At a small industrial technology exchange meeting led by the Municipal Economic Commission, Jiang Tao was even jointly recommended by Director Li and Deputy Director Wang of the Cultural Bureau to attend as a representative of "individual economic technology innovation."
During the meeting, faced with numerous chief engineers and technical backbones from state-owned enterprises, Jiang Tao showed no signs of timidity. When the discussion turned to equipment introduction and maintenance issues, he confidently presented several suggestions regarding "preventive maintenance" and "exploration of domestic alternatives," drawing from his practical experience. He did not deliver lengthy speeches; instead, his concise points were direct and logical, occasionally incorporating a few professional terms from his past life that sounded quite novel in this era.
His remarks piqued the interest and attention of many professionals present, and even the Vice Mayor, who was hosting the meeting, cast him an approving glance. After the meeting, several chief engineers from large companies approached him to exchange contact information, expressing their desire for further communication.
Jiang Tao realized that through this "repairing fame," he had successfully opened the door to a higher level.
That evening, Jiang Tao deliberately closed his shop early and brought some imported snacks and fruits from the Friendship Store to pick up Lin Wei after work.
When Lin Wei saw him, a gentle smile spread across her face. "What brings you here to pick me up today?"
"I just attended a technical meeting in the city; it was on my way," Jiang Tao replied with a smile as he handed her the treats. "I brought you some goodies."
Lin Wei accepted the items with a playful frown. "You’re spending money recklessly again. By the way, I heard you’ve become quite famous now; even Director Li speaks highly of you." Her tone carried a hint of pride but also an imperceptible worry about the growing distance between them.
Jiang Tao sensed this and took her hand, looking earnestly into her eyes. "It doesn’t matter whether I’m famous or not. You are what matters most to me. All that outside stuff is superficial; only being with you makes my heart feel at ease."
Lin Wei blushed at his sudden declaration but felt an overwhelming warmth inside. She softly hummed in response and rested her head on Jiang Tao's shoulder.
Jiang Tao embraced her, gazing at the distant lights gradually illuminating the night. His heart was filled with warmth and strength. He knew that no matter how high or far he flew, this woman and this home would always be his strongest support and ultimate refuge.
Since Jiang Tao successfully repaired the "scrapped" German Combing Machine at the City Textile Factory, his reputation as "Miao Shou Jiang" had completely taken off in the city's industrial and technical circles. Previously, people might have thought he was just an individual business owner who repaired household appliances and bicycles—lucky and skilled perhaps—but now he had revived even precision equipment imported from Germany, which significantly elevated his technical standing.
In no time, Jiang Tao became a prominent figure in the city. Not only were more organizations seeking his repair services, but their ranks were also rising in status. Even when the Municipal Economic Commission and Technology Bureau occasionally organized technical seminars, they would invite him as an "individual economic technology expert" to observe or even speak. Director Li and Deputy Director Wang treated him as an esteemed guest, frequently introducing him to various factory directors and chief engineers. Jiang Tao's network expanded rapidly like a snowball, reaching levels far beyond what it once was.
In stark contrast was the gradual decline of Red Star Appliance Repair Service Department and his former superior, Ma Guoqiang.
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