Rebirth 1975: Tore up the call-back order at the beginning

In the conference room, everyone fell silent when they heard that Mr. Chen had something to announce, and all their eyes focused on Mr. Chen.

Mr. Chen coughed lightly and then said: "Comrades, due to my physical condition, I can no longer serve the country, so I have decided to resign from the position of general manager of the Scythe Project..."

Before he finished speaking, the entire conference room exploded in an instant.

Except for Zhou Yang, no one was aware of this matter. It could be said that there was no warning at all.

However, everyone knows that Mr. Chen's physical condition has not been very good in the past two years. Not only is his energy not very good, but he often becomes out of breath when he coughs, which makes him uncomfortable to watch.

Seeing everyone in the conference room talking incessantly, Mr. Chen raised his hand and pressed down to signal everyone to be quiet.

Soon, the room became quiet again.

Mr. Chen said again: "After study and decision by the Presbyterian Council, Comrade Zhou Yang is now appointed as the general person in charge of the Sickle Project, and is fully responsible for the follow-up actions of the Sickle Project. I also ask you to cooperate with Comrade Zhou Yang as you have cooperated with me to implement the Sickle Project. good!"

As soon as he finished speaking, Minister Xu from the Ministry of Commerce took the lead and said: "Mr. Chen, please rest assured that we will keep your instructions in mind and cooperate with Comrade Zhou Yang!"

Song Wenzhong also echoed: "Mr. Chen, the Sickle Project is the joint effort of all comrades. We all hope that this plan can achieve our expected goals, and we will definitely support and cooperate with Comrade Zhou Yang."

Minister Wang from the Ministry of Health also took over and said: "Mr. Chen, don't worry, we will obey Comrade Zhou Yang's leadership..."

"Old Chen..."

After hearing everyone's opinions, Mr. Chen nodded with satisfaction.

Then, he said with a hint of emotion: "Comrades, in the past few years of working with you, I seem to have returned to the days when I was working on the revolution decades ago. Although I am a little busy and a little tired, we all know that we We are doing the right thing and our future is bright and promising.”

"I also want to follow you energetic young people, criticize Fang Qiu, point out the country, and contribute my own little strength to the development of the country and the nation. But I am already old. Not only can I no longer walk, but my brain is also damaged. I am often confused, so I can only leave the burden to you,"

"I hope you will work tirelessly and bravely shoulder the important responsibilities of the times. I also hope you can adhere to the purpose of serving the people, forge ahead with a high-spirited attitude of struggle, and achieve a great career through hard work..."

Before he finished speaking, there was a burst of warm applause in the conference room.

After a long time, the applause subsided, and Mr. Chen said to Zhou Yang: "Comrade Zhou Yang, please say a few words!"

Zhou Yang did not pretend to be pretentious and said directly: "First of all, I would like to thank Mr. Chen and all the leaders for their trust in entrusting me with such an important national plan. For me, this not only represents the recognition of my superiors, but also A spur to me.”

"Secondly, I would also like to express my position here. Time has passed and I was born at the right time. Today's situation is changing rapidly. It is a challenge and an opportunity. I will work with everyone to make our Chinese people work hard and not be afraid of difficulties. The spirit of tenacity and hard work is integrated into the blood, shouldering the heavy responsibility of history, and writing a gorgeous historical chapter in the historical period of youth and dynamism. "

"Finally, I also hope that the entire Scythe Project team can contribute to the new era with youth and struggle, keep in mind the instructions, fulfill the mission, never forget the original intention, and live up to the time..."

The sound fell, and there was thunderous applause!

..............

In the office, Zhou Yang and Mr. Chen sat opposite each other across a desk.

Just after the meeting ended, Zhou Yang was called to the office by Mr. Chen.

After sitting down, Mr. Chen looked at Zhou Yang and said, "I know you have a lot of questions. It's just the two of us now. If you have anything to say, feel free to ask!"

Zhou Yang pondered for a moment, then said: "Mr. Chen, didn't I say that you would leave the Scythe Project after the harvest is over? How could you decide to leave so quickly?"

Mr. Chen was silent for a while, then sighed and said: "The doctor said that my body must undergo surgery. If it continues any longer, I may not be able to breathe and die at any time, so I can't go on with you."

"You are always sick..."

"I know that your boy is a generalist and has strong attainments in medical research, but don't worry about my disease. Experts have diagnosed it many times. There is no other way except surgery." Old Chen said.

"Is the success rate of the operation high?" Zhou Yang asked again.

"I'm already this old. Does it matter whether I'm tall or not? Even if the operation is successful, how many years can I live?"

Then Mr. Chen smiled and said again: "So I told the medical staff that the operation is to do everything according to fate, and let nature take its course if it succeeds or fails."

After hearing this, Zhou Yang felt somewhat depressed.

Although he knew that this old man could live for four or five years, he had suffered a lot in the last few years.

Seeing Zhou Yang like this, Mr. Chen smiled and said, "You are a new official taking office today, why are you looking so sad? Be happy!"

"I..."

"Xiao Zhou, I have been participating in the revolution since I was a teenager, which means it has been sixty or seventy years ago. I have seen bullets and bullets, and I have fought wits and courage with the enemy. But it is the Scythe Project that I have presided over in the past few years that fascinates me the most. Feel comfortable, so I want to thank you..."

Zhou Yang said hurriedly: "Don't say that. Without you, we wouldn't have achieved what we have achieved now."

This is not a compliment from Zhou Yang to Mr. Chen, but he really thinks so.

Even though he was the first to propose the Sickle Project, it would definitely not be possible for him, Lu Zhengjun and others to achieve its current scale.

If nothing else, just relying on a few of these young people would not be able to mobilize so many resources, and those ministerial-level bosses and experts and professors in related fields would not obey their orders.

Therefore, the existence of Mr. Jiang and Mr. Chen is particularly important. They are the anchors of the entire Scythe Plan.

"You are so humble. With your commanding ability and strong insight into the world economy, you can implement this plan well even without me, an old man." Chen Laodao said.

Zhou Yang shook his head and said: "You, old lady, think highly of me. Even if I have three heads and six arms, I would not be able to mobilize so many Hot Wheels without your support!"

"Okay, let's not talk about it anymore. Letting you serve as the commander-in-chief of the Scythe Project is unanimously agreed by the Presbyterian Council. From now on, you will be directly responsible to the Presbyterian Council!"

Then Mr. Chen continued: "In addition, Mr. Xu will no longer serve as the minister of the Ministry of Commerce in the future, but will focus on the work of the Scythe Project and be your deputy!"

"Is it appropriate for Minister Xu to be my deputy?" Zhou Yang said.

"Haha, what's inappropriate? Liang Shi has already served as a political commissar for you. Xiao Xu's qualifications are almost the same as Liang Shi's. What do you have to worry about!" Mr. Chen said with a smile.

"That's different!"

"If there's anything different, why don't you tell me?" Old Chen said.

Zhou Yang said immediately: "Lao Liang and I didn't know each other before. What's more, the dean can't lead the political commissar. We can only be partners at best."

"But Lao Xu is different. When he was a minister before, I was just a regiment-level cadre. Later, I served as deputy director and director under Lao Xu for ten consecutive years. Now I am asked to serve as a leader for Lao Xu. It feels strange. weird!"

"Haha, I knew your kid would say that. To tell you the truth, it was Xiao Xu who brought this up, so you can rest assured now!" Chen Laoyu said in surprise.

"What... did Lao Xu take the initiative?"

"Yes, Xiao Xu is going to be old soon. Based on his situation, it is likely that he will work on some idle committee for two years and then retire normally. He doesn't want to sit on the bench, so he offered to be your deputy. We After some discussion, we agreed, so you don’t have to feel any psychological pressure,” Mr. Chen explained.

"It turns out that's the case, I'm relieved!"

Finally, Zhou Yang said again: "What about the institute?"

"I told those old guys about your idea, and they also think what you said makes sense, so you continue to be the director of the 18th Research Institute, and work harder in the future!" Old Chen said.

After hearing this, Zhou Yang immediately breathed a sigh of relief and said immediately: "Yes!"

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