They were all big bosses, and one of them was considered a colleague. Of course, Li Yu had to reply as soon as possible.
Li Yu was typing Morse code very slowly, and Konoe Akiyuki who was in the office came over and said: "Sir, I am good at sending telegrams, leave this little thing to me."
"Do you know Morse code?" Li Yu asked.
Konoe Akiyuki said confidently: "I can not only send telegrams in English, but also in German."
Among them, Count Zeppelin's telegram was sent in German. Li Yu said: "Okay, you send these two telegrams."
First is the telegram to Planck:
"Professor Planck, I'm honored that you like this set of books. As for the side stories, I will create them when I have time. You may not know that for me, writing science fiction works is much harder than writing papers and making inventions!"
Konoe Akiyuki took the telegram and quickly coded it. It was easier to obtain information by sending a telegram. She asked intentionally or unintentionally: "Sir, is Professor Planck a very good writer?"
When she saw that the telegram was about urging manuscripts, she naturally thought so.
I am afraid that no one in future generations will not know Planck and Einstein, the two pioneers in quantum mechanics and relativity respectively, but at this time they really did not have much fame.
Needless to say, Einstein was just a small temporary worker.
Although Planck was a university professor, it was only that, because there were only a few professors in Europe.
Li Yu could only say: "Professor Planck is an epoch-making figure in the quantum field."
Konoe Akiyuki had received some training in mathematics and physics, so he said: "Epoch-breaking? Why haven't I heard of it? I only know that the leading figures in the European scientific community are Lord Kelvin and Professor Roentgen."
Li Yu said: "They are all very powerful, but in terms of influence, I'm afraid Professor Planck will be even higher in the future."
Konoe Akiyuki didn't know what the so-called "quantum" studied by Planck was. It was a completely unfamiliar word to her, so she said: "I am ignorant."
Li Yu quickly wrote another message to Count Zeppelin:
"Mr. Earl, I respect the pioneers who explore new technologies, so you can naturally use Star Wars elements to promote the airship."
Li Yu actually knew that airships were not a particularly good technology, and the main reason was safety.
In addition, there are many other major shortcomings that make it completely unable to compete with the rapidly rising aircraft.
The Zeppelin airship later became the pride of Germany, but after the largest "Hindenburg" was built, its crash also announced the complete demise of the airship.
However, scientific and technological exploration is the only way for mankind, and the love for the sky and the sea will not change.
For at least the next 30 years, airships were still a technology that the rich talked about.
——Airplanes soon greatly reduced costs by increasing the passenger capacity and flight speed, but airships have almost always been a toy of the rich. Taking a ride on an airship is a very cool thing and can greatly meet the social needs of the rich.
Konoe Akiyuki said: "Is an airship the kind of hot air balloon that can carry people?"
"It's not the same, but generally you can understand it this way." Li Yu said.
Konoe Akiyuki is obviously more interested in airships: "So can it be used in the military field?"
Li Yu said: "Yes, but the effect will not be very good."
Konoe Akiyuki continued to ask: "Why is it bad?"
Li Yu said: "Because it is too bulky."
Anyone who has played Red Alert 2 should remember the terrifying "Kirov reporting". The Kirov airship in the game is from the Soviet Union, but the prototype is actually a German Zeppelin airship. I don't know why the game placed it on the Soviet Union.
In the game, the Kirov airship has amazing bombing capabilities, and it has also carried out bombing missions in reality.
During World War I, Germany established an airship fleet, using Zeppelin airships, and even bombed the British mainland.
The airship at that time was definitely considered the ultimate weapon, just like the tank that the British army had just secretly developed on land.
Once the airship comes out, it can be said that it is invincible, invincible, and all countries are surrendered.
Aircraft during World War I seemed childish and pitiful, and had no power to stop the arrival of airships.
There were almost no aircraft that could fight at night. Even if the British planes discovered the airship, the only thing they could do was poke two small holes in its thick skin.
What can prevent these German air monsters from visiting their cousins in England is the unpredictable weather over the North Sea.
Airships usually take off from bases in Germany such as Cuxhaven, Cologne and Dusseldorf in the evening, and arrive over the UK at the beginning of the lights.
The streetlights of British cities and the lights coming from inside their houses are their best signposts, because the term "blackout" had not yet appeared.
After dropping the bombs they carried, they turned around and flew eastward, returning to Germany before dawn the next day.
It just comes and goes with ease.
After carrying out many missions, the main damage was caused by storms, but this has revealed the weakness of the airship.
Konoe Akiyuki said: "Sir, are you interested in modifying Count Zeppelin's airship? Because I think you also seem to know about aviation."
Li Yu shook his head: "I'm still more interested in airplanes."
Konoe Akiyuki said: "I find that the latest knowledge cannot be learned from books. Can I ask you for more advice in person in the future?"
Li Yu said: "Of course."
Konoe Akiyuki smiled: "That's great, thank you sir, I really admire you more and more!"
Beauty is a disaster.
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Berlin, Germany.
After seeing Li Yu's reply, Planck didn't buy it at all, and immediately sent a telegram back: "Hard work? Not hard at all! You are only in your twenties, and when I was your age, I could sleep 5 hours a day without feeling sleepy!"
If you don't work hard, can you sleep?"
Li Yu scratched his head, okay, he could only accept the boss's strong urging for the manuscript. Anyway, he was quite bored while taking the boat.
Count Zeppelin was much more polite: "Thank you, academician. When you come to Germany again, I will definitely let you ride on my airship for free! The flying experience will definitely make you forget to leave! And I will not use the Star Wars series to promote it in vain.
Full commission will be provided.”
Count Zeppelin was not a man short of money, and Li Yu had already guessed that he would offer it.
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At this time, Henry Leland, the president of Detroit Cadillac Company, placed an additional order for electronic ignition systems.
Germany's Karl Benz and Daimler companies have also already expressed their intention to order, and it seems very necessary to expand production.
Li Yu took Xie Yuxi to Detroit by train. Not only Henry Leland, but also General Motors and many small car factories came to visit him.
Henry Leland smiled and said: "First come, first served. Mr. Li Yu must first ensure my needs."
Henry Leland laid out an order contract, and Li Yu picked it up and looked at it. It turned out to be a long-term supply contract.
Cadillac's current sales in the United States are very good, giving him the confidence to increase production.
Not only Cadillac, but other small companies are also seeing steady increases in sales.
Li Yu and Xie Yuxi came to the conference room to discuss: "Can we purchase more factories in Detroit? The current factories are obviously not enough."
Xie Yuxi said: "As long as there are enough funds, there will be no problem. There are many factories in Detroit, and there are even many nearby."
"Get together as much as possible, and don't be too far apart," Li Yu said. "Also, to make it easier for you to move around, you will be the marketing director of LY Company from now on."
Xie Yuxi smiled and said: "You want me to work for you? But I am optimistic about your industry, and I have never seen a woman become a corporate executive. It's just for others to see."
Although she understood economics and business, she was not proficient in technology, so Li Yu arranged for David Buick to work with her on the factory expansion.
Nowadays, David Buick devotes a lot of his energy to engine research and development.
Li Yu also has a lot of engine design ideas in his mind. With David Buick here, he only needs to draw the drawings and let him complete the development, which can save a lot of time.
The people Li Yu recruited, such as Tesla and Buick, are all technology obsessed.
Fortunately, Zou Zhou has taken on the responsibility for production affairs. He is worthy of vigorous training in the future, and his Chinese identity is very convenient for managing Chinese workers in the factory.
Li Yu came to Zou Zhou and said to him: "Work hard, and you will be the executive director of LY America Company from now on."
Zou Zhou was surprised: "Executive... director?"
Li Yu patted him on the shoulder: "He has great power."
"I……"
Li Yu didn't wait for him to refuse: "You deserve this."
Well, the speed of improvement feels like riding a rocket.
Zou Zhou is on the production line and can clearly feel the strong competitiveness of the company's products and that it is very likely to become a first-class large enterprise in the future.
Nowadays, few Chinese in the United States even have serious jobs. It is a dream that I can become an upper-level executive of a large company.
Zou Zhou's eyes filled with tears: "Sir, I can't even do anything to repay you!"
Li Yu smiled and said: "Don't talk about the old society. What I pay attention to here is distribution according to work."
Zou Zhou was so excited that he didn't understand what the word "old society" meant. "I will not let you down!"
Li Yu said: "In the future, your tasks are indeed very heavy. There are many new products to be launched. You also need to take time to learn some management knowledge. I will ask someone to give you the opportunity to take management courses at the University of Detroit."
Similar to night school in later generations.
Zou Zhou has good learning ability and said: "I do often feel that I lack knowledge. It would be great if I could take tutoring."
After signing a preliminary supply contract with Henry Leland and others, Li Yu left for New York.
The transportation in the United States is very convenient. It is much faster to go from Beijing to Shanghai than in China. It seems that we have to find a way to get the railway repaired in advance.
As soon as Li Yu got off the train, he found that Liang Cheng, the ambassador to the United States, came to greet him in person.
After Liang Cheng saw Li Yu, he said: "I'm really sorry. I just now know that the emperor's master has arrived in the United States again."
Li Yu said: "I have been busy and did not bother the ambassador."
Liang Cheng said: "You are not an ordinary person. Why bother? Just let the embassy know if anything happens."
The two came to a cafe outside the station. Liang Cheng had spent a long time in the United States and ordered two cups of coffee skillfully, and then said, "Is your company going quite smoothly?"
"It's a good start, but I hope we can get on the right track," Li Yu said, and then asked, "How is the return of the Gengzi compensation going?"
Liang Cheng said: "Overall, it is good. I think it will be passed by Congress early next year. Next, we will study how to connect with the country."
Li Yu said: "The United States is pretty fast, but I don't know if it can be connected in China. I'm worried that it will be abused."
Liang Cheng understood Li Yu's worries: "This is not the past. Even some princes and nobles have seen the benefits of studying abroad. If the smell of copper penetrates, it seems that good things will be ruined."
Li Yu said: "We can only let domestic academic departments pass some review standards as soon as possible. Fortunately, most academic department officials still have principles."
China has always attached great importance to education. If the same review standards as the imperial examinations can be introduced, it can be as fair as possible.
——Although there was really not much fairness in the feudal era, the imperial examination selection was really fair that attracted worldwide attention.
China has never had a so-called aristocratic tradition, and this is indispensable.
The imperial examination gave ordinary people a channel for advancement. In contrast, in other countries, nobles have always controlled the country.
Therefore, Li Yu never blindly worshiped or even envied various foreign people with titles.
Moreover, European countries are generally small, resulting in too many nobles, and most titles just sound a bit intimidating.
Liang Cheng said: "After the things here are settled, I will leave for home. I must not make such an important matter go wrong."
Li Yu believed in Liang Cheng's character and it would be best for him to come forward.
Moreover, as the minister of a weak country like the Qing Dynasty, Liang Cheng did not have much to do in the United States. Returning the Boxer Indemnity and opening up channels for studying abroad were his top priorities.
As for the various other diplomatic notes, they were completely in a state of disdain and could not be said at all.
Moreover, he couldn't help Li Yu much with his business affairs. He could only provide some information about Washington.
In matters of enterprise and recruitment, he is not as good as his godfather Situ Meitang.
Liang Cheng then said to Li Yu: "One more thing. Your company is located in Detroit. In addition to handling the relationship with the United States, you also have to be careful about your own people."
Li Yu was surprised and said: "One of our own?"
Liang Cheng said: "Detroit is close to Canada and is much closer to Toronto than New York. But now many Chinese in Canada still listen to Mr. Kang."
Liang Cheng knew that Kang Youwei was the person named by the Qing court to be arrested, but since he had no police force, he naturally did not have the ability to arrest him. Secondly, Liang Cheng's feelings towards Kang Youwei were rather subtle. In the minds of many people, Kang Youwei was still a "single-minded man".
A pillar of strength for the country.
Li Yu frowned, Kang Youwei was indeed not easy to deal with, and he had had a bad relationship with him before.
After thinking for a while, he said: "What I do is always for the good of the Chinese people. Mr. Kang will not make trouble, right?"
Liang Cheng sighed, "People's hearts are separated from each other. You know that since ancient times, there have been struggles in the court. How can we talk about good, bad, right and wrong? It's no different here. Besides, your company has begun to show its strong ability to make money.
, it will definitely become a big force in the future, so...so we still need to pay more attention to it."
Liang Cheng could only express it euphemistically, lamenting that as the minister to the United States, he could not even mediate with the major Chinese forces in America.
It was impossible for Kang Youwei to listen to him, and it was even less possible for Hongmen to listen to him. What Li Yu was doing was too high-end and there was nothing he could do.