The next day is better than hitting the day, after breakfast, Qian Xuesen discussed with Qian Weichang as the person in charge, the two hit it off, and then called everyone for a meeting. In the restaurant, Qian Xuesen said to everyone: "Everyone, the journey back to China is very long, and we can't waste time." General Ouyang has created such good conditions for us, and we must cherish them even more. General Ouyang put forward the idea of leapfrogging development, which is very much in line with our national conditions. History has given us a sacred responsibility that we must catch up with the developed countries in the field of science. Comrades, Brother Wei and I have discussed and decided to set up scientific research groups in various fields and use the time of the trip to come up with something. ”

Qian Wei said: "General Ouyang advocated that science is the primary productive force, and said our heart, I very much agree with Brother Xuesen's suggestion, and start working now." Now Comrade Qian Xuesen, please decide on the leaders of each scientific research group! And arrange specific work. Qian Xuesen thought for a moment and said, "Everyone, I am assigned by my superiors, and I am duty-bound. Mr. Zhao Yan! ”

A person stood up in the crowd, "Please give Mr. Qian orders!" That's what people have thought for a long time," replied a fair-faced, bespectacled, man of about 30 years of age. "As far as I know, Mr. Zhao studied ship design and has 4 years of practical work experience in the Eastern Shipyard, during which time you worked as an assistant engineer. Mr. Qian Weichang and I have studied and decided that you will be the leader of the ship design team! Qian Xuesen thought clearly.

"The ship design team consists of 12 people, and during this time on board, you have to do your best to give a correct assessment of the destroyers produced in the United States. By incorporating your ideas through the process of practice, I hope to come up with your design drawings after the practical test of the sea journey. "Mr. Qian, thank you for your trust, we will work hard." "Yan Shizhao!" "Contemptible!" A young man of twenty-five or sixteen stood up. "As far as I know, you are studying radio information engineering, and you have unique insights in your major, and you write a very far-sighted thesis. You are the leader of the radio information team. ”

"The contemptible people will never disappoint Mr. Qian's high expectations!" "The task of your group is to first grasp the principles of advanced sonar and shipborne radar in the United States as soon as possible in theory, and through the professional knowledge you have mastered, to figure out the application of electromagnetic waves in related fields as soon as possible, and I hope that after the end of the trip. You can come up with satisfactory results. After Yan Shizhao sat down, Qian Xuesen continued: "Zhou Guangda! A tall young man stood up: "Mr. Zhou is studying mechanical manufacturing, and we have decided that you will be the leader of the mechanical team." Your group is the largest, about 40 people. ”

"Machinery manufacturing is also related to the overall situation of industrial development, and you should use the time of your journey to study all kinds of machinery and equipment on the warship, including sonar systems, shipboard radar systems, and weapon systems. At present, Japanese militarism has already shown signs of failure, and defeat is only a matter of time. In the future, while dealing with the wounds of war, China will strive to enter the world's advanced ranks in the fields of science and technology and industry. We have a long way to go, and the burden on us is very heavy. History has given the Chinese nation another opportunity to be stubborn, and we must firmly grasp it. ”

Seeing everyone's excitement, Qian Xuesen continued: "I am in a group with Mr. Qian Weichang, and the topic we are studying belongs to the category of confidentiality, so everyone can understand it." In addition, each group can come to me to collect scientific research equipment and books. Now, please do your part and get to work! Everyone stood up and was about to disperse, Wu Yaqiong suddenly asked, "Mr. Qian, everyone has a job, what are we doing?" Qian Xuesen smiled: "It seems that I didn't think it through, how could I forget the heroine." Miss Wu, you and my wife are in charge of secretarial work, mainly to provide professional books for each group. ”

"Mr. Qian, what am I doing?" Mei Ting shouted loudly. "Miss Mei understands medical skills, and you are responsible for everyone's health. In addition, every day, after dinner, the leaders of each group have a meeting together, and everyone communicates with each other, so as to facilitate the integration of our various fields. ”

Tao Yong woke up, and the sun was high in the sky. Lunch time is over. He came to the dining room to hurriedly fill his stomach and entered the cockpit of the battleship. "What's the matter?" "Everything is going well, at the moment we are close to the Caribbean Sea and are sailing southeast." The boatswain who maneuvered the battleship replied. Looking at the vast sea, Tao Yong raised his binoculars to observe carefully.

Soon, he checked in front of the chart, and then stepped out of the cockpit and stood on the bridge to look up. The battleship No. 112 rode the wind and waves with its head held high, and two submarines were dragged behind it. Project 113 battleship was located in the back, and in the middle was a supply freighter. The intermediate supply freighter has a displacement of about 3,000 tons and is a newly launched freighter from the Hermann shipyard. The freighter was specially supplied to the fleet, and it was loaded with large quantities of fuel and other supplies, including fresh water. The captain of the freighter was a hired Panamanian with a lot of seafaring experience.

Tao Yong inadvertently glanced at the deck and couldn't help but be surprised. The deck should be bustling and bustling at this time, but only a few guests, family members and children are staying. Odd! What have all the people done? Tao Yong stepped off the bridge and entered the cabin. walked to Qian Xuesen's room and listened for a while, but there was no movement inside. Tao Yong was even more confused, hesitated and knocked on the door, only to see a young man with glasses open the door. "Captain Tao is here, please come in!" The young man said politely. Walking into the cabin, I found that it was full of books, Qian Xuesen, Qian Weichang and others were immersed in reading!

Seeing Tao Yong walk in, Qian Weichang put down the book and said, "Captain Tao, I discussed with Brother Xuesen, the journey is long, and time cannot be wasted." To do this, we divided everyone into groups and started working??????, which is roughly the case. "General Tao, I didn't consult with you, please understand!" Qian Xuesen said politely. At this moment, a warm current surged into Tao Yong's heart, and he was in awe of these scientists. "Your heart for the motherland is touching. What needs to be done from me, just say! In this way, I will take care of the logistics, and I will make sure that everyone eats and sleeps well, and is full of energy and goes to work. ”

The fleet reached the coast of Brazil after 10 days of tailwind, but did not dock on the coast of Brazil due to the presence of supply vessels. According to the sailing plan, the fleet turned around and headed east for the Cape of Good Hope in Africa. Today, Brazil and other South American countries have joined the Allies and are serving the war effort. On the route from Brazil to the Cape of Good Hope in Africa, there are significantly more cargo ships in the sea along the route.

On this day, Mei Ting was reviewing the health files of the personnel in the medical room, and suddenly a young man from the mechanical group ran in a panic and said: "Doctor Mei, Xiao Zhang of our group suddenly has abdominal pain, you can go and take a look!" ”

Mei Ting hurriedly picked up the cross medicine box and ran over, only to see a young man in the rest cabin with cold sweat on his head, his face twisted and painful. Mei Ting was diagnosed for the first time, and she was very panicked. After a long time, Mei Ting said: "Judging from the symptoms, he has acute appendicitis, and he must be operated on immediately or his life is in danger." Mei Ting regretted it after speaking. Miss Mei, you are the only doctor here, and in that case, you are ready for surgery immediately! Tao Yong said decisively. Mei Ting's face turned pale when she heard this, and she said, "General Tao, I have never operated on anyone, I can't!" ”

"If you can't catch the ducks on the shelves, you have to do it, immediately carry the person to the medical room, Miss Mei, you prepare for surgery immediately!" Tao Yong said yes, and everyone stepped forward to carry the patient away. Mei Ting was dumbfounded, her head went blank, and her body trembled involuntarily. "Sister. I asked, did you ever have surgery in medical school? Jiang Ying asked softly. Mei Ting nodded mechanically. "Sister, although you haven't operated on a patient alone, now it's you, and no one blames you even if there is a problem with the operation. But if you don't help, everyone will look down on you! Mei Ting looked at Jiang Ying at a loss.

"Sister, I know some medical knowledge, I'll give you a start." Mei Ting gritted her teeth and nodded. Soon, Mei Ting and Jiang Ying appeared in the operating room, the two were wearing masks, and Mei Ting's expression was still panicked. Jiang Ying's encouraging eyes were full of trust, and at this time, the patient had fallen into a coma. Mei Ting immediately gave the patient an anesthetic injection and then measured her blood pressure. These movements are very skillful. But when Mei Ting picked up the scalpel, she involuntarily began to shake again. "Sister, as far as I know, appendix surgery is very simple, you have to believe in yourself, you are saving a life."

Mei Ting closed her eyes, forcibly calmed herself, and then used the knife with a trembling hand. The high tension made Mei Ting's sweat in her head often block her eyes. Jiang Ying nodded every time she wiped it, reminding her that she was doing a good job. When Mei Ting finished sewing the last stitch of the knife, she sat on the ground with her legs weak. The operation was very successful and the patient was saved.

It was another sunny morning, Mei Ting stood on the deck and looked out into the depths of the ocean, after this experience, her eyes were obviously mature, and her immature expression seemed to increase the incompatible annual rings.

Behind him, Jiang Ying and Wu Yaqiong stood side by side, "It's really difficult to be a sister, if it's me, I'm afraid I can't!" Wu Yaqiong said softly. People always have to grow, and through this incident, I believe that my sister will definitely become an excellent doctor. You go talk to her and hear how she feels! Wu Yaqiong nodded and walked over slowly. Soon the laughter of the girls came from the railing, and it was so pleasant. Tao Yong in the cab praised: "I believe that Miss Mei will be as good as her sister, she is mature." ”

In the days that followed, this mobile land became a place for a group of elites to display their talents, and they were active in all corners of the warship. When the night comes, the academic discussion is even more exciting. With the exchange and inspiration between each other, everyone is flying and increasing their talents to varying degrees. Time is ticking. On the thirtieth day of the Chinese New Year's Eve, the fleet arrived at the port of Cape Town. Tao Yong announced: The fleet has ended a most dangerous journey, and the following journey can reach Karachi without a hitch. In addition, Tao Yong announced a two-day stay in Cape Town for everyone to have a good year.

The port of Cape Town was busy at this time, with large ships from the United States plying the city. The ships were refueled at the port and then sailed to India. Wu Yaqiong has been to Cape Town and thinks she is well-informed. She seems to have become a tour guide and told Jiang Ying and Mei Ting about the customs here. For them, the traditional Chinese festival may never be forgotten, and the local people cannot understand their feelings. On the evening of the Chinese New Year's Eve, Tao Yong personally hosted the celebration party and took the lead in performing the program.

When the hands of midnight coincided at 12 o'clock, the sailors fired their guns in celebration, attracting the attention of everyone on the pier. Everyone was elated, no one was sleepy, looking forward to the future of the motherland, and they firmly believed that tomorrow would be better??????、