Rebirth 1979: Hunting wild boars and saving educated youth

Chapter 111: US dollars, we don’t need to ask for help!

In the office building of the Planning Commission, Chen Feng, Xu Wei and Director Yao of the Finance Department of Ninghai University explained the situation in detail to a middle-aged cadre and handed over the application documents.

The middle-aged cadre took the document and flipped through it page by page, his expression becoming increasingly solemn.

"DOS system? What is that?" The middle-aged cadre looked up at Chen Feng. "Our country's foreign exchange resources are precious. How could we possibly use them to buy something we've never even heard of?"

Chen Feng's heart sank, but he tried to remain calm. "This is an internationally advanced operating system, and it's of great significance to improving our country's computer technology. Furthermore, this is a formal agreement we signed with a foreign company. If we fail to honor this agreement, it will seriously affect our international reputation."

The middle-aged cadre shook his head and said firmly, "No, I can't approve it. The use of foreign exchange must be strictly controlled and cannot be wasted on such unclear things."

Chen Feng wanted to argue again: "Leader, listen to me, this DOS system is really not an ordinary thing. It is the foundation of computer operation and has immeasurable value for future technological development. We introduced it this time because..."

However, the middle-aged cadre interrupted him. He stood up and gently patted the documents on the table with his hands. "Are you accusing me of not understanding? Our country's foreign exchange resources are limited, and every penny must be used wisely. I've never even heard of this DOS system you mentioned, let alone its value. In my opinion, this is an unclear expenditure, and I cannot approve it."

After saying that, he pointed to the door and motioned Chen Feng to leave: "Please understand my position and respect our rules. If you have anything else to do, I'm happy to help, but this matter is non-negotiable."

Chen Feng wanted to speak, but the middle-aged cadre had already turned around and walked behind his desk, started processing other documents, and no longer looked at him.

This obvious intention to drive him away made Chen Feng realize that it would be useless to continue pestering, so he stopped pestering and directly pulled Xu Wei away.

Director Yao said to Chen Feng worriedly, "Should we go to Beijing and talk to the Planning Commission leaders about this? If the Planning Commission doesn't approve this, then we won't have the currency exchange quota, and the contract won't be able to proceed!"

Chen Feng said, "It's no use here anyway. Let's go back and discuss it."

After returning to Ninghai University, Dean Shang and Professor Chi felt as if they had been poured with cold water.

They didn't expect that what they thought was a natural process would encounter such a big obstacle at the last moment.

Dean Shang sighed. "What should we do? We've already signed an agreement with a foreign company. If we can't pay on time, the consequences will be disastrous."

Professor Chi also frowned: "Yes, this DOS system is too important to us. We can't just give it up like this."

The two looked at each other in silence, and then looked at Chen Feng at the same time.

Dean Shang said, "Xiao Chen, tell us what you think. We must make this happen. Let's all work together."

Dean Shang has now figured out Chen Feng's situation. This kid is definitely not an ordinary student. He knows very well that the Golden Edge Liquor and Yangrong Pills are selling like hot cakes. He has even paid for the Golden Edge Liquor with his own money.

He took out one hundred thousand U.S. dollars without blinking an eye. In the past, this guy would have been a capitalist. He might have been tied up with a sign, had a stab in the back of his neck, and been dragged out to be shot!

Although the policy has been relaxed now, it is still rare to find someone who dares to do something like Chen Feng. Who would believe that he has no one backing him up?

Principal Shang was the first to shake his head and refused to believe it!

What he meant was that everyone had to use their connections, find ways, and quickly resolve this hot potato!

"I had an economics teacher in my early years. Although he's retired now, his words still carry some weight in Beijing," Principal Shang said. "I'll give him a call later to see if he can get in touch with the State Planning Commission."

Professor Chi frowned and said, "I also know a few people in Beijing, one in the tax department and one in the civil affairs department. I wonder if they can connect with the State Planning Commission."

Chen Feng recalled the look of the middle-aged cadre just now, and his anger surged up. "Don't bother looking for them! It's just US dollars, as if we can't do anything without them. Without Zhang the butcher, we still can't eat pork? I won't look for them anymore!"

Principal Shang was stunned for a moment, then quickly advised, "Xiao Chen, don't be impulsive. If you don't get approval from the State Planning Commission, the bank won't let you exchange foreign currency. What are you going to do?"

Chen Feng glanced at the phone on Principal Shang's desk and asked casually, "Principal Shang, can you make international calls on this phone?"

Principal Shang nodded: "It can fight, you can use it."

Chen Feng didn't hesitate and directly picked up the phone and dialed a number skillfully. After a few beeps, Teresa Teng's familiar and slightly surprised voice came from the other end of the phone.

"Hello? Who is this?" Teresa Teng asked with a deliberately drawn-out tone.

"Lijun, it's me, Chen Feng." Chen Feng said with a smile, "Where are you?"

"Hey! Director! Why are you here? I'm in Los Angeles, resting in the hotel." Teresa Teng's voice was full of joy.

Chen Feng slapped his forehead and said, "Oh, look at my memory. I forgot about the time difference between us. It should be night time where you are now, right?"

"It's okay. I've become a night owl now." Teresa Teng said sweetly, "Why did you suddenly think of calling me?"

"Haha, can't we just care about our shareholders?" Chen Feng said.

"Hehe, so you are here to care about me?" Teresa Teng asked with a smile.

"Of course. How are you? Are you happy? You have to take care of your health when you are outside alone!" Chen Feng said with concern.

But when he said this, he looked up and found that Principal Shang and Professor Chi were staring at him with gossipy expressions, and he couldn't help feeling a little embarrassed.

After all, he was still borrowing someone else's phone. He coughed twice and got to the point: "Lijun, let me tell you something serious..."

Then he told Teresa Teng about the contract he had signed with Tim and the difficulties he encountered in exchanging currency.

Teresa Teng frowned as she listened on the other end of the phone. She didn't like seeing Chen Feng in trouble, and she didn't like anyone making things difficult for him even more.

So, she said in a straightforward tone, without any hesitation: "I understand. It's just $100,000, right? I'll give it to you. But when I get back, you have to eat with me and play with me. That's how you repay me. How about that?"

Chen Feng smiled and agreed: "No problem, and I have something good to give you!"

"A gift? What good thing is it?" Teresa Teng became more excited.

Chen Feng started to keep it a secret: "Keep it a secret for now, you'll know when you come back..."

After hanging up the phone, Chen Feng looked at Principal Shang and Professor Chi and said with a smile, "Done! We won't ask for help with the US dollar matter."