Courtyard House: Starting as an eighth-grade worker, with too many wives.

But at this very moment...

Just as the car was fully revealed to everyone.

Everyone was stunned.

"Did we succeed?"

Someone asked in a low voice, unable to believe it.

The voice was very soft, as if afraid of waking something.

"We really did it!"

Someone shouted.

The sound was like a match thrown into the yard full of dry firewood.

The entire workshop erupted in chaos.

The cheers were deafening.

People hugged each other.

She was both crying and laughing.

Hot tears rolled down their faces.

Perhaps, this is the day they've been living their whole lives.

To create technology that belongs to their own country.

In order to no longer be subject to others.

So that one day, this land can once again stand at the top of the world.

"Director Li is awesome!"

Another shout.

Before Li Jianguo could react, a group of people rushed up.

They lifted him up.

Throw it into the air.

Catch it.

Throw it again.

After making a fuss for a while, they were finally put down.

I felt a little dizzy when my feet landed.

The cheers gradually subsided.

But the smiles on everyone's faces and the reddened eyes still revealed that excitement.

"We haven't told Director Yang about this yet!"

Someone suddenly realized what was happening.

"Wow!"

A young man took off running outside.

I was running so fast that I almost tripped over some parts on the ground.

He staggered for a moment, steadied himself, and rushed out without looking back.

Not long after.

Factory Director Yang stumbled in.

Behind him followed leaders of all ranks from the steel rolling mill.

They all rushed over after hearing the news.

They thought it would take a few more days for the car to be assembled.

I didn't expect it to be done so quickly.

When Director Yang actually saw the car, he was completely stunned.

beautiful.

The car body is black.

The lines are smooth.

It exudes an air of nobility and elegance.

He doesn't know anything about cars.

But he knew what was considered beautiful.

"Did it work?"

walk over.

He reached out and touched it.

The icy touch brought tears to my eyes.

"Is this car really a success?"

"It's done."

Li Jianguo stood to the side.

His tone was filled with barely suppressed pride.

"With current technology, mass production is entirely possible. Moreover, the technological level of this car has already surpassed the current international mainstream."

"good!"

Factory Director Yang said "good" three times in a row.

"Good! Good! Good!"

Grabbing his secretary's hand, he was so excited that he couldn't speak coherently.

"Quick! Go get the newspaper staff!"

The voice was trembling.

"We have to be the first to know about this big news! Director Li will drive it out himself in a bit! From now on, we need to tell everyone that our country has cars! Completely independently developed! Surpassing the world's leading level!"

His eyes were very red.

His voice was trembling.

But no one present laughed at him.

Because they are the same.

how many years?

How many years have they been technologically suppressed?

Finally, one day, I was able to hold my head high.

Finally, one day, I was able to stand up straight.

Who wouldn't be excited?

The news of the successful engine research had already caught the attention of the newspaper and the propaganda department.

Cars are already out?

The people at the newspaper have gone completely mad.

Holding a camera.

Carrying the equipment.

They sped all the way to the steel rolling mill.

Director Yang has already arranged the entrance ceremony.

This is the first car that was completely independently developed.

Its appearance must not be taken lightly.

Everyone is eagerly anticipating it.

Li Jianguo sat in the car he helped develop for the first time.

Hold the steering wheel.

Drive out of the workshop at the slowest possible speed.

"They're out—"

"Our car—"

"good--"

Outside the workshop, deafening cheers nearly shook the sky.

Everyone from the entire steel rolling mill came.

Everyone was looking at this incredibly beautiful car.

The newspaper staff were snapping photos like madmen.

The clicking sounds blended together.

Film rolls? Who cares!

Li Jianguo got out of the car.

The cheers grew even louder.

Stand there.

A faint smile played on her lips.

Looking at all this before me.

the next day.

The newspapers were full of this news.

Throughout the country, everyone saw Li Jianguo's photo.

I saw that beautiful black car.

"good!"

"This car is really beautiful!"

"This scientist is so young!"

Exclamations of praise echoed from all corners of the country.

This newspaper was also on Li Jianguo's desk.

He looked at his reflection in the newspaper.

But there was no smile on his lips.

This is just the beginning.

Such honors put pressure on him.

His goal was never just a small engine.

What he wants to do is to use China's technology to catch up with those developed countries in the shortest possible time.

Even overtaking on curves.

Completely surpass.

On the path of science and technology, this ancient land was once at the forefront of humankind.

It's time to let it return to where it rightfully belongs.

The door was pushed open.

Factory Director Yang walked in with a smug look on his face.

The smile on his face was impossible to suppress.

If you look closely, even the gray hair seems to have turned a bit darker.

"Director Li, did you see the newspaper?"

He strode over.

Seeing the newspaper on the table, he smiled so much that his eyes narrowed.

"I knew you'd see it right away. This is truly a moment of glory; the whole country is cheering for you. I haven't been this happy in years!"

Li Jianguo looked at him.

A slight smile appeared at the corners of his mouth.

"As long as the factory director is happy. If the whole country approves of what I've done, it means that what I've done has been meaningful."

"Of course it makes sense!"

Factory Director Yang was so excited that he gave a thumbs up.

"You are a great hero of our country!"

But looking at Li Jianguo's calm demeanor, I was a little puzzled.

"Why don't you seem very excited? We've been preparing a celebration party for you."

Li Jianguo stood up.

I walked to the window.

Factory Director Yang followed.

Follow his gaze.

"It's not that I'm unhappy."

Li Jianguo said.

"But I wasn't that happy."

Looking out the window.

The sky was very blue.

A few clouds drifted by slowly.

"This car is just the beginning. We still have a long way to go to catch up with those developed countries. Surpassing them is my goal. What will happen if I get too excited at the start?"

Factory Director Yang was stunned.

Then, he gave a thumbs up.

"Director Li, I've only just realized that my awareness is really not as good as yours."

Smile.

"Even though it's just the beginning, I'm happy. This is called a good start."

Li Jianguo also smiled.

"Yes, a great start. From now on, we're sure to have even greater success."

The two chatted and laughed for a while.

Factory Director Yang got down to business.

"Regarding your commendation ceremony, leaders from higher authorities will be attending; it will be held at our factory. Your success serves as a role model for young engineers."

Li Jianguo nodded.

Use him as an example to inspire more people.

This is a good thing.

Only when all sectors of society are making progress can this country take off.

"Oh, right."

Director Yang lowered his voice.

Her eyes were smiling.

"The leader who came this time is none other than Elder Zhou."

He paused for a moment.

"Don't blame me for not telling you beforehand."

"What?"

Li Jianguo suddenly turned his head.

"Is Old Zhou coming?"

"Yes. Old Zhou will personally come to celebrate your success. It should be in the next day or two, so get ready."

This news made Li Jianguo truly happy.

It's been a long time since I've seen Mr. Zhou.

That was his mentor.

His mentor presented him with the award...

Li Jianguo suddenly felt a sense of anticipation for the commendation meeting.

Seeing the barely suppressed smile on Li Jianguo's lips, Director Yang realized that the man in front of him was, after all, just a young man in his early twenties.

Li Jianguo usually struck him as being too mature for his age.

It's like they know everything.

Nothing can stump him.

Every time he spoke to him, Director Yang had the unsettling feeling that he was an incompetent factory manager.

"You still look more approachable when you're smiling. Otherwise, I feel a lot of pressure every time I meet you."

Factory Director Yang made a joke.

Li Jianguo was a little embarrassed.

He suppressed his smile.

"Isn't it because I'm too young? If I were always joking around, who would listen to me?"

"That's true."

Factory Director Yang looked at him intently.

He nodded.

"Your current achievements, combined with your age... wow, it's truly astonishing."

"Factory manager, please stop praising me."

Li Jianguo waved his hand.

"This is just the beginning. There's a long road ahead."

Being praised and teased like this made me a little uncomfortable.

Seeing his awkwardness, Director Yang stopped teasing him.

"Alright, stop being so happy. I'm here today for something more important."

"What?"

Li Jianguo looked at him blankly.

"A new project? When our cars go into mass production, we can upgrade everyone's systems. But I think we should start with materials first. The progress of the automotive industry is inseparable from basic industries..."

As soon as he opened his mouth, he jumped to the new plan.

Director Yang was dumbfounded.

"Haven't you thought about taking a break? Everyone's still digesting those technologies."

But seeing his enthusiasm, Director Yang was pleased.

After all, the achievements Li Jianguo made were ultimately attributed to the steel rolling mill.

As the factory director, he reaped the rewards without lifting a finger.

Time waits for no one.

Li Jianguo sighed softly.

"We are still too far behind those developed countries."

Factory Director Yang paused for a moment.

After a moment, he smiled.

"You don't become fat overnight. Surpassing them isn't something that happens in a day or two either. Don't push yourself too hard."

He patted Li Jianguo on the shoulder.

"Okay, let's talk about something happier."

"You've achieved so much, haven't you thought about asking for any reward?"

Li Jianguo blinked.

"It's just money and tickets, I don't lack them."

He wasn't particularly obsessed with the reward.

The things I get from signing in every morning are already more than enough.

I don't really care much about material things.

"I know you're not short of money. But we can't refuse to give it to you."

Factory Director Yang laughed.

"And this time, your reward isn't just money and tickets. There's something else you'll definitely like."

This mysterious demeanor really piqued Li Jianguo's curiosity.

"Factory manager, stop keeping me in suspense and tell me quickly."

"Okay, okay."

Factory Director Yang smiled and took out a form.

"This is the result of our discussions. You can take the things for now; we'll just mention it briefly at the commendation meeting."

Li Jianguo was still happy to receive a reward.

Even if nothing in here can compare to what he used in later generations.

But this is for him.

It acknowledges his honor.

No wonder people love medals.

It feels really good to be recognized like that.

"In recognition of your outstanding contributions to this automobile manufacturing, on behalf of the nation and the steel mill, I hereby award you a bonus of one hundred yuan, as well as a number of grain coupons, sugar coupons, and industrial coupons."

At this point, Director Yang paused.

The previous ones were all normal, roughly the same each time, just varying in quantity.

The main event is behind.