On January 22, 1979, the third ship of the Puzhou Naval Shipyard.

After receiving the news, Bai Zhizhan rushed over immediately, but was still one step slower.

The huge gantry crane has already sent the steel frame weighing more than 100 tons. The foreman and dozens of workers are preparing for the next riveting operation.

The steel frame is connected to other parts through riveting, supporting the outer armor plate to provide protection for the engine compartment below. Because the riveting points will destroy the overall structural strength, the steel frame cannot be changed casually after riveting and fixing.

The key is that the steel frame is in the middle of the battleship.

If it is at the head or tail of the ship, it is nothing. At most, it can be removed and reinstalled. However, in the middle of the hull, it is not only difficult to dismantle, but may also cause damage to the hull structure. If it is not done well, all the upper parts of the part must be removed, which is very troublesome.

A piece of the site next to it has been cleared and some supporting frames have been placed.

Judging from this situation, after installing the steel frame, armored steel plates will be laid.

The order to resume work came from the wartime cabinet, otherwise the steel plant that produced materials would not be so active. It took only a few days to produce the steel frame that had not been produced in the previous few months. As other materials arrived one after another, the construction of the "Longjiang" would definitely speed up.

Bai Zhizhan went directly to find the foreman and asked the foreman to order a temporary suspension of work.

Just a few days ago, Bai Zhizhan submitted a report related to two battlecruisers to the Navy Command, proposing to transform the two battleships into motherships. In order to convince the Navy Commander-in-Chief, Bai Zhizhan sent a telegram to Gui Boyong, hoping that He Yongxing would pay attention to this matter.

In fact, Bai Zhizhan did not believe that the Navy would use two precious battle cruisers for experiments.

Even though these two warships have not been built yet.

But now, Bai Zhizhan feels obliged to fight for something. After all, the order to resume work comes from the cabinet, and cabinet officials may not understand the Navy.

The order to resume work may be just to put pressure on the alliance group during negotiations.

“It’s only been these days…”

"Sir Bai, we don't understand what you mean, but you know that the order to resume work is issued by the superiors, and it is not something you can stop just by saying that you can stop." The foreman was very polite and even used a respectful title, but this attitude was clearly a way to keep people from thousands of miles away, and he did not take Bai Zhizhan seriously.

"Just today. I'll send a telegram right away and I'll give you a clear reply at the latest afternoon."

"Sir Bai, my more than one hundred brothers under my command are waiting." The foreman was obviously impatient and his tone was no longer so polite. When he said this, he looked up and down carefully. His expression and appearance seemed to be asking, who are you?

Bai Zhizhan was also in a state of terror, but he dared not speak out.

It’s not that I’m afraid, but that I don’t want to make things worse.

It is easier to drive away technical workers. It is not that easy to re-recruit and train technical workers and meet the standards for employment.

It is very difficult to just re-recruit technical workers.

Besides, the foreman did nothing wrong. He just acted according to the orders, so even if Bai Zhizhan was the military representative, he could not force the suspension of work.

According to normal procedures, Bai Zhizhan should first go to the shipyard leader, get a notice of suspension, and then come to the foreman.

The foreman refused to give in, and Bai Zhi fought hard to get on the verge of a tiger, and the scene was very embarrassing.

Fortunately, it didn't last long.

"Zhang Laosan, I haven't been here for a few days. Your bean sprout has grown into heaven?"

A full of anger came from the ladder. Standing in front of Bai Zhizhan, the foreman who was still arrogant and domineering at first immediately turned into a deflated ball.

Looking back at the colonel officer walking up, Bai Zhizhan couldn't help but smile bitterly.

Although it was the first time we met, Bai Zhizhan met the colonel.

That's right, it's Colonel Liu Xiangdong, the chief of the "Longjiang" and the head of the prison. He looks the same as the photos posted on the public notice board, but his skin is not that dark.

Maybe it's because I've been ashore for too long and I haven't been basking in the sun normally.

"Sir Liu, what wind has blown you?" The foreman was also a savage. He bypassed Bai Zhizhan and walked towards Liu Xiangdong with a smile on his face.

Bai Zhizhan has not yet had a real job, so he has no choice but to be a foreman.

Liu Xiangdong is a legitimate supervisor and has the power to inspect and accept. It is easy to deal with small people like the foreman.

"Stop talking nonsense to me. Have you seen me? Then I won't talk much. This Captain Bai Zhizhan will be the deputy supervisor of this ship in the future. You must all obey his instructions and command. From now on, he will be fully responsible for the acceptance work. Don't ask me for it at that time."

"Sir Bai, look at this, this is all a misunderstanding." The foreman immediately reacted.

Bai Zhizhan forced a smile and did not bother with the foreman.

"This is the approval from the Navy Command." Liu Xiangdong took out a document and snapped it on the foreman's chest. "During the shutdown period, all technical workers, including you, receive basic salary per day. After the resumption of work, calculate the bonus. As for when the work can resume, don't ask me, the Navy Command will naturally make arrangements. If there is nothing else, go call your people, and that's all today."

The foreman did not dare to ask too much. After looking through the approval documents from the Navy Command, he called all the workers down.

At this time, Bai Zhizhan had already gotten off the boat platform with Liu Xiangdong.

"It's all my fault. In fact, I should have come to you a few days ago." Although he was saying this, Liu Xiangdong had no intention of apologizing. "Before coming here, I called He Pengfei, and he was driving over. After a while, he would take you to the station."

"Col. Liu, I... the station!" Bai Zhizhan obviously did not keep up with Liu Xiangdong's rhythm, and he didn't understand why he had to go to the station immediately.

"Commander He sent it to you." Liu Xiangdong did not explain and handed a message to Bai Zhizhan.

It's just a few words.

Important matters, please return to the Navy Command to congratulate you.

Next to the signature, there is a symbol that symbolizes the identity of the sender. It is actually a symbol. There are four more water under the word "天", specifically referring to the Admiral.

As expected, He Yongxing was promoted again.

As expected, he should be the commander of the local fleet now.

Is there anything important to go to the Navy Command immediately!?

"When I see Gui Boyong, I will help me with the words."

Hearing this, Bai Zhizhan was stunned at first, and then looked at Liu Xiangdong.

"Even if the war is over, the bet will not be invalid. When the next war breaks out, I will prove to him who is the one who laughs to the end."

"Col. Liu..." Bai Zhizhan was obviously shocked, or felt embarrassed.

"Don't think too much. Lao Gui and I are classmates. We have lived in the same dormitory for five years, and three of them are still bunks."

After hearing what Liu Xiangdong said, Bai Zhizhan nodded and agreed.

At this time, He Pengfei arrived by car.

Perhaps Liu Xiangdong said hello, so He Pengfei went to Bai Zhizhan's dormitory and brought some clothes, especially winter jackets.

The winter in the imperial capital is not usually cold.
Chapter completed!