kvmb Chapter 124 We have brave and indomitable warriors, and diligent scholars.
Chapter 124 We have brave and indomitable warriors, and diligent scholars.
Fang Jianzhou saw Qiao Manman and felt somewhat ashamed: "Little Qiao, I didn't expect you to complete the mission before us!"
"Have you eaten? I have two pancakes at my place..."
Qiao Manman quickly called the person to stop, grabbed her lunchbox, and left the guesthouse with Wei Xueping.
He squatted down on a large rock nearby and said, "I got some food from the state-run restaurant. Brother Jianzhou, Sister Xueping, have some!"
Fang Jianzhou looked at the balanced meal of meat and vegetables in the lunchbox and couldn't help but tear up.
But he's a grown man; he can't shed tears.
He finished his meal in silence, washed his lunchbox, and then sighed as he spoke of the unsuccessful mission.
"It's not that the Shanghai Machinery Factory is making things difficult for us; it's just that the US representative offered too low a price, which not only belittled our technology but also insulted our country."
"So, you cried?"
Fang Jianzhou felt embarrassed, but he was really frustrated.
It's normal for our country to be lagging behind other countries now that it's just starting out, but why do they have the right to say such hurtful things?
Qiao Manman sighed: "If you fall behind, you will be bullied. It's the same in any era."
But we have brave and indomitable soldiers, diligent scholars, and an indelible spirit.
As long as we remain steadfast in our ideals and beliefs, one day we will attract the world's attention.
Comrade Fang, the bigger the storm, the more we must stay calm and composed.
Falling behind temporarily is nothing; our goal is to overturn the table at the United Nations!
"Flip the table?" Fang Jianzhou and Wei Xueping asked, puzzled.
Qiao Manman chuckled: "Yes, flip the table!"
One day, we will have absolute say in the international arena, making others act according to our wishes!
Qiao Manman's bold words amused the two of them.
Several people looked up at the starry sky, hoping that day would come soon.
The next morning, after washing up, Qiao Manman changed into a floral dress.
Her youthful and vibrant appearance made her look like a native city girl.
After having a quick breakfast with Fang Jianzhou and Wei Xueping, we hurried off to the Shanghai Machinery Factory.
Director Zhang, who was in charge of receiving them, noticed a young girl behind the two and asked, "Is this... your friend?"
Fang Jianzhou said, "This is our colleague. He went to Suzhou on official business a couple of days ago and just got back."
Director Zhang nodded and sighed: "We haven't been able to secure the orders over there, so there really aren't any targets to assign to your factory."
Instead of wasting time in Shanghai, we should try to find a solution elsewhere.
Comrade Fang, don't you agree?
Fang Jianzhou thought that if there was no work available for auto parts, he could help process bicycle parts.
But Director Zhang wouldn't budge, insisting that his company's production capacity could meet the bicycle factory's needs.
No outsourcing is needed.
Qiao Manman felt that instead of wasting time here, she should go back and improve the technology.
Not wanting to discourage Fang Jianzhou, he spent two hours with the two men in the machinery factory office, but ultimately returned empty-handed.
In the afternoon, Qiao Manman didn't go with them, but went to the department store instead.
Department stores in Shanghai look more upscale than those in Suzhou and Hangzhou, offering not only the latest clothing and fabrics but also many imported goods.
Qiao Manman had no interest in anything—chocolate, watches, radios, cameras, coffee, yarn, or liquor.
I only bought five kilograms of domestic White Rabbit milk candy, two well-tailored wool coats, and a pair of black leather shoes.
Just as she was about to leave, she noticed some foreigners buying blue and white porcelain and kingfisher feather ornaments from the Friendship Store. Qiao Manman was quite taken aback.
Oh no, what should I do? She wants it.
He quickly found a secluded corner to sit down and used his consciousness to search through his spatial dimension. But no matter how much he searched, he couldn't find the foreign exchange certificates.
Disappointed, Qiao Manman left, only to encounter a foreigner who had collapsed and was unconscious at the crossroads.
"Mr. John, Mr. John, what's wrong? Oh no, you're not breathing! What should we do?!"
The translator panicked: "Doctor, is there a doctor? Help!"
The onlookers wanted to help, but hesitated to step forward for fear of being accused of colluding with Western capitalism.
Qiao Manman saw the words "Shanghai Machinery Factory" on the translator's work ID and, not daring to delay, stepped forward to help.
"Comrade, I've learned first aid. Let me take a look at this Mr. John!"
"Oh, okay, thank you for your help!"
The translator had some doubts about Qiao Manman's abilities, but the incident happened so suddenly that he had no better options and could only try anything as a last resort.
I can only hope that Mr. John is tough enough to be saved by this young comrade.
Qiao Manman first checked John's mouth and nose to make sure they weren't blocked by filth, and then checked his breathing and heartbeat.
Upon discovering that there was almost no heartbeat, CPR was immediately initiated.
In my heart, I sang, "The vast horizon is my love..."
After singing the four lines, he pinched the other person's nose and said, "Comrade, blow air into him!"
"Huh, huh?" Before the translator could figure out what it meant, Qiao Manman pressed him down and made him kiss Mr. John on the lips.
"Blow it up, what are you standing there for? If something happens to this blond guy, do you think you can get away with it?"
The translator quickly snapped out of her daze and, following Qiao Manman's instructions, gave Mr. John two breaths.
After getting up, Qiao Manman continued to press, repeating this more than ten times until John's heartbeat returned. He clutched his chest in pain.
"Mr. John, are you alright?"
The translator wanted to help the man, but Qiao Manman stopped her: "Find a cart and push him to the hospital for a check-up!"
I suspect it's a heart attack!
"Oh, okay! Comrade, what's your surname? Could you please keep an eye on things here for me?"
Qiao Manman nodded: "My surname is Qiao. I am a staff member from Yangxian Machinery Factory who came to discuss business."
"Don't worry, comrade, I will take good care of Mr. John."
The translator didn't hear what Qiao Manman said at all; all he knew was that she agreed.
I ran away in a hurry, feeling like my hands and feet were weak.
Lying on the ground, John vaguely saw the "fairy" and murmured, "Miss Angel, have you come to take me to heaven?"
Qiao Manman chuckled and said in fluent English, "Yes, Mr. John, how are you feeling?"
"I feel a little dizzy, and my chest hurts a bit..."
Qiao Manman comforted him, "We'll be at the hospital soon, don't worry, everything will be resolved!"
No sooner had he finished speaking than the translator returned, put the person on a cart, and pushed it towards the hospital.
Qiao Manman immediately stopped smiling, found a tap, and scrubbed her hands and arms thoroughly.
For this, he was criticized by the old lady for wasting water.
Qiao Manman didn't want to get into a conflict, so she gave him a piece of fruit candy and settled the matter.
Back at the guesthouse, he didn't mention it to Fang Jianzhou and Wei Xueping.
The next morning, just as the three of them were about to check out and return to Yang County, they received a call from the Shanghai Machinery Factory: "Comrade Fang, is there a young lady surnamed Qiao traveling with you?"
Fang Jianzhou glanced at Qiao Manman with surprise, then nodded: "Yes, Director Xu, is there something you need from Comrade Qiao?"
"Yes, thank you very much, Comrade Joe, for saving Mr. John, the business representative of the American Meli Company."
Do you have time today? We could come over and discuss some business!