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"There's an old saying that's called real people don't show their faces, and they don't show their faces. I never expected Mr. Cheng Zhiyuan, a famous mathematician and professor at home and abroad, to dredge the waterways in the disaster area. Who would believe it? He is a model of morality and a model of academics!"

Early in the morning, Cheng Nuo rolled up his trouser legs and worked in the fields with the victims without rest after breakfast. It was almost October, so he quickly took advantage of this time to find a piece of land that had already receded and harvested winter wheat. To plant, slow down the loss.

When the work was in full swing, a group of people suddenly gathered from a distance. After being instructed by the victims, they came to this place quickly, and praised Cheng Nuo, one after another, for fear that others would not know that Cheng Nuo was in this person's mouth. importance.

"Professor Cheng, tell me that if all high-level intellectuals were like you, with the country in mind and the people in their hearts, there would be no obstacles in this world that we can't overcome, and the Datong society that the sages talked about would have been realized long ago!"

Hearing someone yelling, it seemed that the meaning was still for himself, Cheng Nuo put down the farm work in his hand, turned around and said in doubt:

"This gentleman, I don't know who you are? We don't seem to have seen each other before."

"Oh, I was negligent. You should report yourself when you come up. Let me introduce myself. I, Yan Zhiyi, is a student of Professor Cheng's friend Mr. Zhang Boling. Now he is the director of the Zhili Provincial Department of Industry. I asked Professor Cheng's name." , I'm here to pay a special visit today." Yan Zhiyi was very polite, clapping her hands while talking.

"It's a pleasure to meet you." Cheng Nuo's attitude was a little slow, but Qiuhuo was still showing off his power. In just a short while, the sweat on his face couldn't stop dripping down. After returning the salute, he wiped it on his face.

It's okay if you don't wipe it, the mud on your arm is evenly spread on your face, which looks a little funny.

Seeing this, Yan Zhiyi took out a handkerchief from her chest pocket, handed it over and said politely: "Professor Cheng, it's so hot, I think you've sweated a lot, hurry up and wipe it off."

Immediately afterwards, a commendation letter was handed over, and Yan Zhiyi recited it in front of everyone:
"The President of the Republic of China confers on Cheng Nuoyi, the President of the Academy of Sciences, the Great Ribbon Precious Light Golden Harvest Medal as a sign of disaster relief. The decree was issued on September 28, [-]th year of the Republic of China."

Yan Zhiyi pursed her lips and said, "Life is also a way of learning. Besides, the professor is making rapid progress in industry. I happen to have some personal matters and I need Professor Cheng's help. I wonder if you agree?"

The medal is very good, and the commendation is true, but in Cheng Nuo's eyes, this thing is a bit hot to hold.

I thought that when the other party came to the door, he would first introduce himself as a student of Zhang Boling, then that Zhang Boling and Cheng Nuo were good friends, and then that he was the Industry Department of Zhili Province.

Yan Zhiyi hesitated again and again, and couldn't help asking: "Is it really not possible to promote it on a large scale now?"

"At least in terms of mathematics, there is no one in China who can teach him right now." Yan Zhiyi complimented.

"Thank you." Yan Zhiyi bowed to thank, and then said: "Actually, it's not entirely a private matter. Right now the disaster victims need a lot of seeds. According to the usual practice in previous years, we all buy seeds from foreign merchants and lend them to farmers. The procedures are cumbersome. By the time everything was shipped over, the timing of planting had already been delayed.

"Professor Cheng, you see, our senior officials were very moved after hearing about the deeds of the Academy of Sciences, and expressed that they would like to praise you greatly. They personally wrote calligraphy for you. It is a pity that Senior Official Cao is busy with work and couldn't leave for a while, so he specially asked me to send it to you." , expressing his apologies."

Dismissing the subordinates, Yan Zhiyi smiled and said: "My father came back from Shanghai, and he was always talking about Professor Cheng. He always said in front of me that young people should learn from Professor Cheng. Unfortunately, their talents are different. I am hard to catch up with. "

"It's both public and private." Yan Zhiyi smiled.

Sure enough, as Cheng Nuo thought, when he finished washing and changed into relatively clean clothes, Yan Zhiyi said cheerfully: "Let's talk about justice first. According to the national law, special donations of more than 2000 yuan to 1 yuan are allowed to be supervised." Petition for a special award for the Medal.

Yan Zhiyi raised her eyebrows and said with a smile: "We have thought about this, and we have also prepared for it."

Although the result was not as expected, it was still rewarding.

Considering that Cheng Nuo was under his command, and it would not be justified if he didn't show up to reward him, he took advantage of his subordinate's proposal to reward the Academy of Sciences in the capacity of the Zhili Provincial Government.

At this time, Cheng Nuo, a great scientist who had been wandering outside the political situation, suddenly accepted the kindness of one of them. It was hard not to make people suspicious, and even cause unnecessary trouble.

"I put licorice in the mung bean soup, which has the effect of promoting water, reducing swelling, clearing heat and quenching thirst. Mr. Yan can drink it with confidence." Cheng Nuo pushed the kettle with mung bean soup over and said with a smile: "Actually, what Mr. Yan said Regarding the seed problem, our Academy of Sciences has already begun to promote it, but new technologies must have a certain period of adaptation.

The second monk Cheng Nuozhang was puzzled: "Award, what award?"

After figuring out what was going on, Cheng Nuo didn't hesitate anymore and took the plaque away.

Cheng Nuo didn't have the habit of using things from strangers, so he waved his hand and said, "Thank you sir for your kindness, but because of the hot weather, it came out after a while after wiping. There is no need to use this thing. Besides, I am covered in dirt. I really need you That handkerchief will have to be scrapped when you go back."

Yan Zhiyi said seriously: "I wonder if Professor Cheng has a specific solution?"

Although Feng Guozhang is currently the president of the national government in name, in fact this position is not secure at all.

Cheng Nuoxin said, if you want it, just take it. He just wants to develop with peace of mind, and doesn't want to be a target.

Those who have donated hundreds of thousands of dollars will be invited to be specially awarded honorary titles or guaranteed awards and appointments, as well as various promotions and promotions, so as to encourage them to collect the funds needed. Therefore, I am here this time to represent Professor Cheng as a public official. Awarded. "

Thinking of this, Cheng Nuo really wanted to reject this thing.

Cheng Nuo nodded, and then reminded: "Soil erosion and disrepair of water conservancy facilities are the direct causes of this flood. Mr. Yan must raise awareness of vegetation protection when he goes back, otherwise, no matter how good the crops are, the flood will all feed the fish .”

"Okay, let's do what Professor Cheng said, and I'll prepare well when I go back."

Bringing a pot of cold mung bean soup, Cheng Nuo poured a bowl for the other party, and said, "You might as well talk about it, as long as it doesn't violate my personal bottom line, if you can help me, you will."

Cheng Nuo pondered for a moment, then said in a calm tone: "It's not realistic to promote it on a large scale, but we can take advantage of this opportunity to set up some experimental fields at various grassroots levels across the province to plant these improved seeds. If there is a good harvest, next year Without our promotion, people will naturally choose it.

Cao Kun is not busy with his official duties. He made it clear that he does not want to use his hands to send Feng Guozhang's medal. Right now, he is sitting and watching the dispute between the government and the court. No one is biased, and no one is offended. .

Feng Guozhang called for the combination of the direct lineage to resist the expansion of the power of the Anhui lineage, and he attached Feng.

"That's fine, Professor Cheng, you're busy with your side first, and we're not in a hurry to deal with things on our side. You don't have to worry about going over after you're done." Yan Zhiyi nodded with a smile, and left with her entourage after saying this.

And he is remembered by later generations because he organized the preparation of Tianjin Museum and served as the first director, which opened a precedent for the museum industry in Tianjin and even the whole country. He can be called the founder and pioneer of the museum industry in modern China.

Duan Qirui tempted him with power, and he attached it.

Seeing the hesitation of the recipient of the honor, Yan Zhiyi thought that the other party was worried about other things, so she smiled and said: "Professor Cheng, you can accept it with peace of mind, Mr. Wu Zhixuan, the director of Hai Zhenhua Hall, because of the huge amount of money for disaster relief. And was rewarded with a plaque from the Police Department.

On the other hand, Cheng Nuo walked to the puddle not far away, squatted on the bank to wash up, and took advantage of this moment to collect the background of this person in his mind.

Bian Yinchang, president of the Tianjin Chamber of Commerce, was also awarded the Second Class Golden Harvest Medal for his outstanding performance in flood relief.But you are the first one to be awarded the First Class Order of Precious Light and Golden Harvest with the Great Ribbon, so I am envious of others. "

"Mr. Yan, please convey a word, that is, on behalf of my colleagues in the Academy of Sciences, I would like to express my gratitude to Senior Official Cao, and I will definitely pay a visit sometime later."

Yan Zhiyi glanced at her mung bean soup, gulped down and said, "But it would be a waste of money to keep such high-yield seeds and not promote them on a large scale. Our Industrial Department has cooperated with the Disaster Relief Supervision Office to set up a loan office and a loan office." The Farming Bureau is responsible for resolving seed and land issues.

Cheng Nuo instantly understood what was going on, and thought that it was no wonder why he hadn't seen Jiang Jiangzuo recently. He thought he had already started preparing for the work-study program in France, but he didn't expect to hold back his big move here. The guy called over and asked him how he was doing and what was going on in his mind.

"That's fine, but this place is not suitable for discussing business matters. Please, Mr. Yan, go to the Caoting over there and wait for me. I'll go over after I've dealt with the matter at hand." Cheng Nuo didn't directly ask what the matter was, and pointed out a direction for the other party Go ahead.

Cheng Nuo smiled and shook his head: "My father and I are both members of the China Vocational Education Association. We originally wanted to contribute to our country's vocational education in various fields, learn from each other and improve each other. You This is even more so between me and each other, where the word flattering is hard to catch."

Under Cheng Nuo's curious gaze, Yan Zhiyi's subordinate took out a gift box with a straight body and unfolded it. Inside was a medal in the shape of a golden octagon with unequal numbers of rays of light between the corners. The center of the circle is The golden rice pattern on the white background and the yellow and red ribbons are very valuable at first glance.

Cheng Nuo didn't rush to agree. He took a sip of mung bean soup and said, "Although the growth in the first year is good, it is spring wheat after all. If it is used as winter wheat, there will be potential risks."

In terms of risk, there is public endorsement. As long as the Academy of Sciences provides seeds on time and in quantity, you don’t have to worry about the remaining risks. "

After finishing speaking, they clapped their hands again. Several subordinates walked over carrying a plaque, lifted the red cloth on it, and on it was written the four characters of "House of Charity". Looking at the signature again, it was the senior official of Zhili Province right now Cao Kun,

"I don't know what the so-called Mr. Yan is here this time?"

Immediately afterwards, the two chatted a little more, and the relationship between the two quietly drew closer.

The other party said so, but Cheng Nuo actually didn't think so.

"You can't talk too much. The ancients often said that there is a priority in learning, and there is a specialization in art. This is just one more opportunity for me to study abroad than ordinary people, and I have achieved some final results." Cheng Nuo waved his hand modestly. : "Thinking about it, I feel a little ashamed. I have been busy with common affairs recently, and the time spent on academics is far from enough."

After finishing speaking, he showed the commendation letter to Cheng Nuo, with a red seal of "Presidential Seal" in the middle, and the signature of "Feng Guozhang" in the next letter.

Yan Zhiyi smiled and waved her hand to the back: "Take it up."

If the harvest is not harvested, then these losses are still within the controllable range, and we can accept it.With the guarantee of the government, the landlords are willing to cooperate and lend the land. By doing so, the interests of farmers and landlords are guaranteed, the production capacity of the disaster-stricken areas is effectively restored, and social stability is maintained. "

In history, Yan Zhiyi was the second son of Mr. Yan Xiu, a famous figure in Jinmen. He studied under Zhang Boling in his early years and later studied in Japan.After studying abroad, he served successively as director of Tianjin Commodity Exhibition Institute, director of Zhili Provincial Department of Agriculture and Commerce, director of the Provincial Department of Industry, and director of the Provincial Department of Education.

Yan Zhiyi drank the mung bean soup in front of her in one go, and immediately felt refreshed, and the hot feeling surrounding her brain was swept away.

However, as a director of the department, the other party came to visit in person. Apart from respecting Cheng Nuo's identity on the surface, there must be some hidden secrets in it. There are too many people talking. It is really not suitable to talk about serious business in this field. After thinking about it, he continued:

Forcibly promoting it is against the laws of natural science experiments. If the production is really reduced in the coming year, if the victims of the second injury survive, once the Great Wall of Trust is destroyed, it will be difficult to rebuild. "

I just heard that there is a Mr. Guo Shouchun in your hospital who localized wheat seeds this year, and the growth is good and the harvest is also good.I'm wondering if we can cooperate with the Industry Department to see if we can promote this technology. "

Not to mention that the South in front did not recognize this leader, and wanted to launch a war to protect the law, but Duan Qirui in Beijing was also at odds with Feng Guozhang.

So it can be roughly inferred that this visit is at least not a bad thing.

However, these thoughts can only be thought about, directly refusing is tantamount to slapping the face on the spot, and putting yourself in danger.

"I didn't expect that one day I would be awarded the same medal as Mr. Zhang Jian. It's really my honor." Cheng Nuo changed his smile and said with emotion: "It's just that the credit is not mine alone, but everyone's. , I, someone, deserves it."

Yan Zhiyi said cheerfully: "It's easy to say, easy to say, I will definitely convey back Professor Cheng's words completely."

Cheng Nuo replied: "Store the forest to store its source. Dense forests are widely planted in the northwest of the upper reaches of the Haihe River. The roots of the trees go deep into the soil, which can not only stabilize the embankment, but also fill the gaps in the forest with fallen leaves, so that the river will not suddenly go down. Disasters can also be avoided, and rivers and lakes will never dry up."

Yan Zhiyi nodded: "Okay, I will arrange my subordinates when I get back, and we will do this together for disaster relief."

Cheng Nuo said with a smile: "However, it is obviously not feasible to plant trees on a large scale in the current season. It is more appropriate to do these things during the Ching Ming Festival next year. In order to remind the public of the importance of this aspect, I think it is possible to set up an Arbor Day, dedicated to this time. Plant trees."

Yan Zhiyi was stunned for a moment, and then evaluated the feasibility of this matter in her heart, and found that it was very reliable, and said simply and neatly: "Okay, let's set up an Arbor Day.

I can't control other places. I can still talk about three points in Zhili. We must not let this Haihe River wreak havoc again! "