Reborn as a Noble's Son

Chapter 660: Chapter 616: The Chief’s Summon_1

“Director Zhang, this time, I plan to focus on the development of computer internet work in WangHai City. I am considering going to America to try to secure a sub-server of the international internet to be located in WangHai City. As such, in terms of the infrastructure construction and layout of the internet network, we would need more support from the Development and Reform Commission.” At this moment, Nie Zhenbang smiled and revealed his plan for this period.

As soon as his words fell, Zuo Yan and Zhang Xiting were both taken aback. Nie Zhenbang’s ambitions were indeed vast. Though they both did not fully understand the international internet, they had some understanding when the country initially started to connect to it. They figured that a sub-server was involved.

The global internet network only has one root server, which is located in the internet center in America. It is managed by a supercomputer server responsible for the allocation of global network resources. There are also some mirrored servers in places like Europa and Dongying, which are called sub-servers. They undertake the global internet.

Back then, our country also strived for a sub-server, but it was unfortunate that we did not get approval from America. Nie Zhenbang’s plan seems rather ambitious. Setting up sub-servers involves national-level issues. Having one would change the country’s standing on the international internet. If it could be done, the country would have started it a long time ago. The main reason for our failure was America’s containment of Huaxia. If a mayor of a sub-provincial city could succeed in something the country could not, wouldn’t that be a joke? If he truly succeeds, wouldn’t that undermine the country’s efforts and mark a severe loss of face?

Regardless of whether you are successful or not, Nie Zhenbang, it would be inappropriate. Upon saying so, both men began to underestimate Nie Zhenbang significantly.

Dong Xiangyang had specifically introduced both men to Nie Zhenbang. Their purpose was clear. Considering the Dong family’s lack of successors, they wanted to use Nie Zhenbang, the rising political star, to secure the Dong family’s future status, waiting until the fourth generation of the Dong family came of age. It was a good plan, but it seems rather unrealistic. Nie Zhenbang is just average.

As Zhang Xiting was about to speak, Dong Xiangyang laughed and said, “Old Zhang, don’t underestimate Zhenbang. Although he’s young, he’s quite driven. He has already made a detailed report to Secretary General Shen about this matter. I think there’s a possibility that it could happen.”

Upon hearing this, Zuo Yan adopted a thoughtful expression. He had conducted careful research on Nie Zhenbang’s track record.

Nie Zhenbang’s first stop was in the Central Committee of the Communist Youth League, followed by Secretary General Shen on inspection tours of Liangxi and WangHai, which had a lot to do with Nie Zhenbang. Judging from this, the relationship between Nie Zhenbang and Secretary General Shen was no simple matter. If they have Secretary General Shen’s approval for these matters, it’s not impossible.

Zuo Yan subsequently gave Zhang Xiting a look. Although both of them were officials from the Dong family, they were, after all, only considered as related to the Dong family. They had often been in close contact in their daily lives.

Zhang Xiting understood what Zuo Yan meant, so he laughed and replied: “If that’s the case, there wouldn’t be much of a problem from the Development and Reform Commission. It’s inevitable that domestic internet speeds will be raised. After I have made some arrangements, I will contact you.”

Old Dong’s memorial service lasted for three days. Afterward, he was cremated, and his ashes were interred at the Treasure Mountain Revolutionary Cemetery, accompanying the lush cypresses forever.

On the afternoon of Old Dong’s burial, several of the Dong family brothers and Nie Zhenbang appeared at the Jingcheng City International Airport.

Compared to a few days ago, Dong Wan seemed somewhat stern, a stark contrast to her usual gentle image.

Without speaking or interacting in any way, one could imagine how heavy Dong Wan’s mood was. Her grandfather had considered her even in his dying moments. So it’s normal for Dong Wan to behave this way now.

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At the old Nie family mansion, just as Nie Zhenbang returned home, there were sounds of knocking on the door. Opening it, Huang Yunshan was standing at the entrance. He looked at Nie Zhenbang and smiled, “Zhenbang, the leader has asked me to call you over.” @@novelbin@@

The leader requested to see him?

Nie Zhenbang was somewhat surprised and shocked. Secretary General Shen was taking the initiative to talk to him, something that had never happened before. What could be the purpose and considerations behind Secretary General Shen’s move? This was what Nie Zhenbang was worried about. Especially since he found out that the Li family had already started to draw close to Secretary General Shen. In such circumstances, one couldn’t help but think twice.

But since Huang Yunshan was already here, there was no reason for him to leave empty-handedly. Nie Zhenbang immediately nodded and said, “Director Huang, I’m sorry to have troubled you for making a special trip.”

In the Forbidden City, Nie Zhenbang was no stranger, having visited frequently. Along the way, Secretary General Shen’s car naturally faced no obstacles and went straight into the complex.

Under the guidance of Huang Yunshan, Nie Zhenbang entered Secretary General Shen’s courtyard. After sitting down in the reception room and waiting for a moment, Secretary General Shen came out. Seeing him, Nie Zhenbang immediately rose to his feet and respectfully greeted him, “Secretary General.”

Secretary General Shen seemed to be in good spirits. He gestured for Nie Zhenbang to sit down, and then settled himself on the sofa before saying jovially, “Comrade Zhenbang, I heard that you recently proposed a plan for Wanghai City to apply for an international internet subserver. That’s a major project indeed. Could you elaborate on it?”

This statement caught Nie Zhenbang off guard for a moment, but then he nodded. Unexpectedly, Zhang Xiting had been quite swift. Nie hadn’t anticipated this.

That Zhang Xiting had forwarded this plan to higher authorities until it reached the central government and Secretary General Shen knew about it, wasn’t so strange after all.

Upon hearing this, Nie Zhenbang nodded and replied, “Yes, leader, our country’s internet development is continuously flourishing. Cities like Jingcheng and the South China Sea, are also vigorously promoting the development of computer internet companies. I believe that the internet will be a trend for future development. The fact that Microsoft became the world’s top company demonstrates the potential for growth in the industry of computer internet. If Wanghai City wants to develop computer internet industry, it will need a strong backing for support. In terms of location, WangHai City can’t compete with the South China Sea. From a bigger perspective, it can’t compete with Jingcheng. To make a difference, it has to consider other aspects.”

Listening to Nie Zhenbang’s words, Secretary General Shen chuckled in satisfaction. The fact that Nie Zhenbang was considering such aspects showed that he had done ample preparation.

He then asked, “So, how are you sure that Wanghai will receive approval from America to build a subserver?”

When the country was planning domestic preparations and international internet interconnections, the idea of setting up a subserver in Huaxia was proposed. However, at that time, America did not approve and outright rejected the proposal. Secretary General Shen was curious about how Nie Zhenbang might accomplish what the country couldn’t.

Nie Zhenbang also nodded his understanding, saying, “Leader, there are three main reasons which give me great confidence. Firstly, in recent years, our country’s economic and military strengths have rapidly developed, and we have become an internationally significant power, with our global status further solidified.”

Secretary General Shen nodded his agreement. Since becoming the top leader, he had become aware of many state secrets and intricate issues. As for Nie Zhenbang’s previous assertive actions, the Secretary General was impressed.

In the words of President Yuan, Nie Zhenbang laid the groundwork for Huaxia’s future for hundreds of years. This wasn’t just lip service. Today, with two aircraft carriers nearing completion and state-of-the-art fourth-generation fighters being equipped, it could be said that the military and industrial technologies that Nie Zhenbang brought back then, have significantly reduced the gap between our country and the developed Western countries, putting us on equal footing. That was the underlying foundation and assurance of the country.

“The second reason is Wanghai City’s geographical location. As it is situated along the Southeastern coast, facing Treasure Island across the sea, it can radiate its influence throughout Southeast Asia. In this aspect, it outshines other regions within the country. The third reason is our sincerity. For that reason, I plan to establish a delegation to personally visit America and discuss this issue.”

Listening to Nie Zhenbang’s explanation, Secretary General Shen fell silent. The implications of setting up a subserver far exceeded what was stated. The benefits to the country would be enormous.

Later, Secretary General Shen nodded in approval, “Good, this idea is excellent. The country is supportive too. The fact that Wanghai City can have such a proposition justifies your work achievement and ability, Comrade Zhenbang.”

Next, Secretary General Shen discussed several issues concerning the “agriculture, rural areas, and farmers” policy with Nie Zhenbang in detail.

This made Nie Zhenbang quite happy. The issue of “agriculture, rural areas, and farmers” would become the country’s most significant and highly concerned issue in the next ten or more years. Now that the central government had started on this plan and preparation, no matter the outcome, at least the future “agriculture, rural areas, and farmers” problem should not be as severe as what he knew from future history.

At this point, Secretary General Shen paused and said slowly, “Comrade Zhenbang, in terms of your work, I feel you should be more mature and comprehensive. Our party’s principle has always been to correct mistakes once they are recognized. If a mistake is made, we should not eliminate the person with a single stroke, but evaluate the degree of seriousness and the nature of the matter.”

Hearing this, Nie Zhenbang’s heart gave a start. It seemed Secretary General Shen was subtly warning him.(.)