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There is an idiom called "彭荜生辉". When someone comes to visit, the host will often say to the guest: It is a great honor to have so-and-so visit my humble home.

"Humble abode" and "plain cottage" are both modest words used by the host to refer to his own home.

Since ancient times, Chinese people have attached great importance to "family", so there is an idiom called "family, country and the world". Even the War to Resist U.S. Aggression and Aid Korea was about "protecting the family and defending the country", with "family" coming before "country".

"Home" is a very private place. If you are invited to a friend's home for dinner, it can be considered that you have been recognized by the whole family of that friend and are receiving his greatest courtesy.

Not everyone can enjoy this kind of courtesy. So far, apart from relatives, the only people who have received this treatment on Tang Zhitong's side are Wu Haiyang and his wife, Ma Kejian and his wife, Gu Yong and his wife, and Fang Yuan can be counted as one, and that's it.

It was Tang Zhitong who proposed inviting Wu Aijun to dinner at home before he went to Tsinghua University, and Xiao Wang did not object.

Lu Lan helped Ye Zhijuan solve Zhang Ye's household registration problem, so that the Wang family could repay Gao Dashan's kindness. Lu Lan only proposed the idea of ​​letting the children of the two families continue their friendship. For this idea, it is obviously impossible to achieve it by just meeting once.

After Tang Zhitong learned the whole story, he thought that Lu Lan might think that he was a potential stock, so he asked Xiao Wang to invite Wu Aijun to come to his house for a visit.

As for the other two people, they seemed to be keeping him company, and Tang Zhitong also seemed to be optimistic about them.

Of course, I can't say anything about accompanying you. Since you are here, we should be treated together.

In addition, Tang Zhitong also discussed with Xiao Wang not to reveal the family situation to these classmates. They have their own door and yard, and there is output in the yard. It is not easy to be envied, but it is always a little detached from the masses.

When I got home, the yard was still filled with the afterglow of sunset.

While it was still early, Tang Zhitong lit all the stoves in the house, planning to give everyone a bath one by one tonight.

They had the leftovers from lunch for dinner. There weren’t many shrimps left in the morning, so Zhang Guifang left two for each of the young couple.

Tang Zhitong didn't eat it, Xiao Wang only ate one, and the rest were shared equally.

After dinner and a shower, Xiao Wang started to wrestle with her hair again.

Although he had a hair drying cap, his hair still couldn't be dry and neat. Whenever this happened, Tang Zhitong would think of a hair dryer, but unfortunately he never had the chance to put this matter on the agenda.

Classmate Xiao Wang feels very well today, otherwise Tang Zhitong would not have driven her to Tsinghua University in such a cold weather.

As the saying goes, a kiss between an old couple can cause nightmares for the whole night, but Xiao Tang and Xiao Wang are both in their best health and they had eaten a lot today, so they resumed their friendly exchanges that had been interrupted for several days.

There are currently no regulations against speeding on highways. Tang Zhitong drove his own first-hand car to test the condition of the car and stepped on the accelerator to the bottom.

Although speeding frequently is not good for the car, it is only done occasionally after all. This is also a process that every new car must go through. If you don’t try to find the limit yourself, do you still need others to help test it?
During this half night, Xiao Wang's strange knowledge points increased. What you put into your mouth may not be sausage, what is filled may not be a thermos, the brother you call out may not be your real brother, the person talking nonsense may not be crazy, and the person twitching may not be sick...

Monday, April 1th.

After breakfast, the couple took Fengzhen and picked up Jingying, and headed to the music college first.

This time Fengzhi only brought some winter vacation homework and no personal belongings. She planned to stay in Chunshu Hutong for one night to try it out. If she couldn't adapt, she would travel back and forth every day.

Tang Zhitong sent the three of them to the school gate, watched them go in, then turned around and rode his bike towards the Science and Technology Commission.

The door of the Science and Technology Commission was not easy to enter. Tang Zhitong only had a note but no letter of certification, so it took some effort to get in.

The guard went in and called for the person, and after both parties confirmed that everything was correct, they registered and were allowed to enter.

"Comrade Xiao Tang, I'm sorry. I've been very busy with work recently, and I forgot to send the letter of certification when the girl mailed it." The person in charge of the Science and Technology Commission was a deputy director, whose surname was Ding and whose given name was Hui.

"You're too polite, Director Ding. It's okay. You're already here." Tang Zhitong smiled kindly. Although he was called here by the Science and Technology Commission, the level of the liaison was not low. At least they were more sincere than the Cultural Reform Commission. He spoke politely and didn't put on airs.

"I asked you to make a trip today, mainly about the spinning wheel. How did you come up with such a name?" After arriving at the office, Ding Hui asked the girl to make a cup of tea for Tang Zhitong, then he took out a pen and notebook, and took notes while asking.

"Director Ding, um, what's the nature of today's event?" Tang Zhitong was sitting opposite Ding Hui, a little confused. It was said to be a guest reception, but it was like an inquiry. It was said to be an inquiry, and it was quite polite.

"Oh, a good memory is not as good as a bad pen. This is my personal habit. Today we are just doing a simple investigation and communication. Don't be nervous." Ding Hui explained with a smile and waited for Tang Zhitong's next words.

"Oh, when I was a child, I saw my grandmother spinning. She held the thread in one hand and shook it with the other hand. I thought this thing was like the wheel on a spinning wheel, so I gave it this name. It doesn't matter what it is called, you can change it." Tang Zhitong didn't believe Ding Hui's words. He even used the "investigation". I don't believe you. Maybe he really didn't have any ill intentions, but he might not be without purpose.

"Well. How did you come up with the idea of ​​designing a spinning wheel?" Ding Hui took notes quickly, and before he had finished, the next question was asked.

"I usually like to cast a few times. When I went to Shichahai to fish a while ago, I saw that there were a lot of people fishing..." Tang Zhitong repeated what he said in Chunshu Hutong that day, as if it were true.

"Not bad, not bad, you are a young comrade with a lot of ideas." Ding Hui finished writing, closed the notebook, and said in a friendly manner: "Look, it's really that simple, don't be nervous."

"I'm not nervous, I'm just a little confused." Tang Zhitong smiled foolishly and said perfunctorily.

"It's like this, the Sports Commission thought the spinning wheel was good, so they made two according to your drawing, but they were heavy, so they asked our Science and Technology Commission if there were any new materials.

At our Science and Technology Commission, there happens to be someone who also likes fishing and has seen similar things abroad.

Well... I'm just asking you out of caution." Ding Hui said, and took out two metal things from the drawer. One was made according to Tang Zhitong's drawing, and the other was more delicate and looked similar, but the entrance and exit of the fishing line were closed.

"Are you overthinking it? I'm just an ordinary person, where can I get in touch with foreign things? Is this from abroad? It does look a bit like it. What do they call it?" Tang Zhitong understood and was able to face it calmly. This was because he knew that spinning wheels have only been around for a short time. If he didn't know this, today's questioning might not be as simple as just asking questions.

"Fishing reel." Ding Hui said, and pushed the two guys in front of Tang Zhitong. "Can I get started?" Tang Zhitong pretended to be an inexperienced person, rubbing his hands back and forth on his pants, as if wiping off the sweat and dirt in his palms.

"Just look around and don't drop your hands." Seeing Tang Zhitong like this, Ding Hui was even more certain that he had no connection with foreign countries.

In fact, Ding Hui also knew in his heart that it was complete nonsense to say that Tang Zhitong had contacts with foreign countries. Tang Zhitong's rank was not high, so what kind of information could be obtained from him?
Besides, I have seen people paying money to buy intelligence from foreign countries, but how could foreign countries send more advanced gadgets to their domestic subordinates?
That’s right, this thing invented by Tang Zhitong has been recognized by several fishing experts, and they all agree that it will be better than a fishing reel after some adjustments.

Tang Zhitong took the spinning wheel first. After all, it was something he "invented", so it made sense for him to try it out first.

The spinning reel is a bit Soviet-style, and it's smooth enough, but it's a bit big, black and thick. It's made of solid materials and very heavy. If you fight with someone and hit him on the head with the spinning reel, you will definitely get a bloody head.

After a quick trial, Tang Zhitong put it down and picked up the fishing reel again.

"It's very delicately made." Tang Zhitong took the fishing reel and shook it a few times. It was as smooth as a spinning reel, but much lighter than a spinning reel.

"Well, we still have room for improvement in manufacturing technology," Ding Hui admitted frankly.

"Then... can I go now?" Tang Zhitong stood up and reluctantly put the two items to Ding Hui. If he could have such a set of things, he could take them to Shichahai after the ice melts in spring. Many fishermen would envy him to death.

Tang Zhitong felt a little depressed. He thought the Science and Technology Commission was polite when he entered the gate, but when he entered the office, it was like he was investigating a criminal. He felt a little uncomfortable.

"Comrade Xiao Tang, please be patient. Come, come, have some tea." Ding Hui seemed to see through Tang Zhitong's thoughts. He stood up, patted Tang Zhitong on the shoulder, and pushed him back to his seat.

Then he took an ashtray from his desk, took out a cigarette from his pocket and gave it to Tang Zhitong: "Come on, have a smoke."

"Maybe you haven't come across it before, but this kind of thing has to go through procedures. Chiang Kai-shek has planted a lot of snares on us, so we have to be vigilant at all times. This is not targeting you alone." Ding Hui took the initiative to light a cigarette for Tang Zhitong and explained.

"I understand, but I didn't expect this to happen to me. I was full of enthusiasm, but ended up being poured a bucket of cold water. I'm young and haven't experienced this kind of thing. Please bear with me, Director Ding." Ding Hui said something soft and Tang Zhitong felt a little embarrassed.

Now that he knew the whole story, Tang Zhitong was extra cooperative.

Ding Hui did not ask any more skeptical questions afterwards. The two discussed the design of spinning reels and improvements to their functions, such as increasing the line speed and casting distance.

Tang Zhitong gave his own opinions.

"Regarding weight, my idea is to use durable materials such as steel or alloys for key components, and consider using Bakelite to reduce weight in other places where no stress is applied." Tang Zhitong was equally forthright when talking about weight reduction.

The biggest problem with spinning reels at present is that they are too heavy. Fishing with them is like holding a watermelon in one hand. No one would choose them even if they are very convenient.

"You also know about alloys?" Ding Hui was taking notes and looked up in surprise. Domestic alloys are still in their infancy. The Science and Technology Commission is involved in and coordinating this, but it is very difficult and not many people know this professional term.

"I have also tinkered with other things, which inevitably involved the use of metals, and I have come into contact with some knowledge about materials." Tang Zhitong said, and to save words, he added: "The General Logistics Department awarded me a second-class merit. The director in charge of this project seems to be surnamed Liu. I am not in a position to tell you the details. If you are interested, you can go and ask. The General Logistics Department is just north of Jingshan Park."

Tang Zhitong also knows the importance of alloys, which are not only important now, but will also be very important decades later.

The reason why the two NASA astronauts couldn't come down was because of a nitrogen leak, and the reason for the nitrogen leak was said to be that the valve used was unqualified.

The design required the use of titanium alloy, but the product received was aluminum alloy.

The reason why I had no problem going up and down before was because I had placed the order with Brother San before, but this time I placed the order and couldn’t come back.

The astronauts have suffered so much, their faces are swollen like purple melons, and they have to celebrate Christmas and Chinese New Year on the spacecraft. We don’t know how many holidays we will celebrate in the future, and we don’t know how many people will be able to return...

Of course, this melon is not authentic.

In Cheng Shaojun's words, there will only be fewer military merits, so who would dare to cheat in the second grade or above?
Sure enough, after listening to Tang Zhitong's confident words, Ding Hui shut up and didn't want to ask any more questions. In his job, he had to consider factors such as bribery by hostile forces, and the General Logistics Department would be more strict. If he asked about it blindly, it would be easy to get into trouble.

Next, Ding Hui consulted Tang Zhitong on the issues of fishing rods and fishing lines.

Tang Zhitong knew about carbon fiber fishing rods, but with the current level of technology, there was no need to consider it at all.

As for fishing lines, it seems that nylon lines, carbon lines, PE lines and polyester lines cannot be produced at the moment.

In order to avoid unnecessary trouble, Tang Zhitong always responded by saying he didn't understand.

"The last question is a personal puzzle of mine. Why is the handle of your spinning reel designed in this shape? And it is designed to be detachable?" Ding Hui closed his notebook and didn't plan to take notes. He picked up the spinning reel and shook the handle a few times. Although he didn't fish, it did not affect his liking for the feel of the handle.

Tang Zhitong smiled. This design is a small change. It is actually an application of ergonomics. "This shape is more suitable for gripping, saving effort and making it more powerful. It is detachable. First, it is convenient for replacement after damage. Second, it is used to adjust the direction of the crank. It can be placed on the right or left. I am left-handed. There must be other left-handed people who love fishing, right?"

"I admire you! Comrade Tang is very thoughtful." After hearing Tang Zhitong's answer, Ding Hui put down the spinning wheel and exclaimed in admiration.

"You're welcome." Tang Zhitong picked up the teacup and took a few gulps. There were not many opportunities to drink tea nowadays. In this respect, the Ministry of Science and Technology was still treating him well.

"I will inform the relevant comrades of the content of the conversation. Thank you Comrade Tang for your cooperation." Ding Hui stood up and extended his hand to Tang Zhitong.

Hearing the words, he realized that this meant he was leaving. Tang Zhitong stood up, shook the phone twice, and said, "If there's nothing else, I'll leave first. I have something else to do at work."

(End of this chapter)