Regarding Du Fei's worries, John Northrop immediately patted his chest and assured that this would definitely not happen.
Du Fei said he believed it, but in his heart he just thought it was a joke. Anyone who believed in such a promise deserved to be deceived.
Even if John Northrop breaks his chest, this is not something he can guarantee. Once someone wants to target them, any department can make their cooperation come to an end.
At that point, all John Northrop could do was spread his hands, shrug, and say he was very sorry.
What Du Fei wanted to invest was real money.
Furthermore, Northrop does not fully master all core technologies, and the design of the YF-17 does not use all of their own technologies.
For example, aircraft engines, air-to-air missiles, and operating systems all need to be purchased from outside.
If America uses it for herself, of course there is no problem in doing so, and the various supporting facilities are also complete.
Du Fei does not have such qualifications at the moment. He is willing to spend money and cooperate with Northrop for no other purpose than technology.
But Northrop itself is only an integrator of solutions. Even based on the current design of the YF-17, it is difficult to truly create the F-18.
Du Fei had two options. One was to give in. He would first get Northrop's plan, then store it as a technical reserve, then patiently wait for the direction of history, and then take it out when the time comes.
The other is to eat one bite at a time, and put the rest aside for the time being. Taking advantage of the good relationship with America now, the engines, calculations, flight control systems, etc., can be bought for the time being. Anyway, first
After launching the third-generation mobile phone, even if it is blocked by the other party, we must first solve any existing problems.
After that, they solved it one by one. If the engine cannot be used as the engine, the flight control cannot be used as the flight control, and the radar cannot be used as the radar.
In the end, it took ten or even twenty years, just like Du Fei obtained the Su-27 from Speedlink before traveling through time, and it slowly transformed from start to finish, from the inside out.
By that time, Huaguo will have a real system for designing and manufacturing advanced fighter jets.
After much deliberation, I definitely choose the latter, it is better than nothing.
The third generation fighter jets are too tempting for Du Fei. The country already has some foundations. As long as Northrop's integration plan is obtained, it may not be impossible to create a domestic version of the F-18 fighter jet, which can use some improvements.
J-8 technology.
In this way, even if it is not as good as the original F-18, it can still achieve 60-70% of the skill, which is not a bad attempt.
Even so, Du Fei still had to find ways to avoid various barriers within America.
The first step is to take a detour and register the company in America, and the legal person and shareholders of the company are all American people with good roots.
At least on the surface, it doesn't appear that this company has anything to do with Du Fei or Huaguo.
Then this company will come forward and cooperate with Northrop.
…
On the other hand, in a holiday villa on the outskirts of All Saints Tunnel.
Tracy and his wife were telling Nico about Du Fei's matchmaking for them.
Originally, they flew over overnight, but Nico had urgent business matters, so they didn't meet until a day later.
After hearing what his daughter and son-in-law said, Nico frowned slightly and thought about it.
He couldn't help but talk, pursed his lips and said: "Du Fei... wasn't the bargaining chip last time enough? He actually came to give you a big gift again."
Tracy and Edward were both stupid, and they heard that there was something in Nico's words.
Trish asked: "Father, is there anything difficult?"
Nico waved his hand and said: "Forget it, at this point, there is no point in thinking so much. Last time you and Edward went to Nanyang, our relationship was already bound. It is impossible to cut off now."
Edward was silent, while Tracy frowned and said worriedly: "Father, you said earlier that Du Fei had big plans, so we..."
Nico said: "It doesn't matter, we can afford what he wants, and Du has always been a good person and has a good reputation. It's better to cooperate with him than to trust those two-faced guys like Rockefeller."
Trish didn't know what to say. She knew that she was almost stabbed in the back this time, which made Nico afraid of snake bites for ten years.
Furthermore, the funds Du Fei sent at this time were also crucial to her family.
During the next two years of his term, Nico must build a strong enough firewall for the family, which requires not only power, but also a lot of money.
In America, it is difficult to move without money, even the commander-in-chief is no exception.
"Father, let's go on next..." Edward lost no time in speaking.
Nico looked at his son-in-law and said in a deep voice: "Work with Du Fei. At least until I leave office, Du Fei will be our most reliable ally."
"I understand~" Edward responded, hearing the implication of Nico's words.
The most reliable allies are not just words, but are backed by the power in Nico's hands.
…
Du Fei, on the other hand, stayed at Twisting for another two days.
At this time, they had received a reply from Mr. and Mrs. Tracy, stating that they could take on Ms. Yu’s ‘case’.
Du Fei knew it was done.
This incident marks a tacit understanding between the two parties to some extent.
Commander Nico will give Du Fei convenience to a certain extent.
Subsequently, Duffy's new company registered in America successfully started cooperation with Northrop.
Ms. Yu also contacted Edward's law firm through Du Fei and began the legal process of unfreezing the property.
At this time, Du Fei, after participating in several activities according to procedure, returned to China with Dad Zhu's delegation.
On the plane, the atmosphere was quite lively.
Dad Zhu has achieved great results in America this time. Not only did he generate a lot of popularity in America, he also made a strong voice at the United Fruit Conference.
Because of the improved relationship with America, coupled with the fact that Indu was taught a hard lesson through Li's aid to Korea, and Du Fei's previous large-scale air assault in Siam, the whole world became more aware of the power of flowers and fruits.
Whether it is Li Yuanchao in Shanbei or Du Fei and Lin Tiansheng in Borneo, anyone with a discerning eye knows that this is an extension of the power of flowers and fruits.
Nanyang itself was the traditional sphere of influence of Huaguo, but now it is just the return of power.
In addition, America was eager to escape in South Vietnam. During this period, she almost acquiesced in Huaguo's power in Nanyang. This was also an important reason why Du Fei was able to go so smoothly in Nanyang.
Otherwise, as long as America puts a little effort into stumbling him, Du Fei will not be able to do it so smoothly.
After finishing the work at hand, Zhu's father called Du Fei into the room in the middle of the plane.
Although it has been soundproofed, when the aircraft is flying, the sound of the engine running can still be clearly heard from inside the aircraft.
But this is much better than the unmodified transport aircraft, at least you don't have to deliberately raise your voice when speaking.
Dad Zhu handed Du Fei a cigarette casually. He was in a good mood and said with a smile: "I heard that you have gained a lot this time~ Cooperating with Northrop to develop a third-generation fighter jet?"
Du Fei took out a lighter and lit it for Dad Zhu first: "When you talk about cooperation, it's just to put money on our face. It's just to see if we can get some technology. Northrop lost to General Motors in their air force bidding. I don't want to
The capital invested in the early stage was wasted, so we had the opportunity to take advantage of the opportunity."
Dad Zhu nodded and asked: "Is there any chance to get the real thing?"
Du Fei lit up the cigarette himself: "I'm sure I can get some, but...these Meguo guys are very cunning. They are still in private contact with the Navy, hoping to get orders from the Navy." At this point, Du Fei paused.
After a pause, he said in a deep voice: "If they succeed, I'm afraid..."
Needless to say, Dad Zhu also understood the outcome of this situation. He frowned and said, "Then let them not get it. When I get back, I will ask the comrades in the relevant departments to cooperate as much as possible."
Du Fei's heart moved, and he chuckled: "That couldn't be better."
Dad Zhu sighed and said, "I try to be more restrained recently."
Du Fei was stunned for a moment, and immediately understood what Dad Zhu's reminder meant, and asked hurriedly: "Dad, is something wrong?"
Although he is outside these days, Du Fei knows that Zhu's father has very close ties with the country and will get the news as soon as possible if any situation arises.
Dad Zhu took a deep breath of cigarette and did not speak.
Du Fei saw a lot of things from his expression and couldn't help but swallow.
Although it is only 74 years ago, many things have changed since he time traveled.
Fortunately, judging from what Dad Zhu meant, it shouldn't be a big problem. He just reminded Du Fei that at this time, he should hide his strength and bide his time.
"Dad, I understand," Du Fei replied seriously, feeling a little confused.
Because of his previous factors, many variables have appeared in the world after time travel, and even now he is not sure what direction the future will develop in.
But Du Fei was very sure of one thing, at least he avoided some unnecessary detours.
Being in Danbei and Nanyang were all real benefits, and he had a clear conscience.
As for the next step, it is indeed time to stop.
Whether it is the development of domestic fire equipment companies or the development of Borneo in Southeast Asia, it will take a period of time to settle.
Then regarding Sulawesi Island, although Liu Kuangfu and Yang Zhigang are proceeding smoothly, such a large island with a population of several million cannot be mobilized overnight.
This cooperation with Subian, Du Fei wants land, and Subian wants people, is destined to be a long-term plan, and one must be patient and not impatient.
Du Fei came out of Dad Zhu's single room and returned to his seat, thinking silently in his heart.
After twenty hours of flight, the plane crossed the vast Pacific and landed at the Beijing Airport.
It is already the end of April, and Labor Day will be celebrated in a few days.
The weather in Beijing is full of spring.
…
Time flies so fast and it’s August in the blink of an eye.
The summer in Beijing is unbearably hot, and it hasn’t rained for more than a month.
This year's southeast style is very large, and there are a lot of construction sites in Beijing, which is always filled with annoying wind and sand.
Especially in the north of the city, next to Yanda University, the new campus of the University of Fire Protection Technology is fully under construction.
With the large-scale construction team under Shen Jianing, the construction progress of the new campus is very fast. Thirty teaching buildings and dormitory buildings are under construction at the same time. Various large-scale equipment is also quite rare in this era.
There are more than 50 hook machines for digging foundations alone, and there are more than 3,000 workers on the construction site.
Visible to the naked eye, the building is growing upwards, and one floor can be built in about a week.
Because it is the school's teaching building and dormitory, it is not particularly high.
By August, the prototype of the entire campus can be seen.
There are also various hypothetical pictures of the new campus dormitories placed next to Yanda and Shuimu with great fanfare. The dormitories for boys and girls are all six-person. The most important thing is that each room has a bathroom. This condition is not to mention a student dormitory.
The single dormitories for teachers in various schools are incomparable, which is really enviable.
At the same time, the four-engine large transport aircraft at the Shanghai Aircraft Factory entered the final stage of mass production.
After more than half a year of test flights, there are no flaws in the design. In addition, relatively mature technologies are used. With the foundation of the H-8 and Y-8, it is relatively easy to produce the Y-9.
However, with the success of large aircraft one after another, the effect this time has long been inferior to the sensational effect caused by the successful first test flight of the H-8.
In the first half of the year, through various efforts, the college entrance examination, which had been suspended for several years, was resumed.
A national examination was conducted in June.
Although it is still basically a parallel mechanism between workers, peasants, and soldiers and examinations, the new examination mechanism has opened up another upward path, which is undoubtedly the greatest good news for those students who have no chance to obtain worker, peasant, and soldier qualifications.
However, unlike expectations, there was no particularly enthusiastic response when the exam started.
Mainly in the past few years, with the improvement of the economy, factories not only in the capital but also all over the country are recruiting workers.
Coupled with the large amount of capital obtained from India and India, it has continuously invested in domestic industries, thus eating up most of the labor force who graduated from junior high school and high school.
The current situation is that if they can become formal workers in state-owned factories, most people will choose to become workers instead of gambling on uncertain exams.
In Southeast Asia, the situation in Borneo continues to improve. After continuous land reclamation and cultivation, food production has begun to explode.
With the advantage of three crops a year, this year's grain output will definitely exceed that of Northeast China.
In addition to local consumption, large-scale replenishment has begun to be fed back into the country. In coastal areas where transportation is more convenient, grain storage depots in many places are already full.
If you have food in your hands, you will have confidence in your heart.
At first I didn’t dare to raise chickens and pigs for fear of not having enough food to eat, but now I’m starting to expand.
Then there is Sulawesi Island, which has been laid out for more than half a year.
As various news continue to ferment, and Liu Kuangfu and Yang Zhigang make some noise near the volcano from time to time, it has become a mainstream opinion that the super volcano on the island may erupt and endanger the entire island.
Finally, feeling that the situation was almost over, Subian started his next plan and established a refugee settlement in southern Sumatra.
At the same time, news came out from Sulawe Island that a large gold mine had been discovered in southern Sumatra and that someone had become rich due to gold mining.
Beginning to stimulate the indigenous people of Sulawei to migrate out...
America, by August, Commander Nico, who originally had to resign due to the scandal, completely changed his direction due to the appearance of Du Fei, and was still firmly sitting on the throne of All Saints Tunnel.
On the contrary, the original winner, Rockefeller, was caught in the scandal of bribing members of Congress, and was attacked by the labor union and fell into a large-scale strike...
Everyone knows that the war between Nico and Rockefeller is far from over.
And Du Fei, also in August, had to make an important decision.