Chapter 77: This Siheyuan must be assigned to Worker Lin immediately!

Upon hearing Yang Changzhang say that the Hongxing Rolling Steel Factory's housing was relatively tight, the Great Leader immediately interrupted:

"So you mean the Siheyuan isn't occupied by just him?"

"Do the leaders of your factory live together?"

The Great Leader had already guessed that the Siheyuan was not occupied solely by Lin Shengli.

However, if he were living together with the leaders of the Hongxing Rolling Steel Factory, that wouldn't be too big a problem.

Yang Changzhang gave an embarrassed laugh and said:

"Well, Great Leader, it's like this; initially we also didn't consider things thoroughly."

The Great Leader frowned: "Just say it straight."

"Don't beat around the bush."

Yang Changzhang: "Great Leader, it's like this; Worker Lin currently lives in a three-entry, three-exit Siheyuan, with dozens of households."

"Most of these households are workers and family members of our Ya gang chang."

The Great Leader widened his eyes, looking incredulous as he questioned:

"What did you say?"

"You're letting Worker Lin live in a big communal courtyard?"

The Great Leader had thought Lin Shengli was living together with the leaders of the Ya gang chang in a Siheyuan.

Who knew he was living in a big communal courtyard.

This really caught him off guard.

Lin Shengli is certainly no ordinary talent.

Now is precisely the time when the nation is vigorously constructing, and from time to time enemy agents pop up.

How could we allow someone like Lin Shengli, such a talent, to live in a big communal courtyard?

Yang Changzhang swallowed saliva and nodded.

The Great Leader is usually amiable and approachable; Yang Changzhang had never seen the Great Leader lose his temper before.

This time he was also frightened.

The Great Leader pointed at Yang Changzhang, raised his voice: "How outrageous! How outrageous!"

"Little Yang, what should I say to you?"

"What our country needs most right now is talent like Worker Lin."

"He must be given preferential treatment, understand?"

"Even if you are the factory leaders, even if you lack housing, you must ensure he has a safe place to live."

"Letting him live in a big communal courtyard—what were you thinking?"

"Someone of his caliber could be called a national treasure without exaggeration."

"You actually let a national treasure live in a big communal courtyard?"

"I can't believe you thought of that."

"The drawings he has made and the plans he has produced are all state secrets, you know that?"

"If they were lost or he suffered any bodily harm, could you bear that responsibility?"

Yang Changzhang nodded repeatedly, apologetically saying: "Yes, yes, yes, it's all my fault."

"I'll arrange it right away."

Great Leader: "How do you plan to arrange it?"

Yang Changzhang: "Our Ya gang chang still has a two-entry Siheyuan."

"However, it's being used as a warehouse."

"I will promptly arrange for people to clean it up."

Great Leader: "Good, this Siheyuan will be assigned to Worker Lin immediately."

"We can't let unrelated people live with him anymore."

"Also, security work must be done well."

"If even a single hair is harmed on Worker Lin, I will hold you accountable."

Yang Changzhang nodded like a pecking chicken, saying: "Yes, yes, yes."

More than half an hour later.

The Great Leader met with Lin Shengli in Yang Changzhang's office.

"Worker Lin, can the materials and parts for assembling the Step Bottom Furnace be fully domestically produced?"

As soon as Lin Shengli sat down, the Great Leader asked:

"It's possible, but some materials and parts are hard to find, and previous output has been low."

"I think, given our country's current technical conditions, increasing output is still feasible."

"As long as the relevant factories are willing to cooperate."

"They must cooperate; you can rest assured on that point."

"You just need to list the materials and parts that need increased output."

"The rest can be left entirely to Yang Changzhang."

"You just focus on researching new equipment."

"With the Great Leader's words, I feel reassured."

The Great Leader smiled, took a sip of water, and asked:

"How long will the Step Bottom Furnace take to be put into operation?"

Lin Shengli: "Two days."

Great Leader thought for a moment, then asked: "Lin Engineer, if we build a factory dedicated to manufacturing and assembling step-type heating furnaces, do you think it's feasible?"

Lin Shengli: "If funding is sufficient, then it is feasible."

"However, to be safer, I'd like to first try assembling the other two types of step-type heating furnaces."

"If successful, we should immediately apply for a patent."

"After that, we can consider building the factory."

"This is the safest approach."

"Because if the assembly of the other two types fails, or if any problems arise, we won't be able to assemble them for the time being."

"Then the timing for building the factory is not yet ripe."

"If we only assemble the step bottom furnace, we can do it in our factory."

Great Leader thought a moment, looked at Factory Director Yang, and asked:

"Little Yang, what do you think?"

Factory Director Yang: "I think it's feasible."

"I believe Lin Engineer has certainly given this careful thought."

"In this regard, he is the most professional."

Although Factory Director Yang wanted Lin Shengli to stay at Hongxing Rolling Steel Factory to build his performance.

"However, since it concerns the nation's construction, this is the bigger picture, and he still has to comply."

Great Leader: "Alright, then it's settled."

"Lin Engineer, if we build the factory, you will be the factory director, fully responsible."

"Whatever talent, materials, and equipment you need, just speak up."

"Remember, the motherland is your strongest backing."

Lin Shengli: "Thank you, Great Leader."

"Then after a few days, once I finish the plan and application documents, I'll submit them for your review."

Great Leader: "Good, keep it up."

"I have high hopes for you."

"If you encounter any difficulties, you can call me anytime."

"By the way, regarding the patent application for the step-type bottom furnace, I will arrange someone to handle it."

"Afterwards, I will arrange a celebration banquet for you."

Lin Shengli: "Okay."

"Thank you, Great Leader."

Great Leader: "Lin Engineer, do you have any requests at the moment?"

Lin Shengli thought for a moment, shook his head, and said:

"Not for now."

Great Leader then asked: "What about difficulties?"

Lin Shengli: "Also none for now."

Great Leader: "Alright, let's leave it at that for now."

As he spoke, Great Leader stood up.

Factory Director Yang and Lin Sheng also stood up.

Great Leader walked up to Lin Shengli, lightly patted his shoulder, then grasped his hand, and said:

"Keep it up."

"I still have some matters to attend to, so I can't have lunch with you today."

Factory Director Yang: "No, Great Leader, didn't we already agree on that?"

"I've already had people making preparations."

Great Leader: "Preparations are made, you go ahead and eat; with so many leaders from sister units present, we must entertain them well."

"Just now the secretary told me I need to go back to handle some matters."

Factory Director Yang: "Then that's fine."

Great Leader looked at Lin Shengli and said: "Lin Engineer, next time, whenever you have free time, I'd like to invite you to my home for a visit; would you do me the honor?"

Lin Shengli: "Thank you, Great Leader."

"Since the Great Leader has spoken, I dare not disobey."

Great Leader nodded: "From now on, don't be so polite with me."

Lin Shengli: "Yes."