Courtyard House: Starting with a 28-inch motorcycle

When Li Huaide got home, he couldn't help but ask, "Dad, what exactly did they say at today's meeting? Was the tone set?"

The father-in-law picked up his teacup, blew on it, and said slowly, "Speaking of which, we have to thank that Comrade He."

If he hadn't suggested, "Why not build one yourself?", you'd probably still be robbing Peter to pay Paul, copying that old white bear machine tool.

That would also produce results, but compared to now, it would be a world of difference.

He smiled and added meaningfully, "This kid hasn't cooked at home in a long time..."

Thoroughly understanding the second-line machine tools of the White Bear is indeed a remarkable achievement.

But this stuff can only be secretly supplied to sister factories; it's never even allowed to be exported to earn foreign exchange.

At most, it gave industrialization a little boost, but in terms of contribution, it pales in comparison to what happened today.

Things are much more complicated now. Many decisions can't even be made by the Ministry of Industry and Information Technology. They have to be passed up the chain of command and wait for the final decision.

"Dad, Zhu Zi is so busy these days that he can't even get a moment's rest on the weekends."

The engineers on Bai Xiong's side were craving his cooking, constantly thinking about it. A couple of days ago, they actually showed up at his place to freeload a meal.

Li Huaide laughed out loud: "I also benefited from being close to the source. Every time Zhu Zi gave special treatment to Bai Xiong and his gang, we factory leaders were able to get a taste of the benefits."

I'll mention it to him tomorrow and see if I can show off my skills for you this weekend.

"Forget it, let's wait until this storm passes before we talk about it."

Li Huaide's father-in-law waved his hand, his tone tinged with emotion: "Truly capable and visionary people never have time for anything. Your greenhouse project was just a lucky break, yet it somehow produced such a groundbreaking result."

"Dad...do you think we could transfer Zhu Zi?"

Li Huaide's expression tightened, and he immediately pressed for more information.

He knew all too well the significance of this achievement—grain production was expected to double! For the Ministry of Agriculture, this was equivalent to building several world-class machine tools, or even more impressive.

Based on the growth cycles of rice and wheat, they plan to collect samples and cultivate them fully after these crops have matured, and then replicate the data.

As long as the results are stable, the next round can be rolled out on a large scale.

In fact, the Ministry of Agriculture and agricultural professors from major universities had already investigated the experimental field that He Yuzhu mentioned.

Wheat and rice were indeed planted in the field, but unfortunately they were all harvested, leaving only some rotten roots in the soil, which was heartbreaking to see.

You can't catch up with them; they've already eaten everything, not even the bones. How could they possibly spit it out?

"Whether or not Xiao He is willing to transfer people depends on his own willingness."

If he doesn't want to go, we can't force him to stay; but if he really has a talent for agriculture and is willing to switch careers, there's nothing we can do to stop him.

Upon hearing his father-in-law's words, Li Huaide finally felt a sense of relief and said with a smile, "That's not a problem. I asked Zhu Zi, and he said he finds it troublesome and prefers cooking."

"It's not about being afraid of trouble, it's about knowing your place and how to conduct yourself..." His father-in-law gave him a meaningful look, then stood up. "Alright, that's enough for today. We have a meeting tomorrow morning, so get some rest."

The data for the new machine tools has been reported. Now it depends on how the higher authorities decide: Will they let the Third Steel Rolling Mill go all out and concentrate resources on developing the new model? Or will they bring in other machinery plants to engage in joint production, accelerate the industrialization process, and incidentally explore the possibility of exporting and earning foreign exchange?

If they choose the latter, Director Yang and Wang Shushu will probably storm into the Ministry of Industry and start slamming their fists on the table and cursing.

Who can stand to see someone else reap the rewards of their hard work? They can't swallow that insult!

Now all three are using their own methods, pulling strings and finding connections, just to secure the benefits for their own factories.

No matter what, the sweat and sleepless nights spent should be rewarded first by our own family.

As for He Yuzhu? These power struggles and intrigues are too far removed from him.

No matter how the upper echelons fight, it's not his place to ask for the opinion of a "small fry".

But He Yuzhu hasn't been idle these past few months either, reaping a bountiful harvest.

The mechanical repair work is progressing slowly—I'm busy with miscellaneous tasks every day at the steel rolling mill, and I simply can't find any time to read; when I get home at night, I immerse myself in boxing practice, almost without fail.

Fortunately, he was incredibly talented. He had already reached the pinnacle of Tai Chi. When he reached the ultimate level, the internal energy was like rivers flowing into the sea, able to condense into a perfectly round vortex of energy, embracing the essence and guarding the unity, faintly showing signs of forming the elixir.

He also asked Master Zhang to introduce him to another boxing master, from whom he learned Bajiquan. The moves were fierce and violent, which suited his current style perfectly.

He Yuzhu now possesses a single-handed explosive force of two to three thousand jin.

If combined with the circulation of internal energy, the body's power instantly doubles, making the user resemble a ferocious humanoid beast. With a single punch, it could probably bend even steel bars.

He ran at an astonishing speed. He Yuzhu once tried it in an open, deserted field. He sprinted 100 meters with all his might and only took six or seven seconds. This has completely broken through the limits of human physiology!

Now, his physical body is ridiculously strong. He has reached the pinnacle of both Xingyi and Tai Chi, and his blood and qi are surging like rivers. His muscles, bones and skin have been tempered to the point that they are as tough as iron.

His appearance has also subtly changed. Before, he only appeared calm and mature, but now he has a well-defined face, sharp eyes, and his whole face exudes a sense of determination as if carved by a knife and axe. His temperament is cold and imposing, making him three points more handsome than before.

Now, he can handle even a single armed man with ease; unless he is surrounded and surrounded by bullets, no one can do anything to him.

And this is simply because two martial arts styles have been mastered! If one were to master Bajiquan, Baguazhang, Wing Chun, and more than a dozen other martial arts styles to perfection...

He Yuzhu had a vague premonition that he might actually be able to break free from the shackles of mortal body and become a "superman" walking among humans!

In the past few months, his relationship with Lou Xiao'e has also progressed.

He would visit the Lou family every few days, always carrying freshly baked pastries, stewed tonic soup, or wild game collected from the countryside.

The girl is sweet-talking and kind-hearted; he has long since made her inseparable from him.

Now, as soon as they hear he's coming, they rush out of the house to greet him, their joy barely concealed in their eyes and brows.

The smooth sailing in his love life also made Lou's father have second thoughts.

He secretly suggested to Ho Yu-chu: Why not learn from the Fok family in Hong Kong and become the country's "white glove"?

The blockade is currently very tight, and the higher-ups are well aware that they can't put all their eggs in one basket with the big brother, the polar bear.

Opening up new channels is urgently needed.

Although we have been trying for a long time, the results have been minimal.

Now that Lou Bancheng has taken the initiative to extend an olive branch, there's a high chance that the higher-ups will accept it.

Upon hearing this, Lou's father's eyes lit up.

This approach is perfect for someone like him—he wants to make a name for himself overseas, yet he can't bear to part with his homeland.

The problem is, having ideas alone isn't enough; you need a reliable plan and someone you can really talk to.

He knows quite a few people, but most of them are only at the bureau or department level, and he can't even get a word in edgewise if he tries to reach higher levels.

On a weekend morning, He Yuzhu prepared four boxes of exquisite pastries early in the morning, leaving two boxes for his younger sister He Yushui so that she could take them to visit her classmates.

The end of the year is fast approaching, and this is the third year he has been raising his sister on his own.

He silently summoned the system panel:

[Host: He Yuzhu]

【技能：厨艺（满级）｜家务（满级）｜俄语（满级）｜英语（满级）｜钓鱼（满级）｜形意拳（满级）｜木工（满级）｜医术（满级）｜农学（满级）｜太极拳（满级）｜机械维修（四级：598/800）｜围棋（四级：171/800）｜八极拳（三级：217/400）】

[Vitality Space: 800×800×800 cubic meters]

The space has long since expanded to the point where it seems to stretch as far as the eye can see.

He recently purchased a large quantity of rare medicinal herb seeds and planted them all. Now, as far as the eye can see, the herbs sway and the air is filled with their fragrance, densely covering the entire fertile land.

Even more amazingly, this space not only accelerates the ripening of crops, but also inexplicably speeds up the growth of the same medicinal herbs planted outside.

Nine hundred and sixty acres of land, all top-quality medicinal herbs, any kind can survive, growing one crop after another.

The space will continue to expand in the future, and the medicinal resources will be virtually inexhaustible for him.

What if you opened a pharmacy specializing in Chinese herbal beeswax pills? The cost would be almost entirely just the seed money!

Once Lou Bancheng actually goes to Hong Kong Island, he will definitely persuade the old man to start this project.

That's what we're here to talk about today.

He took two boxes of pastries, hopped on his bicycle, and headed straight for the Lou family.

Before long, the wheels rolled over the entrance to the bluestone alley, and he stopped in front of the door and rang the doorbell.

A moment later, the door opened with a "whoosh," and Lou Xiao'e practically ran out, her cheeks slightly flushed and her breathing a little rapid.

She suppressed a laugh and glanced at him with feigned composure: "Why are you so late today?"

"I made a cream cake, it took some effort," He Yuzhu said with a smile, handing over the box. "It can last for two days if you put it in the refrigerator, don't eat it all at once."

"Really?!" Her eyes lit up instantly, and she took the snack box so quickly it was like she was snatching it. She couldn't help but smile, her lips curving into a crescent moon.

She stepped aside to let him in, muttering under her breath, "My dad's definitely going to drag you upstairs for a long chat again..."

Sure enough, Mr. Lou was already waiting in the living room on the first floor.

Seeing him come in, he immediately stood up: "Zhu Zi is here? Come on, let's talk upstairs."

Lou Xiao'e's face immediately fell: "Dad! He just walked in the door and you're already trying to take him away! Last time, the talk lasted all day, and he didn't even get to eat!"

Lou's father waved his hand, smiled without saying a word, but his eyes revealed a solemnity.

"What nonsense is this girl spouting? Dad wants to talk to Zhu Zi about marriage."

Lou Bancheng made a serious joke with a straight face. As soon as he finished speaking, Lou Xiao'e's face flushed red, and the tips of her ears turned red. She turned her head and hid in Lou Tan's room. She walked hurriedly and did not dare to look back.

Once she had disappeared in a flash, Lou Bancheng grinned and waved to He Yuzhu: "This girl, I've kept her under tight control, she's been thinking about marrying into your family for ages."

Once she graduates at the end of next year, you two can get married. I'll pick the date.