Siheyuan: Start with a big car

In the small park.

Bang Geng staggered after being pushed by Zhong Yuemin and almost fell to the ground. He stood firm, with a trace of grievance and fear in his eyes. He said carefully: "Brother Yuemin, I really tried my best. I didn't expect it to turn out like this. You...you give me another chance, I will definitely find a way to make up for it."

Zhong Yuemin stared at Banggeng, his eyes full of anger and disappointment. He paced back and forth, thinking about what to do. After a while, he stopped, looked at Banggeng, and said coldly: "Banggeng, if you can't do it this time, don't come to me again. I won't help you anymore."

Bang Geng nodded quickly and said, "Brother Yuemin, don't worry. I will be careful this time. I will make Li Weidong pay the price."

Are you kidding? These kids from big courtyards are all difficult to deal with. How could Banggeng not be afraid of Zhong Yuemin?

Fortunately, Zhong Yuemin also knew that if he wanted to deal with Li Weidong, he couldn't do without Zhong Yuemin, so he didn't argue with Bang Geng.

"Here's fifty cents, take it!"

Zhong Yuemin left with his hands behind his back.

Bang Geng took the money and sighed.

He wanted to deal with Li Weidong, but how should he do it?

...

As time went by, the motorcycles produced by the company were sold well all over the country, and Li Weidong also started a new plan, which was to manufacture new energy vehicles.

In the spacious and bright conference room, Li Weidong stood at the front of the conference table with a serious expression. All the researchers in the laboratory sat neatly in their respective seats, their eyes focused on Li Weidong.

Li Weidong cleared his throat and solemnly announced his plan to manufacture new energy vehicles.

However, when Li Weidong finished speaking, the conference room fell into silence.

After a while, a senior researcher broke the silence. He frowned and said, "Director Li, it is too difficult to manufacture new energy vehicles. Although we have some experience in the field of motorcycles, cars and motorcycles are completely different concepts. From technology, process to supply chain, every link faces huge challenges."

The other researchers nodded in agreement and began to discuss, listing one difficulty and problem after another.

"Yes, Director Li. The safety and reliability requirements of cars are much higher than those of motorcycles, and it is difficult to achieve with our current technical level."

"Also, battery technology for new energy vehicles is a difficult problem, and we don't have enough R&D capabilities to solve this problem."

"Also, manufacturing cars requires a lot of capital investment. Can our funds support this project?"

Huang Jing, who had always supported Li Weidong, also looked embarrassed at this time. She bit her lip lightly, looked at Li Weidong and said, "Director Li, I know you have great ambitions and determination, but I also think this time it is too difficult. The difficulty of manufacturing cars is much greater than that of motorcycles. We can't be blindly optimistic. Should we reconsider it carefully?"

Li Weidong listened quietly to everyone's opinions. He knew very well that it would be very difficult to produce new energy vehicles based on current technology.

But at this time, the automobile industry in foreign countries has been very developed. If you want to continue to research gasoline cars, you can only follow behind others and it is difficult to catch up with them.

The best way is to overtake on a curve.

"Don't worry, I have a complete plan. Just do as I say!"

The researchers looked at each other, their eyes still full of doubt and worry. After all, the task of manufacturing new energy vehicles seemed almost impossible to accomplish. However, facing Li Weidong's firm attitude, they could not directly refute it.

A young researcher hesitated for a moment, but couldn't help but said, "Director Li, we know you have a plan, but this task is really too difficult. We are worried..." Before he finished his words, he was stopped by a senior researcher next to him with a look.

The senior researcher sighed slightly, then looked up at Li Weidong and said, "Director Li, we understand your determination. Although we think this task is very difficult, we are willing to trust you. We will fully cooperate with you and do as you say." The other researchers also nodded in agreement.

Li Weidong looked at everyone with gratitude. He knew very well that it was rare for these researchers to support him even though they knew the task was impossible to accomplish.

Afterwards, Li Weidong calmly took out the long-prepared blueprint from the folder, and carefully unfolded it to show the researchers. This blueprint seemed like a mysterious treasure map, carrying all of Li Weidong's ideas and expectations for new energy vehicles.

"Everyone, this is the design drawing of our new energy vehicle." Li Weidong's voice was filled with pride and excitement. "I hope everyone can study this drawing carefully and find the key to achieving our goal."

The researchers were immediately attracted by the drawings, their eyes full of curiosity and concentration. The dense lines and symbols on the drawings were both challenges and opportunities for them.

Then, Li Weidong began to arrange tasks: "Now, we will divide into groups to study the blueprint. Each group has its own focus and tasks. We need to understand and analyze the blueprint from different angles and find out the core technology and key links."

Li Weidong glanced at Huang Jing, who had always supported him, with his eyes full of trust and expectation: "Huang Jing, from now on, you will be the person in charge of this project. I believe in your ability and experience, and you will definitely be able to lead everyone to successfully complete this project."

Huang Jing nodded slightly. She felt Li Weidong's trust and knew that she had a heavy responsibility. She took a deep breath and said, "Director Li, don't worry. I will do my best to live up to your trust."

Afterwards, the researchers quickly divided into several groups according to Li Weidong's arrangements.

Li Weidong came to the office of Director Yang. You know, although the steel rolling mill laboratory is actually independent, it still belongs to the steel rolling mill in name. To launch such a major project now, it needs the support of Director Yang.

Director Yang thought this was an important project, so he convened a meeting of factory leaders. In the spacious conference room, Director Yang was sitting at the head of the conference table, and several deputy directors were sitting on both sides.

At this time, Li Weidong walked into the meeting room with confidence and determination on his face.

"Director Yang, deputy directors, today I would like to report to you a new project - new energy vehicles." Li Weidong's voice was clear and loud.

When the deputy factory managers heard the unfamiliar term "new energy vehicle", they looked at each other with puzzled expressions on their faces. They really didn't know what new energy vehicles were.

Seeing everyone's confusion, Li Weidong patiently explained: "New energy vehicles, in simple terms, are cars that are powered by batteries instead of traditional fuel engines. This type of car has many advantages such as environmental protection and energy saving, and is the future development direction of the automotive industry."

However, Li Weidong's explanation was not recognized by the deputy factory directors. In particular, Deputy Factory Director Wang frowned and said with disdain: "What new energy vehicles? I think you are just dreaming! Using batteries to drive cars? This is simply a fantasy! Our steel mill produces steel, how can we engage in automobile projects? Isn't this a waste of our steel mill's resources?"

The other deputy factory directors also nodded in agreement with Deputy Factory Director Wang's point of view.

"Yes, we know nothing about the automotive industry. How can we rashly launch such a project?"

"This is too risky. We can't joke with the future of the steel mill."

Director Yang had been listening to the deputy directors' arguments quietly, and he was not in a hurry to express his opinion. At this time, he raised his hand slightly, signaling everyone to be quiet.

"Li Weidong, the new energy vehicles you mentioned are indeed very attractive, but we cannot ignore the opinions of the deputy directors. This project does involve great risks, and we need to consider it carefully." Director Yang's tone was serious and steady.

Li Weidong looked at Director Yang firmly and said confidently: "Director Yang, I understand your concerns. However, I have a way to solve the problem of funding and support. I can get funding and support from the ministries and commissions, and the steel mill does not need to invest too many resources. I just hope that the steel mill can be named, which can also provide a better platform for our project."

After hearing what Li Weidong said, Director Yang's eyes flashed with surprise, but he soon understood Li Weidong's intention. He nodded slightly and said, "If that's the case, then this project is indeed worth a try. Our steel rolling mill can provide you with the necessary support and assistance, as long as you can ensure the smooth progress of the project."

However, Deputy Factory Director Wang snorted disdainfully and said sarcastically, "Li Weidong, don't be so wishful thinking. Getting funding and support from the ministry? Who do you think you are? Is the ministry owned by your family? I think you are just bragging and want to take this opportunity to show off."

Li Weidong was not angered by Deputy Director Wang's ridicule. He said calmly: "Deputy Director Wang, I know you have doubts about this project, but I am confident that I can get the support of the ministry. New energy vehicles are the future development trend, and the ministry also attaches great importance to the development of this field. I have made sufficient preparations and have some connections and resources to use. I believe that as long as we work hard, we will succeed."

Deputy Director Wang disagreed. He sneered, "Don't waste your energy here. Do you think it's so easy to get funding and support from the ministry? If you really have this ability, you would have been very successful long ago. Why are you still talking to us here? I think you are just a dreamer who can only talk big but can't produce any actual results."

Li Weidong looked at Deputy Director Wang's face, and a surge of anger surged in his heart, but he still held it back. He knew that arguing with Deputy Director Wang would not solve the problem, and he had to prove his ability with practical actions.

"Deputy Director Wang, I don't want to argue with you. Time will tell. I will try my best to win the support of the ministry and make this project go smoothly. When the time comes, you will know whether I am wishful thinking or not." After Li Weidong finished speaking, he ignored Deputy Director Wang and turned to Director Yang and said, "Director Yang, thank you for your support. I will formulate a detailed plan as soon as possible and strive to get the funding and support from the ministry as soon as possible."

Director Yang nodded and said, "Okay, Li Weidong, I believe in you. Just go ahead and do it. If you have any questions, please report to me at any time. I will fully support you."

After Li Weidong left the meeting room, Deputy Director Wang was still there complaining and mocking.

Of course, he was not targeting the new energy vehicle project, but because he knew very well that Li Weidong now had more power than him, the executive deputy director, because of the motorcycle workshop.

If Li Weidong succeeds in developing new energy vehicles, he might not have a place to stand in the factory in the future.

Deputy Director Wang was nervous, but he still tried to persuade Director Yang again: "Director Yang, you really have to think carefully. Li Weidong's new energy vehicle project is like a gamble. If it fails, the good reputation accumulated by our steel mill over the years will be ruined. How can we explain to the employees in the factory and to the leaders above?"

As Deputy Director Wang spoke, he observed Director Yang's expression, and his eyes revealed a hint of anxiety and worry.

After hearing what Wang said, Director Yang's face instantly turned pale. He slammed the table, stood up, glared at Wang, and shouted, "Look at you, you worry about this and that all day long! Our factory wants to develop and innovate, how can we shrink back because of fear of failure? Li Weidong's new energy vehicle project is an important attempt for our factory to move into a new field. We should support and encourage it instead of throwing cold water on it!"

Director Yang's voice echoed in the conference room, his eyes burning with anger. "As the deputy director, you don't think about how to make suggestions for the development of the factory, but only think about your own interests and reputation. With such thoughts, how can you lead the employees of the factory to move forward? How can we make our factory stand out in the fierce market competition?"

Deputy Director Wang was frightened by Director Yang's angry rebuke and his face turned pale. He opened his mouth and wanted to defend himself, but found that he had nothing to say.

When Deputy Director Wang returned to his office, he was so angry that his teeth were chattering.

He felt that Li Weidong was his nemesis.

...

In the following days, Li Weidong was busy with new energy vehicles. Although he had the help of Huang Jing and those researchers, the complexity of new energy vehicles far exceeded that of motorcycles.

Take the drawings for example, there are dozens of them. It is very troublesome to sort them all out.

So Li Weidong has been busy in the laboratory.

At this time, another major event happened in the courtyard.

Since Huang Yanling married Yan Jiecheng, her belly has gradually grown bigger. She is lazy to begin with, and now she is living the life of a young lady.

She just lay in bed every day to take care of the baby. Although the third aunt was unwilling, the baby in Huang Yanling's belly was the successor of their Yan family after all, so she had no choice but to endure it. (End of this chapter)