Chapter 16: An Uncle's Request

Liang Faming saw Chief Engineer Chen and two deputy section chiefs walking into Office 203 in the corridor. Seeing such a big scene, he knew something must be going on, so he quietly walked over and listened at the door.

When Lao Liang heard it at the door, he was excited.

Although Lao Liang's ability is average, he has been engaged in technical work for decades and has some experience. He knew as soon as he heard that this thing called "thermocouple" is a good thing that can produce results. Even the thing called "return air furnace" can be a highlight if it is operated well.

Let’s look at how General Manager Chen brought two deputy section chiefs to personally deploy these two matters. One was led by a deputy section chief, and the other was even more amazing. Old Chen was in charge personally. It was clear that the department must attach great importance to this matter.

As for the fact that the person in charge was a new young man? But he was a full-time undergraduate from PBC College. According to Lao Chen, both projects were initiated by this young man.

Besides, even if this young man was taken care of by Mr. Chen and brought in for gilding, how could the project that could be used to gild someone be bad?

Seeing that the candidates for the "thermocouple" project were about to be decided in a few words, Lao Liang no longer cared about being reserved and hurriedly asked for the job at the door.

When Chief Engineer Chen heard someone speaking, he turned around and saw, oh, it was Lao Liang.

Mr. Chen had a good impression of this hardworking old man. He smiled and said to Lao Liang, "Lao Liang, you are already an engineer. Why are you joining in the fun? This project only needs technicians. It would be a waste of your talent if you come here."

When Lao Liang heard this, he couldn't give up. What did it mean that the non-core personnel only needed technicians? It meant that the project was very promising and didn't require very high-level talents to complete it.

Although he didn't know where Corey got such great confidence in the newcomer Gao Zhendong, Liang Faming was even more certain of this matter. He was capable and declared eagerly: "Then just treat me as a technician. Mr. Chen, you know, I don't have any great abilities, but I have never caused any trouble."

When Chief Engineer Chen heard this, he thought about it quickly in his mind.

Lao Liang is just like what he said, he listens to orders, doesn't fight for things, has good execution, although his ability is not good, but he is experienced. According to Mr. Chen's own evaluation, Gao Zhendong is basically enough for this project, and there is no need to waste too many capable people. In fact, other people can't help much in the most important things. This is why he agreed to Gao Zhendong to only have 3 technicians.

Now that there is an experienced old engineer who is willing to volunteer and bring technicians to help, the work can be carried out better and faster. Moreover, it is also a good thing for Gao Zhendong to have an engineer who obeys orders and supports him.

However, Chief Engineer Chen decided not to say anything and left the favor to Gao Zhendong. At the same time, it would also further enhance Gao Zhendong's image in front of others.

This master is so heartwarming, he even has second degree burns on his back.

After making up his mind, Chief Engineer Chen pretended to be embarrassed and said, "Lao Liang, this project was researched and initiated by Gao Zhendong, and he is also the person in charge. What do you think?"

Although Lao Liang is honest, he is not stupid. As soon as he saw the configuration of this research group, he knew everything. General Manager Chen set the stage, and Deputy Section Chief Wu raised the airs, all of which were in favor of this young man. He immediately turned to Gao Zhendong and said, "Deputy Team Leader Gao, don't worry, I will do whatever you tell me to do at work, and I will definitely do my best to complete the tasks assigned by the team. I have enough experience, and I can help you, which will save you a lot of trouble."

Who the hell said that Lao Liang was honest? The research group hasn't been officially established yet, but Gao has been appointed as deputy group leader. If Lao Chen hadn't been here, he would probably have even saved the word "deputy".

Gao Zhendong was watching from the side, and he actually understood it very well. From a work perspective, his considerations were the same as Chief Engineer Chen's. Lao Liang could indeed improve work efficiency. From a human perspective, judging from what Chief Engineer Chen meant, what this person said was not wrong and should be useful.

Moreover, Gao Zhendong had heard people talk about Lao Liang's situation. Since he had helped him once, he thought that Lao Liang would be more supportive of his work in other aspects in the future.

Gao Zhendong didn't act pretentiously and immediately reached out his hand to shake Liang Faming's hand enthusiastically: "Oh, with a veteran like you willing to take action, I will have more confidence to complete this project."

Liang Faming stretched out his hands and held Gao Zhendong's hands: "Thank you! Thank you!" At this point, everyone else understood that this project was a hot commodity, but it was a pity that the reaction was slow and the pits were filled.

President Chen was very satisfied with Gao Zhendong's improvisation and decision-making. He waved his hand with satisfaction and said, "Then our thermocouple research project team is officially established. I hope it will be successful soon!"

He reached out and patted Gao Zhendong on the shoulder: "Zhendong, come on, don't lose face for your master, haha."

When these words were spoken, everyone else had different looks. Was he going to directly bring him under his command without hiding it?
Gao Zhendong looked at Mr. Chen, his eyes probably meant: "Can you say that?"

Mr. Chen had a broad smile on his face, and his expression showed the open-minded attitude of "What's there to be afraid of? We have the old leading the new, and this is a fine tradition. There's nothing we can't talk about."

Gao Zhendong stood at attention: "Make sure to complete the mission!!"
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After dinner, in the courtyard, Gao Zhendong carried two cans of malted milk and walked towards Yi Zhonghai's house in the middle courtyard.

Carrying some things has nothing to do with finding Yi Zhonghai to participate in the work of thermocouples. The main reason is that it is the first time to visit, and the two are people who are considered elders, so bringing some things is a courtesy.

Gao Zhendong has no shortage of these, in particular. When you have excess resources in a certain area, you must know how to make them become your aids rather than shackles.

After knocking on the door and entering the room, Yi Zhonghai was very enthusiastic: "Zhendong, you are a rare guest, please sit down." Then he asked the aunt to pour some water.

Gao Zhendong sat down and said, "Master Yi, I just started working a while ago and was very busy. I didn't have time to come and see you. I'm here today. This is my first time here, so I don't have anything good to offer. Here are these two bottles of malted milk for you two to replenish your bodies."

Yi Zhonghai has been watching all this for some time. This young man has been very busy since he joined the factory. He brings a lot of information home every day. Even though he is so busy, he still takes time to visit the old lady in the backyard. This young man is really hardworking and a really good person. He is polite and generous.

"Hey, you see, we're all from the same courtyard, you just need to come, why would you bring anything?"

The two chatted for a while, and Gao Zhendong started to talk about business: "Master Yi, today I came here not only to see you two, but also to ask for your help with something at the factory."

Then he talked about the thermocouple research team, and then said: "Master Yi, I came here today to formally invite you to join this project team and be responsible for the machining and assembly of this equipment during the research process. You are an experienced eighth-level fitter. I feel relieved to have you take charge of such an important matter. Don't worry about the procedures. Chief Engineer Chen will handle the borrowing procedures during this period. At the same time, the project team will also have a certain amount of financial subsidies."

Although Yi Zhonghai was a worker, he was an experienced eighth-level fitter. He knew that this was a great thing and that he would be proud if he joined. Although he was important, he was not indispensable. Gao Zhendong asked him to do a better job and to take care of his neighbors.

Yi Zhonghai did not refuse. The young man had done something good to give him face. Thinking about himself, he could not take advantage of his age and act like a big shot. He immediately agreed: "Oh, Zhendong, you think highly of me, an old man, and I will participate in such an important work. No doubt, I will participate."

Gao Zhendong was very happy: "That's great, Master Yi. On behalf of the research team, I welcome your participation."

Yi Zhonghai thought for a moment and then spoke again: "Zhendong, I have a small request, can you help me?"

Gao Zhendong smiled and said, "Master Yi, if you say I can do it, I will do it. If I can't do it, I will tell you directly. I will never leave you hanging in the air to make you uncomfortable."

Yi Zhonghai said with a bit of embarrassment: "Can you see if you can put my apprentice, Jia Dongxu from across the street, into the project team?"

(End of this chapter)