Scholars in the courtyard.

Chapter 2514 Don't get too involved, don't get too close
After leaving the meeting room, Yang Xiaotao was still thinking about going to Persia.

Mr. Chen, who was walking in front, suddenly stopped. Yang Xiaotao didn't notice and almost bumped into him. Fortunately, he reacted quickly and stopped in time.

"Chief, what's wrong?"

Yang Xiaotao knew that Mr. Chen would not stop for no reason, so he asked.

"It's okay, I just remembered something!"

Elder Chen came back to his senses and was silent for a long time before he turned back to look at Yang Xiaotao, "Don't get too involved in this matter!"

After saying that, Mr. Chen walked straight to the office.

Yang Xiaotao stood there in a daze for three seconds, and then he understood what Mr. Chen meant.

What was just said in the conference room should be official business.

What I am saying now should be from a personal perspective.

In other words, these are Mr. Chen’s true thoughts.

Yang Xiaotao looked around and saw that there was no one else around, so he walked out.

Leaving the office building, Mr. Huang waved to Yang Xiaotao from a distance.

Yang Xiaotao came up quickly, "Leader!"

Mr. Huang waved his hand and said, "Get in the car first!"

After saying that, the two of them got into the car while the driver stood aside.

"Don't be too forward about this aid project!"

Yang Xiaotao looked over immediately after hearing this, "Leader, Mr. Chen just reminded me privately, what's the matter?"

When Mr. Huang heard Yang Xiaotao say that Mr. Chen had also reminded him of this, he couldn't help but feel relieved, and a look of relief appeared on his face.

Yang Xiaotao didn't pay attention to what Mr. Huang was thinking. He was in a state of conflict at the moment.

Agreeing to the aid means that the superiors have their own plans.

At least when it comes to grasping the overall situation, Yang Xiaotao is self-aware. What he sees are only the changes in the next few decades, which is just a result.

What caused this change is unclear.

Perhaps the reason for this lack of clarity is the current planning and decision making.

So after hearing what Mr. Chen said, Yang Xiaotao actually agreed in his heart.

After all, what is said in that kind of situation already represents the opinion of the superior.

But unexpectedly, Mr. Chen actually whispered to me in the corridor not to get involved.

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This made Yang Xiaotao a little undecided.

Now hearing what Mr. Huang said, Yang Xiaotao's inclination became even stronger.

"Xiao Tao, I know you have a good relationship with that kid, but I still say the same thing, you can help with the pool of water in Persia, but you can't go in."

Mr. Huang's words came again, and Yang Xiaotao looked up with confusion in his eyes.

Seeing this, Mr. Huang took a deep breath and then said, "I can't tell you the specific reasons in detail, just remember, no matter what happens this time, don't be the first to do it."

"You are still young, and there is a long way to go. There is no need to rush to make a choice."

Mr. Huang spoke with great sincerity and his eyes were full of love and care for the younger generation.

Yang Xiaotao nodded seriously, "I know, I understand."

Seeing that Yang Xiaotao was serious about what he said, Mr. Huang knew that he had taken it to heart, and he felt relieved. He then patted Yang Xiaotao on the shoulder and said, "In fact, it's amazing that you can do this at your age."

"But I believe that this is not your destination. You have a long way to go. Even if you walk slowly, it will definitely be longer than the rest of us."

"Understand?"

Yang Xiaotao nodded again, "I understand."

When Yang Xiaotao stood beside the car and watched Mr. Huang's car leave, he still felt heavy in his heart.

In the end, Mr. Huang did not tell the reason, but Yang Xiaotao knew that Mr. Huang would not say these things for no reason and he would not harm himself.

What’s more, there is Mr. Chen.

Is this just one of the reasons?

Yang Xiaotao couldn't figure it out no matter how hard he tried.

"Forget it, just do your own thing."

Yang Xiaotao didn't think any more and got in the car and rushed to the ninth department.

No matter what, the aid construction matters must be ordered quickly and prepared in advance.

Afternoon, meeting room 9.

Yang Xiaotao called together Li Hongfeng, Liu Huaimin, Yang Youning and others, and then gave a brief report on the aid to Persia.

"Aid? This."

Li Hongfeng was puzzled when he heard this. "The country hasn't even finished its construction yet, and you're providing aid?"

Liu Huaimin was also surprised. "If this is to help some countries, like Baria, we can also justify it. After all, it is between countries."

"But this is to help a certain force, this is to..."

Liu Huaimin didn't dare to say those three words, but everyone in the room knew what was going on.

At this moment, Yang Xiaotao suddenly had an epiphany and began to understand the meaning behind what Mr. Chen and Mr. Huang said.

It would be good if this thing succeeded.

If you fail, your reputation will be bad.

Maybe someone will be found to take the blame.

So, they don't want to get too involved.

Yang Xiaotao began to understand their intentions.

In the room, Li Hongfeng and others saw Yang Xiaotao in a daze and did not rush to ask him.

After Yang Xiaotao came back to his senses, he asked, "Minister Yang, what do you mean?"

Yang Xiaotao took a cigarette from the table and lit it, then he took a deep breath of smoke and said, "Didn't the superiors say that we need to provide assistance, but we can't give them everything."

Li Hongfeng and others nodded, they understood this.

"Also, do what the higher-ups tell us to do."

"We will never do anything that our superiors don't tell us to do."

“That’s the principle.”

Yang Xiaotao emphasized this point, and everyone's heart tightened.

After exchanging glances, they all nodded.

Obviously, there is a lot behind this aid.

Later, Yang Xiaotao talked about the Type 91 tank. When they heard that it might be produced in cooperation with the Third Ministry of Machine Building, and after understanding the needs, they did not object.

Just as Yang Xiaotao said, what remains on the drawing is not a tank.

After the meeting, Yang Xiaotao did not stay in Jiubu for long, but drove back to Siheyuan.

A lot of things happened today, and it was a bit confusing. He wanted to find a quiet place to think things through.

When I returned to the courtyard, I saw Ran Qiuye playing with the children in the yard. Little Dudu had already learned to roll over, and it seemed that he was quite capable. He turned over in a blink of an eye, raising his head and humming.

Unfortunately, the older brothers and sisters in the house didn't play with him at all.

"Why are you back so early today?"

When Ran Qiuye saw Yang Xiaotao coming back, she reached out to find the baby in her arms.

"Nothing, come back early and have a rest."

Yang Xiaotao stepped forward and hugged Xiao Dudu, then lifted him up high. The little guy was so scared that he started to scratch around with his hands.

"This kid is far from Duanwu."

As Yang Xiaotao spoke, he recalled the time when he was a child during the Duanwu Festival. He would laugh out loud when he raised the ball, and was not afraid of anything at all.

Ran Qiuye stepped forward, took Dudu and held him in her arms, "How can this be the same?"

Yang Xiaotao smiled.

Well, the younger son, the eldest grandson, the apple of their parents’ eyes.

"Where's Duanwu? Where did this guy go again?"

I looked around, but didn't see Duanwu.

Instead, Miaomiao led her two younger sisters to jump rope in the yard.

"Grandpa took him out to play, and Wangcai followed him."

Yang Xiaotao nodded, "Where's grandma?"

"Aunt will go out with you for a walk and will be back soon."

After asking some questions, Yang Xiaotao walked into the house and went to the study.

Just as Yang Xiaotao was reading in the study, two people got off the bus outside the courtyard and walked towards the yard.

"Sister, I can do it myself. It would be great if you could stay and accompany the chief."

Tang Mingyue led Xingxing. The little guy, who was almost three years old, had curiosity in his eyes and looked around from time to time.

"Nothing to do, it's good to go out for a walk, so as not to get bored staying in the yard."

The eldest sister said with a smile, but she looked around and vaguely saw many unusual things.

But the eldest sister didn't care about it. This kind of thing also happened where they lived.

Thinking of Yang Xiaotao's identity, I didn't take it seriously.

"Grandma, is this the Siheyuan?"

Xingxing looked at the courtyard in the alley, blinking her big eyes.

The eldest sister reached out and took the little one's hand, then nodded and said, "Yes, this is the courtyard house I told you about."

"But it's not as big as where we live." Xingxing tilted her head and said as she walked.

Tang Mingyue smiled and then came to the gate of the courtyard.

"Let's go. I haven't seen Qiu Ye for a long time. I haven't been here since I had a child."

The eldest sister said this and was the first to pass through the gate.

The three aunties at the door saw the two men and immediately threw the insoles in their hands into the basket, wiped their hands and walked forward quickly, "Hello, two leaders."

These two people have come to the courtyard several times, and the third aunt, who was emphasized by Yan Fugui, is very accurate in recognizing people.

"Hello, Auntie."

Tang Mingyue stepped forward and smiled kindly, "Let's go see Teacher Ran."

When the three aunts saw the package the other party was holding, they immediately understood his intention.

"Teacher Ran is in the yard. The sun is shining brightly today, so it's a good time for her to look after the children in the yard."

As she spoke, the three aunties led the two people inside. When she lowered her head, she took a closer look at the child. At first glance, the child looked somewhat familiar.

The eldest sister carried Xingxing through the hanging flower gate. Ran Qiuye, who was pushing a cart, immediately saw the eldest sister and her two companions and hurried forward to greet them.

"Sister, Sister Tang, why are you here?"

"And wake up, little one!"

Ran Qiuye said happily, Tang Mingyue stepped forward, "Eldest sister said that you didn't have time to come over after giving birth, and she has always been worried about you."

"Isn't it time to come and take a look?"

The eldest sister put Xingxing down and looked at Ran Qiuye carefully. "It seems that she is getting better. Her body is recovering well."

Ran Qiuye smiled and picked up Xingxing who was looking around on the ground. "Xingxing, do you miss your aunt?"

"Hello, auntie."

Xingxing called out, and then her attention was drawn to the child jumping rubber rope nearby.

There aren't so many kids around at home to play with him.

And he prefers playing with older kids.

"Wake up, good boy!"

"Go play with your brothers and sisters!"

Ran Qiuye put Xingxing down. The little guy looked at his elder sister and Tang Mingyue. The latter nodded and immediately trotted away.

Soon I started playing with Miaomiao, Xiaoyu and the others.

The eldest sister hugged Dudu and said, "This child looks more like Xiao Tao in terms of his eyebrows and eyes."

Ran Qiuye smiled and nodded, "Yes, it's different from when Duanwu was born."

While he was talking, the little guy had already stretched out his hand and wanted to leave. It was obvious that he was a stranger.

"Even more shy than Duanwu."

Tang Mingyue held the little guy and adjusted his mouth, then quickly handed him to Ran Qiuye.

"Yes, it's not a worry at all. I wake up several times during the night. If I can't find anyone, I'll cry loudly. It's really annoying."

Although Ran Qiuye was complaining, there was sweetness in her eyes.

I gave birth to two sons for the Yang family, which means I have completed the mission of expanding the family.

Who in the hospital dares to spread rumors now?

"Sister, Secretary Tang."

Just then, Yang Xiaotao came out of the study.

When Yang Xiaotao heard the sound outside, he realized that his elder sister had come and hurried out.

However, when they saw Yang Xiaotao, they were both stunned.

Especially Tang Mingyue, she didn't expect Yang Xiaotao to be at home, and she suddenly felt a little nervous.

"You didn't go to work today."

The eldest sister reacted and asked.

"I went and came back early."

Yang Xiaotao explained, and then welcomed the two into the house.

The eldest sister and Tang Mingyue looked at each other, then nodded slightly.

Several people sat down in the room. Ran Qiuye looked after the children, while Yang Xiaotao made tea and poured water, and then listened to the three of them reminiscing about the past.

Sometimes they talked about children, sometimes about students, sometimes they turned to education, and sometimes they talked about the women's volleyball team.

The three of them spoke whatever they thought of. Yang Xiaotao would also interject a few words, but he was more of a listener.

After chatting for a while, the eldest sister winked at Tang Mingyue, who nodded and said to Ran Qiuye, "Qiuye, Xingxing has never seen this courtyard before. When I came here just now, I asked what it looked like."

Ran Qiuye immediately understood and stood up, "That's not easy. I'll take you around this courtyard."

As he said that, he carried Dudu and walked out with Tang Mingyue.

Seeing the two leave, Yang Xiaotao realized something and looked at his eldest sister.

"Sister, have some tea."

The eldest sister smiled, then glanced at Yang Xiaotao and said directly, "Xiaotao, did anyone tell you anything about the Persian incident this time?"

Yang Xiaotao's heart skipped a beat when he heard this, but he quickly made a judgment in his mind.

Today is neither a weekend nor a holiday, so it is definitely not the time for my eldest sister and Tang Mingyue to come here just to play house.

After some thought, Yang Xiaotao decided to tell the truth.

Because he felt that those who knew about this and reminded him must be of the same kind.

"Have."

"After the meeting, both Mr. Chen and Mr. Huang told me about it."

Yang Xiaotao didn't say what the two of them talked about, but the eldest sister nodded as if she understood.

Then he said softly, "Originally, we came here to tell Qiu Ye and let her convey our intentions to your uncle."

"I didn't expect you to be at home. This is good. I can talk to you and explain it clearly."

Yang Xiaotao was stunned and felt a little expectant.

The eldest sister took a sip of tea and then said seriously, "There was a disagreement on whether to provide assistance this time, and the decision was made by the minority following the majority."

"But we support this issue."

Yang Xiaotao nodded, he had already thought of this.

"As for the specific reason, I can only say that we need it."

Yang Xiaotao nodded again, "I understand this."

The eldest sister hummed, and then continued, "The reason why we don't want you to go out is because of your status. You can go for inspection, but if the aid time is too long, it will be too much."

Yang Xiaotao had also thought of this.

The current situation of the Nine Departments is not like that. There are many things that need his attention.

"But the most important thing is that the situation in Persia is too complicated to be explained in a few simple sentences. There are too many interests involved there."

"Especially the Alliance and the United States, that is also the battlefield where they wrestle."

"If it's just the United States, it's fine, but when it comes to the Alliance..."

The elder sister said this softly, but Yang Xiaotao understood it completely.

The relationship between the country and the alliance is uncertain, sometimes good and sometimes bad, and some people still feel "grateful".

This is because I don't want him to get too deep.

At the same time, it is also a kind of protection.

It seems that I am still too young.

Some things are still not clear enough!
"But we can't just reject the request made by the other party. After all, they have shown great sincerity!"

At this point, the eldest sister laughed helplessly, "We didn't expect that you are so important to them."

"do you know?"

Yang Xiaotao shook his head.

The eldest sister sighed with some helplessness, "In order to get you to go, they were willing to privately allocate an oil field for us to exploit on our own."

"That is to say, everything mined belongs to us, and this period of time is quite long."

"This is another reason why many comrades agree, and it's also an important reason why we don't want you to go."

When the elder sister said this, Yang Xiaotao was moved but also speechless.

He didn't expect that Mosidov and Arfat would be willing to make such a big sacrifice.

At the same time, I feel a little guilty.

The other party treats him as a real friend and good brother.

But for various reasons, he had no choice but to choose his own position.

"Telling you this is not interfering with your decision."

"Whatever you decide, we will support you."

The eldest sister finally said that Yang Xiaotao had made a decision.

"I understand your good intentions, sister."

"I'm not the kind of person who is stubborn and won't listen to opinions!"

"Don't worry, I know what to do!"

Seeing Yang Xiaotao say this, the eldest sister nodded with satisfaction.

"As long as you know what's going on!"