A suffocating story

  Wang Zhengyu said a bit more, but he was just answering Qian Xiaohua's question. So he never thought that his words would actually move Zhang Huaqing and Liu Hongwei.

  Although Wang Zhengyu was not familiar with these two people, just from Xu Yihong's description of Qian Xiaohua's team as "technology freaks", he could judge that those who can stay and work in this IT lab must be no ordinary people. Moreover, the two men seemed to be Qian Xiaohua's most trusted assistants.

  Tian Shu Technology was just short of people, and last night before going to bed, he was still thinking about expanding the company's technical department. So when he heard the two men talking, Wang Zhengyu's heart was truly overjoyed, but this was on someone else's turf, and the two who wanted to jump ship were still the left and right arms of Qian Gong across from him. It would be very unkind to agree hastily.

  Let's get back to the point, are these two really so full of themselves with their technical skills? Can't they show some human feelings and social courtesy? Shouldn't this kind of thing be discussed in private? Who cries and shouts about wanting to quit in front of their own boss?

  So Wang Zhengyu didn't respond, he just awkwardly looked at Qian Xiaohua who was sitting opposite him with an air of indifference.

  Qian Xiaohua looked at Wang Zhengyu's eyes and couldn't help but smile: "Director Wang, don't look at me, I'm not in charge of these two guys now. To be honest with you, this morning I have submitted a report to the higher-ups to resign as the leader of the autonomous system development group. They are both people I brought over for the development of this system and haven't been in contact with anything confidential. So if they really want to join Director Wang's company, I don't have any opinion."

  Wang Zhengyu heard this and immediately expressed: "To be honest with everyone, our Tienshuo Technology has just started, it's the most short-handed time, if you two are really willing to come to our Jiang City, we welcome you very much!"

  Wang Zhengyu finished speaking, and Qian Xiaohua immediately turned serious, turning to face the two of them and saying: "Did you hear what President Wang just said? There's plenty of time to spend with President Wang later. Now go do what you need to do! Don't stay here being a nuisance."

  After being with Qian Xiaohua for a long time, the two naturally knew that this was Qian Gong's rhythm to talk about serious business with guests. He immediately stood up and just before Liu Hongwei left, he said with a smile: "Okay, Qian Gong, you said you wouldn't keep me here, I'll go pack my bags if there's nothing else! By the way, Wang Zong, can your company take care of food and accommodation?"

  "Don't worry, food and lodging are all taken care of!"

  "Alright, hurry up and roll!" Qian Xiaohua said with feigned anger.

  The two went out, and Xu Yihong joked with Wang Zhengyu: "Congratulations, Brother Wang! You've recruited two great generals! Haha, don't look at Qian Gong's flattering words now, I'm sure he's already regretting it to death in his heart!"

  Qian Xiaohua smiled and said, "I'm not regretful to the point of death, but it's true that I'm reluctant to part with them. Since we've come this far, let me add one more thing - both of them have their own strengths, and in their respective fields, they are among the best in Huaxia. So, Mr. Wang, don't treat them unfairly!"

  "Don't worry, Qian Gong, Tian Shu Technology will never mistreat any talent, let alone someone as capable as Liu Gong and Zhang Gong!" Wang Zhengyu said immediately.

  Qian Xiaohua nodded and paused for a moment before speaking again: "Actually, I had already guessed the purpose of President Xu handing over this operating system to me for testing. Today's conversation with Wang Lao also confirmed my speculation. To be honest, if it weren't for my position being related to some confidential matters, I would have gone to Wang Lao's company to witness the birth of our new generation operating system. So, Wang Lao, rest assured, I will submit a report and truthfully reflect the performance of this Longdun system! As for other things, I don't dare guarantee, but as long as your pricing is not too outrageous, it's certain that all military computers will use this system! Please send me a quote sheet later!"

  Wang Zhengyu was slightly excited and had been waiting for a long time, so he eagerly thanked him: "Then thank you, Master Qian!"

  Qian Xiaohua waved his hand and said, "Don't thank me. If your software wasn't excellent, I wouldn't have written this report. As for the Huaxia government, I'll try my best to speak up for you. However, I suggest you create some buzz in the near future, such as holding a product launch conference. After all, this is a truly domestically-made system, although it's not complete, its security is enough to make up for its flaws!"

  "So we not only need to hold a product launch conference, since Qian Gong has said that the Long Shield system's security is unparalleled, we can invite heroes from all over the world to test the system's security at the conference. Those who can break through the system will be rewarded with a large sum of money, and in one move, make the name of Long Shield system known!" Xu Yanhong added immediately after hearing Qian Xiaohua's suggestion.

  "Ah, that's indeed feasible!" Qian Xiaohua nodded, "In that case, when I help you guys fight for the order later on, it'll be more convincing."

  "Wang Lao Di is not familiar with Beijing and doesn't know any influential media, so I'll help you prepare for this press conference. Let's set it for the day after tomorrow!" Xǔ Yàn Hóng continued to say.

  You said a word, I said a word, and basically everything was settled, which made Wang Zhengyu so grateful that he couldn't speak. To know if he were to handle all this himself, with no experience at all, he really wouldn't have known where to start.

  "Really want to thank Qian Gong and Xu Zong so much!" Wang Zhengyu sincerely thanked again.

  "Don't be in a hurry to thank me, listen to the story I'm about to tell you first, it's true. I think you should know that our government recently excluded Microsoft's Win8 from the bidding for operating systems?" Qian Xiaohua suddenly changed the subject and asked.

  Wang Zhengyu nodded, this matter was boiling on the internet at that time, how could such a netizen not know?

  Qian Xiaohua continued: "But what you don't know is that at the time, our commercial department spokesperson announced this decision at a press conference, and when it came to the Q&A session with reporters, when he pointed to a reporter from The New York Times of Country M, he stood up and asked, 'What else can you use if not Microsoft?' Hearing this, don't you think it's embarrassing?"

  Qian Xiaohua paused here, looking exceptionally desolate.

  When Wang Zhengyu heard Qian Xiaohua reveal this secret, he immediately felt a wave of anger. This was a complete slap in the face! Did the Huaxia government need a foreigner like you to tell them what to procure and what not to procure?

  So Wang Zhengyu immediately became indignant and asked: "How did that spokesperson answer at the time?"

  "What do you think he can say in response?" Qian Xiaohua asked back.

  Wang Zhengyu was silent.

  Indeed, even if others asked this question, how could they respond? From now on, the whole country will boycott Microsoft's Windows? Don't be ridiculous. Hardware manufacturers' drivers are developed for Windows, and 90% of applications on the market are also developed for Microsoft's Windows, why should we boycott Microsoft? We can only suffer in silence!

  "Is this true?" Wang Zhengyu couldn't help but ask.

  "It's really true! I have the live recording of that time right here, if you don't believe me, wait a minute and I'll copy it for you!" Qian Xiaohua patted the computer on his office desk.

  Wang Zhengyu fell silent. Although it had nothing to do with him, he still felt a sense of humiliation for no reason, or perhaps every Chinese person would have the same feeling after hearing about this incident.

  Qian Xiaohua smiled helplessly and continued, "I know what you're thinking in your heart. Yes, this is a slap in the face, but I think it's not the Ministry of Commerce's face that was slapped, nor is it the face of that spokesperson. It's our technical people's faces! To be honest, since becoming the leader of this autonomous system R&D team, I've been working hard, but unfortunately, our achievements are still inferior to yours, Wang Laoxiong! I'm ashamed!"

  "Qian Gong was too modest!" Wang Zhengyu said with a heavy tone, he could feel Qian Xiaohua's inner disappointment at this moment.

  "I'm not being humble, it's a fact! So, Wang, if you really want to thank me, then take the money your Tian Shu Technology has earned and use it to develop our own system, as you said. Work hard on the technology and try to create our own 3D system in our generation! When that happens, I'll be the one thanking you!" Qian Xiaohua stared into Wang Zhengyu's eyes and said solemnly.

  "Don't worry, Qian Gong, I guarantee it to you here! You will definitely see this system made with our own hands!" Wang Zhengyu solemnly promised.

  ……

  Wang Zhengyu was never an angry youth, but when he left Huaxia Network Center, his mood was very stifled.

  In fact, he should be happy, not only successfully promoting the Dragon Shield system, but also unexpectedly joined by two generals Liu Hongwei and Zhang Huaqing.

  After hearing Qian Xiaohua's story, Wang Zhengyu couldn't get excited.

  He specifically copied this video onto his own computer and has already watched it once.

  If Qian Xiaohua's calm description only made Wang Zhengyu feel angry, then the M-country reporter in the video who raised this question with a high and mighty attitude, undisguised disdain, and a tone of contempt, deeply stimulated the young man in his passionate youth.

  Wang Zhengyu suddenly felt a strong sense of irony. This country, on the one hand, has been hyping up the "China threat theory" and flattering China in various ways, while on the other hand, it has been trying every means to suppress China's development; yet, at the same time, it puts on an air of superiority, looking down on you... What the hell does this mean?

  Wang Zhengyu was very unhappy and didn't say a word all the way. Until Xu Yihong spoke up first.

  "It seems Qian Gong really has high hopes for you!"

  "What did you say?"

  "This is such a shameful thing. We all received the notice to block this video from the entire network, but he took the initiative to copy it and give it to you. Can you tell me why?" asked Yu Yanhong.

  Wang Zhengyu didn't say a word, he just suddenly felt that the burden on his shoulders seemed heavier.

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