Siheyuan: A warm home with wife and children

"Boss, how about I secretly block it and talk to them, so we don't have to put it in writing?"

Yang Min was persuaded by him, but she was also worried that doing so would put too much pressure on her and prevent the proposal from being passed in the meeting.

An organization is not a one-man show. When it comes to ideological issues, he may not be able to gain everyone's approval. If a resolution fails to pass at the meeting, that's a different story.

Yang Min didn't even dare to imagine how far things would escalate.

Over the years, in order to promote the work of all parties, the former leader has offended countless people.

Some were from the Ministry of Industry, and others were from other cooperating departments.

When one's momentum is at its peak, all is calm and peaceful. No matter how many demons and monsters there are, they can only hide in the dark sewers, resenting and cursing, hoping that they will be doomed sooner or later.

But if the old leader's prestige were to be tarnished one day, those dirty tricks would probably jump out immediately and try to ruin him.

"Don't communicate with them beforehand, just issue a document and send it out. I want them to know that this is a red line that cannot be crossed."

Yang Jianguo said in a serious tone, "They dare to interpret red documents on their own. What's the use of just talking to them? Do you think I, the head of the Ministry of Industry and Information Technology, am more effective than the Elders' Council?"

Simply communicating won't work; you need to put it in writing, clearly stating that this is a red line that no one can cross.

If anyone thinks that it can be resolved by privately discussing it with someone and giving gifts, then that's fine.

Let them try. It just so happens that an internal audit is underway right now, so let all the hidden monsters and demons come out.

Yang Jianguo refused to believe that the little devil hiding in the irrigation ditch could eat him, a man standing in the sunlight.

"Okay, sir, I'll have someone prepare it first, and then you can take a look."

"Well, go ahead!"

After Yang Min left, Yang Jianguo continued to consider deeper issues. Curbing local economicism and combating corruption and opaque systems could not be accomplished overnight.

For now, that's all he can do. How effective it will be depends on how much the local leaders want to make progress.

As long as he wants to improve, he can't escape Yang Jianguo's challenge.

The worst thing is encountering someone who doesn't want to improve, who's content with the status quo, and who leaves you with no way to challenge them.

Let alone Yang Jianguo, even if you sit in the Elders' Council and want to directly take down a local leader, you need a legitimate reason.

This isn't child's play, where you can just go up or down as you please.

If that's the case, wouldn't this life have been sacrificed in vain?

After finishing these tasks, Yang Jianguo went straight to the research institute to learn about the latest progress. He learned that they were not currently facing any insurmountable difficulties and the project was progressing smoothly.

He then went to Loongson to learn about its current production capacity and R&D progress, and then immersed himself in his daily work process.

By the time he remembered that he had promised Yingzi he would come home for lunch, it was already dark outside.

With a wry smile and a shake of his head, Yang Jianguo got into the car and told the driver to go home.

Upon arriving home, Yang Jianguo first inspected the flowers and plants in the front yard, trimming a few that were growing crooked. Only after putting aside all his worries outside did he step into the middle courtyard.

Under the pavilion, two reclining chairs were placed side by side, and Yingzi and Zhiyi were chatting leisurely with palm-leaf fans in their hands.

Hearing the noise and seeing that it was him returning, Zhiyi put down her fan and stood up, saying, "You're finally back. I'll leave my mother with you; I'll go back and look after the children."

Yang Jianguo nodded and said gently, "I finished my work at noon, so you didn't have to wait long!"

Yingzi smiled and said, "I knew you would forget, so I ate it before I even got there."

Hearing this, Zhiyi, who hadn't gone far, was full of complaints. At noon, she had insisted on waiting for 40 minutes before she could sit down and start eating.

I was so hungry that I ran to the kitchen and secretly ate breakfast cookies.

Upon hearing this, Yang Jianguo nodded repeatedly and said, "That's good."

Then, he sat down next to her, took the palm-leaf fan from her hand, and gently fanned her to drive away the mosquitoes.

Seeing the two holding hands and hearing their cheerful laughter as they whispered to each other, Zhiyi enviously went into the backyard.

The wisdom of life, tolerance and kindness of the mother, and the thoughtfulness and responsibility of the father towards the family are things that the younger generation can only learn less than 30% of in their entire lives.

After talking with Yingzi for a while, Yang Jianguo returned to his room, sat down at his desk, turned on the lamp, and began writing documents.

"Let's not write today, shall we?"

The New Year isn't even over yet, and he's already planning to stay up all night again.

He doesn't even consider his own age; Yingzi is genuinely worried about his health.

"If you squeeze too much, you always have to do it."

Yang Jianguo closed his pen, turned around and said gently, "You go to sleep first, I definitely won't stay up too late."

These words are like "come back for dinner," you can just listen to them and leave it at that. But Yingzi still had a glimmer of hope in her heart. Maybe he could finish his work smoothly and get some rest as soon as possible, just like he said!

After Yingzi fell asleep, Yang Jianguo opened his briefcase and took out a document with a red mark.

confidential!

This is a document from the military; its contents concern national security projects and require the full cooperation of the Ministry of Industry.

Yang Jianguo had already been in contact with the other party before the Chinese New Year, but only recently finalized the details and reached an agreement.

Next, he needs to assemble a research team with strong technical skills, professional expertise, and unwavering commitment and fighting spirit.

We need to work together with the other party to solve the numerous difficulties we are currently facing.

After carefully reading the document, Yang Jianguo fell into deep thought. After much consideration, he decided to personally take charge and lead the team.

With his involvement, the project's progress will undoubtedly undergo a dramatic transformation.

Yang Jianguo still has that much confidence.

In fact, the military proposed this cooperation with the goal of getting him involved in the project.

Yang Jianguo's reputation extends beyond foreign countries; his abilities are highly regarded within the organization as well.

Especially in the field of materials science, he is undoubtedly a leading figure in China.

Even if he steps down from his current position, he will still be responsible for setting the standards for the entire industry.

Standards that don't come from his mouth will eventually be questioned by all parties, and even if they are put into use, people will still have doubts.

Currently, the international situation is becoming increasingly unstable, and major events are expected to occur one after another in the coming years. Only by forging a sharp national weapon as soon as possible can we defend against enemies from afar.

The tragedy of Yugoslavia must never be repeated before our eyes.

Having made up his mind, Yang Jianguo put the documents back into the bag, sealed it, and stuffed it into his briefcase.

He was filled with anticipation for this collaboration. His increasingly composed mindset, honed by many significant events, had also gained new vitality. He hadn't felt this exhilarating excitement in many years.

Chapter 815 Economic Work Conference, The Quantum Fund's Butcher's Knife

In the inner city, the Dragon Kingdom Economic Work Conference was held at Diaoyutai State Guesthouse, where Yang Jianguo was among the three chairpersons.

The meeting was chaired by the Third Elder, and the First Elder delivered an important speech at the meeting.

The state should not compete with its people for wealth; only when the people are wealthy can the state become wealthy.

The applause was thunderous, but everyone below had their own thoughts, except for Yang Jianguo, who seemed preoccupied.

When the meeting began, the Third Elder indeed called his name, "Jianguo, you've been looking worried the whole time, is there something you disagree with?"

The Third Elder was sent from Shanghai and has always advocated for a free economy, harboring deep opinions about state-owned enterprises.

They believe that the existence of state-owned enterprises needs to be significantly reduced and restricted, so that more market share can be returned to the market.

Yang Jianguo had no problem with him personally, but he had a lot of problems with his so-called 'free economy'.

Yang Jianguo didn't live to see the final outcome of a free market economy, but history provides the answer.

Whether the Party and the people are the masters of the country, or whether money and capital are the masters, has never been a choice.

But right now, Yang Jianguo's concern isn't about freedom or lack thereof, but rather...

"I don't know if you've heard of a private equity firm called Quantum Fund."

"Oh, what's so special about this company?"

Everyone was curious about what achievements this company had made that earned him, a senior economic advisor, such special attention.

"Quantum Fund operates on a hedging model, buying both dips and rallies. As long as the gains outweigh the losses, it will always be profitable."

Yang Jianguo first talked to everyone about the fund model, and then talked about Quantum Group.

The so-called Quantum Fund is simply the largest fund institution under the entire Quantum Group.

Its size is approximately US$60 billion, and the investors are all foreign investors of non-US nationality.

"It's rumored that this is to evade the supervision of the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission, but in my opinion, it's clearly an attempt to distance themselves from the issue."

The Third Elder frowned, not understanding what he was rambling on about: "Disassociate yourself? Why?"

Clang clang~

The meeting was interrupted when the secretary-general pushed open the door, walked quickly to the third elder, and said a few words.

The Third Elder's expression changed, and he suddenly stood up and walked outside.

"I'm sorry, ministers, there's been a bit of an emergency, so we'll have to adjourn for now."

The secretary-general nodded apologetically, announced the news to everyone, and then left the meeting room without looking back.

The meeting room was eerily quiet, yet everyone's eyes were rapidly exchanging information.

what happened?

I don't know, something serious must have happened. I've seen the Third Elder's face change.

As the Third Elder, he has witnessed countless storms and life-or-death trials along the way.

Logically speaking, nothing should have caused him to lose his composure in public and have his true colors noticed.

This time, however, the Third Elder was clearly greatly shocked, to the point that he lost his usual composure and calmness.

Unable to come up with a solution from anyone, some people turned their attention to Yang Jianguo.

He's always well-informed; perhaps he's using some special channels this time as well.

"Minister Yang, what's going on?"

The deputy director of the State Planning Commission was at the same level as Yang Jianguo, and was mainly responsible for economic work, so the two were quite familiar with each other.

“Deputy Director Li, I think it’s still related to the Quantum Foundation.”

Upon hearing his words, Deputy Director Li asked in surprise, "Oh, what do you mean?"

"Actually, I was just about to say this: the Quantum Fund is planning to attack the pound."

A private foundation with $60 billion in reserves dares to challenge established capital empires?

The thought of this possibility made everyone want to laugh.

"Pfft, haha, Yang Bu is really good at joking."

"I think our Minister Yang is becoming more and more humorous."

"Of course, Minister Yang is not only a top leader in work, but also renowned for his work in the arts."

"Oh, there's such a saying?"

Everyone was surprised; when did Yang Jianguo become a cultural troupe soldier?

"You don't know, Yang is a powerful singer with an iron lung."

In previous years, Yang Jianguo performed on stage at some evening parties organized by the Ministry of Works, singing several revolutionary songs.

However, video records were scarce in that era, and those that did exist were sealed and preserved as important documents.

Few people outside the industry know that Yang Jianguo's singing voice is comparable to that of a star.

"Alright, let's get back to the main topic and stop talking about this."

Yang Jianguo, with a serious expression, interrupted the teasing of the crowd. Seeing his demeanor, Deputy Director Li also suppressed his smile.

"Minister Yang, are you serious?"

Yang Jianguo immediately retorted, "Do you think I'm the kind of person who would joke about something like this?"

When he reiterated that he wasn't joking, everyone's expressions gradually darkened.

This is not a good sign.