80: Chapter 80: The Reward from Above!

Hangjiang University.

New High-Temperature Resistant Materials Project Research Group.

Inside the laboratory, Qin Weimin and Chang Hongsheng watched seriously as Chen Bing, Wen Chenfeng, and the others conducted a maximum temperature test on a new material.

After a period of training, their movements had clearly become much more proficient; they were no longer the novices they had been when following Zhou Fan, showing rapid progress.

"Old Chang, how do you have time to come to Hangzhou City today? Is there nothing to do at the base? Or has there been another problem with the project?" Qin Weimin asked, somewhat puzzled. A rocket engineering project certainly wouldn't end so quickly. Logically, with the new high-temperature resistant material, progress should have accelerated, meaning he shouldn't have time to visit Hangzhou City at this moment.

"There's no problem with the project. On the contrary, after getting Zhou Fan's new high-temperature resistant material, our project group's progress has accelerated greatly. We've been praised by the higher-ups many times recently!" Chang Hongsheng said with a smile, though a hint of contemplation remained in his eyes.

"Then you really have to thank Zhou Fan properly!" Qin Weimin also laughed.

"Naturally, he must be thanked. Material rewards aside, the technical licensing fees will certainly not be small, but I feel those are what Zhou Fan deserves. Considering his contributions, I also applied for an honorary award for him and his company. It should be coming through soon!"

Chang Hongsheng's tone became more serious; he knew better than anyone how much Zhou Fan's new material had helped the rocket engineering project.

"Not bad, you handled this properly. Zhou Fan's identity is destined to remain low-profile, so applying for an honor for Fanmi Company is a form of compensation. Moreover, Fanmi's spirit of scientific innovation and its self-developed mobile operating system are of great significance to the country's future technological development and deserve encouragement!"

Qin Weimin nodded, clearly in full agreement with Chang Hongsheng's approach.

"Speaking of which, I was quite surprised when you told me Zhou Fan was a shareholder and the technical core of Fanmi. But thinking about it, with his strength, he is indeed qualified. President Lei of Fanmi certainly has a good eye!"

Chang Hongsheng felt a bit emotional; when he first heard the news, he had specifically sought confirmation from Zhou Fan.

The result was, of course, affirmative. He had been truly shocked at the time; Zhou Fan's versatility was simply beyond his imagination.

Not only the new high-temperature resistant material, but he had even created the Pangu mobile operating system and a series of innovative technologies in the field of smartphones...

At that time, he thought that such a genius really didn't seem suited to just staying in the Chinese Academy of Sciences to conduct research in a single field; he should blossom in all areas and contribute more to the country's technological innovation. He was a monstrous talent!

Absolutely a once-in-a-century talent!

"Actually, I came here for another reason. I want to invite Zhou Fan to the base to serve as a technical consultant. The progress of the new material in the thermal protection system is very good, but some key components require higher parameters, and progress is still a bit slow. I think he might have a way!"

Chang Hongsheng's expression returned to seriousness as he spoke again with a hint of contemplation.

"I knew you must have another mission!" Qin Weimin smiled, not at all surprised.

"Where is he? Why isn't he in the lab?" Chang Hongsheng asked, somewhat confused as he hadn't seen Zhou Fan since arriving.

"He's not at school. You'll have to go to Fanmi Company to find him. This fellow dumped the follow-up research and development of the new material on me and just left..."

Qin Weimin shook his head helplessly. He hadn't quite understood at first, but after learning about Zhou Fan's status at Fanmi from the principal and Chen Bing, he felt relieved.

"Fanmi Technology's situation seems to have always been somewhat difficult. To achieve such success in the high-end smartphone field in such a short time since its founding, it's inevitable for other companies to target them. It's understandable that he went back to the company!"

Chang Hongsheng nodded, then stood up and walked outside.

"Leaving now?"

"Time is pressing. I want to go and ask him what he thinks first; the base is still waiting!"

"Then I'll go with you!"

Qin Weimin quickly followed. He hadn't seen Zhou Fan for a long time either, and since there were still some issues with the follow-up research of the new high-temperature resistant material at the school, he also wanted to talk in person.

"Alright!"

"Wait for me a moment. I'll explain some things to Chen Bing and the others and be right there!"

"I'll wait for you outside..."

...

Hangzhou City Development Planning Center.

Meng Ziang had a bitter look on his face, his expression filled with frustration.

"Director Zheng, Fanmi is now our most representative emerging technology company in Hangzhou City. The five-story building where they work is only separated from our industrial park by a single road. Tell me, how can I not be anxious?"

"As long as Qianjiang Village is included in the industrial park, I am confident that we can build a high-tech industrial chain centered around Fanmi Technology, attracting promising technology companies from all over the country!"

"By then, our industrial park can achieve scale and continuously attract talent, even making a name for itself nationwide. Isn't that the ultimate goal of our development park?"

Meng Ziang grew more excited as he spoke, nearly thumping his chest in guarantee that if Qianjiang Village were handed over and Fanmi entrusted to him, he would return a nationally renowned high-tech industrial park!

"Old Meng, it's not that I don't want to do this, but the industrial park's planning has already been released. Any change would be a slight move affecting the whole situation. It's very difficult to handle!"

Zheng Guochang was also somewhat helpless and conflicted. He also knew that Fanmi had great momentum recently and might truly become a representative enterprise for Hangzhou City in the future.

But to arbitrarily change a long-settled plan for a company founded less than a year ago was not so easy. The planning center was not a one-man show, nor was it his decision alone; he was also in a difficult position.

"Director Zheng..."

Meng Ziang wanted to continue persuading him, but the office landline suddenly rang.

Zheng Guochang picked up the phone and waved his hand, signaling for silence.

Meng Ziang could only swallow his words, his heart feeling heavy.

"This is Zheng Guochang. Kyoto?" After picking up the phone, Zheng Guochang, who had been sitting, suddenly stood up, his expression instantly becoming serious.

"Fanmi Technology? Yes, I know. Good, good, I'll arrange it immediately!"

"Yes, please rest assured, leader!"

"We will certainly take this seriously!"

"..."

After hanging up, Zheng Guochang fell into silence.

Meng Ziang was also dazed.

He wasn't stupid. From the fragments of Zheng Guochang's phone conversation, the mention of Fanmi Technology, and his current expression, something big must have happened.

He couldn't help but feel a bit apprehensive.

Could Fanmi Company have gotten into some kind of trouble and even alerted Kyoto?!!!

Just as he was hesitating whether to ask about the situation, he heard Zheng Guochang speak first.

"I've decided to approve your application. Qianjiang Village will be included in the high-tech industrial park!"

"Leader, why did you suddenly change your mind?" Meng Ziang was still dazed, unable to believe that happiness had come so suddenly, and couldn't help but ask.

"A call just came from above. Fanmi's chief technology officer solved a major problem for a Key National Rocket Engineering Project. The higher-ups emphasized that we must commend them..."

Zheng Guochang let out a soft breath, internally shocked as well. When he received that call, his surprise was no less than Meng Ziang's now; he was even somewhat startled.

A company and individual that Kyoto specifically wanted to commend—he understood perfectly well the implications behind this. If this matter wasn't handled well, he might have to vacate his position for someone else.

With this phone call, he naturally had the confidence to push forward with the inclusion of Qianjiang Village into the industrial park.

"Solved a problem for the rocket engineering project!!"

Meng Ziang's expression was also shaken.

A technology officer from a mobile phone company solved a problem for a national-level rocket engineering project??

At this moment, Zheng Guochang was still thinking, feeling it was still not enough, and immediately spoke again in a deep voice:

"For such an excellent technology enterprise, we should have targeted support policies. In the future, any reasonable request from this company can be given a green light!"

"You just said their office building only has five floors, right? That's too small; it certainly won't be enough in the future. Allocate a piece of land in the industrial park for them to build a building. Let's grant them free usage rights for ten years. After ten years, we'll see their development; if they intend to purchase it, sell it at the current market price..."

"Also, go and prepare a plaque immediately. I will personally deliver it to Fanmi Technology. We can make the occasion a bit more grand!"

After making a series of arrangements, Zheng Guochang let out a soft breath and stopped, while also considering if there was anything he had missed.

"A... a plaque?" By this time, Meng Ziang was completely stunned.

However, he quickly reacted and instantly understood the leader's meaning.

This was undoubtedly a signal to other domestic technology companies, as well as a form of protection for Fanmi. This way, if anyone wanted to strike from the shadows in the future, they would have to think twice!

At this moment, he was even more certain that Fanmi Technology would surely be a key target for national support in the future. His original vision of building a high-tech industrial park with Fanmi as the core, encompassing the entire industrial chain, would surely be realized!

Suppressing his inner excitement, he nodded solemnly.

"I'll get right on it!!"