I am doing well in the Siheyuan

"Hey, what do you think happened to Master Ye? Why did he spend all his wealth collecting junk?"

Taking advantage of their free time, the kitchen staff started discussing Ye Ming again.

"Haven't you heard? Master Ye is responding to the country's call to recycle materials and save resources."

"Nonsense, Ma Hua, do you believe this? Even if you really responded to the call, you wouldn't risk your entire fortune, right? I heard that everyone in Nanluoguxiang thinks Master Ye is a fool!"

The fat man said this, glanced at Ye Ming, and then lowered his voice and added: "I heard that people in Nanluoguxiang now say behind his back that Master Ye is a sucker who doesn't care about the cost when buying junk!"

Liu Lan glared at the fat man, although she herself couldn't understand why Ye Ming was so "spendthrifty".

"Come on, stop talking nonsense and get to work, or we'll get scolded again when Director Li comes back from the meeting."

"Why are you always in meetings lately?"

"The end of the year is approaching, and today seems to be a meeting to discuss the selection of model workers. Don't think too much about it. It has nothing to do with us. Let's continue working."

The kitchen quickly returned to its former busy state.

In the conference room.

"When you go back, please organize the candidate list. Each workshop must elect a representative. Tomorrow we must finalize the candidate for this year's model worker of the steel rolling mill. This matter cannot be taken lightly. I hope everyone can take it seriously.

Well, today's meeting ends here, disbanded."

As soon as the meeting ended, Deputy Director Li walked over to Director Yang with a smile on his face.

"Director Yang, who do you have in mind to be the model worker this year?"

Ever since the last time they had a complete falling out, the relationship between them has been as bad as fire and water.

Director Yang tried to find fault several times, but failed because he did not have enough evidence.

Although Li Huaide's actions were not flawless, it was difficult to catch him again since he had become more vigilant.

"What does it have to do with you who I recommend?"

Director Yang was too lazy to pretend to be polite and responded to Deputy Director Li with a gloomy face.

"I guess you want to nominate Master Ye from the cafeteria, but the superiors have repeatedly warned us not to be partial or biased in the selection of model workers. Ye Ming's fight last time has not been resolved yet. You don't really think this matter can be left unresolved, do you?"

Although the status of model workers does not have any substantial power,

But the impact it brings is far-reaching. It is a model recognized by the country and a benchmark for the behavior of more than 10,000 workers in the factory!

Although it is not a golden medal of immunity from death or a precious sword,

But if Ye Ming is really selected as a model worker, Li Huaide will probably be restricted in his attempts to touch him again in the future.

Director Yang's face suddenly darkened.

If Li Huaide really made a fuss about Ye Ming's fight, it would be difficult for him to deal with it.

"Oh, don't worry, I will handle it according to the law and regulations. I don't need you to give me instructions."

"I was worrying too much, I was just worried that you would make a mistake.

Since Director Yang knows what's going on, I can rest assured."

After saying this, Li Huaide did not stay and turned to leave the meeting room.

When I returned to my office, I found Liu Haizhong had been waiting at the door for a long time, shivering.

It looks like he has been standing here for some time.

"Director Li, you are finally back."

After a month, Liu Haizhong's weight dropped drastically, leaving only 200 kilograms.

The complexion is sallow, and it is obvious that he is malnourished.

He ate simple meals, coarse flour buns and drank plain water every day.

As for the money owed to Deputy Director Li and the list of gifts, despite repeated delays,

Considering Liu Haizhong's family situation, Li Huaide did not push him into a desperate situation.

At least delaying is better than outright rejection.

"What do you want from me?"

Although Liu Haizhong was dull, he was, after all, a seventh-level skilled worker in the steel mill.

And there is Li Huaide's mark on his body.

Therefore, Li Huaide did not deliberately put on a cold face.

"Director Li, I hope you can give me some time. I will pay you back as soon as this month's salary is paid."

Li Huaide has heard this sentence no less than ten times.

At this moment, he became a little impatient. Without saying anything, he picked up the thermos and made a cup of hot tea.

He added a few more pieces of charcoal to the charcoal basin in the office.

The temperature has dropped to single digits.

Most people in Beijing rely on this type of heating facilities to get through the cold winter.

"I see. If you have nothing else to do, you can go back first."

"Um, Director Li, I have one more thing I don't know..."

He was rubbing his hands in his bangs, hunching his body, and his posture was as fawning as a servant.

Li Huaide frowned slightly, his face showing a hint of displeasure.

I thought to myself: I haven’t paid off the gift list I owe you from last time, how dare you make another request?

However, he was also curious about the purpose of Liu Haizhong's trip.

"what's up?"

"It's like this. I heard that our factory's model worker selection has already started this year. I thought..."

"You want to be a model worker?"

Li Huaide was quite surprised when he heard this.

You have been punished and you are no longer eligible for the factory benefits.

Where do you get the courage to compete for the title of model worker?

Seeing that Li Huaide remained silent, Liu Haizhong mistakenly thought that he still had a chance, and hurriedly explained:

"Director Li, I am a senior employee in the factory. Even if I have no merits, I have worked hard. What's more, I have made real contributions. Whether in the factory or in the workshop, I work hard without complaint..."

Listening to Liu Haizhong listing his achievements, Li Huaide grabbed the documents on the table and threw them at him.

"How dare you bring this up? Not only did you get punished at the factory, but you were in charge of more than a hundred people, and you sent three of them to jail! What on earth are you thinking? Are you looking for death and want to drag me down with you? Get out, get out right now!"

Deputy Factory Director Li scolded Liu Haizhong violently.

If it weren't for his strong body, I'm afraid I would have taught him a lesson long ago.

If we nominate such a person as a model worker, he will probably be spurned by all the workers in the factory tomorrow.

Liu Haizhong fled the scene in panic.

Deputy Director Li spat a few words indignantly, but he felt very happy in his heart.

For such a fool, let alone competing with Director Yang, even the value of his existence seems redundant.

After his anger subsided a little, Li Huaide glanced at his watch, stood up and walked towards the fitter's workshop.

After a month's work, he had a general idea of ​​Qin Jingru's background.

This woman is really greedy for money. She doesn't need to use any tricks at all. As long as he is in the office, she will take the initiative to throw herself into his arms.

If Qin Jingru had not had to be cautious recently due to her wrestling with Director Yang, she would have been easily taken down by him.

Selecting model workers is a big deal, but for ordinary employees, it does not have much relevance.

Ye Ming also showed a nonchalant attitude towards this.

As soon as the bell rang, he got on his bicycle and headed straight to Hongxing Primary School.

"My parents would like to invite you to come to their home for dinner again when you are free." Ran Qiuye said softly. Although the two were already quite familiar with each other, the girl was still a little shy when she mentioned this.