Courtyard Houses: From Families of Martyrs and Orphans to Giants of the Times

Inside the teahouse.

Gu Changfeng was still pondering Lin Jian'an's words.

Industrial system.

This term might not be a concept to the average person.

But for technicians like them...

But it has a completely different meaning.

to be honest.

Machine shops and industrial systems are not the same thing at all.

The former is merely production.

The latter, however, is about planning for the future.

From technology research and development to talent cultivation, from equipment manufacturing to supply chain support, and even future upgrade routes.

That was a behemoth that could truly influence the development of the industry.

Just as Gu Changfeng was deep in thought.

Lin Jian'an remained outwardly calm.

In fact, the system map has been fully deployed.

Red light spot.

Three.

The distance is constantly changing.

The most recent one.

It's only about 100 meters.

obviously.

The Far East traders have their eyes on me.

The system voice continued to sound.

[Dangerous Target Located]

[Level A Member: 1 person]

[Level B Members: 2 people]

[It is recommended to increase vigilance]

Lin Jian'an's eyes flickered slightly.

It seems that Project Falcon is not just talk.

I just arrived in Shanghai.

The other party has already come knocking on our door.

The speed is astonishing.

But the more this is the case, the more...

The more you do this, the more it shows that you've touched their sore spot.

Otherwise, the other party wouldn't be in such a hurry.

Thinking about this...

Lin Jian'an laughed instead.

Gu Changfeng was taken aback.

"What are you laughing at?"

Lin Jian'an picked up his teacup.

"It's nothing."

"I've thought of something interesting."

Gu Changfeng was somewhat confused.

However, no further questions were asked.

Instead, they brought the topic back to what they were talking about earlier.

"The industrial system you mentioned."

"What exactly does it look like?"

Upon hearing this...

Lin Jian'an knew.

The fish are starting to bite.

Recruiting talent.

It has never been about making empty promises.

Instead, it's about showing the other party a glimpse of the future.

So he put down his teacup.

He opened his mouth slowly.

You should have heard of the Red Star Machinery Factory.

Gu Changfeng nodded.

"I've heard of it."

"He's become quite famous in the industry recently."

"It's said that many parts in the military's communications projects are related to you."

Lin Jian'an smiled.

That was just the beginning.

talking.

He took a piece of draft paper out of his briefcase.

I started drawing quickly.

Ten minutes later.

A simple industrial architecture diagram appears on the desktop.

Gu Changfeng was calm at first.

However, as the content increases, so does the content.

His gaze gradually changed.

Communication equipment.

Precision machinery.

Materials research and development.

Automated control.

Numerical control technology.

Military manufacturing.

The entire system unfolds like a spider web.

They support each other.

They promote each other.

This moment.

Gu Changfeng was completely stunned.

Because he discovered it.

The blueprint in front of you.

It doesn't resemble the development plan of a machinery factory at all.

It's more like the prototype of an industrial group.

Even the planning for the next few decades.

"this……"

"Was this all part of your plan?"

Gu Changfeng's voice changed.

Lin Jian'an nodded.

"Goals for the next five years"

"And this is only the first phase."

boom!

Gu Changfeng felt a buzzing in his head.

crazy.

They've really gone mad.

But...

This plan is also highly feasible.

The key is.

Lin Jian'an has already taken the first step.

The communications project was a success.

Military service qualification obtained.

The machinery factory is about to undergo an upgrade.

Everything is progressing as planned.

Thinking about this...

Gu Changfeng suddenly fell silent.

A long time passed.

He slowly uttered a sentence.

"Lin Jian'an".

"You're more terrifying than I imagined."

Lin Jian'an smiled and said:

"Is this a compliment?"

Gu Changfeng nodded.

"certainly."

"Because this is the first time I've seen someone look so far into the future."

Just then.

A system notification sounded.

Gu Changfeng's approval rating has increased.

Current loyalty level: 65

Recruitment success rate increased to 72%

Lin Jian'an felt a surge of joy.

We are getting closer and closer to success.

......

at the same time.

Outside the teahouse.

Inside the black sedan.

The man in the top hat looked increasingly grim.

Because they had been observing for half an hour.

But he never found an opportunity.

The subordinate whispered:

"Team leader."

"Should we arrange for someone to contact Gu Changfeng?"

The man in the top hat shook his head.

"No rush."

"Keep an eye on Lin Jian'an first."

"Order from headquarters."

"Prioritize value assessment."

"If it can be absorbed."

"Absorb as much as possible."

Speaking of it.

A cold glint flashed in the man's eyes.

"If not..."

The rest was left unsaid.

But everyone understands.

The Falcon Project has always had two plans.

friend.

Or the enemy.

There is no third option.

......

It was evening.

The two sides concluded their conversation.

Gu Changfeng personally escorted Lin Jian'an out of the teahouse.

Before parting.

Lin Jian'an handed over a piece of paper.

The address of Hongxing Machinery Factory is written on it.

I won't rush you.

"But you only get one chance."

"Come find me anytime you've figured it out."

Done.

He turned and left.

Gu Changfeng stood still.

He remained silent for a long time.

Until Lin Jian'an's figure disappeared.

He then looked down at the note in his hand.

His gaze was complex.

these years.

He has seen too many leaders.

Some people like to make empty promises.

Some people like to brag.

Some people only know how to shout slogans.

But someone like Lin Jian'an.

This is the first time I've seen this.

young.

confidence.

And they are actually doing things.

I don't know why.

A sudden impulse arose in Gu Changfeng's heart.

Maybe……

Try following this young man's lead.

I can truly see a different future.

......

That evening.

Shanghai Guesthouse.

Lin Jian'an had just returned to his room.

Chen Haifeng rushed over.

"Comrade Lin."

Something's happened.

Lin Jian'an looked up.

"What is it?"

Chen Haifeng placed a document on the table.

His face looked rather pale.

"Zhou Jianye has gone missing."

Swish!

The room fell silent instantly.

Lin Jian'an narrowed his eyes.

"What happened?"

Chen Haifeng sighed.

"It was still here this morning."

"He suddenly disappeared in the afternoon."

"The security personnel found only one letter."

talking.

He handed the letter over.

Lin Jian'an opened it.

There is only one sentence inside.

"Don't look for me."

Just three simple words.

But that made him frown.

Because the system has already provided a prompt.

[Test Completed]

The letter was not written under duress.

[Probability of Zhou Jianye leaving voluntarily: 81%]

Should they leave voluntarily?

Lin Jian'an's eyes gradually sharpened.

Things are getting more interesting.

If it's a kidnapping.

It's actually simpler.

What does it mean to leave voluntarily?

This means that Zhou Jianye most likely knows some secrets.

He even had contact with core members of the Far East trade network.

Thinking about this...

The system map expands again.

next second.

A new red marker lit up.

The __cpLocation is surprisingly near the Huangpu River.

[Anomalies Found]

[Hidden Quest Progress Boost]

Current completion rate: 31%

Lin Jian'an's eyes lit up.

Finally, there's a breakthrough.

......

the other side.

Huangpu River Wharf.

Abandoned warehouse area.

A young man is sitting on a wooden crate.

He looked haggard.

It was Zhou Jianye who had gone missing.

And in front of him.

A man wearing gold-rimmed glasses was standing there.

"Have you made up your mind?"

The man's voice was calm.

Zhou Jianye gave a wry smile.

"Do I even have a choice?"

The bespectacled man smiled.

"Of course."

"cooperate."

"Or death."

The air fell silent instantly.

After a while.

Zhou Jianye slowly lowered his head.

But his fists were clenched tightly.

Because he knew.

I have been caught in a huge vortex.

There was absolutely no way out.

And just then...

Outside the warehouse.

One of his men rushed in.

"gentlemen."

"Lin Jian'an has already begun his investigation."

Upon hearing this name...

The bespectacled man paused slightly.

Then he laughed.

"It's finally here."

"I thought he would go to Gu Changfeng first."

"He seems smarter than I thought."

The subordinate asked:

"Does it need to be addressed?"

The bespectacled man shook his head.

"No."

"I'd like to meet this military industry genius."

Done.

He slowly got up.

His gaze drifted into the distance through the warehouse window.

A meaningful smile appeared on his lips.

"Notify the Falcon Team."

"Prepare for the second phase."

"This game."

"It's time to officially begin."

......

at the same time.

Inside a guesthouse room.

System notifications suddenly sounded continuously.

【warn! 】

[Core members of Far East trade emerge]

[Danger Level Increased]

[Current task difficulty increased to S+]

[Identifying Key Figures]

Codename: Cobra

[Identity unknown]

[Permission Level: Advanced]

[Immediate investigation recommended]

Upon seeing this series of prompts.

Lin Jian'an slowly stood up.

There was not a trace of fear in his eyes.

Instead, they became increasingly excited.

at last.

A real big fish has appeared.

And at the very bottom of the system panel.

A new line of text indicating the mission slowly appeared.

[Special Mission Begins]

The cobra has been found.

[Reward: Top Talent Clue x1]

[Reward: Industrial Technology Treasure Chest]

[Reward: Core Intelligence on Far East Trade]

See here.

Lin Jian'an's lips slowly curled up into a smile.

The Shanghai Stock Exchange's strategic moves.

This is getting more and more interesting.