“You're really planning to build coaches?” Wu Lingling was stunned this time.
Her question implied asking if Wang Yu was capable of building a new type of coach. After all, through their interactions, she had become completely convinced of Wang Yu's technical ability to develop and research new products.
Who would have thought that Wang Yu had already been considering this issue? Hearing her ask, he thought his thoughts had been guessed.
Well, he could only say that their ancient language was profound and vast, with different interpretations for the same content. If it were a foreign language, this situation probably wouldn't arise.
“That’s naturally the case.” Since he had been found out, Wang Yu saw no reason to hide it and readily admitted it.
Coaches of this era were still modified directly from truck chassis, and the riding experience was naturally very poor.
The advantage was their sturdiness and durability, perfectly suited for the poor road conditions in China, which were often almost non-existent.
The disadvantage, however… anyone who had ridden in them would have nothing good to say.
Wang Yu had considered designing a new type of coach before, but it involved a lot of content, and the necessary infrastructure and supporting facilities were difficult to sort out quickly.
“However, a coach production line won’t be easy. I’m already drawing the design sketches, but the hardware facilities need further development.”
After thinking for a moment, Wang Yu slowly said, “It will probably take some time. After all, setting up a dedicated production line is a bit troublesome.”
“That’s truly wonderful!”
Wu Lingling raised her eyebrows. Who knew what a torturous journey she had endured today? She certainly didn't want to experience that again!
“Huh? Wang Yu! Is that you?”
A sharp voice suddenly interjected. Looking up, they saw a young man who also seemed to be walking out of the bus station.
The young man looked very refined, dressed in a suit and tie, wearing gold-rimmed glasses, with his hair gelled, and his leather shoes polished to a shine. He carried a briefcase in his hand.
In short, he looked like a successful person.
Indeed, despite similar attire, compared to this young man, Wang Yu's nemesis Zhao Tao would appear like a monkey wearing a crown, his nouveau riche aura fully exposed.
“Who are you?” Wang Yu frowned slightly, finding the young man somewhat familiar.
“Hong Jianjun, old classmate, don't you remember me?” the young man smiled at Wang Yu, appearing very gentle.
Hearing this, Wang Yu seemed to recall something.
He did seem to have such an old classmate. He remembered that this person had excellent academic performance since childhood, always coming first in every subject. Later, he was admitted to a key university with the second-highest score in the provincial college entrance examination. After that, he reportedly went abroad to study.
As for himself, he had failed the exam and went to work in a factory. Then, because the factory was on the verge of collapse, he was pushed out to be a scapegoat factory director.
Perhaps due to his rebirth, the original memories of this body had become somewhat hazy, so Wang Yu pondered for a moment before remembering.
In those days, university students were as rare as pandas, let alone those who studied abroad. They were considered highly educated individuals.
“Oh, old classmate, are you back early?”
Wang Yu said to Hong Jianjun, his tone not particularly enthusiastic.
It wasn't that he was jealous of the other's achievements; the seven degree certificates he possessed from his previous life weren't acquired easily.
In his memory, Hong Jianjun was naturally somewhat arrogant, and their relationship wasn't very good, or more precisely, most of his classmates didn't get along well with him.
Moreover, he heard that Hong Jianjun had only gone abroad to study last year, so why was he back now? Well, perhaps he was on vacation.
“Yes, some matters brought me back early,” Hong Jianjun said with a smile, showing none of the coldness and arrogance Wang Yu remembered.
“Actually, my studies are not yet complete, but due to my excellent performance, I received an early offer from the group and got an internship opportunity.”
“Oh, I'm sorry, I forgot that you became a worker after graduation. You might not know, Qinglu Group is a multinational conglomerate spanning the entire East Continent, a very high-end one. Getting an offer from them is very difficult, especially for a young person like me who hasn't graduated.”
Hong Jianjun explained, his tone carrying a hint of self-importance and pride. Of course, he had the capital to be proud; this resume would undoubtedly outshine most of his peers, at least in their Jiangyang County, it was unparalleled!
“Oh.” Wang Yu simply responded blandly and then turned to Wu Lingling, “What do you want to eat tonight? You must be tired too. I'll cook for you myself to let you taste my skills.”
He genuinely had no interest in how well Hong Jianjun was doing.
“Hmm, let me think.” Wu Lingling tilted her head, seemingly not noticing Hong Jianjun beside her. “How about fish? I really miss your stewed fish soup…”
“What are you still cooking for?” Hong Jianjun interjected again, turning his gaze to Wu Lingling. “Wang Yu, is this your girlfriend? She’s quite… pretty.”
Hong Jianjun’s words were somewhat insincere. Wu Lingling currently looked very haggard due to days of hard work, a long bus ride, and was disheveled with messy hair. Her simple clothes also looked travel-worn. At first glance, she looked no different from a migrant worker coming to the city from the countryside.
Such an appearance could not be associated with the word "pretty."
Wu Lingling frowned slightly at Hong Jianjun's interruption but said nothing.
Wang Yu also felt a bit uncomfortable, but then he heard Hong Jianjun continue, “I'm back this time for official business with the group. We old classmates haven't seen each other in a long time. I'll host tonight, let's all get together? I’ll treat everyone to a meal at Jiangyang Grand Hotel, the best hotel in the county!
Coincidentally, I met you right after getting off the bus, so I don't need to go find you specifically to invite you. Why don't you bring your girlfriend along?”
Hong Jianjun’s tone was very magnanimous, or rather, generous and extravagant.
“Thanks, no…”
Wang Yu’s eyebrows didn't even lift as he was about to refuse.
But before he could finish, Wu Lingling stepped forward, linked her arm with Wang Yu's, as if she were his girlfriend, and quickly replied, “Okay, then we'll bother you.”
“Alright, it’s a deal! Eight o'clock tonight, don’t be late!”
Hong Jianjun said with a smile, then turned and left.
Watching his retreating figure, Wang Yu frowned slightly, “What's so good about these boring banquets?”
“Don't say that!” Wu Lingling still held Wang Yu's arm, her face beaming. “We’ve been exhausted these past few days. It’s rare for a silly rich guy to offer to treat us, let’s just consider it a welcome feast.”
“Heh, isn’t this a bit like Ah Q's spiritual victory method?”
“Just consider it a way to relax, and it’s good for you to see your old classmate, while I get to freeload a good meal.”
Wu Lingling’s face was full of smiles and interest. Seeing her like this, Wang Yu didn't say anything more, implicitly agreeing.
They walked out of the station side by side and returned to the auto factory. As soon as they entered, they saw the stern old director Li Ming approaching them.
“Little factory director, you're finally back! While you were away, our purchasing department had people beaten up!”
“What?”
Wang Yu, who had just sat down to have a drink of water, suddenly stood up, his face instantly darkening.