Dong Haoming also felt that the name "Loongson" was well-chosen.

Smiling, he said, "From now on, our electronic information industry will finally bid farewell to the era of being 'chipless'!"

"The name 'Loongson' really carries a grand vibe!"

"But, Xiao Zhang, I have a concern, though I'm hesitant to bring it up for fear of upsetting you."

Zhang Zhipeng smiled and said, "Principal, please go ahead! I'm not the kind of person who can't take criticism."

Dong Haoming replied, "It's not criticism, it's a worry."

"If you fully commit to leading the mass production of Loongson and domestic memory modules, what will happen to the avionics system of the third-generation fighter jet? That also requires your focused involvement. You are the best programmer, and I estimate the operating system for the avionics system will also need your personal attention."

Zhang Zhipeng smiled and said, "Principal, you don't need to worry about that."

"I can participate in the integration and development of the third-generation fighter jet's avionics system while overseeing Loongson's mass production."

"As long as I manage the selection of the most suitable task executors, assign tasks, and evaluate the outcomes, there shouldn't be any major issues."

"I'll still have plenty of time for research."

Dong Haoming was somewhat skeptical.

After all, a person's energy is finite, and establishing a chip production company would require a significant amount of time.

However, seeing the enthusiasm of the young, who want to take on more responsibilities, it's important to encourage them.

"Then give it a try. But if you find it overwhelming, make sure you know when to prioritize," Dong Haoming said.

Zhang Zhipeng nodded and said, "I will. Thank you for your support, Principal!"

That afternoon, Zhao Bingkun reported to the higher-ups.

During the report, he highly praised the outstanding contributions of the young researcher from Northwestern Polytechnical University, Zhang Zhipeng! This gifted young man led his team through arduous research, finally overcoming the challenges of developing a domestically produced CPU that meets world-class standards! This major achievement has profound implications for national defense! From now on, our country will no longer be at the mercy of others in this regard! Furthermore, this will undoubtedly accelerate the pace of upgrading our national defense weapons!

The leadership carefully reviewed the test results and, feeling very encouraged, expressed that such a talented young person must be richly rewarded and utilized! His intelligence and creativity should be fully harnessed to make even greater contributions to national defense!

However, the leadership also mentioned that considering the significant gap in strength between our country and the United States, we must continue to develop quietly and not be too high-profile.

Therefore, Zhang Zhipeng's significant research achievements cannot be publicly announced nationwide and must be kept under wraps for the time being.

The leader decisively said, "Then keep it vague! Issue an internal commendation, concealing the specifics of the achievement, and just state that this comrade has made an outstanding contribution to national defense. His invention has won the special award for military scientific research, so he should be commended! Award him a cash prize of 100,000 yuan!"

The special award for military scientific research is a prestigious honor, with few scientists qualifying for it—only those who make the most exceptional contributions have a chance to win.

Zhao Bingkun felt gratified for Zhang Zhipeng. This is good—both fame and fortune will further motivate the young man.

Zhao Bingkun also mentioned to the leadership the plan to entrust Zhang Zhipeng with the establishment of a chip production company and the urgency to bring his invention to mass production.

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At the same time, he offered his suggestion that Zhang Zhipeng's idea should be adopted, giving Zhang Zhipeng some equity incentives to encourage him to quickly lead the team in mass-producing the domestic Loongson chip.

The leader nodded, agreeing with Zhao Bingkun's idea.

"Bingkun, you're right. The phenomenon of a mismatch between mental and manual labor is indeed severe nowadays. For scientists who make exceptional contributions, we must provide them with ample rewards! If we want the horse to run fast, we must feed it well!"

"The state also encourages the establishment of more joint-stock companies and public-private partnerships to boost productivity and initiative."

"I've thought it over—our military industrial system will make the main investment, holding 40% of the shares. The Qin province will also provide some support and hold 20% of the shares. Northwestern Polytechnical University will hold 20%, and Zhang Zhipeng will use his intellectual property to hold 20% of the shares! He will be responsible for overseeing the full operations of the chip company, and we, the three investors, will provide him with full financial, human, and material support!"

The leadership had made a firm decision.

Moreover, they ordered the relevant units to immediately begin preparations for the establishment of the Loongson company, with Zhang Zhipeng in charge and deputies appointed by the three investors to assist him.

In fact, the military had some doubts about Zhang Zhipeng's ability to manage the company.

After all, Zhang Zhipeng had no prior experience in company management.

The original intention of the senior leadership was for the Commission of Science, Technology, and Industry for National Defense to appoint a management head, with Zhang Zhipeng primarily responsible for the technical work.

But after considering that Zhang Zhipeng claimed he could achieve mass production of CPUs and memory chips within six months—a timeline much faster than the Commission's most optimistic estimates—they ultimately decided to let Zhang Zhipeng take full charge.

The deputies from the three investors would assist Zhang Zhipeng, who would be responsible for task allocation.

While Zhao Bingkun was reporting his work to the leadership, Zhang Zhipeng took some time to visit the busiest commercial district in the capital for a brief shopping trip.

Since he had already promised to bring a gift for Zhao Min, he couldn’t break his word. Besides, he also needed to pick up something for his lab colleagues, as well as his parents and sister.

Time was running short, and he estimated that he would have to return to Chang'an and get back to work the next day.

In the future, he would be responsible for establishing Longxin Company while also managing the lab's work, which would likely keep him very busy.

But no matter how busy he would get, he needed to maintain a sense of style in life.

When men go shopping, they usually go straight to the point. They know what they want, find the store that sells it, and get it done quickly. Unlike women, who might wander aimlessly through stores, enjoying the process even if they don’t buy anything, men tend to be more focused and efficient.

Zhang Zhipeng’s trip to the capital was rushed, and he hadn't brought any money with him. For this shopping trip, he borrowed 200 yuan from Dong Haoming.

He first bought three roast ducks, a signature local specialty of the capital, which was a must-buy. At 10 yuan each, it was relatively cheap considering the current salary levels.

Zhang Zhipeng recalled that by the 2020s, the price of roast duck in the capital would skyrocket to six or seven hundred yuan per duck.

Next, Zhang Zhipeng visited the Wangfujing shopping mall, intending to buy a trench coat for Zhao Min. The weather was cooling down, making it the perfect time for a trench coat.

Since establishing their relationship, Zhao Min had taken great care of him, so he needed to show his appreciation.

He specifically checked out some foreign brands in the clothing section but was shocked by the prices—each piece cost several hundred yuan, which was beyond his budget.

With no other option, he opted for a domestic brand and bought a red, long trench coat for 90 yuan. Although the style was somewhat outdated, the material was still quite good, and it looked decent enough.

Afterward, Zhang Zhipeng went to the cosmetics counter and purchased several items, including Snowflake Cream, Yu Meijing, Baby Cream, and Dabao SOD Milk. These were intended for his girlfriend, mother, and sister. Of course, he also got a bottle of Dabao for his father.

There were actually quite a few old domestic cosmetic brands available. Most of the products on the market were still these older brands. However, it wouldn’t be long before foreign brands would flood in like a plague, quickly taking over the Chinese market. Ultimately, this was because the country was still weak, making foreign brands highly appealing to the public.

Finally, Zhang Zhipeng bought a variety of specialty snacks from the capital, such as candied fruits, “Donkey Rolls,” Fu Ling Cake, and other Beijing-style pastries.

He ended up with several large bags, spending a total of just over 191 yuan, before finally taking a bus back.

The shopping itself took just over 40 minutes, but the round-trip travel took more than two hours.

In the end, he had spent the entire afternoon shopping, and by the time he returned, it was already past 6 p.m.

As soon as he arrived, someone informed him that Director Zhao Bingkun and Principal Dong Haoming were looking for him.