"However, after the success of your project this time, you will be reused no matter what changes occur in the department," said Guo Tiemin.

"I am willing to make more contributions to the country." Xu Qiang said quickly.

In fact, Xu Qiang also knew in his heart that the success of the 8702 project had established his top turning point position in the field of high-energy explosives in China. Considering the importance of high-energy explosives to domestic military industry, he would definitely continue to be reused.

There is a big difference between technical experts and people who specialize in political work. The latter may need some adaptability and social skills, while the former only need to have strong technical skills, and other things are not so important, at least in the current domestic situation.

"In fact, many people in the ministry have great controversy over the establishment of the Shanghai Institute, especially since this institute was actually built specifically for you. In addition, many people are dissatisfied with your status as the person in charge of a national key project and your involvement in some business-related activities..." Guo Tiemin paused, then continued, "These things will affect your future prospects. I hope you can understand this..."

"Director Guo, I did cooperate with the Changzhou government in order to make money, but it did not delay the progress of the national project..."

"I know that. You have already proved that you have lived up to the expectations of the country and the ministry." Guo Tiemin nodded and continued, "But after all, you are still young. I must remind you of some things. Many people are not used to some of your practices. You can't ignore them. Minister Zhang was able to help you suppress many things before, but if you have a new leader, I'm afraid he won't take care of you so much."

"Thank you Director Guo for the reminder." Xu Qiang said.

"You are still young and have a long way to go. You must consider some things carefully." Guo Tiemin pondered for a moment and then said, "What I mean is that some things are not impossible to do, but you must keep a low profile..."

"I've remembered what Director Guo said." Xu Qiang nodded and continued, "By the way, Director Guo, after this project is over, I hope to let the project team members stay in Shanghai to work. The institute has just been established, and I can't be left alone."

According to previous procedures, after the project is completed, the project team members will be disbanded immediately. Considering that the members of the 8702 project team are all from BJ, they will naturally return to their original units.

Although the project team had previously promised Xu Qiang that if the project was successful, they would be willing to stay in Shanghai and continue working with Xu Qiang, this must be approved by the department. In particular, issues such as job transfers, household registration, and file benefits all need to be resolved by superiors and are not something they can decide on their own.

"Haha, the department will consider this." Guo Tiemin smiled and said, "After they return to Beijing this time, the department will consult their personal opinions before making a decision. But no matter what, after the success of this project, the Shanghai Institute will definitely be retained for a long time, and you will become the first official director of this institute!"

"That's great! Thank you Director Guo!" Xu Qiang's face immediately lit up when he heard that.

This was actually what he was waiting for.

Before, Xu Qiang was only the temporary director of this institute and could be replaced at any time. If he was really replaced, all his efforts and hard work for so long would be like making wedding dresses for others, which was something he found difficult to accept.

Now that Guo Tiemin has confirmed that his temporary position as director will be permanent, Xu Qiang has finally felt relieved. This also means that Xu Qiang has truly established a firm foothold in Shanghai. Moreover, with the position of director of the institute, Xu Qiang can do more things.

"Don't thank me. This is all Minister Zhang's decision, but the premise is that Project 8702 must be successful." Guo Tiemin smiled and continued, "You have to understand that you are the youngest head of a scientific research institute in the country. It is not easy to convince others, but since you have done it, we will not treat you unfairly. Of course, it will take some time for the official appointment to come down. During this period, I suggest you do something..."

"What's the matter?" Xu Qiang asked.

"After the success of this project, the department will ask you to return to BJ. We will also arrange a series of celebration parties and technical exchange meetings. Take this opportunity to build relationships with experts and leaders in BJ and make more friends. This will be beneficial to your future prospects."

"understand!"

Guo Tiemin's meaning was very clear, which was to let Xu Qiang strengthen his ties with the BJ academic community, so as to further establish his authoritative position in the relevant field. Only in this way could the ministry justifiably give him more care and rights.

Although Shanghai is the most economically developed city in China, without a doubt, it cannot be compared with BJ in terms of academics. After all, BJ is the capital and the absolute center of national politics and technology. Therefore, if Xu Qiang wants to become a top expert in our country, he must be recognized by the academic community in BJ.

"Also, during this trip to BJ, we will arrange for you to visit Professor Xu Yuanming in the hospital. Although he was seriously injured and will no longer be able to continue his scientific research in the future, he has made a lot of contributions to the country after all, and he has also devoted a lot of effort to the 8702 project..." Guo Tiemin paused, and then said, "What I mean is, if possible, you should try to become Professor Xu's disciple..."

"If Professor Xu is willing to accept me as his disciple, I will do so immediately!" Xu Qiang said quickly.

Xu Qiang understood that Guo Tiemin said this obviously to find a shortcut for Xu Qiang to quickly integrate into the BJ academic community.

You know, Xu Yuanming has been a leading figure in the field of high-energy explosives in China for decades. He not only has a high prestige in the academic world, but also has a very high network of contacts in the BJ academic circle. The academic circle is not just a circle of academic exchanges as many people imagine. There are also strong human relationships in it. You can't gain a long-term and stable foothold just by having good skills.

In fact, at this time, the domestic academic circle, like many other traditional industries, also emphasizes the inheritance of knowledge from a master. For Xu Qiang, as a newcomer with no background, if he wants to quickly enter the academic circle in Beijing and become a disciple of a famous teacher, it is undoubtedly a very good shortcut.

After becoming Xu Yuanming's apprentice, even though some people disliked or even envied Xu Qiang, many people were still willing to give him face because of his master's reputation. This included many leaders in the department, who would give Xu Qiang some tolerance and care, which was very important for Xu Qiang's future.

Guo Tiemin is naturally very familiar with the situation in this circle, so he made such a suggestion to Xu Qiang, which also shows that he personally hopes that Xu Qiang can truly gain a foothold in this circle.

In addition, from Xu Qiang's personal perspective, he still respects Xu Yuanming very much. After all, this senior has made many contributions to the country before. Through communication with his apprentice, Xu Qiang also learned that Xu Yuanming is a man of noble character. So even if Xu Yuanming has never taught Xu Qiang any technical skills, Xu Qiang is still willing to take him as his teacher.

Finally, there are the members of this project team. They were all Xu Yuanming's apprentices before. After Xu Qiang became their apprentice, he became "one of their own". This will enhance the cohesion of the team and allow them to unite around him for a long time.

"You are very smart. I don't need to say much about other things. Just wait for notification later." Seeing this, Guo Tiemin smiled with satisfaction.

"By the way, Director Guo, although the 8702 project has ended, the research institute is still there. Now that the New Year is coming soon, can our superiors give us more bonuses..." Xu Qiang said.

At this time, Xu Qiang was still trying to get more benefits for the members of the project team. He also understood that the Fifth Ministry of Machine Building was about to be abolished and there would be a major reshuffle of leadership positions. If he did not take this opportunity to fight for benefits for his subordinates, he might not have another chance in the future.

"We will consider this, you don't need to worry about it." Guo Tiemin said with a smile.

"That's fine."

"Also, you need to keep a low profile about your business in Shanghai. Minister Zhang and I may turn a blind eye to these things of yours, but if there is a new leader in the future, they may not be used to these things." Guo Tiemin paused, and then said, "Also, don't think that you can rest on your laurels. Especially for a young scientist like you, you need to produce more results to ensure that your future is bright..."

"As long as the organization needs me, I will definitely complete the task." Xu Qiang said simply.

"That's good!" Guo Tiemin raised his glass and said to Xu Qiang, "Your road may be more difficult in the future. I hope you can overcome all obstacles and move forward courageously!"

"Thank you Director Guo for your encouragement!" Xu Qiang said quickly.

The next moment, the two of them clinked their glasses together and drank it all...

……

Xu Qiang and everyone else drank a lot of alcohol that day, and were later sent back to the dormitory of the institute in a military vehicle.

The next morning, after Xu Qiang woke up, he went to the bathroom to wash his face, and returned to the dormitory refreshed, only to see that all the members of the project team were waiting for him in the room.

"Director Xu, our project has ended. So what should we do next?" At this time, deputy team leader Guo Rui asked Xu Qiang.

"The specific arrangements will have to wait for the notification from the ministry." Xu Qiang smiled slightly, and then said, "I talked to Director Guo yesterday, and he said that the ministry will keep this institute for a long time. As for you, the ministry will talk to you. Those who are willing to stay in Shanghai can stay here. So I want to know, who among you is willing to continue to work with me in Shanghai? Raise your hands if you are willing. It doesn't matter if you are not willing. After all, you are all married people, and I can understand that..."

"I want to stay in Shanghai!" Guo Rui was the first to raise his hand at this time.

"I do too!"

"And I!"

At one point, almost everyone raised their hands, all with determined expressions... (End of this chapter)