pertwk Chapter 94 The Resilience of a Great Power
Chapter 94 The Resilience of a Great Power
Chapter 95 The Resilience of a Great Power
"Xiao Yu, do you believe in the country?"
"Director Qin, what are you saying? If I don't even believe in my own motherland, what's the point of living?"
Yu Zhen was quite agitated and almost couldn't contain himself, thinking to himself that he might as well just reveal his identity as a time traveler.
He just couldn't bear the inner torment any longer.
As for why I feel so tormented.
That's because it's all too clear that in the next ten or twenty years, the east wind will break and the west wind will strengthen, especially with the sudden collapse of the giant neighbor to the north, thus ushering in a global trend where the aquaculture industry will dominate the world.
Given this momentum, how could they possibly succeed in reversing the trend they are currently trying to reverse?
Not only would it be impossible to succeed, but if one is not careful, being swept away by the overwhelming force and torn apart to pieces in an instant is not an impossible thing.
Whether it's pessimism or a subconscious desire to escape, it's all part of the process.
To knowingly do something that is impossible is truly unwise.
The intense feeling of powerlessness made him feel extremely depressed.
"Xiao Yu, do you believe that our country will always remain poor and backward? Is it really impossible for us to catch up with the developed capitalist world in the West?"
"Director Qin, what discouraging words are you spouting now? I have never thought that way! On the contrary, I believe that as long as we adhere to the reform and opening-up strategy, we will become prosperous and strong in at most twenty or thirty years, and we will achieve a great rejuvenation in all aspects and fields, and once again become a powerful country that stands proudly in the world."
We've just fallen behind temporarily.
Director Qin shrugged and teased, "So, you brat, if that's what you're thinking, why are you so depressed for no reason?"
It's because you've made a lot of money through your own abilities, but you don't have anywhere to spend it right now.
Do you want to become like those capitalists, indulging in a life of extravagance and debauchery, and end up so dejected?
Is this still Yu, the leading science fiction writer in China, that incomparably brilliant and eternally creative genius?
Yu Zhen was unconvinced and started to criticize, "Let's keep things separate. Can you please stop confusing the issues?!"
I'm saying that, in the eyes of young people in China, I am considered the most successful youth idol.
It has actually become a negative example for college students.
It has become a subconscious belief that even if everyone in China makes great contributions or achieves great success, who can surpass me, the great science fiction writer Yu, who is expected to earn $1.5 million in foreign exchange in 5 years?
But in reality, isn't my current most awkward situation precisely what everyone sees as proof of the serious lack of a national reward and punishment mechanism for talent achievements and contributions?!
After thinking it over, Director Qin laughed and scolded, "You little rascal, is that really what you meant?"
However, you made a very good point on this point. Our reward and punishment mechanism for talent achievements and contributions has indeed lagged far behind the new situation under the reform and opening up.
I've noted that down, and I'll report it to my superiors later.
Hey kid, stop trying to squeeze toothpaste out of me!
If you have anything to complain about, or if you're just feeling annoyed and want to vent, feel free to let it all out. I'm here to be your punching bag today.
Yu Zhen thought about it again. The future trend was indeed irreversible, but there was still much that could be done in handling the details of the situation.
After all, facts have already proven that the so-called future trend is only for a period of time.
As the poem goes: Either the east wind prevails over the west wind, or the west wind prevails over the east wind.
He said, "The successful experience of Yu the Great in controlling the floods tells us that nothing in the world can remain unchanged forever. As the saying goes, it's better to dredge than to block, and going against the tide is futile, so we might as well go with the flow. However, in the middle stage, our country must demonstrate sufficient national strength and resolve —"
Director Qin glared at him, raising her hand to interrupt, "Speak like a human being! Who wants to hear you spouting high-sounding platitudes to their face?"
Yu Zhen grinned, "You actually managed to get so angry at someone as influential as you?"
"To put it bluntly, the trend of going abroad and the brain drain are inevitable as the country opens its doors and the East and West gradually engage in comprehensive exchanges."
Why doesn't the national level take the initiative to control the relevant discourse?
For example, we can make things work in a positive direction and proactively give opportunities to those whose hearts are no longer with the country, so that they can go abroad sooner.
Why not profit from this good deed of helping others achieve their goals through official channels?
Moreover, the more people go out, the more people will eventually come back.
Home is always good, but going out is always difficult. You only truly love your country when you go abroad.
Since the outside world has been touted as a so-called paradise, then let those who blindly believe in the idea of paradise go out whenever they have the chance—
Director Qin's tone suddenly rose, "Xiao Yu, are you serious?! With things going like this, how many useful talents will the country retain—"
"Boss, look at you, so anxious! What kind of attitude is that?!"
"Hey, you brat, who's getting mad at you? I'm just worried that you're going to take some extreme measures—to solve the brain drain problem, you might as well let all those who want to leave go. That would solve the problem thoroughly, but who will ultimately be left to shoulder the heavy responsibility of building the Four Modernizations?"
One minute you're letting me speak freely, the next you're worried I've gone too far? I'm about to have a mental breakdown. How come you're just a little short of the mark?
Yu Zhen put on a smug face and said, "It was agreed that I could say whatever I wanted and speak freely."
I was just about to say something from the bottom of my heart, and now you're questioning my motives?!
Or is it that, in Director Qin's eyes, I am actually the biggest hidden enemy agent?!
After all, I have never been able to explain my identity and origins, yet I still manage to grasp so many future scientific and technological innovation concepts, and these are god-level scientific and technological innovation concepts that cannot be found anywhere else in the world.
Now, I'm suddenly advocating for opening our doors and allowing brain drain; it's obviously malicious, isn't it?
I imagine you've always had conflicted feelings towards me, haven't you?!
Director Qin was truly dumbfounded by the barrage of criticism.
They wanted to deny it, but couldn't bring themselves to say it.
The reason is simply that what Yu Zhen is saying at this moment is the truth.
Just a moment ago, he was on edge, seriously suspecting that Yu Zhen had ulterior motives.
"Xiao Yu, okay, it was my fault. I'm sorry for my mistake. The higher-ups have already made a decision about your unclear identity. As your contact person, I was still subconsciously acting up."
Don't worry, I'll report everything to my superiors later!
"Alright, alright, shall I continue our previous topic?"
"Okay, go ahead and tell me, I'll write it down."
"So I'll really tell you?!"
"Hurry up, stop rambling. I promise I won't interrupt you this time, or I'll be a nobody on the street!"
The back-and-forth banter between the two actually triggered some of Yu Zhen's audacious and outrageous ideas.
"Director Qin, in the international arena, cooperation always benefits both sides. The US is extending an olive branch, trying to dictate our stance between the two camps. To put it bluntly, we're currently in a phase of being courted and showered with benefits and sweet talk. Plus, we're dirt poor. Therefore, the most extensive communication between the two sides will definitely start at the most basic level of human interaction. That premise is undeniable, right?"
Director Qin nodded, "That's right, the source of everything naturally starts with human interaction."
"So, what we're most worried about is that during the exchange period, our talents won't be able to resist the lucrative conditions overseas, and many will leave and never return, even becoming someone else's resource, right?"
"right!"
"Since that's the case, you must understand the 'mixing sand' theory, right? The other side only wants to precisely target our top-notch talent, so we might as well win by sheer quantity, taking the opportunity to double down on the supply and cooperation, and using a more proactive approach to create the impression of completely embracing the Western world. This is feasible, isn't it?"