The ups and downs of life in the Siheyuan

In Vice-Principal Dong's office, Director Li was holding a tea cup and staring at Vice-Principal Dong with a smile as he read the newspaper.

"I never expected that a person who was engaged in technological inventions would turn his side job into a master. I have only seen such people in Western novels.

You will probably have headaches in the future. The art class in the School of Architecture has always wanted to find a good teacher.

Li Yuan is really good at carving, and Professor Luo will probably be more interested in it. He has been clamoring to recruit some art masters who understand architectural design."

"This is what I'm worried about, so I'm here to ask you for some tips."

"Pull him down. You can figure this out on your own. I won't help you at most." Vice Principal Dong looked at Director Li with a smile.

"That won't work. You also know the current situation of our country. It is mainly digesting and absorbing Western engines. Major enterprises are in urgent need of professional talents.

I have learned that although the machinery factory has never claimed that the engine was designed by Li Yuan, Professor Zhang Ran confirmed Li Yuan's statement from other channels.

That engine was indeed designed and invented by him and has now begun mass production.

The performance indicators are quite excellent, and its biggest features are simple structure and easy maintenance.

It was this engine that impressed Professor Zhang, so he recruited Li Yuan into the project team."

"Oh! It seems that this classmate Li Yuan is still an inventive genius."

"Principal Dong, you support us!"

“In principle, I support you on this matter, but the construction of spiritual civilization is also very important.

If Comrade Xiao Li has spare time, he can also participate in the creation of art classes."

Vice-Principal Dong was already partial to the art class in his heart. An art master's influence on the school was far greater than that of an engineer who didn't know his future.

Not to mention, he also believed that architecture should have higher requirements for art, and he also came up with an idea.

Nowadays, world-famous institutions are all comprehensive universities.

After the nationwide restructuring of departments in 1952, Huaqing University was transformed from a multi-disciplinary comprehensive university covering liberal arts, law, science, engineering, and agriculture into a traditional engineering university with only soil, water, construction, mechanics, mechanics, and electricity.

This change is difficult for him, a professor studying in the United States, to accept.

After the school adjustment, the school has developed from 7 departments and 18 majors in the past to 12 departments and 42 majors today.

But these majors are all technical majors.

Therefore, he wanted to use the characteristics of the School of Architecture to strengthen the art class, hoping that one day Huaqing University would be able to cultivate several world-class architectural designers.

But this was unacceptable to Director Li, who wanted to engage in technical research.

So when he heard that Vice Principal Dong said that Li Yuan should participate in art creation in the art class, he was a little anxious.

"Principal, human energy is limited, he is definitely a technical genius."

Director Li has begun to use exaggeration in order to persuade Vice President Dong.

"According to you, the young man is full of energy, and it will be good for him to show his face appropriately in the art class."

Vice Principal Dong had already laid out his cards, and Director Li was distressed, knowing that he had found the wrong person today.

But he couldn't avoid the leader in front of him. He was the vice principal in charge of teaching.

"Do you think this will work? First, Li Yuan cannot change his department. Second, Li Yuan cannot participate in artistic creation in large quantities."

Director Li, who recognized the reality, had to put forward the minimum requirements.

"I think such a request is acceptable. However, we still have to seek the opinion of classmate Li Yuan."

Director Li came excitedly and left with a sad face.

At a regular meeting, when the school leaders finished discussing their daily routine and were about to adjourn the meeting, Vice President Dong raised his hand and asked to speak.

"Vice Principal Dong, do you have anything else to add?"

"Principal Jiang, there is something I am not sure about. Please help me check it out."

"Oh, you said it so seriously, it seems it's not a trivial matter." After saying this, Hehe became happy.

The other leaders also had different expressions and put down their notebooks one after another, waiting for Vice President Dong's next words.

Vice President Dong explained Li Yuan's situation to everyone.

The performance of the participants was extremely wonderful. Anyone who can sit here knows the celebrity effect.

"Vice Principal Dong, what do you think about it?" Principal Jiang asked back.

"I think this is a good thing and can be properly publicized."

"I agree with Vice President Dong's proposal."

Most of the leaders nodded in agreement.

"If it's just this, you don't need to mention it. Is there any other purpose?" Principal Jiang asked.

"Yes, although this classmate has made great achievements in art, he also has some technical skills.

I think we should take advantage of this opportunity to establish an industrial aesthetic design department based on the art class of the School of Architecture? "

His idea was bold enough that it caused others to think.

What followed was a heated discussion.

"Under the current situation, it is not yet mature to establish the Department of Industrial Aesthetic Design. I suggest we slow down. At the same time, we must also respect the opinions of Li Yuan."

Principal Jiang thought for a long time and still rejected Vice Principal Dong's proposal.

Superiors have mentioned many times that they need to "march towards science."

Moreover, President Jiang also hopes that the school will cultivate the talents needed for high-level and high-quality socialist construction for the country.

Rapidly improve the level of science and technology, and gradually undertake the task of catching up in science and technology and surpassing the world level in major fields needed by the country.

Principal Jiang's speech set the tone for the meeting, which ended immediately.

Time goes back to the moment when Li Yuan left school by bike after asking for leave.

With doubts in his heart, Li Yuan rushed to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs.

In a small conference room, Li Yuan saw a director named Zhu who was specially there to receive him.

"Comrade Li Yuan, I came to you today because I want to assign you a task, which is to carve some ancient Chinese beasts.

We want to use these wood carvings as national gifts to friendly countries.

I don't know if you would like it or not? "

Li Yuan's works fetched high prices at auction in Xiangjiang, attracting the attention of the country.

After some understanding, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs felt that the types of national gifts should be enriched, so it invited Li Yuan to inquire in advance.

He knew that the Beijing Arts and Crafts Service Department, known as the "National Gift Manufacturing Office", has been responsible for the design and production of national gifts.

It is the cradle of national treasures and an institution with the largest number of top masters.

It would be his greatest honor to be able to stand shoulder to shoulder with these masters.

Thinking of this, he immediately said excitedly: "I have no objection and am willing to serve the country!"

"Okay! I hope you can attend the symposium tomorrow on time."

"Okay, don't worry, I'll be there early."

After leaving the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Li Yuan couldn't calm down for a long time.

If his works can be selected into the ranks of national gifts, it will be the greatest affirmation for him.

Until he returned home, he felt as if he was in a dream.

Just when he was in a state of excitement, he heard the sound of a gong.