Siheyuan: A warm home with wife and children

Nakamori didn't say what came next, but she believed that with Yang Jianguo's intelligence, he would definitely understand her underlying meaning.

In fact, he knew before he came.

Otherwise, he wouldn't have specially arranged this meal at a restaurant he was familiar with, and had his wife, Li Ying, accompany him.

“I know.” Yang Jianguo put down his chopsticks and said with a smile, “Each serves their own master; he has his principles, and I have mine…”

Using some underhanded tactics is understandable, but it would be better if Chairman Hirai came himself next time, rather than involving others.

"Ms. Nakamori, it was a pleasure to be with you. I hope that this pleasure will not turn into unpleasantness for any reason."

That concludes the discussion.

That's enough for this meal; eating any more will only make everyone feel awkward.

"Yingzi, let's go."

Yang Jianguo got up, took down the coat hanging on the wall, draped it over his wife, straightened his clothes, and left the private room hand in hand with Li Ying.

Yingzi understood; Jianguo had summoned her to guard against Zhongsen.

Judging from his tone, he seems to have a good impression of this woman.

Otherwise, he wouldn't even have come.

So, he's wary of the powerful figure behind the other party?!

"These little devils are so despicable," Yingzi couldn't help but spit out.

Why force a woman to meet Jianguo and make her wary of him?

Anyone with a brain would understand after a moment's thought.

"This tactic is hardly despicable. Since ancient times, the honey trap has been considered the best strategy."

Seeing that he was still in the mood to joke, Yingzi teased, "You're getting arrogant because this honey trap didn't sway you."

"I am quite proud."

Yang Jianguo put his arm around her shoulder and chuckled, "I have to thank you for this. With such a good wife like you, I can turn a blind eye to the hustle and bustle of this world."

Yingzi chuckled and said, "Alright, stop praising me. I'll get embarrassed if you keep doing it."

Yang Jianguo's face hardened, and he said seriously, "My wife is good, what's wrong with praising her?"

"Hey, look..." A passerby saw the two of them, their hair graying but still so affectionate, and pointed them out to those around them.

With kind smiles on their faces, some people waved and greeted the two.

This made Yingzi so embarrassed that she shrank her head into his arms.

Despite her age, she still has the mindset of a young woman.

Whether you're living a good life or not, whether you're happy or not, don't listen to what others say, just look at their faces and you'll know everything.

Yingzi had a genuine smile of happiness on her face.

……

The honey trap failed to achieve its intended effect, leaving Hirai feeling indignant.

Does this Yang Jianguo really have no weaknesses?

When a national goddess like Nakamori invited him to a banquet, he actually brought his wife along.

Hirai couldn't understand how he made that decision.

However, now is not the time to dwell on this; the deadline set by headquarters is drawing ever closer.

Hirai was starting to have a headache, wondering how to get through to him.

Must we apologize to headquarters?!

After meeting with Nakamori, Yang Jianguo stopped paying attention to news about Hirai and others, and instead focused all his energy on his work.

Meanwhile, the tech experts who joined the organization also officially began working after being vetted.

They each formed a brand new team at the Academy of Sciences, responsible for researching topics in their areas of expertise.

Because he was in charge of reviewing the projects submitted by the Chinese Academy of Sciences, Yang Jianguo often met with the two of them.

They also often get together to talk about the future, technology, and development.

However, most of the time Yang Jianguo did the talking, and the two of them listened attentively.

As outsiders, everything in this place is unfamiliar.

They need enough time to adapt before they can better engage in their work.

Fortunately, the background check was passed, and Yang Jianguo was able to formally invite the other party to join the Ministry of Works' confidential project.

One of those research teams was the nuclear energy expert group from the Russian family.

With their involvement, the probability of realizing the artificial sun and controlled nuclear fusion projects is much higher.

Chapter 673 Trust and Soft Power: The Tsumura Delegation

"Minister Yang, I need your help."

Kolov's visit was unexpected. Yang Jianguo had planned to invite him to discuss joining Xiang Shaodong's project team the next day.

To everyone's surprise, Wu Mei suddenly told her that he had arrived.

Upon meeting him, Yang Jianguo immediately noticed the anxiety on his face. "Comrade Kolov, please sit down and talk."

"Thank you... Yang, I don't know if you've heard of Moko Precision Instruments Factory."

"Of course, that is the most famous missile research base in the Moko region, with thousands of researchers engaged in related research, production and manufacturing."

“But they are starving to death now.” Kolov nodded heavily, indicating his purpose.

He hopes that the inland areas can provide assistance in receiving a large group of more than 700 people.

Among them are 36 scientists and engineers engaged in missile research, and more than 300 skilled workers in related production.

Also included were their family members and relatives, as well as 18 people engaged in cutting-edge research on guidance systems.

Yang Jianguo's mind raced; the resettlement and treatment of such a large group of people was no small matter.

Bringing people over is a minor issue; the real challenge is keeping them here.

Moreover, whether these people can adapt to the inland environment and whether there are any potential risks are uncertain.

Yang Jianguo needs to think things through carefully in all aspects, but he will definitely have to accept the man.

"Tell me the contact person, and I'll get in touch right away."

"Xiao Wu, please ask Ma Wei and Fang Tong to come here."

Kolov told him the name and contact information of the person next door, then sat on the sofa, rubbing his fists together.

Seeing that he looked preoccupied, Yang Jianguo asked after hanging up the phone, "Comrade Kolov, is there something you're having trouble telling us?"

Kolov looked up, his expression hesitant, and said, "Yang, several of my classmates and junior brothers are among these people."

Hearing him say that, Yang Jianguo thought he was worried about the safety of his own people.

He smiled and reassured them, "Don't worry, our people will take good care of them."

“No, you don’t understand…” Kolov slammed his fist down and stood up, saying, “Alright, they’re from the Joint Nuclear Research Institute.”

The Moscow-Korea Joint Nuclear Research Institute is the largest nuclear testing laboratory in Russia, with the highest level of secrecy, and engages in cutting-edge nuclear physics research and applications.

Yang Jianguo's expression turned serious: "An important person?"

"He once served as the joint research group leader, responsible for the institute's cutting-edge technology research and development."

"Wait, I need to make another call."

This time, Yang Jianguo picked up the red phone on the table and dialed the Imperial City directly.

When the matter was reported to the Third Elder, the other party immediately responded: "Please send a car to bring Comrade Kolov here. I will have my secretary meet him at the door."

The matter was to be taken over by the Third Elder. Yang Jianguo coordinated with intelligence agencies and overseas institutions to make arrangements. It was better to leave this kind of thing to professional underground workers.

"Hopefully Kolov isn't too late," Yang Jianguo thought with worry.

Currently, the international situation is in chaos due to the fall of Russia, and various weapons are rampant on the international black market.

Everyone is openly poaching talent, each using their own abilities and engaging in fierce competition.

Among them, the most ruthless poacher was Bei Dao, who was both a neighbor and a subordinate. It wasn't just recruitment; it was outright kidnapping...

In late March, after the Lunar New Year, a plane passing through the airspace over North Island mysteriously disappeared.

The 47 members on board are all senior experts in missiles and nuclear energy.

The Eagle Group issued a condemnation, accusing Bei Dao of taking advantage of the situation.

Bei Dao protested, saying, "I didn't, I didn't, it wasn't me."

In short, I didn't cause it to disappear, and I don't know where it went.

Who's afraid of empty talk? You want me to spit out what I've already swallowed?

hetui~

You can get people just by talking; if you want someone, go find them yourself.

The inland areas had previously received several batches of high-level talents, but they all came voluntarily.

Initially, the elders were also in a dilemma, wondering whether to be passive or proactive.

While they were discussing it, Kolov and his team, led by his companions, volunteered to join the organization.

This delighted them and made Yang Jianguo even more respected in the hearts of the elders and others.

This is also an important reason why he was able to take up the ministerial position at such a young age; the arrival of Kolov and others greatly boosted his chances.

Their arrival not only fills the talent shortage problem in related fields, but also sends a signal to the outside world.

The inland region is trustworthy; after the Russian bear fell, it's her turn to take the lead.

This is recognition from former officials of the 'previous dynasty,' which is more powerful than a thousand words and more persuasive than any language.

This 'trust' and the enhancement of international soft power are exactly what the inland areas need.

It was so important that even with dissenting voices, Yang Jianguo's promotion was not stopped, allowing him to reach his current position.

It is said that because of this, the deputy elder smashed several vases.

I wonder how much one of those vases costs?

All sorts of memories flashed through Yang Jianguo's mind, and he inexplicably felt like laughing.

Sometimes I feel that these struggles are just like playing house.

It's both infuriating and hilarious.

It's not complicated at all, yet it can sometimes confuse even the smartest person.

It's all the fault of power!

……

For the next two weeks, Hirai frequently tried to invite him out under various pretexts.

Yang Jianguo always instructed his secretary to decline, claiming he was either in a meeting or on an inspection tour, and in short, he avoided meeting him.

Although the other party was asking him for a favor, Yang Jianguo did not want to truly offend Mitsubishi.

The other party possesses too many patents and technologies that he desires.

With so many good things yet to be obtained, how could he bear to turn against the other party?

This is especially true for Mitsubishi, which is in a weaker position in the inland region; who would turn down money?

The inland market is so vast that other countries may have forgotten it, but the neon lights across the river will not.

Thousands of years of history have told them that this land holds immense potential and treasures.

These days, you can't win by robbing people openly.

Then let's try a different approach and use 'legitimate' means to make the treasure our own.

As one power grows while another diminishes, one day this fertile land will ultimately belong to the Yamato Empire.