Siheyuan: Starting with one acre and three fen of land

The cold wind is rising, and the temperature in the city of Beijing in early winter has dropped to single digits.

The days are shorter and the nights are longer, and the mornings come a little later.

Early in the morning, He Yuzhu stood with his hands folded, carrying his bag, and walked towards the platform near the entrance of the alley.

During this period, the work handover went smoothly, the organizational relationship had been transferred, and documents such as letters were placed in the bag.

Today is the first day to report, and I plan to take the bus to Fuxingmenwai.

Check the conditions along the way. If there is no major problem, it is still better to take a car in the winter.

It is always better to catch an early bus than to ride a bike in the wind and snow in the winter.

He walked quickly out of the alley, looked at the figure under the platform light not far away, and breathed a sigh of relief.

There weren't too many people, so we avoided the crowded experience.

I just hope that after transferring, the bus to Fuxingmen will be the same.

The bus came slowly along the road at the right time.

After the vehicle stopped, He Yuzhu followed the crowd and got on the bus, and found a place to stand amid the loud voice of the conductor.

There was no way I could get a seat as they were all occupied by the people who got on the bus in front of me. I could only stand in a place that was convenient for getting off.

As the vehicle started, he secretly took a horse stance, gripping the ground with his feet to steady his body.

He half-closed his eyes, pretending to be asleep, and was thinking about something.

Before Chief Chen left last month, he called him to his home. When he saw the joy on his face, he knew that his goal had been achieved.

While chatting after dinner, I told him the news.

However, the final destination changed. It became a farm that was planned to be reclaimed, where he was to become the farm manager.

Regardless, the expected goal was achieved.

At this point, it is not clear to He Yuzhu whether he can avoid the storm in the future.

I could only sigh in my heart, hoping to stay quietly on the farm without attracting anyone's attention.

As the sky gradually brightened, the old city regained its vitality, and the streets and alleys were filled with people going to work.

"We have arrived at Yangfang Store. Comrades who want to get off please take your belongings and get off in an orderly manner!"

Hearing the conductor's shout, He Yuzhu opened his eyes and looked out the window.

He immediately pushed his way into the crowd with one hand, shouting, "Please, make way~"

After causing a burst of noise, he squeezed through the carriage relying on his height and strong body, and quickly got out of the car through the door.

As soon as the car door closed, the chattering sound was instantly blocked out, and I couldn't help but let out a long sigh of relief.

"No matter what era it is, it's not an easy job to squeeze into a bus. I have to change my original plan and it's more comfortable to ride a bike."

He shook his head, walked away from the platform and went to the side.

This place is not far from Yuyuantan Lake. I recently brought my family here for a visit.

I stopped by the new unit to take a look and found out how to get there.

After turning two corners, He Yuzhu glanced at a gate with a sign hanging on it and walked straight towards the gatehouse.

"Hello, comrade! I'm here to report in. Here are my credentials."

He bent down, greeted the person inside with a smile, and handed over the letter.

The voice was not small, so the guard standing nearby naturally heard it and shifted his gaze elsewhere.

The envelope was opened, and after carefully checking the seal inside, it was repacked and handed to He Yuzhu.

The security officer, who had originally had a serious expression on his face, couldn't help but smile.

"It's Director He! We've been waiting for you for a long time.

Xiao Li, Xiao Li, quickly take Director He to the Personnel Department to handle the formalities!"

He Yuzhu was holding the envelope. He turned around and waved to the person next to him, and arranged for someone to lead the way.

He was surprised that she would be so enthusiastic.

"Comrade, please show me the way and I'll go by myself! It would be a shame if I delayed your business. I don't know your name yet?"

The security officer turned around and waved his hand quickly after hearing this.

"It's our duty not to delay things. Director He, you're too polite. My last name is Zhu, and people usually call me Lao Zhu."

He Yuzhu smiled and cupped his hands: "Secretary Zhu, thank you for your help. I hope you will have a chance to try my cooking in the future."

Secretary Zhu led Xiao Li out of the room and watched them walk away enthusiastically.

There are many rumors about the new canteen director, and the only thing they have in common is that they are related.

No matter whether it is good or bad, at least having connections can help get supplies and improve the food in the canteen.

This is good news for ordinary workers. Eating is a big deal, and everything else is far away from them.

It didn't take much time and with the equally warm hospitality from the Personnel Department, the formalities were quickly completed.

Xiao Li also kindly took He Yuzhu to the logistics department.

"Director He, the logistics office is in front. Section Chief Ding from the logistics department will tell you about the rest."

He Yuzhu nodded and skillfully handed half a pack of cigarettes to Xiao Li: "Thank you very much for today."

After smoking several cigarettes along the way, Xiao Li realized that the new director was a generous person, so he happily took the cigarette box.

"Director, you are so polite. I should be the one to thank you!"

As they were talking, the two of them walked into the office one after another.

Looking around, I saw more than a dozen desks in the office, with a few people sitting sparsely in them.

"Team Leader Ma, is Section Chief Ding in the office? This is Director He, the new employee in the cafeteria."

Xiao Li knew the man well, so he introduced He Yuzhu first.

As soon as he finished speaking, several people sitting in the office turned their attention to him.

At a table not far away, a man called Team Leader Ma stood up. He had fair skin and exuded a scholarly air.

"It's Director He! Welcome, welcome. We've been waiting for you."

"Team Leader Ma, you are too kind! We are all here to serve the people."

He Yuzhu didn't understand why everyone was so enthusiastic, but he thought it was better to be cautious, so he still responded politely.

Seeing that the person had been brought to the logistics department, Xiao Li said something in a low voice and turned to leave the office.

Team leader Ma has already walked in front of He Yuzhu and stretched out his right hand.

"Director He, our section chief is in the office. I'll take you to see him first."

He Yuzhu nodded slightly, shook hands gently, followed him and walked inside.

He arrived at the office door, knocked on the wooden door a few times, then opened it and walked in.

"Chief, Director He is here to report today."

A figure sitting behind the desk stood up and quickly walked around the desk to meet him.

"Hahaha~ Director He, you kept me waiting for so long! Please take a seat. Xiao Ma, go and make a pot of good tea."

Logically speaking, the section chief in front of him was his leader, so why he was still addressing him by his title made him feel confused.

However, since the other person was so polite, He Yuzhu naturally couldn't turn his face away.

"Chief Ding, you're making me very nervous! I'm a straightforward person, so please speak frankly if you have anything to say."

Ding Qingfeng took his hand, pressed it on the seat, and said with a big laugh, "Director He, don't worry.

I met you once in Harbin before, and of course I have heard of your name.

I've been so happy for several days that you came here to be the canteen director, and I've been waiting for you to come."

After hearing this, I finally understood the reason. This is the source of my enthusiasm today.

"So that's how it is. I was wondering why everyone was so enthusiastic and I was confused."

Following this, the two of them sat down and had a pleasant conversation.

"Chief Ding, we've had our tea, let's get down to business! What are the conditions in the cafeteria now?

Since I am here to manage this canteen, I definitely want to serve everyone well.”

He Yuzhu put down the teacup in his hand and looked at Ding Qingfeng with a serious face.

Ding Qingfeng pursed his lips, lowered the corners of his mouth, hesitated for a moment, and then slowly spoke.

"How about this, I'll take you around the cafeteria first. Seeing is believing, and you'll understand after you see it."