1959Siheyuan, a Turnaround

Back in the middle courtyard, Yi Zhonghai took a deep breath, picked up the washbasin, and hurried back into the house.

An old lady saw that he looked unhappy and asked him what happened.

Yi Zhonghai just frowned, said nothing, and sat in the chair in a daze.

The news that Li Dajiang's leg was healed spread throughout the courtyard in an instant, as if it had wings.

Before long, every household in the courtyard knew the good news.

Even Houyuan Liu Haizhong, who always liked to put on airs, came to Li Dajiang's house slowly with his big belly.

Liu Haizhong smiled and congratulated Li Dajiang: "Dajiang, I heard that your leg is healed. This is really great news!"

Li Dajiang exchanged a few pleasantries with him and then began to chat about family matters.

Who would have thought that he would then change the subject and ask, "Dajiang, will you return to the steel mill to work after your leg heals?"

When Li Dajiang heard this question, he was just slightly stunned and said with a smile.

"Second Uncle, I haven't had time to discuss this matter yet, but thanks to you for reminding me, I'll discuss it with my family first."

So he cleverly evaded the question.

On this day, the Li family's house was packed with people.

After hearing the news, the neighbors in the courtyard came to congratulate Li Dajiang.

That night, soft light shone on the Li family's dining table. The whole family, young and old, sat around it together, and a warm atmosphere filled the air.

While eating, Li Dajiang brought the questions raised by Liu Haizhong during the day to the table for discussion.

"Dad, Mom, I was thinking, now that my leg is healed, I should go back to work in the Security Department. Let Guifang come back to take care of you two." Li Dajiang said slowly.

Wang Guifang, who was eating, was also stunned when she heard this and looked at Li Dajiang: "Have you thought about this matter? Or do you want to go back to the security department?"

Li Dajiang nodded firmly and said, "Yes, I will go back to the Security Department!"

There was something on his mind that he couldn't let go, and only by returning to the Security Department would he have the opportunity to find out the truth of the matter.

"I have no objection to this matter. I happen to be at home and can help take care of my parents and the children!"

Upon hearing this, Grandpa Li and Grandma Li quickly shook their heads.

Grandpa Li put down his chopsticks and said firmly: "Dajiang, we are still strong and healthy, so there is no problem for us to help take care of the children at home.

There is no need to call Guifang back to take care of us.

Now Guifang has finally gotten used to her job at the steel mill. It would be a pity if you asked her to come back now."

Grandma Li also continued, "Yes, Dajiang. We don't need anyone to take care of us, and we can't let Guifang lose her job just because of such a small matter.

You go find the leader and see if both of you can stay, even if we pay you a little bit."

At this time, Li Dahe also spoke up: "Brother, I think what my parents said makes sense. My sister-in-law has been working in the factory for some years and gets along well with her colleagues. Why don't we talk to the leader?"

Wang Dahua also nodded in agreement: "Yes! Big brother, what mom and dad said makes sense. Big brother's situation is special, and we don't know how the leaders will arrange it! Why don't we take it step by step!"

Li Weiguo also advised at this moment: "Dad, you can first test the leader's attitude and see how to deal with this matter. If it doesn't work, my mother will step down!"

Li Dajiang listened to his family's suggestions, and finally nodded and said, "Okay! I'll treat Chief Ma to a meal tomorrow and we can talk about this!"

A good night's sleep.

The next morning, sunlight poured into the Li family's home through the window.

Li Weiguo and the Li children got up early. After washing up, the family sat together and had breakfast.

Afterwards, the children left home for school, carrying their schoolbags.

Li Dajiang walked towards the steel rolling mill with a bit of trepidation.

When he arrived at the duty room of the steel rolling mill, he met Ma Haitao, the head of the security department.

When Section Chief Ma Haitao looked up and saw Li Dajiang, who was as good as new, he was shocked and couldn't recover for a long time.

His eyes widened as if he couldn't believe what he saw.

After a long while, Ma Haitao came to his senses. He quickly stood up and walked quickly to Li Dajiang.

"Dajiang, is your leg completely healed?"

Ma Haitao's voice was full of surprise and astonishment.

Li Dajiang smiled and nodded, "Yes, Chief, my leg is completely healed now. I came here right away to report to you."

After saying that, Li Dajiang took a few steps in front of him and turned around.

Ma Haitao looked Li Dajiang up and down, a gratified smile on his face.

"That's great, that's great! With your help, our security department has gained another strong general. This is really a great thing!"

He patted Li Dajiang on the shoulder, his eyes full of admiration.

"Chief, please do me a favor and let me treat you to a meal at noon today. How about that? We two brothers can catch up on the past."

Ma Haitao grinned and scolded, "Such a great thing, of course we have to have a good meal to celebrate! Just wait, we'll leave now..."

Then, the two of them went to the state-owned restaurant closest to the steel rolling mill.

We ordered two dishes, one meat and one vegetable, plus a small plate of peanuts and a whole bottle of good wine.

Li Dajiang filled a glass of wine for Ma Haitao and said with a smile: "Come on, Chief, Dajiang will give you a toast. Thanks to you for taking care of me all these years, I will always remember it in my heart!"

After he finished speaking, Li Dajiang raised his arm and drank the glass of wine.

"Look at what you say. Why do we brothers still say those foreign words to each other?" Section Chief Ma immediately drank the glass in his hand.

Ma Haitao picked up a peanut and chewed it while asking, "I haven't asked you yet, where did you find that miracle doctor? You can't even tell that your leg has been injured!"

Li Dajiang quickly filled Section Chief Ma's glass with wine and replied with a smile: "To be honest, I have never seen that doctor. It was my son Weiguo who bought the medicine from him at a high price. I felt sorry for the money at that time. Now I think it's a good thing that Weiguo bought it for me..."

"So that's how it is. Weiguo is a lucky kid. Let's not talk about that. You're not just inviting me to dinner today, are you?"

Ma Haitao looked at Li Dajiang cunningly.

Li Dajiang scratched his head and chuckled twice: "Section Chief, to be honest, I have something else I want to discuss with you today."

"What's the matter? Tell me." He knew that Li Dajiang called him out because there must be something wrong.

Li Dajiang told Ma Haitao everything about the family situation and his and his family's thoughts.

After hearing this, Ma Haitao fell into deep thought.

"It's okay for you to go back to the security department. As for your sister-in-law's work, I'll go talk to Deputy Director Li. He's in charge of these matters. I'll go and feel out the situation first."

Li Dajiang looked at Ma Haitao gratefully, "Chief Ma, thank you for your help. I know this is not an easy task, but I came to you because I really had no other choice."

Ma Haitao nodded, "Don't worry, I will do my best. Just wait for my good news, I will inform you as soon as there is a result."

"Okay, Chief, I'll leave it to you. Come, I'll toast you another glass!"

"You want to get me drunk, kid!"