Chapter 377: Yang Qing Changes the World

Just as Yang Qing and Yang Rong were discussing matters.

The discussion content between Yang Qing and Yang Lin Huangshanhe has already been reported to the Import-Export Company and the External Liaison Department.

Yang Qing's words caused a great stir here.

They focused solely on domestic development, and they really knew too little about international economic affairs.

Yang Qing's words revealed a harsh truth to them: they are becoming decoupled from the international economy.

Although the blockade is currently the main theme, it does not affect us much.

But what Yang Qing said is correct; we cannot remain forever separated from the international economy, otherwise we would effectively be closing ourselves off.

They are all too aware of how great the dangers of closing the country are.

The lessons from a century of blood and tears have sunk deep into the marrow.

So, they must make some arrangements.

Originally, Huarrun was a very good choice, but after Yang Qing's reminder, Huarrun seemed less suitable.

The identity is too awkward.

Moreover, Gangdao is indeed executing a colonial strategy.

If they follow the past, they would indeed be playing into others' hands.

That would make them national sinners.

In that case, Yang Qing's value increases.

Thus, the attitude toward Yang Qing must also change.

Afterward, they transmitted the matter overnight to the central authority.

Because the matter is relatively sensitive, the central authority held a small-scale discussion.

Someone sighed.

"We have driven away a talent."

That sentence caused the hall to fall silent instantly.

It was they who initially released Yang Qing, this catfish, and later they tacitly suppressed him.

In the end, the person ran away.

The current central authority is quite conflicted.

On one hand, Yang Qing's deeds are effective; on the other hand, his series of actions are breaking the established process.

For example, Qinjiacun's rapid enrichment has led many villages to learn from it, but the villages' development is now seizing a portion of industrial raw materials.

This is unfavorable to the current industrial development.

A small amount they can tolerate, but a large-scale appearance is absolutely unacceptable.

This will disrupt the established industrial development route.

(Here I need to explain: the ten-year period did have an impact on industry, but not as great as the rumors claim. Our industrial process did not break; by 1975 we completed industrialization, becoming a fully industrialized nation across all sectors. This is the foundation of reform and opening up, enabling our present life, and the instructor's contribution accounts for at least fifty percent.)

(The ten-year period certainly had mistakes, which need not be denied, but it was also necessary, as seen from Lin's defection to the Soviet Union; in an era when a nationwide war could break out at any moment, the importance of ideological unity was paramount, and any caution was not excessive.)

(Moreover, under such pressure, even if we later generations fully understood the situation, if you were placed in that position, could you really do better?)

(Under the conditions where a third world war and full-scale nuclear war could break out at any moment, what would you do?)

(Are you certain that nothing could possibly happen?)

(Although the instructor put forth the strategy of 'swap homes and mutual destruction,' frightening the two giants, can war truly be decided rationally?)

"Even if he leaves, he's still our child, eh; he carries our blood."

"Moreover, he still has a heart that belongs to us."

"Don't forget his published articles; although they may have the suspicion of flattery, without deep research one could not say those things."

"Rather than looking for someone else who lacks this awareness, it's better to let him come."

"Let him go and see; perhaps he will bring us more surprises."

This almost amounts to setting the tone.

They have found a loophole, so they must make preparations.

And Yang Qing is this preparation.

"Then let's discuss the issue of spokespersons below."

"Yang Qing suggests we give those people an opportunity."

"What do you all think?"

These people's identities are rather awkward, and they are also a headache for them now.

Especially since some of them are still restless, they further exploit their connections to vie for rights.

Generally speaking, this is not blameworthy, considered a minor issue, but now the domestic front faces ever-growing international challenges.

Yingjiang has reached the south, and the bear eyes the north covetously.

In such a grave situation, you still dabble here and there, and moreover, some high-level people have wavering positions and sympathize with them.

This can be called internal troubles and external threats.

"I believe some patriotic businessmen can be won over."

"Rather than letting them idle domestically, dabbling here and there, it's better to give them an opportunity."

"Let them make use of their specialties."

"Of course, gold and silver must be retained."

(Why not let individuals hold gold and silver? Because at that time the currency was still gold-backed; gold and silver served as reserves, and without sufficient gold and silver, large-scale currency issuance was impossible.)

(Moreover, due to insufficient foreign exchange, many important goods must be settled in gold and silver.)

(At that time, privately hoarding gold and silver was inherently a crime; severe cases often resulted in execution, and without strict laws, gold and silver stability could not be guaranteed.)

(Lou Banche could escape completely unharmed; at that time, it was already an extraordinary favor.)

In the end, this matter was also settled.

Now public sentiment hasn't risen yet, so tolerance is high.

After another year, whoever says it will die.

Chen Hong still didn't know what had happened; she had already made up her mind to raise the child alone.

Without Yang Qing, she clearly felt the pressure of life.

There are three children to take care of at home, and an elderly lady whose mental state has been getting worse lately.

Adding Qin Huairu's flight, Jia Ling and Jia Xiao Fei, who were forcibly thrown over by Jia Zhangshi, were added.

She was feeling a bit drained.

Fortunately, her friend Lou Xiao'e was still reliable, always helping her share the pressure.

Yi Da Ma also took care of Jia Ling and Jia Xiao Fei here.

After Yang Qing left, another incident occurred: when Liu Guangtian learned that Liu Hai Zhong had sold Yang Qing to become director, he directly got into a fight with Liu Hai Zhong.

(This section could have been written for several chapters, but it's boring, so it's omitted here.)

Although he hadn't hit Liu Hai Zhong, the fact that a son hit his father completely shattered Er Da Ye's reputation.

Now Liu Guangtian is still in a cold war with Liu Hai Zhong.

Regarding Liu Guangtian's behavior, Chen Hong was moved, but couldn't help scolding him.

"Do you know how serious it is for a son to hit his father? Are you still acting like a person?"

"How will you ever marry a wife in the future?"

"Are you stupid?"

Liu Guangtian was scolded by Chen Hong like a dog, yet he kept his head low without any reaction.

Anyway, you scold yours, I'll hit mine.

Unable to educate Liu Guangtian, Chen Hong had no choice but to go door-to-door begging people.

Begging people not to spread the matter.

To beg people, one must give gifts; the Yang family's vegetable garden and orchard were completely cleared out.

Some more money was also put in.

Chen Hong's conduct earned the respect of many people.

Also understood why Liu Guangtian had to protect Yang Qing so much.

This damn thing is more caring than one's own parents and brothers.

After this, fewer people spoke ill of Liu Guangtian, while more people mocked Er Da Ye.

A son hitting his father—what's the deal? Who made the father not human?

Li Da Xiong was especially active; upon encountering Er Da Ye on the road, he would spit and curse, calling him a dog thing.

Er Da Ye's reputation had plummeted; he could only shrink his tail and behave.

One could say he was pleased in the factory but disgruntled in the courtyard.