102: Chapter 102 Jiangnan Aviation Group!!

Zhao's Father and Zhao's Mother heard what Zhao Jun said and looked at the expression on his face, his smile practically reaching his ears.

The two of them looked at each other and immediately asked curiously:

"What kind of job is it? To make my son so proud?"

Zhao's Mother teased.

But in her heart, she was also happy for Zhao Jun.

Who wouldn't want their son to do well?

"Dad, Mom!" Zhao Jun shoveled a mouthful of rice into his mouth, swallowed, and then said:

"Me? I'm currently following a great talent, a pillar of the nation, working on a major national project."

Zhao Jun put down his chopsticks and gestured with both hands, telling Zhao's Father and Zhao's Mother just how incredible his project was.

His words left Zhao's Father and Zhao's Mother completely shocked, their eyes lighting up.

"My son is truly amazing!"

Zhao's Mother laughed heartily, in an exceptionally good mood, and placed a piece of braised pork into Zhao Jun's bowl.

"Mom, I'm full!"

Zhao Jun said, feeling both happy and helpless.

"Eat more. My son is contributing to the country now; you can't let your health suffer from hunger."

Zhao's Mother said.

Zhao's Father had rarely smiled since he fell ill.

Zhao Jun's sudden return tonight and the stories about his work had put him in a great mood, bringing many more smiles to his face.

"My son has truly made something of himself!"

Zhao's Father sighed with emotion, his face full of gratification.

"So, Dad, just focus on your treatment, and Mom, you focus on taking care of Dad."

Zhao Jun urged them.

"Alright, alright, we'll listen to you. Quick, eat!"

Zhao's Mother nodded in agreement, looking at Zhao Jun dotingly.

The family was full of joy and harmony.

The next day, Zhao Jun enjoyed a rare sleep-in, spent time with his parents at home, and then took his father to the hospital for a check-up.

The third day.

His high school classmates found out Zhao Jun was back and organized a gathering, inviting him to attend.

Zhao Jun readily agreed.

...

On the other side.

Xu's Heavy Industry had become uncharacteristically quiet; only a few workers who hadn't gone home and the Security Bureau comrades stationed there remained in the entire factory area.

Early in the morning, after inspecting the Underground Research Institute, Xu Hao took Wang Qian and headed to Jiangnan Aviation Group.

The 6th Generation Stealth Bomber project had been under development for some time now.

Some essential components would need to be supplied successively later on.

Therefore, Xu Hao planned to take advantage of the holiday break to personally visit Jiangnan Aviation Group and check on their production status.

What Jiangnan Aviation was providing for the 6th Generation aircraft was the engine.

Of course, it wasn't the entire engine, but rather parts of it.

The main part of the engine was still the responsibility of Engineer Fang Yuan's team.

Before long.

Xu Hao and Wang Qian arrived at the headquarters of Jiangnan Aviation Group.

Since they had given prior notice, someone personally greeted them and led them to General Manager Lu Zhiguo's office.

As soon as they entered the office, Xu Hao saw General Manager Lu Zhiguo inside.

"Chairman Xu, long time no see!"

General Manager Lu Zhiguo hurriedly stood up to greet him when he saw Xu Hao enter.

Recently, Xu's Heavy Industry had become quite famous.

Famous in every sense of the word.

Consequently, General Manager Lu Zhiguo showed even more respect to Xu Hao than before.

"General Manager Lu, I hope you have been well."

Xu Hao lightly shook hands with General Manager Lu Zhiguo and then let go.

Wang Qian also shook hands with him, smiled politely, and then sat on the sofa with Xu Hao.

After some small talk, Xu Hao got straight to the point and said to General Manager Lu Zhiguo:

"General Manager Lu, I'm sure you know the purpose of my visit."

"Let's not waste time here; let's go straight to the research lab!"

He had come to Jiangnan Aviation mainly to check on the engine production.

Therefore, he didn't want to waste too much time here.

"Alright! Then let's go to the research lab and take a look!"

General Manager Lu Zhiguo nodded and then led Xu Hao and Wang Qian to the laboratory.

It had to be said.

Although Jiangnan Aviation's laboratory couldn't compare to Xu's Heavy Industry's Underground Research Institute, it was already much better than typical external Research Institutes.

All kinds of equipment were available, and the security measures were excellent.

As soon as Xu Hao entered, he walked straight to the R&D workshop.

However, when he saw the engine currently in production, his brow couldn't help but furrow slightly.

Currently.

He had prepared two sets of engine plans.

One was a Vector engine.

The other was an upgraded Turbofan engine.

The former had super-strong thrust and flexible steering performance.

But because it involved many difficult points and key technologies.

It could be built, but not entirely.

Simply put, Xu Hao could build it alone.

But if he wanted other researchers to produce it as well, it would probably take some time.

On the other hand, the Turbofan engine, with its mature technology, strong thrust, and stable performance, was the best choice.

Therefore, Xu Hao intended to use the upgraded Turbofan engine for the 6th Generation Stealth Bomber.

As for the Vector engine, it would have its use later on.

He believed it wouldn't be long before it made its appearance.

General Manager Lu Zhiguo, standing to the side, also noticed the slight change in Xu Hao's expression.

He couldn't help but ask curiously:

"Engineer Xu, have you discovered some problem?"

Xu Hao shook his head, then nodded.

"There's a fair few problems!"

He stepped forward, looking a bit hesitant, but after thinking it over, he spoke bluntly:

"General Manager Lu, this model of engine you've developed doesn't meet the standards!"

Xu Hao knew that saying this would certainly make General Manager Lu unhappy.

But the truth was that the model Jiangnan Aviation was currently producing was completely incompatible with the engine core that Engineer Fang Yuan and his team were developing.

If installed this way, it would lead to a power imbalance.

A failed project would be a minor issue; if an accident occurred, the entire Underground Research Institute would be finished!

Xu Hao didn't care whether he was happy about it or not and spoke plainly.

After all, the project was the priority; everything else was secondary.

As expected.

Hearing Xu Hao's words, General Manager Lu Zhiguo's face immediately darkened.

"Mr. Xu, this model of engine is already the most advanced and high-performing one in our Jiangnan Aviation Group!"

In response, Xu Hao still shook his head.

"No! This model of engine definitely won't work!"

General Manager Lu Zhiguo's expression was already very unsightly, and he even seemed slightly angry.

"Mr. Xu, if even the latest engine model built by our Jiangnan Aviation Group isn't good enough, then those built by other aviation R&D companies in Dragon Country will be even worse!"

"For this engine, we have invested a lot of R&D funds and even invited many researchers."

General Manager Lu Zhiguo's voice grew a bit colder.

Although Xu Hao was the chairman of a state-owned enterprise, so was he!

Saying to his face that the engine developed by Jiangnan Aviation was no good—wasn't that a direct slap to his face?

Xu Hao didn't speak, thinking about how to solve this problem.

"This engine absolutely cannot be used!"

Xu Hao thought to himself.

This was, after all, a national project, a military 6th Generation Stealth Bomber; the stakes were high, and there was no room for the slightest oversight.

And it certainly couldn't be delayed because of this issue.

Therefore...

"Secretary Wang, give me a pen and paper!"

Xu Hao raised an eyebrow, giving instructions to Wang Qian while quickly walking toward a nearby table.

Hearing this.

Wang Qian was slightly taken aback, but immediately took out a pen and paper from her bag, caught up with Xu Hao, and handed them to him.

Without a word, Xu Hao spread out the paper and began writing.

General Manager Lu Zhiguo didn't know what Xu Hao wanted to do; he was stunned and a bit confused.

However, seeing his actions, General Manager Lu Zhiguo let out a cold snort...

"What? Does he want to whip up a whole engine design plan for me right here on the spot?"

"Does he really think he's some big shot?"

He sneered in his heart.