Chen then walked up behind him and chuckled softly, "I really don't know what to say to you, young man. You're so young and you've already attracted the attention of so many leaders. Your future is probably going to be tough."

Zhou Weiguo said with a wry smile, "You can't blame me for this, can you? Old Chen, can you tell me who this Jiang Bu is? I've been staying at the factory obediently all day lately, not doing anything."

To everyone's surprise, Old Chen chuckled and said, "You don't even know who you've offended?"

Just then, Jiang said, "This kid does have some talent. As far as I can see, there is no precedent for this gun in the world."

Just as Zhou Weiguo was completely bewildered, the man walked up to him and asked, "Hey kid, are you still not convinced? You look so unhappy, what's wrong? Are you cursing me in your heart?"

How could Zhou Weiguo dare to accept such a remark? Song Du was already calling him Jiang Du, how could he, a mere little Karami, possibly afford to offend him?

Zhou Weiguo thought this to himself, but said aloud, "Minister Jiang, how could I possibly scold you? Impossible, absolutely impossible."

The man glared at him: "I'd rather you call me Principal than Director Jiang."

Upon hearing this, his first reaction was, "Principal? I'm Cong-ge, not Cong-ge."

Zhou Weiguo's mind raced: This is clearly someone who has a grudge against me! What did I do to offend the principal? Suddenly, something occurred to him, and he asked tentatively, "You...you're not the principal of Tsinghua University, are you? But wait, Principal, why does Director Song call you Director Jiang?"

The man glared at him and said angrily, "I'm the president of Tsinghua University and also the vice minister of education. What's the problem? I'm just wondering, with a brain like yours, how did you manage to create such a good firearm?"

Zhou Weiguo was taken aback: "You can do that? Is Tsinghua University really that amazing?"

Upon hearing this, everyone burst into laughter.

Li Huaide stood to the side, staring intently at Zhou Weiguo like a lackey, thinking to himself, "What a powerful patron! This is definitely a powerful patron; I must hold on tight, firmly, and never let go!"

At this moment, Minister Song said with a smile, "Alright, alright, you can catch up later. So, Minister Jiang, you agree? Then we'll leave Zhou Weiguo to our Second Ministry of Machine Building from now on. Don't worry, the approval for the associate doctoral program at Beijing University of Technology has been approved, and this kid won't be wasted."

Jiang shook his head: "Minister Song, Tsinghua University will not give up on this kid."

Upon hearing this, Song's expression instantly darkened: "Hey, we already agreed that if this kid had talent in military industry, you'd bring him to our side. How can you change your mind like this?"

Jiang Bu smiled enigmatically: "You didn't even tell me that this kid independently improved the machine tool! You're trying to fool me to get rid of him? If I hadn't called Lao Qin, you would still be in the dark. You, you are too cunning and treacherous."

Song's face flushed red at first, then he forced a smile and said, "Then tell me, is the gun this kid makes any good? Is he suitable for the Second Ministry of Machine Building?"

Jiang Bu was amused: "Who says that manufacturing guns and cannons has to be done by your Second Ministry of Machine Building? You're talking nonsense."

Just then, Chief Engineer Song quietly walked up to Director Wang and Old Chen and said a few words.

Upon hearing this, the two men's eyes widened in disbelief as they stared at Chief Engineer Song.

Director Wang, realizing what was happening, quickly stepped forward and said, "Minister Jiang, Minister Song, it's not that serious, it's not that serious. Wei Guo is a talented person, why can't we handle things the way talented people are?"

Both Song and Jiang looked at Director Wang, as if to say, "Tell me more."

Director Wang continued, "Minister Song, Minister Jiang, do you think someone as talented as Zhou Weiguo should be obediently attending classes every day? What can university professors and teachers teach him? Can they teach him how to improve machine tools, or how to create firearms? In the past, when he only improved machine tools, we could say it was a coincidence, but this kid has only been at our steel mill for a short time. These two firearms alone, to put it bluntly, are probably top-notch internationally. Therefore, I think Zhou Weiguo shouldn't be managed in a conventional manner."

Li Bu suddenly stepped forward and said, "That's right, I know that. During those years at Harbin Institute of Technology, this kid hardly attended any classes on time. He mostly studied on his own, and if he didn't understand something, he would directly ask the professors and experts. But even so, this kid not only graduated with the highest grades in the whole school, but as you've all seen since, his academic achievements have been phenomenal. This kid absolutely needs to be allowed to grow freely; we absolutely cannot restrict him."

Zhou Weiguo, who was listening nearby, was stunned: What's going on? It sounds like I can stop going to school? Free-range? Day school? This is great news! Thinking of this, Zhou Weiguo was overjoyed.

Minister Song, with his keen eyesight, immediately noticed the change in Zhou Weiguo's expression and stood up to state his position:

"I think it's feasible. Our Beijing University of Technology wants him first, and the core purpose is to build a platform for learning and exchange for him, not to restrict him with rigid school rules."

Minister Song spoke firmly and resolutely: "During Zhou Weiguo's studies at Beijing University of Technology for his associate doctorate, we will not impose any restrictions. He is free to enter and leave the campus, and the university will provide all the resources to help him improve his professional skills and continue to contribute to the country's development."

"To be honest, these two firearms he designed are unmatched not only at Beijing University of Technology, but also at the top level globally. The sniper rifle in particular is groundbreaking. If I weren't worried about putting too much pressure on him, I would have even hired him as a professor at Beijing University of Technology and transferred him to the Second Ministry of Machine Building to lead important firearms projects."

"For the sake of the country, this is my stance. Regardless of Tsinghua University's decision, this is the stance of the Second Ministry of Machine Building and Beijing University of Technology. What do you think?"

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