Reborn as Zhao Ruilong of Handong, I will defy fate.

Tianhai.

The plane is slowing down and taxiing.

Zhao Ruilong then turned on his phone.

After reading the text message from Fu Wenbing, he immediately called back.

"What kind of lousy expert did you hire?"

"Decades ago, people could carve out a railway by carrying loads on their shoulders and backs!"

"How come it's 2004 now, and they're telling me the construction is too difficult?"

"Whoever says they can't handle it, let them go and tell the kids in the mountains they can't do it. I don't have the face to do that!"

Hearing Zhao Ruilong's outburst of anger, Fu Wenbing, on the other end of the phone, hurriedly tried to calm him down:

"Brother, calm down! It's not that we can't handle it, it's just that the construction is very difficult..."

Zhao Ruilong immediately retorted, "How big? Isn't it just about building a long tunnel with a high burial depth?"

"In addition to proceeding with construction at both ends, we will also use a tunnel boring machine to open a parallel pilot tunnel to increase the working face."

"Once completed, the parallel pilot tunnel can also be used for ventilation and emergency response."

Fu Wenbing said, "But the distance is still too long..."

Zhao Ruilong sneered, "If it doesn't work, then set up the tunnel boring machine! Start drilling from there!"

"..."

Fu Wenbing, on the other end of the phone, was instantly dumbfounded.

Tunnel boring machine, erected vertically?

This is absolutely insane!

But if it weren't crazy, how could it be called an infrastructure maniac?

"And there's the short distance required to climb to a high altitude and cross earthquake fault zones and nature reserves... What's so difficult about that?"

"We'll carve spiral tunnels inside the mountain, one if one isn't enough, then two. This solves the problem of short-distance ascents without damaging the ecological environment!"

"As for earthquake protection, we should avoid using traditional rigid bridges and instead adopt lightweight steel structures with flexible earthquake-resistant designs, using steel-concrete composite truss beam structures."

"The problem of roads becoming impassable due to snow and ice in winter is even easier to solve. Just bury heating pipes under the road surface, like laying an electric blanket. Why worry about snow accumulating and freezing?"

After hearing Zhao Ruilong's words, Fu Wenbing couldn't help but ask in surprise:

"Brother, did you study civil engineering at Handong University back then?"

"no!"

"Then how come you know so much about engineering construction?"

Zhao Ruilong was stunned.

"Uh... insiders are easily bound by traditional thinking and have too many concerns, while I, as an outsider, am more likely to break the mold."

"Of course, whether these wild ideas of mine are feasible still needs to be discussed and verified by professionals!"

"But if you hold another technical seminar, you have to invite real experts. They need to be technically proficient and have the guts to succeed. Don't tell me it's too difficult to build. If a road is easy to build, why would you need to invite them?"

Fu Wenbing quickly replied, "Okay, I'll start making new arrangements right away and try to finalize a feasible plan as soon as possible!"

"Okay, I'm getting off the plane soon, let's talk later!"

After hanging up the phone, Zhao Ruilong put away his phone and unbuckled his seatbelt.

I really don't want to sit on this plane for even a second longer.

It's not just because the nearly five-hour flight from the Western Regions to Tianhai is too unbearable.

Also, recently, I traveled from the Han River to Sichuan, then from Longxi to Haiqing, and then from the Western Regions to Tianhai.

I've lost count of how many flights I've taken in just half a month; even though I don't get airsick, I almost threw up from all the flights.

After crossing the jet bridge into the terminal building and arriving at the domestic arrivals exit, Zhong Xiaoai had been eagerly waiting.

Having given birth, she is now noticeably more feminine.

Her affectionate gaze was exceptionally captivating.

"Thank you for your hard work, Mr. Zhao!"

"Let's go to the hotel for lunch first, then take a nap before heading to the F1 racing center. The signing ceremony starts at four o'clock!"

Zhao Ruilong nodded slightly.

"Have you checked all the cars?"

Zhong Xiaoai smiled and nodded: "They've all been checked repeatedly, and they're all in good condition!"

The reason why today's signing ceremony is being held at the newly completed and put into use Tianhai F1 Racing Center, rather than a stadium, is because Land Rover's first pure electric supercar, the U9, will also be officially unveiled today.

This supercar, equipped with a four-motor system, boasts 2,000 horsepower, features an intelligent fully active body control system, and comes standard with a carbon fiber roof and rear diffuser, embodying Land Rover's most advanced technology and craftsmanship.

The purpose of developing such a high-performance beast is not to sell a certain number of vehicles or make a lot of money, but to further solidify Land Rover's high-end luxury brand position and showcase the latest and most advanced new energy vehicle technology.

Liu Xiang is a genius track and field athlete from China!

He was like a god descending to earth, refreshing people's understanding of track and field.

Let the world know that people of Asian descent, people from China, can also achieve remarkable results in track and field competitions.

The emergence of the Land Rover U9 electric supercar aims to break conventional perceptions and let the world know that electric vehicles not only possess advanced technology and powerful performance, but also symbolize the future.

Therefore, hiring Liu Xiang as the spokesperson and officially unveiling the Land Rover U9 electric supercar at the signing ceremony is a perfect match and will undoubtedly be extremely symbolic of 'speed and breakthrough'.

For this event, Land Rover not only booked the Tianhai F1 racing center, but also invited a large number of media and guests to attend. They also prepared several U9 pure electric supercars to showcase their technology.

With so much money spent and such a grand event organized, even Zhao Ruilong, who is extremely busy with work, took time out of his busy schedule to attend in person, Zhong Xiaoai knew, of course, that this event had to be done flawlessly, and that no vehicle could fail her.

Otherwise, what if we embarrass ourselves in public today, trying to showcase our excellent performance only to break down and malfunction...

Then she should quit her job as the public relations director.

Land Rover's image as the leading brand of new energy vehicles will inevitably suffer a severe blow.

After going downstairs and getting into the car, three black Land Rover S9 luxury sedans headed straight for the Tianhai Hotel.

I listened to Zhong Xiaoai's work report along the way.

The refreshing aroma lingers around you.

For Zhao Ruilong, who has been frequently traveling for work recently, it's really tough.

To avoid getting distracted in the car, Zhao Ruilong simply glanced slightly out the window.

Looking at the towering skyscrapers in Tianhai city, Zhao Ruilong, who had just returned from the Northwest, was truly awestruck.

Compared to the desolation and poverty of Northwest China, Tianhai, jokingly referred to as the "Magic City," is clearly a bustling and magnificent city that transcends its time, making one feel as if they have traveled to another world.

"The elderly couple who work hard under the scorching sun every day next to the Xichang Wind Power Project probably never dreamed that there would be such a prosperous and dreamlike metropolis in the same world and the same country!"

"They work hard all year, and the money they save might not even be enough to buy a square meter of housing in an international metropolis like Tianjin, or even enough for a lavish meal at a high-end hotel like the Peace Hotel!"

Despite his feelings of regret, Zhao Ruilong was not discouraged.

Since we are going to vigorously develop a market economy, the gap between the rich and the poor will inevitably exist.

Furthermore, as the level of market economic development continues to rise, the gap between the rich and the poor will gradually widen.

This is no longer something that just any one person can change.

The difference between people is greater than the difference between people and dogs!

Some people are born in remote and underdeveloped mountain villages and have to make tremendous efforts to change their impoverished fate and live in big cities.

But some people are born in big cities and don't need to study hard, work diligently, or take out loans to buy houses and cars; their families have already arranged everything for them.

Even among farmers, no matter how hard they work in remote areas, even if they are busy from morning till night until their hoes and sickles are smoking, they are not as fortunate as farmers in big cities who receive a single demolition compensation.

Therefore, Zhao Ruilong does not expect to achieve common prosperity with equal access for everyone. He simply wants to give people in poor and backward areas as many opportunities as possible to turn their lives around and live a better life.

After all, everyone has a different definition of happiness and a good life.

For the vast majority of ordinary people in Tianhai, the happy life they want is at least having a good job, a good house, and convenient and affordable medical care, education, and elderly care.

But for farmers in remote areas, a good life is already one of happiness, with favorable weather, good health, enough to eat and wear, children able to go to school, and relatively convenient living conditions.

"Mr. Zhao, we've arrived!"

Zhong Xiaoai's soft reminder pulled Zhao Ruilong back to his senses.

"Okay, let's go!"

As I got off the bus and walked into the hotel lobby, countless people lined the street to welcome me.

Many media personnel who were scheduled to attend the afternoon event were present.

Having faced such a grand occasion before, Zhao Ruilong naturally adjusted his mindset quickly.

"Mr. Zhao, I heard that Land Rover will be unveiling a major new car at the signing ceremony this afternoon. Is that true?"

"Yes, a new car is going to be unveiled to the public!"

Can you tell me what new car it is?

"I'm sorry, this is a surprise, and it's not convenient to reveal it yet, but I can assure you that it will exceed your expectations!"

"Mr. Zhao, could you explain why you chose track and field athlete Liu Xiang as the brand ambassador for Land Rover? Is it because he runs very fast?"

"Because he represents ultimate speed and breakthroughs! His exceptional talent and diligence perfectly align with Land Rover's relentless pursuit of excellence and pushing the limits of technology!"

"Could you reveal how much the endorsement fee is? I heard it set a new record for commercial endorsement fees for domestic athletes, is that true?"

"We cannot disclose the specific amount, but we will certainly not be stingy with our generosity towards outstanding athletes who have won glory for the country!"

"I heard that Land Rover has officially opened its third 4S store in the United States. How are the sales performances in overseas markets so far? Would you mind disclosing that information?"

"Current sales are in line with our expectations."

……

As we walked toward the elevator, people kept asking us questions.

Zhao Ruilong tried his best to answer all of them.

As the elevator doors closed and began to ascend, Zhao Ruilong secretly breathed a sigh of relief.

Compared to dealing with the media, Zhao Ruilong prefers communicating with people in technical fields.

It's not just because the news media always have endless questions, but also because they're always looking to dig up juicy scoops.

Therefore, to answer their questions, you have to be on your toes, answering quickly and flawlessly.

Such question-and-answer sessions are extremely mentally taxing.

Unlike dealing with a group of STEM guys, they don't just say whatever comes to mind.

The simpler, more direct, and clearer something is, the more people like it.

Upon arriving at the private room, Zhong Xiaoai had already arranged the dishes in advance.

"You should eat with us too, otherwise there's so much food that Manager Zhong and I can't finish it!"

Zhao Ruilong pulled up a chair, sat down, and immediately started eating.

Before he had even finished eating, he noticed that Zhong Xiaoai next to him had been glancing at him several times.

Seeing the undisguised anticipation and excitement in her eyes, Zhao Ruilong knew that she had to eat her fill.

If you don't eat your fill, how can you have the energy to work?

A moment later, Zhao Ruilong finished eating and put down his chopsticks.