Rebirth of the 1980s: The Military Industry Empire

"Another nine million in the account!" Zhang Chao's face was filled with excitement: "Yangzi, you're really amazing!"

"What's so amazing? This kind of wealth only comes occasionally and not every day. We still need to focus on our military products and earn money with real skills in the future. I won't be showing my face anymore. You'll be responsible for the upcoming transactions. Don't let outsiders find out. Even if they do, it has nothing to do with our Factory 960."

"Don't worry, Yangzi, I'll definitely handle this matter properly," Zhang Chao said. "What about you? What are you going to do next?"

Of course, he was going back to the grasslands. Xiaoqian was still waiting for him there! This time, it was an urgent telegram from the Navy that called him back. Taking a plane was too extravagant, so Xiaoqian didn't come back with him.

He didn't expect to be so busy after returning. In the blink of an eye, a week had passed. It was time to go back to his wife, no, cough cough, to continue working on the third-generation tank. This was a major event related to the army's development!

"Ding-ling-ling!" Just then, the office phone rang. Zhang Chao picked up the phone and heard the voice of the gatekeeper.

"Hello, what? Some foreigners have arrived and want to see Director Qin?" Zhang Chao was very curious. "Did they announce their names? What? Can't understand? Let the foreigners come to the phone!"

While waiting, Zhang Chao helplessly said, "Alas, it seems we should train our gatekeepers in foreign languages. Our factory often encounters foreigners, so they need to master a basic foreign language. Hello, where are you from?"

"People from McDonnell Douglas." Zhang Chao covered the microphone and said to Qin Yang.

People from McDonnell Douglas? Are they here for the passenger plane project?

Qin Yang thought for a moment: "Please invite them to the conference room and see what they have to say."

Soon, several people walked in from outside. The leader was actually the president of McDonnell Douglas!

Qin Yang quickly greeted him: "Mr. President? Why didn't you make it clear? My subordinates don't recognize you. I should have gone to the gate, no, to the airport to pick you up."

John McDonnell stopped his heavy footsteps, looked at Qin Yang with a complex expression, and didn't speak.

"Well, the last time I went to McDonnell Douglas, I received a warm reception from you. Why didn't you notify me when you came to the East this time? I would have liked to be a good host. Come in, let's talk first. After we finish, I'll treat you to a big meal! Chaozi, what are you waiting for? Go pour coffee for the guests!"

McDonnell sat on the comfortable sofa, his eyes still fixed on Qin Yang, and slowly said, "Director Qin, I heard that you are very busy and haven't been in the capital recently. So, are you aware of what's been happening in the capital?"

"What happened?" Qin Yang really didn't know.

"The last time we came to the East, we were warmly welcomed and the atmosphere was harmonious. But this time, many of the people we originally got along with well are afraid to communicate with us. The cooperation proposals we put forward have also come to nothing. We have been neglected! Director Qin, do you know what's going on?" McDonnell's attitude was very amiable, but his words already carried a hint of dissatisfaction.

"Neglected? That's too much. How could they do that? Mr. McDonnell, please tell me if there's anything I can help with. I will definitely do my best," Qin Yang said. "They're going too far. I haven't been in the capital recently. If I find out, I'll definitely go to their door and scold them!"

Looking at Qin Yang's angry expression, McDonnell thought for a moment and then said, "Director Qin, McDonnell Douglas needs help, and we won't mistreat those who help us. Tell me, how much of an activity budget do you need to help McDonnell Douglas? Or, to stop creating obstacles for McDonnell Douglas?"

These foreigners are too straightforward, aren't they? Where's Zhang Zhongzhen? Why didn't he come with them? I guess he's busy trying to persuade some leaders? If he had come, these words would have been more tactful and pleasant.

However, I was also straightforward about asking for benefits back then. I guess these people see me as that kind of person. Or, are these people secretly looking for evidence? As long as I accept a bribe, there will be trouble next?

Qin Yang smiled: "Mr. McDonnell, you've misunderstood. I hate the scum who are bought off with sugar-coated bullets the most. I won't take a penny from you, and I won't create obstacles for you. I don't have that much power."

Hmph, you didn't say that back in America!

"How about ten million US dollars?"

"Mr. McDonnell, if you continue to talk about money, then you are insulting my personality." Qin Yang's tone became a little heavier: "You have come from afar, you are my guests. Can we communicate normally?"

"Okay, Director Qin, then tell me, what do you want?"

"It's not what I want, it's what you want," Qin Yang said. "You're here to promote your products, shouldn't you understand what you're best at and what the customer needs?"

"Director Qin, I'm all ears," McDonnell said seriously.

The other party didn't speak.

"Your forte is still military aircraft, especially your newly developed F-18 Hornet. This aircraft is simply a groundbreaking product! Bubble cockpit, leading-edge extensions, twin engines, twin tails, this aircraft should have a large market."

McDonnell reacted: "Director Qin, are you saying that we should promote our F-18 fighter to your air force?"

"That's right. Look how proactive Grumman is. They came to promote their products and even filmed an air combat movie. Now they're in the limelight. Their Tomcat has gained public recognition. Your Hornet will have to sell a lot fewer. Shouldn't you actively expand your market? Especially the blank market in our East."

"Director Qin, doesn't your country like the Tomcat?"

"Of course, we do, but the price is too expensive. Your F-18 was originally developed because the Navy couldn't bear the high cost of the Tomcat. The price of this aircraft must be much cheaper than the Tomcat. Our air force might be able to afford it."