Scholars in the courtyard.

Chapter 2089 If it were true, it would be great
At the moment, Yang Xiaotao still trusts these three people, but the things happening in Shanghai are not trivial matters.

If something goes wrong, people will inevitably suspect you.

Besides, telling them might not be good for them.

But we have to push it back. Looking at Jiang Chao's eager expression, it is obvious that he came here with a mission.

It's not just one person who is being rejected, but a group of people behind him.

The situation seems quite difficult right now.

Just when Yang Xiaotao was thinking about how to explain this matter, Jiang Defu saw that Yang Xiaotao was hesitating, and his heart moved. Then he smiled and said, "Kid, you come here and talk about business. Can't you be calm?"

"Xiao Tao, your brother is a straightforward person. He believes whatever he hears and doesn't know how to control his words."

Jiang Yafei also tried to smooth things over, "That's right, no one comes up here to ask for things, you've gained all this weight for nothing."

Jiang Chao was talked to by the two people, lowered his head and blushed, not daring to refute.

In his mind, soldiers are straightforward and say what they think. There's no need for so many twists and turns.

Hearing the two say this, Yang Xiaotao laughed and waved to Lou Xiaoe beside him.

Lou Xiao'e realized something, quickly put down the documents in her hand, stood up and walked out, closing the door behind her.

Jiang Defu and the other man realized something when they saw Yang Xiaotao's action. They looked at each other and said nothing more.

Yang Xiaotao stood up and sat in front of Jiang Defu. He reached into his trouser pocket, took out a cigarette and lit it for Jiang Defu. Then he saw Jiang Yafei pick up the cigarette box from the table and smoke one herself. Yang Xiaotao was stunned but not surprised. It's not that there are no women who smoke these days, let alone a "heroine" like Jiang Yafei. It's normal for her to smoke.

After helping to light the cigarette, Yang Xiaotao looked at Jiang Chao again. The other party shook his head, and Yang Xiaotao put down the lighter.

"Master Jiang, this matter involves a lot."

Yang Xiaotao took two puffs and then spoke.

Jiang Defu narrowed his eyes, and Jiang Yafei beside him frowned at Jiang Chao, who immediately stopped talking.

"Xiao Tao, I know that what you do is a big deal, but Xiao Chao also came here with a mission this time."

"Besides, my old man is on the boat in his heart, otherwise he wouldn't have come along to join in the fun."

"If you really don't feel comfortable saying it, just point it out."

Jiang Yafei said seriously, then looked at Yang Xiaotao.

Yang Xiaotao knew that this was asking him to give Jiang Chao an answer.

After taking two puffs of cigarette, Yang Xiaotao finally spoke, "Master Jiang, Aunt Yafei, and Brother Jiang Chao, if someone comes, I can't tell anyone."

"But now that you three are here, I wonder if I can't say something about the friendship between our two families."

After a moment of silence, Yang Xiaotao spoke again, "We deliberately let this matter out."

"deliberately?"

Before Jiang Yafei could say anything, Jiang Defu immediately became alert.

Years of struggle experience have made him realize that everything he does has a purpose.

Especially for something so important to revolutionary construction, Yang Xiaotao said it was intentional, which means there is a story behind it.

"Yes, it was intentional. The purpose was to cooperate with the comrades in Shanghai to put on a show."

Yang Xiaotao just said it out loud and no longer concealed it.

I believe that with Jiang Defu's sense of smell, he will definitely give instructions to his subordinates.

"You mean, that engine is..."

Jiang Yafei understood what Yang Xiaotao said, and was so surprised that she didn't even notice the cigarette ash fell on her pants.

Jiang Chao didn't understand what was said yet, but he could tell that there seemed to be something wrong with the engine.

"Yes. That's it."

Hearing Yang Xiaotao's affirmative answer, both of them were surprised.

But then, a look of deep disappointment appeared on Jiang Defu's face.

"I thought we had made something really good, but it turns out to be just a bunch of bubbles."

"Ugh!"

Jiang Defu finished most of the cigarette in one breath, and the disappointment on his face made Yang Xiaotao feel heartbroken.

Jiang Chao standing by also clenched his fists tightly.

If you have never experienced it yourself, you will never know the sense of security that a large ship brings on the vast ocean.

No large ship can ever leave the coastline.

Without a big ship, these sailors would be like losing their weapons.

"Dad, there's nothing to be disappointed about. We don't have it now, but we will have it sooner or later."

"Right, Xiao Tao."

Jiang Yafei spoke with a smile, and Yang Xiaotao nodded. This was indeed true.

Later, they had advanced gas turbines.

But this time, his arrival will surely speed up the process and shorten the time.

"Aunt Yafei is right. Everything we have now was created from scratch. As long as we work hard, there will always be results."

At this point, Yang Xiaotao glanced at the white-haired Jiang Defu, and wanted to give the old man some confidence, so he whispered, "Master Jiang, our machinery factory also has research in this area."

"And we have made some progress. I believe we will be able to do it in the future."

Hearing Yang Xiaotao say this, Jiang Defu's eyes widened. Previously, the gunboats of the Northern Fleet used the engines from the machinery factory. That time, the strength of the entire fleet was greatly improved.

If Yang Xiaotao hadn't fooled him, then this would really be possible.

"Really?"

"Of course it's true. You may not believe what others say, but you have to believe what I say."

"Believe it, I definitely believe it."

As he spoke, Jiang Defu reached out and grabbed Yang Xiaotao's hand. His hand was as rough as a corn stalk, but it was extremely hot.

"Xiao Tao, you must do this."

"When the time comes, whether it's for Shanghai or for others, as long as it can be done, it will be a great thing."

"Promise Grandpa that you will make this thing."

"When the time comes, our hundreds of thousands of sailors will thank you."

Jiang Defu's words were full of conviction, but his heart was sincere.

"Don't worry, our machinery factory will do anything to help our comrades."

With Yang Xiaotao's assurance, Jiang Defu said nothing more.

The purpose of this trip has been achieved. Although the result is a bit disappointing, it is also an answer.

Moreover, Yang Xiaotao also said that he would study it in the future. What else could they say?
At noon, Yang Xiaotao invited the three people to have lunch in the cafeteria.

Except for Jiang Chao who was still a little disappointed and drank two glasses of wine, Jiang Defu and the others accepted it quickly.

Yang Xiaotao drank two cups with him, but didn't drink more because he still had to work in the afternoon.

However, thinking of the last time Jiang Ningning and Yu Bei happened, Yang Xiaotao whispered to Jiang Yafei. Jiang Yafei immediately became interested. She had no children, and Jiang Chao and Jiang Ningning were her children. Naturally, she had to ask about such an important life event.

She also knew something about Yu Bei's situation, but she didn't pay special attention to it.

Now Yang Xiaotao said that Jiang Ningning fell in love with Yu Bei, so she, as his aunt, had to help him.

She nodded to Yang Xiaotao and said she would take care of this matter.

After dinner, he walked around the machinery factory again before seeing the three people off and preparing to leave.

However, before leaving, Yang Xiaotao whispered to Jiang Defu, "Master Jiang, you will see him soon."

Although it was a nonsensical sentence, Jiang Defu understood what Yang Xiaotao meant.

Holding Yang Xiaotao's hand, he said, "I'm waiting. I've been waiting for this day all my life."

“You will achieve it.”

Yang Xiaotao smiled, then watched the three people get into the car and drive away.

After the three people left, Yang Xiaotao took a deep breath and then walked into the office building.

Now that you have made a promise, you have to do it.

On the other side, Jiang Defu, who was sitting in the car, closed his eyes and let the car shake, but his body remained straight.

Jiang Yafei was driving and thinking about Jiang Ningning's affairs. Only Jiang Chao was looking out the window with a look of confusion and helplessness on his face.

"You all forgot about what happened today."

Jiang Defu suddenly opened his eyes and spoke. Both of them came to their senses and nodded.

"As for the fleet, I'll make the call myself. You don't have to worry about anything else."

Jiang Chao nodded immediately after hearing this, this was the best idea.

Jiang Defu also looked out the window after he finished speaking, "It would be great if this were true."

Outside the window, the undulating houses look like the rough sea.

How many years has it been?

They have not sailed overseas since the Sino-Japanese War of 1894-1895.

How many years has it been?

Tears flowed silently and into my mouth, full of bitterness.

"It would be great if this were true."

At the Shanghai Shipyard, Chief Designer Wan Han couldn't help but sigh as he watched the huge ship being unloaded from the truck.

Judging from the appearance, this big guy meets all his requirements for an engine. Its large size, solid weight, and design concept are undoubtedly the same as a real gas turbine.

But when he was about to cheer with everyone, Zhang Wu came up and told him the truth.

Why didn't you tell me this cruel truth earlier?

In this Shanghai shipyard, food, clothing, and housing are all within a few miles, and it seems as if we are cut off from the outside world.

Their only goal is to build the ship.

Other things are none of his business.

"Yeah, it would be great if it were true."

Standing next to him was a burly man, it was Zhang Wu who told him the cruel truth.

At this moment, Zhang Wu's face had lost its usual black color, but instead turned pale, as if it was covered with something.

At this moment, I was also feeling emotional as I looked at the big guys placed in the distance.

"If we had such a good engine, this big ship wouldn't have to stumble so much."

"We can also get out earlier and give him a fight."

After hearing the other party's first sentence, Wan Han felt that they were of the same kind, but after hearing the second sentence, he immediately rolled his eyes. This guy was able to stay here for so long just because he wanted to go out to sea as soon as possible.

A true warmonger.

"How many times have I told you that this is a sample ship, for accumulating experience for the future. Don't always think about taking it out for a fight."

Wan Han had to correct the other party's thoughts again.

Zhang Wu scoffed at this and said, "If you don't go out and try it out, how will you know if there are any problems? How can you accumulate experience and make improvements later?"

"Just do it once, and if you sink in the sea, you don't have to come back."

Zhang Wu grinned, "The biggest ship I've ever sailed in my life was captured from someone else."

"If I could get on the big ship I built, I would be willing to sink to the bottom of the sea. Then I would take the ship to the Dragon Palace to have a fight."

The more Zhang Wu spoke, the more excited he became, as if he were the Monkey King.

Wan Han was too lazy to pay attention. He looked at the two people walking over from a distance, then sorted out his mood, "Okay, someone is coming."

As they spoke, the two of them walked up to them.

Zheng Chaoyang and Hao Pingchuan walked over quickly, saluted when they saw the two, and then looked at the big guy being transported onto the ship not far away, "Commander-in-Chief Wan, Commander Zhang, we need your cooperation next."

Commander Wan nodded after listening to this. This matter didn't require much cooperation from him, he just needed to do the formality.

As for whether there were enemy spies in the shipyard, that was none of his business.

Zhang Wu's face was serious. "Chief Zheng, we will fully cooperate with you, but you must ensure that there are no problems."

Zheng Chaoyang nodded immediately, "Don't worry, Commander. We have mobilized everyone in the area to ensure that there will be no problems."

"That's good."

Zhang Wu didn't say much. It was his responsibility to cooperate with Zheng Chaoyang to catch those rats.

Moreover, he would not let anyone keep thinking about him. There is no reason to guard against thieves for a thousand days.

"By the way, Captain Hao."

Zhang Wu suddenly called out to Hao Pingchuan who was about to leave.

"Chief."

Hao Pingchuan, who was wearing glasses, straightened his chest immediately. Zhang Wu looked at him and said, "Captain Hao, I heard that you worked at the Red Star Machinery Factory for a while?"

"Yes, Chief."

"Well, do you know if they make, this kind of engine?"

Hao Pingchuan looked embarrassed. To be honest, his biggest task in the machinery factory was to follow Zhang Guanyu. As for the factory's actions, he didn't know much.

But thinking of what Yang Xiaotao had done, he replied, "Reporting to the commander, the machinery factory has made an engine for an airplane, but I don't know about the engine for this ship."

Zhang Wu nodded, "Okay, I understand."

"Yes!"

Hao Pingchuan saluted and left, following Zheng Chaoyang.

Zhang Wu looked away the two people and then walked quickly to the scene. Even if it was fake, he wanted to see what it would look like when installed on the ship.

(End of this chapter)