Chapter 431: He Yuzhu Has a Son

He Yuzhu nodded and said solemnly, "I understand. Actually, I haven't studied steelmaking technology very deeply, but since you and the organization trust me and have entrusted this task to me, I will definitely do my best to do it well... Actually, the biggest bottleneck right now is not the steelmaking technology, but finding high-grade iron ore."

Secretary Liu nodded, "Many of the iron mines our country has already explored do indeed have low iron content. Our special steel factory can only rely on the Baiyun Obo Iron Mine in Inner Mongolia."

He Yuzhu thought for a moment and said, "Actually, we don't necessarily have to be rigid about transporting iron ore to the Red Star Rolling Mill for smelting. We could also try building steel factories where the mines are located, and finally, bring it here for precision processing. I once read an introduction saying that in 1940, the engineer Tang Kecheng of Chuankang Copper Industry discovered the Daomakan Mining Area while passing through Panzhihua and drew a geological map. We could go there..."

Upon hearing this, a flash of surprise crossed Secretary Liu's eyes.

Since taking office, he had also been cramming a lot of information about mineral resources, but he had never noticed the place called Panzhihua.

"I must make a trip there when I have time!" Secretary Liu said.

If he remembered correctly, in his previous life, this mining area wouldn't be explored by anyone until after 1955. He Yuzhu's reminder could at least advance the exploration of this iron mine by two years.

In this life, it was still possible; he did not want the "Great Steelmaking" movement to appear.

Secretary Liu immediately took a pen and noted it down in his notebook: "I will immediately send people to organize a capable geological survey team to focus on a systematic investigation of Panzhihua and the surrounding areas! If there really is a large-scale rich iron mine, the significance would be too great!"

"If possible, the sooner the better! You can also keep an eye on the Shandong Yucheng area. I have also checked relevant materials and it says there might be rich iron ore there too."

"Good, I will send people down as soon as possible." Secretary Liu put down his pen, picked up a contract from the table, and said, "Zhuzi, the Soviet Union has ordered 50 computers from us. The total value of the contract is about 25 million US dollars. How long will it take you to make them?"

He Yuzhu thought for a moment and said, "If the freshman classes at Huaqing University are taught by the Squad Leader Wang Zhigang, and I lead the students to do it myself, we can make 6 units in a month, and finish them all in nine months."

Secretary Liu said, "That's great! With this goose that lays golden eggs, our lives will be much easier."

He Yuzhu came out of Secretary Liu's office and did not return directly to the Siheyuan, but went to the Liushi Trading Company instead.

Seeing He Yuzhu arrive, a smile immediately appeared on Shen Yan's face. She pulled open a drawer and took out a thick letter to hand over.

He Yuzhu took the letter and carefully pulled out the photograph.

In the photo, the infant in swaddling clothes had its eyes closed, its cheeks were rosy, and it was sleeping soundly.

After looking at it for a long while, he handed the photo to Shen Yan and said, "My son. Your cousin calls him He Mu. You Shen family members are really interesting; Liu Rusi didn't even tell you about the child."

Shen Yan smiled, "My cousin doesn't have a good impression of the Shen family. I'm considered the one closest to her, and she still doesn't tell me about her private affairs. Congratulations!"

He Yuzhu chatted briefly with Shen Yan about the company's recent situation, then rose to take his leave.

As soon as he stepped into the No. 95 Siheyuan, a wave of noisy heat rushed toward him.

The Zhongyuan was brightly lit; it turned out the Jia Family was holding a full-month celebration.

He Yuzhu had just wanted to return to the East Cross Courtyard when he was grabbed by He Yushui.

"Brother! Do me another favor! There's another singing competition on October 1st. This time, I want to win a prize! Get me a new song, one that's especially good and especially different!"

"No problem! I'll give you two songs tomorrow, you can choose for yourself."

"That's great!" He Yushui said happily.

With the financial support of Zhao Si, Jia Dongxu was very generous and set up five tables for the full-month celebration.

Because the weather was hot, the tables were all set in the open space of the Zhongyuan, with the main table in the center.

Zhao Si sat at the head, and He Daqing, Yi Zhonghai, Yan Bugui, and Liu Haizhong—several people of status in the courtyard—sat around him.

Zhao Si even specifically pulled He Yuzhu to this table. He Yuzhu repeatedly declined, "Last time I attended Second Uncle's wedding, someone said fathers and sons shouldn't sit at the same table. I'll sit at the table with those children!"

"Zhuzi, today we don't talk about seniority, we talk about contribution! If it weren't for you, Yingzi would have lost her life. You must sit at this table!" Zhao Si said.

After some back-and-forth, He Yuzhu couldn't refuse and had to sit at this table.

After three rounds of drinks, the final dishes were served.

Liu Haizhong, with a glowing face, raised a glass of wine and raised his voice very high, "When I heard that Zhuzi had become the Deputy Chief Engineer of the Red Star Rolling Mill, my heart was so happy! In our courtyard, we finally have a person who can speak up at the factory and support us all!"

He Yuzhu hurriedly explained, "Second Uncle, I'm just in a technical position; I don't have any real power. If there's really something, you still have to find my dad." As he spoke, he glanced at He Daqing from the corner of his eye.

He Daqing glared at his son upon hearing this and scolded with a laugh, "You little brat, you make it sound like your old man has so much power! I'm just in logistics, managing everyone's food, drink, and bathroom business. What power do I have?"

He Yuzhu asked, "A while ago, didn't you say Lao Yang was always giving you trouble? Why did he bring you along when he transferred posts?"

"Isn't it because he saw me using a Computer to manage the Warehouse? He thought I had skills. Actually, I only know a little bit, but that old guy Lao Yang doesn't know how, so he just found it novel and thought I was a treasure!" After finishing, he chuckled to himself.

At this time, Yi Zhonghai raised his glass and said, "Daqing, Zhuzi, I heard the factory is recruiting quite a few people this time? Do you have any... work quotas on hand? If it needs to be greased, we are willing to pay where money needs to be spent."

He Daqing put away his smile and asked sternly, "Lao Yi, who do you want to get a quota for?"

Yi Zhonghai sighed, "I have a few cousins back home. They wrote a letter a few days ago saying life in the countryside is hard, and they want to come to Si Jiu Cheng to find a way to survive. As their big brother, I want to help them out where I can."

"This matter, I'm afraid it's hard to handle." He Daqing shook his head, "Lao Yang has put his foot down this time: recruitment only recognizes two things: technical qualifications and physical health. Those who qualify are welcome with open doors, and we won't take a penny. Those who don't qualify, even if the Heavenly King himself pleads for them, it won't work. The screening is especially strict this time."

This requirement was actually suggested by He Yuzhu to Secretary Liu, and then Secretary Liu gave the strict order to Factory Director Yang, all to prevent a rabble and ensure the quality of the workers.

He Yuzhu also immediately chimed in, "First Uncle, this recruitment is indeed different. As long as the person is qualified, they will definitely be able to get in. But wanting to buy a job with money, that path absolutely won't work this time. The factory wants people who can actually work."

Liu Haizhong had been listening with his ears pricked up. After hearing this, he walked to He Yuzhu's side and said, "Zhuzi, I also heard that you are not only the Deputy Chief Engineer but also concurrently the Factory Director of the automobile branch factory. Do you still need people there? My technical skills are also among the best in the workshop. As long as you give me a Group Leader position, I guarantee I'll bring you a team of capable people!"

He Yuzhu knew that Liu Haizhong was obsessed with being an official, and his technical level seemed decent. He pondered for a moment and said sincerely, "Second Uncle, right now, we haven't even fully set up the production lines, so we don't have a use for an expert like you yet. When we actually start building cars, if you really want to come, we can discuss it in detail then. How about that?"

Liu Haizhong heard this, and although he was a bit disappointed, the words "discuss in detail in the future" made him feel there was hope. He smiled sheepishly, "Fine, fine! Just having your word is enough! Don't forget your Second Uncle when the time comes!"