The Iron and Steel Frenzy of the Republic of China

For the residents of Shanghai, the Merchants Fair this time can be regarded as the only good thing they have encountered this year that deserves their joy and pride.

On the ground in China, mainly Chinese people, hold a conference where foreigners from all over the world will bring their favorite products to participate in the competition. Although it is just a new big company preparing for its own needs, most of the shareholders are still foreigners. But as long as anyone who knows the situation knows that there are countless opportunities here, they are actually prepared for the Chinese.

No matter if you work in a major factory, work in a foreign company, or work in a mixed government agency, you have more or less learned that as long as the famous factories in Shanghai are not blown up by the Japanese devils, they basically participated this time. Not to mention others, just Jiangnan Shipbuilding Institute and the newly established Marine Equipment Institute. The products produced by the two companies involve all aspects of Shanghai's industry. The number is not large, but it involves a wide range of areas. It is simply a general mobilization of the Chinese industrial circles in Shanghai.

In the past month, many newspapers have been publicizing this matter in lengthy articles. Countless citizens and foreigners have been wandering outside Yangshupu Wharf in an endless stream. They were all stopped by the police and patrols. From a distance, the giant tower cranes and driving cars that rose from the ground one after another can already be imagined, what kind of grand and spectacular ceremony is being held.

Famous and well-known manufacturers from all over the world have basically come here. The major hotels and restaurants in the Shanghai Concession are almost full. The wharf warehouses originally affected by the war are unprecedentedly tense and full, which makes the proprietors happy. Thanks to the big boss Zhu Bin who brought it all.

The Shanghai Bund, which was devastated by the war and was scarred and damaged, has returned to bustling and prosperous within a few months. If you don’t look at the ruined Zhabei, you can’t imagine how it looks like it has just experienced the baptism of war.

"Everyone in Shanghai wants to thank you, and I want to thank you too!"

In the venue at the pier, Su Huixin, a young reporter from "Shanghai News", stared with black and white eyes wide open, while marveling at how many people crowded the entire riverside, she didn't forget to praise the smiling faces in suits and leather shoes next to her. A few words from Zhu Bin.

As the major shareholder and the host of the whole event, Zhu Bin stood at the entrance of the second floor of the huge temporary steel structure venue, and greeted exhibitors from all directions. Within half an hour, his cheeks were almost cramp from laughing. .

But this time, he didn't pretend to be exhausted, but he was sincerely happy. Looking at the exhibits inside and the list of exhibitors, the influence of this conference has been unprecedented. I don't know how many business opportunities will be bred!Not only will "Global Express Logistics" be an instant hit, the key is that he has an important window to show his strength to the world and get cooperation!

However, just these days when the preparations were coming to an end, the little girl Su Huixin, who had returned from training in the United States, came to her door again. She hadn't seen her for a few months, and she seemed calm and capable. She must have broadened her horizons and sharpened her will during her time in the United States. He also got a part-time job in the Oriental Current Affairs section of the "New York Times", and his whole spirit changed, which surprised Zhu Bin very much.

This time, the generous and calm Ms. Su no longer had the initial embarrassment and panic. She wore uniform trousers and carried a camera all day long, following Zhu Bin's interviews and taking pictures. Very well done.

Just like now, she stood aside naturally, taking pictures of important scenes, saying this casually, without seeming abrupt at all.

Zhu Bin took a look at her while he was busy, and saw the pink and youthful little reporter playfully blinking his long eyelashes, showing a hint of playfulness, and his cute and naive attitude made people's hearts flutter, and he couldn't help feeling a wave of heat rushing through his chest, and asked: "Why are you thanking me?"

Su Huixin's straight nose wrinkled into two lovely lines, and she snapped her fingers in a serious way and said, "Look, since I was in charge of your report, I quickly got a column for "Shanghai News", and now I'm giving it to "New York Times" "'s press releases are even more sought-after than Mr. Hull's. The remuneration for each issue makes all the classmates and colleagues jealous. If you are not so busy all day long, I would like to treat you to a meal to express my gratitude. .”

"So I still have such a great use!" Zhu Bin grinned exaggeratedly and said with a giggle, "Since that's the case, you just invited me to dinner and dismissed it, isn't it a bit stingy!"

"Then what are you thinking? She is a girl, shouldn't you be flattered to take the initiative to invite you to dinner? Don't you have other ideas?" Su Huixin was really generous and aggressive, and she glared at him with a look Bad taste.

Zhu Bin shrugged, spread his hands and said, "How dare I! Now you, Miss Su, are the first flower in Shanghai's press circle. I don't know how many people are staring at me! As far as you interview me all day long, there are already many People can't wait to smash the rear window of my house at night."

"Hmph, exaggeration." Su Huixin praised him gently, two dimples were sunken on her cheeks, the corners of her mouth were tilted up arrogantly, her eyeballs rolled around, and she asked gossipingly, "By the way, many people treat you that way." Miss Jones, a beautiful blonde assistant, is very interested, could you tell me about your real relationship?"

The corner of Zhu Bin's mouth twitched, his forehead jumped, he glanced at her strangely, and muttered in his heart: "This little girl has changed so fast! After a few months, she will soon become a tabloid paparazzi." Yes, this kind of question is so natural, it’s really..."

He coughed twice, rubbed his nose and said, "This question... don't ask if it involves personal privacy? You see, there are guests again, and I have to be busy. Haha, let's talk about this another day?"

After a haha, he pulled away and left, meeting the red-faced Wang Zhu and his party, and shook hands warmly.Su Huixin stomped her feet angrily, bit her lips and muttered bitterly: "Cunning guy, I don't believe I can't find out your details!" At the same time, she was a little surprised at her boldness, thought wildly for a moment, and quickly shook her head to straighten her mind. immerse in work.

"Brother Yu Peng, everything is ready?" Zhu Bin enthusiastically took Wang Zhu's hand, and after greeting everyone, he asked with concern.

Wang Zhu waved his hand vigorously: "Everything is in place! The two modified water patrol trainers are all in place, and the new carrier-based aircraft has also been tested and flown, and its performance is completely in line with your design."

"That's good!" Zhu Bin felt relieved, could he slap Boeing face-to-face this time, their preparation is the key, and they can't make any mistakes, and then asked, "How is the test pilot I found for you? I'm satisfied with it." Is it?"

Wang Zhu nodded vigorously: "It's more than satisfied! That little guy named Gong Lang is no less courageous than you, and his skills are almost the only ones we have ever seen in our lives! He is a genius who eats the rice bowl of flying! Thanks to him, he was able to fly so quickly. Settle down."

"That's good! He is the future aviation team leader I have booked." The little brother was praised, and Zhu Bin's face was also radiant.

Leading Wang Zhu into the grand exhibition hall, Wang Zhu glanced at Su Huixin who was paying attention, raised his eyebrows and asked with a smile, "I said, Hanchen, how far have you and that Miss Su family progressed? How can I leave others alone?"

Zhu Bin grinned, and said angrily, "Brother Yu Peng, don't you, an uncle like you, get involved in our young people's affairs?"

Wang Zhu stared, and said angrily, "How am I like an uncle? My brother is only in his thirties, in his prime, as young as you said?"

"It's forty years old!" Zhu Bin's lips were broken, and he revealed his details mercilessly. The two guys who were almost in their teens started teasing, which caused Wang Xiaofeng and others beside him to burst into laughter.Turning her head to look at Su Huixin from time to time, she blushed for a while looking at the little beauty inexplicably.

Talking and laughing into the venue, Zhu Bin pointed to a group of Americans who were chatting in a small circle and said: "Old William from Boeing has led the team in person, and it seems that he is determined to win. Does your brother go to say hello first?"

"Go, why don't you go?!" Wang Zhu's complexion darkened, a gloomy look flashed in his eyes, he said in a deep voice, and strode over.

Zhu Bin grinned silently, and followed closely behind. When he got close, he shouted in an exaggerated tone: "Ah! Dear Robert, I finally saw you again. Are you okay?"

A young man turned around in surprise when he heard the sound. It was Robert Short who hadn't seen him for several months. At this moment, he was wearing a valuable handmade suit, and he was 27 years old, with a handsome face and meticulous hairstyle, looks personable, natural and unrestrained outstanding.

Seeing Zhu Bin approaching with his arms wide open, he hesitated a bit awkwardly, stepped forward to hug each other vigorously, slapped each other's backs vigorously, and then held hands and talked.

Zhu Bin looked him up and down, nodded and said in praise: "It seems that you are doing well, have you been promoted?"

Xiao Te nodded, glanced at the half-grown gray-haired man next to him, and said, "Yes. I would also like to thank you for your help, which allowed me to successfully obtain the order from the Chinese Air Force. It's just about your cooperation with the company. I'm very sorry."

After helping the Chinese Air Force to beat up Japan and shoot down four fighter planes, after receiving a medal for his outstanding achievements, Short had to go back to China under the strong protest of Japan, and got the order of 12 Boeing 218 fighter planes promised by Zhu Bin. The performance of 30 US dollars allowed him to gain a firm foothold, and the many improvement ideas and patented technologies brought back to the company were more valued, and he was immediately promoted.

It's just that Zhu Bin didn't expect that after Zhu Bin arrived in the United States, he excitedly recommended cooperation, but because of the company's blunt arrogance, he messed up, for which he felt very guilty.

Zhu Bin shrugged indifferently: "That's not your responsibility. After all, you are just a sales manager in charge of the Chinese market, and you don't have the right to decide such big things. However, I am very happy that you can come to the bidding meeting. When we are done, we will Have a good drink?"

"No problem." Short was a straightforward person, not good at hypocrisy, nodded in agreement, and then prepared to introduce his colleagues and superiors next to him.

At this moment, Wang Zhu was already standing face to face with the half-grown old man, and smiled faintly at him. Wang Zhu said, "Mr. Boing, long time no see! Do you still remember me?"

William Edward Boeing looked at him suspiciously, and it took more than ten seconds before he suddenly remembered, and exclaimed in surprise: "Oh! God! I never expected to see you again, dear king, hello! "

I haven't seen each other for 15 years. In the past, Shi Erlang was a talented Chinese engineer who was just a fledgling. Now he not only has a bulging belly, his hair is much thinner, and his face is also wrinkled. If he is not too impressed, William almost didn't recognize him. Hold up the meritorious men of Boeing in one hand.

Wang Zhu twitched his cheeks with difficulty, hugged him politely with stiff limbs, and then distanced himself, looking at this old boss who was full of energy but already graying at the temples. Speaking of.

Mr. Boing didn’t seem to have any psychological barriers at all, and he was completely enthusiastic about reuniting with an old friend after a long absence. He smiled happily and said, “It’s great to see you here! Dear Wang, you are also here to participate in this event. Is it for a tender? Well, which company is it representing?"

According to his impression and the news he had heard over the years, this highly skilled former partner would not do anything other than aircraft-related work. Being able to come this time must not be as simple as watching the excitement.

"Curtiss China United Aircraft Corporation." Wang Zhu said slowly, word by word.

William Boeing's face darkened suddenly, he stared at Wang Zhu and asked in an unbelievable tone, "You mean, Curtis?!"